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Rich is joined by Alex Swoyer—attorney and legal affairs reporter for The Washington Times—to discuss the controversial federal court decision ordering the release of Mahmoud Khalil, a figure tied to terror-related concerns. With the Trump administration considering deportation action, the case raises serious questions about national security and judicial oversight. Marine veteran and founder of Post Traumatic Winning, Michael McNamara, shares his battle-tested approach to dealing with post-traumatic stress—offering raw, practical insight not just for veterans, but for anyone dealing with deep emotional trauma. Then, former CIA cybersecurity expert and Secure Anchor CEO Eric Cole breaks down the growing risk of Iranian cyberattacks targeting U.S. infrastructure and private industry. He explains why digital warfare may be Iran's next move—and how America can stay ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Following on from Michael Scanlon talk, the Scariff native gave a talk to the SBCR volunteers on his view on the Parliament, how it compares to the Dail  as well as the current outlook of things in Europe. He then brings Volunteers on a tour into the actual parliament where he answers questions.   Recorded as part of the SBCR trip to Brussels in May 2025. Interview originally broadcast on SBCR 7th June 2025 as part of Euro News Extra - Democracy in Action Episode 2 

from Scariff and representing Ireland south in the Parliament joins us live to talk about his experiences in the EU Parliament, differences with politics at home and how he has adapted to living in Brussels. Recorded live at the European Parliament, Brussels   as part of Saturday Chronicle 24th May 2025 hosted by Jim Collins, Tom Hanley, Daragh Leamy and Stephen Minogue .  Saturday Chronicle is Sponsored by JAMES M NASH AND DERG KITCHEN DESIGN http://dergkitchendesign.ie Message or what's app the studio on 089 2582647 or email sbcrstudio@gmail.com

In 2024, suspects in over 400,000 crimes were out on bail.Are Ireland's bail laws too lax?In high profile crimes, is the argument that the system sometimes prioritises the presumption of innocence, over public safety, a valid question?Joining Kieran to discuss is Independent MEP for Ireland South, Michael McNamara.

Questions are being raised over the reported recommendation against building a new Model 3 hospital in the Mid-West region. HSE Mid-West has reportedly recommended not constructing such a hospital. That's despite numerous calls for a Model 3 hospital in the region. The reported recommendation has been described as “very difficult to reconcile with the persistent crisis in unscheduled emergency care at University Hospital Limerick (UHL)”. That comment came from the Independent MEP for Ireland South, Michael McNamara, who joined Alan Morrissey this morning... Photo(C): Tharakorn arunothai via canva

Barry Ward, Fine Gael TD for Dún Laoghaire; Sinéad Gibney, Social Democrats TD for Dublin Rathdown; Michael McNamara, Independent MEP for Ireland South; Harry McGee, Political Correspondent with The Irish Times

Barry Ward, Fine Gael TD for Dún Laoghaire; Sinéad Gibney, Social Democrats TD for Dublin Rathdown; Michael McNamara, Independent MEP for Ireland South; Harry McGee, Political Correspondent with The Irish Times

Barry Ward, Fine Gael TD for Dún Laoghaire; Sinéad Gibney, Social Democrats TD for Dublin Rathdown; Michael McNamara, Independent MEP for Ireland South; Harry McGee, Political Correspondent with The Irish Times

Barry Ward, Fine Gael TD for Dún Laoghaire; Sinéad Gibney, Social Democrats TD for Dublin Rathdown; Michael McNamara, Independent MEP for Ireland South; Harry McGee, Political Correspondent with The Irish Times

39 people, including 30 men, 4 women and 5 children were deported from Ireland last night on a chartered flight that landed in the Georgian capital Tbilisi this morning. This is the second chartered flight deporting people back to Georgia this year.Michael McNamara, Independent MEP for Ireland's South constituency, is critical of this decision by Minister for Justice Jim O'Callaghan and has asked the Minister to think of the economic realities, and give Georgian asylum seekers work permits and visas. He joins Kieran to discuss.

 This week Host Jim Collins talks to Michael McNamara about news from Ogonnelloe. Around the parishes is sponsored by Tom Collins engineering.

