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The 38 people charged in connection with an anti-ICE protest at a St. Paul church say they have been singled out for selective or vindictive prosecution. A motion to dismiss filed Monday in federal court says the defendants, including journalists who covered the protest, are being prosecuted for protected speech. The motion says protesters who disrupted a service at an LGBTQ-friendly church in Orlando, Florida, last year did not face charges. It alleges the Florida protesters were not prosecuted because their political views aligned with President Donald Trump and his administration.The Democratic candidate running against Republican U.S. Rep. Tom Emmer says Congress has been weakened under President Donald Trump. Election policy expert Doug Chapin is running against Emmer in Minnesota's 6th Congressional District. Emmer is part of Republican House leadership and has won his six previous races easily. Chapin says Emmer has allowed executive power to grow on his watch, but says the changing district and an anti-incumbent mood could work in his favor.A months-long strike in Chisago County is officially over after the county board approved contract agreements for striking workers. About 125 county workers had been on strike since May. That was about a third of the county's staff, including health and human services workers and other government center employees. The union says the three-year deal includes pay raises and better health care plans.Thousands of dead fish have washed up on the shores of Lake Mille Lacs in recent weeks. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources says it is common for some fish to die every summer, but hotter-than-normal weather has increased lake temperatures. That can be hard on cold-water fish such as tullibee, also known as cisco. Cisco populations are under pressure in some Minnesota lakes that are warming due to climate change.

President Donald Trump signs an Executive Order renaming Lake Ontario on the U.S.-Canadian border to Lake America, as the U.S.-Canada trade war shows no sign of ending; President Trump flies to Houston, Texas to raise money for Republican U.S. Senate nominee Ken Paxton, who is in a close race with Democratic nominee James Talarico; House Speaker Mike Johnson also campaigns today in Texas for Republican U.S. House candidates in Congressional districts that could decide the balance of power after election day; Data centers have become a campaign issue around the country seemingly overnight. We will talk about it with Nicol Turner Lee, director of the Brookings Institution's Center for Technology Innovation (34); Attorney General Todd Blanche in Puerto Rico announces a major international drug trafficking bust; Federal judge holds a hearing on the future of the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, both its renovation and whether to add Donald Trump's name to the facade; White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt says goodbye on her last day on the job at the White House. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Jim and Greg for the Tuesday 3 Martini Lunch as they examine President Trump's “Economic D-Day” against Iran and companies doing business with the regime, Abdul El-Sayed comparing circumcision to transgender surgeries for children, Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen's talk of a 2028 presidential campaign, and a razor-thin Republican U.S. Senate runoff in South Carolina.First, they discuss President Trump's Operation Economic Outcast, designed to severely squeeze Iran and impose harsh consequences on countries and corporations doing business with the Iranian regime. Jim and Greg are optimistic the strategy could work, but only if the U.S. cracks down on every Iranian ally.Next, they shake their heads as Abdul El-Sayed defends transgender surgeries for children by comparing them to circumcision. They also examine El-Sayed's attempt to distance himself from far-left influencer Hasan Piker.Then, they laugh as Sen. Van Hollen says he's "kicking the tires" on a 2028 presidential bid. Jim and Greg see lots of parallels between Van Hollen and some of the many Democrats who never gained any traction in 2020.Finally, they cite a rare poll of today's Republican U.S. Senate runoff in South Carolina showing the race between Rep. Ralph Norman and interim Sen. Darline Graham a dead heat. Please visit our great sponsors:QuoMoney is on the line. Always say hello with QUO. Try QUO for FREE PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/3MLHomeServeProtect with HomeServe. Pay 50% less your first year. Visit https://HomeServe.com/Martini to find the plan that's right for you. Savings compared to renewal price. Void in Florida.New episodes every weekday. 

Send us Fan MailFresh off her primary win, Republican U.S. Senate candidate Michele Tafoya joined Liz Collin to discuss her campaign against Democratic nominee Peggy Flanagan, the current lieutenant governor.   “We have had a crisis of leadership in this state, and it started with Tim Walz and Flanagan's been at his side the entire time,” said Tafoya.“I just couldn't watch it anymore. We've tried it their way, the way of the Democrat establishment, this single-party rule for years. We've tried it their way. And here is where we are. I want to offer a change,” she added.Support the show

Wisconsin, like Minnesota, was making sense of primary election results Wednesday. The race for governor of that state has received particular attention nationwide. It's one of several races across the country where progressive or democratic socialist candidates have faced off against moderate Democrats. In this case, the moderate won. David Crowley narrowly defeated Francesca Hong. Hong had been leading in polls and Crowley had previously suspended his campaign before rejoining the race. Now, he'll face Republican U.S. Representative Tom Tiffany in the November midterm. PBS Wisconsin senior political reporter Zac Schultz recently joined Minnesota Now to break down a eventful campaign season that led up to the primary. He came back to talk about what happened and what comes next heading into the midterms.

Jon Allsop, contributing writer at The New Yorker, discusses the latest national political headlines and his recent story, "What Does It Even Mean to Be a Moderate?" Photo: DETROIT, MICHIGAN - AUGUST 04: U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens (D-MI), candidate for the state's open U.S. Senate seat, speaks during a primary night watch party at the Hotel Saint Regis Detroit on August 04, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan. Stevens is facing Abdul El-Sayed in the Democratic primary to determine who will run against former Republican U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers in the general election. (Photo by Finn Gomez/Getty Images)   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Radio Atlantic host Adam Harris speaks with former Republican U.S. Senator and former U.S. Ambassador Jeff Flake about his recent endorsement of Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff in the Georgia Senate race and why character in politics still matters. --- Get more from your favorite Atlantic voices when you subscribe. You'll enjoy unlimited access to Pulitzer-winning journalism, from clear-eyed analysis and insight on breaking news to fascinating explorations of our world. Atlantic subscribers also get access to exclusive subscriber audio in Apple Podcasts. Subscribe today at theAtlantic.com/listener. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

To recap the Aug. 4 primary elections, MIRS sits down with Lansing-based Andrea Bitely – a moderate Republican – and Democratic Socialist Jessica Newman, a political operative in Ferndale (1:30).  How will Democrat U.S. Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed try to connect with Detroit seniors, Macomb County's pro-Trump autoworkers and "Reagan Democrats", and the pre-Trump Republicans in white collar Oakland County? Also, what might be Republican U.S. Senate nominee Mike Rogers' courting strategy to win Democratic voters who wanted Congresswoman Haley Stevens (D-Birmingham) to win the primary? Additionally, they discuss who might vote YES on summoning a state Constitutional Convention in November, and whether Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, Democrat nominee for Governor, is prepared for a "fire hose" of negative ads from Republicans. 

