Podcasts about Stefanik

Crews are still working on major water main fixes in Waterbury. It's been almost one year since New York enacted congestion pricing. An iconic Connecticut restaurant is about to go nationwide. Plus, a Stefanik campaign insider discusses her decision to leave the race for governor of New York.

At the recent Turning Point conference, Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson finally started to sound the alarm bells about Republicans' chances in next year's midterms. Johnson warned that Democrats could take over (which is almost guaranteed at this point), and that if they do, they'll go out and impeach Donald Trump again. He's trying to scare Republicans into submission, but doing so by arguing that the least popular president in modern history is in danger isn't exactly going to get people energized. Kevin Hassett, the chief economic adviser to Donald Trump, panicked when questioned by CBS's Margaret Brennan about when Americans can expect to start receiving their $2,000 tariff rebate checks that Trump has repeatedly promised. Hassett tried to say that Congress has to do that because it is a budget issue, and then immediately pivoted away from the topic in order to distract the public from that rather shocking admission that proves that Trump is a total liar. Elise Stefanik is quitting. Cynthia Lummis is retiring. Marjorie Taylor Greene and several other House members have either already announced their retirements or their resignations. The Great Republican Resignation movement has officially begun, as many analysts had predicted. But to see such high profile members like Stefanik and Greene bail out was likely not on anyone's 2025 Bingo cards. Old man Trump tried his hand at another rally in a sleepy town last Friday, and things somehow went even worse than his previous rally in Pennsylvania the week before. Trump couldn't stay on topic for more than a few minutes, and went on so many wild tangents that no one could keep track of what he was even supposed to be talking about. At one point, he went into disturbing detail about how he "thinks" his wife cleans her underwear and organizes her underwear drawer. Donald Trump reportedly talked with infamous Epstein lawyer Alan Dershowitz about the possibility of serving a third term in office, something that Dershowitz has now written a book about, laying out the legal possibilities that could make it happen. Trump is clearly not just "joking" about a third term, as Susie Wiles said in her recent Vanity Fair issue. But just because he's not joking doesn't mean we should take it seriously.A former manager at Donald Trump's Bedminster golf resort in New Jersey has filed a lawsuit against the club for wrongful termination, but the lawsuit has a lot more information than just being fired for things that weren't her fault. The manager details harassment, misogyny, discrimination, and the most disgusting kitchen details you could imagine. She claims in the suit that even Donald Trump himself was disgusted by the state of the club, which included "maggots", "mold", and a terrible "fly infestation." Text and and let us know your thoughts on today's stories!Subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay up to date on all of Farron's content: https://www.youtube.com/FarronBalancedFollow Farron on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FarronBalanced Twitter: https://twitter.com/farronbalanced Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farronbalanced TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farronbalanced?lang=en

Russia is throwing its support behind Venezuela as tensions continue to rise with the South American country. Also, is Elise Stefanik's impending exit from the House a sign of larger issues in D.C.? NOTUS senior editor Dave Levinthal joins us.

On the Epstein matter, the current DOJ is not just putting its thumb on the scale for Trump. It's his defense team. Make no mistake: The top two officials at the Justice Department are executing Trump's wishes to cover-up the victims' statements and the details about Epstein's 2008 sweetheart deal. It's the president's cover-up, and the mainstream media needs to call it for what it is. And over at CBS's "60 Minutes," Bari Weiss wants Trump to know she's on the administration's side as well. Meanwhile, Vance made clear at AmericaFest that he's cool with literal Nazis in the MAGA coalition as he readies for his 2028 run. Plus, Kushner and Witkoff are still doing Putin's bidding, the governor of Louisiana is adding the (pretend) invasion of Greenland to his portfolio, and Tim reads from the Monday Mailbag. Bill Kristol joins Tim Miller. show notes Bill's "Bulwark on Sunday" with Rep. Ro Khanna on the Epstein files Tim on Gavin Newsom's podcast Lauren on the DNC burying its 2024 autopsy report The LIVE 'Bulwark Take' on the Stefanik crash and burn Part of Bob Dole's '96 Republican convention speech that Tim referenced  Monday Mailbag email: BulwarkPodcast@Thebulwark.com

