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Middle East Unity Against Iran Escalates : Qatar has gone on offense against Iran, France has joined air operations in the UAE, and Europe is splitting over U.S.-Israel strategy. The regional war dynamic is shifting fast and it matters for American policy. France Steps In as Britain and Spain Hesitate : French jets are intercepting Iranian drones after Tehran struck a French base. Meanwhile, Brita...

Europe Shifts as Iran Escalates: Greece, Britain, and France have moved into defensive posture after Iranian targeting, while Spain pushes American air refuelers out amid criticism of U.S. and Israeli operations. Lebanon Turns on Hezbollah: After Israel wiped out Hezbollah's regrouped leadership, Lebanon is now cracking down, declaring unauthorized weapons fire illegal and moving troops against th...

Senate Republicans Block Casey Means Nomination : I break down why Republicans are hesitating to confirm Casey Means as Surgeon General, citing her embrace of witchcraft practices and rejection of vaccine science. If you believe America faces a spiritual crisis or a rise in pseudoscience, this matters. Mortgage Rates Drop Below 6% : Mortgage rates fall to 5.98% for the first time in over three yea...

FBI Raids LA Schools Superintendent : The FBI raids the home and office of the Los Angeles Unified School District superintendent just weeks after praise from Governor Gavin Newsom over rising test scores. The investigation is under seal, raising serious questions about possible misconduct.   Joint Chiefs Chairman Clashes With Pentagon Leadership : General Caine is reportedly pushing back against...

State of the Union to Center on the Economy : President Trump is expected to focus heavily on affordability, housing costs, and drug prices while outlining what he inherited from Joe Biden and how his policies aim to stabilize the economy. New England Blizzard Buries the Northeast : Record snowfall has shut down parts of New York and Boston, raising fresh questions about climate narratives and the...

Markets Drop as Tariff Uncertainty Grows : Stocks fell nearly 2% as President Trump's 15% global tariff policy fuels economic uncertainty. The EU is reconsidering a trade deal, while Middle East tensions and AI disruption add pressure to the markets. Joint Chiefs Chairman Urges Caution on Iran : General Caine, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, reportedly warns against a prolonged military cam...

A Republican win in a Middle Georgia special election should have been easy, but it wasn't, and that's the real story. I explain why GOP voters are only showing up when Donald Trump is on the ground, why Democrats are outpacing Republicans in poll workers and poll watchers, and why election integrity requires more than complaints. If you care about the outcome in November, it's time to get trained...

U.S. Military Buildup Near Iran: The United States has moved air refueling assets to the Middle East as Israeli intelligence signals preparation for a possible strike. This could be a show of force for negotiations — or something more. Federal Reserve Signals No More Rate Cuts: Newly released Fed meeting details show there are not enough votes for rate cuts, even if a new chair is installed. Marke...

Colbert, Tallerico, and the Equal Time Lie – New reporting shows CBS lawyers never blocked the interview; Stephen Colbert misled viewers to help a Texas Senate campaign, raising serious media ethics questions. Iran Signals Nuclear Concessions – Tehran hints at a deal while refusing transparency. The administration joins indirect talks as trust remains the central issue. DNA Twist in the Nancy Guth...

Hollywood loses a conservative legend : Robert Duvall dies at 95. I reflect on his iconic career, his Republican politics in a hostile industry, and why his legacy still matters. Trump heads to Rome, Georgia for key GOP showdown : The president backs Clay Fuller in the fractured GA-14 special election as Democrats eye a pickup amid Republican infighting. Tariffs start hitting your wallet : Amazon...

Midterm Voter Frustration and the Supreme Court Stakes: I respond to listeners who say they're ready to abandon the GOP and explain why handing power to Democrats risks the Court, the Senate, and the long-term conservative agenda. Why Trump Won't Fire Key Officials — and Why It Matters : Loyalty politics inside the administration is preventing a public reset, and without visible accountability the...

Republican Midterm Chaos and Campaign Incompetence : I explain why Republicans are risking Senate losses through bad primary choices and incompetent campaign strategy, and why voters should be frustrated heading into the 2026 midterms. Trump, Starlink, and Covert Support for Iranian Protesters : Reports reveal the U.S. helped smuggle Starlink terminals into Iran, aiding protesters against the regi...

