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Savage calls for the deportation of Reps. Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib. He urges authorities to pursue denaturalization, focusing on claims of fraud and alleged misrepresentations tied to naturalization. He references a Department of Justice memo outlining cases for denaturalization. Savage condemns Omar's conduct during a presidential speech and her left-wing ties driving social unrest. Then, he explains how "boomer" rhetoric portrays older people as exploiters and echoes "kulak" scapegoating in Soviet Russia. Savage declares a patriotic warning that the U.S. is being overtaken by Islamists, communists, and anarchists Right now, Mizzen & Main is offering our listeners 20% off your first purchase at mizzenandmain.com, promo code SAVAGE20. Get Your Free Gold & Silver Info Guide at https://reports.goldencrestmetals.com/savagegold
Trump goes on another racist tirade this time against Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib. MAGA is not happy with one person Trump had at his State of the Union. Republicans are lying their way into another war. Kash Patel fired FBI agents who were investigating Trump. John Cornyn goes scorched earth against Ken Paxton. The DHS is apparently threatening kids with tasers. Host: John Iadarola (@johniadarola) Co-Host: Jackson White ***** SUBSCRIBE on YOUTUBE TIKTOK ☞ https://www.tiktok.com/@thedamagereport INSTAGRAM ☞ https://www.instagram.com/thedamagereport TWITTER ☞ https://twitter.com/TheDamageReport FACEBOOK ☞ https://www.facebook.com/TheDamageReportTYT
In this episode, I expose an FBI spying plot not people have heard of yet, another stunning electoral poll after Trump's State of the Union, a message to the haters and a special visit by Sen. Mike Lee. Here's Why Trump Is Calling for “Mentally Deranged” Ilhan Omar & Rashida Tlaib to “Be Institutionalized" https://nypost.com/2026/02/25/us-news/mentally-deranged-ilhan-omar-rashida-tlaib-should-be-institutionalized-for-sotu-antics-trump/ Trump's Historic SOTU: 8 Important Takeaways You Need to Know https://www.theepochtimes.com/article/8-takeaways-from-trumps-state-of-the-union-address-5990383?src_src=partner&src_cmp=BonginoReport Hegseth Appeals Judge's Decision Blocking Accountability for Sen. Mark Kelly's “Seditious” Acts https://www.foxnews.com/politics/hegseth-appeals-ruling-blocking-punishment-dem-senator-over-illegal-orders-video Sponsors: All Family Pharmacy - https://allfamilypharmacy.com/bongino code: Bongino10 American Financing - Visit http://www.AmericanFinancing.net/Bongino - NMLS 182334, nmlsconsumeraccess.org. APR for rates in the 5s start at 6.196% for well qualified borrowers. Call 888-994-7660 for details about credit costs and terms. Helix Sleep - https://helixsleep.com/dan Birch Gold - Text Dan to 989898 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
-- On the Show -- Americans relocate abroad in record numbers as foreign residency data, citizenship renunciations, and student enrollment trends show growing dissatisfaction with life in the United States -- Casey Means struggles to defend past financial conflicts, evasive public health answers, and refusal to clearly endorse measles vaccination during a contentious Surgeon General confirmation hearing -- A Reuters Ipsos poll finds that a majority of Americans believe Donald Trump has become more erratic with age as economic dissatisfaction fuels concerns -- Republican Congressman Glenn Grothman claims missing Epstein-related files reflect liberal elite sexual behavior, ignoring allegations against members of his own party -- CNN analyst Harry Enten highlights new data suggesting Texas may be trending politically competitive as voter shifts challenge longstanding Republican dominance -- JD Vance deflects unfavorable Fox News polling showing Donald Trump deeply underwater on the economy by blaming Joe Biden rather than presenting evidence of current improvement -- JD Vance and Mehmet Oz announce a temporary halt of congressionally approved Medicaid funding to Minnesota raising constitutional questions about executive authority -- Donald Trump calls for Ilhan Omar, Rashida Tlaib, and Robert De Niro to be sent back from the United States after public criticism of him -- On the Bonus Show: How Democrats countered Trump's State of the Union address, trans drivers in Kansas must surrender their drivers licenses, a MrBeast editor gets implicated in a Kalshi insider trading scheme, and much more...
On Wednesday, Donald Trump exploded wildly on Truth Social, ripping into Democrats Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib, who attacked him during his speech. He called them “Low IQ,” “mentally deranged,” and “LUNATICS,” and even savaged Robert De Niro, who also criticized the speech, as “sick and demented.” Trump hoped appeal to the middle, but he couldn't help sliding back into full racism at his first opportunity. Meanwhile, even some Republicans found the speech wanting: One strategist said it wouldn't help the party politically this fall, a second said it didn't give enough to people who are “hurting,” and a conservative writer opined that it “wasn't much of a game changer.” We talked to Democratic strategist Simon Rosenberg, who had a mixed reaction. We discuss how Trump's tirade exposes a deep tension in his approach to 2026, why he can't let go of his tariffs and deportations, and how smarter GOP strategists really view that problem. We also discuss hidden reasons why this could still go badly for Democrats. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rantz Exclusive: Seattle taxpayers fund police chief’s $33K basketball event sponsorship. Patty Murray tried to stump Surgeon General nominee Casey Means, but only made herself look foolish in the process. Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib put on an embarrassing display during Trump’s speech last night. // LongForm: GUEST: Independent journalist and Discovery Institute Senior Fellow Jonathan Choe gives an update on the homelessness situation in Seattle and explains how Mayor Katie Wilson isn't living up to her promises. // Quick Hit: Washington State House Finance Chair April Berg (D-Everett) offers more spin on the income tax.
Mike pushes back on the media’s “Democrat momentum” narrative, contrasting CBS polling showing strong approval for Trump’s State of the Union with what he calls rage-fueled chaos from figures like Rashida Tlaib and Ilhan Omar. As new data shows surprising Democratic primary turnout in Texas, he questions whether Republican apathy is being driven by lingering affordability concerns or frustration over Epstein accountability. Amid the noise, Mike argues conservatives still have the advantage—if they stay focused, fix the messaging on cost-of-living, and actually show up to vote.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Wednesday, Donald Trump exploded wildly on Truth Social, ripping into Democrats Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib, who attacked him during his speech. He called them “Low IQ,” “mentally deranged,” and “LUNATICS,” and even savaged Robert De Niro, who also criticized the speech, as “sick and demented.” Trump hoped appeal to the middle, but he couldn't help sliding back into full racism at his first opportunity. Meanwhile, even some Republicans found the speech wanting: One strategist said it wouldn't help the party politically this fall, a second said it didn't give enough to people who are “hurting,” and a conservative writer opined that it “wasn't much of a game changer.” We talked to Democratic strategist Simon Rosenberg, who had a mixed reaction. We discuss how Trump's tirade exposes a deep tension in his approach to 2026, why he can't let go of his tariffs and deportations, and how smarter GOP strategists really view that problem. We also discuss hidden reasons why this could still go badly for Democrats. Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this jam-packed episode of The Rita Cosby Show, Rita breaks down the shocking viral video of NYPD officers being ruthlessly pelted with rock-filled ice balls—and calls out NYC Mayor Mandani for brushing the assault off as just an innocent "snowball fight". Plus, Rita dives into President Trump's historic State of the Union address, celebrating his honoring of Korean War hero Royce Williams, while blasting "Squad" Democrats like Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib for their unruly shouting and refusal to stand for American heroes. Finally, the show covers escalating global tensions, including a deadly shootout between Cuban authorities and a Florida speedboat, and reports of American F-22 jets landing in Israel ahead of Iran negotiations. Tune in for fiery listener calls and unapologetic conservative commentary! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
President Trump draws a stark contrast with the Democrats at the State of the Union; Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib are the new faces of the Democratic Party, and that's an awful thing for the Democrats; and the media meltdown over Trump's big night. Ep. 2375 - - - Click here to join the member-exclusive portion of my show: https://dwplus.watch/BenShapiroMemberExclusive - - - Facts Don't Care About Your Feelings - - - Today's Sponsor: ZipRecruiter - Try ZipRecruiter FOR FREE: https://ZipRecruiter.com/DAILYWIRE - - - DailyWire+: Become a Daily Wire Member and watch all of our content ad-free: https://www.dailywire.com/subscribe
Join us as we break down the most explosive SOTU yet! From Trump shining a light on the USA men's hockey team to Democrats' shocking reactions, this episode covers all the drama you missed.Highlights include:- DailyWire exposes hilarious SOTU reactions- Al Green ejected after protesting- Dems freak out when Trump calls them out for not standing- Ilhan Omar becomes an instant meme- Trump highlights key policies: SAVE Act, Big Beautiful Bill, and more- Erika Kirk & Charlie recognized at the SOTU (chants included!)- Joy Reid's shocking takes on Christianity and MAGA trolls- Candace Owens attacked Erika Kirk, and Dan Bongino calls her out- USA men's hockey national anthem and White House video coverageWe also cover viral social commentary, memorable quotes, and the most unbelievable SOTU reactions from politicians and media personalities. If you want all the highlights, controversy, and entertainment from this year's SOTU in one place, this episode is for you!SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS TO SUPPORT OUR SHOW!Fast Growing Trees: Listeners get 20% off better plants and better growing at https://FastGrowingTrees.com/Chicks with code CHICKSElevate your laundry with incredible scent from Laundry Sauce. Get 20% off your entire order at https://LaundrySauce.com/Chicks20 with code CHICKS20Stop guessing about your health this year with Superpower—get the full membership for just $199, plus an extra $20 off with code CHICKS at https://Superpower.comSubscribe and stay tuned for new episodes every weekday!Follow us here for more daily clips, updates, and commentary:YoutubeFacebookInstagramTikTokXLocalsMore InfoWebsite
In this hour Taylor continues to discuss the State of the Union, and the Democrats counter programing was odd and the frog costumes didn't help. Then, President Trump triggered Ilhan Omar and Tlaib when he made comments on the Somali's fraud. Visit the Howie Carr Radio Network website to access columns, podcasts, and other exclusive content.
