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The Bulwark Podcast
S2 Ep1055: Bill Kristol: The Grotesqueness of It All

The Bulwark Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 55:42


Mike Johnson and Russ Vought outright lied on camera about the proposed Medicaid cuts and the impact they would have on millions of Americans. Marco Rubio lied about the children who are dying because of USAID cuts. And Joni Ernst is reimagining Christianity to be about Jesus teaching his followers not to care about the sick and the poor because they're going to die anyway. And through it all, Peter Thiel is doing everything in his power not to die—or even age. But one saving grace is that Ukraine kicked some Russian ass this weekend. Bill Kristol joins Tim Miller.

State of the Union with Jake Tapper
Interviews with White House Budget Director Russ Vought; House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries; Senator Chris Murphy

State of the Union with Jake Tapper

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 47:03


On CNN's State of the Union, Dana Bash sits down for an exclusive interview with the man seen as the architect behind President Trump's scorched-earth effort to upend the federal government, White House Budget Director Russ Vought. Then, House Democratic Leader Rep. Hakeem Jeffries joins Dana to detail his party's plan to counter Trump's agenda, as well as respond to a new CNN poll showing Americans frustration with the Democratic Party. Next, Democratic Sen. Chris Murphy pushes back against Republican messaging around President Trump's massive spending and tax cut bill. Finally, Democratic Rep. Debbie Dingell, CNN Senior Political Commentator Scott Jennings, and CNN Political Commentators Jamal Simmons and Shermichael Singleton weigh in on Elon Musk's exit from the Trump administration, as well as early 2028 moves by Democrats. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Federal Drive with Tom Temin
Results of the first review initiates battle over budget rules

Federal Drive with Tom Temin

Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 10:47


During the confirmation hearings of the Office of Management and Budget Director and Deputy Director for budget earlier this year, lawmakers pressed Russ Vought and Dan Bishop about whether they would comply with the Impoundment Control Act. The budget rules of the road require congressional approval if OMB decides not to spend money appropriated in law, while both Vought and Bishop promised to comply with the law. A new decision by the Government Accountability Office casts further doubt on whether OMB will follow the 1974 impoundment Control Act. For more on GAO's recent decision, Federal News Networks Executive Editor Jason Miller joins me.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Straight White American Jesus
The Project: Unknown Ways Project 2025 is Destroying America

Straight White American Jesus

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 38:43


Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/ Brad dives into the controversial Project 2025 with David Andrew Graham, a staff writer at The Atlantic. Graham discusses the origins, key figures, and goals of Project 2025, highlighting how the project aims to expand executive power and reshape America according to conservative ideals. Key individuals involved include Kevin Roberts, Russ Vought, and Paul Dans. The discussion also explores the interplay between religious convictions and political strategies, and the broader implications for American democracy. Linktree: https://linktr.ee/StraightWhiteJC Order Brad's book: https://bookshop.org/a/95982/9781506482163 Check out BetterHelp and use my code SWA for a great deal: www.betterhelp.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bannon's War Room
Episode 4505: Hostage Situation In The FBI; Exclusive With Russ Vought

Bannon's War Room

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025


Episode 4505: Hostage Situation In The FBI; Exclusive With Russ Vought

Epic Real Estate Investing
They FEARED Musk... But This Man Is the Real Threat Behind DOGE | 1488

Epic Real Estate Investing

Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 22:10


This episode explores the dramatic changes in the US government following Elon Musk's departure and the appointment of Russ Vought. It delves into Vought's strategic moves to overhaul federal operations, emphasizing Schedule F, budget cuts, and policy reforms aimed at streamlining the government. Matt discusses the controversy surrounding these changes, their legal challenges, and the broader implications for government employees and services. He questions the balance between necessary reform and the potential for disruption, urging listeners to consider how much control the government should have over their lives. BUT BEFORE THAT, hear some news on a dollar reset date! About that thing we are doing in Vegas: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WCsH9-05vQzgZf9MAGBpUahyTqBcu9VgVqQ8pcACMT8/edit?tab=t.0 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Matt Locke Show
Are you an American Chauvinist?

The Matt Locke Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 42:47


America has accepted gifts throughout it's existence but now Democrats are throwing a fit over an airplane being gifted to the DOD. It turns out even more of Joe Biden's jobs creation numbers were fake. Who's going to jail over that? Trump names Russ Vought to replace Elon Musk as DOGE Director. Supreme Court Judge Sonia Sotomayor plays the partisan card calling for lawyers to fight against the Trump administration. 

The Glenn Beck Program
Exclusive: White House's Russ Vought Addresses Criticism of Trump's 'Big, Beautiful Bill' | Guests: Russell Vought & Douglas Murray | 5/9/25

The Glenn Beck Program

Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 130:31


Will the papacy become Americanized? Glenn reacts to the first American pope and outlines the one thing the new pope should not do. Reporting from Rome, John-Henry Westen expressed concern about Pope Leo XIV. Office of Management and Budget Director Russell Vought joins Glenn to break down the House's push for a "big, beautiful bill." Vought also addresses some of the criticism this bill has been getting. A Massachusetts man brought Molotov cocktails and knives to the Capitol with plans to kill Cabinet members, but the mainstream media shrugged it off as misunderstood "activism." The Spectator associate editor Douglas Murray breaks down his appearance on "The Joe Rogan Experience." Glenn and Murray also discuss how our enemies are pushing an anti-American agenda and their hope that today's youngest generation will see through the propaganda. But can America's youth be expected to step up and save the country? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Law and Chaos
Ep 128 — Trump Plan Impress Judges By Perpwalking One Of Their Colleagues Backfires Bigly

Law and Chaos

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 56:22


Judges across the country are calling BS on the Trump administration's lies in court. But the government has come up with a genius plan to impress the judiciary by perpwalking a Wisconsin judge out of her own courthouse. If that doesn't work, they'll try contaminated milk. Links:   STRENGTHENING AND UNLEASHING AMERICA'S LAW ENFORCEMENT TO PURSUE CRIMINALS AND PROTECT INNOCENT CITIZENS https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/04/strengthening-and-unleashing-americas-law-enforcement-to-pursue-criminals-and-protect-innocent-citizens/   State of NY v. Department of Education [Docket via Court Listener] https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/69944116/state-of-new-york-v-department-of-education/   American Bar Association v. DOJ [Docket via Court Listener] https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/69934429/american-bar-association-v-us-department-of-justice/   NTEU v. Vought [DDC docket] https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/69624423/national-treasury-employees-union-v-vought/?   NTEU v. Vought [DC Cir docket] https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/69821739/national-treasury-employees-union-v-russell-vought/   Trump Administration Previews Genius New Legal Strategy https://www.lawandchaospod.com/p/trump-admin-previes-genius-new-legal   US v. Dugan docket (E.D. Wisc.) https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/69943130/united-states-v-dugan/   Russell W. Currier and John A. Widness, A Brief History of Milk Hygiene and Its Impact on Infant Mortality from 1875 to 1925 and Implications for Today: A Review, Journal of Food Protection (Oct. 2018) https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0362028X22087610   Could changes at the FDA call the kosher status of milk into question? Many are asking. Jerusalem Post, April 25, 2025 https://www.jpost.com/food-recipes/article-851470   Show Links: https://www.lawandchaospod.com/ BlueSky: @LawAndChaosPod Threads: @LawAndChaosPod Twitter: @LawAndChaosPod  

The Charlie Kirk Show
Defunding Harvard + NPR + PBS ft. Russ Vought

The Charlie Kirk Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 34:38


Harvard University has been told to stop discriminating on race. Their reply: We dare you to stop us. Charlie and Russ Vought explain how important it is that Trump is daring to take on Harvard, NPR, and other left-wing leviathans. Charlie reacts to the Left's increasing embrace of violence to achieve its ends. Become a member at members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com!Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Charlie Kirk Show
Defunding Harvard + NPR + PBS ft. Russ Vought

The Charlie Kirk Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 34:38


Harvard University has been told to stop discriminating on race. Their reply: We dare you to stop us. Charlie and Russ Vought explain how important it is that Trump is daring to take on Harvard, NPR, and other left-wing leviathans. Charlie reacts to the Left's increasing embrace of violence to achieve its ends. Become a member at members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com!Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Sage Steele Show
Special White House Edition | The Sage Steele Show

The Sage Steele Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 72:59


Inside the Trump White House: Faith, Fierceness & Funny Moments with Sage Steele In this powerhouse episode of our exclusive podcast series from the White House, Sage Steele sits down with five of the most influential voices in the Trump administration: Karoline Leavitt, Harrison Fields, Linda McMahon, Kaelen Dorr, and Russ Vought. What do they all have in common? A fierce work ethic, a heart for public service—and most strikingly, a deep and unapologetic faith that guides their decision-making at the highest levels of government.

