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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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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 activists tied to Democrat leaders. 💰 Dark Money Exposed — a climate lawyer admits the real goal of their lawsuits is to create a hidden energy tax. 🧒 Child Soldiers of Climate Alarmism — how left-wing lawfare groups are using kids to push their agenda. 🏙️ Trump vs. San Francisco — the city’s collapse and Marc Benioff’s embarrassing flip-flop. 📚 The Return of KJP — back in the spotlight with a rocky book tour launch.
Plus: Speaker Mike Johnson’s latest moves in the shutdown fight, Democrats blocking military pay, and why the party screaming “No Kings” might just love having a few of their own.
🎙️ Tune in for your daily dose of sharp, fast-paced conservative analysis — the news you need in just 10 minutes.
#GovernmentShutdown #NoKings #ClimateLawsuits #DarkMoney #10MinuteDrill #Politics #KJP #Trump #SanFrancisco #GavinNewsom #ConservativePodcast
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 leaving the state, the facts tell a different story. Meanwhile, Kamala Harris keeps making headlines for all the wrong reasons on her book tour.
Also in this episode:
-Shutdown Update: The Hill reports more voters now blame Democrats for the shutdown. (Source: https://thehill.com/homenews/house/5555904-poll-blame-democrats-shutdown/)
-Dark Money Groups: “No Kings” protest backed by Indivisible, George Soros, and the Tides Foundation. (Source: https://www.nokings.org/partners)
-Virginia AG Debate: Jason Miyares vs. Jay Jones as polls tighten.
-California Derangement Syndrome: Rogan calls out Newsom’s record on jobs, homelessness, and gas prices.
-Anti-Energy Scheme: Left-wing cities file climate lawsuits coordinated by dark money networks. (Source: https://www.nationalreview.com/2025/10/a-preposterous-legal-assault-against-fossil-fuels/)
-Sierra Club in Chaos: Leadership scandal, racial infighting, and Ben Jealous’s messy ouster. (Source: https://www.politico.com/newsletters/politico-nightly/2025/10/14/can-the-sierra-club-get-it-together-00608431)
-Kamala Harris: Declares herself “the most qualified candidate ever” — and keeps proving otherwise.
🎧 Listen to the October 16th episode of The 10 Minute Drill — your quick daily rundown of the biggest political stories from D.C. to California, without the spin.
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 pay on hold, air travel at risk, and even top aides admitting they won’t back down “short of planes falling out of the sky.”
-Virginia politics: Democrat Jay Jones faces scrutiny over his past defund-the-police platform as he runs for Attorney General.
-Dark money exposed: British billionaire Christopher Hohn pauses his massive funding of U.S. left-wing groups after a new report from Americans for Public Trust.
-L.A. wildfires: The suspect accused of starting the fires is revealed to be a climate activist who once blamed wildfires on global warming.
-Dem identity crisis: Senator Chris Murphy admits the party’s “brand is in the toilet,” while Katie Porter’s viral interview meltdown highlights the Democrats’ growing image problem.
The 10 Minute Drill delivers fast, sharp political breakdowns — every weekday.
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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.
Shutdown Showdown – Hakeem Jeffries gets fact-checked (link), and Senate Dems sneak off to a luxury fundraiser in Napa (link).
Katie Porter Meltdown – The California gubernatorial frontrunner goes viral for all the wrong reasons (link).
Virginia Elections Heat Up – Miyares surges ahead after Jay Jones’ shocking text scandal (link).
Foreign Billionaire Pulls the Plug – UK hedge fund mogul Christopher Hohn halts donations to U.S. liberal groups after exposure by Americans for Public Trust (read the report).
New Jersey Governor MIA – Phil Murphy disappears as his lieutenant declares a state of emergency (link).
Bari Weiss vs. CBS – Staff revolt after her new boss email goes viral (link).
Kamala Harris Ghosted – VP complains that Biden “isn’t taking my calls” (link).
LA Wildfires Truth – Media blamed climate change, but an arsonist climate activist has been charged (Fox News | Daily Caller).
🎧 Listen now for a rapid-fire, fact-packed rundown of the biggest headlines shaping politics, policy, and media narratives this week.
#Politics #Trump #KamalaHarris #GovernmentShutdown #VirginiaElections #BariWeiss #ClimateChange #Podcast #The10MinuteDrill
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 funds to an NGO that employs his wife, the Ocean Conservancy.
