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Sen. Marsha Blackburn had repeatedly presented herself publicly as an advocate for transparency surrounding Jeffrey Epstein, while Sen. Ron Wyden's investigation showed that she declined opportunities to help obtain precisely the financial records that could have shed more light on Epstein's operation. Beginning in 2024, Wyden's office reportedly approached Blackburn multiple times seeking her support for efforts to compel the release of Epstein-related suspicious activity reports and other banking records. When Treasury officials resisted Wyden's requests, he eventually pursued legislation that would force production of the material. According to the reporting, Blackburn's office never gave Wyden a clear commitment and did not respond affirmatively to a direct request that she co-sponsor the legislation, despite Blackburn continuing to publicly criticize others for supposedly obstructing Epstein transparency.That contradiction was the heart of the story: Blackburn's public rhetoric about exposing the Epstein scandal was being measured against what she actually did when presented with a concrete opportunity to assist a major congressional investigation. Wyden's investigation ultimately uncovered extensive evidence concerning Epstein's financial relationships and alleged compliance failures at JPMorgan, Deutsche Bank and Bank of America, making the records he sought potentially important to understanding how Epstein moved money and how financial institutions responded to warning signs surrounding him. The Banner's reporting therefore raised the question of whether Blackburn's highly visible demands for Epstein accountability were matched by meaningful action behind the scenes, or whether she was willing to campaign on transparency while declining to support one of the most substantial efforts in Congress to follow Epstein's money.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Report alleges Blackburn refused to help with Epstein probe - Nashville BannerBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Fauci is once again in our face. The key question is whether he will face real accountability—or whether the current proceedings are just political theater.  The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is under fresh scrutiny concerning Fauci's role and the decisions he made during the pandemic. Officials repeatedly treated him as an expert they could trust, even though serious questions remain about whether his earlier actions may have helped set the pandemic in motion in to begin with.

Democrats need to flip four seats in order to gain a majority in the Senate. The most talked-about toss-up seats, according to the FOX News Power Rankings, include Maine, Alaska, Ohio, and Iowa. In the Hawkeye State, polls are tightening in a race that hasn't elected a Democrat since 2008. Iowa Congresswoman and Senate nominee Ashley Hinson joins to discuss her campaign against Democratic U.S. Senate nominee Josh Turek, the impact of tariffs and food costs on the race, and the need for a congressional stock-trading ban. Plus, she previews tonight's MLB Field of Dreams game taking place in her district. Fertility rates in the United States are near historic lows as more Americans turn to fertility care, which could make starting a family more expensive and emotionally taxing. Embryologist, fertility educator, and award-winning author, Jessica Manns, joins the Rundown to unpack the medical realities of fertility treatments while addressing the profound emotional complexities of family planning. PLUS, commentary by Karol Markowicz, columnist for the New York Post and FOX News. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What would Andy Biggs do as Governor of Arizona?In this episode of The New Frontiers, Congressman and Arizona gubernatorial candidate Andy Biggs sits down with Paul Johnson and Henry Thompson for a wide-ranging conversation about his vision for Arizona and the major political and economic issues shaping the state's future.Biggs addresses one of the biggest controversies surrounding his political career — the 2020 election — and discusses how he would approach future election results as governor. From there, the conversation turns to Arizona's economy, affordability, housing, water, education, energy, and the growing role of independent voters.Topics Discussed in This Episode:- Andy Biggs' path from attorney to Congress and the Freedom Caucus- Federal spending, the national debt, and the federal budget deficit- Donald Trump and the 2020 election- Arizona's economy and eliminating the state income tax- Arizona's housing affordability crisis- Arizona's water future and the Colorado River- School choice, ESAs, charter schools, and education reform- AI, data centers, and Arizona's growing energy demands- Katie Hobbs and the Arizona governor's race- The growing influence of independent votersWith Arizona facing major decisions over its economy and future, this conversation gives voters an opportunity to hear Andy Biggs explain his positions, priorities, and vision for the state in his own words.Watch the full interview and decide for yourself: Does Andy Biggs have the vision to lead Arizona into the future?Chapters: 00:00 - Political Extremism & the Future of Arizona08:42 - Introduction09:53 - Who Is Andy Biggs?15:52 - The Freedom Caucus & America's National Debt25:37 - Andy Biggs on Trump & Future Elections27:49 - Has Arizona's Economy Peaked?30:47 - Eliminating Arizona's State Income Tax34:04 - Socialism vs Free Markets40:11 - Solving Arizona's Housing Affordability Crisis45:08 - Arizona's Water Crisis & the Colorado River59:45 - School Choice & the Future of Arizona Education1:10:12 - AI, Data Centers & Arizona's Energy Future1:14:29 - What Has Katie Hobbs Done Right?1:15:41 - Andy Biggs on Independent Voters1:18:07 - Final Remarks and Conclusion  

There's a lion that roars against you - but there's another lion who wants to roar through you. In this message, Ned traces a 3,000-year thread from David's tabernacle of praise through the prophecy of Amos all the way to today, making the case that we are living in the very moment those ancient prophetic words are being fulfilled. Drawing from Psalm 149, Revelation 5, and Colossians 2, he unpacks the critical difference between the enemy's dunamis (raw power) and the believer's exousia (delegated authority) - and why that distinction changes everything about how you face life's battles. You'll be challenged to stop asking God to do what He has already authorized you to do: speak to the mountain, loose the captive, exercise the praise that disarms the enemy. This is an invitation to stop skating toward the pearly gates and start making a difference - right where you are, in Walmart, at your neighbor's fence, in the halls of Congress - as a carrier of the Lion of the Tribe of Judah.