In the second hour of the broadcast, Charlie James opens by interviewing Republican U.S. Senate candidate Mark Lynch on election eve to discuss term limits, national security, and election integrity. Moving to cultural commentary, James humorously critiques the WNBA's self-identification eligibility guidelines before fielding a listener call about local surveillance and "Flock" license plate cameras. He then breaks down the history of South Carolina's gas tax, tracing its legislative evolution and addressing the surrounding fiscal controversies. Finally, the hour concludes with a satirical caller announcing a last-minute Senate run, leading into James's commentary on federal executive orders targeting birth tourism and reminders for parents as students head back to school.

In Hour 2, Segment 1 of the August 10, 2026 broadcast of The Charlie James Show, host Charlie James opens with patriotic music before welcoming Republican U.S. Senate candidate Mark Lynch less than 15 hours ahead of the primary. Lynch positions himself as a business outsider who will bring constitutional values back to Congress and advocate for term limits. He voices support for ending the Senate filibuster to pass conservative priorities, including the SAVE Act, and discusses his national security priorities such as utilizing the 287(g) program and addressing perceived Islamic infiltration threats. Lynch also addresses election integrity and criticizes opponents Darlene Graham Nardone and Russell Fry regarding candidate eligibility rules. Following the interview, Charlie provides early voting numbers for Cherokee County and teases an upcoming segment on the WNBA.

On this episode of the Texas Take, host Jeremy Wallace asks Republican U.S. Senate candidate Ken Paxton about taking a European vacation as conservatives, like TV host Jesse Watters, blast him for not being more visible this summer. “Where's Paxton?” the Fox News host said on Wednesday just before Paxton took the stage in Houston for his first big rally in Texas' largest city since winning the primary in May. Reporters Casey Murray and John Moritz join Wallace to break down how Paxton is trying to win over Republicans who supported Cornyn, while Democrat James Talarico dives into some of the most purple areas of the state. Plus, Democratic candidate for governor Gina Hinojosa stops by the show to warn Democrats that there is almost nothing stopping the GOP from eliminating more Black and Hispanic representatives from Congress and the Legislature if she doesn't defeat Gov. Greg Abbott. Finally, while vacationing in Maine, Wallace stopped in Biddeford to see how the community is responding to an ICE shooting that happened just days after a similar incident in Houston's East End. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Republican U.S. Rep. Max Miller will be investigated by a congressional ethics panel following domestic abuse allegations made by his ex-wife, Emily Moreno, and a former girlfriend. Miller requested the probe himself, saying he wants to clear his name and has "nothing to hide." The Ohio congressman is facing growing pressure from both Democrats and Republicans but says he will remain in the race for reelection. Ohio's third measles outbreak of 2026 has brought the state's total to 45 cases across 10 counties. Health officials say cases continue to rise nationwide as vaccination rates remain below the 95% threshold needed for herd immunity. Cuyahoga County voters will decide in November whether to approve a 2.5-mill increase to the Health and Human Services levy. They'll also weigh two charter amendments that would limit the county executive's authority to appoint and remove members of certain boards and commissions. County Council also withdrew a proposal to make the sheriff an elected position, rather than appointed, and rejected a charter amendment clarifying the roles of the county law department and prosecutor. The subsequent measure could still return before the September ballot deadline. Ohio's annual sales tax holiday begins Friday and runs through Sunday, offering tax-free purchases on eligible clothing and school supplies. Unlike the expanded tax holidays of the past two years, this year's exemption is limited to select back-to-school items. We'll discuss these stories and more on this week's "Sound of Ideas Reporters Roundtable." Guests:- Sarah Donaldson, Reporter, Ideastream Statehouse News Bureau- Zaria Johnson, Environmental Reporter, Ideastream Public Media- Kabir Bhatia, Senior Arts Reporter, Ideastream Public Media

