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John is joined by Pete Sepp, who is with the National Taxpayers Union. The guys talk about a new report that says smart data center policies can lower energy costs, grow local tax revenues, and benefit taxpayers.
Thank you so much for listening to the Bob Harden Show, celebrating nearly 15 years broadcasting on the internet. On Tuesday's show, we visit with the Leader of GW's Regulatory Studies Center William Yeatman about Congressional legislative priorities and the President's anti-weaponization fund. We visit with Demian Brady from the National Taxpayers Union about the effort by members of Congress to secure retroactive pay increases. We visit with Young Voices Content Creator Maggie Anders about recent box offices successes by members of Gen Z. We also visit with Linda Harden about corruption in cross-country trucking, and we discuss the elections today in California. Please join us tomorrow when we visit with Chairman Emeritus of the Cato Institute Bob Levy, Scott Baier from the Community Pregnancy Clinics, Professor and author Larry Bell, and VP of Landmark Legal Foundation's Michael O'Neill. Access this and past shows at your convenience on my web site, social media platforms or podcast platforms.
Thank you so much for listening to the Bob Harden Show, celebrating nearly 15 years broadcasting on the internet. On Tuesday's show, we visit with the Leader of GW's Regulatory Studies Center William Yeatman about Congressional legislative priorities and the President's anti-weaponization fund. We visit with Demian Brady from the National Taxpayers Union about the … The post Members of Congress Seek Retroactive Pay Increases appeared first on Bob Harden Show.
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On the Iowa Business Report weekend edition:* Iowa-based CEO Drew Harden on his new book, "The Light Leader"* Pete Sepp of the National Taxpayers Union provides a different perspective on data centers* In our business profile, we'll introduce you to Jason and Miranda Arends of Back Nine in Cedar RapidsThe Iowa Business Report is presented by the Iowa Business Council, online at iowabusinesscouncil.org. Additional support comes from the Iowa Secretary of State, sos.iowa.gov/protectyourbusiness.
Iowa Business Report Thursday EditionMay 28, 2026 Pete Sepp of the National Taxpayers Union on the economic and infrastructure benefits if a large data center is built in a local area.
The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: Can taxpayers and electricity rate payers be the victors, as opposed to the victims, of the data center boom in Texas? Pete Sepp, president of the National Taxpayers Union, says such can be the case, especially if the local deals are properly structured.Read and study the piece: Data Centers: Taxpayers Can Be Victors, Not Victims, in the AI RevolutionAnd note, Mr. Sepp said the NTU can help local activists/taxpayers to have the right information to use with local elected officials to do this right.Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Police: Man threatened to kill Erika Kirk at upcoming San Antonio event. Read it, it's a serious threat. Evil is with us.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com
8:05PM: Mass State Lottery’s Megabucks jackpot is now up to $18.95 Million! It’s the third largest jackpot in the game’s history, and the largest jackpot since 1986! The next drawing is Sat. May 30th. Guest: Mark Bracken - Executive Director of the Massachusetts State Lottery 8:15PM: The Government Bailout Prevention Act. Guest: Thomas Aiello - Vice President of Government Affairs for National Taxpayers Union 8:30PM: Boston-Area Mom Turned Stage IV Cancer Diagnosis Into National Nonprofit Supporting Thousands.-WeGotThis.Org has upcoming fundraiser - their 5th Annual Golf Tournament - Monday June 8th 2026 at the Indian Ridge Golf Club in Andover Guest: Elissa Kalver - Stage IV metastatic breast cancer survivor & founder of the non-profit WeGotThis.org – it’s been 5 years since her diagnosis. 8:45PM: The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is fast outpacing containment efforts in the region as questions and concerns mount in the U.S. What is the risk status for the U.S. and should we be concerned? Guest: Rayne Guest - infection prevention specialist, and founder and CEO of ArrowClean (a cleaning company)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The US debt now exceeds the country's GDP. Does anyone in Washington really care about getting the debt and deficit under control? Brandon Arnold, Executive Vice President for the National Taxpayers Union, joins us.
Iowa Business Report Tuesday EditionMay 12, 2026 Bryan Riley of the National Taxpayers Union's Free Trade Initiative, on why tariffs on imported steel actually hurt the U.S.'s domestic auto industry.
On the Iowa Business Report weekend edition:* Bryan Riley of the National Taxpayers Union's Free Trade Initiative discusses the unintended adverse consequences of tariffs to U.S. businesses * Four products remain in this year's "Coolest Thing Made in Iowa" competition* In our business profile, we'll reintroduce you to Mark Collins of Drone Xperts of ElkaderThe Iowa Business Report is presented by the Iowa Business Council, online at iowabusinesscouncil.org. Additional support comes from the Iowa Secretary of State, sos.iowa.gov/protectyourbusiness.
Morning news, the GOP pillow fight on KOIN tv, Asante in trouble, the ONA apparently can not COUNT. Bryan Riley from National Taxpayers Union says the president can do THIS to really get more cars built here...