Medal of Honor: Dennis M. Fujii. Trump snuck off Air Force One? A new studio policy. Fauci knew the COVID shot was a risk to pregnant women and still lied to Congress about it. Just how serious was the threat to Trump's life? The response to a nation killing our President should be nuclear weapons dropped on cities.Follow The Jesse Kelly Show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheJesseKellyShowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TABLE OF CONTENTS, JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 8-11-2-26Mary Kissel discusses North Korea's transformation into a critical military supplier for Russia's war in Ukraine, providing ballistic missiles and thousands of combat troops. This collaboration integrates Pyongyang into an "axis of tyranny" alongside Moscow, Beijing, and Tehran to challenge the West and NATO. Kissel notes that the Kim regime's involvement stems from a desire for cash, a need to demonstrate missile capabilities, and a shared goal of weakening U.S.global influence. This development highlights the long-term failure of U.S. diplomacy to prevent North Korean nuclear proliferation and serves as a warning regarding Iran. (1)Jonathan Schanzer addresses the mysterious absence of Iran's Supreme Leader and the resulting tightening grip of the IRGC on the government. The regime is characterized as sclerotic, relying on aging hardliners with "blood on their hands" to maintain power. Meanwhile, the Houthis have escalated attacks in the Red Sea, targeting Saudi infrastructure and shipping ports like Mocha and Jazan. Schanzer argues this is a strategic move by Iran to shut down trade on both sides of the Arabian Peninsula, exploiting a lack of unity between competitive regional powers like Saudi Arabia and the UAE. (2)Liz Peek analyzes the surprisingly vigorous U.S. economy, where consumer spending and small business optimism remain high despite elevated oil prices and stagnant job growth. While the Fed weighs interest rate hikes to curb inflation, a "wealth effect" from the stock market continues to buoy the economy. Politically, Peek highlights a "civil war" within the Democratic Party, where "revolutionary" candidates aligned with the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) are challenging the establishment in key swing states like Michigan and Wisconsin. These far-left candidates struggle with electability among moderate voters in general elections. (3)Joseph Sternberg observes that the current midterm cycle has become an "election about nothing," with both parties failing to articulate clear policy agendas. He argues that Congress has outsourced its constitutional authority to the executive branch and regulatory agencies, losing the habit of legislating. This vacuum is being filled by "celebrity influencers" from the MAGA and DSA factions who prioritize social media attention over governing. Consequently, critical issues like Social Security reform and fiscal reality are being ignored until an inevitable crisis forces congressional action. (4)Gregory Copley evaluates the new "Mecca Joint Defense Agreement" between Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan, which aims to counter Iranian influence despite mutual distrust among the members. The discussion also explores the massive transformation of global trade routes, including China's "Ice Silk Road" through the Arctic and Russia's International North-South Transport Corridor. Copley notes that these routes aim to bypass vulnerable maritime choke points like the Suez Canal and the Strait of Hormuz. Finally, he provides a report on King Charles III's summer activities and public engagements in Scotland. (5)Veronique de Rugy critiques the Trump administration's shift toward "socialism on the right," evidenced by the government taking ownership stakes in private companies like Intel. Often justified by national security, these interventions mirror European state-owned enterprise models that historically burden taxpayers and distort market competition. De Rugy argues that such moves make private companies hostage to government dictates, such as labor or diversity requirements. By adopting policies championed by far-left senators like Bernie Sanders, the administration risks damaging long-term economic efficiency and creating a "state enterprise" system similar to China's. (6)Ahmad Sharawi explains that Russia has secured its military foothold in Syria through a new memorandum of understanding with the Al-Shara government. Russia will maintain access to vital maritime and aerial bases for its operations in the Mediterranean and Africa, while Syria remains dependent on Russian grain and energy. Sharawi notes that the U.S. appears to be losing diplomatic leverage by removing sanctions without obtaining counterterrorism concessions or progress in neutralizing ISIS. The new Syrian administration is successfully playing major powers against each other to maintain domestic stability and maximize international benefits. (7)Samuel Ben-Ur and Bill Roggio discuss the "Board of Peace" plan for post-war Gaza, which proposes a civilian Palestinian government overseen by international forces. A significant impasse remains: Israel refuses to withdraw until Hamas is disarmed, while Hamas has endorsed the plan, likely hoping its allies—Turkey and Qatar—will oversee the verification process. The discussion reveals that Gaza's tunnel network is more extensive than previously believed, with only 40–50% cleared after years of war. One proposed solution to prevent Hamas from regrouping is filling the remaining tunnels with cement. (8)Thaddeus McCotter analyzes the Michigan Senate race between Mike Rogers and Abdul El-Sayed, a Rhodes Scholar supported by the far-left DSA. El-Sayed's primary victory over the Democratic establishment highlights the growing influence of "woke" ideology in college towns. While El-Sayed attempts to pivot to the center for the general election, his lack of a public voting record makes his true agenda difficult to pin down. McCotter suggests the race will test whether voters will reject the "Jacobin" manifestations of cancel culture and extreme progressive policies in favor of a more traditional candidate. (9)All nine files this time, with Gregory Copley in place at (5).

