Matt Whitlock
10 Minute Drill
Your morning 10-minute rundown of the most important stories in news and politics, hosted by veteran political strategist Matt Whitlock. We’re keeping it fun, fast, and light because you’ve got enough going on. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday.
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Trump addresses the nation; latest from Brown; China threats loom; celeb endorses socialism 18.12.2025 11:38
President Trump outlines 11 months of accomplishments, from securing the border and killing narcoterrorists to peace in the Middle East—and we take time to mark the wins that dominated American concerns just a year ago. We then dig into serious unanswered questions at Brown University following a campus shooting: delayed clarity from leadership, limited and fuzzy images released to the public, and...
Unpacking a violent weekend; healthcare showdown; Christmas commercials under threat 16.12.2025 12:14
A tragic weekend, a health care showdown, and Democrats caught in their own charts — all in 10 minutes. In today’s December 16 episode of the Ten Minute Drill, we start with the devastating aftermath of Islamic terror attacks abroad, including the deadly shooting at a Hanukkah celebration in Australia that left 16 innocent people dead — among them an 87-year-old Holocaust survivor, a 10-year-old g...
How Republicans tricked Jasmine Crockett into running; US/EU Tech Fight; Trump in PA 11.12.2025 15:06
Donald Trump takes his affordability message to Pennsylvania, Jasmine Crockett gets “astro-turfed” into a Senate run, and the EU’s escalating tech war on America is now spreading into South America. Plus, Congress races to act on health care, and the Woke Lightning Round delivers new hits from Randi Weingarten, Justice Jackson, the Chamber of Commerce, and Kamala Harris. On today’s episode: • Trum...
WEDNESDAY SPECIAL: Schumer’s Texas-sized headache, Greenpeace Runs to Europe 10.12.2025 14:00
In this December 10 Special Edition of the 10 Minute Drill, we break down a jam-packed set of political and global stories shaping the week. Schumer’s Texas Headache: Rep. Jasmine Crockett launches a new ad and makes the wild claim that she’s “revoking all permissions” — something you simply can’t declare. She also dismisses the need for Trump voters, complicating Democrats’ strategy in a rapidly...
Trump Takes the Affordability Fight Nationwide: Obamacare Fraud, Minnesota Scandal, SCOTUS Preview 09.12.2025 15:51
In today’s December 9th episode of The 10 Minute Drill, we break down the biggest political battles shaping the week — from the affordability debate to a major Supreme Court showdown. On the docket today: • Trump takes on the affordability crisis Trump brings his affordability message on the road, as Republicans outline three steps to regain voter trust: clarifying the economic mess they inherited...
Midterm lessons from the Tennessee special election; A key villain in the Minnesota fraud scandal 04.12.2025 14:40
Tennessee Special Election, Affordability Offensive, Minnesota Fraud Fallout, and “Gender-Neutral” Climate Change On today’s episode of the 10 Minute Drill, we break down a revealing night in Tennessee, why affordability must become the GOP’s defining issue, new questions for Keith Ellison in the Minnesota fraud scandal, and the latest example of the left turning climate change into identity polit...
Minnesota’s shocking fraud scheme; Election Day in Tennessee, National Guard Shooting Fallout 02.12.2025 15:49
On the December 2nd episode of the 10 Minute Drill, we break down a major weekend in politics — from a National Guard shooting just blocks from the White House to a suddenly competitive special election in deep-red Tennessee, and explosive new fraud revelations rocking Minnesota politics. • National Guard Shooting in D.C. An Afghan national brought to the U.S. after Biden’s Afghanistan withdrawal...
Thanksgiving Special: Trump pardons the Turkey; 5 things we’re thankful for 27.11.2025 12:54
In this special Thanksgiving edition of the 10 Minute Drill, we take a break from the usual chaos to highlight the five things in politics we’re actually thankful for this year — the moments that keep the news cycle entertaining, absurd, and occasionally hilarious. We kick things off with Trump’s turkey pardon, then move into the people, trends, and clips that made 2024 unforgettable: • Theater Ki...