We also break down:
-📊 New polling on the government shutdown — and why most Americans say Democrats should take the GOP’s clean deal
-🗳️ November election updates from Virginia and New Jersey — from school controversies to stock scandals
-⚖️ Supreme Court preview: women’s sports, free speech, executive power, and key election law cases
-🎥 A weird video from New York Times reporter Nick Kristof video that tries to downplay the city’s crime problem
Fast, sharp, and packed with context — The 10 Minute Drill brings you the day’s top political stories in just ten minutes.
#FBI #SheldonWhitehouse #SupremeCourt #GovernmentShutdown #Politics #10MinuteDrill #News #Podcast
*Apologies if this episode appears in your feed twice, we are currently experiencing some RSS feed challenges - and while it has nothing to do with the government shutdown we would like to direct blame that direction.
On today’s episode of The 10 Minute Drill (October 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 funds to an NGO that employs his wife, the Ocean Conservancy.
We also break down:
📊 New polling on the government shutdown — and why most Americans say Democrats should take the GOP’s clean deal
🗳️ November election updates from Virginia and New Jersey — from school controversies to stock scandals
⚖️ Supreme Court preview: women’s sports, free speech, executive power, and key election law cases
🎥 A weird video from New York Times reporter Nick Kristof video that tries to downplay the city’s crime problem
Fast, sharp, and packed with context — The 10 Minute Drill brings you the day’s top political stories in just ten minutes.
#FBI #SheldonWhitehouse #SupremeCourt #GovernmentShutdown #Politics #10MinuteDrill #News #Podcast
*Apologies if this has posted in your feed twice, we are experiencing some RSS feed challenges
It’s October 7, and The 10 Minute Drill is cutting through the chaos with today’s biggest political stories — fast, sharp, unfiltered.
In this episode:
Chicago & Portland in Crisis: Police told to stand down as chaos erupts. Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson’s approval rating craters to 6% — even lower than a venereal disease, according to one commentator.
Virginia’s October Surprise: Democrat AG nominee Jay Jones under fire for violent texts about a GOP Speaker. Gov. Glenn Youngkin calls it “unbelievable.”
Government Shutdown – Week 2: Democrats still blocking progress to protect Obamacare subsidies for the wealthy — even families making $600,000 a year.
Obamacare Subsidies 101: How temporary pandemic “relief” became permanent welfare for the rich and why Democrats don’t want you to know.
Kavanaugh Assassin Gets Leniency: The would-be killer gets a pass — NBC calls him a “woman,” and even legal experts say it’s a dangerous precedent.
KBJ’s Wisdom: As the Supreme Court comes back, we look at highlights of her best moments of last term.
💡 The Big Picture:
Blue cities are collapsing, Democrats are protecting welfare for the rich, and the justice system is bending under political pressure.
🎧 Listen now for:
Real clips and quotes from Chicago, Virginia, and D.C.
The stories the mainstream media is downplaying.
Fast, factual, no-fluff analysis — all in 10 minutes.
#Politics #GovernmentShutdown #Obamacare #VirginiaElection #Kavanaugh #Chicago #Portland #KBJ #BlueCities #10MinuteDrill #GlennYoungkin #KamalaHarris
In the October 2nd episode of The 10 Minute Drill, we break down the latest in politics, policy, and culture — fast.
-Government Shutdown Fallout: Why it happened, which Democrats broke ranks, and why new polls show Democrats already losing the shutdown fight.
-Gavin Newsom’s Oil Flip: The California governor quietly turns back to fossil fuels as gas prices climb and his green agenda backfires.
-Chubb Insurance Exposed: A new campaign accuses the insurance giant of pushing radical ideology and violating federal law.
-Carbon Offsets 101: Do they actually work, or are they just another climate con?
-Michael Mann Out: UPenn provost resigns after celebrating the death of Charlie Kirk.
-Public Safety Hearings: A closer look at the real human cost of soft-on-crime policies.
✔️ Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro
00:37 – Schumer's Shutdown Begins
06:42 – Gavin Newsom backs Big Oil?
08:14 – Chubb Insurance campaign exposed
09:00 – Michael Mann Out
10:02 - Carbon Offsets
11:41 - What is Two-Spirit?
Big week in Washington: Congress races to avoid a government shutdown, Netanyahu visits the White House as Trump unveils a new peace plan, and former FBI Director Jim Comey is indicted.
We also cover a violent weekend with shootings in Michigan and North Carolina, the latest controversies in Fairfax County schools, the Chicago Teachers Union’s dismal performance numbers, ICE drama in Iowa, and Gavin Newsom cornered on energy policy. Plus, Carbon Offsets 101 — scam or solution?