Hour 2 for 4/15/26 Drew and Brooke pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Demian Brady from The National Taxpayers Union covers Tax Day (26:33). Topics/calls: tax code complexity (30:55), flat and fair taxes (39:21), refund issues (44:24), and tax scams (49:42). Link: https://www.ntu.org/foundation/about/staff/demian-brady
The Steve Gruber Show | Fabricated Scandals & Falling Democrats: The Narrative Collapses --- 00:00 - Monologue 19:10 – Tommy Aiello, Vice President of Government Affairs for the National Taxpayers Union. Aiello discusses the impact of Tax Day, noting Americans spend billions of hours and hundreds of billions of dollars on tax compliance. He explains the broader implications for taxpayers and the economy. 28:08 – Nicolas Hulscher, MPH, epidemiologist and administrator at The McCullough Foundation. Hulscher discusses a recent observational study on the use of Ivermectin and Mebendazole in cancer treatment, including reported outcomes across participants. He explains the scientific theory behind these drugs and why further research is being debated. Visit twc.health/GRUBER and use promo code GRUBER to save 10%. 38:14 - Monologue Featuring Ivey Gruber 47:16 – Van Mylar, Vice President of Client Strategy and Growth at Apex Media Partners. Mylar discusses the increasing number of Christian college closures and the financial pressures facing higher education. He explains how rising costs are impacting trust in tuition value. 57:24 – Congressman Tom Tiffany, representing Wisconsin's 7th District. Tiffany discusses the SAFER Act, which aims to address asylum fraud, along with broader immigration policy issues. He also touches on current political developments, including election-related legislation. 1:06:22 – KC Crosbie, Co-Chair of the Republican National Committee (RNC). Crosbie discusses Tax Day and voter sentiment, highlighting continued support for President Trump and his policy agenda. She explains how messaging and policy priorities are resonating with voters. 1:16:29 - Monologue 1:25:26 – Mike Rogers, Army veteran, former FBI Special Agent, and former U.S. Representative from Michigan. Rogers discusses working families tax cuts and broader economic policy efforts. He also addresses border security challenges and ongoing immigration concerns. 1:35:28 – Rep. Jason Woolford, representing Michigan's 50th District. Woolford discusses efforts to secure Michigan elections, including support for voter ID requirements. He outlines how proposed legislation aims to strengthen election integrity. 1:44:07 – Ivey Gruber, President of the Michigan Talk Network. Gruber wraps up the show with discussion on flooding in Northern Michigan and a story about a cancer survivor achieving his goal of playing college football. The segment also covers recent congressional resignations and what they could mean moving forward. --- Check out our brand new podcast, 'Forgotten America'... The tenth episode is live NOW at Steve Gruber on YouTube! Link below: https://youtu.be/OLbwSDIhfuA
The Steve Gruber Show | Free Speech, Free For All Friday --- 00:00 - Monologue 28:06 – Scott Coburn, Chief Marketing Officer at Patriot Mobile. Coburn discusses how Patriot Mobile is expanding its reach, including a new NASCAR partnership with Richard Childress Racing and Jason Aldean's upcoming tour. He also highlights Patriot Mobile Business, which provides connectivity solutions designed for conservative-minded companies. 38:14 - Monologue 47:09 – Tommy Aiello, Vice President of Government Affairs for the National Taxpayers Union. Aiello explains how policies coming out of Congress can directly affect the price Americans pay at the pump. He outlines what lawmakers could do to help lower fuel costs and reduce pressure on consumers. 57:04 – Rep. Tim Walberg, representing Michigan's 5th Congressional District. Walberg discusses his call for Democrats to pass critical Department of Homeland Security funding amid rising security concerns. He also highlights House passage of his legislation aimed at increasing public access to America's national parks. 1:15:56 - Monologue 1:24:45 – Steve Dulan, professor and licensed attorney. Dulan examines a case involving a Georgia father convicted after his child was accused of gun violence. He also discusses a pending Supreme Court case that could decide the legality of a federal gun ban for drug users. 1:34:48 – Sen. Jordan Rasmusson, Minnesota State Senator representing District 9. Rasmusson discusses growing concerns about fraud in Minnesota ahead of a major hearing involving Governor Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison. He outlines why lawmakers and experts are calling for greater accountability. 1:43:39 – Ivey Gruber, President of the Michigan Talk Network. Gruber wraps up the show by reacting to several controversial political and cultural stories making headlines. The discussion includes commentary on political rhetoric, public messaging, and recent remarks from prominent political figures. --- Check out our brand new podcast, 'Forgotten America'... The third episode is live NOW at Steve Gruber on YouTube! Link below: https://youtu.be/vZiEUjtQ-m4
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Iowa Business Report Monday EditionFeb. 23, 2026 Pete Sepp of the National Taxpayers Union on how the federal debt crisis is adversely impacting business and the economy.
- Demian Brady of National Taxpayers Union dissects the data on the National Debt and how it's affecting our economy. - What has Gabe been up to lately?- Mike and Gabe share a strange interest in Curling. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Iowa Business Report Tuesday EditionFeb. 03, 2026 Thomas Aiello of the National Taxpayers Union on why the proposed cap on credit card interest rates will wind up hurting the people supporters claim to want to help.