Today's Headlines: The Epstein files were legally due to drop on Friday — and instead, the DOJ punted. Rather than releasing everything as required, the department said it'll roll documents out gradually because it “ran out of time,” and posted about 13,000 heavily redacted files. Some documents then mysteriously vanished from the DOJ website, including a photo from Epstein's apartment that showed Donald Trump, prompting Democrats to demand a timeline and an explanation for what's now very likely an illegal partial release. DOJ leadership insists nothing — and no one — is being protected. Meanwhile, the New York Times filled in some gaps the DOJ didn't, publishing extensive reporting that describes Trump and Epstein as close friends, citing more than 30 former employees, victims, and witnesses. The report alleges Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell introduced Trump to at least six women who later accused him of grooming or abuse, including one who was a minor at the time. Trump has denied the allegations. In other news, authorities say the suspect in last weekend's Brown University shooting — now deceased — may have targeted MIT fusion researcher Nuno Loureiro, whom he reportedly knew from an academic program in Portugal. The motive remains unclear, but the case has raised eyebrows amid Trump Media's sudden merger with a nuclear fusion company and new reporting that Putin heavily influenced Trump's Ukraine envoy. Add in fresh revelations about Stephen Miller pushing for military strikes wherever he could find a target, murky inflation data thanks to shutdown gaps, Trump rescheduling marijuana (and nodding off while doing it), and Elise Stefanik abruptly dropping out of New York's governor race — and yes, it was another very normal news week. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: NYT: What to Know on the Initial Release of Materials From the Epstein Files CNBC: Epstein files: A number of documents, including Trump photo, reportedly removed from DOJ release site Yahoo: Trump's FBI Spent Nearly $1 Million on Redacting Epstein Files The Independent: Epstein files live: Whistleblowers could hold key, says Democrat, while Bondi tweet provokes fierce backlash ABC News: Top DOJ official denies there's any effort to redact mentions of President Trump from Epstein files NYT: ‘Don's Best Friend': How Epstein and Trump Bonded Over the Pursuit of Women WaPo: Brown, MIT Professor Shootings linked, suspects found dead The Guaardian: Why is Truth Social owner Trump Media merging with a fusion energy firm? | Mergers and acquisitions Substack: The Russia-adjacent “connective tissue” points that are real, documentable, and potentially problematic if Trump Media (TMTG / Truth Social) is merging with TAE. WSJ: How Putin Got His Preferred U.S. Envoy: Come Alone, No CIA WaPo: Stephen Miller's hard-line Mexico stragtegy morphed into deadly boat strikes WSJ: The Data Problems in Thursday's Inflation Report Will Linger for Months CBS News: Trump signs executive order to reclassify marijuana as a Schedule III drug NBC News: Trump endorses Bruce Blakeman in New York governor's race after Elise Stefanik drops bid Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Jim and Greg for the Monday 3 Martini Lunch as they break down growing tensions on the right following a heated Turning Point USA event, Rep. Elise Stefanik's abrupt exit from the New York governor's race, and a Michigan U.S. Senate candidate fantasizing about assaulting U.S. Supreme Court justices.First, they react to Ben Shapiro's speech on how politics and journalism should be conducted, including his sharp criticism of Tucker Carlson for platforming figures like Nick Fuentes without challenging their views. Carlson then returned verbal fire and accused his critics of trying to divide people. Jim says the right is not well-served by tolerating conspiracy theories and playing footsie with anti-Semitism.Next, they dig into why New York Rep. Elise Stefanik decided to pull the plug on her campaign for governor. They also examine how the year started with President Trump choosing Stefanik to be his ambassador to the United Nations and ended with Trump refusing to endorse her run for governor.Finally, they get a glimpse of another unhinged Democrat running for U.S. Senate in Michigan, as State Senator Mallory McMorrow says she heard Supreme Court Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Brett Kavanaugh attended a tailgate at her alma mater of Notre Dame University. McMorrow suggests she would have thrown beer in their faces. But the rest of the Democrats running are also really bad.Please visit our great sponsors:Go to https://OmahaSteaks.com and use code 3ML at checkout for an extra $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. See site for details. A big thanks to our advertiser, Omaha Steaks!Listeners can start a new tradition this December with 10% off at BetterHelp—visit https://BetterHelp.com/3ML to get started.New episodes every weekday. 

Elise Stefanik drops out of the New York State Governor's race, and VP Vance wows the crowd at the Turning Point event.  Visit the Howie Carr Radio Network website to access columns, podcasts, and other exclusive content.

Let's talk about Stefanik dropping out in NY and leaving congress....

On this week's Substack LIVE, Charlie Sykes and Matt discuss:— Elise Stefanik Schadenfreude: The latest example of someone who fully embraced MAGA only to be discarded.— Turning Point USA (TPUSA) AmericaFest drama: Explosive infighting, including Ben Shapiro attacking Tucker Carlson, Candace Owens, Megyn Kelly, and others over antisemitism and conspiracy theories.— Bari Weiss and 60 Minutes controversy: Accusations that Weiss spiked a major story on abuses in El Salvador's CECOT prison related to Trump deportations, seen as political censorship.— Potential 2028 contenders: Speculation on Ted Cruz considering a run (dismissed), JD Vance's challenges, and the unlikelihood of a smooth succession.— All the Epstein files redactions— The Trump-Kennedy Center — and the desecration of institutions— And much MUCH moreSubscribe to Matt Lewis on Substack: https://mattklewis.substack.com/Support Matt Lewis at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mattlewisFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MattLewisDCTwitter: https://twitter.com/mattklewisInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattlewisreels/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVhSMpjOzydlnxm5TDcYn0A– Who is Matt Lewis? –Matt K. Lewis is a political commentator and the author of Filthy Rich Politicians.Buy Matt's books: FILTHY RICH POLITICIANS: https://www.amazon.com/Filthy-Rich-Politicians-Creatures-Ruling-Class/dp/1546004416TOO DUMB TO FAIL: https://www.amazon.com/Too-Dumb-Fail-Revolution-Conservative/dp/0316383937Copyright © 2025, BBL & BWL, LLC

It’s Monday in America, time for The World’s Greatest Political Podcast: THE LEFT SHOW! This week JM Bell, Tiffany, and Jon get all up into DJT’s insane business this week, ICE gets worse, and RFK, Jr. goes after the kiddos. Going to jail for sharing a meme, Stefanik goes underground, and the BEST kind of […]

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(Dec 22, 2025) On Friday, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik shocked the North Country and the nation when she announced she was dropping her campaign for governor and not running for Congress again. We sort through how it happened and what it might mean for the future of North Country politics. Also: New York's latest energy plan says the state will not reach a milestone climate goal by 2030.

Political analyst Steve Roberts discusses the top stories in the nation's capital.

Rep. Elise Stefanik announced last Friday she is dropping out of the race for New York governor. What's next for Stefanik and what does this mean for the election? Albany insider Jack O'Donnell tells us.