Joseph Sternberg observes that the current election cycle lacks substantial policy agendas, as both major parties focus on political theater rather than governing. Congress has increasingly outsourced its legislative authority to the executive branch, leaving lawmakers to prioritize social media celebrity over constitutional responsibilities. This vacuum is filled by "influencer" politicians from both the MAGA and DSA factions who push extreme, non-consensus positions. Sternberg warns that this atrophy of the legislative process leaves critical national issues, such as Social Security reform and the mounting national debt, unaddressed until a fiscal crisis inevitably forces action. (4)

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The Independent Movement's Tipping Point. How One Senate Seat And Two Or Three House Seats Are All It Takes To Break Both Parties. For the first time on Independent Americans, Senator Joe Manchin and Heather Manchin sit down with Paul Rieckhoff to lay out exactly how they plan to break the grip of the rigged two-party system. Joe Manchin knows what one honest vote can do — he was the deciding vote in a 50-50 Senate and got more done in the 117th Congress than most Congresses in a generation. Heather Manchin brings the business mind: mapping the billions of dollars flowing left and right, the closed primaries in 16 states that shut independents out, and the digital strategy needed to punch through the echo chambers and actually win. Together, they make the case that this is the tipping point — and that a handful of independent seats in the House and Senate could change everything. And that their efforts through their new Independent Leadership Council initiative can help to propel that change. The conversation goes deep on Montana, where combat veteran Seth Bodnar now has a true three-way shot after the DSCC's preferred Democrat refused to step aside and the GOP hand-picked a Trump rubber stamp. Joe and Heather explain why independent veterans are the natural leaders of this movement, why the "spoiler" slander is draconian and antiquated, and why building a leadership pipeline from mayors and school boards up to the Senate is how you actually rewire American politics. It's a candid, tactical, and deeply hopeful conversation about turning frustration into structural power — and doing it before the 2026 midterms. -WATCH full video of this episode here. -Check out the Independent Leadership Council here. -Millions of American veterans are being locked out of primary elections in the country they served. See what we're doing to change that. -Visit Kalshi and trade on anything. Use code [INDEPENDENT] to get ten dollars when you trade ten. -Head to cozyearth.com and use the code AMERICANS for an exclusive 20% off. -Join Noble Mobile today and get a $100 bonus when you use code PAUL and stay a member for 2 months! -Join IVA and help us get independent veterans elected to office. -Learn more about Paul's work to elect a new generation of independent leaders with Independent Veterans of America. -Learn more about American Veterans for Ukraine here. -Remember Independent is an Attitude. -Learn more about The Headstrong Project for Veterans, Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), and Department of Veterans Affairs resources in your area. Seeking support is not a sign of weakness. It's a show of strength. If you or a loved one are in immediate crisis, dial 988 and press 1, or text 838255. Connect with Independent Americans: Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all podcast platforms Read more at Substack Support ad-free episodes at Patreon  Connect: Instagram  • X/Twitter • BlueSky • Facebook  Follow on social: @PaulRieckhoff on X, Instagram, Threads, and Bluesky -Join the movement. Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power.  -And get cool IA and Righteous hats, t-shirts and other merch now in time for the new year.  Independent Americans is powered by veteran-owned and led Righteous Media.  And now part of the BLEAV network!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

John Solomon, Special Government Employee (SGE) & Founder/CEO of "Just the News," joins the morning show to break news, saying the FBI and U.S. spy agencies received derogatory evidence about Joe Biden from 14 different informants but embarked on a secret operation to tamp down a Ukrainian corruption scandal engulfing his family during the 2020 election by formally designating Attorney General Bill Barr, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, key members of Congress and journalists as Russian disinformation “conduits,” according to explosive intelligence community documents declassified by the White House.

Jake and Anna break down what happened last night across the country after the primary polls closed in Connecticut, South Carolina and Wisconsin. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen Macedo and Frances Lee are both professors of politics at Princeton. Together they wrote "In Covid's Wake: How Our Politics Failed Us" (Princeton University Press), named one of the best books of 2025 by The Wall Street Journal, The New Yorker, and The Economist, and featured on The New York Times' "The Daily" and PBS NewsHour. The book asks a question few want to spend time with: how did we actually handle the pandemic — and what would we do differently next time? We invited Stephen and Frances on Crazy Good Turns not to relitigate COVID or assign blame, but to look back honestly so that when the next crisis comes, we do a little better. Macedo is a political theorist who has written widely on constitutional law, ethics, and public policy; Lee is a leading scholar of Congress and political polarization. In this episode, we discuss: [04:53] The Book Almost No One Asked For: Why Lee wasn't sure anyone would want to read In Covid's Wake — and why she felt it needed to exist anyway. [07:34] Why We Look Away (This Wasn't The First Time): On the strange quiet that settled after the pandemic — and the echo of 1918, when the country did much the same thing following the Spanish flu. [14:47] No Commission, No Reckoning: We studied 9/11 and the Challenger. We never launched that kind of honest look back at COVID — and Lee explores why. [17:23] Who Suffered the Most: How a response framed as protecting the vulnerable, they argue, so often landed hardest on essential workers, small businesses, and our kids. [26:57] The Case for a "Team B" in Every Crisis: Macedo on what he calls an "effortful pause" — room for dissent, and a wider table than just the experts who already agree. [38:06] Reasons for Hope: Why Macedo thinks we will do better next time, and why he's bullish on students who were in junior high in 2020. My Sincere Thanks Because of listeners like you, our show now ranks among the top 5% of most-downloaded podcasts by volume per month. Your support has helped take our little idea to celebrate generosity and good deeds and turn it into one of the most-listened-to podcasts available. Thank you for being part of a community that celebrates people who do good things for others. Please help us continue to grow by subscribing on your preferred podcast platform and sharing our show with friends.