The Democrats fell for President Donald Trump's trap as he delivered his State of the Union address to Congress. For much of the night, the Democrats remained seated while the Republicans stood and applauded. Is the nation as divided as our U.S. Senators and Representatives? The Sekulow team discusses Trump's SOTU speech, the furious reactions of lawmakers like Reps. Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib, Trump's comments on the U.S. economy, illegal immigration, national security, and foreign policy, the ACLJ's legal work – and much more.
Today's episode covers the most explosive political stories and controversies dominating the news. From Trump exposing massive federal fraud and calling out Democrats for prioritizing illegal immigrants, to the rise of digital ID legislation targeting minors, and alarming international developments with Iran's nuclear program, we break it all down. Plus, reactions from prominent Democrats, bipartisan pushback, and the latest tactics to control online speech are analyzed. This is your no-spin summary of the key issues shaping the nation.
In this explosive episode, we break down the most controversial moments from last night's State of the Union. Trump exposes massive fraud in Medicaid, food stamps, and federal programs while challenging Democrats to stand for American citizens over illegal immigrants. Highlights include dramatic reactions from Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib, a shocking story about government-forced gender transitions in schools, and Trump's warning on Iran's nuclear and missile buildup. Plus, the launch of a nationwide “War on Fraud” led by JD Vance, aimed at recovering billions in misused federal funds.
Last night's State of the Union brought a historic political moment: a direct call-out of fraud in America and an eye-opening confrontation with Democrats who refused to stand. From illegal immigrants on Medicaid and food stamps to whistleblower revelations and massive theft in Minnesota, this episode dives into the scope of fraud Trump highlighted, the role of Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib as political lightning rods, and how Republicans are pushing back. Plus, the announcement of a nationwide “War on Fraud” led by JD Vance, promising to target billions in misused federal funds and potentially balance the budget overnight.
Trump dominated the Democrats in the State of the Union Address. Trump asked members of Congress to stand if they support American Citizens over illegal aliens... the Dems remained seated. Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib resorted to incoherent screeching during Trump's speech. Trump highlighted decreasing violent crime rate and new plan for healthcare. Trump awarded Team USA Goalie Connor Hellebuyck the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Join UNGOVERNED on LFA TV every MONDAY - FRIDAY from 10am to 11am EASTERN! www.FarashMedia.com www.LFATV.us www.OFPFarms.com www.SLNT.com/SHAWN
Marc Cox sits down with Mary Vogt from the Heritage Foundation to analyze the State of the Union, focusing on the behavior of Democratic members and their interruptions. Vogt highlights Rashida Tlaib, Ilhan Omar, and Al Green's actions, framing them as disruptive and childish, while praising the president's opportunity to address the nation directly. The discussion touches on political messaging, the contrast between patriotic rhetoric and opposition responses, and critical reflections on Representative Spanberger's predictable, scripted reaction. The hour blends decorum analysis with insights into broader political strategy and public perception. Hashtags: #MaryVogt #HeritageFoundation #StateOfTheUnion #MarcCox #USPolitics #Congress #PoliticalAnalysis #WashingtonDC
Go to https://strongcell.com and use code LARRY for 20% off! Nancy Pelosi claims Rashida Tlaib and Ilhan Omar’s State of the Union screaming was “hardly noticeable”—but the clips tell a very different story. We break down Pelosi’s bizarre media rounds, Trump’s pointed insider trading moment that put her on the spot, and CNN’s awkward “of course” stock-trading question. Plus: the Ukraine anniversary talking points, the uncomfortable timeline nobody wants to mention, and the hypocrisy that jumps off the screen. SHOP OUR MERCH: https://store.townhallmedia.com/ BUY A LARRY MUG: https://store.townhallmedia.com/products/larry-mug Watch LARRY with Larry O'Connor LIVE — Monday-Thursday at 12PM Eastern on YouTube, Facebook, & Rumble! Find LARRY with Larry O'Connor wherever you get your podcasts! SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/7i8F7K4fqIDmqZSIHJNhMh?si=814ce2f8478944c0&nd=1&dlsi=e799ca22e81b456f APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/larry/id1730596733 Become a Townhall VIP Member today and use promo code LARRY for 50% off: https://townhall.com/subscribe?tpcc=poddescription https://townhall.com/ https://rumble.com/c/c-5769468 https://www.facebook.com/townhallcom/ https://www.instagram.com/townhallmedia/ https://twitter.com/townhallcomBecome a Townhall VIP member with promo code "LARRY": https://townhall.com/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Go to https://strongcell.com and use code LARRY for 20% off! President Trump set a trap during the State of the Union with a simple line: the government’s first duty is to protect American citizens—not illegal aliens. Democrats refused to stand, and Chuck Schumer’s spin only made it worse. We break down the moment, the fallout, JD Vance’s brutal read on Democratic “cowardice,” and why this clip will fuel GOP campaign ads for months. Plus: the Rashida Tlaib “USA vs KKK” controversy you can’t unsee. SHOP OUR MERCH: https://store.townhallmedia.com/ BUY A LARRY MUG: https://store.townhallmedia.com/products/larry-mug Watch LARRY with Larry O'Connor LIVE — Monday-Thursday at 12PM Eastern on YouTube, Facebook, & Rumble! Find LARRY with Larry O'Connor wherever you get your podcasts! SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/7i8F7K4fqIDmqZSIHJNhMh?si=814ce2f8478944c0&nd=1&dlsi=e799ca22e81b456f APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/larry/id1730596733 Become a Townhall VIP Member today and use promo code LARRY for 50% off: https://townhall.com/subscribe?tpcc=poddescription https://townhall.com/ https://rumble.com/c/c-5769468 https://www.facebook.com/townhallcom/ https://www.instagram.com/townhallmedia/ https://twitter.com/townhallcomBecome a Townhall VIP member with promo code "LARRY": https://townhall.com/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Monday's Mark Levin Show, the Woke Reich isolationists in the Trump administration who are leaking confidential if not classified discussions with the President respecting options against Iran are committing crimes. They must be found and prosecuted. DOJ should ask the FBI to launch an investigation into the sources of these leaks. Also, any nuclear or broader deal with Iran would be utterly unrealistic and worthless. Iran will never abandon its nuclear program, ballistic missiles, terrorism, and Islamist ideology to become peaceful. Negotiations are futile because the core problem is the regime itself, not the terms of a deal. Iran plays a long game, may temporarily comply under pressure (as North Korea did), but will resume its nuclear ambitions once a stronger leader like Trump is gone. Later, there's a coalition of enemies within including Islamists, Marxists, and woke figures, who hate America, support regimes that kill American soldiers, and seek to impose Sharia law and segregated communities while rejecting the Constitution and Declaration of Independence. These forces—along with figures like AOC, Bernie Sanders, Ilhan Omar, and Rashida Tlaib—are the enemy within, giving aid and comfort to America's adversaries, mirroring problems in Europe. Afterward, ID is required and accepted in nearly every aspect of daily life, yet Democrats oppose it specifically for voting. This opposition exists because Democrats want to enable cheating through illegal voting by non-citizens, dead people, and multiple voting, which is easier in Democrat-controlled one-party cities – this is one of the biggest scams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A divided House Oversight and Government Reform Committee has voted to advance contempt of Congress resolutions against former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, after a group of Democrats joined Republicans in moving the measures forward. Nine Democrats voted to advance the resolution involving the former president: Reps. Maxwell Frost of Florida, Raja Krishnamoorthi of Illinois, Summer Lee of Pennsylvania, Stephen Lynch and Ayanna Pressley of Massachusetts, Emily Randall of Washington, Lateefah Simon of California, Melanie Stansbury of New Mexico and Rashida Tlaib of Michigan. Rep. Dave Min of California voted "present" on both resolutions, while Rep. Yassamin Ansari of Arizona voted "present" only on the measure targeting the former president.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
We break down new updates surrounding Nancy Guthrie and shocking details revealed from a ransom letter, before diving into another alleged assassination attempt that barely made headlines. A new watchdog report raises serious questions about Rep. Rashida Tlaib's alleged ties to extremist groups, while an AI-generated Scott Adams controversy sparks backlash online. Kamala Harris surges in new Democrat polling — but her big reveal, baffling outfit, and trademark word salad immediately steal the spotlight. We also cover redistricting drama in Virginia, lies exposed from Gov. Wes Moore, and a bizarre new congressional candidate in Texas. Trump takes center stage at the National Prayer Breakfast, roasting Biden, calling out Senators, and reminding voters why his comeback campaign is resonating. On Capitol Hill, Maxine Waters walks back comments as Scott Bessent humiliates Elizabeth Warren in a tense exchange. Finally, Candace Owens sinks to new lows — attacking Charlie Kirk, issuing threats, promoting bizarre spiritual claims, and openly revealing her strategy for gaining followers. 