Podcasts about Secretary of state

Todd sits down with Beau Bayh, a Democrat running for Indiana Secretary of State, for a candid conversation about Indiana's push for mid-cycle redistricting. We dig into what gerrymandering looks like in practice, whether splitting counties like Marion makes sense, and how competition and trust shape healthy elections. Beau explains why he's taking this message to conservative audiences, what bipartisan commissions can and can't solve, and why he believes accountability—not party—should guide the office he's seeking. Todd shares concerns about rising partisanship and presses Beau on how today's Democratic Party compares to the Bayh legacy Hoosiers remember. If you care about election integrity, redistricting maps, and the future of Indiana politics, this one's worth your time.

Todd sits down with Beau Bayh, a Democrat running for Indiana Secretary of State, for a candid conversation about Indiana's push for mid-cycle redistricting. We dig into what gerrymandering looks like in practice, whether splitting counties like Marion makes sense, and how competition and trust shape healthy elections. Beau explains why he's taking this message to conservative audiences, what bipartisan commissions can and can't solve, and why he believes accountability—not party—should guide the office he's seeking. Todd shares concerns about rising partisanship and presses Beau on how today's Democratic Party compares to the Bayh legacy Hoosiers remember. If you care about election integrity, redistricting maps, and the future of Indiana politics, this one's worth your time.

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The American Democracy Minute Radio News Report & Podcast for Oct. 31, 2025Ohio Secretary of State Refers 1,200 Alleged Illegal Voting Cases to U.S. DOJ.  His Track Record is Less Than Stellar.Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose announced October 28th that his office had referred 1,200 illegal voting cases to the U.S. Justice Department for prosecution.  But his track record of convictions is less than stellar, and many of the cases were previously declined by Ohio county prosecutors for lack of evidence.Some podcasting platforms strip out our links.  To read our resources and see the whole script of today's report, please go to our website at https://AmericanDemocracyMinute.orgToday's LinksArticles & Resources:Ohio Secretary of State's Office - Secretary LaRose Refers More Than 1,200 Criminal Cases to DOJ  Ohio Secretary of State's Office -  Letter Withdrawing from ERICOhio Secretary of State's Office - (2024) Secretary LaRose Asks Attorney General to Investigate Hundreds of Election Fraud CasesOhio Capital Journal - (2022) LaRose makes criminal referrals; says non-citizens registered to vote Statehouse News Bureau - Ohio's secretary of state forwards alleged voter fraud cases to DOJ after local prosecutors don't act Groups Taking Action:Common Cause OH, League of Women Voters OH,  ACLU OHRegister or Check Your Voter Registration:U.S. Election Assistance Commission – How to Register And Vote in Your StatePlease follow us on Facebook and Bluesky Social, and SHARE! Find all of our reports at AmericanDemocracyMinute.orgWant ADM sent to your email?  Sign up here!Are you a radio station?  Find our broadcast files at Pacifica Radio Network's Audioport and PRX#News #Democracy  #DemocracyNews #Ohio #FrankLaRose #TrumpDOJ

The Supreme Court addresses the tension in planning law that exists between the need to build new houses and the need to protect the environment. https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe Music from bensound.com

For review:1. US Secretary of State Visits Israel.2. IDF Strikes Hezbollah Targets in Lebanon.3.  Russia Exercises Nuclear Triad.4. Latest in US Army Self-Propelled Howitzer Modernization. 

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Benjamin Netanyahu just almost two weeks since the ceasefire in Gaza began. The meeting comes as Trump warns Israel would lose ‘all support' from the US if it annexes west bank. JD Vance supported trump's words as he also said it would be ‘very stupid' Israeli vote to annex the West Bank. Pat was joined by Gregg Carlstrom, Middle East Correspondent with The Economist to discuss.