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Bob Davis, current Amherst GOP Chair and former Erie County GOP Chair, joins the show to provide his reaction to the news that U.S. representative Elise Stefanik will suspend her campaign and drop out of the race for Governor of New York State, as well as not seeking re-election to Congress

(Dec 19, 2025) An updated version of Story of the Day with the surprise announcement that North Country Congresswoman Elise Stefanik will not run for Governor or Congress next year. Also: The holiday season is a time to spend with family, and to remember family who are no longer with us. In northern Clinton County, there's something called a "wind phone", where people can talk to those they've lost...out loud.

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WABC Host Brian Kilmeade joins Sid to discuss Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman's consideration and eventual announcement to run for governor. Brian weighs in on the primary battle between Blakeman and Stefanik and discusses potential impact President Trump might have. The conversation also ventures into broader political topics, including the weaknesses of current Governor Kathy Hochul, and the strategic errors of previous Republican campaigns, like Dr. Oz and Dave McCormick in Pennsylvania. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman joins Sid to discuss his candidacy for Governor of New York, crediting Sid and his listeners for their support in his initial election as County Executive in discussing his political roots and connections. He emphasizes his commitment to Republican values, safety, prosperity, and community outreach, mentioning his significant wins among diverse voter groups. Blakeman also touches on key policy issues, including ending cashless bail and opposing the current migrant program. Acknowledging potential primary competition with Elise Stefanik, he voices his intention to run a positive campaign focused on defeating incumbent Kathy Hochul. Notably, Blakeman identified his pro-choice stance as a major difference from Stefanik's pro-life position. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ed Cox, Chairman of the New York Republican State Committee, joins John Catsimatidis & James Flippin as they substitute for Sid Rosenberg, to talk about the announcement of Bruce Blakeman's candidacy for New York Governor. Cox emphasizes the party's strong support for Elise Stefanik, who has garnered over 75% of the state committee's vote, asserting that Stefanik is a highly capable candidate with significant accomplishments. He criticizes the potential primary battle with Blakeman, noting that past primaries have depleted resources crucial for the general election. Cox also highlights the adverse effects of one-party rule in Albany, citing issues like cashless bail, recidivism, and increased budgets. He warns about businesses leaving New York and losing its status as the financial capital. Lastly, Cox outlines the GOP's focus on affordability and combating inflation as key campaign messages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let's talk about Johnson vs Stefanik_ counter-intelligence edition....

NY GOP Rep. Elise Stefanik sits down with Jake Sherman and Anna Palmer to chat about her feud with Speaker Johnson, her gubernatorial bid and more! Stick around after for That's Not Gonna Fly with The Wall Street Journal's Olivia Beavers and The New York Times' Carl Hulse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The real scandal in the Hegseth narco-terrorist strikes? Democrats are more furious about U.S. strikes on drug boats poisoning America than an Afghan national ambushing National Guardsmen in D.C. – exposing their depravity. Stefanik blasts Speaker Johnson for blocking deep-state reforms; Trump teases 2028 bench including Vance and Rubio; DOT threatens Minnesota's highway funds over fake Somali trucker licenses; Minneapolis mayor vows to shield Somali fraudsters from feds; Michael and Susan Dell pledge $6.25B to seed 25M kids' Trump investment accounts; Colorado dad heroically shoves armed burglar down stairs to protect sleeping children; and Scott Jennings nails why 2026 must laser-focus on domestic wins to avoid leftist court-packing nightmare.   The AM Update, Aaron McIntire, Pete Hegseth narco strikes, Afghan ambush, Somali fraud Minnesota, Trump accounts children, Michael Dell donation, home invasion Colorado, Elise Stefanik Mike Johnson, Scott Jennings 2026, deep state reform, Steve Deace Show