Time Stamps
00:00 - Intro
00:35 - Weekend Violence
02:00 - Shutdown Update
05:04 - Peace in the Middle East? -
06:54 - Comey Idicted
07:48 Iowa ICE Raid
08:30 - Chicago Unions
09:37 - Fairfax Schools
A horrific shooting at an ICE facility in Dallas has shocked the country — with reports of “anti-ICE” messages left at the scene. We break down what happened, the media spin, and how rhetoric from politicians like Gavin Newsom and Jasmine Crockett may be fueling the fire.
At the United Nations, Donald Trump lit up the room with blunt warnings on climate change, energy, and migration. He blasted the “green energy scam,” called out Europe’s immigration crisis, and even made headlines on NATO and Russia.
It’s Climate Week, but we’re looking at the waste and corruption behind U.N. climate funds — and the $2.2 billion California solar boondoggle that never lived up to its promises.
Fresh polling shows Democrats in trouble with Gen Z and losing ground on crime, immigration, and the economy. Meanwhile, Virginia faces a disturbing Title IX complaint after a Fairfax County school allowed a biological male in the girls’ locker room — and Rep. Abigail Spanberger is dodging questions.
Finally, Kamala Harris continues her Burn Book tour, with awkward stops on Maddow, The View, and Good Morning America. But will excuses and finger-pointing change her standing with voters?
The 10 Minute Drill Podcast – September 23, 2025
The world pays tribute to Charlie Kirk as over 100,000 gather in person and millions watch worldwide. Meanwhile, Democrats fail the basic “Charlie Kirk Test of Human Decency”—struggling to condemn political violence and even voting present on a resolution condemning Kirk’s murder. We break it all down.
🔹 Charlie Memorial Recap – Massive crowds, global coverage, and stunning reactions from JD Vance, Donald Trump, and Erika. 🔹 The Charlie Test – Why so many Democrats failed, from AOC to Ilhan Omar to Jasmine Crockett. 🔹 Mikie Sherrill Watch – New Jersey’s gubernatorial candidate stumbles on both Charlie Kirk’s legacy and the state’s skyrocketing electric bills. 🔹 Shutdown Watch – With a Sept. 30 deadline looming, Democrats push a wishlist while Republicans demand action. 🔹 California Update – Gavin Newsom’s “pretend” bills, cartel violence, and the politics of playing tough. 🔹 Kamala’s Burn Book – Excerpts from Kamala Harris’s upcoming book 107 Days reveal her brutal internal calculations about Pete Buttigieg, Josh Shapiro, and her choice of Tim Walz.
Time Stamps:
0:00 - Intro
0:36 - Charlie Kirk’s Memorial
1:35 - The Charlie Test
4:42 - Mikie Sherrill’s Power Play
6:32 - Shutdown Watch
8:55 - Gavin Plays Pretend
11:04 - Kamala’s Book
The world pauses to honor Charlie Kirk as more than 100,000 gather in person and millions tune in worldwide. Meanwhile, Democrats fail the basic “Charlie Kirk Test of Human Decency,” with shocking reactions from AOC, Ilhan Omar, and others.
We also break down:
-Charlie Memorial Recap – tributes, speeches, and controversy Shutdown Watch – looming Sept. 30 deadline, partisan standoffs
-Mikie Sherrill & NJ energy crisis – why bills are soaring and politics shifting California update – Gavin Newsom’s “pretend” bills, cartel violence, and the politics of playing tough
-Kamala’s Burn Book – new excerpts from Harris’s 107 Days reveal brutal choices about Buttigieg, Shapiro, and Walz
Fast, sharp, and unfiltered — all in ten minutes.
On today’s 10 Minute Drill (September 18, 2025):
🇬🇧 Trump in the UK — State visit highlights, carriage rides, and pressure to roll back the UK’s Digital Services Tax.
⚖️ Charlie Kirk Case — New charges against Tyler Robinson, the push for the death penalty, and shocking texts revealing motive and planning. Plus, the bizarre media spin trying to frame the assassin as MAGA.
📊 Polling on Political Violence — Younger and more liberal Americans are far more likely to say violence can be justified.
💰 Shutdown Watch — Democrats embrace a shutdown fight as their voters demand it.
📱 TikTok Deal — Beijing hails the U.S. deal, with America keeping data but China keeping the algorithm.