For review:1. US Secretary of State Travels to Israel; Far East this week.2. United States Vice President JD Vance projected confidence on Tuesday that the ceasefire in the Gaza Strip was going to last as he paid a visit to a new US-Israel ceasefire coordination center in Kiryat Gat, southern Israel.3. There will be no Turkish troops in the Gaza Strip, the Israeli Prime Minister's Office insisted Wednesday- as part of the planned International Stabilization Force (ISF).4. IDF Strikes Hezbollah Targets in S. Lebanon.5. US Sanctions Russian Oil Companies; President Trump and Putin Meeting in Budapest Cancelled. The US blacklisted Rosneft and Lukoil and issued other sanctions because Russia has failed to commit seriously to the peace process, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said in a statement. 6. Opinion Article in Defense News written by John Moore, a former British Ministry of Defense official: Should the US Army bring back the Pentomic Division?7. President Trump nominates LTG Christopher LaNeve to replace GEN James Mingus as US Army Vice Chief of Staff. 

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Nolan talks to DUP's Trevor Clarke and Chair of the Police Federation for NI- Liam Kelly.

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In a busy season of elections next year - it is always important to call into question the integrity of the voter registration system and there was a hearing in which voter fraud had been found and also Tim Walz “Drivers License for All” policy has created uncertainty in the past couple of years and confusion with who can walk in and vote whether they are a valid citizen - Steve clarifies that policy and what him and his team are doing to put out any and fall voter fraud fires now and in the future!

Former Democrat-turned-Republican state Rep. Vernon Jones, who crowd-surfed at Georgia Trump rally, announced Monday he's running for the job of Georgia's chief elections officer. Jones joins a growing and competitive pool of candidates for Georgia Secretary of State. That includes former state elections official, Gabriel Sterling, who took a ton of heat in 2020 from Donald Trump and rebuked Trump's claims the 2020 presidential election results were rigged. Host Lisa Rayam, Democratic strategist Tharon Johnson and Republican strategist Brian Robinson debate if Jones has a chance to compete.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon is supporting a new bill before Congress to prohibit removal of people from state voter rolls without evidence of a change in status.And the Minneapolis City Council this morning passed an ordinance that aims to tighten accountability for negligent landlords.Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister

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Mike Pompeo, former U.S. secretary of state and CIA director, joined Guy on Friday after Hamas reportedly says it will release the remaining hostages after President Trump's ultimatum. Pompeo also gives his thoughts on the war between Russia and Ukraine as well as the recent scare involving the CCP when the members of the United Nations met in New York. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Shillings, a Creative Director at the University of Indianapolis and a small business owner, is stepping up in response to what she sees as a lack of integrity and public service from the current Secretary of State, Diego Morales. Her campaign will focus on: Restoring trust in Indiana elections Protecting taxpayer dollars Advocating for small businesses Ending partisan misuse of the Secretary's office

ROGGIO Bill Roggio, associated with the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, discussed the recent news regarding a hostage situation involving the Taliban. Key details from Roggio's segment: Hostage Release: Secretary of State Rubio reportedly won the release of an American citizen who had been held hostage by the Taliban in Kabul for nine months. The citizen was being held "illicitly and outrageously." The Cost (The "Twist"): Roggio noted that the crucial detail—the "twist"—is what the US may have given up in order to secure the return of its own citizen. The Likely Swap Target: It is very likely that the exchange involves an individual held at Guantanamo named Muhammad Rahim, an al-Qaeda operative. Significance of Muhammad Rahim: According to US intelligence: Rahim was close to Osama bin Laden. He helped bin Laden escape from Tora Bora. He served as Mullah Omar's driver. Mullah Omar was identified as the founder and former head of the Taliban. US Military Stance and Prediction: Muhammad Rahim is an individual whom the US military does not want to release. Despite this, Roggio predicted it is very likely that Rahim will be "walking free sometime soon." Negotiation Dynamics: Roggio concluded that in these types of negotiations, there is "always a cost," and the Taliban usually wins.

How close can you build a crematorium to someone's home? In this case, the Supreme Court considers where the measurement should be taken from. https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe Music from bensound.com

Nolan talks to Belfast Telegraph's Sam McBride and Aontu leader Peadar Tóibín.