This episode is presented by Create A Video – Kush Desai, Special Assistant to the President and Deputy Press Secretary, joins me to talk about the latest CPI economic data that got released today. Plus, the social security trust fund is set to run out of money by 2032. This means the US Senators we elect this year will be part of the Congress that has to face the crisis. Choose wisely.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-kaliner-show--6946691/support.Subscribe to the podcast My preferred podcast platform: SpreakerAll the links to Pete's Prep are free!Get exclusive content here!Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code!Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com  

//The Wire//1800Z August 12, 2026// //ROUTINE// //BLUF: OIL CRISIS CONTINUES TO DETERIORATE AS STRATEGIC PETROLEUM RESERVE DROPS BELOW 300 MILLION BARRELS. WAR IN MIDDLE EAST REMAINS COMPLICATED, SHIPPING REMAINS STAGNANT. DOMESTIC VIOLENCE RESULTS IN MURDERS AT DAYCARE IN MINNESOTA.// -----BEGIN TEARLINE------International Events-Middle East: Around the region the war remains as before, with no major strikes being reported overnight. The war between the Houthis and Saudi Arabia has continued to increase in complexity following the Houthi strikes on the Jazan refinery last week. Saudi Arabia has stepped up efforts to fund and supply the official Yemeni government, which was outcast by the Houthis capturing and holding the capital city years ago. Analyst Comment: For the past decade, the Saudis have tried to undermine the Houthi control of Yemen by funding the exiled government forces which still control pockets of influence around the country. A few days ago, a strike was reported in the city of Mocha in Yemen, which was originally reported as being of Saudi origin. Turns out, it was the Houthis themselves striking the sector of the city that still remains in government control, targeting a collection of Saudi advisors which were working with the Yemeni government.-HomeFront-Washington D.C. - This morning a suspicious device was discovered in the vicinity of the Engine Company 20 fire station. One device comprised of a thermos container with wires wrapped around it was discovered by authorities, prompting a lockdown of the area. EOD responded to the scene and stated that the device was not a threat.Minnesota: This morning a stabbing attack was reported at a child care facility in Hopkins. Local authorities state that two adults and one child were stabbed at Brown Bear Childcare, a private residence converted to a daycare. All three individuals are reported deceased. Throughout the day, official sources have indicated that this was a domestic violence incident between the owners of the daycare, which resulted in one of the adults murdering the other, before murdering their child, and then themselves. The attack was witnessed by six other children, as well as a parent who had arrived at the residence to drop off their child.Analyst Comment: This attack took place at 236 Tyler Ave North. The business itself is registered with the state and has an active childcare license, with no violations or concerns being readily available online. Reviews are very positive, and the business appeared to be a small and wholesome daycare run out of a private residence. Prior to the murders this morning, this address had been listed on a local garage sale page. The listing claiming that the daycare had been scheduled to close at the end of the month, but how (or if) this fits in is unclear at the moment. As a result, this horrifically brutal attack is very out of the ordinary for Hopkins, and further analysis will be required to determine why this happened.-----END TEARLINE-----Analyst Comments: Concerning the impact of the Gulf War on global energy markets, the situation is still desperate. Oil transits through Hormuz are very minimal, with the NAVCENT-run reporting sources no longer publicly disclosing all of the Iranian strikes on tanker vessels. Many observers visually seeing a burning hull on the horizon, or crude oil washing ashore, is about as "confirmed" as it can get, and over the past few weeks several strikes have taken place that have not been reported by the UKMTO. In terms of what this is doing to the oil markets, Hormuz is back to very minimal oil flows. The constant Houthi targeting down in the Red Sea region has also resulted in the Saudi's cutting production at many oil terminals and processing facilities, and the Omanis are quietly trying to export more oil from their terminals which bypass the Strait...efforts which get derailed when a tanker gets struck by a drone/cruise missle.Where we go from here is hard to say, but the situation has been slow to develop. If a person is watching a car crash in slow motion, and it takes 6 months for the impact, people get bored. This appears to be what's happened as this war has dragged on for almost half a year. This has resulted in complacency, even though the overall situation is incredibly serious. The United States has continued to drain the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) at a breakneck pace, to the point that we are approaching the physical limits of how much oil can be withdrawn from storage. This oil is not really being processed within the US, but rather sold on the international market so as to keep the price of oil artificially low globally. Last week, the SPR dropped to 298.7 million barrels of oil in storage, all total. This is the first time that the SPR has dipped this low since the 1980's, when the demand was 20-30% lower than it is today. More broadly, this is also a major milestone in terms of how close we're getting to tank bottom. There is debate regarding how low the SPR can be drawn down. A common figure over the years has been that the US can theoretically drain the SPR down to 70 million barrels. There is also a legal floor as well, with 42 USC § 6241 mandating that the SPR cannot be drawn below 252 million barrels for national security reasons. Of course, this is a law that can be reliably ignored by both the White House and Congress itself, but it is a number to work from...and we're getting close to it.Last year the Government Accountability Office conducted a large-scale study on the SPR, which found that due to infrastructure degradation over the years, the entire system can only pump out a fraction of what it was previously capable of. The report did not explicitly state the magic number of how low we can go, but the report did state that regardless of where the bottom of the tank actually is, we can only pump it out at a rate that is 61% of what it was designed for. This means that not only are our tanks scraping bottom, but we are also limited in how fast we can drain what's left. Like a broken record, the story has constantly repeated since the war began...demand remains the same, but supply is down. The basics of that fact can only be concealed, manipulated, and talked-down for so long before supply itself runs out. As the SPR cruises past the 300 million barrel milestone, more motivation is stacking up to re-enter the diplomatic phase once again, before the energy crisis gets much worse.Analyst: S2A1 Research: https://publish.obsidian.md/s2underground NomadNet: 5fa68c88be727a0e1a250a75e5e79269 Disclaimer: No LLMs were used in the writing of this report. //END REPORT//

