Podcast appearances and mentions of Susan Collins

In this passionate segment, the host unloads on Senate Republican leadership following the dramatic failure of the SAVE Act—federal legislation aimed at requiring documentary proof of citizenship to register to vote. The host rails against Senator Mitch McConnell, claiming he used his final energy before being hospitalized to join three other Republicans—Thom Tillis, Lisa Murkowski, and Susan Collins—to block a version of the bill packed with controversial amendments. Despite Senate Majority Leader John Thune moving past the issue, the host remains defiant, insisting that a clean version of the bill actually holds a 50-vote threshold. The commentary takes a fierce swipe at the globalist "establishment" wing of the party, calling out establishment primary ads as fake and predicting a total realignment of purple and blue states if election integrity measures finally clear the Senate. Custom Labels Battleground America Podcast, SAVE Act Voting, Mitch McConnell Hospitalization, Election Security Bill, Establishment Republicans, John Thune Senate, Voter ID Requirements, Thom Tillis, Political Commentary, Republican Party Realignment

Ralph talks to journalist and M.Div. Chris Hedges about Pope Leo XIV's encyclical on artificial intelligence. Then, Ralph speaks with Rick Engler (former member of the US Chemical Safety and Hazards Investigation Board) about Trump's proposed closing of that agency. Finally, Ralph pays tribute to some recently departed friends.Chris Hedges is a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, who spent nearly two decades as a foreign correspondent in Central America, the Middle East, Africa and the Balkans. He is the host of The Chris Hedges Report, and he is a prolific author— his latest book is A Genocide Foretold: Reporting on Survival and Resistance in Occupied Palestine.I think that Pope Leo kind of missed the point of AI. In that he describes that it could be a positive force for Catholic education (these are his words), compassionate health care, creative platforms that tell the Christian story with truth and beauty. I think those were all indications to me that he didn't quite understand what AI is about. It's not about education, it's not about compassion, it's not about truth, and it's not about beauty. It is a very pernicious force that will go beyond, of course, replacing all sorts of labor, but creating a world where fact and fiction are blurred together.Chris HedgesI think that mass organization is kind of all we have left as we barrel towards an authoritarian state. Congress doesn't function, certainly doesn't function as Congress was designed to function. They have surrendered their traditional constitutional authority, including, of course, the call for Congress to declare war. And this kind of unitary executive branch—this was put into place, by the way, before Trump. He's just taken advantage of it…And I think that it's absolutely fundamental that we recapture that kind of militancy, that kind of organized workforce that has traditionally throughout our history been such an important corrective to democracy—along with, of course, journalism.Chris HedgesRick Engler is a former U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board member and labor advocate who founded the New Jersey Work Environment Council. He has advocated for successful landmark state and national public policies that ensure workers and the public's “right to know” about potential chemical dangers, and that promote safer processes, chemical incident prevention, and whistleblower protection.The CSB is unique. I mean, nobody would think of abolishing the National Transportation Safety Board. And no one should think about abolishing the Chemical Safety Board, which does the same thing. It's not about issuing, in this case, fines or violations. It's about trying to understand the underlying causes of what led to these incidents.Rick Engler[Trump's allies] have a certain religious fervor about this. When I talk to plant managers, the plant managers of the corporations are much more careful and nuanced in most cases. They don't want their own plants to explode. But somewhere at the higher corporate levels, I think they're just willing to take the risks that the tradeoff for them is: Trump is supporting them in so many ways, why interfere? Why become part of some nuanced opposition to the most extreme EPA attacks? But I do think the elimination of the CSB is driven by the Trump administration in a way that wouldn't be happening if it was just left to the chemical industry trade associations alone. I'm not sure that's an adequate answer. I'm actually kind of puzzled by it. Because it's also really clear that if there was any one major incident, it would cost so much money—not only in the human tragedy of the lives lost and neighbors harmed and evacuations and shelter-in-place and property damage, but these incidents destroy facilities.Rick EnglerNews 6/12/26* Our top stories this week come to us from California, where, after an excruciatingly protracted wait, authorities have finally called some of the most high-profile races. In Los Angeles, Democratic Socialist City Councilwoman Nithya Raman has secured the second slot in the mayoral race, beating out reactionary former reality television star Spencer Pratt, PBS reports. Pratt garnered significant attention from conservative media for his slick AI-generated ads and his false claims about living in an airstream trailer after his LA home burned down in the recent fires. In actuality, he was living in the posh Bel Air hotel, billed as a campaign expense, per TMZ. Now the question becomes whether or not Raman will be able to expand her coalition to unseat incumbent Mayor Karen Bass in November.* If Raman's victory is the good news however, the bad news is that Trump-endorsed Republican Steve Hilton will advance in the gubernatorial race. He will face off against former California Attorney General and Secretary of Health and Human Services Xavier Becerra, who has accepted large campaign contributions from the California Association of Realtors, the California Medical Association and even Chevron, per CalMatters. This outcome means progressive billionaire Tom Steyer will not advance. Many are placing the blame for this on former Congresswoman Katie Porter, who remained in the race despite clearly failing to achieve any real viability throughout the race. This has drawn comparisons to Elizabeth Warren's perceived role as a spoiler candidate vis-a-vis Bernie Sanders in the 2020 Democratic Primary, particularly since Porter is a highly visible protégé of Senator Warren. In his concession speech, Steyer closed by telling his supporters “Pay attention. Know what you deserve, and know who is on your side. Understand who the villains are, and say their names out loud. Continue to demand more from your leaders and your government, until they give you the California – and the country – you know you deserve. I will be with you all the way.”* Elsewhere in California however, progressives scored major victories. In California's 22nd congressional district, Bernie Sanders-backed Randy Villegas secured a spot in the top two, beating out his opponent Jasmine Bains, who enjoyed the backing of AIPAC and 53 corporate donors, according to the American Prospect. He will face Republican incumbent Congressman David Valadao in November. Even more impressive is the victory of progressive challenger Mai Vang in California's 7th district primary, where she actually emerged as the top vote getter, beating out longtime incumbent Congresswoman Doris Matsui. However, because Matsui, who is 81 years old, won the second-most votes, she will still advance to the general election.* Another much-anticipated primary was held this week on the exact other end of the country. In Maine, Graham Platner trounced his opponents in the Democratic Senate race, winning over 70% of the vote despite a concerted campaign against him in the national press. In his victory speech, CNN reports Platner wrote off the smears, saying “They don't know Maine.” Furthermore, he said “If you believe, as I do, that we can change our politics, and change our country, then you must also believe that people can change…To all those who feel let down, disappointed, or disillusioned. It is my job to earn your trust, your faith, and your support. And I will spend every day of this campaign, and if I have the privilege, every day in the United States Senate, doing exactly that.” Platner will face off against five-term incumbent Senator Susan Collins in a race that will be decisive if Democrats are to have any chance of retaking the Senate in the 2026 midterms.* Turning towards the plains, two candidates are starting to show a surprising level of viability in heavily Republican, rural states. First, in Idaho, Todd Achilles is running as an independent against Republican incumbent Senator Jim Risch. Achilles served as a tank commander and armor officer in the Army before a varied career in the corporate world, education and now politics, according to Independent Voter News. The most striking development in this race is a new poll showing that while “Achilles starts out…behind by 14 points at 48-34…once voters hear biographical information about him and negative messaging about Senator Risch, he gains a full 17 points…[leading] Risch, 41% to 38%.” If accurate, this would be a stunningly close race in a state where registered Republicans outnumber registered Democrats by a margin greater than 5-to-1.* In South Dakota, Brian Bengs, another veteran turned educator – turned, in this case, National Park Ranger – is running shockingly close to incumbent Republican Senator Mike Rounds in a head-to-head matchup. According to the South Dakota Standard, the latest polling shows Rounds leading Bengs 44% to 40%, with 16% undecided. Moreover, like the Achilles poll, when voters are given biographical information about Bengs and negative messaging about Senator Rounds, that margin flips to 44% in favor of Bengs, compared to just 42% for Rounds. If these polls are accurate and independent candidates – not just Achilles and Bengs but also Dan Osborn in Nebraska and Seth Bodnar in Montana – prove viable, perhaps even victorious, in states long seen as out of reach for non-Republicans, there will have to be a serious reckoning with the toxicity of the Democratic Party brand in the American heartland.* In Michigan, progressive candidate Abdul El-Sayed has picked up perhaps the most critical possible endorsement in the state: that of the United Auto Workers. In a statement, the union wrote that “UAW members in Michigan want a fighter in Washington, D.C. who isn't afraid to push forward a strong working-class agenda with moral clarity…From Medicare for All to banning stock buybacks, Dr. Abdul El-Sayed is ready, eager, and well-equipped to move our core issues in the U.S. Senate.” Whether because of this endorsement or not, El-Sayed now seems to be in the driver's seat in this primary. This endorsement dovetails with UAW President Shawn Fain's rumored frustration with the mainstream labor movement for not doing more to back labor candidates, such as Clare Valdez in New York, who was a UAW organizer before entering the State Assembly.* On the House floor meanwhile, lame-duck dissident Republican Congressman Thomas Massie delivered a barn-burner of a speech this week, demanding that the government reopen the investigation into the 1967 Israeli attack on the USS Liberty, Al Jazeera reports. The attack on the Liberty, a US Navy vessel, killed 34 service members and injured 171 others. For decades, Israel has claimed that this was nothing more than an accidental incident of friendly fire, but the surviving veterans have long disputed this explanation, contending that it was a deliberate attack, either as a “false flag operation or because they simply didn't want anybody observing what they were doing that day.” Massie called on the House to “give them closure…It's long overdue. And then they can have their justice.”* Looking to Latin America, the presidential election in Peru is, predictably, coming down to a razor thin margin, WLRN reports. This race, between left-wing Senator Roberto Sánchez and Keiko Fujimori, perennial presidential candidate and daughter of former dictator Alberto Fujimori, currently stands at 50.004% for Fujimori and 49.996% for Sánchez, with 98.258% of the votes tabulated. Sánchez was favored to win after the in-country votes were counted, then Fujimori pulled ahead when the votes from Miami came in, other absentee votes eroded that margin and gave Sánchez the edge once again but Fujimori has yet again pulled ahead by a hair. This is Fujimori's fourth presidential campaign, making it to the runoff each time but ultimately losing by the narrowest of margins.* Finally, in Colombia, Progressive International reports that while Colombian President Gustavo Petro presides at the United Nations Security Council, “conservative forces in the country's legislature have conspired against the constitution to ‘SUSPEND' his presidency — just 11 days from the run-off presidential election.” While Reuters adds that the proposal must be “debated and approved by all ‌16 ⁠members of the [legislative Commission of Investigation and ​Accusation] and subsequently by the Senate before it can take effect,” it is hard to see this as anything besides an opportunistic grab for power while the proverbial cat is away. Petro's four-year term ends in August; the runoff in the presidential election, between leftist Ivan Cepeda and right-wing lawyer Abelardo ​De La Espriella, will be held on ​June 21st.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