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AWS's approach to Elastic Kubernetes Service has evolved significantly since its 2018 launch. According to Mike Stefanik, Senior Manager of Product Management for EKS and ECR, today's users increasingly represent the late majority—teams that want Kubernetes without managing every component themselves. In a conversation onThe New Stack Makers, Stefanik described how AI workloads are reshaping Kubernetes operations and why AWS open-sourced an MCP server for EKS. Early feedback showed that meaningful, task-oriented tool names—not simple API mirrors—made MCP servers more effective for LLMs, prompting AWS to design tools focused on troubleshooting, runbooks, and full application workflows. AWS also introduced a hosted knowledge base built from years of support cases to power more capable agents.While “agentic AI” gets plenty of buzz, most customers still rely on human-in-the-loop workflows. Stefanik expects that to shift, predicting 2026 as the year agentic workloads move into production. For experimentation, he recommends the open-source Strands SDK. Internally, he has already seen major productivity gains from BI agents that automate complex data analysis tasks.Learn more from The New Stack about Amazon Web Services' approach to Elastic Kubernetes ServiceHow Amazon EKS Auto Mode Simplifies Kubernetes Cluster Management (Part 1)A Deep Dive Into Amazon EKS Auto (Part 2)Join our community of newsletter subscribers to stay on top of the news and at the top of your game.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In this Monday Headline Brief of The Wright Report, Bryan examines the rising risk of war with Venezuela, secret peace talks over Ukraine, the abduction of Christian schoolchildren in Nigeria, Israel's shifting posture in Gaza and Lebanon, and the domestic political fight over sedition and extremist rhetoric inside the United States government. U.S. and Venezuela Move Closer to War: President Trump authorized covert CIA operations inside Venezuela, prompting the FAA to warn airlines about dangerous conditions in Venezuelan airspace. Reports from Bloomberg, Reuters, and the New York Times confirm GPS jamming and rising military activity. A Russian oil tanker headed for Caracas was turned away twice by the USS Stockdale and is now anchored off Cuba. Bryan notes that the White House still hopes for a peaceful exit by President Maduro, with Colombia offering asylum in exchange for guarantees of no future attempts to kill or arrest him. Trump's Ukraine Peace Plan Faces Pushback: A secret twenty-eight-point peace plan leaked last week, calling for Ukraine to give up parts of the Donbas, reduce its military to six hundred thousand troops, and abandon NATO membership. The plan would also restore economic ties between Russia and the West and release frozen Russian funds for joint rare earth projects. European leaders object, and President Zelenskyy says negotiations must continue, insisting Ukraine needs a larger standing army to deter future invasions. Bryan emphasizes that Trump wants the deal signed by Thanksgiving, warning Zelenskyy that U.S. support may end if he refuses. Ukraine's Deepening Corruption Crisis: Fifteen to thirty percent of aid intended for Ukraine's military and energy needs has been stolen, according to recent reporting. Several allies of Zelenskyy have been arrested, and the president's key aide, Andriy Yermak, is widely suspected of involvement. Ukraine's anti-corruption agency plans more indictments this week, placing Zelenskyy in a weakened negotiating position. Islamists Kidnap Christian Children in Nigeria: Three hundred Christian students were abducted from a Catholic school in central Nigeria. About fifty escaped by fleeing into the forest and hiding until farmers rescued them. Boko Haram and other jihadist factions are believed to be responsible. Bryan warns that these groups aim to build an Islamic caliphate across the Sahel and into the Gulf of Guinea, threatening regional Christians and strategic minerals such as cocoa, iron ore, bauxite, and oil. Trump has warned Nigeria that failure to protect Christians could trigger U.S. military action. Israel Reshapes Gaza and Expands Strikes in Lebanon: U.S. troops are withdrawing from Gaza's coordination center. Israeli, Arab, and vetted Palestinian officials will manage reconstruction in a new "Green Zone," while unvetted Palestinians remain in a devastated area controlled by Hamas. Polling shows Hamas' support has risen inside Gaza, meaning roughly half the population may remain under militant control. Israel also intensified operations in Lebanon, killing Hezbollah's top military commander in a drone strike despite an ongoing ceasefire. Jewish Extremists Spark Crisis in the West Bank: Prime Minister Netanyahu convened emergency meetings after Jewish extremists torched Palestinian homes and cars in a village attack. Israeli officials say about two hundred seventy young men are responsible for the most recent incidents and vow to act. Sedition Caucus Escalates Rhetoric Against Trump: Former CIA, FBI, and military officials who now serve as Democrats in Congress released a video urging service members to resist unlawful orders from President Trump. Senator Elissa Slotkin admitted she knows of no unlawful orders but says such orders might come. Bryan calls the effort a psychological operation designed to sow confusion inside the military. Legal experts warn that service members who refuse lawful orders could face court-martial and prison. Trump Meets NYC's Socialist Mayor Elect: Zohran Mamdani met with President Trump on Friday, and the two agreed on issues such as electricity costs and housing. Mamdani later repeated his belief that Trump is a fascist and a Nazi, prompting Republican leaders like Elise Stefanik to call Mamdani a jihadist with a long documented history of radical associations. Bryan argues the evidence strongly supports Stefanik's view and warns against normalizing Mamdani's ideology. Eric Swalwell Runs for Governor of California: Representative Swalwell announced his campaign on Jimmy Kimmel Live, promising to lead the "Resistance" against Trump. Bryan revisits the long-running Chinese influence operation that targeted young California Democrats, including Swalwell, and raises questions about whether the FBI ever thoroughly investigated the network linked to his former associate Fang Fang. Good News in Medicine: Japanese researchers found that the amino acid arginine significantly reduced Alzheimer's-related plaque and inflammation in animal studies. Dosing remains experimental, but Bryan notes it could offer a promising option for families exploring right-to-try pathways.   "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32   Put a smile on your face and give joy to your taste buds… Give Masa and Vandy beef tallow chips a try today! Use code WRIGHT for 25% off your first order… at MASAchips.com or VandyCrisps.com. 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On this Wednesday, Tunnel to Towers edition of Sid & Friends in the Morning, Sid details next year's New York gubernatorial race where Governor Kathy Hochul holds a very early lead in the polls over Republican challenger Elise Stefanik. ICE enforcement is set to increase in New York City amid sanctuary city policies. The Senate passed a bill for the release of Jeffrey Epstein files, with President Trump reacting on social media. Outgoing Mayor Eric Adams has been active abroad with visits to Israel and Uzbekistan, stirring local political debates ahead of Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's inauguration in January. Bill O'Reilly, Bruce Blakeman, Jennifer Harrison, Peter King, Rich Lowry & Scott LoBaido join Sid on this hump day T2T installment of Sid & Friends in the Morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Governor Hochul is still in the lead, but Congresswoman Elise Stefanik is closing the gap in a hypothetical gubernatorial matchup according to a new Siena poll. Pollster Steve Greenberg dives into the data.

(Nov 18, 2025) As Elise Stefanik sets her sights on the governor's mansion, we take a look at her impact on New York's 21st Congressional District; the village of Potsdam is getting millions of dollars from the state to address flooding after months of community members working together to find solutions; and astronomer Aileen O'Donoghue guides us through this month's night sky.