The Daily Beans
Alito's Thin Baloney

The Daily Beans

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 65:59


Thursday, March 6th, 2025Today, the Supreme Court rules that the Trump administration must unfreeze foreign aid; a US district judge has blocked Trump's cuts to NIH funding; a US district judge in Maryland has issued a preliminary injunction against Trump withholding funds to hospitals that provide gender affirming care; the Merit Systems Protection Board has ordered Trump to reinstate thousands of USDA probationary employees they determined were wrongfully terminated; hundreds of pages of emails show the turmoil inside the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau after Russ Vought issued his stop work order; the VA is set to fire 83,000 people before the end of the year according to an internal document while the IRS is drafting a plan to fire 45,000 people; Trump is threatening to take away transportation funding from the District of Columbia unless the mayor paints over Black Lives Matter Plaza; Andrew and Tristan Tate are under criminal investigation; multiple lawsuits have been updated since Trump said Elon was in charge of DOGE during his the joint session address; House Speaker Mike Johnson's Chief of Staff has been arrested for DUI; and Allison and Dana deliver your Good News.Thank You Naked WinesTo get 6 bottles of wine for $39.99, head to nakedwines.com/DAILYBEANS and use code DAILYBEANS for both the code and password.Stories:OPM alters memo about probationary employees but does not order mass firings reversed | NPRFederal judge blocks drastic funding cuts to medical research | AP NewsAndrew Tate and Brother Tristan Are Under Criminal Investigation in Florida: Attorney General | Rolling StoneSupreme Court rules Trump administration must unfreeze foreign aid payments | ABC NewsJudge blocks Trump order threatening funding for institutions that provide gender-affirming care for minors -  Chloe Atkins | NBC NewsEmail trove reveals CFPB turmoil after Vought's work stoppage - KYLE CHENEY and KATY O'DONNELL | POLITICOHouse Speaker Mike Johnson's chief of staff arrested on DUI charge after Trump speech - Ted Oberg, Ryan J. Reilly, Frank Thorp V and Scott Wong | NBC News129. Untangling the Foreign Aid Ruling - by Steve VladeckGood Trouble:Local group holds 'funeral' as new library policy goes into place | WAAY31 ABCAt The Root Collective | FacebookFederal workers - feel free to email me at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you're going to do, or just vent. I'm always here to listen. Check out muellershewrote.com for my interview with a systems security expert about the massive breach at opm.gov caused by Elon MuskCheck out other MSW Media podcastsShows - MSW MediaCleanup On Aisle 45 podSubscribe for free to MuellerSheWrote on SubstackThe BreakdownFollow AG and Dana on Social MediaAllison Gill Substack|Muellershewrote, Twitter|@MuellerSheWrote, Threads|@muellershewrote, TikTok|@muellershewrote, IG|muellershewrote, BlueSky|@muellershewroteDana GoldbergTwitter|@DGComedy, IG|dgcomedy, facebook|dgcomedy, danagoldberg.com, BlueSky|@dgcomedyHave some good news; a confession; or a correction to share?https://www.dailybeanspod.com/good/From The Good Newshttps://longislandrollerrebels.orgLocal group holds 'funeral' as new library policy goes into place | WAAY31 ABCAt The Root Collective | FacebookReminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That's just one of the perks of subscribing! Check out other MSW Media podcastshttps://mswmedia.com/shows/Subscribe for free to MuellerSheWrote on Substackhttps://muellershewrote.substack.comFollow AG and Dana on Social MediaDr. Allison Gill Substack|Muellershewrote, Twitter|@MuellerSheWrote, Threads|@muellershewrote, TikTok|@muellershewrote, IG|muellershewrote, BlueSky|@muellershewroteDana GoldbergTwitter|@DGComedy, IG|dgcomedy, facebook|dgcomedy, IG|dgcomedy, danagoldberg.com, BlueSky|@dgcomedyHave some good news; a confession; or a correction to share?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/ Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?Supercasthttps://dailybeans.supercast.com/Patreon https://patreon.com/thedailybeansOr subscribe on Apple Podcasts with our affiliate linkThe Daily Beans on Apple Podcasts

Luke Ford
How Elon Musk Took Over The Federal Government (2-28-25)

Luke Ford

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2025 19:20


Steve Bannon has changed his tune on Elon Musk. He's now complimentary. Bannon is Trump's id. Along with Russ Vought, Musk "is taking the most extreme action possible." https://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/28/us/politics/musk-federal-bureaucracy-takeover.html The team is now moving faster than many of the legal efforts to stop it, making drastic changes that could be hard to unwind even if they are ultimately constrained by the courts. Mr. Musk's associates have pushed out workers, ignored civil service protections, torn up contracts and effectively shuttered an entire agency established by Congress: the U.S. Agency for International Development. A month into Mr. Trump's second term, Mr. Musk and his crew of more than 40 now have about all the passwords they could ever need. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEYmda1KQTjrhLBeWutKuGA/join https://odysee.com/@LukeFordLive, https://rumble.com/lukeford, https://dlive.tv/lukefordlivestreams Superchat: https://entropystream.live/app/lukefordlive Bitchute: https://www.bitchute.com/channel/lukeford/ Soundcloud MP3s: https://soundcloud.com/luke-ford-666431593 Code of Conduct: https://lukeford.net/blog/?p=125692 http://lukeford.net Email me: lukeisback@gmail.com or DM me on Twitter.com/lukeford, Best videos: https://lukeford.net/blog/?p=143746 Support the show | https://www.streamlabs.com/lukeford, https://patreon.com/lukeford, https://PayPal.Me/lukeisback Facebook: http://facebook.com/lukecford Book an online Alexander Technique lesson with Luke: https://alexander90210.com Feel free to clip my videos. It's nice when you link back to the original.

Capital Record
Episode 215: Good Things and Bad Examples

Capital Record

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 9:44


David wants the CFPB dismantled, and he thinks Russ Vought's philosophy at OMB about deregulation is the right one. But did Vought use a really bad example of “weaponization” this weekend, and are some bad actors bad examples for good deregulation? David unpacks this dilemma of freedom and virtuousness in a quick, needed diatribe.

Center for Baptist Leadership
Has Wheaton Gone Woke? The Russ Vought Controversy and Fallout

Center for Baptist Leadership

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 43:51


In Today's episode of the CBL Podcast, William Wolfe is joined by Eric Teetsel, CEO of Center for Renewing America and 2006 Wheaton Alum, and Daniel Davis, Washington DC Communications Strategist and 2014 Wheaton Alum, to answer a very pressing question: "Has Wheaton Gone Woke?"   #ForWheaton #WheatonCollege #RussVought #Alumni #EricTeetsel #DanielDavis   ShowNotes: https://forwheaton.org/ https://firstthings.com/god-and-man-at-wheaton/ https://americanreformer.org/2025/02/closing-the-door-to-the-classroom/   Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Context of the Discussion 03:46 Wheaton College's Recent Controversy 06:52 Reactions to Wheaton's Response 11:07 The Drift of Wheaton College 15:11 Leadership and Institutional Integrity 20:59 The Call for Change at Wheaton 25:24 Organizing for Institutional Change 31:38 The Future of Wheaton College   Eric Teetsel most recently was Vice President of Government Relations at The Heritage Foundation. Teetsel has a long track record of experience in government at the federal, state, and local levels. He was Chief of Staff to U.S. Senator Josh Hawley of Missouri where he also held the roles of Legislative Director and Special Assistant. Teetsel previously served as President of the Family Policy Alliance of Kansas, Director of Faith Outreach for the Marco Rubio presidential campaign, and Executive Director of the Manhattan Declaration for life, marriage, and religious freedom, and more. Teetsel graduated from Wheaton College and holds a master's in education from Azusa Pacific University. Originally from Kansas, he and his wife live in Virginia with their four children.   Learn more about Eric Teetsel's work: https://americarenewing.com/team/eric-teetsel/ https://x.com/ericteetsel   Daniel Davis is a Communications Strategist working in Washington D.C. He graduated from Wheaton College in 2014 and is a signatory at ForWheaton.org.    Learn more about Daniel Davis's work: https://x.com/JDaniel_Davis   ––––––   Follow Center for Baptist Leadership across Social Media: X / Twitter – https://twitter.com/BaptistLeaders Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/people/Center-For-Baptist-Leadership/61556762144277/ Rumble – https://rumble.com/c/c-6157089 YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@CenterforBaptistLeadership Website – https://centerforbaptistleadership.org/   To book William for media appearances or speaking engagements, please contact him at media@centerfor­baptistleadership.org.   Follow Us on Twitter: William Wolfe - https://twitter.com/William_E_Wolfe Richard Henry - https://twitter.com/RThenry83   Renew the SBC from within and defend the SBC from those who seek its destruction, donate today: https://centerforbaptistleadership.org/donate/   The Center for Baptist Leadership Podcast is powered by American Reformer, recorded remotely in the United States by William Wolfe, and edited by Jared Cummings.   Subscribe to the Center for Baptist Leadership Podcast: Distribute our RSS Feed – https://centerforbaptistleadership.podbean.com/ Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/center-for-baptist-leadership/id1743074575 Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/0npXohTYKWYmWLsHkalF9t Amazon Music // Audible – https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/9ababbdd-6c6b-4ab9-b21a-eed951e1e67b BoomPlay – https://www.boomplaymusic.com/podcasts/96624 TuneIn – Coming Soon iHeartRadio – https://iheart.com/podcast/170321203 Listen Notes – https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/center-for-baptist-leadership-center-for-3liUZaE_Tnq/ Pandora – Coming Soon PlayerFM – https://player.fm/series/3570081 Podchaser – https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-center-for-baptist-leaders-5696654 YouTube Podcasts – https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFMvfuzJKMICA7wi3CXvQxdNtA_lqDFV

Minimum Competence
Legal News for Tues 2/25 - Judge Blocks Musk's DGE, Trump to Appoint Sycophant Patel to ATF and ARPA Funding Community Broadband