On Tuesday night, oyster farmer and combat veteran Graham Platner overwhelmingly sailed to victory in the Democratic Senate primary in Maine. His opponent, Gov. Janet Mills unofficially dropped out in late April, leaving Platner effectively unopposed. But a series of scandals rocked his candidacy, leaving his viability against Republican Sen. Susan Collins in November in question.The veteran has repeatedly emphasized the way his combat trauma made him a worse version of himself, and how in later years he has been able to heal and evolve. In Maine, Democrats so far appear to have accepted that message of redemption, and his promise to provide a progressive economic agenda for Maine.“It's a very working-class state that has been very badly impacted by job loss and then, in recent years, by a pretty extreme wave of gentrification,” Intercept reporter Noah Hurowitz says. “The progressive policy agenda of Graham Platner combined with the perceived authenticity of his ‘I am a fighter, I will actually do this,' whereas Janet Mills who has been in power and overseen a lot of this and has not been perceived to bring a lot of the changes that Mainers seek” is resonating with voters. We also check in on California, where Intercept contributor Jordan Uhl breaks down the latest conspiracy theories about voter suppression, which conservatives have hinged on the defeat of former reality TV star Spencer Pratt, and the early results in the governor's race. Uhl also breaks down how betting platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket are adding to the confusion, and what that could mean come November. “If they don't like the outcome, it's rigged. If they like the outcome, it's fine,” says Uhl. “At the gubernatorial level, you can see how Megyn Kelly pointing to prediction market data is symptomatic of a larger problem here. People weren't looking to actual polling data. They were looking to the behavior of gamblers to inform their analysis.”Full transcript: https://interc.pt/3S6IcaaKeep our investigations free and fearless at theintercept.com/join. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's Casual Friday on The Majority Report On today's program: Elon Musk is set to become the world's first billionaire as Space X launches its initial public offer today. A More Perfect Union explains how this sketchy IPO could destroy many people's 401(K) accounts. Heather 'Digby' Parton, columnist at Salon and publisher of the Hullabaloo blog, joins to recap the week's news. Topics include the war in Iran, midterm elections and more. In the Fun Half: CNN airs a compilation showing the 39 times that Donald Trump claimed that we a deal with Iran is imminent. Trillionaires Trump is now claiming that Strait of Hormuz has been open the whole time, but we just didn't know it because it was a secret. Shhhhh don't tell the Ayatollah. Department of Energy secretary Chris Wright admits under oath that he lied when he tweeted that the U.S. had successfully escorted an oil tanker through the Strait of Hormuz back in March. That kind of conflicts with Trump's claim that the strait has been open. Elissa Slotkin issues a press release stating that she believes that Michael Martin, a Trump pick for a U.S. district court, would be different from the president's other picks in that he will admit that Biden won the election in 2020 and that January 6 was an attack on the Capitol. Unfortunately for Slotkin, Martin answered those questions in the exact same fashion as all of Trump's other sycophantic nominees. Marco Rubio cites three examples of what make America so unique; our constitution, the moon landing and the UFC. We take a trip back to 2018 to watch Susan Collins on CNN promising that Bret Kavanaugh would not overturn Roe v Wade. All that and more. To connect and organize with your local ICE rapid response team visit ICERRT.com The Congress switchboard number is (202) 224-3121. You can use this number to connect with either the U.S. Senate or the House of Representatives. 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 AM Quickie 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: NUTRAFOL: Get $10 off your first month's subscription + free shipping at Nutrafol.com when you use promo code TMR10 DELETEME: Go to Leesa.com for the Early Access July 4th Sale 25% off PLUS get an extra $50 off with promo code MAJORITY SUNSET LAKE CBD: Use coupon code "Left Is Best" (all one word) for 20% off of your entire order at SunsetLakeCBD.com Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattLech On Instagram: @MrBryanVokey 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.  