Chuck And Julie Show with Chuck Bonniwell and Julie Hayden Media Trust, Colorado's Political Crossroads, COVID Accountability, and the Politics of Trust Chuck Bonniwell and Julie Hayden examine newly discussed Fauci records, RFK Jr.'s exchange with Dana Bash, media and pharmaceutical influence, COVID-response accountability, listener concerns, Colorado politics, election integrity, jungle primaries, and the growing cultural debate around Caitlin Clark and the WNBA. RFK Jr. destroys CNN “parrot” Dana Bash over the media's shameful role in the COVID Scam. Chuck and Julie Open With “Truth Straight Up” In this episode of The Chuck and Julie Show, Chuck Bonniwell and Julie Hayden open with their trademark “truth straight up” format and immediately focus on newly discussed records connected to Dr. Anthony Fauci. The corrected transcript identifies Chuck and Julie as hosts, Jacob and Johnnie as listener participants, and notes that political, medical, legal, and election-related statements are preserved as speaker statements rather than independently verified claims. Fauci Records, RFK Jr., and the Dana Bash Interview Julie and Chuck argue that the records show Fauci knew more than he publicly acknowledged about COVID mortality, vaccines, masks, lockdowns, social distancing, and transmission. They discuss RFK Jr.'s CNN interview with Dana Bash, describing it as a moment where RFK Jr. challenged the media's COVID-era assumptions and accused the press of failing its duty of skepticism. The hosts frame Dana Bash as unprepared for RFK Jr.'s depth of knowledge and argue that the interview exposed broader media failures around COVID coverage, public-health messaging, censorship, and pharmaceutical influence. Media Narratives, Pharmaceutical Advertising, and COVID Skepticism The hosts continue by criticizing how legacy media handled COVID dissent, saying that stories were first ignored, then attacked as “misinformation” when they gained traction. They discuss Denver's Channel 7/ABC coverage, pharmaceutical advertising, hydroxychloroquine, vaccine messaging, and what they see as shifting public confidence in new shots. Julie shares a personal example from a school physical where her family declined several shots and the doctor said the office no longer carried the COVID shot. Chuck then suggests that pharmaceutical advertising may function less as direct product marketing and more as a way to influence networks and protect preferred narratives. Listener Participation: Jacob and Johnnie Join the Conversation After Julie leaves to pick up Rev, Chuck opens the program more fully to listeners. Jacob joins the discussion with his own concerns about COVID shots, pharmaceutical advertising, and vaccine mandates, including a reference to a Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan case involving employees and settlements. Johnnie shares a personal story about medication he says contributed to his blindness and connects that experience to distrust of medical authority and government messaging. Chuck responds by recalling public encounters involving Fauci, Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser, and skeptical citizens who challenged official vaccine narratives. Blackmail, Human Nature, and Political Distrust Johnnie asks whether powerful people may be pressured by embarrassing information or blackmail, prompting Chuck to discuss the idea that Washington operates through mutual leverage and hidden knowledge. Chuck connects this to declining public trust in government, media, and political institutions. The conversation broadens into a darker reflection on human nature, corruption, and the way people create political myths about their own side being pure. Chuck argues that both parties have serious problems, though he focuses especially on what he sees as the Democratic Party's weak bench and dependence on anti-Trump messaging rather than an attractive political vision. Colorado Politics, Republican Turnout, and Jungle Primaries Jacob then asks about Republican complicity, campaign volunteers, and voter follow-through. Chuck responds by describing Republicans as less reliable in lower-turnout races, while Democrats tend to bank votes early through mail ballots. The conversation shifts into Colorado politics, including jungle primaries, wealthy interests, county-party participation, Victor Marx, Greg Lopez, Kyle Clark, the governor's race, and Mark Beasley's low name recognition as a Republican U.S. Senate candidate. Chuck argues that jungle primaries sound inclusive but would reduce real grassroots participation by allowing wealthy interests to shape the candidate field. Election Integrity, the WNBA, and Closing Caller Roundtable Near the end of the episode, Chuck says a strong election-integrity law such as the SAVE Act, with voter-eligibility requirements and paper-ballot safeguards, could change Colorado's political landscape. The show then takes a cultural turn into the WNBA, Sophie Cunningham, Caitlin Clark, and the way fan attention and league politics have made the sport more revealing and more interesting. Chuck thanks Jacob and Johnnie for joining, says the caller-driven format was fun, and closes by inviting a similar open-listener conversation in the future before signing off until Wednesday.

Republican U.S. Senator Bernie Moreno from Ohio is calling out fellow Republican congressman, Max Miller, who used to be married to his daughter, for physically abusing and threatening her. Senator Moreno has been silent up until now, after his daughter accused Miller of throwing boiling water on her, saying Congressman Miller has made it impossible to keep the matter private because of his “increasingly erratic and dangerous behavior.” Miller is running for re-election in a tight race in Ohio and has vehemently denied his ex-wife’s accusations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Republican U.S. Senator Bernie Moreno from Ohio is calling out fellow Republican congressman, Max Miller, who used to be married to his daughter, for physically abusing and threatening her. Senator Moreno has been silent up until now, after his daughter accused Miller of throwing boiling water on her, saying Congressman Miller has made it impossible to keep the matter private because of his “increasingly erratic and dangerous behavior.” Miller is running for re-election in a tight race in Ohio and has vehemently denied his ex-wife’s accusations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Republican U.S. Senator Bernie Moreno from Ohio is calling out fellow Republican congressman, Max Miller, who used to be married to his daughter, for physically abusing and threatening her. Senator Moreno has been silent up until now, after his daughter accused Miller of throwing boiling water on her, saying Congressman Miller has made it impossible to keep the matter private because of his “increasingly erratic and dangerous behavior.” Miller is running for re-election in a tight race in Ohio and has vehemently denied his ex-wife’s accusations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Republican U.S. Senator Bernie Moreno from Ohio is calling out fellow Republican congressman, Max Miller, who used to be married to his daughter, for physically abusing and threatening her. Senator Moreno has been silent up until now, after his daughter accused Miller of throwing boiling water on her, saying Congressman Miller has made it impossible to keep the matter private because of his “increasingly erratic and dangerous behavior.” Miller is running for re-election in a tight race in Ohio and has vehemently denied his ex-wife’s accusations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Republican U.S. Senate nominee Hinson sets Siouxland campaign events.

Join Jim and Greg for the Thursday 3 Martini Lunch as they dive into reports that Iran and Russia are suffering from severe energy crises, the U.S. economy growing less than expected in the second quarter, 12-day sprint to the GOP South Carolina Senate primary, and the trans community getting furious over donuts.First, they talk about reports that Iran is having to implement rolling blackouts, partly from 120-degree summer temperatures but also because some of it's electrical grid has been damaged in the war. They're also promising long lines at gas stations. Russia is also experiencing an energy crisis. But does this meaningfully weaken either of these regimes?Next, they're disappointed to see lower than expected economic growth in the second quarter. The economy grew by 1.5 percent. It's still positive territory but the cost of gasoline and other essentials are dragging the number lower. What will the impact of this be in November?Then, they dissect the 12-day, 12-candidate sprint for the Republican U.S. Senate primary in South Carolina. Both Jim and Greg think voters deserve much more detail on every issue from Sen. Darline Graham if she wants a six-year term. They also weigh on on the candidacies of Reps. Ralph Norman and Russell Fry and former Gov. Mark Sanford.Finally, they shake their heads as the Tim Horton's chain takes heat from what's now being called the 2SLGBTQ+ community because Tim Horton's plans to create Harry Potter-themed treats next month.Please visit our great sponsors:OneSkinGet 15% off OneSkin Summer Bundles with promo code 3ML at https://oneskin.co/3mlQuoMoney is on the line. Always say hello with QUO. Try QUO for FREE PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/3MLHomeServeProtect your home through HomeServe.  For 50% less your first year, visit https://HomeServe.com/Martini  for the plan that's right for you. Savings compared to renewal price. Void in Florida.New episodes every weekday. 