🌍 King Charles & Climate Change — Why climate alarmism tops the agenda during Trump’s visit.
Time Stamps:
00:00 - Intro
00:34 - Charlie Kirk's assassin charged
02:15 - Liberals launch disinformation campaign about shooter's motives
05:10 - New polling on political violence
06:31 - President Trump in the UK
07:22 - House Republicans call on POTUS to stop insane tech tax in the UK
09:02 - SHUTDOWN WATCH
10:39 - TikTok deal details leaked
11:50 - King Charles of Climate Change
Fast, sharp analysis of politics, media, and global headlines — all in 10 minutes.
Sources & References:
Charlie Kirk charges: https://x.com/DailyCaller/status/1968021944349200533
Assassin texts: https://x.com/charles_snark/status/1968201339181453745
Jimmy Kimmel clip: https://x.com/alexchristy17/status/1967937093805445354
Rep. Dave Min tweet: https://x.com/DaveMinCA/status/1966692722808668530
Free Beacon disinfo list: https://freebeacon.com/democrats/right-on-right-crime-meet-the-left-wingers-gaslighting-you-about-the-charlie-kirk-assassination/
CNN coverage: https://x.com/SteveGuest/status/1968130142867189846
YouGov poll on violence: https://today.yougov.com/politics/articles/52960-charlie-kirk-americans-political-violence-poll
Semafor polling on shutdown: https://www.semafor.com/article/09/16/2025/dem-voters-want-shutdown-fight-poll-shows
TikTok deal coverage: https://x.com/FirstSquawk/status/1968117487612146060 | https://x.com/mattdizwhitlock/status/1967950904226873347
Trump in UK B-roll & DST: https://x.com/rapidresponse47/status/1968281249728094397 | https://x.com/Policy_Solution/status/1968051449147035960
National Review on DST: https://www.nationalreview.com/2025/09/europe-is-going-after-americas-biggest-companies-trump-must-push-back/
King Charles climate angle: https://x.com/mattdizwhitlock/status/1967935018292088977
In this episode of 10 Minute Drill (September 16), we break down the top stories shaping politics, culture, and the world in just 10 minutes:
Charlie Kirk Assassination Fallout: Updates on the investigation, the hunt for justice, Erika Kirk’s powerful statement, and national memorials. We also dig into the shocking reactions from educators and officials who justified political violence—and how extreme rhetoric from the left is fueling radicalization.
Shutdown Theater: Two weeks out from a possible government shutdown, we look at the partisan games driving Washington to the brink.
Trump, the EU & Sanctions: What the latest moves mean for America’s foreign policy.
TikTok Deal: President Biden’s new deal raises major questions. We explore fresh studies showing TikTok’s failures on youth safety, harmful algorithms, and political manipulation. Emmy Awards Politics: From Nate Bargatze’s creative hosting to Hannah Einbinder’s political rant—and Ricky Gervais’ timeless reminder to Hollywood.
Fast, sharp, and no fluff—10 Minute Drill gives you the news you need without the noise.
Time Stamps:
00:00 - Intro
00:35 - The latest on Charlie Kirk
02:22 - The terrible people celebrating political violence
04:06 - The left’s trickle-down radicalism / embrace of assassination culture
07:40 - Republicans push back on Democrat government shutdown threats
08:36 - Trump, the EU, and sanctions on Russia
09:43 - TikTok Deal announced
13: 11 - Emmy Award politics
America responds to the horrific assassination of conservative luminary Charlie Kirk, as the manhunt for his assassin continues in Utah.
We highlight some of the reactions - including Utah Governor Spencer Cox and his call for anyone celebrating to seek out their better angels.
President Trump pays tribute on September 11th at the Pentagon Memorial and at Yankee Stadium
With the shocking passing of Charlie Kirk, conservative luminary, young father, and great American, we’re forgoing a normal episode of 10 Minute Drill and ask for thoughts and prayers for Charlie’s family.
We will resume with a normal episode on Friday, September 12.
September 9 – Culture of Crime, Biden’s Pardons, Zohran’s Homestretch & Senate Showdown
On today’s 10 Minute Drill:
-Culture of Crime: North Carolina rocked by the Irina Zarutska tragedy and the shocking case of Decarlos Brown, a repeat offender released 14 times. Meanwhile, Biden’s mass pardons—signed by autopen just days before leaving office—are raising new alarms after violent criminals slipped through without proper vetting.