Congresswoman Elise Stefanik calls into the program to discuss her run for Governor of New York next year, highlighting the importance of a primary focused on issues rather than personal attacks if Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman decides to jump in as well. Stefanik criticizes Kathy Hochul and Chuck Schumer for their roles in the government shutdown, arguing that they have prioritized political gain over the well-being of New Yorkers. She also discusses the rift within the Democratic Party and her commitment to a campaign that appeals to a broad range of voters, including Democrats, Republicans, and independents. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Politics rapidly changes. VA is a prime example. NY could see the next shakeup with Stefanik running against Hochul in 26. Could a Republican win the state after commie Mamdani wins the city and more!

(Nov 11, 2025) The government shutdown could cause a program that provides free preschool and childcare for low income families in Warren County to close at the end of the month; woters in the North Country are finding flaws in the candidates who are running to be New York's governor; and local PBS stations will host sneak previews of Ken Burns' much-anticipated docuseries on the American Revolution this week.

(Nov 11, 2025) North Country Congresswoman Elise Stefanik is moving on to Albany, trying to unseat Democratic Governor Kathy Hochul. We hear from voters in the region, who are finding flaws in both candidates. Also: A Head Start program in Warren County is at risk of closing even if the federal government starts business again soon.

(Nov 10, 2025) Jimmy Vielkind and Andrew Waite from the New York Public News Network discuss Congresswoman Elise Stefanik's bid for New York governor; Assemblyman-elect Michael Cashman says he plans to make the North Country's voice heard as a member of the legislative majority in Albany; and today is the 50th anniversary of the S.S. Edmund Fitzgerald shipwreck in Lake Superior, and we have a conversation with the drummer on the song that sought to memorialize the tragedy.

Congresswoman Elise Stefanik joins Sid to officially announce her candidacy for Governor of New York, discussing her motivations and vision to replace current Governor Kathy Hochul. Stefanik highlights her track record of leadership and critiques Hochul's tax policies, energy decisions, and handling of anti-Semitism. She also addresses Hochul's controversial endorsement of Zohran Mamdani, framing it as a betrayal to New Yorkers. Stefanik emphasizes her support from diverse groups, including endorsements and donations, and underscores the need for stronger leadership in New York. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Friday edition of Sid & Friends in the Morning, Sid starts with updates on US flight cancellations due to the longest government shutdown in history, affecting major airports. Next, he discusses Republican Congresswoman Elise Stefanik announcing her run for New York governor in 2026, before expanding on criticisms of New York City Mayor-elect Mamdani's anti-Semitic policies. Following this, Rosenberg shifts to Nancy Pelosi's announcement of not seeking reelection and President Trump's reaction to that wonderful news. Finally, Sid delves into sports predictions for college and NFL games coming up this weekend. Alan Dershowitz, Brian Kilmeade, Elise Stefanik, Joe Tacopina, K.T. McFarland & Vickie Paladino join Sid on this Friday installment of Sid & Friends in the Morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(Nov 7, 2025) North Country Congresswoman Elise Stefanik announced her run for Governor of New York this morning; amid cuts to social safety net programs like SNAP, folks in the North Country are stretching their dollars even further; in today's North Country at Work story, we hear from a code enforcement officer who's responsible for a big chunk of Essex County; and John Warren checks on trail conditions ahead of a snowy Adirondack weekend. 

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Rep. Elise Stefanik, Republican congresswoman representing New York's 21st district and author of the upcoming book Poisoned Ivies: The Inside Account of the Academic and Moral Rot at America's Elite Universities (April 2026), joined The Guy Benson Show today to discuss the growing radicalism in New York politics that has reared it's ugly head with Zohran Mamdani's election in NYC. Rep. Stefanik discussed how Governor Kathy Hochul's enabling and endorsement of him signal just how far the party has strayed, and Stefanik explained why Hochul's embrace of the far left will cost her dearly in Upstate New York, showing she's lost touch with everyday Democrats and New Yorkers. Rep. Stefanik also addressed the disturbing rise of antisemitism and anti-Israel sentiment on college campuses, calling out the lack of leadership accountability that's pushing some Democrats to side with Republicans. Finally, Stefanik hinted that a major announcement about her own potential run for governor is coming "very, very soon," and you can listen to the full interview below! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Congresswoman Elise Stefanik joins the show to talk about her potential run for Governor of New York, criticizing current Democratic leadership, including Andrew Cuomo and Kathy Hochul. She highlights issues such as rising crime rates, economic failures, and antisemitism, endorsing Curtis Sliwa for mayor and denouncing opponents like Zohran Mamdani. Stefanik underscores the need for new leadership and her commitment to reducing taxes and improving affordability in New York. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Inez Stepman of the Independent Women's Forum fills in for Jim on the Thursday 3 Martini Lunch. Join Inez and Greg as they discuss what they hope will soon be the release of the remaining hostages held by Hamas, a major economic policy blunder by the Democrat running for governor in Virginia, and a surprising dead heat in the 2026 New York governor's race.First, they welcome reports that Hamas has agreed to release the living hostages and the remains of the rest as part of Phase 1 of President Trump's Middle East plan. Inez cautions against celebrating until the hostages are actually home but credits Trump for getting Hamas sympathizers in Qatar and Turkey to pressure Hamas into accepting the deal.Next, they highlight Virginia Democratic gubernational nominee Abigail Spanberger openly supporting a 2020 law passed and signed by Democrats that mandates all energy in Virginia must be renewable by 2050. There are two problems with that. There's no indication that will be feasible. And if it is, energy costs will skyrocket by thousands of dollars per year for the average customer. Inez argues that Spanberger is another Democrat falsely branded as a moderate despite her progressive record.Finally, they break down new polling that shows New York Gov. Kathy Hochul locked in a statistical tie with her likely GOP challenger, Rep. Elise Stefanik. Hochul's endorsement of Zohran Mamdani for mayor in New York City does not appear to be resonating well throughout the state. Please visit our great sponsors:Support your health with Dose Daily.  Save 25% on your first month when you subscribe at https://DoseDaily.co/3ML or enter code 3ML at checkout. OneSkin uses the patented OS-01 Peptide™ to improve skin and scalp health at the cellular level—try it now with 15% off using code 3ML at https://OneSkin.coCelebrate World Mental Health Day by starting your journey with BetterHelp—get 10% off your first month at https://BetterHelp.com/3ML