The race to become the next U.S. Senator from Illinois. We'll talk with the Republican nominee, former party chairman Don Tracy Note: The video version of this conversation is taking longer than usual to post. It will be added here and on YouTube when available.

Ohio Congressman Max Miller seeks re-election while facing domestic abuse, drug use allegations Heading into this upcoming election, U.S. Representative for Ohio's 7th District Republican Max Miller is seeking re-election, hoping to continue to represent residents in Cuyahoga, Medina, Wayne and Holmes counties. He's also facing allegations of domestic violence and drug use dating back two decades, which we discuss on Thursday's episode of the "Sound of Ideas" hosted by Stephanie Haney. Many, though not all, of the accusations against Miller have been previously reported by Cleveland.com and other Northeast Ohio outlets in various levels of detail, but now Mother Jones which is operated by the Center for Investigative Reporting has published an extensive report after combing through thousands of pages of police reports and court documents connected to Miller's contentious child custody dispute over his two-year-old daughter he shares with ex-wife Emily Moreno, who is the daughter of Republican U.S. Senator for Ohio Bernie Moreno. Miller disputes many of these claims, and has not spoken publicly on others. We reached out to Rep. Miller asking him to speak with us today, but his communications director said they could not make this work for his schedule. We asked for a statement from the representative, and he declined to provide one. Please note in today's show we will be detailing specific allegations of abuse and violence against women. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, the national domestic violence hotline can be reached at 1-800-799-SAFE. Guest: Abby Vesoulis, National Politics Reporter, Mother Jones Read Abby's reporting here: https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2026/07/assault-misogyny-verbal-threats-records-detail-new-allegations-against-rep-max-miller-bernie-moreno/ Female decathletes assemble in Northeast Ohio amid calls for gender equity in the sport The decathlon, a series of ten track and field events is a part of the summer Olympic games every four years. The winner of the decathlon is often bestowed with the title - "The World's Greatest Athlete." But currently, only men are allowed to compete in the Olympic decathlon, and that rankles the feathers of some women who dedicate a lot of time and energy to competing in decathlon events at various levels. Next weekend, the Women's Decathlon World Championship takes place in Oberlin, as the calls to include women in the Olympic decathlon grow louder from some. Thursday on the "Sound of Ideas" hosted by Stephanie Haney, we hear from two local athletes who are competing in this year's world championships. They'll share what got them interested in the decathlon, how they balance training while working towards PhDs, and how they feel about gender equity in sports. Guests: - Madison Luthy, Decathlon Athlete; Cleveland State University Student - Katie Straus, Decathlon Athlete; University of Illinois Student You can find more information about the Women's Decathlon World Championships here: https://www.womens-decathlon.com/ "Shuffle" music podcast with host Amanda Rabinowitz Some people take offense to being called "What's his face." But not Ryan Cordero. On this week's "Shuffle," Ideastream Public Media's Amanda Rabinowitz talked with a rapper and producer finding his voice in Cleveland. Guest: - Ryan Cordero / Whats His Face, Musician

Iowa will not have the first spot in the Democratic presidential nominating process in 2028. Republican U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson says she'd like to see greater restrictions on social media and AI to protect kids. And a well-known Islamic scholar and community leader in Cedar Rapids has died.

Join Jim and Greg for the Thursday 3 Martini Lunch as they discuss a Democratic identity politics clash over the 2028 primary calendar, why Michele Tafoya is way ahead in Minnesota's GOP Senate primary, New Jersey registering noncitizens to vote, and an Arizona House race with a New York Jets twist.First, Jim and Greg watch identity politics turn inward as South Carolina and Nevada battle over the 2028 Democratic primary schedule. South Carolina Democratic chair Christale Spain warned that elevating Nevada tells Black voters they matter less than "brown voters." Greg notes identity politics always eats its own.Next, they cover good news in Minnesota, where friend of the show Michele Tafoya leads the Republican U.S. Senate primary with 41 percent. Jim and Greg praise her polished delivery and anti-fraud campaign ad, though they worry Mike Lindell's lead in the governor's primary could weigh down the ticket.Then, they dig into New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill admitting a Motor Vehicle Commission software error registered 6,600 noncitizens to vote and allowed roughly 400 illegal votes. Jim questions why officials hid the two-year-old glitch, while Greg argues voter registration should not be a casual DMV add-on.Finally, they highlight an Arizona toss-up congressional race featuring a New York Jets connection. Former NFL kicker Jay Feely won the GOP primary in the 1st Congressional District and will likely face Democrat Amish Shah, the team's former doctor. Jim and Greg note the winner could help determine control of the U.S. House. Please visit our great sponsors: LarinecoRight now, Larineco is offering our listeners up to 50% off at https://BuyLarine.com/3MLNoble GoldOwn the metal the future depends on with the help of Noble Gold. Visit https://NobleGoldInvestments.com/3ML  Download the free investor kit. No pressure. Just information.BetterHelpDon't let stigma stand in the way of support. Start therapy with BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/3MLNew episodes every weekday. 