00:00 Intro00:45 Nancy Guthrie update & ransom letter details11:15 Left-wing violence, Tlaib watchdog report & AI Scott Adams controversy14:10 Hillary Clinton meltdown19:55 Redistricting, Dem polls & Kamala chaos28:50 Wes Moore exposed & political oddities32:10 Cultural insanity roundup (Coldplay, fertility language, AOC, Toronto)38:35 Trump at National Prayer Breakfast42:15 Trump roasts Biden & Senate 46:26 Maxine Waters walks it back / Bessent vs Warren49:20 Illegal immigrant crime & Antifa arrest53:35 NYT self-deportation story55:55 Schumer doubles down on SAVE Act 57:35 Stephen A. Smith unloads on Schumer 58:25 Soros-funded CEO grilled01:02:50 Candace Owens controversy breakdown01:17:55 Culture & TikTok wrap-up SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS TO SUPPORT OUR SHOW! Experience Native Hydrate's risk-free hydration boost at https://NativeHydrate.com/Chicks 365-day money-back guarantee included. Your dog's secret energy boost awaits- grab a free Ruff Greens trial bag at https://RuffChicks.com with code CHICKS (pay for shipping). VISIT OUR WEBSITE DAILY! https://chicksonright.com SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST: https://link.chtbl.com/BtHbvS8C?sid=youtube JOIN OUR SUPPORTER COMMUNITY ON LOCALS: https://chicksontheright.locals.com/ JOIN OUR SUPER DOUBLE AWESOME SECRET BUT NOT SECRET EXCLUSIVE GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/388315619071775 Subscribe to our email list: https://politics.chicksonright.com/subscribe/ GET OUR BOOK! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08H5D3CF1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_fabc_JdhQFbZ363CAY Venmo: @chicksonright Paypal: https://www.paypal.me/chicksonright Get exclusive Chicks merch here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/InRealLifeCreations?ref=seller-platform-mcnav§ion_id=50399398 Even more Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/chicksonright/ Thank you for the Superchats! Watch live to donate and be recognized! Facebook: Chicks on the Right Facebook Group: Chicks on the Right Twitter, IG, Parler, Rumble: @chicksonright #Trump #Kamala #CandaceOwens #Biden #Democrats #Politics #BreakingNews #CultureWar #MediaBias #Election2024 #SAVEAct #Schumer #StephenASmith #AOC #RashidaTlaib #Antifa #Crime #PoliticalCommentary #Conservative #Viral #Scandal #Hypocrisy #NewsSubscribe and stay tuned for new episodes every weekday!Follow us here for more daily clips, updates, and commentary:YoutubeFacebookInstagramTikTokXLocalsMore InfoWebsite
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Join Joe and The Federalist's Brianna Lyman as they break down the Trump administration's latest moves, from the de-escalation of "Operation Metro Surge" in Minneapolis to the debate over who deserves the MVP title: Scott Bessent or Stephen Miller. The duo roasts Democrat theatrics—including Rashida Tlaib's "fascist army" whistles and Jamie Raskin's wild takes on Voter ID—while analyzing why the "Jim Crow 2.0" narrative is failing with voters. Plus, they discuss the necessity of the SAVE Act and wrap things up with a look at Brianna's 160-pound Rottweiler, Tundra. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
American law is being laid on a bunch of lawbreakers in multiple locations, regarding a plethora of illegal activities. In today's show, we detail some of the latest: a massive child human trafficking operation in California resulted in 600 arrests! The number of children rescued from this evil entity is still being counted.There are several more big "busts" that have happened. You can get complete details in the show.Former Vice President and presidential candidate Kamala Harris has rebranded her website. The "new" ideology rolled out addresses young Americans, inviting them to visit that website for all the pertinent news and information they want to discover. Do you think she's planning to use this for a jump-start to another run for the White House in 2028?A new report was released of an investigation that Michigan Rep. Rashida Tlaib has been cooperating with numerous entities that are in cahoots with terrorist organizations overseas and even within the U.S. We detail those details in today's show.
Chastity Murphy, former Senior Advisor at the U.S.Treasury and Visiting Research Fellow at the University of Manchester, shares her experiences working on digital money legislation, including the Stable Act. She reflects on the transition from cash to digital payments along with her current research developing offline, anonymous public interest payment systems. Key Takeaways: How early stablecoin legislation shaped our understanding of digital money, privacy, and consumer protection The gap between technologists and policymakers in understanding digital money Real-world risks of surveillance and data visibility in financial transactions The potential for new cryptographic capabilities like selective disclosure and zero-knowledge proofs Practical approaches for creating offline, anonymous, and interoperable digital payment systems that don't sacrifice usability Guest Bio: Chastity Murphy is a Visiting Research Fellow at the University of Manchester's Law & Technology Initiative, and one of the leading architects of privacy-preserving digital public money. A former Senior Advisor at the U.S. Treasury Department, she helped shape federal policy on central bank digital currency (CBDC) and digital payments, building on her earlier work as the first congressional staffer (under Rep. Rashida Tlaib) to draft stablecoin legislation. Her current research at Manchester's Digital Public Money Infrastructure (DPMI) project explores how cryptography and shield-law protections can make digital money safe for people—not platforms. The work prototypes use cases such as anonymous public-interest payments and privacy-secure disbursement systems for reproductive-health providers, disaster aid, and humanitarian relief. This work focuses on ensuring that the right to transact safely endures across political climates, crises, medical emergencies, and everyday use. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About this Show: The Brave Technologist is here to shed light on the opportunities and challenges of emerging tech. To make it digestible, less scary, and more approachable for all! Join us as we embark on a mission to demystify artificial intelligence, challenge the status quo, and empower everyday people to embrace the digital revolution. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, a curious mind, or an industry professional, this podcast invites you to join the conversation and explore the future of AI together. The Brave Technologist Podcast is hosted by Luke Mulks, VP Business Operations at Brave Software—makers of the privacy-respecting Brave browser and Search engine, and now powering AI everywhere with the Brave Search API. Music by: Ari Dvorin Produced by: Sam Laliberte
Getting on the same page with Rashida Tlaib. You either win or you die. The only thing they have to sell is revenge. Accidental stealth. Follow The Jesse Kelly Show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheJesseKellyShowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 5074: Omar And Tlaib Meltdown Over ICE Hearing; Protest Ramp Up in to The Weekend
Gene Valentino joins the show to break down the Supreme Court's decision allowing Texas to move forward with its redistricting plan — adding up to five new Republican seats and sending Democrats into a full meltdown.We also dive into:• Why Southern cold feels WORSE than -40° dry Arctic cold• The truth about gerrymandering in states like California• The Minnesota Somali fraud investigation• Possible criminal charges facing Gov. Tim Walz• Ilhan Omar, Rashida Tlaib, AOC & the “Squad” money trail• Mike Lindell's surprising run for Governor• And what all of this means for America heading into 2025If you care about election integrity, congressional districts, political corruption, and the future of America, this is a must-watch.#Texas #SupremeCourt #Redistricting #Politics #GeneValentino#ElectionIntegrity #Minnesota #SomaliScandal #Gerrymandering#IlhanOmar #MikeLindell #PoliticalNews #2025Elections➡️ Join the Conversation: https://GeneValentino.com➡️ WMXI Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/NewsRadio981➡️ More WMXI Interviews: https://genevalentino.com/wmxi-interviews/➡️ More GrassRoots TruthCast Episodes: https://genevalentino.com/grassroots-truthcast-with-gene-valentino/➡️ More Broadcasts with Gene as the Guest: https://genevalentino.com/america-beyond-the-noise/ ➡️ More About Gene Valentino: https://genevalentino.com/about-gene-valentino/
Recent attacks & immigration/vetting Ben and Senator Cruz link a shooting of National Guard soldiers in Washington, D.C. to failures in vetting Afghan nationals admitted under “Operation Allies Welcome,” asserting a broader pattern of violence from inadequately vetted immigrants. They cite a TikTok bomb-threat arrest in Texas and connect these incidents to Biden administration policies. Border security and terrorism risk They argue that an “open” southern border has allowed individuals on terror watch lists to enter the U.S., warning of sleeper cells and describing human trafficking and violent crime as predictable outcomes of lax enforcement. Critique of Democratic officials & protests The conversation criticizes Rep. Rashida Tlaib for not condemning “Death to America” chants reportedly heard at a Dearborn, Michigan rally, framing this as emblematic of ideological refusal to confront radical Islamic terrorism. AI: geopolitical race & domestic skepticism The senator argues the U.S. must “win” the AI race against China to ensure global AI reflects American values. They note polling shows public anxiety about AI (job loss, distrust), and discuss local resistance to data center construction, energy needs, and the prospect of white‑collar job displacement. Auto policy: CAFE standards and EV mandates Ben and the Senator praise actions attributed to “the President” (portrayed as Donald Trump) to rescind tailpipe emissions standards, zero out CAFE standards via a “one big beautiful bill,” and roll back EV mandates—arguing these moves lower car prices, improve safety (heavier/steel cars vs. “plastic”), and boost U.S. auto jobs. They reference planned Senate Commerce Committee hearings with major automakers and Tesla. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/verdictwithtedcruz X: https://x.com/tedcruz X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.politix.fmBrian is adventuring in South America, so Matt is joined by Lakshya Jain of The Argument and Split Ticket to talk about his Wins Above Replacement calculations, which politicians are good at winning, and what we know about them. In the episode, Matt and Lakshya discuss:* The importance of “downballot lag” in assessing candidate quality.* Why AOC and Ritchie Torres are both overrated by their fans. * While highly viral members of congress tend to underperform, while many electoral superstars are relatively anonymous. Then, for paid subscribers, what can really be learned from Zohran Mamdani, a politician who won a difficult race despite being less popular than many of the people he bested in his primary? What's the point of identifying over performing politicians in the first place? What's Rashida Tlaib doing right? All that, plus the full Politix archive are available to paid subscribers—just upgrade your subscription and pipe full episodes directly to your favorite podcast app via your own private feed.