Hour 1 Segment 1 While Tony is away, Andrew Langer fills in! Andrew starts another edition of the show talking about Marco Rubio testifying before the Senate this morning on Venezuela. Hour 1 Segment 2 Andrew talks about Minnesota Governor Tim Walz calling Tom Homan a professional after the ICE riots. Andrew also talks about Joe Rogan speaking on the violent illegals that have been caught. Andrew later talks about Larry Krasner wanting to hunt down ICE agents. Hour 1 Segment 3 Andrew is joined with Horace Cooper of the Project 21 national advisory board to talk about the leftist riots against ICE agents in Minnesota. Hour 1 Segment 4 Andrew wraps up the first hour of the show talking about Ron Johnson backing the Trump deescalation plan in Minnesota. Hour 2 Segment 1 While Tony is away, Andrew Langer fills in! Andrew starts the second hour of the show talking about Ilhan Omar getting sprayed with an unknown substance after a man charged her at a Minneapolis town hall. Andrew also talks about when Charlie Kirk spoke on the Cloward-Piven strategy. Andrew also talks about when former President Joe Biden claimed he secured the border. Hour 2 Segment 2 Andrew talks about Scott Bessent speaking on the 2026 tax refunds and the Trump accounts. Andrew also talks about Karoline Leavitt speaking on interests and investments in the Trump accounts. Hour 2 Segment 3 Andrew is joined with Brandon Arnold of the National Taxpayers Union to talk about what to expect with tax season coming soon. Hour 2 Segment 4 Andrew wraps up the second hour of the show talking about fundamentally tinkering with marketplaces that could lead to the loss of credit cards. Hour 3 Segment 1 While Tony is away, Andrew Langer fills in! Andrew starts the final hour of the show talking about Scott Bessent saying that Europe is basically funding Russia’s war against them. Hour 3 Segment 2 Andrew talks about how the Democrats are starting to jockey for candidates in the 2028 election. Andrew also talks about Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro throwing former President Joe Biden under the bus on high-speed Internet. Hour 3 Segment 3 Andrew is joined with Daniel Runde of Spirit of America to talk about Marco Rubio speaking on Venezuelan oil and China. Hour 3 Segment 4 Andrew wraps up another edition of the show talking about the 40th anniversary of the Challenger disaster. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 Segment 1 While Tony is away, Andrew Langer fills in! Andrew starts the second hour of the show talking about Ilhan Omar getting sprayed with an unknown substance after a man charged her at a Minneapolis town hall. Andrew also talks about when Charlie Kirk spoke on the Cloward-Piven strategy. Andrew also talks about when former President Joe Biden claimed he secured the border. Hour 2 Segment 2 Andrew talks about Scott Bessent speaking on the 2026 tax refunds and the Trump accounts. Andrew also talks about Karoline Leavitt speaking on interests and investments in the Trump accounts. Hour 2 Segment 3 Andrew is joined with Brandon Arnold of the National Taxpayers Union to talk about what to expect with tax season coming soon. Hour 2 Segment 4 Andrew wraps up the second hour of the show talking about fundamentally tinkering with marketplaces that could lead to the loss of credit cards. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How long has Minnesota been robbing America??? PLUS, Thomas Aiello, Senior Director of Government Affairs for the National Taxpayers Union, tells Shaun that price controls on credit card interest rates are never going to work and the only thing that needs a price cap is government spending. And The Heritage Foundation's Dr. EJ Antoni points out the economic growth we have seen since the government has gotten out of the way and the deadly combination of an increase in the number of people on welfare and the number of programs welfare covers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Steve Gruber Show | Church Raids, China Deals, and the Globalist Meltdown --- 00:00 - Hour 1 Monologue 19:06 – Rep. Harriet Hageman, Congresswoman representing Wyoming. Hageman discusses recent incidents in Minneapolis involving individuals targeting federal law enforcement and what that signals for public safety. She also talks about her potential U.S. Senate run in Wyoming, the broader fight for America, and the dangers she believes arise when Democrats hold power. 27:58 – Dr. Kelly Victory, Chief of Disaster and Emergency Medicine at The Wellness Company. Dr. Victory discusses efforts to “Make America Healthy Again,” including updates to the food pyramid and practical ways to recover from injury or muscle soreness. Visit twc.health/GRUBER and use promo code GRUBER to save 10%. 38:07 - Hour 2 Monologue 46:55 – Peter Basica, founder of 360 Smarter Care. Basica breaks down the rollout of a new $50 billion rural health plan and what it means for access to care in underserved communities. He explains how innovation could reshape rural healthcare delivery. 56:50 – Pete Sepp, President of the National Taxpayers Union. Sepp analyzes a proposed “great healthcare plan” and argues it would be even better without government price controls. He explains how price-setting can impact taxpayers, providers, and patient choice. 1:05:43 – Trisha Curtis, CEO of PetroNerds and economist at the American Energy Institute. Curtis examines the latest geopolitical risks affecting global energy markets and how those pressures are shaping oil prices. She offers insight into supply, demand, and political instability. 1:15:47 - Hour 3 Monologue 1:24:27 – Ron Rademacher, travel writer, author, speaker, storyteller, and record-holder for getting lost on Michigan's back roads. Rademacher shares stories and travel ideas from around Michigan. He highlights unique destinations and hidden gems across the state. 1:34:17 – Rep. Jay DeBoyer, Chair of the Michigan House Oversight Committee, representing the 63rd District in Clay Township. DeBoyer discusses how the House Oversight Committee is delivering results and driving change through its report on Michigan State Police leadership. He explains why accountability and transparency are critical. 1:43:08 – Ivey Gruber, President of the Michigan Talk Network. Gruber talks about a major snowstorm moving through the Midwest and shares practical tips on staying warm. The segment wraps up with a lighter story about an Arkansas man winning a $100,000 lottery prize. --- Visit Steve's website: https://stevegruber.com TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stevegrubershow Truth: https://truthsocial.com/@stevegrubershow Gettr: https://gettr.com/user/stevegruber Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stevegrubershow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevegrubershow/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Stevegrubershow Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/TheSteveGruberShow
Morning news...missing 15-year old Ava Wall is found! Tommy Aiello from the National Taxpayers Union issues a cautionary take on the plan to cap interest rates for credit carts at ten percent.