Congresswoman Elise Stefanik calls in to discuss her strong disdain for New York Governor Kathy Hochul, accusing her of prioritizing her political career over the welfare of New Yorkers. Stefanik criticizes Hochul's endorsement of Zohran Mamdani, calling it an appeasement to the far left and highlighting issues like increased crime rates, antisemitism, and high taxes under her governance. Stefanik strongly suggests Hochul is a weak and two-faced leader who fails to support New Yorkers' real needs. Additionally, the conversation touches upon the enthusiastic support Stefanik has received for a potential run for Governor and the tragic murder of Charlie Kirk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(Aug 29, 2025) Sen. Chuck Schumer says the ROTC program at Clarkson University in Potsdam will not shut down, a reversal of a previous Army announcement; a volunteer who works with children who have been abused shares why the work is valuable to him; NY-21's Elise Stefanik addressed concerns that ICE recruitment would take away from local police hires; we tag along with Emily Russell for a trail run in the Mediterranean; and, a preview of the Northern Current Music Festival in Saranac Lake.

Ralph welcomes Ben Cohen (anti-war activist and ice cream entrepreneur) to discuss his new campaign, "Up in Arms," which advocates for a common-sense Pentagon budget. Then, Ralph speaks to Guardian columnist Arwa Mahdawi about her recent piece: "When will we finally admit: the Gaza death toll is higher than we've been told."Ben Cohen is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and longtime anti-war activist. He is a co-founder of the ice cream company Ben & Jerry's and a prominent supporter of progressive causes. He is co-founder of Up In Arms, a public education and advocacy campaign pushing for a common-sense approach to military budgeting. In May of this year, Ben was arrested by Capitol Police after he interrupted Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s testimony by screaming,”Congress kills poor kids in Gaza by buying bombs and pays for it by kicking kids off Medicaid.”We're up in arms because the government has taken the kindness, the heart, the soul of the American people and essentially replaced it with so many bombs that there's no rational use for them. They've turned us all into mass murderers.Ben CohenYou know, politicians starting from Reagan are fond of saying “a nuclear war cannot be won and must never be fought.” And then they turn around and spend $100 billion a year on a nuclear arsenal that's capable of blowing up the entire world several times over. So they say one thing and they do another. I mean, a nuclear arsenal capable of blowing up the entire world several times over? That's not deterrence. That's delusion.Ben CohenI just go back to the moral issue of our time, which is Gaza—two-thirds of the American people don't support continuing to arm Israel. And we need to make our politicians pay the price for continuing to arm Israel… We have a midterm election coming up. If your guy voted to continue to essentially facilitate the genocide, vote them out.Ben CohenWhen you have more money than is needed, you tend to invite corruption, cost overruns, machinery that doesn't work, and I would advise that you look into why the GAO and the Pentagon auditors are being asked to do fewer audits of the military budget. Because there's almost a direct correlation between throwing money at a government program (especially at that scale) and corruption. And corruption is understandable to everybody. It's the number one political issue all over the world, when the pollsters poll.Ralph NaderArwa Mahdawi is a columnist for the Guardian and author of Strong Female Lead: Lessons from Women in Power. Here is her recent piece on the genocide in Gaza: “When will we finally admit: the Gaza death toll is higher than we've been told” (The Guardian, August 8, 2025)To be fair, the New York Times, Washington Post, and Wall Street Journal have published some pretty devastating reports from their reporters in that area. They've put out some devastating features on what's going on [in Gaza], but it doesn't translate into editorial denunciation by these papers. And it doesn't translate into taking the next step and doing what they would do in other conflicts around the world where there isn't so much prejudice and domestic pressureRalph NaderI'm an opinion writer, but as journalists, you're always supposed to report facts. And the fact is: we have absolutely no idea how many people are dead in the Gaza Strip. But there are plenty of studies (which I reference in the article—one Lancet peer-reviewed study, one letter to the Lancet by a highly-respected scientist, one empirical study by Michael Spagat) which show that the death count is a lot higher. So I truly believe that unless you're saying “the official figure from the Ministry of Health is around 60,000 but studies show it is probably much higher,” then that's just journalistic malpractice.Arwa MahdawiI think there's just this instinct to believe that Palestinians are lying and Israelis are telling the truth. And it also goes back to…this isn't just Israel's war, this is America's war as well. And this desire to see America as the good guys—we're the good guys, the Palestinians are the bad guys. And to have this black-and-white narrative where, obviously, we're the good guys, you know, and so if the Palestinian narrative casts doubt on that, then it must be wrong.Arwa MahdawiI always suggest that people write to the media outlets and say that they want to see more Palestinian narratives, they want the media outlets to voice their concern that foreign reporters are not being let in, that more aid workers are not being let in, that pictures are not coming out.Arwa MahdawiThere are very few pictures coming out of the scale of this destruction in Gaza, but when you see the ones that do come out, it is very, very obvious that there are more than 60,000 people dead.But there seems to be this lack of curiosity with some of my peers. Why aren't they asking, “Why aren't we seeing more pictures?” There should be nonstop outrage that their press freedom is being stifled like this and so many Palestinian journalists are being slaughtered.Arwa MahdawiNews 8/22/25* Last Thursday, during an event in her Masscusetts congressional district, Congresswoman Katherine Clark – who holds the position of House Minority Whip, making her the number two Democrat in the House – called Israel's campaign in Gaza a “genocide,” per Axios. According to Zeteo, this makes Clark the 14th member of Congress to use the “g word.” Lest she be accused of bravery however, Clark quickly walked back her comments. In a statement to the Jewish News Syndicate, Clark said “last week, while attending an event in my district, I repeated the word ‘genocide' in response to a question…I want to be clear that I am not accusing Israel of genocide.” This incident illustrates the cross-cutting pressures facing Democratic Party leaders. This divide will be on the agenda again at the DNC meeting on August 26th, where among other issues, party leaders will vote on competing resolutions to lay out the Democrats' position on Gaza. Allison Minnerly, the progressive DNC delegate sponsoring the resolution to end arms shipments to Israel, is quoted saying “Our voters…are saying that they do not want U.S. dollars to enable further death and starvation anywhere across the world, particularly in Gaza…I don't think it should be a hard decision for us to say that clearly,” per the Intercept.* Even as Democrats wrestle with their position on Gaza, the politics are clearly shifting. The Reject AIPAC coalition has released a new statement saying that among Democrats, AIPAC is now a “toxic pariah.” As evidence of this, Reject AIPAC cites the fact that only 14 House Democrats attended the AIPAC-sponsored Israel trip this year. According to Mondoweiss, “In 2023, the lobbying group brought 24 House Dems to Israel over recess. In 2019, over 40 attended.” Reject AIPAC also cites the fact that Reps. Valerie Foushee and Maxine Dexter, both recipients of millions of AIPAC dollars, voted to block arms to Israel and Foushee is even now rejecting AIPAC money. As these small victories mount, the horizon of possibility for movement within the party grows ever wider.