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Every weekday at 5 PM ET, host Miles Taylor dives into today's biggest political headlines and an in depth check into resisting Trump's power grab. Welcome to the DEFIANCE!
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Today on DEFIANCE Daily, Miles and Xander break down how Republicans blocked their own DHS deal, extending the shutdown as TSA workers go unpaid. As the Iran conflict disrupts global shipping, fertilizer prices spike and put food supply at risk. And we debut MAGA L’s of the Week, highlighting the biggest cracks inside Trump’s coalition. Iowa Senate candidate Zach Wahls joins to connect the impact on farmers and voters.
Today on DEFIANCE Daily, Miles and Xander break down suspicious market trades ahead of Trump’s Iran decisions, raising new questions about who may be profiting from the war. As pressure spreads to Ukraine, the U.S. weighs redirecting weapons and pushing territorial concessions. And online, meme warfare and shifting signals from the White House blur what’s real. National security expert Dan Prieto joins to break it down.
Today on DEFIANCE Daily, Miles Taylor and Xander Schultz lead this week’s mission: First Amendment in Action.Indivisible co-founder Leah Greenberg and Committee for the First Amendment co-chair Rashad Robinson break down NO KINGS III and what it demands next.Then, grantee spotlight Flare USA gives you clear actions you can take now to defend your rights and make your voice count.
Today on DEFIANCE Daily, Miles and Xander break down Trump attacking mail-in voting while casting his own ballot, as a Supreme Court case threatens how those votes are counted. In Minnesota, prosecutors sue the federal government over ICE-related shootings and blocked evidence. And at the Pentagon, officials move to restrict press access after losing a First Amendment case. Voting rights expert Max Flugrath of Fair Fight Action joins to explain what’s at stake.
Today on DEFIANCE Daily, Miles and Xander break down how Trump’s rejection of a DHS funding deal is now hitting airports across the country, with ICE agents deployed as TSA staffing collapses. Plus, Ms. Rachel speaks out after interviewing detained children, and the White House shifts its stance on Iran as sanctions ease and threats stall. Former energy official David Sandalow joins to explain how Trump’s lift on Iran oil complicates his stance.
Today on DEFIANCE Daily, Miles and Xander break down the Trump administration’s immigration “rebrand” as enforcement expands behind the scenes, new reporting on ships paying to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, and how AI-generated propaganda is shaping the war narrative online. Author and journalist Ellie Leonard joins to unpack what this means for media and democracy and the power of citizen journalism.
Today on DEFIANCE Daily, Miles and Xander break down Trump’s expanding “grand conspiracy” probe targeting James Comey and other officials, with more than 130 subpoenas issued. The war with Iran escalates as new developments challenge the administration’s claims and drive costs higher at home. And intelligence officials struggle to defend the case for war under pressure on Capitol Hill. NIH whistleblower Jenna Norton joins to discuss a new effort targeting OMB Director Russell Vought and what federal workers are seeing inside the government. Please visit impeachvought.com to join the campaign!
This week’s DEFIANCE Mission Briefing launches a new campaign to stop the expansion of ICE detention facilities nationwide. We’re partnering with Steve Schmidt of the Save America Movement and journalist Martisa Georgiou to block new sites and expose federal overreach. Author and authoritarianism expert Jason Stanley joins to ground this moment in history and break down what it takes to fight back.
Today on DEFIANCE Daily, Miles and Xander break down the Senate fight over the SAVE Act as Republicans push a bill they don’t have the votes to pass. A nationwide blackout in Cuba deepens as Trump talks about “taking” the country. And a top U.S. counterterrorism official resigns over the Iran war as allies refuse to back the operation. Former national security official Olivia Troye joins to break down what’s happening inside the system and if more defectors are to come!
Today on DEFIANCE Daily, Miles and Xander break down Trump’s threats to prosecute news organizations over Iran war coverage and new warnings from the FCC about broadcast licenses. U.S. allies refuse Trump’s call to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz as the conflict widens with drone attacks in the UAE and a major cyberattack hitting a U.S. company. Former FBI Special Agent Asha Rangappa joins the show to unpack the national security risks.
Today on DEFIANCE Daily, Miles and Xander break down new reporting showing FEMA responders were left without critical tornado tracking data during deadly Midwest storms. A federal judge blocks a Justice Department investigation targeting Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, calling it political pressure over interest rates. And the war with Iran expands as U.S. casualties rise and the Pentagon deploys more forces. Defense correspondent Barbara Starr joins the show to unpack the latest.