The Tánaiste says a calm response is needed to Donald Trump's tariffs. The US President last night announced a 20 per cent penalty on all goods imported from the EU. In his Liberation Day announcement at the White House he promised economic freedom for American workers. Donald Trump described his tariffs announcement as a key day in US history... Trump Liberation Day Tariffs European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen says the consequences of Donald Trump's tariffs will be 'immense'... Von Der Leyen Liberation Day Tariffs The 20 percent tariff on all goods imported from the EU means Irish exporters - including those in the food and drink sectors -will face tougher competition from those north of the border who are facing tariffs of just 10 per cent. Speaking outside Government Buildings, Tanaiste Simon Harris said the response needs to be calm... Simon Harris Liberation Day Tariffs To discuss this further, Alan Morrisseyw was joined by Ennis and DCU Economist, Micheál Collins, and Kilkishen-based Associate Professor in the Department of Politics at University of Limerick, Dr Chris McInerney. Alan Then was joined by Meelick Fianna Fail TD, Cathal Crowe, and Michael McNamara, Scariff Independent.

EU Commission President, Ursula von der Leyen says they are open to negotiations, following US President Donald Trump's latest tariff threats. He threatened to impose a 200 percent tariff on alcohol exports from the EU to the US. It was in response to Europe's decision to target American whiskey. We've seen how things have escalated between the US and Canada – once long-time friends, neighbours and trading partners – on foot of Donald Trump's tariffs. Could the relationship between the EU and US – which has already been impacted by the US President's negative remarks about the bloc - deteriorate even further into an all-out trade war? To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey spoke with the Independent Ireland South MEP, Michael McNamara. Photo(C): axelbueckert via canva

The lack of clarity on the Good Agricultural and Environmental Condition 2 scheme is unfair for farmers. That is the view of the Independent Ireland South MEP, Clare's Michael McNamara. He is calling on the Department of Agriculture to immediately clarify which lands will be subject to further restrictions under the implementation of GAEC 2 measures. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Michael McNamara. Photo © Conor McCabe Photography

This week Host Jim Collins talks to Michael McNamara about news from Ogonnelloe. Around the parishes is sponsored by Tom Collins engineering.

Councillors in rural Ireland have said the practice of removing chimneys from houses should cease, particularly in the light of the electricity outages, a statement that has been echoed by Independent TD Danny Healy Rae. Should we backtrack on getting rid of the chimney considering recent events? Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast John Sodeau, Emeritus Professor of Chemistry at University College Cork and Michael McNamara, Independent MEP for Ireland South.

Councillors in rural Ireland have said the practice of removing chimneys from houses should cease, particularly in the light of the electricity outages, a statement that has been echoed by Independent TD Danny Healy Rae. Should we backtrack on getting rid of the chimney considering recent events? Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast John Sodeau, Emeritus Professor of Chemistry at University College Cork and Michael McNamara, Independent MEP for Ireland South.

Joe chats with Ireland South MEP, Michael McNamara, about the new speed limit change happening this Friday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Clare MEP is fearful that an impending reduction in the county's speed limits will be ‘impossible to adhere to' and result in greater numbers of people disregarding speed restrictions. From February 7th many of the roads across the county will see a reduction in speed limit with national roads changing from 100km/h to 80km/h, local and rural roads from 80km/h to 60km/h, while built-up areas would be limited to 30KM/H. It follows a review carried out by Transport Infrastructure Ireland and the Road Safety Authority in 2023, which sought to protect vulnerable road users and reduce the number of fatalities seen on Irish roads. Scariff Independent MEP, Michael McNamara, claims existing speed limits are already not being respected and that the proposed changes will be counterproductive.

Regina Doherty, Fine Gael MEP for Dublin; Billy Kelleher, Fianna Fáil MEP for Ireland South; Lynn Boylan, Sinn Féin MEP for Dublin; Michael McNamara, Independent MEP for Ireland South

Regina Doherty, Fine Gael MEP for Dublin; Billy Kelleher, Fianna Fáil MEP for Ireland South; Lynn Boylan, Sinn Féin MEP for Dublin; Michael McNamara, Independent MEP for Ireland South

Regina Doherty, Fine Gael MEP for Dublin; Billy Kelleher, Fianna Fáil MEP for Ireland South; Lynn Boylan, Sinn Féin MEP for Dublin; Michael McNamara, Independent MEP for Ireland South