Anthony Forlini, Macomb County Clerk, business owner, community leader, husband, and father, joins The Steve Gruber Show to announce his run for Michigan's next Secretary of State. With years of hands-on experience as a clerk, Forlini says Michigan desperately needs strong, honest leadership to restore confidence in our elections. He pledges to clean up the Election Bureau, put integrity back at the forefront, and ensure every Michigander can trust the process. Forlini brings both experience and passion to the table, and he's ready to get to work.

Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon joins Adam and Jordana.

The Secretary joined Greg for an in-person sit down at the API dinner. The two discuss issues related to elections and cutting of state government spending. They also discuss Allen's campaign to become Alabama's next Lt. Gov and some of the issues related to his campaign.

Wyoming is leading the way on cleaning up elections systems and pushing back on the “green” energy scam despite a liberal governor and massive leftwing infiltration of the Republican Party, explained Secretary of State Chuck Gray in this interview with The New American magazine’s Alex Newman on Conversations That Matter. The changes include requiring proof ... The post Wyoming Leads on Election Integrity, Smashing Green “Scam:” Secretary of State appeared first on The New American.

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Fresh off her announcement that she's running for Lt. Governor, Wisconsin Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski stops by to talk about her campaign! She gives great insight into what the Secretary of State actually does, and she talks about the difficulties of getting things done despite push back from the Republican controlled legislature. Sarah then discusses why she's the right person for the job of Lt. Governor, and how she can use her experience to help the people of Wisconsin. Guest: Secretary of State, Sarah Godlewski

Orange County Supervisor Don Wagner is running for California’s secretary of state, the first Republican challenger to enter the race. The position oversees elections in California. Wagner will be attempting to unseat incumbent Secretary of State Shirley Weber, who is running for reelection in 2026. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms: --- 'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- 'The Ray Appleton Show’ Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Podcast | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HEADLINE: US Diplomat Addresses Failed Doha Strike Amidst Iranian Defiance GUEST AND TITLE: Mary Kissel, Executive Vice President, Stephens Incorporated, former Senior Advisor for the Secretary of State SUMMARY: Mary Kissel discusses Secretary of State Marco Rubio's diplomatic shuttle after an unsuccessful Israeli airstrike in Doha targeting Hamas leadership. Despite the failure, she believes Israel's defense capabilities and past decapitation efforts were incredible, fostering public resolve against terrorism. Kissel notes Qatar's role as a money-laundering center and host of terror groups, despite its strategic importance to the US. She emphasizes that Iran, the world's largest state sponsor of terrorism, remains defiant regarding its nuclear and missile programs, posing an ongoing challenge for Israel and the US. 1904 doha

With National Voter Registration Day being observed next week, Pennsylvania Secretary of State Al Schmidt is reminding residents how simple it is to get registered — and why it matters in every election, not just presidential years.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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How oppressive can sanctions against an individual be before the courts will intervene? https://uklawweekly.substack.com/subscribe Music from bensound.com

Israel and the United States have put on a united front during US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's visit to Israel. Tel Aviv correspondent Blake Sifton spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is visiting to discuss the war in Gaza following Israel's attack on Hamas members in Qatar. His visit comes as Israeli forces continue to destroy residential buildings in Gaza City, forcing thousands to flee ahead of an expected ground offensive to seize the city.Also on the programme: We hear from an American city sitting on the border between two US states with opposing abortion laws three years on from US citizens losing their constitutional right to abortion nationwide; and we'll speak to one of the organisers of the protests in Nepal about why she is backing the country's interim prime minister.(Photo: U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visit the Western Wall, Judaism's holiest prayer site, in Jerusalem's Old City on September 14, 2025. Credit: REUTERS/Nathan Howard/Pool)

The US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has arrived in Israel amid tensions over its strike on Hamas leaders in Qatar. Ingrid Hipkiss spoke to POLITICO's Josh Gerstein.