Today on DEFIANCE Daily, Miles and Xander break down a developing attack at Temple Israel in Michigan as authorities investigate possible connections to rising tensions with Iran. As Tehran vows retaliation and intelligence warnings circulate inside the U.S., new questions emerge about national security preparedness. And while the country faces growing external threats, the Trump administration continues probing election records and advancing controversial voting legislation. Max Flugrath joins the show to discuss the fight over voting rights and what it means for the next election cycle.
Today on the DEFIANCE Mission Briefing, Miles and Xander highlight a surprising Democratic win forcing a runoff in Georgia’s 14th district before diving into this week’s mission: mobilizing independent veterans. Joined by Sue Gordon and Frank Figliuzzi, Defiance digs in as Trump sends mixed signals about the war with Iran, lifts pressure on Russia to stabilize oil markets, and the Pentagon weakens civilian casualty oversight, the stakes for American leadership are growing.Paul Rieckhoff joins to launch a new effort with DEFIANCE to organize veterans and push for No More Forever Wars, giving members real actions to take this week.
Today on DEFIANCE Daily, Miles and Xander push through technical difficulties to bring you the latest reporting linking a U.S. Tomahawk missile to the deadly strike on a school in Minab, Iran. They also break down Trump’s push to expand the SAVE Act ahead of the midterms and new lawsuits over possible federal involvement at polling places. Plus, billions in Pentagon end-of-year spending and thousands of unusable ICE vehicles raise new questions about government waste. Simon Rosenberg joins to offer key insight on how Democrats can rise to the occasion in 2026.
Today on DEFIANCE Daily, Miles and Xander break down the Trump administration’s push for Maricopa County election records, raising fears of federal meddling ahead of the 2026 midterms. As the Iran war drives oil higher, rising gas prices are putting pressure on the White House. And Fox News scrambles after trying to shield Trump during coverage of a solemn transfer for fallen U.S. service members. Terry Moran joins the show.
Today on DEFIANCE Daily, Miles and Xander break down Kristi Noem’s sudden exit from DHS after clashing with the White House over a massive taxpayer-funded ad campaign. As the war with Iran drives oil higher, reports show Chief of Staff Susie Wiles scrambling for ways to bring down gas prices. And chaos during the Texas primaries raises new warnings that voter suppression tactics could be a preview of the 2026 midterms. Baratunde Thurston joins the show to offer a path of light for 2026 (and maybe a bit of stand up comedy).
Today on DEFIANCE Daily, Miles and Xander ask whether Trump’s war with Iran just triggered an oil shock that could rattle the global economy, why the White House still can’t give a straight answer on the mission, and whether personal grievances are driving foreign policy. As markets swing and the Strait of Hormuz sits on edge, JoJo from Jerz joins to break it down. PLUS, Kurt Bardella reports on the ground at the Texas Senate Primaries.
Today on DEFIANCE Daily, Miles and Xander break down the rapidly escalating war with Iran as U.S. casualties rise, oil prices spike, and the Strait of Hormuz closes. With shifting explanations from the White House and no clear objective, questions mount about the purpose and cost of this conflict. Iraq and Afghanistan veteran Russell “Jolly Good Ginger” Ellis joins to explain why this war is the last thing America needs — and what history teaches us about how these decisions spiral.
Today on DEFIANCE Daily, Miles and Xander break down Anthropic refusing Pentagon pressure over expanded military use of its AI tools, even as the administration signals retaliation. Then, new fallout for Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick as a resurfaced Epstein island photo raises bipartisan questions about what was pulled from public view. Finally, an emerging election memo suggests Trump allies are exploring emergency powers that could test constitutional limits ahead of the midterms.Ben Sheehan joins to unpack what’s real, what’s dangerous, and what the Constitution actually allows.
Today on DEFIANCE Daily, Miles breaks down why the GOP is sweating. The DOJ is reviewing whether explosive Epstein-related FBI interviews were improperly withheld, Hillary Clinton goes on offense and dares Republicans to put Trump under oath, and Texas primaries expose MAGA infighting that could flip a safe red seat. Plus, former GOP Congressman Joe Walsh joins to weigh in on the fallout of his former party!
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