Guests: Dr. Robin Titus, State Senate Minority Leader (R), District 17 Pete Sepp, President National Taxpayers Union
Guests: Dr. Robin Titus, State Senate Minority Leader (R), District 17 Pete Sepp, President National Taxpayers Union
Hour 1 Segment 1 While Tony is away, Andrew Langer fills in! Andrew starts another edition of the show talking about Rob Schneider roasting Candace Owens at Turning Point USA’s AmericaFest, along with Vice President J.D. Vance laying out the success of President Donald Trump’s second term. Andrew also talks about Kevin Hassett speaking on undoing the Bidenomics mess. Hour 1 Segment 2 Andrew talks about Vice President Vance saying that the Democrats are cogs and puppets, and how Jasmine Crockett responds to it. Hour 1 Segment 3 Andrew is joined with Andrew Wilford of the National Taxpayers Union to talk about people leaving states with bad policies and having purple states. Hour 1 Segment 4 Andrew wraps up the first hour of the show talking about Minnesota Governor Tim Walz trying to redefine masculinity. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 Segment 1 While Tony is away, Andrew Langer fills in! Andrew starts another edition of the show talking about Rob Schneider roasting Candace Owens at Turning Point USA’s AmericaFest, along with Vice President J.D. Vance laying out the success of President Donald Trump’s second term. Andrew also talks about Kevin Hassett speaking on undoing the Bidenomics mess. Hour 1 Segment 2 Andrew talks about Vice President Vance saying that the Democrats are cogs and puppets, and how Jasmine Crockett responds to it. Hour 1 Segment 3 Andrew is joined with Andrew Wilford of the National Taxpayers Union to talk about people leaving states with bad policies and having purple states. Hour 1 Segment 4 Andrew wraps up the first hour of the show talking about Minnesota Governor Tim Walz trying to redefine masculinity. Hour 2 Segment 1 While Tony is away, Andrew Langer fills in! Andrew starts the second hour of the show talking about Vice President J.D. Vance ripping Minnesota Governor Tim Walz over the Somali fraud at Turning Point USA’s AmericaFest, and how Governor Walz says he will fix the problem. Hour 2 Segment 2 Andrew is joined with conservative activist, Rachel Moon, to talk about antisemitism in the U.S. and Ben Shapiro’s speech at Turning Point USA’s AmericaFest. Hour 2 Segment 3 Andrew is joined with Kent Strang of Americans for Prosperity to talk about how the Trump administration is undoing and rewriting everything the Biden administration did. Hour 2 Segment 4 Andrew wraps up the second hour of the show talking about Kevin Hassett on the lack of negative impact from tariffs. Hour 3 Segment 1 While Tony is away, Andrew Langer fills in! Andrew starts the final hour of the show talking about the left freaking out that the Kennedy Center has been renamed to the Trump Kennedy Center. Hour 3 Segment 2 Andrew talks about the DOJ slowly releasing the Epstein files. Hour 3 Segment 3 Andrew talks about the latest on Medicare and Medicaid. Hour 3 Segment 4 Andrew wraps up another edition of the show talking about Donald Trump Jr. calling President Donald Trump at Turning Point USA’s AmericaFest. Andrew also talks about Nicki Minaj speaking at AmericaFest. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, we take on three of the biggest issues shaping America's future: national security, education, and taxes. First, Dr. Meg Reiss, founder and CEO of SolidIntel, joins the show to explain how American red tape is strengthening China's dominance over rare earth minerals. Then, National Emmy winning investigative reporter Chris Papst of Fox45 Baltimore joins to discuss his book Failure Factory, which uncovers America's public education crisis, including how billions in taxpayer dollars are spent while student outcomes stagnate and what parents nationwide should be watching for in their own school districts. Finally, Matthew Putnam of the National Taxpayers Union explains how Truth in Taxation laws offer a proven solution to runaway property taxes, highlighting successful reforms in states like Utah, Kansas, and Nebraska and why lawmakers across the country are paying attention.
- A lawyer faces a panel to see if they will still be able to practice law, uses "I wasn't aware of the law" as an excuse...- Brandon Arnold of National Taxpayers Union talks about the importance of voting with our feet to get tax reductions pushed through. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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It's an amazing business story and one that has Hollywood and everyone who streams movies and shows watching with great interest. Could Netflix be about to purchase Warner Brothers and HBO? If so, what does it mean for how you see most of your favorite shows and movies? Christian Toto from HollywoodInToto.com breaks it down. President Trump has appointed Scott Bessent to be his "affordability" point man. The National Taxpayers Union has tracked the fast states to grow and lose population and Brandon Arnold who's the Executive VP shares the data. Erin Maguire is back for Monday's with Maguire to discuss how the GOP can or cannot weather this affordability discontent among the electorate and what it will mean for midterms. While two states have helped the GOP net 7 seats in total so far. Plus, too many young people think "words are violence" and Stigall is convinced the latest viral story of a fired Cinnabon employee in Wisconsin is a grand hoax. -For more info visit the official website: https://chrisstigall.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisstigallshow/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChrisStigallFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/chris.stigall/Listen on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/StigallPodListen on Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/StigallShowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Send us a textWe start by explaining the Tax Chats DC Tour, 2025, an exclusive live event!Then, Jeff and Scott chat with Pete Sepp, President of the National Taxpayers Union. They talk about the work the NTU has done in the past, and what it currently does, including advocate for legislation that is beneficial to taxpayers and engaging in litigation the NTU believes will bring about taxpayer-friendly changes. Pete gives advice to those who want to make the world a friendly place for taxpayers and want to engage in tax advocacy.