The Authentically Detroit Podcast Network in collaboration with Detroit One Million presents: The Black Detroit Democracy Podcast, hosted by Donna Givens Davidson and Sam Robinson!Together, Donna and Sam illuminate the complexities of Detroit's unique political landscape and give residents a resource for navigating civic engagement and election season.On this episode, Adam Hollier joins Donna and Sam to discuss his decision to end his congressional race and instead join the race for Michigan Secretary of State. During the conversation Adam positions himself as uniquely qualified to protect Michigan's electoral system against potential threats, highlighting his commitment to ensuring that votes will be counted fairly. Together they dive into Detroit's evolving political landscape through multiple lenses, including the possibility of Detroiters electing a woman as mayor for the first time. Adam also reveals his stance on the money out of politics movement and why he's accepting donations from organizations like AIPAC during an ongoing genocide. For more episodes of the Black Detroit Democracy Podcast, click here.Support the showFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.

On today's Political Breakfast, host Lisa Rayam broadcasts live with Democratic strategist Tharon Johnson and Republican strategist Brian Robinson to give the rundown on Raffensperger. The Secretary of State has not officially announced a campaign for the Georgia Governor's race in 2026, and is also rumored to be exploring a run for U.S. Senate. But the Republican is not universally supported within the Georgia GOP. In June of 2025, GOP convention delegates passed a resolution to prevent him from qualifying as a Republican candidate, even though its legal legitimacy has been questioned. Raffensperger also faced opposition from President Donald Trump, but survived those political attacks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

GDP Script/ Top Stories for September 6th Publish Date: September 6th PRE-ROLL: From the BG AD Group Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. Today is Saturday, September 6th and Happy Birthday to Rodger Waters I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by Gwinnett KIA Mall of Georgia. Former Secretary of State staffer running for the office Gwinnett Sheriff's Office looking for applicants for Explorers program A year later, Apalachee High students recount living through a mass shooting Plus, the Stripers report with Jim Jarvis All of this and more is coming up on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen daily and subscribe! Break 1: 07.14.22 KIA MOG STORY 1: Former Secretary of State staffer running for the office  Gabriel Sterling, once a top aide to Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger, is officially throwing his hat in the ring for the state’s top elections job. He filed paperwork Tuesday to raise funds and confirmed Thursday he’s running. Sterling, who fiercely defended Georgia’s 2020 election results against Trump’s baseless fraud claims, will face Kelvin King in the GOP primary. King supports hand-counting ballots, a hot-button issue as Georgia’s voting system evolves. The race is heating up STORY 2: Gwinnett Sheriff's Office looking for applicants for Explorers program The Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office is shaping future law enforcement pros through its Explorer Post 699 Program—a hands-on initiative that’s been running strong since 2006. It’s not just about learning the ropes of law enforcement; it’s about building life skills, leadership, and teamwork in a supportive, structured environment. Recently, Post 699 Explorers crushed it at the Law Enforcement Exploring Academy, completing 40 grueling hours of training—classroom lessons, intense simulations, the works. They walked away with six awards, including Leadership, Physical Fitness, and the coveted Academy Honor Graduate. Interested? If you’re 14–20, email Sergeant Adrien Filer or check out GoGCSO.com. STORY 3: A year later, Apalachee High students recount living through a mass shooting Sasha Contreras was sitting in Spanish class at Apalachee High on Sept. 4 last year when everything changed. She didn’t hear the gunshots—they were too far away—but an hour earlier, she’d been in math class with Ana Cristina Irimie. Sasha left that class smiling, not knowing it’d be the last time she’d see her teacher alive. Irimie, along with students Christian Angulo, Mason Schermerhorn, and coach Ricky Aspinwall, was killed that morning. The shooter, 14-year-old Colt Gray, faces murder charges, while his father, Colin Gray, is charged for arming him. Barrow County is still grappling with the tragedy. On Thursday, former and current students gathered at the Capitol to honor the victims and share their pain. In response to the shooting, Georgia lawmakers passed a school safety bill in March, requiring schools to track and share records of students with troubling behavior. Another law doubled death benefits for teachers killed “in the line of duty.” We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info. We’ll be right back Break 2: Ingles Markets 6 STRIPERS INTERVIEW Break 3: STORY 6: Activists call for greater scrutiny of data centers Diana Dietz, a retired nurse and Fayette County resident, didn’t hold back Thursday when she spoke to state lawmakers about the impact of data centers on her community. Dietz made it clear: “This isn’t anti-AI or anti-data centers. But you need to see what’s happening.” Data centers, like Excalibur, are popping up across Georgia to meet the skyrocketing energy demands of AI. But they’re guzzling water, electricity, and, according to environmentalists like Mark Woodall of the Sierra Club, stalling progress toward clean energy. STORY 7: Rainbow Village set to expand its campus — and fight — against homelessness For 34 years, Rainbow Village has been a lifeline for homeless families, helping them rebuild their lives. Now, as it approaches its 35th year, the Duluth nonprofit is gearing up to double its impact. By the end of the month, they’ll break ground on a major campus expansion, adding two new apartment buildings to their current 30-unit setup. Soon, they’ll be able to house 66 families—single parents, grandparents raising grandkids, couples, older boys—any family in need. Families stay up to two years, learning to budget, save, and heal. Rent includes utilities, internet, and access to counseling, life skills classes, and kids’ programs. The $15 million project, funded by donations, grants, and Gwinnett County support, is 73% funded. Construction starts Sept. 29, with completion expected in a year. For details, visit rainbowvillage.org. We’ll have closing comments after this Break 4: GWINETT FAIR Signoff – Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’s Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Cherokee Tribune Ledger podcast, the Marietta Daily Journal, or the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties. Read more about all our stories and get other great content at www.gwinnettdailypost.com Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Giving you important news about our community and telling great stories are what we do. Make sure you join us for our next episode and be sure to share this podcast on social media with your friends and family. Add us to your Alexa Flash Briefing or your Google Home Briefing and be sure to like, follow, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. 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#STATETHINKING: @MARYKISSEL FORMER SENIOR ADVISER TO THE SECRETARY OF STATE. EXECUTIVE VP STEPHENS INC. Mary Kissel: Mary Kissel critiques China's military parade, labeling Xi Jinping's claim of sole WWII victory a "complete fiction" aimed at promoting a "new world order" and expanding influence. She expresses concern over India's presence at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit, viewing it as a potential move towards neutrality that could undermine US efforts to counter China's regional militarization. Kissel also attributes the rise of Eurosceptic, pro-Russian populist parties in Europe to the failure of mainstream political parties to adequately address citizens' economic realities, leading to cynicism and a challenge to US policy. 1908 PEKING