Thanksgiving Week: Russian and Ukraine; Trump hosts Zohran, Democrats “sedition” video 25.11.2025 13:20
In today’s episode of 10 Minute Drill, we cover a rapid-fire rundown of the biggest political, economic, and foreign policy stories shaping the week. We start with the shifting momentum in the Russia–Ukraine war, new polling showing rising support for Trump’s foreign policy, and Rubio’s unexpectedly productive meetings in Geneva. Trump publicly criticizes Putin for making “zero effort” toward peac...
Unpacking Epstein Political Football; California Wildfire Cover-Up, & “Cabinet Secretary of the Year” 20.11.2025 13:12
In today’s November 20 episode of The 10 Minute Drill, we dive into a rapid-fire rundown of the biggest political stories breaking across the country — from Epstein revelations blowing back on top Democrats to a California wildfire cover-up that undercuts the climate narrative. Epstein Political Football Stacey Plaskett admits to texting with Jeffrey Epstein during a House hearing targeting Donald...
A Is for Affordability: Trump’s Plan, Epstein Files Vote, Climate Summit Hypocrisy & Kamala’s “3D Chess” 18.11.2025 11:19
We’re breaking down the political alphabet — starting with A for Affordability — and why Democrats suddenly care about rising prices only when they’re not the ones holding the national credit card. The affordability crisis is hitting every household — from housing to education to insurance — and its biggest driver remains healthcare costs Washington refuses to address. The House votes today on whe...
Gavin vs. Gavin; Dems rage against shutdown end; Scandal rocks Democrat rising star 13.11.2025 14:54
The government shutdown is over — but Democrats are turning on each other. In today’s 10 Minute Drill (November 13): Shutdown fallout: Indivisible calls for Schumer to step down as progressives rage over the deal. Durbin’s admission: “I cannot accept a strategy which wages political battle at the expense of my neighbor’s paycheck.” Banks at the White House: Florida launches an investigation into J...
The end of Chuck Schumer, Nancy Pelosi’s Greatest Legacy, and the fall of America’s oldest environmental group 11.11.2025 15:57
In this November 11 episode of The 10 Minute Drill, we break down a rough week for Democrats — from the government shutdown’s collapse to growing backlash against Chuck Schumer. We’ll cover: Why the shutdown fell apart for Democrats Schumer’s fading support and leadership crisis The “doom and gloom” mood among top Democrats The Sierra Club’s self-inflicted collapse What’s next for subsidies and sp...
MONDAY BONUS: Sunday night breakthrough: how the longest shutdown EVER came to an end 10.11.2025 7:09
💥 BREAKTHROUGH: On Sunday night, a handful of Senate Democrats broke with their party and agreed to begin the process of reopening the federal government, finally ending what's been called the "Schumer shutdown," or the longest government shutdown in American history. In this special Monday episode we break down exactly what happened What led Democrats to abandon their course What was in the "dea...
Election recap: Separating noise from substance | Zohran’s warning; Shutdown Day 25 06.11.2025 14:28
The 2025 election results are in — and it was a rough night for Republicans. In this November 6 episode of The 10 Minute Drill, we break down the key takeaways from Election Night and what they mean heading into the midterms. Topics covered: Election Recap: Democrats dominate blue states, outspend Republicans, and hold key voter blocs — but warning signs loom. Zohran’s Warning: Mamdani’s “no probl...
Election Day: Trump’s Message to New York, Shutdown Ties Record, and the Swalwell Scandal 04.11.2025 14:11
It’s Election Eve, and today’s 10 Minute Drill breaks down the biggest political stories before voters head to the polls. 🗳️ Election Preview: Trump delivers a major message to New Yorkers ahead of Tuesday’s vote — saying he’ll always pick a “bad Democrat” over a “communist.” Tight governor’s races in New Jersey and Virginia could go either way, and California’s controversial Prop 50 has people as...
Halloween Shutdown Chaos: Democrat Meltdown, Nazi Tattoo Scandal & KJP’s Iconic Disaster 30.10.2025 11:58
Happy Halloween from The 10 Minute Drill! 🎃 Today’s episode covers a jam-packed day in politics: — Shutdown Day 30: GOP approval climbs while Democrats stumble. —Democrat Brand in Crisis: A new study shows voters think the party’s gone too far left — losing everyone but wealthy white liberals. — Nazi Tattoo Scandal: A Maine Democrat Senate candidate admits to having a Nazi tattoo just days after...