Regina Doherty, Fine Gael MEP for Dublin; Billy Kelleher, Fianna Fáil MEP for Ireland South; Lynn Boylan, Sinn Féin MEP for Dublin; Michael McNamara, Independent MEP for Ireland South

Clare's MEP claims current rates of recycling are not doing enough to tackle the climate crisis, and that a drastic reduction in the usage of plastic is required. It comes as the International Court of Justice has began hearings, with the aim of setting legal parameters in place to protect countries most vulnerable to climate change. Low-lying Pacific Island nations are to the forefront of proceedings, as more than 100 countries are set to make submissions over the course of the unprecedented two week long hearing. With Ireland currently having the highest rate of plastic rate per person, Scarriff Independent MEP for Ireland South, Michael McNamara, claims greater efforts need to be made to curtail the amount of plastic being produced.

A Clare MEP has raised concerns that the political procedures in place in the European Parliament could lead to the Mercosur trade deal coming to fruition. Scarriff Independent, Michael McNamara, has this week penned a letter to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen requesting an end to the negotiations of the trade deal. Previous trade deals have required ratification from national parliaments prior to being put before the European Commission, however moves have been made in recent years for deals to only need EU parliament approval. McNamara says he is fearful that if the deal only requires ratification at an EU level, the chances of it coming into place are 'substantially higher'.

A Clare MEP is set to head up an EU Committee tasked with keeping tabs on artificial intelligence. Scariff's Michael McNamara has been appointed Co-Chair of the European Parliament's AI Monitoring Group, which has responsibility for implementing the Artificial Intelligence Act, that became law in August. The group will aim to ensure systems used by businesses, schools, states, and the general public are fairly regulated based on the risk they pose to society. Independent Member of the Renew Europe Group, McNamara says its vital the technology isn't abused.

Maria Walsh, Fine Gael MEP; Michael McNamara, Independent MEP; Alice Mary Higgins, Independent Senator; Jack Power, Europe Correspondent for The Irish Times

Maria Walsh, Fine Gael MEP; Michael McNamara, Independent MEP; Alice Mary Higgins, Independent Senator; Jack Power, Europe Correspondent for The Irish Times

Maria Walsh, Fine Gael MEP; Michael McNamara, Independent MEP; Alice Mary Higgins, Independent Senator; Jack Power, Europe Correspondent for The Irish Times.

Joe Barry Carroll, former NBA player, author, and artist, discusses his upcoming conversation with the Decatur Book Festival's 2024 keynote speaker, Joyce Carol Oates. Plus, director and producer Michael McNamara details his documentary “Catwalk: Tales from the Cat Show Circuit,” screening at KSU on October 7, and travel expert Rick Steves stops by for the latest installment of our series, “ATL Up and Away.”See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Clare's Government TD believes a general election is needed as soon as possible to ensure the people of this county have adequate representation in Dáil Eireann. Following Fine Gael Deputy Joe Carey's decision to retire from politics this week, just two of Clare's TD's remain in office. Under Article 16.2.2 of Bunreacht na hEireann, there must be at least one TD for every 30,000 people in a constituency. But following Michael McNamara's election to the European Parliament in June and Deputy Joe Carey's decision to resign from public office on medical grounds, Clare now has just one TD for every 64,000 people. Although a date has not been set for the impending general election, it's widely expected the Government will go to the polls after the budget. Meelick Fianna Fáil TD Cathal Crowe, who's now Clare's only government representative in the Dáil, believes it's in the best interest of the public for the next election to be held in the coming months, rather than a string of bye-elections. The Clare branches of Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael will both be holding their selection conventions in the coming weeks. At the close of nominations, Doonbeg Councillor Rita McInerney, Tulla based Senator and former TD Timmy Dooley and sitting Deputy Cathal Crowe have thrown their hats in the ring. While for Fine Gael, Ennistymon Senator Martin Conway and Leonora Carey, the sister of Joe Carey are the only candidates to declare an expression of interest to represent the party in the upcoming general election. A former Clare Fine Gael TD admits it's concerning the party will not have a contest at their upcoming convention and that it will not have representatives covering the West and East of the county. Fine Gael has not returned two seats in Clare since 2016, and while former Minister of State Pat Breen acknowledges it will be an uphill battle to do so this time round, he's hopeful the "Simon Harris Hop" will benefit his colleagues. Clare's newest General Election candidate meanwhile insists opening the Ennis Medical Assessment Unit on a 24/7 basis will be among her chief priorities. Following her brother Joe's resignation this week, 16 of Fine Gael's 35 TD's elected in 2020 won't now be running in the next election. Clarecastle native, Leonora Carey, who is currently an Occupational Therapist Manager with the UL Hospitals Group, believes a fresh approach is needed to the challenges of the day and says addressing local service deficits is vital.

