The Truth

break down the rapidly escalating war between the United States and Iran as both sides exchange fire near the Strait of Hormuz, raising fears that full-scale conflict could be back on. We also discuss the bizarre diplomatic scene involving Donald Trump and Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva after a scheduled public appearance was abruptly canceled following a private meeting that left r...

cover breaking news from: Virginia, the FBI’s Offices, the offices of the New York Times, Atlantic and Washington Post, DC, Louisiana and the Supreme Court. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-truth--6487495/support .

Trump’s pause of Project Freedom in the Strait of Hormuz, the collapse of Spirit Airlines, funding for the ballroom, Todd Blanche’s retribution campaign, Rudy’s health, Trump’s health, his putting skills - and much more! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-truth--6487495/support .

the rapidly escalating chaos in the Middle East after Donald Trump’s latest Strait of Hormuz announcement backfires spectacularly, with Iran firing on U.S. ships, striking a key UAE port, and pushing the region to the brink of full-blown war again—while Trump’s allies flood the airwaves with “Baghdad Bob”-style spin insisting everything is under control. Back at home, a federal judge steps in to b...

breaks down the breaking legal and political news coming out of DC, Delaware, California, Florida, Alabama, Louisiana, and the United States Supreme Court. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-truth--6487495/support .

we break down a rapidly escalating global and political crisis as Iran issues a chilling warning to Donald Trump—even as Trump continues to claim they’re “begging” for a deal. In reality, tensions are surging, oil prices have skyrocketed to multi-year highs, and the economic fallout is already hitting Americans with rising gas prices and inflation . We also cover new updates in the Epstein investi...

breaking legal and political news, with a focus on recent US Supreme Court rulings, indictments, and controversies surrounding the Trump administration. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-truth--6487495/support .

the new Trump branded passport, the shooting at the Correspondent’s dinner, Hegseth’s unhinged testimony and much more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-truth--6487495/support .

reporting on new breaking developments from the civil, criminal and appellate courts of DC, Virginia, New York, and Alabama, and Capitol Hill. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-truth--6487495/support .

covering in real time, breaking legal and political news from the Virginia Supreme Court, DC, Miami, Iran, and Texas. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-truth--6487495/support .

The Trump administration has announced a new military operation in the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran is warning that any unauthorized U.S. presence will be treated as hostile. At the same time, Washington is rejecting key parts of Iran’s proposal to end the war, including sanctions relief and limits on the blockade. So what is this “ceasefire,” really? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://ww...

As Israel escalates its war on Lebanon, one narrative dominates: that Hezbollah is the cause of the conflict. But that story erases decades of history. Long before Hezbollah existed, southern Lebanon was already a frontline of anti-colonial struggle led by Palestinian fighters, Lebanese leftists, and marginalized communities resisting Israeli aggression and internal neglect. Become a supporter of...

Labour and the Tories are expected to take a beating in the local elections. Reform is set to make big gains across England and Wales, but London is expecting a Green surge. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-truth--6487495/support .

The two-party system has defined British politics for centuries. But seismic changes are underway, as the status quo is under attack from Nigel Farage’s Reform, and an insurgent Green party, both looking to clean up in the May 7 local elections. On Downstream this week, Aaron Bastani speaks to economist James Meadway, about the disruptive new progressive party on the block. Meadway was an economic...

It’s 2019 all over again, as the media and a desperate Labour party weaponise antisemitism against the left once more. Plus: Organisers of anti-genocide marches hit back at Met Commissioner Mark Rowley over misinformation; and some people will say anything to make you believe all criticism of Israel is antisemitism. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-truth--64...

A decade and a half ago, the British far right was a fringe concern. But since then, the ruling party – whether it be The Conservatives or Labour – has played into their hands over and over again. Whether through appeasement or ineptitude, more than a decade of playing to the right has put Reform within reach of Downing Street.  Can anyone stop them? Is anyone actually in control? Or are the emoti...

Zack Polanski has apologised to the Metropolitan Police for a retweet he made in response to the horrific knife attack on two Jewish men in North London. Plus: King Charles has got on the wrong side of two famous New Yorkers, for May Day - we take a look at the history of the weekend and the workers’ movements behind it, Francis Fukuyama weighs in on the rise of China, and Bernie Sanders continues...

Keir Starmer has been accused of failing to combat antisemitism following a horrific knife attack on two Jewish men in North London. Plus: The US plans further military action in Iran, Israel detains 175 activists from a Gaza-bound aid flotilla off the coast of Crete, and Reform’s Scottish leader has been branded “tone-deaf” for boasting about his multiple yachts. Become a supporter of this podcas...

King Charles is charming Trump in Washington, and two men have been stabbed in an antisemitic attack in Golders Green, London. Plus: We speak to Green Party deputy Mothin Ali, economist Laurie MacFarlane about rent caps and the UAE is leaving OPEC… Is this the end of the oil cartel? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-truth--6487495/support .

Keir Starmer could face an inquiry into whether he deliberately misled Parliament over the appointment of Peter Mandelson. Plus: We speak to Mayor of Tower Hamlets Lutfur Rahman about running a left-wing local council, and Welsh campaigner Elbashir Idris speaks about his recent run-in with Reform UK’s Arron Banks. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-truth--6487...

break down the chaotic fallout from the incident at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner—and the Trump White House’s stunningly tone-deaf pivot to pushing for a taxpayer-funded ballroom in its wake. The brothers also dive into Donald Trump’s unhinged and defensive interview on 60 Minutes, which only made matters worse, as global tensions escalate with Russia openly signaling support for Iran—and...

cover Trump’s stunning shakeup at the Pentagon, including the firing of his Navy Secretary and replacement with a different deranged loyalist, as his approval ratings hit record lows and alarming reports reveal the U.S. is running dangerously low on critical munitions—raising serious concerns about readiness for future conflicts. We also dive into the growing scandal inside DHS, where a top counte...

cover breaking news from Virginia; DC, Florida; Texas; Alabama; the Senate and the FBI. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-truth--6487495/support .

discuss Trump’s latest TACO move in Iran, Tucker Carlson flips his support, redistricting in Virginia, Comer’s plan to kill Epstein hearings, the Trump Library scandal, the Kash Patel saga, gas prices wars and much much more! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-truth--6487495/support .

the latest redistricting battles as Republicans spark a mid-decade gerrymander fight that even conservative voices warn is backfiring, handing Democrats a potential national advantage. They analyze the political miscalculation behind the GOP strategy, the lack of RNC investment in key states, and what it means heading into the next election cycle. Kander and Gupta also dive into Trump’s handling o...