It is time for Pam Bondi to resign or be fired.  Her incompetence over the Epstein files just keeps making matters worse for the President. 

Pam Bondi Deflects on Epstein Clients : When asked why no Epstein clients have been indicted, Pam Bondi pivoted to the Dow Jones. That answer raises serious questions about accountability and leadership at the Justice Department. U.S. Military Buildup in the Middle East : A second aircraft carrier group is heading to the Middle East as tensions with Iran escalate. Patriot missile systems and F-22...

Republicans Fear Losing the Midterms : I react to audience feedback and growing concern among Republican strategists that the president is not focused enough on domestic priorities ahead of November. If Republicans lose Congress, the president's entire agenda collapses — and impeachment becomes inevitable. America Has Natural Gas but Not Enough Pipelines : The U.S. is facing manufacturing slowdown...

Congress Balks at Banning Institutional Homebuyers : Congress shows little appetite for banning institutional investors from buying homes, despite presidential pressure. I break down the actual data, why the issue is more complex than social media claims, and how zoning laws and tariffs are really driving housing costs. U.S. Seizes Venezuelan Tanker Far From Home Waters : American forces intercept...

FBI Arrest in Benghazi Case : I explain the latest arrest connected to the Benghazi attack that killed our ambassador and three Americans and why the FBI deserves real credit for finally bringing a suspect into custody. Dow Jones Crosses 50,000 Amid Tech Volatility : The Dow hits a historic milestone while tech stocks stay wobbly, and I break down what this says about investor confidence and the b...

Trump Moves to Reclassify 50,000 Federal Bureaucrats : The Trump administration begins reclassifying senior federal workers to make it easier to remove political operatives obstructing presidential authority.   Russia and Ukraine Hit a Negotiation Wall : Peace talks stall as Russia demands more territory and Ukraine refuses limits on its defense capabilities.   Iran Deal "Framework" Leaks as U.S....

Supreme Court Clears California's New Congressional Map : The Supreme Court of the United States allows California's revamped districts to move forward, dealing Republicans a setback while signaling potential implications for pending redistricting fights in Louisiana and other Southern states.  Iran Talks Falter as U.S. Military Pressure Builds : Donald Trump warns that Ayatollah Ali Khamenei shou...

Partial Government Shutdown Ends But a Bigger Fight Looms : The House passes the Senate appropriations measure to reopen the government, but Democrats are signaling a potential shutdown in two weeks over Department of Homeland Security funding. Republicans reject demands to unmask ICE and Border Patrol agents and to require judicial warrants for deportations, warning those changes would endanger a...

Trump Secures Major Trade Deal with India, Tightens Pressure on Russia : The White House lowers tariffs on India while India agrees to stop buying Russian oil, accelerating the collapse of Russia's energy revenues.   Tulsi Gabbard Marginalized Inside the White House : The Director of National Intelligence is increasingly sidelined on real national security matters while being redirected to revisit...

Justice Department Releases Millions of Epstein Documents : More than three million pages tied to Jeffrey Epstein are made public, reigniting scrutiny of his powerful connections. Gold and Silver Plunge After Kevin Warsh Fed Nomination News : Precious metals drop sharply as markets react to President Trump's Federal Reserve Chair nominee, Kevin Warsh. DOJ Opens Civil Rights Investigation Into Alex...

Senate Close to Deal to Keep Government Open : Lawmakers are nearing a continuing resolution that would fund the government for another month while negotiations continue over the Department of Homeland Security budget. Democrats appear ready to pass 11 of the 12 appropriations bills, with DHS left for further talks. Republicans are open to limited bipartisan reforms on ICE and Border Patrol, but r...

Federal Reserve Holds Interest Rates Steady : Jerome Powell says inflation remains the Fed's top concern, keeping rates unchanged despite pressure from President Trump. The central bank is signaling independence, with possible rate cuts pushed to June as inflation stays above target.  Trump Accounts Roll Out with Major Bank Support : Bank of America and JPMorgan announce participation in the new "...

New reporting clarifies the Alex Pretti Border Patrol shooting: National outlets have now acknowledged that earlier narratives about the deadly confrontation were inaccurate. UPS announces major job cuts despite strong earnings: According to the Wall Street Journal, UPS plans to cut roughly 30,000 operational roles this year as part of a broader restructuring effort, even while reporting higher pr...