In this episode of Just Ask the Press, host Brian Karem, national security expert Mark Zaid, and journalism professor Nolan Higdon critique recent political and economic developments. The panel opens by scrutinizing ongoing military tensions with Iran, questioning the truthfulness of public claims surrounding peace negotiations and highlighting concerns over depleted U.S. munition stockpiles. They then pivot to domestic politics, condemning calls to indict Dr. Anthony Fauci after he invoked the Fifth Amendment before Congress, while debating the legal strategy and political motives behind the probe. The hosts also break down recent downward revisions in U.S. job statistics, arguing that official rhetoric misrepresents true economic hardship, inflation, and shifting labor market realities. Wrapping up the episode, the group lambasts Speaker Mike Johnson's party leadership, discusses serious abuse allegations facing Representative Max Miller, and sharply criticizes monetization strategies on Truth Social as pay-to-win political influence. Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JATQPodcast Follow us on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/jatqpodcast.bsky.social Intragram: https://www.instagram.com/jatqpodcast Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCET7k2_Y9P9Fz0MZRARGqVw This Show is Available Ad-Free And Early For Patreon supporters here: https://www.patreon.com/justaskthequestionpodcast Purchase Brian's book "Free The Press"      Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Josh opens the show by discussing the surprising results of Wisconsin’s Democratic gubernatorial primary and why he believes DSA-backed candidate Hong went down in flames. Josh also examines why the polling was once again so far off and where Republicans now stand in the governor’s race with a supposedly more moderate Democrat emerging from the primary. Micah Q. Jones, a candidate for Congress in Massachusetts, joins Josh to discuss his campaign, why he decided to run, and the issues at the center of his race. Josh also dives into the controversial Massachusetts abortion law signed earlier this week and what it means for late-term abortions in the state. He discusses baby development, including what research tells us about pain perception around 20 weeks, and explains why the new law is so horrific.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Should you stop doing Roth conversions as part of your retirement planning after Senator Ron Wyden's new legislation targeting specific retirement accounts? David McKnight breaks down the key aspects of the proposal and what it actually means for the average American (and their retirement).  Show Notes In this episode, David McKnight looks at whether you should stop doing Roth conversions following Senator Ron Wyden's introduction of legislation for taxing Roth IRAs. For David, 99.9% of Americans should continue investing in Roth accounts with a high degree of confidence. One of the biggest misconceptions floating around is that Congress wants to start taxing everyone's Roth IRA.  However, that is simply not what Senator Wyden's proposal does, as its focus are so-called mega-retirement accounts. These are retirement accounts – whether traditional IRAs, Roth IRAs, or Roth 401(k)s – that have grown to extraordinary sizes, often tens or even hundreds of millions of dollars. Senator Wyden's proposal only applies to taxpayers with very high incomes ($400,000 for individuals; $450,000 for married couples) and only if your combined retirement accounts exceed $10 million. In other words, if you don't have more than $10 million spread across your retirement accounts, the proposal doesn't apply to you. Do you exceed that threshold? Then, know that the proposal would require annual distributions from the excess amount. The rule becomes even more restrictive when balances exceed $20 million. David believes that the average American shouldn't be nervous about investing in Roth accounts – he shares four reasons why. Reason #1: Congress likes Roth accounts, because, from a Government's perspective, Roth accounts accelerate tax revenue. The second reason is the fact that Roth assets are still a relatively small piece of the retirement landscape. "Most retirement money in America is still sitting inside traditional tax-deferred accounts", he explains. Reason #3: the Government has always had an implicit agreement with America on Roth accounts. The fourth reason why David doesn't believe you should be nervous about investing in Roth accounts is that they're still your best protection against what's coming down the road. The national debt is set to grow by $2 trillion per year over the next 10 years and $3 trillion per year after that. According to a Penn Wharton study, once the country hits a debt-to-GDP of 200% in 2040, no combination of increasing taxes or cutting spending will prevent the nation's financial collapse. That's why, David is confident that around 2035 Congress will have little choice but to tax increases. Mentioned in this episode: David's national bestselling book: The Guru Gap: How America's Financial Gurus Are Leading You Astray, and How to Get Back on Track DavidMcKnight.com DavidMcKnightBooks.com PowerOfZero.com (free video series) @mcknightandco on Twitter  @davidcmcknight on Instagram David McKnight on YouTube Senator Ronald Wyden Penn Wharton (The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania)