Steve Hallstrom, filling in for Scott Hennen, hosts from Watford City, kicking off the show with optimism for the energy sector and a deep dive into economic data. The show features a fiery discussion on the rising number of overdose deaths in Fargo and the controversial "harm reduction" policies, followed by a powerful interview with national security analyst Brigitte Gabriel about the threat of radical Islam. ⏱️ Standout Moments [cite_start] Wage Growth Outpaces Inflation (0:15:15): Analysis of the September jobs report reveals that average hourly earnings increased by 3.8% year-over-year, nearly twice as fast as the most recent inflation rate (CPI) of 2.2%. [cite_start] Energy Future: Micro Nukes and AI (0:01:46): Discussion of the coming confluence of energy and technology, including small modular nuclear reactors (micro nukes) being developed by companies like Rolls Royce, which could power data centers and scale up to neighborhoods. [cite_start] Fargo's Harm Reduction Backlash (0:03:59): The host and a caller discuss the fact that Fargo overdose deaths have hit a 10-year high, arguing that the rise is connected to the city's "harm reduction" policies that distribute free needles, syringes, and glass drug pipes. [cite_start] The Muslim Brotherhood's Foothold (0:29:40): National security analyst Brigitte Gabriel warns that 42 Muslim officials won elections across nine states recently, raising concerns that if they rule like Rashida Tlaib or Ilhan Omar, "we are in trouble". [cite_start]She states that Islam as an ideology is not compatible with Western civilization. [cite_start] Cattle Prices and Trump's Tariffs (0:16:59): Rancher Grant Hedinger calls in to express frustration with President Trump's comments linking high cattle prices directly to his Brazil tariffs, arguing that the rhetoric is compounding costs for producers and asking Trump to apply the same pressure to reduce costs for items like insurance and medical bills. [cite_start] Chronic Illness Pandemic (0:18:22): Dr. Mike Jorgensen notes that the U.S. is in a "health pandemic of chronic illnesses" (heart disease, diabetes, cancer, obesity, and dementia), with six in 10 adults having at least one. [cite_start]He attributes this to a shift in lifestyle and bad science (the food pyramid) that demonized fat and promoted overconsumption of carbohydrates. [cite_start] Wednesday Travel Weather Alert (0:11:34): Meteorologist Dean Wysocki warns that a sharp cold front will hit Tuesday with measurable snow and 30 to 40 mph winds [cite_start], advising that Wednesday will be a little tricky for Thanksgiving travel.
On today's wide-ranging program, Ralph welcomes David Dayen of “The American Prospect” to discuss the Democrats caving on the shutdown. Then, Ralph speaks to Dani Noble from Jewish Voice for Peace about their BDS campaigns, efforts to block weapons shipments to Israel, and the state of the ceasefire in Gaza. Finally, Ralph speaks to original Nader's Raider Sam Simon about his new memoir, “Dementia Man: An Existential Journey.”David Dayen is the executive editor of the American Prospect, an independent political magazine that aims to advance liberal and progressive goals through reporting, analysis and debate. His work has appeared in the Intercept, HuffPost, the Washington Post, and more. He is the author of Chain of Title: How Three Ordinary Americans Uncovered Wall Street's Great Foreclosure Fraud and Monopolized: Life in the Age of Corporate Power.If Congress is saying: We have the power of the purse, and we have the ability to dictate to the President what he is able to do or not do with federal funding, then why not go the whole way? To me, that was the entire purpose of the shutdown— to stop the President from ignoring Congress and initiating his own prerogatives as it relates to government funding. It is really making Congress completely irrelevant in the process which they constitutionally are supposed to dictate.David DayenEvery time Trump has been in power and there's been a national election, he's lost it. He lost the midterm elections in 2018. He lost the presidential election in 2020. He lost the off-year elections in 2017 and 2019. He lost (just last week) the elections in 2025. He is not equipped to have an agenda that appeals to the American people when he's in power. And so I firmly agree that Democrats are likely to do well in the elections next year, as they just did. The one thing that can stop that is: completely punching your base in the face, after you succeed politically in backing Republicans into a corner.David DayenDani Noble is a Strategic Campaigns Organizer at Jewish Voice for Peace.Israel bonds (which very few people know much about) are direct loans to the Israeli military and government. They are unrestricted. They have no guardrails around what those funds can be used for, et cetera. And this is a main way that the Israeli military and government generate an unrestricted slush fund to be able to continue their genocidal assault on Gaza, to continue funding for the atrocities being committed against Palestinians—even as their government and economy suffers and/or operates with a massive deficit.Dani NobleThis bill would essentially block the Trump administration from delivering some of the deadliest weapons to Israel. So it's an essential, essential step in what we need to do fundamentally—which is a full arms embargo to stop arming the Israeli military and government…It's the most supported piece of legislation in support of Palestinian rights that we've ever seen.Dani NobleSam Simon is an author, playwright, and attorney. His new book Dementia Man: An Existential Journey is based on his award-winning play of the same name.There's also a social cost. A sense that everything I've ever built personally—my cars, my homes, my savings—that were all going to be available as a legacy to my family, they have to be spent in my few years of my life just to keep me alive. There needs to be a community response to that—and that's shorthand for the government. It doesn't force people to go broke to stay alive.Sam SimonNews 11/14/25* This week, Democrats on the House Oversight Committee released a new tranche of over 20,000 pages of documents related to infamous financier and sex criminal Jeffrey Epstein. These documents include damning emails between Epstein and various high-power individuals like Steve Bannon, former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers and current U.S. Ambassador to Turkey Tom Barrack. However, the emails that have received the most attention are those regarding President Donald Trump. In these emails, Epstein claimed Trump “knew about the girls,” and claimed that, “i [i.e. Epstein] am the one able to take him [i.e. Trump] down.” Perhaps most shocking, Epstein claims to have been with Trump during Thanksgiving in 2017, according to NBC. If true, it would directly contradict Trump's repeated insistence that he had no contact with Epstein since their falling out in the mid 2000s, either 2004 or 2007, per PBS.* The newly released Epstein files reinforce another narrative as well: that Epstein was an asset for Israeli intelligence. Drop Site news has done excellent reporting on Epstein helping to “Broker [an] Israeli Security Agreement With Mongolia,” “Build a Backchannel to Russia Amid [the] Syrian Civil War” and “Sell a Surveillance State to Côte d'Ivoire.” Most recently the independent outlet has published an expose on Epstein's relationship with known Mossad spy Yoni Koren. According to this piece, “Epstein's personal calendars reveal that…[Koren] lived at Epstein's Manhattan apartment for multiple stretches between 2013 and 2016.” There is also evidence that Epstein wired money to Koren. However, the reasons behind this transfer, and the details of their relationship, remain murky.* More Epstein information is likely to be released in the coming days. This week, the longest ever government shutdown in American history concluded with capitulation by centrist Democrats in the Senate. However, the conclusion of the shutdown finally broke the logjam over the swearing-in of Adelita Grijalva, the newly elected Democratic Congresswoman from Arizona. Grijalva immediately fulfilled her vow to be the 218th signature on the Discharge Petition forcing a vote on the release of the Epstein files, joining all 213 other House Democrats and four Republicans, Reps. Thomas Massie, Marjorie Taylor Greene, Lauren Boebert and Nancy Mace, per the Hill. In her first speech, Grijalva emphatically stated, “Justice cannot wait another day.” House Speaker Johnson has promised to bring the matter to a vote next week and many Republicans who did not sign the petition are expected to vote for it, with sponsors angling for a veto-proof majority. At that point, all eyes will turn to the Senate.* Even still, the Democrats blinking in the government shutdown showdown has infuriated many members of Congress, candidates and Democratic-aligned organizations, who are now calling for Chuck Schumer to step aside as Senate Minority Leader. Journalist Prem Thakker is keeping a running tally of these calls, which so far includes 12 Congressional Democrats – with major names like Pramila Jayapal, Mark Pocan, Rashida Tlaib, and Ro Khanna among them – along with candidates like Seth Moulton, Mallory McMorrow, Saikat Chakrabarti and Graham Platner. Beyond these individuals however, this call has been echoed by groups ranging from Our Revolution to Social Security Works to College Democrats of America, among many others.* Moving to economic matters, one other consequence of the protracted government shutdown is that the Bureau of Labor Statistics was “largely idle,” meaning it did not collect the crucial fiscal information it is responsible for gathering, including October jobs numbers and Consumer Price Index changes. According to POLITICO, White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt said this information is unlikely to ever be released. She of course blamed that on the opposition in Congress, saying “Democrats may have permanently damaged the federal statistical system.” This is somewhat laughable, as the Trump administration has all but gone to war with the economic data collection functions of the federal government whenever that data has made him look bad.* Another bad sign for the economy in general, and for consumers in particular, is the rise of what are generously called “Flex Loans.” A new investigation by ProPublica in partnership with the Tennessee Lookout, examines the rise of this new strain of ultra-high-interest loan, with annual interest rates as high as 279.5%. This, combined with a lending cap of $4,000 – nine times higher than a traditional payday loan – has led to Advance Financial, the leading lender in Tennessee, suing over 110,000 people across the state since 2015. According to the data, judgments against consumers usually end up in the thousands, and 40% result in garnished wages. Loans of this variety were illegal before 2015, but the Tennessee legislature allowed them through and while the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has sought to protect financial services consumers from these types of predatory lending schemes, the Trump administration's attempts to kneecap the agency have rendered it powerless.* Meanwhile, a dearth of consumer protections is yielding horrific consequences in a completely different area: AI. A new CNN report details how ChatGPT encouraged a Texas 23-year-old, Zane Shamblin, to kill himself. In heart-wrenching detail, this story paints a picture of Shamblin on the edge of suicide, and the AI chatbot helping to push him towards death. As Shamblin held a gun to his own head, the bot wrote, “You're not rushing. You're just ready,” later adding, “Rest easy, king…You did good.” According to this piece, the chatbot “repeatedly encouraged [Shamblin] as he discussed ending his life” for months, and “right up to his last moments.” Shamblin's parents are now suing ChatGPT's parent company, OpenAI, alleging the company endangered their son's life by, “tweaking its design last year to be more humanlike and by failing to put enough safeguards on interactions with users in need of emergency help.” The victim's mother, Alicia Shamblin, is quoted saying, “I feel like it's just going to destroy so many lives. It's going to be a family annihilator. It tells you everything you want to hear.”