Trump turns 80. Musk goes trillionaire. Maine's Dem frontrunner had a Nazi tattoo. In this episode: • Trump cancels Iran air strike — no one told Iran • Jay Clayton named DNI over actually qualified Bill Py • Todd Blanch nominated as permanent AG: commits one felony a day for Trump • $70 billion for ICE — body cameras not included • SpaceX IPO: the largest in stock market history — Musk becomes the world's first trillionaire • 1 million AI data centers in orbit. 1 million Optimus humanoid robots. The endgame. • Trump visited 22 medical specialists — zero psychiatrists • Trump turns 80 and gains weight: BMI 29.9, just under "obese" • Trumpflation is official • Graham Platner leads Susan Collins by 9 points in Maine • Platner's skull-and-bones tattoo turned out to be a Nazi SS symbol • Platner's digital trail: racism, misogyny, and trivialization of rape • NYT hints Platner may have been physically abusive toward women Key figures covered: Donald Trump, Elon Musk, Todd Blanch, Jay Clayton, Graham Platner, Susan Collins, Pete Hegseth, Bill Gates, Steven Miller

Marjorie Taylor Greene appears on Russian state media to bash America. Buckley Carlson goes on Megyn Kelly to pimp Susan Collins in support of Graham Platner. New documents reveal the Scottish girls from the viral axe video were actually defending themselves from two migrants who were harassing and assaulting them. Jerry Seinfeld has a CLASSIC response when asked about “Free Palestine”. Actor Dean Cain and Writer/Artist Gabe Eltaib join us to share their new 1980's style graphic novel project, “"Dean Cain All-American Lawman Volume Two: The Hong Kong Connection". Author and Former DHS Member Brand Thor joins us to debate Trump's Iran strategy with Dana and discuss his new thriller, “Choke Point” and more commentary.Thank you for supporting our sponsors that make The Dana Show possible…Relief Factorhttps://www.ReliefFactor.comDeclare your independence from pain with Relief Factor—start the 3-Week QuickStart for just $17.76Prebornhttps://www.PreBorn.com/DanaDonate today to help another Mother and Father experience hope. $28 sponsors one ultrasound and can help save a baby's life. Or Dial  #250 and say BABYNative Path Grass Fed Collagenhttps://GetNativePath.com/DanaFor my special offer get up to 45% OFF. Try it risk-free with a 365-day money-back guarantee.Byrnahttps://Byrna.com/DanaTrusted by law enforcement, security professionals, and everyday Americans—defend yourself and your family with Byrna.HumanNhttps://Humann.com/DanaSave $5 on HumanN Cholesterol Health Daily at Sam's Club. Head to your local Sam's Club and do more to support your cholesterol health with the science-first brand. Patriot Mobilehttp://PatriotMobile.com/DANAVisit online or call 972-PATRIOT and use promo code DANA for a FREE month of service.Ghost Bedhttps://GhostBed.com/DANAGhostBed has the cooling luxury mattress you need for the best summer sleep. Use code DANA for an extra 10% off sitewide.Noble Goldhttps://NobleGoldInvestments.com/DanaIf you want to see how physical gold and silver could fit into your portfolio, download Noble Gold Investments FREE Wealth Protection Kit. Pocket HoseText DANA to 64000For a limited time, get two FREE gifts—a 360° rotating pocket pivot and thumb drive nozzle when you buy a new Pocket Hose Ballistic; just text DANA to 64000, message and data rates may apply.Subscribe today and stay in the loop on all things news with The Dana Show. Follow us here for more daily clips, updates, and commentary:YoutubeFacebookInstagramXMore InfoWebsite

In this provocative commentary, the hosts highlight a perceived double standard in how hate symbols are treated in America based on political affiliation. The segment opens by discussing two recent instances in South Carolina—in Richland County and Hilton Head—where individuals faced severe backlash and enhanced criminal charges under local hate crime ordinances for spray-painting swastikas on property. The hosts contrast these local crackdowns with the national political stage, focusing on the unfolding controversy surrounding Graham Platner, the progressive candidate who just won the Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate in Maine. Despite mainstream media confirmations and reports from ex-girlfriends that Platner sports an SS Totenkopf tattoo—the symbol worn by Nazi concentration camp administrators—his popularity among the Democratic base actually surged. After his main primary opponent, Governor Janet Mills, suspended her campaign, Platner's polling numbers jumped from 61% to a commanding 73% victory. The commentary sharply critiques the political Left, accusing primary voters of harboring a deep anti-Americanism and utilizing online platforms like Blue Sky to mask extreme ideologies, concluding that the establishment is willing to overlook literal hate symbols when they are attached to an aligned political agenda. Graham Platner, Maine Senate primary, Janet Mills, Susan Collins, Richland County, Hilton Head, Hate crime laws, Swastika graffiti, SS Totenkopf tattoo, Double standards, Blue Sky, Political commentary

On this week's Defense & Aerospace Report Washington Roundtable, Dr. Patrick Cronin of the Hudson Institute think tank, Michael Herson of American Defense International, former DoD Europe chief Jim Townsend of the Center for a New American Security, and former Pentagon Comptroller Dr. Dov Zakheim of the Center for Strategic and International Studies join Defense & Aerospace Report Editor Vago Muradian to discuss the Senate markup of its version of the National Defense Authorization Act as House appropriators unveil their $1.07 trillion defense spending measure; as lawmakers pass Reconciliation 2.0 that funds President Trump's immigration efforts, Sens. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., and Susan Collins, R-Maine, see dim prospects for the $350 billion Reconciliation 3.0 plus up for the Pentagon; how the administration and lawmakers can pack $1.5 trillion in planned spending into a smaller funding package; the future of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act; the president's decision to tap US attorney Jay Clayton as the next Director of National Intelligence; what's next for the Iran war as Trump declares a deal involving Tehran and Jerusalem is imminent, a stance Iran and Israel deny; as Russia escalates its provocations against Europe, Washington prepares deep cuts to US capabilities for NATO, including cuts to fighter, bomber, reconnaissance, and refueling aircraft as well as a missile sub and warships including an aircraft carrier as NATO's Supreme Allied Commander Gen. Alex “Grinch” Grynkewich tells a European audience that “Russia is not looking for a conflict;” British Defence Secretary John Healey and Armed Forces Minister Al Carns resigned to protest Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer's unwillingness to increase defense spending to bolster the country's flagging military capabilities; Starmer visits Tokyo where officials express frustration that Britain is underfunding the Global Combat Air Program that includes Japan and Italy; Japan and South Korea work increasingly closely with Europe with the Takaichi to expand her tour of Europe during the upcoming G7 meeting; China continues to salami slice in South China Sea and arrests US citizen Min Zin, testing its detente with Washington; and Xi Jinping's visit to Pyongyang bolstered Kim Jong Un's nuclear hand.