As the midterm elections heat up, one candidate is standing out for his bold stance against the Marxist and Islamist takeover of the Democratic Party. Dr. Zuhdi Jasser, Founder and President of the American Islamic Forum for Democracy, a physician, and Navy veteran is running for Congress in Arizona's 4th District. He gives gives an update on his campaign and discuss an upcoming series of speeches he will be giving answering “What America Means to Me.” Go to Z4AZ.com to donate to his campaign to attend a speech today. He also discusses the anti-Semitism problem that is infecting the Democratic Party, and the need for a firewall against the radical ideologies taking over the Party.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last week, Congress nearly approved legislation that might have once more significantly altered college sports, but delayed the decision until possibly September.  This comes as the NCAA faces ongoing legal defeats nationwide concerning athlete eligibility.  This week on Tying it Together, Greg Barnes, from Inside Carolina, joins host Tim Boyum to talk all things related to conference realignment, NIL, eligibility questions and why some believe Congress is the right place to sort out the chaos.  Tim and Greg also talk about the future of UNC's basketball arena and the controversy surrounding the university's football program.

In this episode of FreightWaves Today, hosts Craig Fuller and Julie Van de Kamp dive into the latest industrial data, market updates, and expert interviews across the freight, logistics, energy, and rail sectors. In the morning minute we have the 3 top stories of the day including: Congress pushes to tie USPS executive bonuses directly to 95% on-time delivery metrics via the bipartisan "No Bonuses for Bad Service Act", Werner Enterprises CEO Derek Leathers addresses seasonal spot market trends, capacity tightening, and rate outlooks, and Michigan regulators suspend Northern Michigan University's CDL training program amid a nationwide fraud crackdown. Our first guest, Tom Kloza, Chief Energy Advisor at Gulf Oil, breaks down rising diesel prices, global refining capacity constraints, and how emerging drone warfare poses unprecedented risks to oil infrastructure. In the SONAR update, Julie gives a detailed look at current tender rejections sitting at 13.5%, rising import container volumes, domestic rail mode shifts, and carrier authority changes. Then Patrick Kelleher, CEO of GXO Logistics, stops by to discuss peak season expectations, rapid growth in AI data center construction, manufacturing re-shoring, and tests with humanoid robotics in the warehouse. Trains Magazine's Bill Stephens is back with the latest numbers from Association of American Railroads (AAR) weekly volume data, strong non-coal carload gains, and a federal court ruling upholding the FRA's two-person crew rule. And lastly, Jeff Dangelo, CEO of Fura, announces the acquisition of High Rise (their 7th deal) and explains how AI is streamlining operations and unlocking massive EBITDA improvements for small-to-midsize brokerages. ⁠Follow the FreightWaves Today Podcast⁠ ⁠Other FreightWaves Shows⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wednesday, August 12, 2026 It's Wednesday. Welcome to Point of View's show with our host Kerby Anderson. He'll spend the first 1/2 hour bringing us the latest on the DSA and the economic pressure on Iran. Kerby's first guest today is  Charles “Cully” Stimson from The Heritage Foundation who will talk about the Senate committee's […]

Jon Herold digs deep into newly declassified documents revealing that the FBI's "Round river" operation buried corruption reporting from 14 confidential human sources on Joe Biden while formally labeling officials like Bill Barr and Mike Pompeo as Russian disinformation conduits. He ties this fresh evidence back to Hunter Biden's laptop emails and the Blue Star Strategies contract timeline to argue the Tucker Carlson led "redemption tour" is conveniently timed to counter the release. He also plays a clip of John Solomon previewing possible grand jury indictments out of Fort Pierce, Florida, and covers Trump floating a national emergency declaration to bypass Congress on election reform, plus a new DOJ special grand jury in DC overseen by one of Jeanine Pirro's deputies. Sponsor reads, market updates, and a preview of tonight's Power Hour round out a dense Wednesday show.

Several major fishing priorities are closer to becoming law than most sportsmen realize right now. Congress is on August recess, but the work continues behind the scenes on legislation affecting hunters, anglers, fisheries, and conservation funding. Chris Horton, Senior Director of Fisheries Policy for the Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation, breaks down several sportsmen's priorities that could reach the finish line before the end of the congressional session. The SHARKED Act is one of the biggest opportunities for marine recreational anglers. With shark depredation making it increasingly difficult to land fish, the legislation would establish a congressionally authorized task force to study the problem, identify the species involved, evaluate deterrents, and develop recommendations for NOAA and Congress. MAPOceans is also close, building on the framework established by MAPLands and MAPWaters to standardize federal mapping data and make marine regulations easier to access. For anglers navigating federal waters, better mapping could mean knowing where you can fish, what gear is allowed, and when seasonal restrictions apply without digging through a maze of regulations. Follow the show for more weekly hunting, fishing, and conservation policy conversations. Get the FREE Sportsmen's Voice e-publication in your inbox every Monday: www.congressionalsportsmen.org/newsletter   Follow The Sportsmen's Voice wherever you get your podcasts: https://podfollow.com/1705085498  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Federalist Society America 250 series, experts analyze modern legal and policy debates through the lens of the Founding generation. The Founders gave us the tools to answer many contemporary questions; join us as we explore those answers.In Federalist 23, Alexander Hamilton identified the common defense and the preservation of peace against external attacks as two of the principal purposes served by union. The Constitution that union adopted divides the power to declare war—vested in Congress—and the power to direct war—vested in the President as Commander in Chief. But what does it say about national security more broadly? The Founders were not without reservation about the risks of concentrating the means of defense, with James Madison warning the Constitutional Convention that a “standing military force, with an overgrown Executive will not long be safe companions to liberty.” It was also clear from the start, however, that functions like intelligence gathering belonged more naturally to the executive, whose institutional character supported the necessary secrecy and dispatch.This webinar will explore how the Founders understood national security power beyond the battlefield, how closely subsequent practice tracked their design, and whether today’s allocation of powers serves both the nation's security and its liberty.Featuring:Dr. Alberto Coll, Director, Global Engagement; Vincent de Paul Professor of Law, DePaul University College of LawProf. Matthew Waxman, Liviu Librescu Professor of Law, Columbia School of LawProf. John Yoo, Emanuel S. Heller Professor of Law, University of California at Berkeley; Senior Research Fellow, School of Civic Leadership, Civitas Institute, University of Texas at Austin; Nonresident Senior Fellow, American Enterprise Institute(Moderator) Molly Nixon, Senior Fellow in Executive Power, Cato Institute