Minimum Competence

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 5:20


This Day in Legal History: Lincoln Signs Legal Tender ActOn February 25, 1862, President Abraham Lincoln signed the Legal Tender Act into law, allowing the U.S. government to issue paper money not backed by gold or silver. These new notes, called "greenbacks" due to their color, became the first widely circulated fiat currency in American history. The Civil War had placed enormous financial strain on the Union, and the government needed a way to fund its war effort without relying solely on borrowing or taxation. By making greenbacks legal tender for all debts except customs duties, the law ensured their widespread use. However, the move was controversial, as some feared it would cause inflation and undermine public confidence in the currency. Despite this, the greenbacks helped stabilize the wartime economy and ensured that soldiers and suppliers were paid. After the war, legal battles arose over whether the government could require creditors to accept paper money instead of gold or silver. The Supreme Court initially ruled against the policy in Hepburn v. Griswold (1870) but reversed its decision in The Legal Tender Cases (1871), upholding the government's power to issue fiat currency. The Legal Tender Act set a precedent for the federal government's control over the monetary system, paving the way for modern U.S. currency.A federal judge has temporarily blocked Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DGE) from accessing sensitive data held by the U.S. Education Department and the Office of Personnel Management. The ruling, issued by Judge Deborah Boardman in Maryland, came in response to a lawsuit from labor unions arguing that granting DGE access to personal records violated the Privacy Act of 1974. The data in question includes Social Security numbers, addresses, income details, and citizenship status of federal employees and student aid recipients. The Trump administration contended that restricting DGE's access would hinder its government downsizing efforts, but the judge determined that the agency had no legitimate need for such information. The White House has not commented on the decision. Since Trump's return to office, DGE, led by Musk, has pursued aggressive cost-cutting measures, including mass layoffs. The ruling follows another court decision in New York that blocked DGE from accessing Treasury Department systems, amid multiple lawsuits challenging its authority.US judge blocks Musk's DOGE team from accessing Education Department, OPM data | ReutersPresident Donald Trump is set to appoint Kash Patel, the newly confirmed FBI director, as the acting head of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), according to a source. Patel, a staunch Trump ally, will oversee both agencies simultaneously, a move that has sparked concerns among Democrats and moderate Republicans who previously opposed his FBI nomination due to his history of targeting Trump's critics. Patel has strong backing from pro-gun groups and is expected to shift the ATF's focus away from firearm regulation. The decision aligns with Trump's campaign rhetoric criticizing the ATF for being overly aggressive toward gun owners. Attorney General Pam Bondi recently fired the agency's top legal counsel, Pamela Hicks, claiming ATF officials had unfairly targeted gun owners. Bondi has also redirected the ATF's priorities toward immigration enforcement. Patel's dual appointment is part of a broader Trump administration strategy, with multiple officials holding multiple roles, including Marco Rubio at the State Department and Russ Vought at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.Trump to name FBI chief Patel as acting ATF director, source says | ReutersFrom a great piece written by Karl Bode for Techdirt, the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) is funding affordable, community-owned broadband networks in underserved areas, challenging monopoly control by major telecom companies. In New York, Oswego County received a $26 million grant to build an open-access fiber network, allowing multiple internet providers to compete over shared infrastructure. The network's primary provider, Empire Access, is offering 500 Mbps service for $50 a month and 1 Gbps for $65, significantly undercutting industry giants like Charter and Verizon.Similarly, Minnesota's Carver County has used ARPA funds to build dark fiber infrastructure, leasing it to MetroNet in a public-private partnership. MetroNet now provides residents with gigabit fiber for $50 and 5 Gbps for $110, far cheaper than traditional providers. This strategy contrasts with other states that continue to funnel broadband subsidies to large telecoms with a history of neglecting rural and low-income areas.Some states—Vermont, Maine, California, and New York—are using federal funds to expand community-owned broadband, treating internet access as an essential utility. However, with an additional $42.5 billion in broadband grants from the 2021 infrastructure bill set to be distributed, the Trump administration and the Department of Government Efficiency (DGE) will likely attempt to redirect these funds toward corporate-backed projects instead of community-driven initiatives.ARPA Is Quietly Funding Cheap ($50-$65 A Month) Community-Owned Gigabit Fiber Access To Long Neglected Neighborhoods | Techdirt This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

The Bulwark Podcast
David Graham and Pablo Torre: Is Lil Marco a Cuban Communist Agent?

The Bulwark Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2025 59:34


If Marco Rubio was NOT playing the long game masquerading as a patriotic neocon who gets placed in the State Department to then give Russia everything it wanted, what would he be doing differently? Meanwhile, a Democratic version of the Tea Party may be brewing, the tensions between Elon and Russ Vought are likely to pop out, and a psychoanalyst needs to explain Mitch McConnell. Plus, the Saudis are getting their claws in our sports with a LIV-PGA deal and Trump's astonishingly corrupt involvement. And also -- Trump doesn't know ball. Pablo Torre and David Graham join Tim Miller. show notes David's forthcoming book, "The Project: How Project 2025 Is Reshaping America" David's newsletter on the Department of Education Pablo's podcast, "Pablo Torre Finds Out"

The Christian Optimist
News Rundown: IVF, Wheaton College, & Gen Z Men

The Christian Optimist

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2025 49:51


In this episode, Pastor Raef goes through three separate articles from this week's news and evaluates them from a Christian worldview. First, we examine President Trump's Executive Order making IVF Treatment more accessible to American families. Second, we look at the recent controversy around Wheaton College that erupted when they removed a Facebook post celebrating their alumni Russ Vought's confirmation as the Director of the Office of Management and Budget. Third we look at a surprising new statistic that shows young men from Gen Z making their way back to Church.Chapters1:17 Trump Signs Executive Order Expanding Access to IVG20:38 Wheaton College Rescinds Facebook Post Celebrating Russ Vought39:06 Gen Z Men Are Coming To Church In NumbersResourceshttps://apnews.com/article/ivf-vitro-fertilization-trump-executive-order-65972cc1b10151bf1a0d9390fe5754d9https://www.whitehouse.gov/fact-sheets/2025/02/fact-sheet-president-donald-j-trump-expands-access-to-in-vitro-fertilization-ivf/https://www.christianpost.com/news/wheaton-college-rebuked-for-removing-russ-vought-post.htmlhttps://encountertoday.com/blog/2024/10/08/gen-z-men-going-to-church-more/

Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey
Ep 1139 | Wheaton Bows to the Mob, Kanye Hails Hitler & Rick Warren Turns Lukewarm

Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 55:33


Today, we're talking about Russell Vought's confirmation as director of the Office of Management and Budget in Trump's second term after Democrats in the Senate did everything in their power to prevent his confirmation from going through. After all, according to Chuck Schumer, Vought is "Project 2025 incarnate," when really, he's just doing his job as Trump directed him. Of course, that didn't stop Wheaton College, his alma mater, from retracting its congratulatory statement after the social media backlash. We also discuss Rick Warren's most recent post about Jesus being in the political middle. And is Kanye West's latest anti-Semitic X rant evidence of spiritual attack? Buy Allie's new book, "Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion": https://a.co/d/4COtBxy --- Timecodes: (00:51) Share the Arrows tickets on sale soon! (03:37) Tulsi Gabbard confirmed (05:40) Russ Vought confirmed as OMB Director (12:55) Wheaton College removes post congratulating Vought (25:33) Wheaton's past progressive leanings  (40:04) Kanye West's X rant  (49:51) Response to Rick Warren's post ---   Today's Sponsors: EveryLife — The only premium baby brand that is unapologetically pro-life. EveryLife offers high-performing, supremely soft diapers and wipes that protect and celebrate every precious life. Head to EveryLife.com and use promo code ALLIE10 to get 10% of your first order today! Good Ranchers — Go to https://GoodRanchers.com and use code ALLIE at checkout to claim $25 off, free express shipping, and your choice of FREE ground beef, chicken, or salmon in every order for an entire year. Pre-Born — Will you help rescue babies' lives? Donate by calling #250 & say keyword 'BABY' or go to Preborn.com/ALLIE. BlazeTV — Watch episode four of ‘The Coverup: Smoking Gun' on BlazeTV, releasing Thursday. Become a subscriber at faucicoverup.com/ALLIE and use code “SMOKINGGUN” for $30 off your subscription. --- Related Episodes: Ep 1136 | Christianity Today, Be the Bridge, & the Evangelical Underbelly of USAID Funds | Guest: Megan Basham https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1136-christianity-today-be-the-bridge-the/id1359249098?i=1000689740204 Ep 945 | Churches: Beware of the 'After Party' Trojan Horse | Guest: Megan Basham https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-945-churches-beware-of-the-after-party-trojan/id1359249098?i=1000644262393 Ep 796 | Former Lesbian Activist Calls “Soft” Christians to Repentance | Guest: Rosaria Butterfield https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-796-former-lesbian-activist-calls-soft-christians/id1359249098?i=1000610921016 Ep 896 | From 'Trans Man' to Transformed by Christ | Guest: Laura Perry Smalts (Part One) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-896-from-trans-man-to-transformed-by-christ-guest/id1359249098?i=1000632613519 Ep 897 | A Detransitioner on the Lie of Trans ‘Joy' | Guest: Laura Perry Smalts (Part Two) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-897-a-detransitioner-on-the-lie-of-trans/id1359249098?i=1000632747460 ---   Buy Allie's book, You're Not Enough (& That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love: https://alliebethstuckey.com/book Relatable merchandise – use promo code 'ALLIE10' for a discount: https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Crypto News
Feb 10: CFPB Crumbles, Musk & Armstrong Cheer, and Memecoin Mania Explodes

Daily Crypto News

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 21:34


Russ Vought halts CFPB operations, earning praise from crypto leaders like Elon Musk and Brian Armstrong. Coinbase, facing 7,600 complaints, stands to benefit. Kraken lists Portnoy's JAILSTOOL memecoin, CAR's $CAR token raises scam concerns, Proton launches a Bitcoin wallet, endowments invest in crypto, and Brazil expands Bitcoin options and futures.RESOURCEShttps://www.theblock.co/post/339663/coinbase-gemini-ceos-cheer-as-consumer-financial-protection-bureau-chief-defangs-agency?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rsshttps://www.theblock.co/post/339671/kraken-lists-jailstool-memecoin-adopted-by-barstools-dave-portnoy-boosting-200-million-token?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rsshttps://www.theblock.co/post/339680/central-african-republic-launches-memecoin-as-experiment-according-to-presidents-x-account?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rsshttps://www.theblock.co/post/339709/proton-wallet-bitcoin?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rsshttps://www.coindesk.com/policy/2025/02/10/u-s-endowments-are-leaning-into-crypto-fthttps://cryptonews.com/news/brazils-b3-stock-exchange-to-launch-bitcoin-options-and-futures-for-eth-and-sol/?feed_id=11422&_unique_id=67a9eb7ccd7b0Secure your Business & Digital Life with Cyber Strategy Institute https://www.thegrowmeco.com/course/https://cyberstrategyinstitute.com/warden/https://csi-store.samcart.com/products/wardenvault-personal-managed-1device-annual?coupon=DCN_Warden WHERE TO FIND DCNhttps://substack.com/@dcndailycryptonewshttps://twitter.com/DCNDailyCrypto Trader Cobb X: @TraderCobbEMAIL USmatt@dailycryptonews.net——————————————————————***NOT FINANCIAL, LEGAL, OR TAX ADVICE! JUST OPINION! I AM NOT AN EXPERT! I DO NOT GUARANTEE A PARTICULAR OUTCOME I HAVE NO INSIDE KNOWLEDGE! YOU NEED TO DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH AND MAKE YOUR OWN DECISIONS! THIS IS JUST EDUCATION & ENTERTAINMENT! ©Copyright 2024 Matthew Aaron Podcasts LLC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Charlie Kirk Show
"Border Crossings Are Down Nearly 90%" — Breaking News with Border Czar Tom Homan