Watching from afar as the Graham Platner situation continues to unfold, I'm both amused (by Kellyanne Conway and Trump's utter lack of self-awareness) and concerned that his being the Democratic nominee in Maine to unseat Susan Collins could make retaking the Senate a nailbiter. ---Meanwhile, Georgia Recorder scribe Jay Bookman joined me fresh from posting his latest op/ed: "Where is the state's commitment to helping Atlanta's public transit system succeed?"Valid question, indeed.

Trump calls off the Iran strikes, Southern Baptists vote to ban female pastors, and the Knicks see the biggest comeback in NBA Finals history! Get the facts first with Evening Wire. - - - Ep. 2836 - - - Wake up with new Morning Wire merch: https://bit.ly/4lIubt3  - - - Privacy Policy: ⁠https://www.dailywire.com/privacy⁠ morning wire,morning wire podcast,the morning wire podcast,Georgia Howe,John Bickley,daily wire podcast,podcast,news podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" gives a first look to the stories you need to know to start your day including President Trump unloading on newly nominated Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner, calling him a "low-level thug" while reaffirming his support for Senator Susan Collins as Republicans prepare to make Platner's Nazi tattoo controversy, personal scandals, and past conduct a central issue in the race; Pete Hegseth issuing a stark warning to Cuba after reports that Havana has acquired hundreds of military drones from Russia and Iran capable of threatening American territory and Guantanamo Bay; and the Trump administration defending World Cup visa restrictions after several Iranian officials, journalists, referees, and other visitors were denied entry over national security, terrorism, and public health concerns, and much more.

Today on The Gist, Its Not Even Mad. Mike Pesca is joined by venture capitalist Bradley Tusk and Manhattan Institute senior fellow Charles Fain Lehman for a panel debate on political judgment and modern vice. The trio dives into the results of the Maine Democratic primary, questioning whether progressive candidate Graham Plattner can overcome a cascade of personal scandals to unseat longtime Republican incumbent Susan Collins. They also dissect the election logistics of California and the explosion of mobile sports betting apps, tracking the friction between state and federal regulations while exploring how on-device gambling exploits algorithmic data to target young men. Produced by Corey Wara Video and Social Media by Geoff Craig Do you have questions or comments, or just want to say hello? Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠thegist@mikepesca.com For full Pesca content and updates, check out our website at https://www.mikepesca.com/⁠ For ad-free content or to become a Pesca Plus subscriber, check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://subscribe.mikepesca.com/ For Mike's daily takes on Substack, subscribe to The Gist List https://mikepesca.substack.com/ Follow us on Social Media:⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4_bh0wHgk2YfpKf4rg40_g⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pescagist/ X https://x.com/pescami TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@pescagist To advertise on the show, contact ⁠⁠⁠⁠sales@amplitudemediapartners.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today's show is packed with political chaos, viral moments, and plenty of hypocrisy. We break down RFK Jr.'s epic response to his critics, the latest developments involving Iran, Trump's push to get the SAVE Act through Congress, and the new legal fight over mail-in voting. Plus, we look at the Democrats' path to a Senate majority, the latest campaign ads from Susan Collins and Graham Platner, and Sunny Hostin's disastrous attempt to claim the moral high ground.Then, the Karmelo Anthony story takes another disturbing turn as activists ask for prayers for the murderer's family, his grandmother joins a racism chant, Jasmine Crockett minimizes the killing as “only one stab,” and protesters openly attack white Americans and reporters. We also cover the Belfast unrest, Europe's refusal to confront Islamist extremism, Jerry Seinfeld's response to “Free Palestine” protesters, the ActBlue CEO pleading the Fifth, Jeremy Boreing discussing his fallout with Ben Shapiro, and Candace Owens (weak) firing back at Dana Loesch.SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS TO SUPPORT OUR SHOWSchedule your FREE risk review from Bulwark Capital at https://KnowYourRiskPodcast.comReady to give MASA a try? Get 25% off your first order by going to https://MasaChips.com/CHICKS and using code CHICKS.Go to https://XX-XYAthletics.com for all your Father's Day shopping and show the guys we need them in this fight. Use code Chicks20 at checkout for 20% off. Give your eyes the care they actually deserve https://VanMan.shop/Chicks use code CHICKS for 15% off your first order. Because readiness isn't just for those in the field—it's for life. Explore simple ways to stay prepared at https://ReadyWise.com and save 10% with Chicks10Subscribe and stay tuned for new episodes every weekday!Follow us here for more daily clips, updates, and commentary:YoutubeFacebookInstagramTikTokXLocalsMore InfoWebsite

The US military drops 49 Tomahawk missiles on key Iranian infrastructure after one of our Apache helicopters with two pilots patrolling the Strait of Hormuz were nearly shot down in a drone strike. The President's blunt response to the new offensive: Either Iran signs the peace deal or we'll bomb the shit out of them. RINO senator Susan Collins is clearly feeling the squeeze as Trump offers his endorsement to beat Graham Platner. What she had to agree to in exchange. The USPS tells states that refuse to share voter roll data with the Trump administration it won't deliver their mail-in ballots.  

Last week the folks on Fox News promoted Republican candidates as if they were public relations specialists hired directly by their campaigns to create negative ads about their opponents. As we approach the midterm elections Fox News is ramping up its propaganda to aggressive and unapologetic Agitprop (Agitation and Propaganda Section of the Central Committee of the Communist Party) levels.As they have done in past elections Fox tends to focus on candidates that will get the biggest emotional reaction from its viewers rather than focusing on tight races. The race for the U.S. Senate seat in Iowa could be a nail bitter but the Democratic candidate, Josh Turek, is an incredibly likable Paralympic athlete and former state representative.Fox has put its focus instead on the U.S. Senate race in Maine between popular incumbent Susan Collins and Graham Platner, a deeply flawed man with no governing experience. Although Platner has a devoted following he also has major liabilities which Fox News is happy to exploit.Susan Collins has won her seat multiple times even when polls showed she might lose it. If Fox News really wanted to make sure that the Senate stays in Republican control it would shift its focus to races like Iowa instead of Maine.The network knows segments about Platner, and his troubled past will rev up the base and keep eyes glued the screen.The network also made an abrupt pivot in California as it became more and more obvious that the former reality star and crystal connoisseur Spencer Pratt wasn't going to make it to the general election in the Los Angels mayoral race.Instead of championing Pratt or even tearing down his opponents Mayor Bass or Los Angeles City Council member Nithya Raman, the network attacked California's vote counting process.Pratt, for now, won't become the second coming of their glorious leader Donald J. Trump. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit decodingfoxnews.substack.com/subscribe

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Citizen McCain celebrates its 200th episode with Meghan McCain and Miranda Wilkins diving into the stories dominating politics and culture right now. Meghan and Miranda react to a viral Turning Point speech about motherhood, faith, and the future of the conservative movement, sparking a candid conversation about family, fertility, and whether women without children are being pushed out of the political conversation. Then, Ryan Girdusky joins the show to break down the shocking Democratic Senate primary victory of Graham Platner in Maine, the growing questions surrounding his past, and what it could mean for Susan Collins and control of the U.S. Senate. The conversation also turns overseas as violent anti-immigration protests erupt in Northern Ireland following a horrific attack in Belfast. Ryan explains how immigration policy, asylum laws, and cultural tensions have pushed the United Kingdom toward a political breaking point. Plus: Why Meghan believes conservatives need more compassion for women navigating fertility struggles The future of immigration politics in the U.S. and Europe Susan Collins, dancing lobsters, and the Maine Senate race Bari Weiss, CNN rumors, and the latest media shakeups A look back at 200 episodes of Citizen McCain Two hundred episodes later, the mission remains the same: authentic conversations, spirited debate, and a place for the political normies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tehran launches retaliatory attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait. Zach Abraham, Bulwark Capital, talks about inflation and gas prices. Brendan Sorsby granted injunction vs. NCAA, eligible to play in 2026 after gambling admission. Graham Platner to face Susan Collins for Maine Senate seat. One-Hit Wonder Wednesday. World Cup news. Air Canada pilot accused of flying for 17 years without correct license.