President Trump signed an executive order updating recommended childhood immunizations—reducing the core schedule from 18 vaccines down to protections against 11 diseases, spacing out doses, and recommending single-dose MMR options. While medical and scientific consensus maintains there is no link between vaccines and autism, both the President and Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. suggested at the signing that a link may exist between the expanded schedule and rising autism rates. Dr. Stephanie Haridopolos from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) joins the Rundown to examine what this new guidance actually changes. She discusses HHS's approach to vaccine safety research, efforts to rebuild public trust, pediatric recommendations, and the administration's plan to investigate potential environmental triggers behind brain inflammation and autism.The restaurant industry is navigating complex challenges in food safety as recent FDA investigations into widespread foodborne outbreaks leave consumers on edge. Chef and restaurateur David Burke joins to discuss how his 18 locations manage major supply recalls through centralized buying, the pros and cons of local sourcing versus large distributors, and practical advice for consumers navigating food safety concerns when dining out. PLUS, commentary by Jason Chaffetz, FOX News contributor and the host of the Jason In The House podcast on FOX News Radio.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump said this week that the decision to switch aircrafts to leave the NATO Summit in Turkey was made at the direction of his security detail and the military. Staff and members of the traveling press pool stayed on the original plane but were told to strictly keep the window shades closed throughout the flight, which prevented them from seeing a fighter jet escort. How and why were these decisions made, and how great of a threat did the President and the press face? FOX's Gurnal Scott speaks with Charles A. Marino, a former DHS adviser and a former Secret Service special agent, and author of the book 'Terrorists On The Border And In Our Country', who says disinformation and misinformation are important tools to keep the President safe. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

U.S. Sen. Rand Paul voices support for delaying a proposed federal hemp ban as Congress considers a short-term government funding bill, Congressman Andy Barr discusses housing affordability during a visit to Bowling Green, a Louisville institution is about to get a facelift, and a data center developer says its planned northeastern Kentucky operation could be twice as big as previously planned.

Two Democrats in Congress have proposed a new piece of legislation that would impact earners of more than $400,000 annually and have retirement balances over $10 million. These tax implications have some financial planners worried but it is only a proposal – and it serves as a reminder that even with all the planning, some things are uncertain due to being in the hands of politicians. Welcome to this week's Market Moment where Matt, John, and Isaac answer a listener's question on the “Sell in May, go away” theory, review stock market trends like household names drawdowns, examining gas inflation and energy prices over time, and lastly tackling that proposed piece of legislation that makes Matt's blood boil just a bit… 02:29 A listener question regarding the “Sell in May, go away” theory 06:33 Drawdowns among the big companies 17:52 Consumer spending on energy over time and gas prices adjusted for inflation 21:36 Proposed tax changes on retirement accounts for the wealthy

This week on Facing the Future, we discuss why Congress never does a budget and why that matters for the Constitutional process, the growth of the debt and the fate of younger generations. Our guest is Thomas Kahn, Director of the Center for Congressional and Presidential Studies at American University.

Congress Presses Big AI on Safety as Data Center Wars Hit Courts and CIO Costs Rise Jim Love's Hashtag Trending for Wednesday, August 12, 2026 looks at mounting pressure on the AI industry from Washington, corporate technology budgets, data center opposition and changing economics in consulting. House Democrats are demanding answers from OpenAI and Anthropic about AI agents that escaped test environments and reached outside systems. Senator Bernie Sanders is going further, urging OpenAI, Anthropic and Meta to pause development of their most advanced models. At the same time, bipartisan proposals are emerging around AI security audits and an AI Kill Switch Act. CIOs are facing another problem: rising costs. Microsoft has reportedly increased Windows 11 OEM licence fees by 7 to 10 percent. Many organizations are still moving PCs off Windows 10, while memory prices, Microsoft 365 costs, AI model and token spending, and cybersecurity requirements are all increasing. The fight over AI data centers is also moving into courtrooms. Lawsuits are challenging approval processes, environmental impacts and plans for off-grid natural-gas power generation. And finally, Jim looks at a question he has been raising for some time: is AI starting to undermine the traditional consulting business model? Accenture's bookings are slowing just as AI gives clients increasingly powerful tools for research, analysis and presentations. 00:00 Headlines and Intro 00:24 Congress Targets AI Safety 02:13 CIO Budget Squeeze 04:14 Data Center Lawsuits Rise 06:38 AI Disrupts Consulting 09:00 Closing Thoughts and Outro