Iowa Business Report Friday EditionNov. 07, 2025 Thomas Aiello of the National Taxpayers Union on their annual "no brainers list" of proposed Congressional legislation.
This episode originally aired in March of 2025. Brandon Arnold from the National Taxpayers Union assesses the priorities President Trump and Congress (especially Republicans) should have in budget negotiations.
Taxpayer advocates are keeping close watch on this week's decision to name Social Security Administration Commissioner Frank Bisignano as CEO of the IRS, and have many questions about what it could mean for the agency. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Monday he was creating a new IRS CEO position, and Republicans in Congress seem to be generally supportive, though some said the White House should still name an IRS commissioner nominee. The Treasury Department assured staff in GOP Iowa Sen. Chuck Grassley's office that a commissioner nominee would still be sent to the Senate. At the same time, the Senate Finance Committee voted Wednesday to advance Derek Theurer's nomination to be undersecretary for legislative affairs and Donald Korb's nomination to be IRS chief counsel. That's good news for Pete Sepp —president of the National Taxpayers Union, a taxpayer advocacy group—who is concerned that many of the top IRS positions remained unfilled. Sepp, who sat down with Bloomberg Tax Senior Reporter Chris Cioffi for this episode of Talking Tax, said Congress is right to seek answers about how the CEO job interacts with the commissioner. He said he hoped the CEO position, in the future, would be selected by an IRS oversight board that has been dormant for more than a decade. Do you have feedback on this episode of Talking Tax? Give us a call and leave a voicemail at 703-341-3690.
Scott discusses property tax reform with Hamilton County Commissioner Alicia Reese. Also Demian Brady from the National Taxpayers Union explains who really wins in a government shutdown. Finally Kevin Burton tells us if populism is fading out of American politics.
In this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker and National Taxpayers Union's Brandon Arnold discuss the current government shutdown and the implications of the clean continuing resolution. They delve into the complexities of Obamacare credits, the flaws in the healthcare system, and the need for a consumer-driven approach to healthcare. The conversation also touches on political dynamics surrounding illegal immigrants and healthcare, the state of negotiations in Congress, and the importance of the American Franchise Act for small business owners. Learn more about Brandon Arnold & the National Taxpayers Union | https://www.ntu.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 Segment 1While Tony is away celebrating Yom Kippur, Andrew Langer fills in! Andrew starts another edition of the show talking about a speech he gave in Maryland last night. Andrew also talks about a mass stabbing at a Manchester synagogue. Andrew later talks about Liz Truss on defending the values of western civilization. Hour 1 Segment 2Andrew is joined with Erika Donalds of America First Policy Institute to talk about the America 250 Civic Education Coalition. Hour 1 Segment 3Andrew is joined with Tommy Aiello of National Taxpayers Union to talk about how the left is responsible for the government shutdown. Andrew later talks about FOX fact checking Jean Shaheen on democrats wanting to give healthcare to illegal immigrants. Hour 1 Segment 4Andrew wraps up the first hour of the show talking about how Governor Gavin Newsom stands on healthcare for illegal immigrants in 2022 vs. 2025. Hour 2 Segment 1While Tony is away celebrating Yom Kippur, Andrew Langer fills in! Andrew starts the second hour of the show talking about Shawn Farash impersonating President Donald Trump on Chuck Schumer’s siesta. Andrew also talks about how the stock market has reacted to the government shutdown. Later, Andrew talks about Shri Thandehar saying the Democrats are to blame for the government shutdown. Hour 2 Segment 2Andrew is joined with Dr. Zachary Marshall of Campus Reform to talk about the rise of antisemitism hatred and centered crimes in the U.S. Hour 2 Segment 3Andrew is joined with Jerry Rogers of RealClearPolicy to talk about the impacts of the government shutdown Hour 2 Segment 4Andrew wraps up the second hour of the show talking about Rick Scott saying congress shouldn’t be paid when the government is shutdown. Hour 3 Segment 1While Tony is away celebrating Yom Kippur, Andrew Langer fills in! Andrew starts the final hour of the show talking about Karoline Leavitt’s phone answering message slamming the government shutdown. Andrew also talks about Scott Bessent on the layoffs during the government shutdown. Hour 3 Segment 2Andrew is joined with Scottie Hughes Frontiers of Freedom to talk about the government shutdown. Hour 3 Segment 3Andrew talks about Ro Khanna admitting billions in Medicare money has been going to illegal immigrants. Andrew also talks about Jake Tapper confronting Hakeem Jeffries with facts on Medicaid going to illegal immigrants. Hour 3 Segment 4Andrew wraps up another edition of the show talking about Vice President J.D. Vance crystallizing the stupidity of the government shutdown, explaining the specifics of Democrats wanting to fund illegal immigrants and the sombrero meme.