Trump in Asia; Shutdown Day 29; DEI Crackdown; Mysteries of Zohran 29.10.2025 10:17
It’s Wednesday, October 29 — and we’re one week from Election Day. The 10 Minute Drill breaks down today’s biggest political stories in just ten minutes: 🇯🇵 Trump in Japan: A powerful moment in Tokyo as Prime Minister Takaichi gifts President Trump a putter once owned by the late Shinzo Abe. The two leaders sign major trade, nuclear, and rare-earth deals — and reaffirm the U.S.–Japan alliance. 💰...
One Week from Election Day: Trump in Asia, Gavin’s 2028 Tease & White House “Renovation-Gate” 28.10.2025 13:36
We’re officially ONE WEEK from some big elections — and the chaos is peaking. In this episode of The 10 Minute Drill: 🇺🇸 Trump Heads to Asia — A whirlwind trip through Malaysia, Japan, and South Korea as Trump strikes trade and mineral deals and meets with world leaders. 🗳️ Election Week Madness — Bernie, AOC, and Zohran rally in New York shouting “We are not crazy!” while proving the opposite. Me...
Shutdown Day 23: Dems Admit “Families Will Suffer,” Virginia Meltdown, Hospital Scandals, & New College Rankings 23.10.2025 15:38
Day 23 of the government shutdown — and Democrats are saying the quiet part out loud. A top Democrat admits families will suffer “for leverage,” while others fear “the guillotine” from their far-left base. Meanwhile, we dive into the latest in the Virginia elections, a stunning hospital corruption hearing, new college rankings that expose campus bias, and the truth about Trump’s Open Banking rule...
Shutdown Day 21; “No Kings” Protests Unpacked, Dark Money Lawsuits, the Return of KJP 21.10.2025 14:32
It’s Day 21 of the government shutdown, the “No Kings” crowd is out in full force — funded by dark money, preaching democracy, and behaving like royal loyalists. In today’s episode, we break down the left’s latest spectacle and what it reveals about their real priorities. Here’s what’s inside today’s 10 Minute Drill: 👑 The “No Kings” Protests — dancing, Trump piñatas, and calls for violence from...
Democrats Losing the Shutdown; Newsom and “California Derangement Syndrome”; Kamala Book Tour Bombs 16.10.2025 14:51
It’s Day 16 of the government shutdown — and the tide is turning. New polling shows more Americans blaming Democrats for the gridlock, even as Speaker Mike Johnson and President Trump work to protect troops from being caught in the crossfire. In California, Gavin Newsom says critics suffer from “California Derangement Syndrome” — but with Tesla, Chevron, Oracle, and dozens of other companies leavi...
Trump’s Berlin Wall Moment; Dem Shutdown Chaos, Foreign Influence Exposed 15.10.2025 14:46
In the October 15th episode President Trump has what some are calling a “Berlin Wall moment” in the Middle East. We break down the phases of the new Israel–Hamas peace deal, how Trump’s “peace through strength” strategy worked, and why Democrats are struggling to decide who deserves credit. Then: -Shutdown chaos: Democrats are feeling the fallout from their own government shutdown — with military...
Lightning Round: Trump in Israel, Shutdown update, Meet Katie Porter, Virginia elections 14.10.2025 10:15
President Trump’s Middle East diplomacy is reshaping global headlines — while Democrats head to a Napa Valley wine retreat amid a government shutdown. In the October 14th lightning round episode of The 10 Minute Drill, we break down the stories shaping U.S. politics this week: Trump in the Middle East – Even critics are admitting Trump’s foreign policy might be aging well. Watch here and here. Shu...
FBI Spied on Senators | Sen. Whitehouse Scandal EXPOSED | Shutdown Polls; SCOTUS preview 09.10.2025 11:30
On today’s episode of 10 Minute Drill (Oct. 9, 2025): The FBI is under fire for spying on sitting U.S. Senators, secretly pulling the phone records of eight Republicans as part of its January 6 probe. Former AG Pam Bondi blasts the agency for “conduct that shatters public trust.” Then, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse faces tough questions after reports reveal his votes helped direct millions in federal fu...
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