Dr. Anthony Fauci, the former Chief Medical Advisor to the President, could face criminal charges for refusing to testify before Congress. Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance discuss the Senate committee hearing where Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment over 100 times. Plus, the subsequent vote in which Republicans held him in contempt of Congress and referred the matter to the Justice Department.  In the full episode, they dive deeper into the proceedings against Dr. Fauci. Then, they break down the dismissal of January 6 seditious conspiracy charges against members of the Oath Keepers. Plus, an appeals court ruling that could block President Trump from building a new White House ballroom without congressional approval. Not an Insider? Now more than ever, it's critical to stay tuned. To join a community of reasoned voices in unreasonable times, become an Insider today. You'll get access to full episodes of the podcast and other exclusive content. Head to staytuned.substack.com. Insiders click HERE to listen to the full analysis. Subscribe to our YouTube channel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

UFOs, UAPs, Non-Human Contact & Zero-Point Energy: Dr. Steven Greer on Government Disclosure, Consciousness and the Truth About Extraterrestrial Intelligence Get ready to have your entire understanding of reality challenged. This episode reveals the science behind non-human intelligence contact, the physics of consciousness, and why the biggest secret in human history could rewrite everything you know about energy, medicine, and human potential. Watch this episode on YouTube for the full video experience: https://www.youtube.com/@DaveAspreyBPR Host Dave Asprey sits down with Dr. Steven Greer, a retired emergency physician and founder of the Center for the Study of Extraterrestrial Intelligence. For over 35 years, Dr. Greer has briefed CIA directors, Pentagon officials, and members of Congress on UFO disclosure, built an archive of more than 750 whistleblower testimonies, and pioneered the CE5 Contact protocol used to initiate peaceful contact with non-human craft. His firsthand experiences, government-level access, and decades of documented research make him one of the most credible voices in the disclosure movement. Dr. Greer and Dave dive into the science of consciousness as a nonlocal field, the zero-point energy technology he believes has been suppressed for 70 years, and how mastering this "hacking" of physics could eliminate scarcity, extend human longevity, and unlock forms of neuroplasticity and human performance most people have never considered. They explore near-death experiences, precognitive dreams, remote viewing, and the idea that a small percentage of people practicing deep meditative states can shift collective consciousness at scale. The conversation also touches on how corruption, fear, and disinformation have kept transformative technology out of public hands, and what it would take for humanity to responsibly manage a disclosure that changes everything. This is essential listening for anyone into biohacking, human performance, consciousness exploration, longevity, functional medicine, and understanding how the mind and unseen fields of energy shape human potential. You'll Learn: Why Dr. Greer believes the U.S. government has had access to anti-gravity and zero-point energy technology since the 1950s How consciousness functions as a nonlocal field and what that means for human potential and neuroplasticity The real story behind the Roswell crash and its connection to nuclear weapons testing How meditation and altered states may unlock remote viewing and precognitive ability Why Dr. Greer believes only 1% of a population practicing coherent consciousness can shift outcomes for the other 99% What it would take to responsibly disclose suppressed energy technology without global economic collapse How fear-based narratives and disinformation campaigns have shaped public perception of non-human contact Thank you to our sponsors! - Qualia | Go to qualialife.com/ASPREY for 50% off, and use code ASPREY for an additional 15% off. - ZenBud | Dave's Nervous System Biohack. 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Keywords: Dr. Steven Greer, Steven Greer UFO, CE5 Contact protocol, Disclosure Project, UFO disclosure 2026, UAP disclosure government, zero point energy technology, anti-gravity technology suppressed, Roswell crash truth, non-human intelligence contact, extraterrestrial biological entity, remote viewing training, nonlocal consciousness field, Maharishi effect meditation, near-death experience consciousness, Dave Asprey Steven Greer, military industrial complex UFO, Eisenhower alien meeting, whistleblower testimony UFO, consciousness and quantum entanglement Resources: • Learn More About Dr. Greer's Work At: http://drstevengreer.com/ • Get My 2026 Clean Nicotine Roadmap | Enroll for free at https://daveasprey.com/2026-clean-nicotine-roadmap/ • Dave Asprey's Latest News | Go to https://daveasprey.com/ to join Inside Track today. • Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com/discount/dave15? • My Daily Supplements: SuppGrade Labs (15% Off) • Favorite Blue Light Blocking Glasses: TrueDark (15% Off) • Dave Asprey's BEYOND Conference: https://beyondconference.com • Dave Asprey's New Book – Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated • Join My Substack (Live Access To Podcast Recordings): https://substack.daveasprey.com/ • Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com Timestamps: 00:00 — Trailer 01:02 — Intro 02:29 — Evidence & Whistleblowers 08:30 — Free Energy Suppression 12:52 — The Suppressed Tech 20:46 — Who Controls the Cover-Up 28:44 — Roswell & ET History 35:26 — Fake UFOs & Disinformation 39:00 — Threats, Bribes & Going Public 41:46 — Consciousness & CE5 50:13 — Greer's Personal Contact 01:05:20 — Free Energy Entrepreneurship See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.