Hunter Biden went viral, Graham Platner won Maine, and the AI bubble started to wobble, all in one week. Brian Derrick and Glennis Meagher break down the new inflation numbers and what they actually mean for your rent and your retirement, why Hunter Biden's chaotic run on X and his Candace Owens interview might be the best thing to happen to the Biden family in years, and how Graham Platner survived a brutal week of headlines to win Maine's Democratic Senate primary and line up a fight with Susan Collins.Then it's billionaire season. Bernie Sanders wants the public to own half of every major AI company just as SpaceX races toward a record-setting IPO, three big bills are jammed in Congress deciding exactly where your tax dollars go (ICE funding, FISA, and a 1.5 trillion dollar military budget), and FIFA is on track to make a fortune off a World Cup that New York taxpayers are helping foot the bill for, the same week the tournament kicks off.Also: the Knicks have had all of New York in a happy unifying chokehold, Spencer Pratt loses in LA, and Josh Turek is our Oath Candidate of the Week.If this podcast makes your week a little less unhinged, be sure to hit follow, leave us a rating and a review wherever you're listening. It takes a minute, and is 100% the single biggest thing that helps new listeners find a small podcast like our's. Thank you for your support!OATH CANDIDATE OF THE WEEK: Donate to Josh Turek's Campaign HERE!Send us a text!Vibes Only is a weekly political podcast hosted by Brian Derrick and Glennis Meagher, two political operatives turned creators breaking down the news of the week in politics, elections, and culture. New episodes every Thursday morning.Vibes Only on Instagram We're on TikTok tooFollow Brian on IG Follow Glennis on IG

During his acceptance speech last night, Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner told a packed room of supporters that “people can change.” Acknowledging past mistakes, he said he continues to learn from them and understands that earning the trust and support of his constituents is his responsibility. With the primary now behind him, Platner turns his attention to building support within his own party as he prepares to challenge Republican incumbent Sen. Susan Collins. Dan reacted to Platner’s victory, campaign, and personal record.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You’re listening to American Ground Radio with Louis R. Avallone and Stephen Parr. This is the full show for June 10, 2026. We open with a deep dive into the Iran negotiations — and the fundamental question that no amount of dealmaking experience can easily solve. President Trump is the greatest negotiator of his generation, but every negotiation assumes both parties want a mutually beneficial outcome. The Iranian regime wakes up every morning chanting death to America and death to Israel. Where is the common ground with people who want you dead? We trace the Iranian Revolution back to its founding act — not signing a constitution, not declaring independence, but taking Americans hostage — and explain why a regime defined by its opposition to America may never be capable of the kind of deal Trump has made in every other negotiation of his life. In our Top 3 Things You Need to Know, the U.S. and Iran exchanged fire again this week following Iran's shooting down of an American Apache helicopter — the U.S. launched fighter jet strikes on Iranian air defenses, Iran fired missiles at U.S. bases in Bahrain, Jordan, and Kuwait, and the U.S. launched a second wave of strikes Wednesday evening. President Trump said Iran was taking too long and would now have to pay the price. Then Democrats in Maine voted overwhelmingly to nominate Graham Plattner — the man with the SS tattoo, the predator website, and the endorsements of Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren — as their Senate candidate against Susan Collins. And Carmelo Anthony was convicted of murdering 17-year-old Austin Metcalf and sentenced to 35 years in prison — a jury that took just three hours to convict and another three hours to sentence, while protesters outside claimed the verdict was racist despite multiple Black teammates of Metcalf testifying that Anthony committed the crime. We dig into the aftermath of the Anthony verdict — specifically a petition circulating on Change.org calling for the arrest of Austin Metcalf's surviving twin brother Hunter, claiming his alleged behavior contributed to the murder. Our American Mamas Teri Netterville and Kimberly Burleson respond to the mother outside the courthouse who asked what she should tell her five sons after the verdict. The answer, says Teri, is simple — don't stab people. We also discuss the race-baiting that surrounded the trial from the beginning, the GoFundMe that raised millions for Anthony's defense, the impact statements from the Metcalf family in the courtroom, and why Carmelo Anthony's parents walked out rather than listen to Austin Metcalf's father speak. We also cover President Trump bringing the workers who restored the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool into the Oval Office — giving them presidential challenge coins and publicly honoring the people who actually did the work rather than the politicians who show up for the gold-plated shovel photo op. We call it exactly what it is — a reminder that America was built by people in tool belts, not people at podiums. In our Digging Deep segment, a new Signal poll heading into the midterms shows that swing voters — the ones who actually decide elections — believe Democrats are more focused on hating Donald Trump than solving problems by a margin of 23 points. We also note that only 58% of Americans say they are extremely or very proud to be American, including only 28% of voters under 30, and that 30% of Democrats say they are not at all proud of their country. We make the case that if you can't tell the American people what you love about this country or offer them solutions that have actually worked somewhere on earth, running on hatred of one man is not a winning message. We also weigh in on Graham Plattner's victory speech — in which he said it was his job to earn the trust of disappointed voters. We point out that trust is not the starting point. Vision is. And we ask the question JFK would have asked — what can you do for your country — and wonder how well his 1961 inaugural address would play at a 2026 Democrat rally. For our Bright Spot, the World Cup kicks off Thursday in the United States, Canada, and Mexico — and European fans traveling across America to follow their teams are going viral for the most American reasons imaginable. A German man driving from Georgia through Mississippi to Texas ate Waffle House at 1 a.m., stopped at Buc-ee's, and attended a practice match at Auburn Stadium where he posted that his European mind could not comprehend what he was seeing. A Swedish woman who flew into Indianapolis posted from a flight over Colorado that she had faster Wi-Fi than at home and that the United States had completely radicalized her within 48 hours. We call it what it is — the American dream, visible to everyone who arrives here with open eyes. And we close with the Chicago Bears officially heading to Hammond, Indiana — after Governor Pritzker couldn't offer them what they needed. They weren't asking for a bailout. They were willing to invest $2 billion of their own money. All they wanted was tax stability. A government that has no stability itself cannot give stability to anyone else. May your pursuit of happiness bring you joy. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts, visit AmericanGroundRadio.com, and join the conversation at 866-AGR-1776!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s a big deal when an oyster farmer from Sullivan launches a campaign to unseat one of Maine’s longest-serving U.S. senators. Republican Sen. Susan Collins, Maine’s second-longest-serving senator, marked a milestone Thursday by casting her 10,000th consecutive vote in Congress — extending her record-setting streak of never missing a vote. Please Subscribe + Rate & Review Philip Teresi on KMJ wherever you listen! --- KMJ’s Philip Teresi is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music or wherever else you listen. --- Philip Teresi, Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific News/Talk 580 & 105.9 KMJ DriveKMJ.com | Podcast | Facebook | X | Instagram --- Everything KMJ: kmjnow.com | Streaming | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s a big deal when an oyster farmer from Sullivan launches a campaign to unseat one of Maine’s longest-serving U.S. senators. Republican Sen. Susan Collins, Maine’s second-longest-serving senator, marked a milestone Thursday by casting her 10,000th consecutive vote in Congress — extending her record-setting streak of never missing a vote. Please Subscribe + Rate & Review Philip Teresi on KMJ wherever you listen! --- KMJ’s Philip Teresi is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music or wherever else you listen. --- Philip Teresi, Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific News/Talk 580 & 105.9 KMJ DriveKMJ.com | Podcast | Facebook | X | Instagram --- Everything KMJ: kmjnow.com | Streaming | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Maine, the stage is set for democrat Graham Platner to face republican Susan Collins in November's senate race. Plus, in California's governor's race, former Fox News host Steve Hilton advances to the general election facing democrat Xavier Becerra. And, a dangerous escalation threatens the cease-fire with Iran: the US launches new strikes after Iranian forces shoot down an army helicopter. Ali Velshi, Eugene Daniels, Kevin Frey, Sam Stein, Dave Weigel, Max Chafkin, John Harwood, and Jon Ralston join The 11th Hour tonight. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A.M. Edition for June 10. The Commodity Futures Trading Commission is set to propose new rules for booming prediction markets in an effort to crack down on manipulation and bets regulators determine aren't in the public interest. WSJ reporter Alexander Osipovich discusses where the CFTC is likely to draw the line – allowing most sports betting while targeting wagers on war, terrorism and assassinations. Plus, Democrat Graham Platner coasts to victory in Maine, teeing up a crucial Senate contest against Susan Collins in November. And GM follows Ford with a pivot into energy storage. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Correction: A previous version of this podcast incorrectly said the Senate had included funding for an anti-weaponization fund in the immigration bill that passed last week. In fact, the Senate bill refrained from adding language to kill the fund. (Corrected on June 10) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another primary night in America, once again with serious implications for November and beyond. Voters in Nevada, North Dakota, South Carolina and Maine cast their ballots today. As polls close, the focus is on the marquee Maine Senate race in which U.S. Marine veteran Graham Platner is expected to win the Democratic nomination to challenge incumbent GOP Sen. Susan Collins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Democratic voters nominate Platner, the progressive oyster farmer, despite a string of news stories about personal scandals, including a Nazi-linked tattoo and rough treatment of a former girlfriend. Is he too unappealing and too far left to beat Sen. Susan Collins? Or could he still drop out before the November election? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marine veteran Graham Platner will win the Democratic Senate nomination, CNN projects, setting up a showdown against five-term Republican Sen. Susan Collins, a race critical to Democrats' chances of flipping four GOP-held seats and winning a majority. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.politix.fmThe results from California are (mostly? almost completely?) in. They are mixed, and extremely consistent with pre-election polling. Naturally, Republicans are subjecting the country to a blizzard of lies. In this episode, Matt and Brian discuss:* The results, and the merits of the California election system, which maximizes ballot access, but at the expense of quick ballot counting.* What should California Democrats, and the national party, do about the scourge of GOP election lies?* Would Democrats really have been better off if they'd managed to lock Steve Hilton out of the governor's race, like they locked Spencer Pratt out of the LA mayor's race?Then, how do you solve a problem like Graham Platner? How do you catch an oyster, and snarf it down? How embellished is his self-depiction as a blue-collar outsider? How consistent is a clear, chronological recitation of his checkered past with his redemption story? Are we even anywhere near the point where it would make sense for Democratic voters in Maine to stay home or vote for Susan Collins, rather than Vote Blue No Matter Who as a harm-reduction strategy? The answer to the last question is “no,” but the answers to the rest are available in full to paid subscribers—just upgrade your subscription and pipe full episodes directly to your favorite podcast app via your own private feed.Further reading:* Matt's 17 thoughts about Graham Platner, from before the latest developments. * Brian argues California Dems should streamline their election process and simultaneously disqualify proven election liars from ballots in the state. * Andrew Weissmann's Liar's Kingdom.* Brian's 2017 piece on the pitfall of embracing “believe all women” as a political standard (tl;dr, some women are committed Trump loyalists with MAGA ethics).