The Charlie Kirk Show

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2025 38:20


How are deportations proceeding in the first weeks of the Trump Admin, and what are the plans to get them sped up even more? Border Czar Tom Homan joins Charlie to map it all out and respond to the attacks lobbed by the left. Charlie also explains why the confirmation of Russ Vought to run OMB is quietly of Trump's most important early appointments. Watch ad-free on members.charliekirk.com!Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Majority Report with Sam Seder
2429 - Federal Workers Stand Up To Elon & Trump; MAGA's DEI Doxxing Campaign w/ Benjamin Dixon

The Majority Report with Sam Seder

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2025 66:29


It's Casual Friday! Emma speaks with Ben Dixon, host of the Benjamin Dixon Show, to discuss the week in news. First, Emma runs through updates on the confirmation of Project 2025 leader Russ Vought to the OMB, Trump's official destruction of USAID and the devastating impact it could have on US Agriculture, Trump's targeting of HHS, Pam Bondi's repeal of anti-foreign influence efforts, birthright citizenship, ICE's detainment of a DACA middle school teacher, the NCAA's transphobic policy, Mike Johnson's tax cuts for the rich, and Trump's ICC sanctions, before diving a little deeper into the Trump/Musk Administration's attempts to obscure the insane levels of their executive overreach. Ben Dixon then joins, jumping right into the need for the US public to rally behind their federal workers in the face of genuine intimidation and threats from the Trump/Musk Administration, exploring the obvious and extensive danger posed by allowing more space for Trump loyalists and obstructionists in the government alongside the necessary role they play in bolstering genuine attempts to resist this regime. After expanding on the major solidarity being shown between federal workers at this moment – including relevant unions – Dixon and Emma parse through Trump's declaration of a US-backed plan to ethnically cleanse Gaza, and Democrats' ongoing inability (or genuine lack of desire) to stand up for marginalized communities at home or abroad, wrapping up the show by reiterating his call to rally behind our federal workers. And in the Fun Half: Emma touches on the struggle from Democratic leadership and media actually to address the ongoing administrative coup, before looking to some exceptions to that trend, including Kyle Clark's coverage of recent blunders in Colorado and Texas Rep. James Talarico's tirade against the lies of “school choice.” The MR Team also watches Ben Shapiro's gleeful defence of Trump's ethnic cleansing plan for Gaza, and gets an update from the Crowder & Co. deposition, before diving deep into the long history of fascist regimes relying on rhetorics of efficiency and bureaucratic cutbacks to obscure their destruction of public welfare, plus, your IMs! Follow Ben on Twitter here: https://x.com/BenjaminPDixon Check out Ben's show on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBenjaminDixonShow/featured Follow us on TikTok here!: https://www.tiktok.com/@majorityreportfm Check us out on Twitch here!: https://www.twitch.tv/themajorityreport Find our Rumble stream here!: https://rumble.com/user/majorityreport Check out our alt YouTube channel here!: https://www.youtube.com/majorityreportlive Gift a Majority Report subscription here: https://fans.fm/majority/gift Subscribe to the ESVN YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/esvnshow Subscribe to the AMQuickie newsletter here: https://am-quickie.ghost.io/ Join the Majority Report Discord! https://majoritydiscord.com/ Get all your MR merch at our store: https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ Get the free Majority Report App!: https://majority.fm/app Go to https://JustCoffee.coop and use coupon code majority to get 10% off your purchase! Check out today's sponsors: Zippix Toothpicks: Ditch the cigarettes, ditch the vapes and get some nicotine infused toothpicks at https://ZippixToothpicks.com today. Get 10% off your first order by using the code MAJORITYREPORT at checkout. Your lungs will be glad you did. Naked Wines: To get 6 bottles of wine for $39.99, head to https://NakedWines.com/MAJORITY and use code MAJORITY for both the code AND PASSWORD.   Sunset Lake CBD: Skip the stress of shopping for your valentine and head on over to https://SunsetLakeCBD.com and use code Valentine to save 35% on edibles. This sale ends February 9th at midnight. See their site for additional terms and conditions. Beautiful Day Granola: Beautiful Day is offering Free Shipping for all Majority Report listeners when you go to https://www.beautifuldayri.org and USE code MAJORITY (all caps) at Checkout until March 7. Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattLech @BradKAlsop Check out Matt's show, Left Reckoning, on Youtube, and subscribe on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leftreckoning Check out Matt Binder's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/mattbinder Subscribe to Brandon's show The Discourse on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ExpandTheDiscourse Check out Ava Raiza's music here! https://avaraiza.bandcamp.com/ The Majority Report with Sam Seder - https://majorityreportradio.com/    

O'Connor & Company
Raymond Arroyo, Russ Vought Confirmed, Bret Baier, CNN's Salty Segment

O'Connor & Company

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2025 26:32


In the 8 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: 8:05 AM - INTERVIEW - RAYMOND ARROYO - Host of Arroyo Grande podcast, NYT Best-Selling author and a Fox News contributor, and New Orleans resident - previewed the Super Bowl coming to New Orleans this weekend. SOCIAL MEDIA: https://x.com/RaymondArroyo Senate confirms Russ Vought as Trump’s budget director despite Democrats’ stall tactics WMAL GUEST: 8:35 AM - INT ERVIEW - BRET BAIER - Anchor of Special Report on Fox News Channel – discussed his upcoming Trump interview at the Super Bowl. SOCIAL MEDIA: https://x.com/BretBaier Elon Musk Drags CNN Segment About His Teen DOGE Minion ‘Big Balls’ Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow the Show Podcasts on Apple podcasts, Audible and Spotify. Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @Jgunlock, @patricepinkfile, and @heatherhunterdc. Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Show Website: https://www.wmal.com/oconnor-company/ How to listen live weekdays from 5 to 9 AM: https://www.wmal.com/listenlive/ Episode: Friday, February 7, 2025 / 8 AM Hour See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Charlie Kirk Show
"Border Crossings Are Down Nearly 90%" — Breaking News with Border Czar Tom Homan

The Charlie Kirk Show

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2025 38:20


How are deportations proceeding in the first weeks of the Trump Admin, and what are the plans to get them sped up even more? Border Czar Tom Homan joins Charlie to map it all out and respond to the attacks lobbed by the left. Charlie also explains why the confirmation of Russ Vought to run OMB is quietly of Trump's most important early appointments. Watch ad-free on members.charliekirk.com!Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Hand
Trump Cabinet update and slammed by memes

Chris Hand

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2025 12:41


Chris talks on Trump's cabinet update for Kash Patel and Russ Vought. Also the left is reacting poorly to memes posted by one of the nominees.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Weekend
The Weekend February 1 9a: “The Executive Branch Is Not All-Powerful”

The Weekend

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2025 42:24


Trump Administration officials purge top FBI executives as Donald Trump's retribution campaign begins in full force against his perceived enemies. Plus, Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker on how Democrats can fight back against Trump's agenda of chaos. 

The Majority Report with Sam Seder
2424 - Trump's DEI Scapegoat w/ Ryan Grim

The Majority Report with Sam Seder

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2025 93:49


Happy Friday! Sam and Emma speak with Ryan Grim, reporter at and co-founder of Drop Site News, co-host of Counter Points, to round up the week in news. Sam and Emma run through updates on Elon Musk's takeover of the US Treasury, Paramount's multi-million dollar payoff to Trump, Trump's attempt to blame a recent plane crash on desegregation, Trump's impending tariffs, the confirmation hearings for RFK, Kash Patel, Tulsi Gabbard, Russ Vought, and Doug Bergum, tax cuts for the wealthy, Trump's gutting of the FBI's Cyber investigation department, and the FCC's targeting of PBS and NPR, before expanding on the Trump Administration's failures in the lead-up to, and response to the recent aviation crash outside of Reagan Airport in DC. Ryan Grim then joins, briefly touching on some of the major reporting coming out of Drop Site News over the last few months – including a major report on Israel's US of an AI-weapons system to target Hamas leadership when home with their family – before he, Sam, and Emma dive deep into the recent hostile takeover by Elon Musk at the US Treasury, with the Treasury's place signing the checks that keep our government working central to Elon's first-order goals of personal enrichment and gutting the government – with the former particularly influential for an individual who makes most of his money off of federal contracts. After expanding on the latter with the Trump Administration's ongoing campaign to “traumatize” (per OMB head Russ Vought) federal workers, and the ultimate goal of the Administration to shift into an era of corporate governance, Ryan, Sam, and Emma look to the Trump Administration's attacks on DEI and DEIA, with Ryan addressing some of his recent comments on the failure of DEI to actually address issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion beyond shielding corporations from responsibility, before wrapping up the free half by touching on the threat of Trump's impending tariffs. And in the Fun Half: First, Sam and Emma unpack the Trump Administration's predictably insane and destructive response to the recent plane crash out of DC and plead with Democratic leadership to follow Gov. Pritzker's lead and act like an actual opposition party. They also dive deep into the embarrassing lack of knowledge about Medicare and Medicaid that RFK puts on display in his confirmation hearing for HHS director and the GOP's continuing attacks on Social Security, before watching Stephen Crowder stumble through self-incrimination at his defamation deposition, plus, your calls and IMs! Follow Ryan on Twitter here: https://x.com/ryangrim Check out Drop Site here: https://www.dropsitenews.com/ Check out Counter Points here: https://www.youtube.com/@breakingpoints Donate to friend of the show Annie Fitzgerald's GoFundMe if you can: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-annie-fitzgerald-afford-lifesaving-treatment Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com: https://fans.fm/majority/join Follow us on TikTok here!: https://www.tiktok.com/@majorityreportfm Check us out on Twitch here!: https://www.twitch.tv/themajorityreport Find our Rumble stream here!: https://rumble.com/user/majorityreport Check out our alt YouTube channel here!: https://www.youtube.com/majorityreportlive Gift a Majority Report subscription here: https://fans.fm/majority/gift Subscribe to the ESVN YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/esvnshow Subscribe to the AMQuickie newsletter here: https://am-quickie.ghost.io/ Join the Majority Report Discord! https://majoritydiscord.com/ Get all your MR merch at our store: https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ Get the free Majority Report App!: https://majority.fm/app Go to https://JustCoffee.coop and use coupon code majority to get 10% off your purchase! Check out today's sponsors: Liquid IV: Embrace your ritual with extraordinary hydration from Liquid I.V. Get 20% off your first order of Liquid I.V. when you go to https://LiquidIV.com and use code MAJORITYREP at checkout. That's 20% off your first order when you shop better hydration today using promo code MAJORITYREP at https://LiquidIV.com. Select Quote: Get the RIGHT life insurance for YOU, for LESS, at https://SelectQuote.com/MAJORITY. That's https://SelectQuote.com/MAJORITY. Sunset Lake CBD: Sunsetlakecbd is a majority employee owned farm in Vermont, producing 100% pesticide free CBD products. Use code Leftisbest and get 20% off at http://www.sunsetlakecbd.com. Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattLech @BradKAlsop Check out Matt's show, Left Reckoning, on Youtube, and subscribe on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leftreckoning Check out Matt Binder's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/mattbinder Subscribe to Brandon's show The Discourse on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ExpandTheDiscourse Check out Ava Raiza's music here! https://avaraiza.bandcamp.com/ The Majority Report with Sam Seder - https://majorityreportradio.com/