A Clare MEP claims the level of division currently within the European Parliament is reflective of the political landscape more broadly. It comes as Germany's Ursula von der Leyen has secured a second term as European Commission President after 401 members of the European Parliament voted in her favour and 284 voted against. It's 18 votes more than she received when she became the first female president of the European Commission in 2019. Scariff Independent and Renew Group member Michael McNamara, who didn't support von der Leyen's re-election, says the hostility among her opponents is symptomatic of a shift in politics.

Ireland's COVID Inquiry plans are set to be published before the end of the Dail's Summer Recess. The Tanaiste has confirmed there are details still to be finalised, such as what the Inquiry would look like? We discussed with Michael McNamara, MEP & Former Chairperson of Special Covid Committee.

Clare's MEP believes the sitting European Commission President's "disproportionate response" to the conflict in Gaza is to blame for the level of opposition towards her. The 720 members of the European Parliament will cast their votes tomorrow on who will head up the European Commission for the next five years and Ursula von der Leyen needs the backing of 361 to secure her re-election. Her own party, the European People's Party, as well the Socialists, have already pledged their support, while the Renew Group remains divided. Scariff native and Independent member of the Renew Group, Michael McNamara, says von der Leyen's advocacy for increased defence spending as well as her alignment with Israel has led to division with the European Parliament.

The Clare-based Chair of the Oireachtas Committee on Drugs Use insists it's vital the long-term consequences of legalising drugs in other countries is examined before recommendations on the matter are made here. The committee, which was established to deal with the recommendations of the Citizens Assembly on Drugs Use, has this week resumed its discussions on decriminalisation, depenalisation, diversion and legalisation of drugs use. Among the recommendations of the citizens assembly was decriminalising drugs use, in favour of a health-led approach, however it didn't go as far as suggesting legalising drugs use. There have been calls for this in some quarters though and Chair of the Oireachtas Committee, Scarriff Independent TD and MEP elect, Michael McNamara says there's suggestions that doing so hasn't had the desired effect in other countries.

Clare's Fianna Fáil TD believes the government will call an Autumn general election, despite insistence from a senior party colleague that the coalition will run its full term. It comes as Minister for Finance Jack Chambers has also confirmed Budget 2025 will be delivered a week early on October 1st. If the 33rd Dáil term runs its full term until next February, voters from this county will have to go to the poles twice as a by-election will have to be held by January to fill the seat soon to be vacated by Clare MEP elect Michael McNamara. Meelick Deputy Cathal Crowe still anticipates an early election though and insists the government must support struggling businesses and the squeezed middle in the upcoming budget.

Jerry spoke to Ireland South’s newly elected MEP Michael McNamara, the independent TD from Clare.

Michael McNamara, newly elected Independent MEP for Ireland South, on what impact he hopes to make in Brussels.