Graham Platner, Democratic candidate for Senate from Maine, addresses his supporters in declaring victory in the Democratic primary, thanking them for his support, laying out his vision for the issues he hopes to champion on their behalf in Washington, D.C., and presenting a blistering criticism of Senator Susan Collins, his Republican opponent in the general election. Ali Velshi, MS NOW chief data reporter, breaks down primary election returns as they are reported. MS NOW's Alex Tabet shares his reporting on how Maine voters view the Senate primary race. And Jim Messina, former campaign manager for Barack Obama, and Alex Seitz-Wald, deputy editor of the Midcoast Villager, talk with Jen Psaki about the stakes of the 2026 election and what voters are showing their priorities are. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Voters in Maine have decided: controversy-plagued Democrat Graham Platner will face Sen. Susan Collins in the fall. Meanwhile in South Carolina, Sen. Lindsey Graham defeated MAGA challenger Mark Lynch, avoiding a runoff election. And with a key inflation report due later this morning, Morning Money newsletter author Sam Sutton joins the Playbook Podcast to preview the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) numbers and what they could mean for voters.  Follow POLITICO here:     ➤ X: https://x.com/politico/  ➤ Instagram:  / politico       ➤ Facebook:  / politico    For more news and analysis, subscribe to the Playbook newsletter: politico.com/playbook 

Description In this absolute barnburner of a segment, the host breaks down a massive legislative victory as Republicans outmaneuver Democrats to secure an additional $70 billion for ICE and Border Patrol! Plus, Senator Susan Collins delivers a major win for election integrity by flipping her vote on the SAVE Act. The commentary then shifts to the fallout of the South Carolina gubernatorial primary, setting the stage for a high-stakes runoff between Pam Evette and Alan Wilson. Finally, the host delivers a blistering critique of the political left, pointing to a recent U.S. Senate election in Maine to argue that the progressive movement's increasing embrace of socialism and radical ideologies is exactly why controversial candidate Grand Platner surged to a staggering 73% of the vote!

Description In this absolute blockbuster segment, the host kicks off with a rapid-fire news breakdown, detailing breaking updates on Fox regarding Donald Trump's shifting stance on Iran's "Bridge and Power Plant Day" strikes. The conversation then pivots to massive legislative wins, highlighting the $70 billion secured for ICE and Border Patrol, alongside Senator Susan Collins' crucial vote to advance the SAVE Act. The episode reaches its peak with an exclusive, hard-hitting interview with South Carolina gubernatorial candidate and current Attorney General Alan Wilson! Fresh off advancing to the primary runoff against Pam Evette, Wilson hops on the phone to face the heat. He goes fully on the record, promising monthly studio accountability sessions, a war against legislative pushback on redistricting, the total elimination of the state income tax, and an aggressive, Florida-style plan to deputize state law enforcement to hunt down and deport illegal immigrants.