The Morning XTRA with Tug and Los delivers conservative talk on the biggest political, cultural, and news stories of the day. Smart analysis, unapologetic opinions, and real conversations every weekday morning. Every weekday from 6a to 10a! The 8 o'clock hour is brought to you by Central Heating & Air, your Atlanta Carrier Experts. 770-GET-HEAT, Centralheat.com Republican U.S. Senate nominee Mike Collins joins the show Anna Paulina Luna and Tug are on the same page about Chinese Visas David Hogg is stumping for the communist Atlanta's ONLY All Conservative News & Talk Station.: https://www.xtra1063.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Morning XTRA with Tug and Los delivers conservative talk on the biggest political, cultural, and news stories of the day. Smart analysis, unapologetic opinions, and real conversations every weekday morning. Every weekday from 6a to 10a! Tug and Los discuss the growing divisions within the Democratic Party, why they believe the Left is increasingly at war with itself, and what a potential Kamala Harris–Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez ticket could mean for the 2028 election. The guys also welcome radio legend Neal Boortz and Republican U.S. Senate nominee Mike Collins to the show, breaking down the latest political battles in Washington and Georgia. On today's show:• The culture war is far from over• Anna Paulina Luna and Tug find common ground on Chinese visa policy• David Hogg's support of the Democratic Socialists of America• Why is the Left willing to overlook Nazi symbolism?• Western Society is on the ropes in Europe• What today's Democratic Party says about the future of American politics Watch The Morning Xtra every weekday from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. on the Xtra 106.3 YouTube or listen on the Xtra 106.3 App

There's a longstanding pattern in American politics that in most off-year elections, the party of the president tends to lose support and right now, that's looking more and more like what we'll see this fall in North Carolina. According to new polling from the Catawba College YouGov Survey, support for President Trump, the Republican U.S. Senate nominee Michael Whatley, and other GOP candidates generally has waned significantly – especially among unaffiliated voters. So, what's driving this shift and how significant is it? Recently NC Newsline sat down to discuss these questions and more with Catawba College political scientist and pollster, Michael Bitzer. And as our nation celebrates its 250th birthday, we also got a chance to ask Bitzer about his recent poll that gauged what North Carolinians think about one of the country's most important founding documents and the principles it espoused. Click here to listen to our full interview with Catawba College political scientist and pollster, Michael Bitzer.

Gov. Mike DeWine this week vetoed a bill that would mandate photo ID for mail-in ballots starting in 2027. On the heels of DeWine calling on Ohio lawmakers to abolish the death penalty, we learned this week that for the first time in his tenure, he granted clemency to a death row inmate. The U.S. Supreme Court signed off on the Trump administration's plan to strip temporary protected status from Haitian immigrants. The move could leave more than 10,000 Haitians living in Springfield at risk for deportation. Republican U.S. Sen. Bernie Moreno has an unexpected ally in the effort to shore up social security: Democrat Sen. Elizabeth Warren. And Cleveland has been raking in cash since it implemented changes to its parking pricing structure earlier this year. We will discuss these topics and other news of the week on the “Sound of Ideas Reporters Roundtable.” Guests:- Kabir Bhatia, Senior Reporter/Producer, Ideastream Public Media- Gabriel Kramer, Reporter/Producer & "NewsDepth" Host, Ideastream Public Media- Sarah Donaldson, Reporter/Producer, Ideastream Statehouse News Bureau

An Eagle River woman says she's grateful to be alive after a black bear attacked her dog near Skilak Lake earlier this month; and the Division of Elections issued the state's final determination Monday that Dan Sullivan of Petersburg can't be on the ballot to challenge Republican U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan.

After months of candidates stumping for high-profile endorsements, spending millions of dollars on attack ads and traveling across the state, today's the day. The polls are open for Georgia's primary runoff election. Some of the most contentious races are on the Republican ballot, including the runoffs for U.S. Senate and Governor. One race that's gotten some extra attention this week: the race for Democrat Jon Ossoff's U.S. Senate seat. President Donald Trump gave an 11th-hour endorsement of current Republican U.S. Rep. Mike Collins. But strategists ask: why so late? Trump posted his endorsement on Truth Social at 1 am on Sunday. The runoff election pits Collins against Republican Derek Dooley, a former football coach at the University of Tennessee, who has the support of Georgia Governor Brian Kemp. How will the Kemp versus Trump endorsement play-out among voters? Republican strategist Brian Robinson, Democratic strategist Tharon Johnson and host Lisa Rayam discuss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's Midday Report with host Terry Haines: The Division of Elections has issued the state's final determination that Dan Sullivan of Petersburg can't be on the ballot to challenge Republican U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan. A former Metlakatla man previously charged with first degree murder has filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against over 30 parties connected to the case. And the state's campaign finance regulator has fined an Anchorage Assembly member more than $5,000 for allegedly violating campaign disclosure laws.Photo: Dan Sullivan of Petersburg filed to run against Republican incumbent U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan. (Campaign photo by Dan Sullivan)

The parents of National Park Service ranger Robin Pendery say their daughter was equal parts scholar and adventurer — a “world class climber” — whose curiosity and drive showed up early, long before she joined Denali National Park & Preserve’s mountaineering staff. Congressional candidate Bill Hill, an independent from Naknek challenging first-term Republican U.S. Rep. Nick Begich for Alaska’s lone congressional seat, won’t say if he’ll caucus with Democrats or Republicans if elected. An emotional day played out in an Anchorage courtroom Tuesday as jury members were presented with dozens of crime scene photos from a 2023 homicide case involving a U.S. Army man accused of killing his wife.