Democracy Now! Audio
Democracy Now! 2025-01-30 Thursday

Democracy Now! Audio

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2025 59:00


Headlines for January 30, 2025; “He Cannot Be Trusted”: Sen. Ron Wyden Says HHS Nominee RFK Jr. Can’t Hide His Anti-Vax History; Medicaid Under Attack: Wyden on Funding Freeze Fiasco & Project 2025’s Russ Vought, Trump’s OMB Pick; Deadly D.C. Plane Crash Comes Months After Congress Ignored Warning About Traffic at Reagan Airport; Netanyahu to Meet Trump in D.C. as Israel Escalates War on West Bank Amid Gaza Ceasefire

KPFA - Democracy Now
Democracy Now 6am – January 30, 2025

KPFA - Democracy Now

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2025 59:58


On today's show: “He Cannot Be Trusted”: Senator Ron Wyden Says Health & Human Services Nominee RFK Jr. Can't Hide His Anti-Vax History Medicaid Under Attack: Wyden on Funding Freeze Fiasco and Project 2025's Russ Vought, Trump's OMB Pick Deadly D.C. Plane Crash Comes Months After Congress Ignored Warning About Traffic at Reagan Airport Netanyahu to Meet Trump in D.C., as Israel Escalates War on West Bank Amid Gaza Ceasefire   The post Democracy Now 6am – January 30, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

The Bulwark Podcast
Chris Hayes and Alex Kantrowitz: Trying To Break the Whole Thing

The Bulwark Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2025 69:47


The directives putting a pause on federal grants and the firing of career DOJ prosecutors is about trying to make the entirety of the federal government the tool of the man occupying the presidency. And it's all illegal and unconstitutional. Meanwhile, Trump is exactly the kind of broken sociopath who can dominate the war for attention—the defining resource of our time. Plus, a rundown on DeepSeek, the new Chinese AI model, and why Bitcoin fans aren't more angry about the worthless, scammy Trump and Melania coins.  Chris Hayes and Alex Kantrowitz join Tim Miller. show notes Chris's new book, “The Siren's Call: How Attention Became the World's Most Endangered Resource." Undercover video of Russ Vought on Project 2025, from August 2024 Alex's "Big Technology" on Substack Alex's "Big Technology" podcast

The Majority Report with Sam Seder
2419 - Administrative State Destruction, Broligarchs, & The Way Forward w/ Krystal Ball

The Majority Report with Sam Seder

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2025 177:55


It's Casual Friday! Sam and Emma speak with Krystal Ball, co-host of Krystal, Kyle, & Friends and Breaking Points, to round up the week in news. First, Sam and Emma run through updates on Trump's assault on civil servants, his attempt to overturn birthright citizenship, the arrival of federal troops to the southern border, Trump's dangerous empowerment of ICE, the likely confirmation of Pete Hegseth, more Trump pardons, Meta's anti-abortion actions, Mike Johnson's request of Casey Hutchinson, and Trump's halting of police reform agreements, before expanding on the role of Trump's “Schedule F” attack on civil servants, and watching Jeff Merkley come right at Russ Vought for his desire to trap sick people in poverty. Krystal Ball then joins, diving right into Trump's clear and active effort to exercise his plan of maximalist lawlessness, with blanket pardons to violent January 6th rioters, blatantly unconstitutional acts like overturning birthright citizenship, and the launching of a shady cryptocurrency to hide backroom dealings. Expanding on this, Ball explores the particular role the Big Tech oligarchy plays in backing the Trump regime, with mass amounts of wealth stored in and funding the world of AI and cryptocurrency – two institutions whose primary uses are in bolstering and protecting exploitation – and why this political move by the industry is a necessity in an era where they are becoming more and more representative of the massive, unproductive hoards of wealth tied up among elite capitalists. After tackling the particular role the Democratic Party played in making this era of Big Money and Big Tech a bipartisan one, and how that, alongside the corporate capture of the media, has created an environment with utterly weakened opposition to fascism – with Dems having capitulated to the Trump worldview in the hopes of bringing about a kinder, gentler fascism –  wrapping up with the need to stay clear about the anti-fascist and anti-oligarchy messaging, and the environmental, social, and economic impacts they create. Sam and Emma also touch on Trump's recent actions to overturn the federal pledge to not discriminate in federal contracts, and the snitch-order sent out over federal DEI practices. And in the Fun Half: Sam and Emma unpack the immediate impact of Trump's severe mass criminalization and threat of deportation of undocumented migrants, with farmers in the citrus and dairy industries seeing their workforce disappear overnight, before talking with Kieth from Chicago about Trump's NIH shutdown and the collective nature of science, and exploring Trump's crackdown on the administrative state with the perspective of USDA worker Leo from CA. Elon sycophants Ben Shapiro and PBD jump to his defense over the “did a literal Sieg Heil at the inauguration” allegations, and the MR Team reflects on videos from the Aldaghma family in the wake of a tentative ceasefire in Gaza, plus, your calls and IMs! Follow Krystal on Twitter here: https://x.com/krystalball Check out Krystal, Kyle & Friends: https://krystalkyleandfriends.substack.com/ Check out Breaking Points here: https://www.youtube.com/c/breakingpoints Donate to the Gaza Bakery here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/gaza-bakery-feeding-displaced-families Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com: https://fans.fm/majority/join Follow us on TikTok here!: https://www.tiktok.com/@majorityreportfm Check us out on Twitch here!: https://www.twitch.tv/themajorityreport Find our Rumble stream here!: https://rumble.com/user/majorityreport Check out our alt YouTube channel here!: https://www.youtube.com/majorityreportlive Gift a Majority Report subscription here: https://fans.fm/majority/gift Subscribe to the ESVN YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/esvnshow Subscribe to the AMQuickie newsletter here: https://am-quickie.ghost.io/ Join the Majority Report Discord! https://majoritydiscord.com/ Get all your MR merch at our store: https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ Get the free Majority Report App!: https://majority.fm/app Go to https://JustCoffee.coop and use coupon code majority to get 10% off your purchase! Check out today's sponsors: Ritual: Essential for Men is a quality multivitamin from a company you can actually trust. Get 25% off your first month for a limited time at https://ritual.com/MAJORITY. That's https://ritual.com/MAJORITY for 25% off your first month. Sunset Lake CBD: Head on over to https://SunsetLakeCBD.com and use code Tincture to save 35% on tinctures. See their site for terms and conditions. Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattLech @BradKAlsop Check out Matt's show, Left Reckoning, on Youtube, and subscribe on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leftreckoning Check out Matt Binder's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/mattbinder Subscribe to Brandon's show The Discourse on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ExpandTheDiscourse Check out Ava Raiza's music here! https://avaraiza.bandcamp.com/ The Majority Report with Sam Seder - https://majorityreportradio.com/

The Weekend
The Weekend January 18 8a: Icy Reception

The Weekend

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2025 41:22


Frigid weather forces Donald Trump's inauguration indoors while his picks for top cabinet posts get their own icy reception from Democrats on Capitol Hill. Plus, the hosts discuss the impending ban on TikTok as the app says it will go dark without “definitive” assurances. 