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 Segment 1While Tony is away celebrating Yom Kippur, Andrew Langer fills in! Andrew starts another edition of the show talking about a speech he gave in Maryland last night. Andrew also talks about a mass stabbing at a Manchester synagogue. Andrew later talks about Liz Truss on defending the values of western civilization. Hour 1 Segment 2Andrew is joined with Erika Donalds of America First Policy Institute to talk about the America 250 Civic Education Coalition. Hour 1 Segment 3Andrew is joined with Tommy Aiello of National Taxpayers Union to talk about how the left is responsible for the government shutdown. Andrew later talks about FOX fact checking Jean Shaheen on democrats wanting to give healthcare to illegal immigrants. Hour 1 Segment 4Andrew wraps up the first hour of the show talking about how Governor Gavin Newsom stands on healthcare for illegal immigrants in 2022 vs. 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark Davis is in for Scott Jennings and he has everything you need to know about the state of the Schumer Shutdown. Plus, Tommy Aiello, Senior Director of Government Affairs at National Taxpayers Union joins him on how the Democrat shutdown impacts Americans. Then, Adam Guillette, President of Accuracy in Media is on the show to talk about how some schools are still sneaking in DEI!Keep up with the Trump Administration when you subscribe to The Trump Report. This email brings you daily highlights from the Oval Office, right to your inbox, 5 days a week. Subscribe today at http://salempodcastnetwork.com/trumpSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
You didn't need these scumbags anyway! Shaun talks to Thomas Aiello, Senior Director of Government Affairs for the National Taxpayers Union, about the bastardization of American healthcare thanks to the Affordable Care Act, and why we should allow some enhanced Obamacare credits to expire at year's end! And Chris Burgard, director of Capitol Punishment: Everything They Told You About J6 Was a Lie, talks about how he and other protestors on January 6 are vindicated by Kash Patel's latest findings! The director's cut of Capitol Punishment will be available Oct. 4 on HisGlory.me!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(The Center Square) - Taxpayers are covering rents of up to $6,020 per month in Arizona, leading taxpayer advocates to question the growing duration of federal Section 8 housing choice voucher (HCV) usage. "Section 8 needs to focus on lifting people out of the trap of poverty, not putting them into the lap of luxury," said National Taxpayers Union president Pete Sepp in an interview with The Center Square. "It's unfair to ask taxpayers who can't afford mortgages or rents of six thousand dollars per month to foot the bill for subsidies amounting to that much." Support this podcast: https://secure.anedot.com/franklin-news-foundation/ce052532-b1e4-41c4-945c-d7ce2f52c38a?source_code=xxxxxx Read more: https://www.thecentersquare.com/arizona/article_3a65f31d-61ed-478b-a097-937019c81985.html
This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, we kick things off with U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt to discuss his new book, The Last Line of Defense: How to Beat the Left in Court. Senator Schmitt also shares his perspective on President Trump bringing peace around the world and highlights his success in securing a historic FBI investment to combat violent crime in St. Louis. Next, Mariam Wahba of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies unpacks Egypt's war against the world's oldest Christian monastery, the country's record-setting gas deal with Israel, and the rising threat of antisemitic attacks to U.S. national security. Then, Matthew Putnam of the National Taxpayers Union joins to discuss his article, Don't Undermine 40 Years of Success with Tax Hikes. We wrap up with financial expert Gary Gygi, who breaks down today's markets and what comes next. It's an episode you won't want to miss. www.breakingbattlegrounds.vote Twitter: www.twitter.com/Breaking_Battle Facebook: www.facebook.com/breakingbattlegrounds Instagram: www.instagram.com/breakingbattlegrounds LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/breakingbattlegrounds Truth Social: https://truthsocial.com/@breakingbattlegrounds Show sponsors: Santa Has A Podcast - This episode of Breaking Battlegrounds is brought to you by Santa Has a Podcast — a show for the whole family filled with kindness challenges, North Pole stories, elf updates, and a sprinkle of Christmas magic all year long. Listen now at SantaHasAPodcast.com. Invest Yrefy - investyrefy.com Old Glory Depot Support American jobs while standing up for your values. OldGloryDepot.com brings you conservative pride on premium, made-in-USA gear. Don't settle—wear your patriotism proudly. 