* Last week, Tom Artiom Alexandrovich – a senior department head in Israel's National Cyber Directorate – was arrested in a “multi-agency operation targeting child sex predators,” in Clark County, Nevada according to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. According to Reuters, “Alexandrovich faces a felony charge of luring or attempting to lure a child or mentally ill person to commit a sex act ‘with use of computer technology.'” Yet, inexplicably, Alexandrovich was released by U.S. authorities and is back in Israel. This set off a firestorm in the U.S., with many accusing the Trump administration of facilitating Alexandrovich's release. The State Department was forced to issue a statement denying these claims, stating that Alexandrovich "did not claim diplomatic immunity and was released by a state judge…Any claims that the U.S. government intervened are false." The AP adds that the “Israeli Embassy in Washington and the Israeli Prime Minister's Office did not immediately return messages.” Disturbingly, the mainstream media seems to be purposely ignoring this case. While it has been covered by the Guardian, the Times of Israel, and Haaretz, there has been zero coverage in the New York Times or Washington Post, or ABC, NBC, or CBS. This media blackout adds fuel to the speculation that this case is being tamped down by the administration for political reasons.* Another troubling story regarding minors on the internet comes to us from Mark Zuckerberg's Meta AI. According to Reuters, internal documents from Meta Platforms detail “policies on chatbot behavior…[permitting] the company's artificial intelligence creations to ‘engage a child in conversations that are romantic or sensual,' generate false medical information and help users argue that Black people are ‘dumber than white people.'” Former Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan called these reports “disturbing” and cited a legal complaint filed by the FTC to the Justice Department against Snap in January, under her leadership, “charging that [Snap's] AI chatbot was creating risks and harms for young users.” Khan noted that the “DOJ hasn't filed the case or taken any steps to protect these kids,” and demanded that “Any lawmaker concerned about big tech's abuse of kids should ask what is going on.” The administration's lack of action on these issues indicates that despite their rhetorical inveighing against the tech industry, they are treating SIlicon Valley with the same kid gloves they use for the rest of corporate America, even when it affects minors.* In more positive news from abroad, the Washington Post reports that between 2022 and 2024, Mexico lifted a stunning 8.3 million residents out of poverty. This 18% drop in poverty includes a 23% decrease in extreme poverty and a 16% drop in moderate poverty. According to experts, this remarkable achievement is the result of the policies of former President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador, or AMLO, and his successor Claudia Sheinbaum, such as tripling the minimum wage and instituting a raft of social programs to aid “senior citizens, unemployed youth, students, farmers and people with disabilities.” President Sheinbaum is now plowing ahead with a new project – producing a “small, 100% electric, accessible [EV],” called the “Olinia,” to be fully manufactured and assembled in Mexico, per Mexico News Daily.* Turning to domestic politics, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik finally showed up in her district on Monday after an extended period of avoiding public appearances. At a ceremony honoring a late Clinton County clerk in Plattsburgh, Stefanik was drowned out by cries of “‘You sold us out!', ‘Shame!', and ‘Unseal the Epstein files!', along with a “steady stream of boos,” according to the Daily Beast. Stefanik “left the podium after speaking for less than a minute,” and when she returned, she was booed again. Stefanik's chronic absence and chilly reception is a bad sign for her gubernatorial aspirations. In the months since she has held a town hall, her constituents held a mock town hall where they addressed an empty chair, per WRGB, and New York Democrats AOC and Paul Tonko held town halls in her district, per the Albany Times-Union.* In more political news from New York, disgraced former Governor Andrew Cuomo is explicitly seeking to woo New York Republicans in his independent bid for Mayor of New York City. POLITICO reports that at a fundraiser at media mogul Jimmy Finkelstein's Southampton estate, Cuomo told the crowd that he agrees with President Trump that the “goal is to stop Mamdani.” To this end, he is trying to convince Republicans that they would be “wasting [their] vote on [Curtis] Sliwa,” the Republican nominee for Mayor, “because he'll never be a serious candidate.” Cuomo also implied that he is open to an alliance with Trump, telling the crowd “Let's put it this way: I knew the president very well.” Dora Pekec, a spokesperson for the Zohran campaign, is quoted saying “Since he's too afraid to say it to New Yorkers' faces, we'll make it clear: Andrew Cuomo IS Donald Trump's choice for mayor.”* In Texas, state Democrats have returned to the state, ending their attempt to defeat Governor Abbott's mid-decade redistricting scheme by denying the legislature a quorum. In a statement Gene Wu, chairman of the Texas House Democratic Caucus, said "We killed the corrupt special session, withstood unprecedented surveillance and intimidation, and rallied Democrats nationwide to join this existential fight for fair representation — reshaping the entire 2026 landscape," per the BBC. The legislature is now expected to approve the redrawn congressional maps; the state Democrats plan to continue fighting them in the courts. California has vowed to redraw their own maps to compensate for the expected loss of five Democrat-held seats in Texas. New York, New Jersey, New Hampshire and Maryland are also considering their own redistricting plans. Vice President JD Vance was deployed to Indiana to pressure Republicans in that state to redraw their maps to favor Republicans as well, per the IndyStar. It is a sad state of affairs that American politics has been reduced to such naked power grabbing plots, but here we are.* In local news, the federal occupation of Washington, D.C. continues to deepen. CBS reports the governors of at least six Republican-led states are sending contingents from their National Guards to the capital. These include Mississippi and Louisiana, West Virginia, South Carolina, Ohio and Tennessee. Just what these troops will do in Washington remains unclear. Tennessee Governor Bill Lee, who is sending 160 troops, cited “monument security” and “traffic control” among their official responsibilities. The federal agents on the ground, with little to do – the DOJ itself reports as violent crime is at a 30-year low in the District – seem to be mostly just harassing residents. The Daily Beast reports ICE tore down a banner and replaced it with a dildo. A local, Amanda Moore, posted a photo of 15 federal agents calling an ambulance for a drunk girl in Dupont Circle. And, while the Lever reports D.C. corporate lobbyists pushed for the occupation, it is wreaking havoc on local businesses; Rolling Stone reports reservations at D.C. restaurants are down between 25 and 31%, to take just one example. We can only hope that this pointless, destructive farce of quasi-fascistic political theater ends sooner rather than later.* Finally, investigative reporter and Iraq war veteran Seth Harp is out with a new book – The Fort Bragg Cartel: Drug Trafficking and Murder in the Special Forces – which details the double murder of Master Sergeant Billy Lavigne and Chief Warrant Officer Timothy Dumas, along with the “many more unexplained deaths…other murders connected to drug trafficking in elite units, and dozens of fatal overdoses,” at Fort Bragg in North Carolina. Among other remarkable discoveries, Harp “describes a U.S. special forces k9 [unit] that was given titanium dentures and encouraged to feast on human brains in the field,” in the words of publisher and producer Chris Wade. Remember these titanium dentures whenever you hear that there is no money to pay for critical social programs. The money is there. The political will is not.This has been Francesco DeSantis, with In Case You Haven't Heard. Get full access to Ralph Nader Radio Hour at www.ralphnaderradiohour.com/subscribe