If there were a throughline for North Dakota's recent primary vote that ran from the top-of-the-ticket statewide races to local competitions like the Fargo mayoral race, it would be the rejection of belligerent ideologues in favor of pragmatic public servants. That's the argument Fargo's mayor-elect Josh Boschee made on this episode of Plain Talk. "North Dakotans want people who are going to get to work," Boschee said, as opposed to candidates who are "hung up on ideology." Voters want public servants, not talk radio hosts and influencers, it seems. Boschee, a long-time Democratic state Senator, won the nonpartisan race over City Commissioner Michelle Turnberg, a self-described "conservative" who has adopted a belligerent approach to elected office and remains in her current office. How will the new mayor contend with that sort of friction, which, in recent years, has become routine in Fargo's city government? He says he's ready for it. "I think some people want to frame it as, because we were two opponents, and we'll be working together, that there might be a lot of conflict, and that certainly may end up being true. But as you guys have seen me in the legislature, I mean, there are plenty of legislators that use a similar leadership style as Commissioner Turnberg, and I've been able to work with them, especially when we focus on the issues that we share." Boschee says he's focused on being a mayor for everyone in Fargo, including those who voted against him. "I've been in a lot of elections, and what I've learned, for one thing, is elections are about addition and not subtraction," he said. "And when you only focus on your base, you only focus on the people who are cheerleading you or pat you on the back every time you say something  or comment on Facebook, you're not going to grow your coalition." In his victory speech after the election, Boschee made reference to a recent Facebook post made by Fargo-area Rep. Desiree Morton, objecting to volunteers of Somali heritage volunteering to help the campaigns of Republican U.S. Rep. Julie Fedorchak and local legislative candidates. He told us he thought it was something important to highlight. "20% of Fargo are people of color. A good number of them are folks who come from other parts of the world," he said. "I've stood up to my legislative colleagues when they've said inappropriate things about other North Dotans, and that's not going to change in the mayor's office." Also on this episode, co-host Chad Oban and I discussed the similarities between Boschee and Gov. Kelly Armstrong, despite their obvious ideological differences, as well as the decline of North Dakota's populist movement. If you want to participate in Plain Talk, just give us a call or text at 701-587-3141. It's super easy — leave your message, tell us your name and where you're from, and we might feature it on an upcoming episode. To subscribe to Plain Talk, search for the show wherever you get your podcasts or use one of the links below. Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube | Pocket Casts | Episode Archive

If there were a throughline for North Dakota's recent primary vote that ran from the top-of-the-ticket statewide races to local competitions like the Fargo mayoral race, it would be the rejection of belligerent ideologues in favor of pragmatic public servants. That's the argument Fargo's mayor-elect Josh Boschee made on this episode of Plain Talk. "North Dakotans want people who are going to get to work," Boschee said, as opposed to candidates who are "hung up on ideology." Voters want public servants, not talk radio hosts and influencers, it seems. Boschee, a long-time Democratic state Senator, won the nonpartisan race over City Commissioner Michelle Turnberg, a self-described "conservative" who has adopted a belligerent approach to elected office and remains in her current office. How will the new mayor contend with that sort of friction, which, in recent years, has become routine in Fargo's city government? He says he's ready for it. "I think some people want to frame it as, because we were two opponents, and we'll be working together, that there might be a lot of conflict, and that certainly may end up being true. But as you guys have seen me in the legislature, I mean, there are plenty of legislators that use a similar leadership style as Commissioner Turnberg, and I've been able to work with them, especially when we focus on the issues that we share." Boschee says he's focused on being a mayor for everyone in Fargo, including those who voted against him. "I've been in a lot of elections, and what I've learned, for one thing, is elections are about addition and not subtraction," he said. "And when you only focus on your base, you only focus on the people who are cheerleading you or pat you on the back every time you say something  or comment on Facebook, you're not going to grow your coalition." In his victory speech after the election, Boschee made reference to a recent Facebook post made by Fargo-area Rep. Desiree Morton, objecting to volunteers of Somali heritage volunteering to help the campaigns of Republican U.S. Rep. Julie Fedorchak and local legislative candidates. He told us he thought it was something important to highlight. "20% of Fargo are people of color. A good number of them are folks who come from other parts of the world," he said. "I've stood up to my legislative colleagues when they've said inappropriate things about other North Dotans, and that's not going to change in the mayor's office." Also on this episode, co-host Chad Oban and I discussed the similarities between Boschee and Gov. Kelly Armstrong, despite their obvious ideological differences, as well as the decline of North Dakota's populist movement. If you want to participate in Plain Talk, just give us a call or text at 701-587-3141. It's super easy — leave your message, tell us your name and where you're from, and we might feature it on an upcoming episode. To subscribe to Plain Talk, search for the show wherever you get your podcasts or use one of the links below. Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube | Pocket Casts | Episode Archive

On today's Midday Report with host Terry Haines:The Alaska Division of Elections says retired teacher Dan Sullivan of Petersburg is not eligible to run against Republican U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan. Interior Alaska has seen milder fire weather activity so far, but the region isn't off the hook yet. Plus Davis Hovey talks with House candidate Matt Schultz.Photo: Bear Creek Fire from Park Highway on June 21, 2025. (Wikipedia)

Greg Bluestein examines the high-stakes Republican U.S. Senate runoff between Mike Collins and Derek Dooley, arguing that the race has become a broader test of the future direction of Georgia's GOP. He breaks down the competing visions driving the campaign, the key voter blocs that could decide the outcome, and what the runoff could reveal about the balance of power between Brian Kemp's coalition-building approach and Donald Trump's influence over Republican primary voters. Greg also looks at Democratic runoff battles, the emerging fight over Georgia's gas tax and rising fuel prices, and why Congressman Brian Jack is working to build the next generation of Georgia Republican leaders. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We'll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at PoliticallyGeorgia@ajc.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeffrey Epstein's rise, protection, and long run of abuse cannot be honestly framed as a partisan scandal. He cultivated relationships across the political spectrum—courting Democrats and Republicans, donating to candidates, socializing with presidents and princes, embedding himself in elite universities, financial institutions, and think tanks. His 2008 non-prosecution agreement in Florida was negotiated under a Republican U.S. attorney, but later federal oversight failures, intelligence lapses, and regulatory blind spots spanned multiple administrations. He moved easily between Wall Street, academia, philanthropy, and politics, exploiting a culture in which wealth and access often buy insulation. The machinery that allowed him to operate—deferred prosecution deals, sealed records, lax oversight in federal detention, and elite deference—was not owned by one party. It was enabled by a system that too often prioritizes influence, reputation management, and institutional self-protection over transparency and accountability.Reducing Epstein to a left-versus-right talking point obscures the broader failure: a bipartisan ecosystem of power that tolerated, minimized, or ignored red flags because he was useful, connected, or financially valuable. Figures from both sides distanced themselves only after public exposure forced their hand. The revolving doors between government, finance, and academia, along with opaque plea negotiations and limited victim notification, reveal structural weaknesses that transcend party labels. When scrutiny becomes selective—weaponized against political opponents while allies receive softer treatment—it reinforces the very dynamics that allowed Epstein to thrive. Accountability, if it is to mean anything, must confront institutional incentives, prosecutorial discretion, and elite gatekeeping across administrations. The scandal endures not because it belongs to one ideology, but because it exposed a system in which power protected power.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Epstein was invited to gatherings with a dozen members of Congress years after his initial arrest, documents reveal | The IndependentBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