* In more positive consumer protection news, former Biden FTC Chair Lina Khan has hit the ground running in her new role helping to manage the transition for New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani. Per Semafor, Khan has been “scouring city and state laws — some overlooked by past mayors and some too new to have been tested yet — for legal footing for Mamdani's priorities.” Apparently, “Khan has privately discussed targeting hospitals that bill patients for painkillers available more cheaply at corner drugstores and sports stadiums charging nosebleed prices for concessions,” and “Other avenues for enforcement include a new state law that requires companies to tell customers when they are using algorithmic pricing. The law took effect this week, forcing Uber and DoorDash to start disclosing, but the incoming Mamdani administration plans to police laggards.” In short, it seems like the incoming Mamdani administration will use any and all legal and administrative means at their disposal to bring down costs for New Yorkers – as he promised again and again during the campaign. And, if there is one consumer regulator who can accomplish this, it is Ms. Khan.* Turning to Hollywood, Variety has published a major new piece on newly-minted Paramount CEO David Ellison's first 100 days. This piece covers everything from his attempts to curry favor with President Trump to the battle to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery. Buried within this story is an indication that “Paramount maintains a list of talent it will not work with because they are deemed to be ‘overtly antisemitic.'” The criteria for this modern blacklist however is opaque, especially troubling given that Ellison has deputized Bari Weiss – an ardent Zionist and censor of pro-Palestine speech – as the “Editor-in-chief” of CBS News. According to Drop Site, the studio “recently condemned a filmmakers' boycott of Israeli institutions signed by Emma Stone, Mark Ruffalo, Tilda Swinton, Javier Bardem, and Olivia Colman, among more than 4,000 others, declaring that Israel is carrying out genocide and apartheid.” Would Ellison blacklist these stars for “overt antisemitism”?* Finally, for some good news, the Economist is out with a stunning article on the success of China's transition to renewable energy. In the much-quoted opening paragraph, this piece reads “The SCALE of the renewables revolution in China is almost too vast for the human mind to grasp. By the end of last year, the country had installed 887 gigawatts of solar-power capacity—close to double Europe's and America's combined total. The 22m tonnes of steel used to build new wind turbines and solar panels in 2024 would have been enough to build a Golden Gate Bridge on every working day of every week that year. China generated 1,826 terawatt-hours of wind and solar electricity in 2024, five times more than the energy contained in all 600 of its nuclear weapons.” If that doesn't demonstrate the horizon of what is possible, given the requisite political will and determination, I don't know what will.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
We've got ourselves a good old-fashioned legislative brawl over hemp. The Senate just shut down Rand Paul's amendment that tried to strip out restrictions on intoxicating hemp products from the new government funding deal. This is the kind of hemp that doesn't quite fall under marijuana, the THCA and Delta-9 stuff that's skirted federal legality thanks to a 2018 farm bill maneuver. Paul, joined by Ted Cruz and a solid group of Democrats, argued this would gut the hemp industry in Kentucky and beyond. Mitch McConnell, of all people, led the charge in cracking down — he wants to shut down what he sees as a loophole before he exits stage right in 2026.Politics Politics Politics is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.The hemp industry is pissed. They lobbied hard, warning this will lead to job losses, ruined crops, and wiped-out businesses. But some law enforcement groups, anti-drug organizations, and even alcohol and legal marijuana folks were all in favor. They argue the current situation puts minors at risk and needs to be cleaned up. Rand Paul says his fight wasn't about holding up the government funding, but rather making sure someone in the Senate stood up for hemp farmers. Still, the amendment failed, and the broader bill — restrictions included — is going to move forward. And unless something magical happens in the House, it looks like the loophole days are done.Personally, I'm pretty skeptical of the idea that we're one bad gummy away from chaos in the streets. I've never bought the whole “kids are going to die if we don't regulate this tomorrow” pitch. That's not to say we shouldn't have age restrictions and public usage laws — we definitely should — but we need to be real about this. America needs a consistent weed policy. We're in this weird limbo where it's both legal and illegal, regulated and unregulated, and the result is that nobody really knows what's what.The 50-Year Mortgage PlanDonald Trump floated the idea of a 50-year mortgage on Truth Social, and it immediately got dragged on cable news. Fox Business host Charlie Payne slammed the plan as a bad way to fix housing affordability. The math doesn't lie: you might pay less per month, but in the long run, you'd nearly double the total cost of the house. That didn't stop Bill Pulte, head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, from calling it a game-changer. But Pulte's now facing heat because this idea just doesn't have a lot of fans.The appeal is pretty simple. You give younger buyers a way into the housing market with a lower monthly payment. Maybe that helps them get in the game earlier, buy a house in their twenties, start building equity. But let's be honest — the problem isn't just the monthly payment. It's the cost of everything. I didn't buy a house in my twenties because I wasn't ready, and I wanted to live a little. That's not a mortgage issue. That's a culture issue.And when I finally did buy, I didn't care how long the mortgage was. I cared about location, timing, and whether I actually wanted to settle down. A 50-year mortgage might help on the margins, but it's not the silver bullet for housing affordability. Maybe it gets a few people in the door earlier. Maybe not. But it's certainly not going to fix the system.Schumer on the Hot SeatChuck Schumer is taking incoming fire from all directions. After eight Senate Democrats voted with Republicans to end the shutdown, a lot of progressives decided enough was enough. Groups like MoveOn and Indivisible are now calling for Schumer to resign. Even some moderates are joining the chorus. They say he's out of touch, ineffective, and unable to confront Trump in any meaningful way.MoveOn claims 80% of their members want Schumer out. Representatives like Rashida Tlaib, Ro Khanna, and Seth Moulton have all voiced their displeasure. But over in the House, Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries is standing by Schumer. He gave a full-throated endorsement, saying Schumer is the right man for the job and that his fight during the shutdown was valiant. So at least publicly, Schumer isn't going anywhere.But this does shine a spotlight on the growing rift within the Democratic Party. The progressives want more aggression, more resistance, and less compromise. Schumer's old-school Senate style — the backroom deals, the procedural wrangling — doesn't cut it for them anymore. Whether or not this turns into an actual leadership challenge is still up in the air. But the frustration is loud and growing, and Chuck is smack in the middle of it.Chapters00:00:00 - Intro00:02:39 - Latest on Shutdown00:04:21 - Interview with Kirk Bado00:29:16 - Update00:29:52 - Hemp Products00:33:57 - 50-Year Mortgages00:37:58 - Calls for Schumer to Resign00:41:41 - Interview with Kirk Bado (con't)01:08:10 - Wrap-up This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.politicspoliticspolitics.com/subscribe
Congressman Byron Donalds sits down with Jillian Michaels for a fiery, unfiltered conversation on everything shaking Washington — the government shutdown, Newsom's Prop 50 gerrymandering scandal, the fight over healthcare for undocumented migrants and his viral showdown with Rashida Tlaib, calling out the left's toxic identity politics and the media's double standard. From power plays to political theater, he lays bare how corruption and culture wars are reshaping America's future.This episode is sponsored by Shopify. Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/jillianThis episode is sponsored by Quince. Go to Quince.com/jillian for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Ralph welcomes Michael Mann, Professor in the “Department of Earth and Environmental Science” at the University of Pennsylvania and author along with Dr. Peter Hotez of “Science Under Siege: How to Fight the Five Most Powerful Forces that Threaten Our World.” Then we are joined by Martin O'Malley, former governor of Maryland and one time Commissioner of the Social Security Administration to refute all the lies being told about the state of Social Security.Dr. Michael E. Mann is Presidential Distinguished Professor in the “Department of Earth and Environmental Science” at the University of Pennsylvania. He is a co-founder of the award-winning science website RealClimate.org, and the author of more than 200 peer-reviewed and edited publications, numerous op-eds and commentaries, and seven books, including “Science Under Siege: How to Fight the Five Most Powerful Forces that Threaten Our World” (co-authored with Dr. Peter Hotez).It's the five actors that we talk about, the five forces that threaten our world: the Plutocrats, the Petro States, the Polluters, the Propagandists, and yes, the Press, not all media outlets, but many of them, including even what we used to think of as legacy. Objective news outlets like the New York Times and the Washington Post too often engage in what we call performative neutrality, where anti-science positions are placed on an equal footing with the overwhelming consensus of the world's scientists.Dr. Michael MannPeople like to finger point at China, which currently is the largest emitter (of greenhouse gases) because they industrialized much later than the United States, more than a century later. But their trajectory is actually a downward trajectory. They've contributed far less carbon pollution to the atmosphere than we have, and they're taking greater action.Dr. Michael MannThe United States doesn't get to determine the future course of human civilization at this point. It's going to be the rest of the world. All the United States gets to determine is whether it's going to be on the front line of the clean energy transition, the great economic development of this century, whether they're going to be on board or left behind.Dr. Michael MannMartin O'Malley served as Commissioner of the Social Security Administration from December 20, 2023 to November 29, 2024. He previously served as Governor of Maryland from 2007 to 2015, following two terms as Mayor of the City of Baltimore.Once they (the Trump Administration) got rid of the heads of all of the offices of Inspectors General, they started launching these big lies, like the lie that there are 12 million dead people that continue to receive checks. And as Trump said himself to Congress, some of them are as much as 300 years old, which would have had them here for the founding of Jamestown.Martin O'MalleyThey (Republicans) are trying to wreck it (Social Security), wreck its reputation, wreck its customer service, so then they can rob it.Martin O'MalleyNews 10/3/25* Our top story this week is President Trump's chilling speech to the military high command, in which he proclaimed that “America is under invasion from within,” per PBS. Trump went on to say that he plans to use American cities – citing Chicago, San Francisco, and Portland – as “training grounds for our military.” Warning against conscientious objections by the military to this weaponization against domestic opponents, Trump added “I'm going to be meeting with generals and with admirals and with leaders. And if I don't like somebody, I'm going to fire them right on this spot.” Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, who has recently styled himself Secretary of War, reiterated this message, saying “if the words I'm speaking today are making your heart sink, then you should do the honorable thing and resign.” In terms of actual policy, a new draft National Defense Strategy calls for prioritizing defense of the “homeland,” over potential foreign threats, such as from China, per POLITICO. The administration followed up this declaration with a dystopian deployment in Chicago, where federal agents rappelled down from helicopters to raid a South Side apartment building, arresting Venezuelan migrants and Black American citizens alike. In a statement given to ABC7 Chicago, one man detained by feds stated “They had the Black people in one van, and the immigrants in another.” Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker decried the presence of “jackbooted thugs roaming around a peaceful downtown,” and demanded federal troops “Get out of Chicago...You are not helping us,” per the New York Times.* Speaking of conflicts abroad, this week Trump unveiled his proposal for a peace deal in Gaza. According to CNN, “The plan calls for Israel to release 250 Palestinian prisoners with life sentences, as well as 1,700 Palestinians detained since the start of the war, in exchange for Hamas freeing 48 hostages.” Once these exchanges have been completed, Israel is to gradually withdraw from Gaza and turn over administration of the enclave to a “Board of Peace,” which will include Trump himself along with former British Prime Minister Tony Blair, in a bizarre historical echo of the British mandatory rule over Palestine. If this process proceeds, it will supposedly create “a path for a just peace on the basis of a two-state solution.” The odds of success however are slim.* In more Gaza news, the Global Sumud Flotilla has been intercepted off the coast of Gaza and Israel has detained the activists on board. Video evidence shows the IDF detaining activist Greta Thunberg specifically. According to Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib, “The Israeli government has illegally abducted over 450 participants of the Global Sumud Flotilla, including nearly two dozen U.S. citizens…We must demand their immediate release and their protection from abuse and torture in Israeli detention. End the siege and genocide of Gaza now.” According to the Flotilla organizers, one of the ships – the Mikeno – got as close as 9.3 miles from the coast, within Gaza's territorial waters, before they lost its signal. While disappointing, given that this is the largest aid flotilla to Gaza in history and came so close to the shore, it seems that at least the flotilla gave fishermen in Gaza the opportunity to go out on the water without interference from the Israeli navy – a crack in the all-encompassing blockade.* Meanwhile, Fox News reports that Israeli intelligence hijacked all cellphones in Gaza in order to forcibly broadcast Prime Minister Netanyahu's United Nations General Assembly speech last week, in which he accused the leaders of western nations who recently recognized the state of Palestine – France, Australia, and the U.K. among others – of being “Leaders who appease evil rather than support a nation whose brave soldiers guard you from the barbarians at the gate,” adding, “They're already penetrating your gates. When will you learn?” Netanyahu's speech was also blasted into Gaza via loudspeakers on the Israeli side of the border. The families of the hostages still held in Gaza released a statement decrying this provocative action, writing “We know from our children…that the loudspeakers were placed inside Gaza. This action endangers their lives, all for the sake of a so-called public diplomacy campaign to preserve [Netanyahu's] rule…He is doing PR at the expense of our children's lives and security. Today we lost the last shred of trust we had in the political echelon and in the army leaders who approved this scandalous operation.”* In Latin America, Trump is planning to bailout Argentina, which has suffered tremendous economic shocks under the stewardship of radical Libertarian President Javier Milei. According to Newsweek, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has offered Argentina a, “$20 billion swap line and other forms of assistance to help stabilize the Argentine peso, and said the U.S. remained ‘prepared to do what is necessary' to sustain the ‘important strides' taken by Milei.” This kind of ideologically driven foreign assistance flies in the face of Trump's supposed “America First” policies, but beyond that it has infuriated domestic interests, especially in the agricultural sector. American Soybean Association President Caleb Ragland posted a statement reading, “The frustration is overwhelming…U.S. soybean prices are falling, harvest is underway, and farmers read headlines not about securing a trade agreement with China, but that the U.S. is extending…economic support to Argentina.” This is a particular twist of the knife because following Trump's offer, Argentina lowered export restrictions and sent “20 shiploads of Argentine soybeans to China in just two days.” Republicans representing agricultural interests share this fury. Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley wrote “Why would [America] help bail out Argentina while they take American soybean producers' biggest market???...We should use leverage at every turn to help [the] hurting farm economy. Family farmers should be top of mind in negotiations by representatives of [the] USA.” North Dakota Representative Julie Fedorchak added “This is a bitter pill for North Dakota soybean farmers to swallow.”* Moving on from foreign affairs, this week saw the release of a new batch of Epstein files, demanded by Democrats on the House Oversight Committee and turned over by the Jeffrey Epstein Estate. These files include “phone message logs, copies of flight logs and manifests for aircraft,” along with “copies of financial ledgers and Epstein's daily schedule.” These new releases implicate many big names, including Elon Musk, Peter Thiel, Steve Bannon, and well-documented Epstein associate, Prince Andrew of the British royal family, per the BBC. The release of these files is the latest victory in the campaign to expose everyone involved with Epstein's underage sex ring, a campaign Republicans in government – led by President Trump – have resisted. According to the Hill, Speaker Mike Johnson is refusing to allow the swearing-in of Adelita Grijalva, who was elected last week in a special election to fill the seat vacated by her father's death. In this move, many see an attempt by Speaker Johnson to stave off the discharge petition to release the Epstein files. Grijalva has already committed to signing the petition.* In the wake of the Charlie Kirk assassination, Republicans have hammered the left for what they see as violent rhetoric, with the White House going so far as to classify certain ideas – among them anti-fascism, anti-capitalism and “extremism on migration, race, and gender” – as potentially punishable under domestic terrorism laws. Meanwhile, however, the Arizona Mirror reports a Republican lawmaker in the state has called for the Washington Democratic Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal to be “tried convicted and hanged.” The lawmaker, state Representative John Gillette, was responding to a video in which Jayapal counseled protestors on “non-violent resistance” to Trump's policies. Gillette on the other hand has vocally supported the January 6th insurrectionaries, labeling them “political prisoners” and calling for their release. Asked for comment, Gillette said “The comment is what it is.” For her part, Congresswoman Jayapal has called for “All political leaders, of all parties, [to] denounce” these comments.* Turning to local news, incumbent New York City Mayor Eric Adams has dropped his bid for reelection, Reuters reports. Adams has been mired in scandal of all kinds, including a federal indictment for bribery. Speculation abounds as to why he chose to suspend his campaign now. It is too late to take his name off of the ballot and he declined to endorse any other candidate, making it unlikely that he did so to bolster the chances of disgraced former Governor Andrew Cuomo, who is still continuing his independent bid for the mayoralty despite lagging behind Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani by a substantial margin. On the other hand, Adams has previously been offered incentives by President Trump to drop out of the race, including potential protection from prosecution and an ambassadorial post in Saudi Arabia. Curtis Sliwa, the Republican nominee, claims “Seven different people,” have offered him a “total of $10 million,” to withdraw from the race, but he adamantly refuses to do so, saying “you can't bribe me, buy me, lease me, I'm not for sale.” This from the New York Post.* Next, on September 25th, Black liberation activist Assata Shakur passed away at the age of 78, per Democracy Now!. Shakur had been convicted of killing a New Jersey state trooper in 1973, though serious doubts remain about her role in the death. She escaped from prison in 1979 and fled to Cuba, where she received asylum in 1984 and continued to maintain her innocence until her death. In 1998, Pope John Paul II visited Cuba and faced calls to demand Assata's extradition to the United States to “face justice” for the murder. In a highly-publicized letter, Assata wrote “The New Jersey State Police and other law enforcement officials say they want to see me brought to ‘justice.' But I would like to know what they mean by ‘justice.' Is torture justice?... When my people receive justice, I am sure that I will receive it, too.” Rest in power, Assata.* Our final story comes to us from, where else, but Hollywood. Variety reports, AI production studio Particle6 has created an AI “actress” who is “named” Tilly Norwood and thereby created a firestorm within the entertainment industry. Tilly's creator, Eline Van der Velden argues that she sees, “AI not as a replacement for people, but as a new tool…Just as animation, puppetry, or CGI opened fresh possibilities without taking away from live acting…nothing – certainly not an AI character – can take away the craft or joy of human performance.” However, SAG-AFTRA – the union representing screen actors – has issued a blistering statement, writing “To be clear, ‘Tilly Norwood' is not an actor, it's a character generated by a computer program that was trained on the work of countless professional performers — without permission or compensation…It has no life experience to draw from, no emotion and, from what we've seen, audiences aren't interested in watching computer-generated content untethered from the human experience.” The statement continues, “It doesn't solve any ‘problem' — it creates the problem of using stolen performances to put actors out of work, jeopardizing performer livelihoods and devaluing human artistry.” This episode is simply the latest clash within the entertainment industry between workers and the rising tide of AI. It will not be the last.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
Ilhan Omar, AOC and Rashida Tlaib smack talk Charlie Kirk and Donald Trump responds. Myth-busting Liberal lies about Charlie Kirk. Peter McCullough joins the show to talk about new evidence regarding the harm of COVID-19 vaccines. ► Subscribe to Sara Gonzales Unfiltered! https://www.youtube.com/@SaraGonzalesUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1 Today's Sponsors: ► Patriot Mobile Go to PatriotMobile.com or call 972-PATRIOT—and use promo code SARA for a free month of service. ► Kindred Harvest Teas Go to KindredHarvest.co and use code SARA for 20% off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 3: 5:05pm- Greg DeMichele begs Rich for a birthday shoutout…so HAPPY BIRTHDAY, Greg! 5:10pm- On Friday, 38 Democrats—including Rep. Alexandria Ocasio Cortez—voted against a House resolution honoring the life and legacy of Charlie Kirk. The resolution ultimately passed with bipartisan support despite performative outrage from AOC. 5:20pm- During a House hearing, Rep. Rashida Tlaib baselessly claimed that the Trump Administration is engaged in a “fascist takeover.” Rep. Byron Donalds took a stand against the purposefully vitriolic language—which led to Tlaib having a complete mental breakdown. 5:40pm- On his podcast, Rainn Wilson condemned some of his liberal friends for celebrating the death of Charlie Kirk. Mark Ruffalo agreed that type of behavior is unacceptable.