Elise Stefanik, the U.S. representative for New York's 21st congressional district, joins Sid to touch upon Democratic names including Andrew Cuomo, Eric Adams, and Kathy Hochul, and emphasizing the importance of electing Republican candidate for Mayor Curtis Sliwa. She highlights issues within the Democratic Party, including allegations of corruption and radical policies. Stefanik also addresses personal attacks she faced at a memorial event in her district, expressing dismay at the behavior of Democratic activists. The conversation concludes with mentions of her potential gubernatorial candidacy and her ongoing support for local Republican candidates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Putin in Alaska, Stefanik gets booed, Trump Stinks, Gavin keeps on meming and the idiots in charge can't see what he's doing, US Soldiers on their knees rolling out the red carpet for an enemy,  Epstein, and the Piece De Resistance? Trump's ear wasn't shot..if it was, he'd never stop talking about it. NSFW because if you're not swearing you're not paying attention.

The New York City mayor's race continued to heat up this week with a rent-stabilized apartment showdown between Zohran Mamdani and Andrew Cuomo; former Governor David Paterson throwing his support behind Mayor Eric Adams; and Mamdani hitting all five boroughs on an anti-Trump tour. NY1 investigative reporter Courtney Gross, political reporter Bobby Cuza and statehouse reporter Bernadette Hogan discuss a scorcher of a week in the dog days of summer.   After that, the focus shifts to Albany, where Gov. Kathy Hochul's approval numbers are ticking upward in a new Siena University poll, even as her lead over likely challenger Elise Stefanik narrows. The “Off Topic” team breaks down what the numbers could mean for Hochul's reelection strategy more than a year out from the vote.

Congressman Tim Walberg of Michigan's 5th District joins the show to tackle two hot-button issues. First, he weighs in on the Canadian wildfires and the ripple effects across the U.S. Then, Walberg dives into a major new development: the exposure of troubling ties between Harvard University and the Chinese Communist Party, unveiled alongside Reps. Moolenaar and Stefanik. National security, environmental responsibility, and transparency take center stage.