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He has served as State Senator, State Treasurer, Attorney General, and now as U.S. Senator for Missouri. As Attorney General, he launched initiatives to combat violent crime, address the opioid crisis, and bring justice to victims of sexual assault. In the Senate, Schmitt serves on the Judiciary, Armed Services, and Commerce Committees, where he continues to focus on protecting free speech, securing the border, and strengthening American energy independence. - Mariam Wahba is a research analyst at FDD focused on Egypt and minorities in the Middle East. Previously, she served with FDD's communications team where she booked experts and helped stand up FDD's Arabic X and Instagram accounts. Before coming to FDD, Mariam was the associate director of advocacy with the Philos Project, a Hertog political science fellow, a Tikvah Fund journalism fellow, and a policy associate at In Defense of Christians. She graduated from Fordham University with a BA in Middle East studies, Arabic, and Jewish studies. Born and raised in Egypt, she is a Coptic Christian and an advocate for the persecuted church. Mariam is also the co-founder of American-ish, a digital platform aimed at highlighting ethno-religious minorities of the Middle East and promoting American values. - Matthew Putnam is an Associate of External Affairs with National Taxpayers Union and National Taxpayers Union Foundation. In this role, he works with donors and on strategic partnerships. Originally from Florida, Matthew attended Florida State University and graduated with bachelor's degrees in international affairs and history. Prior to working at NTU, Matthew worked with a small tech-startup based in Washington, DC. Outside of NTU, Matthew also works at the DC institution Red Derby. He enjoys cooking and both watching and playing soccer in DC and Virginia. - Mr. Gary Gygi was hired by the Investment firm Dean Witter (became Morgan Stanley) after college and worked for the firm for about 15 years. During this time he achieved the position of First Vice President, Investment and branch manager of the Midvale, Utah office. Mr. Gygi won numerous sales awards and held the position of Branch Managed Money Coordinator and Branch Insurance Coordinator. Mr. Gygi left Morgan Stanley in 2003 to join the Investment management firm of Smoot Miller Cheney (later became SMC Capital) as a Senior Vice President. Mr. Gygi holds a dual registration so while affiliating with Smoot Miller Cheney; he also was a registered rep with Independent broker/dealer WBB Securities, LLC. In 2008, Mr. Gygi left SMC Capital to found Gygi Capital Management as President and CEO. Gygi Capital serves the Institutional and individual marketplace with investment management solutions. 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What does it mean to advocate for taxpayer rights in an increasingly polarized political landscape? Can alliances between the left and right yield real reform in tax policy?In this episode of Associations Thrive, host Joanna Pineda interviews Pete Sepp, President of the National Taxpayers Union (NTU). Pete discusses:How NTU, founded in 1969, is a nonpartisan organization focused on simpler, fairer, lower taxes, less wasteful spending, and taxpayer rights.NTU's mission to fill gaps in the tax policy advocacy space, working on issues that other organizations ignore or overlook.Why NTU identified IRS reform as a key issue — and how they view it as a human rights concern, not just a policy issue.How NTU built a diverse coalition — including organizations like the ACLU and La Raza — to push for taxpayer rights reforms.NTU's creation of the Taxpayer Defense Center to pursue public interest litigation in precedent-setting tax cases.How the NTU Foundation's “Tax Basics” provides factual, accessible answers to common taxpayer questions.The internal practices that earned NTU a spot on Washingtonian's “Best Places to Work” list, including entrepreneurship and low internal politics.Pete's philosophy that association CEOs must focus on the “Four M's” — Money, Money, Money, and Money — to lead effectively.His success in working across ideological lines by reading opposing viewpoints, reaching out, and finding common ground.References:NTU WebsiteWhich States are Best for Remote Workers? 2025 Remote Obligations and Mobility (ROAM) Index - Foundation - National Taxpayers Unionhttps://www.ntu.org/foundation/project/taxpayer-defense-centerInside the One Big Beautiful Bill Act: Major Tax Provisions and Their Impact - Foundation - National Taxpayers Unionhttps://www.ntu.org/foundation/detail/ntuf-launches-cross-ideological-coalition-to-advise-on-irs-80-billion-budget-boost18 Great Places to Work in the DC Area
Is trade a tool of the elite—or the secret weapon of everyday Americans?On this week's Let People Prosper Show, I sit down with Bryan Riley, Director of the Free Trade Initiative at the National Taxpayers Union. Bryan has spent his career fighting for economic freedom and debunking the myths that protectionists love to spread—especially the idea that trade makes us weaker or poorer.This episode is a crash course in real-world trade economics. We unpack NAFTA's lasting legacy, challenge the narrative around trade deficits, and dismantle the idea that tariffs are a smart negotiating tool. Bryan argues that free trade embodies freedom in action—the ability for individuals to choose, compete, and prosper without government interference.For more insights, visit vanceginn.com. You can also get even greater value by subscribing to my Substack newsletter at vanceginn.substack.com. Please share with your friends, family, and broader social media network.