The Rich Zeoli Show- Full Episode (09/19/2025): 3:05pm- Trump Should End the Federal Communications Commission (FCC): ABC/Disney has indefinitely suspended “Jimmy Kimmel Live”—following Kimmel's comments on the killing of Charlie Kirk. The late-night host shamefully accused Republicans of using the death to “score political points.” While the network's move appears to be a result of Kimmel's comments coupled with poor ratings, FCC Chairman Brendan Carr suggested his department could potentially investigate ABC/Disney over Kimmel's vitriolic remarks—muddying the waters. Many have expressed concern that Carr's warning amounts to a First Amendment violation. Republicans must be consistent defenders of free speech. Rich thinks Carr should mimic Linda McMahon's pledge to do away with the Department of Education and end the FCC once and for all. 3:20pm- During the Biden Administration, Democrats and media members called for widespread censorship of opinions they didn't like—suggesting those takes amounted to “dangerous misinformation.” Republicans should not be adopting a similar stance just because they're in power right now. 3:25pm- Flashback: In February 2022, then-White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki warned that if Spotify did not do more to police Joe Rogan's Covid-19 “misinformation,” the federal government would get involved. 3:40pm- Listeners weigh in: Should the Trump Administration do away with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)? 3:50pm- On Friday, 38 Democrats—including Rep. Alexandria Ocasio Cortez—voted against a House resolution honoring the life and legacy of Charlie Kirk. The resolution ultimately passed with bipartisan support despite performative outrage from AOC. 4:05pm- Dr. Wilfred Reilly—Professor of Political Science at Kentucky State University & Author of “Lies My Liberal Teacher Told Me”—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss the launch of his new consulting company, Unified Solutions America, which will specialize in “Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion rehab.” Plus, an unstable Luigi Mangione supporter is now claiming she's married to an AI version of the alleged UnitedHealthCare CEO killer. 4:40pm- Matt is broadcasting from Cape Cod—where he ate a 1-pound lobster roll for lunch. Why the heck did he spend $45 for a sandwich!?!? 4:50pm- On Friday, President Donald Trump spoke with reporters from the Oval Office—announcing that he has struck a deal with Chinese President Xi regarding TikTok's future in the United States. 5:05pm- Greg DeMichele begs Rich for a birthday shoutout…so HAPPY BIRTHDAY, Greg! 5:10pm- On Friday, 38 Democrats—including Rep. Alexandria Ocasio Cortez—voted against a House resolution honoring the life and legacy of Charlie Kirk. The resolution ultimately passed with bipartisan support despite performative outrage from AOC. 5:20pm- During a House hearing, Rep. Rashida Tlaib baselessly claimed that the Trump Administration is engaged in a “fascist takeover.” Rep. Byron Donalds took a stand against the purposefully vitriolic language—which led to Tlaib having a complete mental breakdown. 5:40pm- On his podcast, Rainn Wilson condemned some of his liberal friends for celebrating the death of Charlie Kirk. Mark Ruffalo agreed that type of behavior is unacceptable. 6:05pm- Flashback: Charlie Kirk shuts down a white nationalist who idiotically claims being American is synonymous with being white. 6:10pm- On Friday, 38 Democrats—including Rep. Alexandria Ocasio Cortez—voted against a House resolution honoring the life and legacy of Charlie Kirk. The resolution ultimately passed with bipartisan support despite performative outrage from AOC. 6:30pm- Trump Should End the Federal Communications Commission (FCC): ABC/Disney has indefinitely suspended “Jimmy Kimmel Live”—following Kimmel's comments on the killing of Charlie Kirk. The late-night host shamefully accused Republicans of using the death to “score political points.” While the network's move appears to be a resul ...
Byron Donalds clashes with Rashida Tlaib in a fiery exchange on Capitol Hill, while Ilhan Omar sparks outrage with church remarks and Trump calls for her impeachment. Patrick Bet-David and the panel break down the chaos, free speech, and the growing divide in American politics.
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The assassination of Charlie Kirk They frame Kirk’s death as a political assassination, comparing it to historical killings of JFK, Bobby Kennedy, and Martin Luther King Jr. The hosts emphasize concerns about political violence, the dangers of polarization, and left-wing reactions online. They highlight messages of unity from unexpected voices on the left, such as Cenk Uygur, while contrasting that with those celebrating Kirk’s death. Persecution of Christians in Nigeria Cruz details violence by Boko Haram and ISIS-West Africa, citing statistics of tens of thousands of Christians killed and thousands of churches destroyed. He introduces the Nigeria Religious Freedom Accountability Act of 2025, which seeks to: Classify Nigeria as a “country of particular concern” for religious freedom. Keep Boko Haram and ISIS-West Africa labeled as terrorist groups. Sanction Nigerian officials complicit in persecution. The discussion connects this to broader issues of U.S. foreign policy, criticizing past administrations (especially Obama and Biden) for not doing enough to defend persecuted Christians. Tucker Carlson’s controversial statements Carlson’s remarks about offering condolences to Osama bin Laden’s family, questioning Hamas’s designation as a terrorist group, and sympathetic portrayals of Russia and Iran are strongly criticized. Cruz and Ferguson accuse Carlson of moral relativism, equating his views with those of progressive politicians like Ilhan Omar or Rashida Tlaib. They reaffirm that groups like Hamas, al-Qaeda, and ISIS are terrorist organizations, citing both U.S. and international designations as well as historical attacks. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/verdictwithtedcruz X: https://x.com/tedcruz X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Monday's Mark Levin Show, President Trump rightly criticized Sen Tim Kaine for saying that our rights come from government, not God. The book "Ameritopia" explained that John Locke had profound influence on America's founders during the Revolutionary period. Locke's philosophy was, natural law, derived from God's will, governs all, including governments; no authority can violate inalienable rights; and governments exist by consent to preserve these rights, not create them. This connects to the Declaration of Independence's principles. Kaine's view is stunning and representative of the Democrat position. Also, the Democrat Party has radicalized far beyond its base, leaving behind traditional Democrats like veterans, police, firefighters, and generational members who now form a minority. A recent Gallup poll, show that only 42% of Democrats view capitalism positively, while 66% favor socialism. This reflects the entire party, not just the base, as evidenced by elections of socialists in cities like New York and support for figures like AOC and Bernie Sanders. This Democratic radicalization is partly due to new immigrants from anti-capitalist societies. Later, Dr Zuhdi Jasser calls in to discuss his run for Arizona's 4th Congressional district. Jasser emphasized his commitment to service, love for America, and fighting against radical Islam, and far-left policies exploiting freedoms. Jasser would be a counter to progressive kooks like Rashida Tlaib and Ilhan Omar. Afterward, sanctuary states and cities are unconstitutional. America fought a civil war making that clear. States and cities cannot defy federal constitutional authority that is clearly granted to the national government -- the enforcement of federal immigration law. They cannot nullify federal law. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Malcolm Hoenlein. Jerusalem Terror Attack and Gaza Offensive Amidst Global Geopolitical Shifts. A Jerusalem bus terror attack killed six; Gaza offensive targets Hamas infrastructure amidst propaganda. UAEcondemned the attack. France's government fell, impacting Macron's Palestinian state push. Iraq probes Iranian oil smuggling, and Iran established UK sleeper cells. A controversial anti-American Detroit conference, with Congresswoman Tlaib, occurred. Public support for Israel remains strong. 1914 RED CRESCENT PALESTINE
CONTINUED Malcolm Hoenlein. Jerusalem Terror Attack and Gaza Offensive Amidst Global Geopolitical Shifts. A Jerusalem bus terror attack killed six; Gaza offensive targets Hamas infrastructure amidst propaganda. UAEcondemned the attack. France's government fell, impacting Macron's Palestinian state push. Iraq probes Iranian oil smuggling, and Iran established UK sleeper cells. A controversial anti-American Detroit conference, with Congresswoman Tlaib, occurred. Public support for Israel remains strong 1914 GREAT WAR PALESTINE