#StateThinking: Flotilla off Venezuela. @MaryKissel Former Senior Adviser to the Secretary of State. Executive VP Stephens Inc https://www.cbsnews.com/news/us-warships-venezuela-trump-nicolas-maduro-tension-drug-cartel-accusations/ 1876 CARACAS

#StateThinking: Putin is an existential threat to Ukraine. @MaryKissel Former Senior Adviser to the Secretary of State. Executive VP Stephens Inc. https://www.reuters.com/world/china/powerful-optics-chinas-xi-welcome-putin-modi-grand-show-solidarity-2025-08-26/1911

Mike Pompeo, former Secretary of State and CIA Director, Fox News Contributor & author of NEVER GIVE AN INCH: Fighting for the America I Love , joined Guy Monday after President Trump met with President Putin then met with President Zelenskyy and other European leaders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#STATETHINKING: WHITE HOUSE SUCCESS - @MARYKISSEL, FORMER SENIOR ADVISER TO THE SECRETARY OF STATE, EXECUTIVE VP STEPHENS INC. 1650

#STATETHINKING: ANCHORAGE ABRUPTNESS - @MARYKISSEL, FORMER SENIOR ADVISER TO THE SECRETARY OF STATE, EXECUTIVE VP STEPHENS INC. 1655

Preview: Venezuela: Colleague Mary Anastasia O'Grady of WSJ speculates why Secretary of State Rubio went along with the administration opening of the Chevron oil in Maduro's Venezuela. More later. 1951

#STATETHINKING: CCP retreats from the planet. @MARYKISSEL, former senior adviser to the Secretary of State, Executive VP Stephens Inc. 1953

#STATETHINKING: Hamas and London and Paris. @MARYKISSEL, former senior adviser to the Secretary of State, Executive VP Stephens Inc. 1650s