In hour 3, Mark is joined by Bill King, a Research Fellow at Rice University's Baker Institute, a former businessman, lawyer, opinion columnist and editorial board member at the House Chronicle and the author of "Unapologetically Moderate". He shares his thoughts on today's Republican U.S. Senate runoff between the incumbent John Cornyn and the Trump-backed challenger, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton. He's later joined by George Rosenthal, a Co-Owner of Throttlenet for Tech Talk Tuesday. They discuss multiple topics including what your data is really worth, the Pope's new encyclical on AI, the Princeton Cheat AI epidemic and more. They wrap up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.

In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark recaps his trip to Las Vegas. He is then joined by Sean Spicer, the Host of The Sean Spicer Show. Spicer discusses the latest on the Texas runoff election, the latest in Iran, and he previews his new book, "Trump 2.9". Mark is later joined by Jacob Olidort, a Chief Research Officer and Director of American Security at the America First Policy Institute. They discuss the latest in what President Trump is calling "very promising talks" with Iran. In hour 2, Mark recaps the "No Doubt" concert that he saw at The Sphere in Las Vegas. Sue then hosts, "Sue's News" where she discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day and more. Mark is then joined by April Bleske-Rechek, a Professor of Psychology at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. They discuss her recent piece in The City Journal titled, "The 'Pipeline' Problem That Medical Schools Don't Want to Discuss". He's later joined by KSDK Sports Director Frank Cusumano. He discusses the notable Cardinals debuts of Brycen Mautz and Bryan Torres from over the weekend, the notable Indy 500 race and remembering of NASCAR Driver Kyle Busch, St Louis City winning again and more. In hour 3, Mark is joined by Bill King, a Research Fellow at Rice University's Baker Institute, a former businessman, lawyer, opinion columnist and editorial board member at the House Chronicle and the author of "Unapologetically Moderate". He shares his thoughts on today's Republican U.S. Senate runoff between the incumbent John Cornyn and the Trump-backed challenger, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton. He's later joined by George Rosenthal, a Co-Owner of Throttlenet for Tech Talk Tuesday. They discuss multiple topics including what your data is really worth, the Pope's new encyclical on AI, the Princeton Cheat AI epidemic and more. They wrap up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.

In this segment, Mark is joined by Bill King, a Research Fellow at Rice University's Baker Institute, a former businessman, lawyer, opinion columnist and editorial board member at the House Chronicle and the author of "Unapologetically Moderate". He shares his thoughts on today's Republican U.S. Senate runoff between the incumbent John Cornyn and the Trump-backed challenger, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton.

US Congressman Keith Self (R-TX) joins Hearts of Oak. A retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel and former Green Beret, Self served 25 years in the military before becoming Collin County Judge in Texas for 12 years. Now representing Texas's 3rd Congressional District, he discusses his background and key concerns including the national debt, deficit spending, and U.S. credibility abroad. Self also details the formation of the Sharia Free America Caucus, which he co-founded with Rep. Chip Roy, its current membership, and efforts to address related issues at the federal and state levels. The conversation covers education of colleagues and the public, the importance of local and state action, and the role of community leaders. Congressman Keith Self is the Republican U.S. Representative for Texas's 3rd Congressional District, which includes Plano and McKinney. A retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel and former Green Beret, he served 25 years on active duty, including assignments with the 82nd Airborne Division, Special Forces, the Pentagon, NATO headquarters, U.S. European Command, and the U.S. Embassy in Cairo. Prior to Congress, Self served three terms as Collin County Judge, the chief executive officer of one of the nation's fastest-growing counties. He is a co-founder of the Sharia Free America Caucus and serves on the House Foreign Affairs Committee. Connect with Keith... X                                @RepKeithSelf  https://x.com/RepKeithSelf WEBSITE                   https://keithself.house.gov/     Connect with Hearts of Oak...

Republican U.S. Senate candidates Andy Barr and Daniel Cameron make last‑minute campaign stops across Kentucky as the primary approaches, Louisville city leaders detail plans for nearly $1 billion in new state funding, a longtime member of the Kentucky General Assembly passes away, and a Laurel County neighborhood devastated by last year's deadly tornado continues its path toward recovery.

Greg Bluestein hosts with Patricia Murphy for a look at two major Republican debates in the Atlanta Press Club Loudermilk-Young Debate Series. They break down the sharp exchanges between Burt Jones and Rick Jackson in the governor's race, including attacks over immigration, campaign money and allegations tied to Jones' use of power. Greg and Patricia also examine the Republican U.S. Senate debate, where Buddy Carter and Mike Collins clashed over an ethics complaint while Derek Dooley tried to position himself as an outsider alternative. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We'll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at PoliticallyGeorgia@ajc.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sandy Spidel Neumann retired after a 40-year career in financial services, then moved to fulfill a lifelong dream of being a U.S. Senator. As a Democratic candidate trying to unseat Republican U.S. Sen. Roger Marshall, she is pushing for strategic solutions that focus on data and gathering diverse opinions.

