The Mark Thompson Show

The price of Trump’s Iran war may be about to explode. The Pentagon is quietly pushing for a staggering $200 billion funding request to Congress—far beyond what’s been spent so far—as U.S. and Israeli strikes intensify and weapons stockpiles run low. Inside the White House, there’s doubt the request can even pass, and on Capitol Hill, resistance is already building. Lawsuits related to the Trump a...

Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard evaded and stonewalled facing intense questioning on Capitol Hill as senators pressed her on the true state of Iran’s regime, what intelligence President Trump is receiving during the escalating conflict, and her role in the controversial Fulton County ballot seizure.  Gabbard described Iran as “degraded but intact,” while sidestepping key details ab...

We are seeing more conflicting information coming from Trump‘s White House. While asking seven countries to assist in securing the Strait of Hormuz, Trump now says the United States is strong enough to go it alone, insisting the request for help was nothing more than a loyalty test. So what is it? Does America need allies to come to our aid or is Trump‘s Iran war doing just fine? Pulitzer Prize wi...

* Reminder The live show has a new start time: 11:30AM Pacific/2:30PM Eastern  President Trump is escalating pressure on U.S. allies to join a naval coalition protecting the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical oil chokepoints. Trump says he’s “demanded” that about seven countries send ships to help secure the waterway as his Iran war threatens global energy supplies. Still, several...

The fund for Trump’s presidential library appears to be gone. What happened to some $63 million that was promised to the fund by companies like ABC, Meta, Paramount and X after settling legal cases with Trump? Trump‘s library fund was dissolved last year. Now Democratic senators are demanding answers. Was it another grift? Did the money get used for something else or did it go into someone’s pocke...

An FBI alert warns that Iran could retaliate against U.S. military attacks by unleashing drones on the West Coast of America. According to SF Gate, Iran may deliver “drone strikes from an unidentified vessel stationed in an unknown and unconfirmed area off the coast of the United States.” California Governor Gavin Newsom said he has work groups addressing the potential threat and San Francisco May...

There is wide reporting about the 7 members of the U.S. military who have died in Trump’s war against Iran. It turns out many others have been hurt. We are now learning that about 140 United States troops have been injured in the 10 days since the start of this conflict. Of those, 8 are hospitalized with severe injuries and 108 have returned to duty. How much of a toll will American’s accept as Tr...

With uncertainty, even in the Trump administration, about when this war with Iran will end, the global economy is already stressed. Before Trump’s Iran war, energy prices were already rising. Now, the cost of gas is wildly increasing and markets are reacting to investors’ concerns of inflation around the world along with the possibility of out of control prices. Will pressure from the markets push...

As conflicts expand and U.S. troop demands grow, a question many Americans thought was settled decades ago is suddenly back in the conversation: could the military draft return? While the U.S. currently relies on an all-volunteer force, rising global tensions, recruitment shortfalls, and the widening war have revived debate in Washington about manpower and the Selective Service system. Also, water...

Accusations of sexual assault made by a teenage girl against President Trump are included in newly released FBI memos. The girl was interviewed by FBI agents at least 4 times. Will the latest revelations from the Epstein Files finally bring about accountability? Will Trump be brought to testify before Congress regarding the disturbing allegations? We will discuss... This Week in Politics brings jo...

In a 53-47 vote, Senate Republicans voted down an attempt to require Donald Trump to get permission from Congress’s before continuing the war with Iran. It's full steam ahead. Kristi Noem is out as Secretary of Homeland Security Secretary. Will her replacement, Markwayne Mullin, be any better? We welcome Tony Box to the show. He's a former FBI Special agent, a former Assistant US Attorney at DOJ,...

According to some US military commanders, God is totally on board with America attacking Iran. Complaints from troops are rolling into the Military Religious Freedom Foundation about some orders being served with a side of religion. Troops in three dozen military units spread across some 30 different military installations say they’ve been told this is all part of God’s plan. The MRFF also says th...