Jon Herold comes in Wednesday on a lighter news day and makes the most of the material he has. Trump himself just debunked the June 30 Tulsi decode by announcing Pulte takes over on June 19, and Jon asks the obvious question: do any of the people who built entire posts around that date plan to retract them? Trump also signed the Secure America Act and made live comments claiming the reason Steve Hilton got approved quickly in California while Spencer Pratt got bumped is because he put enough heat on them. Jon reads that as an interesting but incomplete theory about how the fraud system responds to pressure. FISA 702 is expiring this week, Trump is posting that it must pass for World Cup and America 250 safety, and Jon's read is simple: the intelligence community does not need a law to surveil people and will continue doing so regardless. Jon also plays a Tim Pool 2021 clip where Pool calls election fraud talk voter suppression and warns it could get him demonetized on YouTube, then looks at Pool's current viral California fraud posts and has some thoughts about the consistency. The Save America Act hit 50 votes on a Mike Lee amendment with Susan Collins, SpaceX goes public Friday, and LA County voters are allegedly voting to raise their own taxes.

Hour 1 Segment 1 Tony starts the first hour of the show talking about Graham Platner winning the Maine primary election. Tony later plays President Donald Trump speaking on signing the Republican immigration enforcement bill into law. Hour 1 Segment 2 Tony continues to play President Trump speaking on signing the Republican immigration enforcement bill into law. Hour 1 Segment 3 Tony talks about the U.S. launching new attacks on Iran after they struck down one of the Apache helicopters. Hour 1 Segment 4 Tony wraps up the first hour of the show talking about President Trump answering questions about Graham Platner and Susan Collins. Tony also talks about Vice President J.D. Vance referring Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Keith Ellison to the DOJ for fraud investigation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 Segment 1 Tony starts the first hour of the show talking about Graham Platner winning the Maine primary election. Tony later plays President Donald Trump speaking on signing the Republican immigration enforcement bill into law. Hour 1 Segment 2 Tony continues to play President Trump speaking on signing the Republican immigration enforcement bill into law. Hour 1 Segment 3 Tony talks about the U.S. launching new attacks on Iran after they struck down one of the Apache helicopters. Hour 1 Segment 4 Tony wraps up the first hour of the show talking about President Trump answering questions about Graham Platner and Susan Collins. Tony also talks about Vice President J.D. Vance referring Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Keith Ellison to the DOJ for fraud investigation. Hour 2 Segment 1 Tony starts the second hour of the show talking about the U.S. removing millions of barrels of Iranian oil. Hour 2 Segment 2 Tony talks about Karmelo Anthony found guilty of the murder of Austin Metcalf and sentenced to 35 years. Tony also talks about Jasmine Crockett’s response to the verdict. Hour 2 Segment 3 Tony gets into three more things: more on the U.S. removing millions of barrels of Iranian oil, a Sudanese migrant getting arrested after trying to behead someone in Ireland, more on Graham Platner winning the Maine primary election, and Nancy Mace not advancing in South Carolina’s governor race. Hour 2 Segment 4 Tony wraps up the second hour of the show talking about the ActBlue CEO invoking the Fifth Amendment multiple times during her testimony to Congress. Hour 3 Segment 1 Tony starts the final hour of the show joined with Dr. Matt Will, economist from the University of Indianapolis, to talk about the May 2026 CPI reports. Hour 3 Segment 2 Tony talks more about the screwworm infestation that’s taking over Texas cattle herds. Hour 3 Segment 3 Tony continues his conversation with Dr. Matt Will to talk about why the inflation numbers are not a cause for alarm, and how President Donald Trump can make it better. Hour 3 Segment 4 Tony wraps up another edition of the show talking more about Graham Platner winning the Maine primary election. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An oyster farmer in Maine will try to unseat the only Republican senator from New England in November. AP correspondent Donna Warder reports.

In today's episode of The Alan Sanders Show, we dive into the escalating Iran crisis after Iranian forces downed a U.S. Apache helicopter in the Strait of Hormuz, triggering American retaliatory strikes. We analyze the guilty verdict and 35-year sentence for Karmelo Anthony in the shocking Texas high school track meet murder case. Graham Platner scores a major win in the Maine Democratic Senate primary, positioning him to challenge Susan Collins. Plus, explosive congressional testimony from ActBlue and the Southern Poverty Law Center raises serious questions about fundraising practices, donor oversight, and extremism labeling. Packed with analysis, updates, and unfiltered commentary you won't hear elsewhere. 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, TRUTH Social, TikTok, YouTube and Rumble by searching for The Alan Sanders Show. And, consider becoming a sponsor of the show by visiting my Patreon page!

A week after the primaries in California, gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton is now advancing to the general election in November. Hilton is holding nearly 25% to Democrat Xavier Becerra's 28%, with 88% of the votes counted. In Maine, voters nominated Graham Platner to take on incumbent Senator Susan Collins. Polls have painted a tough picture for her against Platner, with her trailing behind in most surveys conducted since March.President Trump, on Wednesday, bashing Iran for taking too long in negotiations and vowing to make them ‘pay the price.' It comes after the two sides exchanged new attacks after Trump blamed Tehran for the crash of an American attack helicopter. It's not currently clear what this will mean for Iran so far.House Republicans passed a major $72-billion immigration enforcement and border security package, that would fund ICE and CBP through the end of Trump's term. The measure passing mostly along party lines in a 214-to-212 vote. Democrats unanimously opposing the bill, arguing it expands immigration enforcement without additional reforms or oversight. The bill now heads to President Trump's desk, where he is expected to sign it into law.

Democrat Graham Platner (aka the guy who used to have a Nazi tattoo) a Marine veteran, has won Maine’s Senate primary and will face Republican incumbent Susan Collins in a high-stakes 2026 race. The contest proves Nazi's only matter is they are Pres. Donald Trump. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Broeske & Musson' on all platforms: --- The ‘Broeske & Musson Podcast’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever else you listen to podcasts. --- ‘Broeske & Musson' Weekdays 9-11 AM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Facebook | Podcast| X | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | InstagramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's top stories, with context, in just 15 minutes.On today's podcast:1) The US and Iran exchanged strikes overnight after President Trump retaliated against Tehran for shooting down an American Apache helicopter. The US military said it had completed an operation that saw fighter jets strike Iranian air defenses, ground control stations, and radar sites near the Strait of Hormuz. Iran launched missiles on four American targets and fired drones at the US's main naval base in the Middle East, with no immediate reports of casualties in any of the attacks.2) Progressive Democrat Graham Platner won the party's Senate primary in Maine with about 72% support. Platner's campaign was marked by accusations of past misbehavior, including a Nazi symbol tattoo and disturbing behavior towards ex-girlfriends, which he has denied or acknowledged as mistakes. Platner will face Republican incumbent Susan Collins in the November Senate race, which Democrats consider crucial to reclaiming the chamber. Incumbent Lindsey Graham, who was endorsed by President Trump, is projected to win the Republican Senate primary in South Carolina, according to DDHQ. Representative Nancy Mace, once a close Trump ally, finished in last place in the state's gubernatorial race, saying her support for releasing the Epstein files is why she lost. Trump-backed Pamela Evette, South Carolina's lieutenant governor, and state attorney general Alan Wilson advanced to a runoff.3) Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates is set to appear*behind closed doors before the House panelinvestigating Jeffrey Epstein. Gates has reportedly been getting some help from Jake Greenberg, who, according to the New York Times, was spearheading the oversight panel's Epstein inquiry until December. The Gates Foundation, which has launched an external review of Gates' ties with Epstein, told the Financial Times that it regretted "having any employees interact with Epstein in any way." Gates has not been charged with anything and has called his relationship with Epstein a "huge mistake" and denied any wrongdoing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Israel and Iran both pulled back after trading missile fire at the urging of President Trump, but each side is setting conditions that could quickly reignite the fighting and derail U.S. efforts towards a deal with Iran.It's primary day in Maine, Nevada, North Dakota, and South Carolina, with Maine Democrats picking a candidate to challenge longtime Senator Susan Collins in a race critical to control of the Senate and South Carolina offering another test of President Trump's endorsement power.And California is still counting votes almost a week after election day, drawing fraud claims without evidence from President Trump in what voting experts warn could be a preview of how he responds to the midterms.Want more analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Tina Kraja, Megan Pratz, Mohamad ElBardicy, and HJ Mai.It was produced by Ziad Buchh and Nia Dumas.Our director is Christopher Thomas.We get engineering support from Zo van Ginhoven. Our technical director is Carleigh Strange.And our Supervising Senior Producer is Vince Pearson.(0:00) Introduction(01:59) Israel And Iran Pull Back(05:47) Primaries In Four States(09:27) Trump's Election Fraud ClaimsSee pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