A Clare candidate who was unsuccessful in his European election bid says those chosen to represent Ireland South must prioritise issues of disability, mental health and imbalanced regional investment. With the 18th count due to get underway at the Nemo Rangers Count Centre in Cork, Clare TD Michael McNamara remains in contention to take a seat. Cratloe's Eddie Punch made it to count 14 before being excluded, having received a total 26,167 votes in the process. The final tally left the former General Secretary of the Irish Cattle and Sheep Farmers Association in 13th position of the 23 candidates in the race. His transfers benefitted his fellow county man significantly though, with 6,690 of his votes going to Clare Independent candidate Michael McNamara, who now lies in third position, with five seats on offer. As things stand, the Scariff Deputy looks likely to take a seat, which would trigger a bye-election and this, by law must be held within six months, unless there's a General Election. But Eddie Punch who ran under the banner of Independent Ireland, believes this process must be expedited to ensure Clare has adequate Dáil representation. He insists though regardless of who is chosen to represent Ireland South, issues of disability, a mental health epidemic and imbalanced regional investment must be prioritised in European Parliament. Back at Nemo Rangers GAA Club, the votes of Fine Gael candidate John Mullins are currently being distributed which will prove pivotal to determing the final outcome. Deputy McNamara has done well from the elimination of Ireland First candidate Derek Blighe, receiving over 8,100 of his transfers to leapfrog Kathleen Funchion of Sinn Féin. At present just 3,800 votes separate MEP Mick Wallace in 5th and the Green Party MEP Grace O'Sullivan in 7th, while Fianna Fáil's Cynthia NÍ Mhurchú lies between in 6th. Michael McNamara remains 2,000 votes ahead of his nearest competitor, but with three candidates still to be eliminated, the contest for the final three seats is wide open.

Clare's Michael McNamara looks on course to secure a European Parliament seat. The Scariff Independent TD is currently lying in third place in the Ireland South Constituency after receiving 56,339 first preference votes - with Fianna Fáil's Cynthia Ní Mhurchú behind him at 55,209. Former GAA president, Fine Gael's Seán Kelly, became the first European candidate in Ireland to get across the line last night as he exceeded the quota of 114,761 by over 8,000 votes. Reporter Jamie O'Hara, who's in the count centre at Nemo in Cork, has been telling Clare FM's Seán Lyons that while the transfers seem unpredictable, the top five is unlikely to change.

"Covid was a profound political shock for me.. that did change how I view the role of the state and politics" - Michael McNamara discusses his journey from the Labour Party to being one of Ireland's most outspoken Independents, and why he's now running for the European Parliament

Grace O'Sullivan, Green Party MEP; John Mullins, Fine Gael candidate and former CEO of Bord Gáis; Michael McNamara, Independent TD for Clare; Kathleen Funchion, Sinn Féin TD for Carlow Kilkenny.

An Operation to remove tents from Grand Canal is under way this morning. Our reporter Stephanie Rohan was at the scene and also talking to Newstalk Breakfast was Barry Ward, Fine Gael Senator and Co-chair of the Oireachtas Justice Committee and Michael McNamara, Independent TD for Clare.

Urgent clarity is being sought on community healthcare beds due to come on stream in Clare. Health Minister Stephen Donnelly announced earlier this month that up to 25 step-down beds would be installed in Clare between July and September of this year. At the time, he Department of Health gave Cahercalla Community Hospital as the location of the beds but it's since emerged that they remain out for tender, meaning no facility has been confirmed as of yet. Scariff Independent TD and European election candidate for Ireland South, Michael McNamara is disappointed by the Government's lack of clear communication and the matter and believes people deserve to know about the plans in more detail.

Independent TD for Clare, Michael McNamara, has announced he will be contesting the European election in the Ireland South constituency, which includes Kerry.

The next General Election has to be held by the 22nd of March next year to elect the 34th Dáil. However, Leo Varadkar's decision to resign as Taoiseach and leader of Fine Gael may have thrown an almighty spanner in the works. Opposition parties have been vocal on the need for a general election following Leo Varadkar's resignation announcement. It is their belief that the people of Ireland should decide who the next Taoiseach is, not Fine Gael. Minister Harris confirmed his intention to run to be the next leader of the party last night and has already been endorsed by the majority of the parliamentary party. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Independent TD, Michael McNamara and Sinn Féin Councillor Donna McGettigan. Picture (c) electoralcommission.ie

Michael McNamara, Independent TD for Clare

We have quite the exceptional story this week on Ridgefield Tiger Talk! Joining us on the show is Michael McNamara the 6-12 VPA Department Chair and Lauren Verney-Fink the RHS Choral Director. Recently, high school and middle school students from RPS were able to perform at Carnegie Hall in New York City. We talked to Lauren about this amazing journey, how they prepared, and what's next for the choir! Also, don't forget that there is a concert at Ridgefield high school next Tuesday, January 30th. Thanks for listening!

John is joined by 2 special guests today.. he speaks with Sacramento County District Attorney Thien Ho in the first part of the show and Michael McNamara.