Pat Gray Unleashed
Farewell to the Gaslighter in Chief | 1/16/25

Pat Gray Unleashed

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2025 100:44


Ceasefire and hostage deal between Israel and Hamas hits a snag. Joe Biden gaslights America one last time in his farewell address before he leaves office. More confirmation hearings. Attorney general hopeful Pam Bondi destroys Democrat senators. Secretary of state hopeful Marco Rubio is strong in his hearing. PatHeads own the word "throft" now! Is California going to turn red in the wake of the wildfire mismanagement? Dallas Cowboys' new coach search continues. Explosives found in a Chicago apartment ... what was planned? Get ready for the ERS … the External Revenue Service. Will Trump ride to Puerto Rico's rescue? Caitlin Clark's stalker is one weird guy. Trump's former attorney is begging for a presidential pardon. Kamala Harris and Jill Biden hung out last night?! 00:00 Pat Gray UNLEASHED 01:01 Ceasefire between Israel & Hamas 03:58 Joe Biden's Farewell Speech 15:46 Pam Bondi's Opening Statement 17:51 Pam Bondi vs. Adam Schiff 20:47 Pam Bondi vs. Alex Padilla 23:09 Pam Bondi vs. Sheldon Whitehouse 25:21 Pam Bondi vs. Richard Blumenthal 26:02 Pam Bondi vs. Mazie Hirono 28:26 Marco Rubio Explains Trump's Directives 34:13 Marco Rubio Explains China 36:16 Marco Rubio talks Liberal World Order 42:46 Russ Vought sets Gary Peters Straight 45:01 Red Dye 3 Banned in America 50:00 English Lesson for Kris Cruz 53:34 Klaus Schwab Warning about Climate Change 57:59 California Going Red? 1:04:15 Dallas Cowboys Head Coach  1:06:21 Suspicious Items Found in Chicago 1:10:05 Trump Talks about the ERS 1:12:02 Venezuela Wants to Attack Puerto Rico 1:17:36 Caitlin Clark Stalker 1:20:15 Michael Cohen Begs Biden for a Pardon 1:28:30 Trump Inauguration Performance 1:32:27 No More Joe & Jill Biden 1:35:18 Hunter Biden's Paintings Lost Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Alan Sanders Show
Biden's out-of-touch farewell, who really got the deal done, Bondi v Schiff, Bessent, Vought, telework, massive fine and reject woke

The Alan Sanders Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2025 98:00


Today's show opens with some of the line from last night's farewell from President Biden. Talk about spreading lies, suffering from projection and out-and-out gaslighting. Former White House Press Secretary Dana Perino said it sounded like it was written by ChatGPT. Victor Davis Hanson also mocked the notion that Trump was bringing in an Oligarchy. As to the Hamas ceasefire and hostage release, Biden desperately wants to take credit. Unfortunately for him and current White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre, everyone knows it was Trump's involvement that sealed the deal. Then we get into more confirmation hearings. I had to bring a few more back and forth comments between Pam Bondi and Sen. Adam “Lying Piece of” Schiff. We then look at Steve Bessent for Secretary of the Treasury and Russ Vought for Office of Management and Budget. In a separate committee hearing on the House side, Rep. Clay Higgins made a point that teleworking doesn't work. While talking about the Social Security Administration, he shows the room he has been on hold for nearly 90 minutes. The non-profit founded by former Georgia gubernatorial candidate, Stacey Abrams, will play a record $300,000 fine for violating state campaign finance laws. Yet another example of the projection evident on the Left. Finally, we close with a commentary over the Left in the Legislative branch from Rep. Brandon Gill (R-TX). His observations into their hypocrisy and their duplicity help us end today's show. Please take a moment to rate and review the show and then share the episode on social media. You can find me on Facebook, X, Instagram, GETTR and TRUTH Social by searching for The Alan Sanders Show. And, consider becoming a sponsor of the show by visiting my Patreon page!!

The Bulwark Podcast
Michael Weiss and Thomas Zimmer: Competent and Radical

The Bulwark Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2024 69:05


Russ Vought, Trump's nominee to run the Office of Management and Budget—and a Project 2025 author—believes we are living in a post-constitutional America and that any check on Trump's power would be illegitimate. And what's really scary is that Vought knows how the government works. Meanwhile, jihadi technocrats effortlessly took over Syria's second-largest city because Assad's protectors—Russia and Iran—are a bit distracted. Plus, Ukraine prepares for Trump.  Michael Weiss and Georgetown's Thomas Zimmer join Tim Miller. show notes Zimmer's piece on Russ Vought Michael's piece on the fall of Aleppo Cathy Young's latest regarding Russia's war on Ukraine

The MeidasTouch Podcast
Trump TRANSITION DISASTER Accelerates FASTER

The MeidasTouch Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2024 68:52


On this episode of the MeidasTouch Podcast: Trump advisors are at war with each other as some leak to CNN about investigating Boris Epshteyn, who is threatening lawsuits in response. Trump taps Russ Vought to lead the Office of Management and Budget, while egg prices are expected to skyrocket in 2025 due to the Avian Flu H5N1 outbreak. Meanwhile, the GOP downplays allegations against Pete Hegseth as "flirting," and farmers push for exemptions to protect migrant workers from deportation. In legal news, Jack Smith has dismissed the January 6 federal case against Donald Trump. Ben, Brett and Jordy break it all down! Subscribe to Meidas+ at https://meidasplus.com Subscribe to Adam Mockler on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@adammockler Deals from our sponsors!  Netsuite: Do you know your own numbers for your business? Download NetSuite's ultimate KPI checklist right now at https://netsuite.com/meidas Fum: Head to https://TryFum.com/meidas and use code MEIDAS to get a FREE GIFT with the Journey Pack today! Qualia: To boost YOUR NAD+ levels up to 74%, Go to https://qualialife.com/JORDY for up to 50% off and use code JORDY at checkout for an additional 15% off. ZBiotics: Head to https://zbiotics.com/MEIDAS to get 15% off your first order when you use MEIDAS at checkout. Miracle Made: Go to https://trymiracle.com/meidas to save 40% off and use code MEIDAS to claim your free 3-piece towel set Remember to subscribe to ALL the MeidasTouch Network Podcasts: MeidasTouch: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/meidastouch-podcast Legal AF: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/legal-af MissTrial: https://meidasnews.com/tag/miss-trial The PoliticsGirl Podcast: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-politicsgirl-podcast The Influence Continuum: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-influence-continuum-with-dr-steven-hassan Mea Culpa with Michael Cohen: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/mea-culpa-with-michael-cohen The Weekend Show: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-weekend-show Burn the Boats: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/burn-the-boats Majority 54: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/majority-54 Political Beatdown: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/political-beatdown On Democracy with FP Wellman: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/on-democracy-with-fpwellman Uncovered: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/maga-uncovered Coalition of the Sane: https://meidasnews.com/tag/coalition-of-the-sane  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Bulwark Podcast
Bill Kristol: We Were Right To Be Alarmed

The Bulwark Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2024 52:50


The danger of Trump's nominees is that the main condition of employment—aside from being on Fox—is their fealty to him, and a willingness to go along with the ideological fervor of Stephen Miller, Russ Vought and JD Vance. Meanwhile, the math may not add up for Tulsi, Sarah McBride shows grace and dignity in response to Nancy Mace, and Trump goes weirdly quiet.   Bill Kristol joins Tim Miller. show notes Clip of Sarah McBride on MSNBC

3 Martini Lunch
Trump's Controversial Cabinet Picks, GOP's Tight House Majority, State Dept.'s 'Cry Sessions'

3 Martini Lunch

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2024 26:31


Join Jim and Greg on 3 Martini Lunch as they break down two bad martinis and a crazy one to kick off the week. They dig into two controversial Trump cabinet picks, a razor-thin GOP House majority, and the State Department's taxpayer-funded therapy sessions after Trump's win.First, they assess Trump's latest cabinet picks, praising Russ Vought for Office of Management and Budget and Dr. Marty Makary for the Food and Drug Administration, while expressing major concerns about Lori Chavez-DeRemer as Secretary of Labor due to her anti-Right to Work stance and Scott Bessent for Treasury, given his ties to George Soros.Next, they analyze the very narrow House Republican majority in the coming Congress, with three races still unresolved and three looming GOP vacancies. They explain why this slim margin leaves little room for defections or other unexpected setbacks over the next two years.Finally, they react to reports of the State Department hosting therapy sessions, including a "cry session," for employees struggling to cope with Trump's victory—on the taxpayers' dime. Jim calls for lefties to gain a little perspective on dealing with election results, while Greg suggests clearing out partisan bureaucrats in supposedly neutral roles.Please visit our great sponsors:Omahahttps://omahasteaks.comVisit OmahaSteaks.com and save 50% sitewide plus get an extra $30 off with promo code 3ML and a $30 reward card when you shop early.  Minimum purchase may apply.  

The Sean Spicer Show
AMERICA APPROVES: Trump DROPS More Cabinet Picks; Liberal Media DROWNING | Ep 331

The Sean Spicer Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2024 47:05


President Trump dropped an epic cabinet list over the weekend, so many names to discuss and thankfully we have a rockstar panel on today's show to break it all down! Pam Bondi has been tapped after Matt Gaetz withdrew himself from the Attorney General nomination. Russ Vought was nominated for the second time to be director of the Office of Management and Budget. This is a crucial role and Russ is the perfect person to serve in this role. Scott Besset was nominated for Secretary of Treasury, Besset supports Trump's policy of economic deregulation, increasing domestic energy and tax cuts. Scott Turner is a former NFL cornerback who ran the White House Opportunity and Revitalization Council has been tapped to lead the Department of Housing and Development. So many more nominees to discuss, a new CBS poll shows that 80% of Trump voters support RFK Jr. as Secretary of Health and Human Services. Our panel is split on RFK and you have to hear what they have to say! The CBS poll also reveals that 59% of people support Trump's transition team and 57% of people now support mass deportation of illegal immigrants. We unpack all the downstream issues that illegal immigration causes including crime, housing and jobs. Finally, will Elon buy MSNBC and can these drowning liberal outlets like WAPO and the LA Times save themselves? Featuring: Amber Duke Host | The Hill Rising Editor | The Spectator https://www.youtube.com/c/thehill/featured Sara Gonzales  @saragonzalesunfiltered  |  @BlazeTV  https://get.blazetv.com/sara/ Tony Katz Host | Tony Katz Today Host | Tony and The Morning News | WIBC Indianapolis, Indiana https://tonykatztoday.fireside.fm/ https://wibc.com/schedule/tony-katz-morning-news/ -- Trump may never do another rally so this may be your last chance to experience it for yourself! Front Row Joes: https://frontrowjoes.movie/ -- Sponsors: Just Thrive For a limited time only you can save 20% on a 90 day bottle of Just Thrive probiotic or Just Calm psychobiotic when you head to https://justthrivehealth.com and use promo code: SPICER Wired 2 Fish Do you want to drink coffee from the finest coffee beans in the world? Wired 2 Fish sources directly from Mexico and Guatemala to bring you the freshest arabica coffee beans in the world. Wired 2 Fish cares so much about the earth that they give back 25% of their net profits to faith-based organizations and clean water initiatives. If you're a coffee lover and want to support a great company doing great work head to https://www.wired2fishcoffee.com/ use code: WECARE for 15% off your first order. Delta Rescue Visit Delta Rescue at: https://deltarescue.org/ and donate to one of the country's best, care for life, no-kill animal sanctuaries. -- Subscribe and ring the bell for new videos: https://youtube.com/seanmspicer?sub_confirmation=1 Listen to the full audio show on all platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sean-spicer-show/id1701280578 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/32od2cKHBAjhMBd9XntcUd iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-sean-spicer-show-120471641/ Become a part of The Sean Spicer Show community: https://www.seanspicer.com/ Follow The Sean Spicer Show on social media: Facebook: https://facebook.com/seanspicershow Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanspicershow Instagram: https://instagram.com/seanspicershow Stay in touch with Sean on social media: Facebook: https://facebook.com/seanmspicer Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanspicer Instagram: https://instagram.com/seanmspicer/ #politics #news #theseanspicershow #seanspicer #conservativemedia #podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Legal AF by MeidasTouch
Trump Handed MAJOR LEGAL DEFEATS in Transition