SHOW SCHEDULE 9-8-25 CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR GOOD EVENING: The show begins in Yemen, asking what is to be done with the pirate Houthis? 1993 YEMEN FIRST HOUR 9-915 Bridget Toomey, Bill Raggio. Israel Strikes Houthis in Yemen Amidst Renewed Conflict and US Policy Flaws. Israel has intensified strikes against Houthis in Yemen, assassinating 12 government members in August. A previous USdeal enabling continued Houthi attacks on Israel is criticized. The Iranian proxy retaliated with new attacks and detained UN personnel. International response to Red Sea aggression is stalled, complicated by the Israeli conflict and geopolitical interests.915-930 CONTINUED Bridget Toomey, Bill Raggio. Israel Strikes Houthis in Yemen Amidst Renewed Conflict and US Policy Flaws. Israel has intensified strikes against Houthis in Yemen, assassinating 12 government members in August. A previous USdeal enabling continued Houthi attacks on Israel is criticized. The Iranian proxy retaliated with new attacks and detained UN personnel. International response to Red Sea aggression is stalled, complicated by the Israeli conflict and geopolitical interests.930-945 David Daoud. Jerusalem Terror Attack Highlights Persistent West Bank Threats and Gaza War Dynamics. A Jerusalem bus attack by West Bank Palestinians killed six, reflecting persistent terror and security gaps. Israel'sGaza City incursion proceeds slowly, impacted by depleted resources and international opposition. Israel may use the invasion threat for Hamas concessions. President Trump supports Israel's operations but urges the war's end, impacting Israel's image.945-1000 CONTINUED David Daoud. Jerusalem Terror Attack Highlights Persistent West Bank Threats and Gaza War Dynamics. A Jerusalem bus attack by West Bank Palestinians killed six, reflecting persistent terror and security gaps. Israel'sGaza City incursion proceeds slowly, impacted by depleted resources and international opposition. Israel may use the invasion threat for Hamas concessions. President Trump supports Israel's operations but urges the war's end, impacting Israel's image. SECOND HOUR 10-1015 Malcolm Hoenlein. Jerusalem Terror Attack and Gaza Offensive Amidst Global Geopolitical Shifts.A Jerusalem bus terror attack killed six; Gaza offensive targets Hamas infrastructure amidst propaganda. UAEcondemned the attack. France's government fell, impacting Macron's Palestinian state push. Iraq probes Iranian oil smuggling, and Iran established UK sleeper cells. A controversial anti-American Detroit conference, with Congresswoman Tlaib, occurred. Public support for Israel remains strong. 1015-1030 CONTINUED Malcolm Hoenlein. Jerusalem Terror Attack and Gaza Offensive Amidst Global Geopolitical Shifts. A Jerusalem bus terror attack killed six; Gaza offensive targets Hamas infrastructure amidst propaganda. UAEcondemned the attack. France's government fell, impacting Macron's Palestinian state push. Iraq probes Iranian oil smuggling, and Iran established UK sleeper cells. A controversial anti-American Detroit conference, with Congresswoman Tlaib, occurred. Public support for Israel remains strong.1030-1045 JANATYN SAYEH. Israel Amplifies Anti-Regime Messaging in Iran Amidst Shadow War and Rearmament Concerns. Iran anticipates war as Israel targets nuclear sites and supports the Iranian opposition, projecting a prosperous post-regime future. Tehran now sees Israel, not US, as the primary regime-change threat. China provides economic support, but Iran's proxies face rearmament challenges. Uncertainty on Iran's nuclear material and enrichment capacity fuels potential Israeli attacks. 1045-1100 CONTINUED JANATYN SAYEH. Israel Amplifies Anti-Regime Messaging in Iran Amidst Shadow War and Rearmament Concerns. Iran anticipates war as Israel targets nuclear sites and supports the Iranian opposition, projecting a prosperous post-regime future. Tehran now sees Israel, not US, as the primary regime-change threat. China provides economic support, but Iran's proxies face rearmament challenges. Uncertainty on Iran's nuclear material and enrichment capacity fuels potential Israeli attacks. THIRD HOUR 1100-1115 John HardIe. Russia Intensifies Ukraine Barrage; Trump Faces Pressure for Stronger Sanctions. Russia launched a massive drone and missile attack on Ukraine, signaling Putin's refusal to negotiate. President Trumpfaces pressure to implement tougher sanctions on Russian oil revenue. Ukraine faces infantry shortages and porous lines but is improving air defenses. Russian advances are slow, struggling to exploit Ukrainian vulnerabilities on the battlefield.1115-1130 CONTINUED John HardIe. Russia Intensifies Ukraine Barrage; Trump Faces Pressure for Stronger Sanctions. Russia launched a massive drone and missile attack on Ukraine, signaling Putin's refusal to negotiate. President Trumpfaces pressure to implement tougher sanctions on Russian oil revenue. Ukraine faces infantry shortages and porous lines but is improving air defenses. Russian advances are slow, struggling to exploit Ukrainian vulnerabilities on the battlefield. 1130-1145 Ernesto Araújo, Alejandro Peña Esclusa. US Escalates Anti-Drug Operations in Venezuela; Brazil Shows Support for Trump Against Lula. President Trump enacted a military doctrine targeting Venezuelan drug cartels, including a boat strike, with Venezuelans hoping for liberation from Maduro. In Brazil, public support for Trump and Bolsonaro signals desire for US alliance against Lula's government. Trump threatens tariffs if Bolsonaro is jailed.1145-1200 CONTINUED Ernesto Araújo, Alejandro Peña Esclusa. US Escalates Anti-Drug Operations in Venezuela; Brazil Shows Support for Trump Against Lula. President Trump enacted a military doctrine targeting Venezuelan drug cartels, including a boat strike, with Venezuelans hoping for liberation from Maduro. In Brazil, public support for Trump and Bolsonaro signals desire for US alliance against Lula's government. Trump threatens tariffs if Bolsonaro is jailed. FOURTH HOUR 12-1215 Alan Tonelson. Mexico Considers Tariffs on China Amidst US Pressure and Manufacturing Shifts. Mexico considers tariffs on China to protect local industry, aligning with Trump 2.0's North American trade strategy. China's export-driven model faces global pushback. US manufacturing capital spending rises despite job uncertainty. A Hyundai plant in Georgia controversially employed South Koreans lacking proper papers, challenging the Inflation Reduction Act's American job goals.1215-1230 CONTINUED Alan Tonelson. Mexico Considers Tariffs on China Amidst US Pressure and Manufacturing Shifts. Mexico considers tariffs on China to protect local industry, aligning with Trump 2.0's North American trade strategy. China's export-driven model faces global pushback. US manufacturing capital spending rises despite job uncertainty. A Hyundai plant in Georgia controversially employed South Koreans lacking proper papers, challenging the Inflation Reduction Act's American job goals.1230-1245 Kelly Currie. Indonesia Navigates Geopolitical Tensions and Domestic Instability Amidst Cabinet Shuffle. Indonesian President Prabowo attended a Chinese parade, balancing China's investment with other alliances amidst domestic protests. Indonesia grapples with persistent corruption, police brutality, and deep-seated societal tensions. A cabinet reshuffle, replacing Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati, risks economic instability despite growth promises. Indonesia seeks US balance against China.1245-100 AM Michael Sobolik. China's Biowarfare Ambitions Threaten US Dominance and Global Health. China's Communist Party develops biowarfare, including ethnic-specific genetic attacks, to achieve strategic dominance over the US. China aims to divert US biotech innovation and control future vaccine distribution, leveraging lessons from COVID-19. US vaccine hesitancy and decreased investment in cutting-edge technology leave it dangerously exposed to future biothreats.
Alleged Targeting of Christians by the Biden Administration The discussion focuses on a task force created under former President Trump, chaired by Attorney General Pam Bondi, which claims to have uncovered numerous instances of anti-Christian bias within federal agencies during the Biden administration. The report accuses agencies like the Department of Defense, Department of Education, Department of Labor, and others of mishandling or denying religious exemptions, imposing large fines on Christian universities, targeting religious groups through the DOJ and FBI, and showing favoritism toward non-Christian religions. Cruz and Ferguson frame this as government “weaponization” against Christians, emphasizing violations of First Amendment rights and calling for accountability, firings, and possible prosecutions. Criticism of Tucker Carlson’s Recent Positions The second half shifts to sharp criticism of Tucker Carlson, arguing he has become increasingly extreme and “unrecognizable.” They cite his comments about offering condolences to Osama bin Laden’s family, questioning whether Hamas is a terrorist group, and sympathetic tones toward authoritarian leaders like Putin and the president of Iran. Cruz and Ferguson strongly denounce these stances as “bizarre,” “unhinged,” and morally wrong, stressing that groups like Hamas and leaders like bin Laden should unequivocally be condemned. They frame Carlson as betraying conservative principles and aligning with rhetoric from figures like Ilhan Omar or Rashida Tlaib, which they see as evidence of his spiral away from mainstream conservatism. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/verdictwithtedcruz X: https://x.com/tedcruz X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.