Pete Hegseth is defending America’s expanding military confrontation with Iran — but offering few specifics about how it will end. In his first extended public remarks since the bombing began, the Pentagon chief projected resolve while sidestepping direct questions about timelines, troop levels, and what “victory” actually looks like. Is this a limited operation with defined objectives, or the sta...

After Tehran launched a barrage of missiles and drones across the Gulf in response to U.S.–Israeli strikes on Iran, the war has spread far beyond the original front. In an unprecedented escalation, an Iranian missile strike hit Dubai’s iconic luxury hotel, setting it on fire, injuring civilians and shattering the image of the city as a secure oasis. The Saudis are now saying they will be joining t...

Paramount’s blockbuster hostile acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery isn’t just a Hollywood deal — it’s a seismic shift in who holds influence over some of the most powerful media brands in the world, including CNN and CBS. With existing online platforms like Meta, TikTok and X already widely seen as operating in ways that benefit or align with Trump-world allies, this latest consolidation raises...

Ten FBI employees who worked on former Special Counsel Jack Smith’s classified documents investigation into Donald Trump are now fired. It’s a move that’s raising serious questions about what’s happening inside the bureau. We break down what’s confirmed, what’s disputed, and why this development could have major implications for the FBI’s independence going forward. Former federal prosecutor, now...

Laden with fiction and heavy blame aimed at Democrats, President Trump delivered the longest State of the Union address in history — a sprawling, combative marathon marked by sharp mood swings, sweeping claims, and flashes of visible frustration. Familiar boasts about prices, trade, and foreign policy collided with a reality critics say doesn’t match the facts, while a late-stage retirement accoun...

Trouble for Trump and the GOP in a new national poll arriving just as Trump prepares for a major State of the Union moment. The numbers paint a complicated picture. While the administration frames strength and momentum, voters disapprove of the country’s direction, economic realities, and leadership style. The disconnect between political messaging and public sentiment raises a critical question:...

A major Supreme Court ruling reshapes the legal landscape around Trump’s sweeping tariffs — but the real story may be what happens next. Instead of stepping back, Trump appears poised to double down, raising new questions about prices, trade strategy, and whether Republicans could face political blowback as affordability remains a top concern for voters. We break down what the ruling actually mean...

Donald Trump suffers a major legal setback as the Supreme Court rules 6–3 that he exceeded his authority by imposing sweeping global tariffs under emergency powers, delivering a significant blow to his second-term trade agenda. The decision raises major questions about presidential power, congressional authority over taxation, and the future of U.S. trade policy — with potential ripple effects for...

Police in the UK now have Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly known as Prince Andrew, in custody. The younger brother of King Charles III was arrested today. Thames Valley Police say he was taken in on suspicion of misconduct in public office and they are searching his addresses. Andrew appeared in the Epstein files in both emails and disturbing pictures, though his arrest appears to have more to...

President Trump says Americans must have ID to vote in this year’s midterm elections. He says the requirement is happening regardless of congressional approval. He took to Truth Social to make a declaration: “There will be Voter I.D. for the Midterm Elections, whether approved by Congress or not!”  We will talk about the SAVE Act and whether Democrats have a real opportunity to block it. We welcom...

Dysfunction at the highest levels…A major Wall Street Journal investigation pulls back the curtain on chaos inside the Department of Homeland Security under Kristi Noem, detailing internal power struggles, controversial firings, loyalty, tensions, and questions about leadership and influence behind the scenes.  We welcome Pulitzer Prize winning author and investigative journalist David Cay Johnsto...

A classified intelligence fight is breaking into public view. A whistleblower complaint centered on a secret NSA intercept has brought scrutiny to Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, with allegations that intelligence tied to a foreign conversation referencing Jared Kushner may have been restricted from wider review. The details remain heavily redacted and sharply disputed, but it rev...

A stunning break inside Trump’s own party as House lawmakers push back against his Canada tariffs in a rare bipartisan revolt, signaling growing tension between Congress and the White House over trade powers and economic fallout. With Republicans crossing lines and political pressure mounting, is this the first real crack in Trump’s control — or just the opening move in a bigger showdown? What tri...