Legal AF by MeidasTouch

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2024 81:09


Ben Meiselas and Michael Popok are back for a new episode of the top-rated Legal AF podcast. On tap? 1. A close examination of how the Gaetz take down can be used to successfully kill Trump's other obscenely unfit cabinet picks, like Hegseth, Gabbard and RFK Jr.; 2. a drill down on Trump's hatchet man to slash entitlements, Russ Vought and how to limit his influence as head of the OMB; 3. Judge Merchan's decision to deny Trump's efforts to immediately "dismiss" his NY convictions and postpone sentencing until matters are fully briefed for appeal; 4. The democrats strike a deal to get another 20+ Biden judges confirmed, and so much more at the intersection of law and politics. Subscribe to the new Legal AF channel: https://youtube.com/@LegalAFMTN Subscribe to Meidas+ at https://meidasplus.com Thanks to our sponsors: Henson Shaving: Visit https://HensonShaving.com/LEGALAF to pick the razor for you and use code LEGALAF for 2 years worth of free blades! Rocket Money: Let Rocket Money reach your financial goals faster by going to https://rocketmoney.com/legalaf Fum: Head to https://TryFum.com/legalaf or scan the QR code on screen and get a FREE GIFT with the JOURNEY PACK today when you use code LEGALAF Zbiotics: Head to https://zbiotics.com/LegalAF to get 15% off your first order when you use LEGALAF at checkout. Fatty15: Get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to https://fatty15.com/LEGALAF and using code LEGALAF at checkout. Beam: Get up to 40% off for a limited time when you go to https://shopbeam.com/LEGALAF and use code LEGALAF at checkout! Remember to subscribe to ALL the MeidasTouch Network Podcasts: MeidasTouch: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/meidastouch-podcast Legal AF: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/legal-af MissTrial: https://meidasnews.com/tag/miss-trial The PoliticsGirl Podcast: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-politicsgirl-podcast The Influence Continuum: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-influence-continuum-with-dr-steven-hassan Mea Culpa with Michael Cohen: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/mea-culpa-with-michael-cohen The Weekend Show: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-weekend-show Burn the Boats: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/burn-the-boats Majority 54: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/majority-54 Political Beatdown: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/political-beatdown On Democracy with FP Wellman: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/on-democracy-with-fpwellman Uncovered: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/maga-uncovered Coalition of the Sane: https://meidasnews.com/tag/coalition-of-the-sane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rich Zeoli
Did Jaguar Just “Bud Light” Itself?

Rich Zeoli

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2024 45:16


The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 1: 3:05pm- On Thursday, former Congressman Matt Gaetz announced he is withdrawing as Donald Trump's nominee to serve as U.S. Attorney General. According to reports, Gaetz concluded he had no pathway towards confirmation after meeting with Senators earlier in the week and determining that at least four—Susan Collins, Lisa Murkowski, Mitch McConnell, and John Curtis—would not support him. Republicans will hold a 53 to 47 advantage in the Senate, consequently cabinet nominees cannot afford to lose the support of more than four Republicans. Later that day, Trump selected former Attorney General of Florida Pam Bondi to serve as Attorney General of the United States. 3:15pm- The Police Report About Pete Hegseth's Alleged Sexual Assault Vindicates Him Of Criminality. Eddie Scarry of The Federalist writes: “What you're going to hear now and in the coming days from the national media is that there are “graphic” details in a police report related to an alleged sexual assault involving Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's incoming nominee for Defense secretary. It's certainly graphic, but the media will bet you won't bother reading the report, which in reality looks really bad for the alleged victim and effectively clears Hegseth of criminality.” You can read the full article here: https://thefederalist.com/2024/11/21/the-police-report-about-pete-hegseths-alleged-sexual-assault-vindicates-him-of-criminality/ 3:30pm- Did Jaguar Just “Bud Light” Itself? In a newly released, 30-second advertisement luxury automaker Jaguar did not show a single car—but it did feature several androgynous models dressed in strange clothing. In response, many on social media called the commercial “woke.” 3:50pm- According to CBS News, Donald Trump is expected to select Russ Vought to serve as Director of the Office of Management and Budget. Vought held the position during Trump's first term.

Rich Zeoli
Biden/Harris Aren't Taking the Possibility of WWIII Seriously

Rich Zeoli

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2024 183:42


The Rich Zeoli Show- Full Episode (11/22/2024): 3:05pm- On Thursday, former Congressman Matt Gaetz announced he is withdrawing as Donald Trump's nominee to serve as U.S. Attorney General. According to reports, Gaetz concluded he had no pathway towards confirmation after meeting with Senators earlier in the week and determining that at least four—Susan Collins, Lisa Murkowski, Mitch McConnell, and John Curtis—would not support him. Republicans will hold a 53 to 47 advantage in the Senate, consequently cabinet nominees cannot afford to lose the support of more than four Republicans. Later that day, Trump selected former Attorney General of Florida Pam Bondi to serve as Attorney General of the United States. 3:15pm- The Police Report About Pete Hegseth's Alleged Sexual Assault Vindicates Him Of Criminality. Eddie Scarry of The Federalist writes: “What you're going to hear now and in the coming days from the national media is that there are “graphic” details in a police report related to an alleged sexual assault involving Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's incoming nominee for Defense secretary. It's certainly graphic, but the media will bet you won't bother reading the report, which in reality looks really bad for the alleged victim and effectively clears Hegseth of criminality.” You can read the full article here: https://thefederalist.com/2024/11/21/the-police-report-about-pete-hegseths-alleged-sexual-assault-vindicates-him-of-criminality/ 3:30pm- Did Jaguar Just “Bud Light” Itself? In a newly released, 30-second advertisement luxury automaker Jaguar did not show a single car—but it did feature several androgynous models dressed in strange clothing. In response, many on social media called the commercial “woke.” 3:50pm- According to CBS News, Donald Trump is expected to select Russ Vought to serve as Director of the Office of Management and Budget. Vought held the position during Trump's first term. 4:05pm- During a segment on MSNBC with Ari Melber, contributor Jason Johnson referred to Pam Bondi—Donald Trump's selection for Attorney General—as “dangerous.” 4:20pm- The McRib is Back: McDonald's announced that their beloved sandwich the “McRib” will be back in stores next month for a limited time. PLUS, is Donald Trump eating too much McDonald's? There are rumors that Melania Trump is working with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to convince Donald to cut back on fast food! 4:30pm- Dr. Victoria Coates—Former Deputy National Security Advisor & the Vice President of the Davis Institute for National Security and Foreign Policy at The Heritage Foundation—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss the sudden escalation in the war between Russia and Ukraine. Could a world war be triggered if a NATO ally is caught in the crossfire? Meanwhile, President Joe Biden has spent time visiting the Amazon and Vice President Kamala Harris has been vacationing in Hawaii. Is the administration taking the threat of war spreading seriously? Dr. Coates is author of the upcoming book: “The Battle for the Jewish State: How Israel—and America—Can Win” which features a forward from Senator Ted Cruz. You can find the book here: https://a.co/d/iTMA4Vb 5:05pm- Dr. Wilfred Reilly—Professor of Political Science at Kentucky State University & Author of “Lies My Liberal Teacher Told Me”—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss his work with investigative reporter John Stossel, the Daniel Penny trial, and what the hell is going on with Jussie Smollett?! 5:30pm- According to a report from ABC News, Donald Trump—with financial assistance from fellow billionaire Elon Musk—is prepared to primary Republican Senators that choose not to support Trump's cabinet nominees. 5:40pm- The DOGE Plan to Reform Government. In an editorial for The Wall Street Journal, Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy write: “Our nation was founded on the basic idea that the people we elect run the government. That isn't how America functions today. Most legal edicts aren't laws enacted by ...