This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Congressman Tom McClintock of California's 5th District discusses illegal immigration, the realities of repatriation and deportation, and his forestry bills, the Put Out the Fire Act and the Proven Forest Management Act, which aim to improve wildfire response and expand successful forest management practices nationwide. Congressman Addison McDowell of North Carolina's 6th District shares his work to combat the fentanyl crisis, including the HALT Fentanyl Act and the BIDEN Act to end the use of automated signing devices for key presidential actions. Finally, Financial expert Gary Gygi joins with insight on whether the Federal Reserve should cut interest rates and what that could mean for the economy. www.breakingbattlegrounds.vote Facebook: www.facebook.com/breakingbattlegrounds Instagram: www.instagram.com/breakingbattlegrounds X: www.twitter.com/Breaking_Battle LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/breakingbattlegrounds Truth Social: https://truthsocial.com/@breakingbattlegrounds Show sponsors: Santa Has A Podcast - This episode of Breaking Battlegrounds is brought to you by Santa Has a Podcast — a show for the whole family filled with kindness challenges, North Pole stories, elf updates, and a sprinkle of Christmas magic all year long. Listen now at SantaHasAPodcast.com. Invest Yrefy - investyrefy.com Old Glory Depot Support American jobs while standing up for your values. OldGloryDepot.com brings you conservative pride on premium, made-in-USA gear. Don't settle—wear your patriotism proudly. Learn more at: OldGloryDepot.com Dot VoteWith a .VOTE website, you ensure your political campaign stands out among the competition while simplifying how you reach voters. Learn more at: dotvote.vote 4Freedom MobileExperience true freedom with 4Freedom Mobile, the exclusive provider offering nationwide coverage on all three major US networks (Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile) with just one SIM card. Our service not only connects you but also shields you from data collection by network operators, social media platforms, government agencies, and more. Use code ‘Battleground' to get your first month for $9 and save $10 a month every month after. Learn more at: 4FreedomMobile.com About our guest: Tom McClintock represents the people of California's historic Sierra Nevada foothills and fertile Central Valley in a district that stretches from Placerville to Modesto, through the Yosemite Valley and on to Kings Canyon. Often described as "the gold standard" for fiscal conservatism in Congress, the National Taxpayers Union rated him the best vote for taxpayers in the House four times, most recently in 2020. Citizens Against Government Waste recently named him as one of the perfect votes in the House fighting wasteful government spending. McClintock is a member of the House Judiciary Committee where he serves as Chairman of the Subcommittee on Immigration Integrity, Security, and Enforcement and also serves on the Subcommittee on the Constitution and Limited Government. He is a senior member of the House Natural Resources Committee where he serves on the Subcommittee on Federal Lands, which he chaired from 2015 to 2018, and on the Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife, and Fisheries, which he chaired from 2011 to 2015. The Congressman is also a member of the House Budget Committee and has proposed major fiscal reforms to curb unauthorized appropriations, control mandatory spending, balance the budget and protect the nation's credit. Prior to his election to Congress, McClintock served 22 years in the California legislature, where he became one of its most recognized conservative leaders. He twice received the Republican nomination for State Controller, narrowly missing election in 2002 by 23/100ths of one percent. He ran as the conservative standard bearer for Governor in California's historic recall election in 2003. - Addison McDowell proudly represents North Carolina's 6th Congressional District. Motivated by the tragic loss of his younger brother, Luke, to a fentanyl overdose, McDowell's top priority in Congress is to tackle the drug crisis and strengthen border security to protect families and communities from the dangers posed by illegal immigration. Addison currently serves on the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, the Natural Resources Committee, and the Budget Committee. Through these committee assignments, he is fighting to make sure the critical needs of North Carolina's Sixth District are met. Prior to Congress, Addison's public service included serving on staff for Congressman (now U.S. Senator) Ted Budd and Congressman Richard Hudson, where he spent each day helping constituents in need. Addison earned his Bachelors of Arts degree in Political Science and Government from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. During this time, he met his wife, Rachel, through YoungLife Ministry. A native of Lexington, North Carolina, Addison and Rachel now reside in Davie County, where they are raising their two daughters and are active in their local church.
It's always important to understand - no matter your opinion on any news story - that there's always an aggressive attempt to come between you and your support for Donald Trump. Stigall is certain we're in the middle of an aggressive campaign at the moment to gin up division within the MAGA base at a time Trump has never been rolling more successfully. It's laid out in full for you to ponder today. Meanwhile, now the the big beautiful bill's tax breaks have been locked in - it's time to make real cuts in spending. Will they happen? Tommy Aiello of the National Taxpayers Union knows exactly where to start. The horrors in Texas continue to unfold. Ammon Blair of the Texas Public Policy Foundation is here to discuss what went wrong, how the recovery efforts are progressing, and how you can help. Plus, no more taking off shoes at the airport, Trump says no, there won't be mass amnesty. And the left attempt to take the moral high ground at a time they couldn't be less moral if you paid them. Keep your head on a swivel for today's show! -For more info visit the official website: https://chrisstigall.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisstigallshow/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChrisStigallFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/chris.stigall/Listen on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/StigallPodListen on Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/StigallShow-Help protect your wealth with real, physical gold and silver. Texas Bullion Exchange helps everyday Americans diversify with tailored portfolios, IRA rollovers, and expert support every step of the way.
Congressman Andy Biggs shares his insights on the current political landscape in Washington. As a candidate for Arizona governor and host of the podcast "What's the Biggs Idea," he discusses the implications of recent court rulings, the need for judicial reform, and the challenges facing fiscal conservatives in Congress. Additional interview with Pete Sepp, the President of the National Taxpayers Union, who shares his insights on the ongoing efforts to reduce wasteful spending in the U.S. government. With a focus on the Department of Defense, Pete discusses the shocking expenditures and the potential for significant savings, estimating a goal of up to $500 billion. He highlights the importance of fiscal responsibility and the need for reform in government contracting to ensure that taxpayer dollars are used effectively. Final interview with Chris Fenton, media executive and author, shares insights on the intersection of tariffs, border security, and the long-term economic strategy needed to compete globally.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks delves into pressing issues such as government statistics, national security concerns regarding Joe Biden's email handling, and the ongoing government funding debates. The Congresswoman shares her insights on the hypocrisy within the political landscape, particularly regarding the Democrats' stance on government shutdowns and military funding. Alireza Jafarzadeh tackles the intricate landscape of U.S. foreign policy concerning Iran and its implications for the Middle East. Jafarzadeh sheds light on the recent rally for a freer Iran, emphasizing the role of women in the resistance against the oppressive regime. Pete Sepp, the President of the National Taxpayers Union, joins to discuss the rampant waste and abuse within the Department of Defense. From outrageous expenditures to ineffective weapon systems, Pete sheds light on the urgent need for government reform.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.