Election integrity warrior, Army veteran, and Republican U.S. Senate candidate for Florida Chris Gleason (@immutablechrist) is sounding the alarm on a full-scale Chinese Communist Party (CCP) influence operation infiltrating Sunshine State politics at every level. In explosive recent posts, Gleason exposes how CCP-linked shell corporations — including money funneled through iGas USA and tied to Chinese state-owned entities like Zhejiang Juhua — have laundered millions into Florida campaigns and committees via sophisticated "smurfing" networks using ActBlue, WinRed, Democracy Engine, and more.His forensic analysis shows both leading 2026 Florida Senate contenders compromised: Attorney General Ashley Moody receiving criminally laundered CCP and corporate cash, and Alex Vindman taking CCP and Soros-linked funds. Gleason doesn't mince words — he calls it straight-up treason, declaring neither is fit for public office. From voting machines with CCP-compromised components to full infiltration of the Republican Party of Florida (RPOF), Gleason lays out the evidence that has already prompted FEC complaints, sworn statements to FDLE investigators, and national attention.As the data expert who built the “Smurf Hunter” tools exposing massive money laundering operations — triggering responses from Sen. Marco Rubio, Texas AG Ken Paxton, and even a Presidential Memorandum — Gleason is now running for U.S. Senate to take the fight from the outside straight into the Capitol and finish the job of cleaning house. This isn't politics as usual. This is foreign ownership of American government.Tune in as we break down the charts, the money trail, the bipartisan betrayal, and why Chris Gleason believes common sense demands we stop treating CCP-controlled donations as “American values.”This is Steel News where truth survives pressure.Guest / Focus: Chris Gleason, Candidate for U.S. Senate, Florida 2026 https://x.com/immutablechristFollow: ANN VANDERSTEEL https://AnnVandersteel.comOn Pickax - https://pickax.com/annvandersteel

Katy Tyndell is among Democrats hoping for the chance to unseat Republican U.S. Rep. Ron Estes, who has held the 4th District since 2017. She talks about her background as an attorney in Washington, D.C., her work with Leading Kansas, a civic engagement nonprofit she cofounded last year, and her views on various issues facing Congress.

During this final week before Primary Day in Illinois, Republican candidates are making their final pitches to voters for who is best to replace veteran U.S. Senator Dick Durbin. In The Loop checks in with three candidates in the GOP race: Chicago lawyer Jeanne Evans, entrepreneur Casey Chlebek and former chairman of the Illinois Republican party Don Tracy. For a full archive of In the Loop interviews, head over to wbez.org/intheloop.

President Donald Trump announced Thursday that he's replacing Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem with a Republican U.S. senator from Oklahoma.Trump revealed his decision in a post on Truth Social, saying Sen. Markwayne Mullin will take over on March 31.“The current Secretary, Kristi Noem, who has served us well, and has had numerous and spectacular results (especially on the Border!), will be moving to be Special Envoy for The Shield of the Americas, our new Security Initiative in the Western Hemisphere we are announcing on Saturday in Doral, Florida. I thank Kristi for her service at ‘Homeland,'” Trump wrote.The president's announcement comes two days after Noem faced a grilling on Capitol Hill from both GOP members and Democrats. During that hearing, Noem defended DHS's immigration enforcement tactics and pushed back against criticism from Democrats who say she wrongly disparaged Renee Good and Alex Pretti after they were killed by federal agents in Minneapolis.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: Full Texas Primary Elections review. Runoffs abound, a few upsets transpired, and now President Trump thinks it is his job to pick one of the Republican U.S. Senate runoff candidates (Cornyn or Paxton) and do away with our votes in the primary runoff to select our own nominee!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.Democrats once again, like with Voter ID, essentially say a large amount of their base is too ignorant to know how and where to vote. The Texas Supreme Court put a stay on their little trick.James Talarico takes down firebrand Rep. Jasmine Crockett in bitter Democrat Texas Senate primary.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

Airstrikes against Iran were effective in the early days of the mission. But there's more to do – both offensively and defensively – if the U.S. hopes to crack Iran's regime. Also: today's stories, including what's at stake for global oil prices as the Iran conflict escalates; a look at a hardball battle for the Republican U.S. Senate nomination in Texas; and how Mexico's diplomatic support to Cuba has long boosted the communist island. Join the Monitor's Kurt Shillinger for today's news.

Join Jim and Greg for the Tuesday 3 Martini Lunch as they discuss California Gov. Gavin Newsom's pathetic response to being accurately called "historically illiterate," growing speculation about a possible Supreme Court vacancy, and a new clash among Stephen Colbert, CBS, and federal regulators over election law.First, they dissect Gavin Newsom's controversial comments in Germany comparing ICE to the Gestapo or the Stasi, along with his claim that President Trump was the first commander-in-chief to deploy the National Guard and active-duty military inside the United States. After Texas Sen. Ted Cruz labeled Newsom “historically illiterate,” Newsom fired back by accusing Cruz of mocking his dyslexia. Jim and Greg explain why Newsom is wrong on all counts.Next, they examine rumors that Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito may be considering retirement this year. While much of the speculation appears thin, Jim and Greg outline one practical reason why Alito could decide this is the right moment to step down from the high court.Then, they dive into the dispute involving Stephen Colbert, CBS, and the FCC over Colbert's planned interview with Texas Democrat James Talarico just weeks before the Texas U.S. Senate primary. CBS and the FCC say equal time applies in this situation, meaning Colbert needed to offer an interview to Democrat Jasmine Crockett and possible the Republican U.S. Senate candidates.Finally, they reflect on the passing of the Rev. Jesse Jackson.Please visit our great sponsors:Help protect your family with life insurance through Ethos. Visit https://ETHOS.com/3ML to get your instant, free quote.  Every missed call is a missed opportunity. Capture every lead with QUO. Start today and save 20% on your first 6 months: https://Quo.com/3MLFind your way forward with BetterHelp when you sign up at https://www.BetterHelp.com/3ML to get 10% off your first month.New episodes every weekday.