The Majority Report with Sam Seder
2376 - What Does A Competent Trump Admin Look Like? w/ Heather Digby Parton

The Majority Report with Sam Seder

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2024 95:17


It's Casual Friday! Sam and Emma speak with Heather Digby Parton, contributing writer at Salon.com and proprietor of the blog Hullabaloo, to round up the week in news. First, Sam and Emma run through updates on the indefinite cancellation of Trump's hush money sentencing, Trump's cabinet of rapists and fraudsters, the MTG-Musk-Ramaswamy connection, the House's passage of the non-profit killer bill, Schumer's weak politics, the divide between US-Israel and the rest of the international order over the ICC's charges, Bolsonaro's criminal charges, and UAW action in Kentucky, before parsing a little deeper through the vastly different responses to the ICC's charges against Netanyahu, Gallant, and others, with an adamant defense of genocide from the Biden administration rebuked both internationally and domestically. Digby then joins, as she, Sam, and Emma first reflect on their gut reactions to Trump's second presidential victory, the distinctions between their responses to 2016 and 2024, and the particular feeling of defeat for the feminist movement as an anti-abortion candidate begins to name his overwhelmingly predatory cabinet. Shifting more toward the policy impact of a second Trump term, Digby dives into the major threat of a “competent” Trump administration, backed by four years of drafting the blueprint for Project 2025, and what to make of growing tensions between Trump and the Senate, be it over leadership or cabinet appointments, expanding on that latter element by assessing the major (and controversial) roles to be played by potential cabinet members Pete Hegseth and Russ Vought. The three of them also touch on the major backing Trump has in the financial power of Elon Musk, and the evolution of the GOP's clamor for power, before Sam and Emma wrap up the free half with some ancient (as in a mere 8 years ago) comments from RFK about one Donald Trump. And in the Fun Half: Emma dives deep into the impressive progressive representation coming out of Georgia, from the Senate to local politics, with some help from DSA Aaron from Atlanta, before briefly touching on the evolution of the Biden-Netanyahu relationship and what the future of a Trump-Netanyahu alliance will mean for the fight for a free Palestine. The MR Team also highlights Stavros Halkias' strong appearance with Theo Von, talks with Jake the Teacher about New York's conservative shift and the future of the governor's race, and unpacks the rampant bigotry of Nancy Mace and the right's desire to put queer people back in the closet, plus, your calls and IMs! Follow Heather on Twitter here: https://x.com/digby56 Check out Digby's work at Salon here: https://www.salon.com/writer/heather_digby_parton Check out Hullabaloo here: https://digbysblog.net/ Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com: https://fans.fm/majority/join Follow us on TikTok here!: https://www.tiktok.com/@majorityreportfm Check us out on Twitch here!: https://www.twitch.tv/themajorityreport Find our Rumble stream here!: https://rumble.com/user/majorityrep ort Check out our alt YouTube channel here!: https://www.youtube.com/majorityreportlive Join Sam on the Nation Magazine Cruise! 7 days in December 2024!!: https://nationcruise.com/mr/ Check out StrikeAid here!; https://strikeaid.com/ Gift a Majority Report subscription here: https://fans.fm/majority/gift Subscribe to the ESVN YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/esvnshow Subscribe to the AMQuickie newsletter here: https://am-quickie.ghost.io/ Join the Majority Report Discord! http://majoritydiscord.com/ Get all your MR merch at our store: https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ Get the free Majority Report App!: http://majority.fm/app Go to https://JustCoffee.coop and use coupon code majority to get 20% off your purchase! 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Morning Announcements
Thursday, November 21st, 2024 - Trump 2.0 saga updates; Capitol bathroom ban; News via social media

Morning Announcements

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2024 8:59


Today's Headlines: Donald Trump's second-term transition is already making waves with controversial picks like Russ Vought for OMB, Linda McMahon for Education Secretary, and Matthew Whitaker for NATO Ambassador—all pushing Christian nationalism and MAGA-focused policies. Vought's Schedule F plan could let Trump replace career government workers with politically loyal staff. Trump is also ignoring standard transfer protocols, pressuring Senate Republicans to block Biden's judicial picks, and backing Matt Gaetz for Attorney General—even as Gaetz faces serious ethics scandals. Meanwhile, Speaker Mike Johnson has banned transgender people from certain Capitol bathrooms, targeting Rep.-elect Sarah McBride. On a different note, Pew Research revealed that 21% of Americans now get their news from social media influencers, showing just how much the media landscape is shifting. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: Media Matters: Trump set to appoint Project 2025 architect Russ Vought to Office of Management and Budget | Media Matters for America NBC News: Trump names former wrestling executive Linda McMahon as his pick for education secretary WA Post: Vance seeks to build support among senators for Matt Gaetz as attorney general WA Post: House Ethics Committee saw records suggesting Matt Gaetz paid women for sex The Daily Beast: Trump Orders Republican Senators to Block Biden Judges WA Post: President-elect Donald Trump is now receiving intelligence briefings WA Post: Trump ignores transition rules. It's a ‘hostile takeover,' ally says  WA Post: Speaker Johnson restricts use of Capitol bathrooms by transgender people Pew Research: America's News Influencers  Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Mark Thompson Show
Heat on Gaetz Forces His Withdrawal, Plus Greg Palast Looks at Votes 11/21/24

The Mark Thompson Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2024 121:57


Pressure on Matt Gaetz proved to be too much. He is stepping away from the Attorney General nomination. During the run up to the election, Trump did his best to distance himself from Project 2025. It's a blueprint for implementing some draconian Christian nationalist policies that appear to be wildly unconstitutional. Trump said he had no idea who was behind the plan. Now, he is embracing its creators. So far, the following men have been tapped to serve in the Trump administration and also are neck deep in Project 2025: *Russ Vought, an architect of Project 2025 who supports aggressive use of presidential powers is reportedly being considered to lead the White House Budget Office K *Tom Homan, tapped to be the “border czar” *John Ratcliffe, who may be the next CIA director *Brendan Carr, heading the FCC *Pete Hoekstra, Trump's ambassador to Canada *Stephen Miller, led America First Legal, which advised on Project 2025, will be an assistant to the president, deputy chief of staff for policy and Homeland Security advisor. Some in Trump's circle, like Steve Bannon, have admitted that Project 2025 was the plan all along. We welcome our favorite Britisher to the show. Journalist Anthony Davis will talk politics. Investigative journalist Greg Palast will share some new details on efforts to count every ballot. Former federal prosecutor David Katz will discuss Trump' pending state cases out of New York and Georgia being put on hold.

O'Connor & Company
Rep. Andy Biggs, Trump's Admin Picks, Deana Griffiths, Airbnb Colosseum Experience

O'Connor & Company

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2024 29:00


  In the 7 AM Hour: Larry O'Connor and Mercedes Schlapp discussed:   WMAL GUEST: 7:05 AM - INTERVIEW - REP. ANDY BIGGS - R-AZ HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra eviscerated for mishandling of unaccompanied children Trump announces Matthew Whitaker as his pick to be US ambassador to NATO President-elect Donald Trump is expected to name Russ Vought to lead the Office of Management and Budget, according to two sources close to the transition. Marty Makary Seen as Leading Candidate for Trump FDA Pick DAILY MAIL: Hard-partying sex life of former MTV reality star Sean Duffy resurfaces after Trump nominates him to Cabinet as Transportation Secretary WMAL GUEST: 7:35 AM - INTERVIEW - DEANA GRIFFITHS - (Dee-nah) - Member of the Loudoun County Public School Board representing the Ashburn District Loudoun County School Board Member, person get into fight during forum at middle school Roman Colosseum Opens For Gladiator Combat Thanks To Airbnb Icons Airbnb wants gladiator battles in Rome's Colosseum — but locals are appalled: ‘We are not in Disneyland'   Where to find more about WMAL's morning show:  Follow the Show Podcasts on Apple podcasts, Audible and Spotify. Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor,  @Jgunlock, @patricepinkfile, and @heatherhunterdc.  Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Show Website: https://www.wmal.com/oconnor-company/ How to listen live weekdays from 5 to 9 AM: https://www.wmal.com/listenlive/ Episode:Thursday, November 21, 2024 / 7 AM Hour  O'Connor and Company is proudly presented by Veritas AcademySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

O'Connor & Company
Trump Admin Picks, Nikki Haley vs Tulsi Gabbard, Biden's World War III

O'Connor & Company

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2024 31:03


In the 5 AM Hour: Larry O'Connor and Mercedes Schlapp discussed; Trump announces Matthew Whitaker as his pick to be US ambassador to NATO President-elect Donald Trump is expected to name Russ Vought to lead the Office of Management and Budget, according to two sources close to the transition. Marty Makary Seen as Leading Candidate for Trump FDA Pick Nikki Haley calls Tulsi Gabbard a 'Russian sympathizer' in scorched-earth rant against Trump's Cabinet pick THIS MORNING: Russia launches first intercontinental ballistic missile at Ukraine, Kyiv says Marty Makary Seen as Leading Candidate for Trump FDA Pick Nikki Haley calls Tulsi Gabbard a 'Russian sympathizer' in scorched-earth rant against Trump's Cabinet pick THIS MORNING: Russia launches first intercontinental ballistic missile at Ukraine, Kyiv says Where to find more about WMAL's morning show:  Follow the Show Podcasts on Apple podcasts, Audible and Spotify. Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor,  @Jgunlock, @patricepinkfile, and @heatherhunterdc.  Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Show Website: https://www.wmal.com/oconnor-company/ How to listen live weekdays from 5 to 9 AM: https://www.wmal.com/listenlive/ Episode: Thursday, November 21, 2024 / 5 AM Hour  O'Connor and Company is proudly presented by Veritas AcademySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Tucker Carlson Show
Tucker Carlson and Russ Vought Break Down DOGE and All of Trump's Cabinet Picks So Far

The Tucker Carlson Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2024 116:45


Russ Vought ran OMB under Trump the first time, and hopefully will again. Here's what he learned about how the deep state actually works. (00:00) What is the Office of Management and Budget? (07:57) How Our Intel Agencies Overrule the President (34:21) What Will the Congressional Hearings Look Like for Trump's Appointees? (42:18) The Evil Think Tanks Trying to Undermine You (49:48) They're Trying to Leave Trump With WWIII (58:06) The Root Problem of Government Corruption PreBorn Save babies and souls https://PreBorn.com/Tucker Liberty Safe https://LibertySafe.com/Tucker Promo code “Tucker” PureTalk https://PureTalk.com/Tucker Get 50% off first month Alp Pouch Shop now at https://AlpPouch.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fast Politics with Molly Jong-Fast
Al Franken & Molly Redden

Fast Politics with Molly Jong-Fast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2024 45:41 Transcription Available


Former Senator Al Franken parses the last days of the election cycle. ProPublica's Molly Redden details the leaked tapes of Project 2025's Russ Vought discussing the Trump administration's plans if they are elected.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.