-Zohran Mamdani’s Homestretch: From his defense of taxing New York’s top earners to a brutal grocery store interview, Zohran faces mounting pressure in the final stretch.
-Democrats & Your Electric Bills: Why Senate Democrats think they can spin rising utility costs into a political win—and why voters aren’t buying it.
-Independent Climate Report: Stanford’s Steven Koonin delivers findings the Left doesn’t want debated: no significant long-term U.S. trends in extreme weather, benefits of CO₂ for agriculture, and warnings about costly “climate emergency” policies. Senate Blockade: John Thune signals a rules change as Democrats continue their unprecedented blockade of Biden’s nominees—leaving critical posts, including U.N. Ambassador, unfilled.
-Justice Barrett Speaks: A rare interview exposes CBS bias and highlights the growing tension between media and the Court.
Plus: Trump spotted at the U.S. Open signing hats, and the NFL’s big return.
Listen now for your daily breakdown of politics, media spin, and culture in just 10 minutes.
September 4 – Foreign adversaries gather in China, Trump fires back, Biden aides question Trump’s health, and Europe faces a growing free speech crisis.
Today on the 10 Minute Drill:
-Adversaries in Beijing – Xi, Putin, and Kim Jong Un huddle in China while Trump responds.
-UK Free Speech Meltdown – Graham Linehan’s arrest highlights censorship crackdowns in Britain and beyond. Nuclear Haters – Dark money groups tied to Democrats keep blocking nuclear energy, threatening America’s grid and AI future.
-CJP Under Fire – A new House probe into climate activist judges and eco-law firm collusion. Gavin’s Land Grab? – Newsom’s “agricultural equity” plan to redistribute California farmland. Biden Aides Question Trump’s Health – Jen Psaki and others raise fresh doubts.
Links discussed in today’s episode:
-Xi, Putin, Kim in Beijing: https://x.com/yarotrof/status/1963220282916954376
-Trump reacts: https://x.com/RapidResponse47/status/1963048466294124679
-Graham Linehan arrest coverage: https://nypost.com/2025/08/19/world-news/uk-free-speech-struggle-30-arrests-a-day-censorship/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
-German “hate crime” crackdown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-bMzFDpfDwcDark money vs. nuclear: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/web-dark-money-tied-obama-dems-fuels-green-opposition-crucial-trump-energy-plan CJP probe: https://dailycaller.com/2025/09/01/exclusive-house-judiciary-committee-probe-climate-activist-group/
Newsom farmland plan: https://freebeacon.com/california/stolen-land-gavin-newsoms-agricultural-equity-advisers-prepare-plan-to-redistribute-farmland-to-racial-minorities/ Psaki on Trump health: https://x.com/greg_price11/status/1963050557947428971
Washington is back — and so is the shutdown theater. Congress is facing another funding fight, with Democrats showing no incentive to help, while Trump’s National Guard deployment in Chicago has leaders like JB Pritzker and Brandon Johnson scrambling to spin crime stats. Even MSNBC admits the city may need Trump’s help.
Meanwhile, teachers unions are joining a boycott against Target — proving once again they’re more focused on politics than kids. From $50M funneled into political groups to rants about “pharaohs” and velour, the fight is as absurd as it sounds.
Special guest Nicki Neily of Defending Education joins to share what parents should watch for as their kids head back to school, the craziest things she’s seen from radical school districts, and how her group is holding administrators accountable.
And in our YCMIU segment: Tim Walz puts his foot in his mouth again — this time talking about Trump dying.
Follow Defending Education: Website → https://defendinged.org/ Twitter/X → https://x.com/DefendingEd Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/defendinged/ Nicki Neily → https://x.com/nickineily
In this September 2nd episode of the 10 Minute Drill, we break down five major stories shaping politics and policy:
-Dark Money Reckoning: Bill Gates quietly cuts ties with Arabella Advisors, the left’s powerful dark money hub, raising big questions about Democratic funding networks.
-Electoral College Shifts: New projections show Texas and Florida gaining seats while California, Illinois, and New York lose influence—reshaping the presidential map.
-Europe’s Silly Taxes: President Trump warns the EU over digital taxes targeting American tech, threatening tariffs and export restrictions.
-Climate Fumbles: Europe’s Net Zero pledges have backfired, pushing the continent to buy record amounts of Russian LNG—funding Putin’s war in Ukraine.
-Electric Buses Go Womp Womp: Biden’s electric school bus program collapses as Lion Electric goes bankrupt, forcing schools back to diesel.
All that and more—in just 10 minutes.