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Democrat Graham Platner is the frontrunner in his party's primary contest to represent Maine in the U.S. Senate, but Platner's campaign has been dogged by controversy. Unseating longtime incumbent Republican Sen. Susan Collins will not be easy but is vital to Democrats' hopes of winning control of the Senate.This episode: political correspondent Ashley Lopez, senior political correspondent Tamara Keith, and Maine Public state house correspondent Kevin Miller.This podcast was produced by Bria Suggs and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

Harry talks with former Senator Barbara Boxer, Charlie Sykes, and Glenn Thrush to make sense of the sudden Republican restiveness, Graham Platner's latest scandal, and Trump's "scariest” appointment yet. Is California's slow vote counting giving the DOJ an opening to claim election abuses? Will Platner doom Democrats' hopes of what Charlie says should've been a “layup” win over Susan Collins? Can Congress finish off Trump's slush fund? And why is everyone ignoring Trump's audit-free guarantee—the most obviously self-enriching part of his corrupt settlement?   Mentioned in this episode: Glenn's reporting: https://www.nytimes.com/by/glenn-thrush#latest  Charlie's Substack: https://charliesykes.substack.com/  Glenn's inside look at how the Trump v. IRS settlement deal came together: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/30/us/politics/trump-irs-lawsuit-deal.html  The New York Times' Graham Platner story: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/06/04/us/politics/platner-maine-senate-girlfriends-relationships.html  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this hometeam segment, the crew reacts to Susan Collins, Lisa Murkowski, Mitch McConnell and Thom Tillis voting against Trump's SAVE Act, blocking strict voter ID rules and proof of citizenship from being added to a huge immigration funding bill.

The infuriating Senate race in Maine must have Hitler, Himmler, and Goebbels cheering in hell. Dean breaks down his latest New York Sun column regarding Senator Susan Collins and her Democratic challenger, Graham Plattner. Dean pulls no punches discussing Plattner's Nazi Totenkopf tattoo, history with Blackwater, bloodlust for killing, and disturbing allegations of domestic abuse. So much for “believe all women.” Media Double Standards: Watch how corporate media handles a leftist candidate in crisis. Dean reacts to audio clips of CNN's Jake Tapper softening questions with James Carville with needless details that assist Carville in avoided Platner's evil, MSNOW's Chris Hayes tossing softball confirmation questions, and Congressman Ro Khanna moving the "red line" from believing women who allege abuse to saying it's cool as long as they don't leave more than “marks” on their bodies. The Scott Pelley "Combat" Myth: Dean calls out CBS anchor Scott Pelley for doubling down on claims of experiencing combat as a journalist, contrasting it sharply with the genuine humility of World War II and D-Day veterans. Pete Hegseth & French Ingratitude: On the 82nd anniversary of D-Day, residents of a French village claim U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth isn't welcome due to "warlike views." Dean delivers a blistering history lesson on Vichy France, historical collaboration, and the sacrifices marked by rows of American tombstones. Hollywood's "Dark Slop" Crisis: Turning to pop culture, Dean uses a clip from Raiders of the Lost Podcast discussing Legally Blonde to analyze why modern movies look visually unappealing, poorly lit, and homogenous compared to classic cinema shot on actual film.

Trump ripped off his mic and ran from Meet the Press. Then it got worse. In this episode: Trump storms off Meet the Press when Welker keeps asking for proof Hegseth uses a D-Day speech to compare immigrants to invading Nazis JD Vance blames a British killing on immigrants — when both men were born in Britain More than 200 killed on boats in strikes the Pentagon's own lawyers call illegal Trump blames the "dirty FBI" for January 6th — again Pardoned January Sixers getting re-arrested The billionaire swallowing CNN and CBS while Colbert gets fired Mamdani's plan to abolish ICE — as ICE quietly stops reporting inmate deaths South Carolina and Maine primaries: Graham Platner vs. Democratic Party Key figures covered: Donald Trump, Kristen Welker, Pete Hegseth, JD Vance, Usha Vance, David Ellison, Stephen Colbert, Nancy Mace, Marjorie Taylor Greene, Zohran Mamdani, Graham Platner, Susan Collins, Bernie Sanders.

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" talks about Donald Trump humiliating CNN's Kaitlan Collins and exposing her conservative Fox News past in front of her peers in the White House Press Corp after she pushed Trump on the current status of the Anti-Weaponization fund; Fox News' Laura Ingraham demanding a federal investigation into California elections after Spencer Pratt and Steve Hilton's status remains undecided due to a large numbers of votes remaining to be counted despite the election being days ago; "The View's" Sunny Hostin looking like a hypocrite after revealing that she has changed her mind on whether she would vote for Graham Platner in Maine to oust Susan Collins; Democrat John Fetterman abandoning Democrat talking points and denouncing Graham Platner for his mounting scandals including his Nazi tattoo and now his use of the Kik app; CNN's Harry Enten sharing new polling data that should scare Democrats who think that Graham Platner can defeat Susan Collins in Maine to give Democrats control of the Senate; and much more. Dave also hosts a special "ask me anything" question-and-answer session on a wide range of topics, answering questions from the Rubin Report Locals community.   Today's Sponsors: Relief Factor - Relief Factor is an alternative to help your body's natural inflammatory response causing the achy, soreness, stiffness, and discomfort from daily living that keeps you from doing the things you love. Try Relief Factor's 3-Week QuickStart—just $19.95. Go to: https://www.relieffactor.com or call 800-4-RELIEF. DeleteMe - Remove your personal information from hundreds of data broker and people search sites, so your data is far less likely to end up in the wrong hands. Get 20% off DeleteMe and protect your privacy! Go to: https://joindeleteme.com/RUBIN and use code RUBIN Mars Men - A potent and natural testosterone stack that optimizes your body's ability to forge usable testosterone. For a limited time, our listeners get 50% off FOR LIFE AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men when you use code RUBIN . Go to: http://Mengotomars.com