Ruthless Podcast

🎙️ Live from the Patriot Awards with Carley Shimkus, who seems super excited to join the fellas. She updates us from inside the belly of the beast, talking New York City mayoral race and the victory of self-proclaimed democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani. Smug stands by his assertion that the city "gets what they deserve," a sentiment that Shimkus finally understands. We also chat about recent off-year election results in New Jersey and Virginia 🎬Then, funtime Friday with a hilarious clip of actor George Clooney, who maybe has regrets after forcing Biden out of the race? I mean, he wanted him to step down - but just not the way he stepped down. Can you imagine that happening within the Republican Party? Our Sponsors: ➢Find out how BP is investing in America: https://www.bp.com/en_us/united-states/home/who-we-are/us-impact-report.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🎙️ The Progrum kicks off with a raw analysis of Tuesday's election results, dissecting the sweeping win of socialist candidate Zohran Mamdani in New York. The fellas argue that the media and national Democrats are gravely misinterpreting the result, which was not a sign of broad enthusiasm but a narrow victory powered by radical, highly-educated urbanites. We discuss the historic trouble Republicans have faced in off-year elections when Trump isn't on the ballot, noting the persistent challenge of lower turnout among the new working-class base compared to the energized, high-propensity suburban Democratic voter. This discussion provides the vital context needed to understand the mechanics of a national election cycle and avoid making the same mistakes in the midterms. 🗳️ Then, the broader electoral lessons from Virginia and New Jersey, focusing on the unexpected energy of the Democratic turnout. The fellas point out that the recent government shutdown was a strategic, planned partisan fight that successfully mobilized the federal worker base, acting as the Left's new and highly effective get-out-the-vote operation, similar to past protests and riots. The takeaway is clear: the party needs a strategy that is both unique and authentic, not merely riding on a predecessor's momentum. 🐘 House Majority Whip, Rep. Tom Emmer, talks government shutdown chaos and why Democrats refused to pass the same spending resolution they supported 13 times under the current administration. Emmer says Chuck Schumer is a "scared old man" past his prime who burned five weeks for a failed "electoral advantage." We also give the co-hosts a Minnesota education on Tim Walz, with Emmer calling the Governor a "corrupt, fraudulent human being" overseeing $2 billion in fraud, including the $77 million SNAP scandal. Plus, we dig into the off-year election "bellwether" claims and analyze the mechanics of the 2024 House map, which shows a Republican advantage with only three members in districts won by the Democratic Vice President. 💰Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers on his lawsuit against foreign actors influencing state elections, a topic we've covered before, and one that's been gaining national attention, particularly with the Fox News exclusive on the "Mamdani Machine." Hilgers emphasizes that while the federal ban on foreign funding is clear, loopholes allow outside money to flood state ballot initiatives, which is what his team is fighting in Nebraska. 00:00- The New Left-Wing Coalition 01:59 - Mamdani‘s Ideological Extremism 15:55 - Electoral Autopsy: Virginia and New Jersey Results 25:30 - Republican Coalition Challenges 35:25 - We Play King of the Hill 45:07 - Majority Whip Tom Emmer on the Government Shutdown and Tim Walz 01:12:32 - King of the Hill with David Frum vs Cheri Jacobus 01:24:00 - Nebraska AG Mike Hilgers on Prosecuting Hansjörg Wyss Our Sponsors: ➢Go to https://zbiotics.com/RUTHLESS and use RUTHLESS at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. ➢Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to https://lightsonenergy.org/ ➢Help fuel America's energy advantage. Visit https://www.chevron.com/America to learn more. ➢Want to make a difference in your community? https://takeonesmallstep.org/ Join AFP's grass-roots efforts at https://afpvolunteer.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🎙️ The fellas discuss the Democrats' concerning lack of a national message, noting their reliance on negative identity politics and edgy rhetoric exemplified by Illinois Governor JB Pritzker's new found f-bombs. A deep dive into Barack Obama’s recent appearance in Virginia highlights the former president’s selective support, so weird that he didn’t endorse what would have been the first black female governor… ever. It’s a stunning example of the Democratic Party’s rudderless leadership and the confusing signals they send to their base. ⚡Ashbrook's theory that the government shutdown was a cynical ploy orchestrated by Democrats to energize federal workers is catching on, you heard it here first. This strategy, which seemed far-fetched at first, is now being taken seriously by figures like Senator Ted Cruz. Then we break down what could be a surge in the key Virginia districts voting. The fellas also explain the risks of low-propensity Republican voters sitting out off-year elections. 🐘Then we welcome Senator Dave McCormick to the Progrum. The Senator gives his unfiltered take on the government shutdown’s stupidity, his genuine working relationship with Senator Fetterman, and the dangers of the Democratic Party’s radical leftward lurch represented by figures like Zoran Mamdani. McCormick concludes with an optimistic view of the American economy, crediting deregulation and foreign direct investment for the surge in prosperity.️ 00:00 - Election Day 2025 Preview and the Democrat Disconnect 06:37 - Obama’s Hypocrisy on Full Display 15:20 - Is the Shutdown Part of a Get Out the Vote Strategy? 19:22 - New Jersey and Virginia Early Vote Analysis 39:46 - Variety: Pill Popping Sheriff and Macaque Update 49:50 - Senator Dave McCormick Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🎙️ House Democrat leadership insists there are "zero cracks" in their party's strategy, a claim that evaporates under the slightest pressure. We highlight the growing defiance from within the democrat ranks, including their largest constituency: the federal employees union, which is now openly demanding the government be reopened. When confronted with basic questions from journalists, leading Democrats like Chuck Schumer and Kamala completely fall apart. Maybe they’re just not used to getting a tough journo question. ⚡ C️ourt proceedings require you to wear pants, and this extends to a telecommute. We address this pants-off-officer, plus an Italian wine importer with a strong opinion on the New York mayor's race (and class distinctions in Italian surnames). 🐘 Chairman Brett Guthrie covers high-stakes policy, from the $70 billion in fraud in entitlement programs to the colossal energy needs for AI. The Chairman also reveals that his committee is looking closely at the integrity of sports betting and the NCAA's ill-timed decision to allow college athletes to bet on professional sports, especially in light of recent pro-league scandals. 00:00 - Hakeem's "Zero Cracks" Lie 04:38 - The Federal Employees Union Demands the Government Reopen 06:45 - Cracks in the House: Rep. Gottheimer's Call for a Clean CR 10:00 - Senator Fetterman Adequately Diagnoses Schumer's Problem: Fear of the Extreme Left 14:16 - Schumer's Meltdown and the Press Corps' Basic Questions 19:26 - Kamala's World-Class Pivot: Was Biden Too Frail to Campaign? 25:40 - Rep. Crockett's Defamatory Content and the Media's Fact Check 35:05 - Fun Time Variety: The Wine Importer, The Pantsless Cop, and High-Class Italians 44:48 - The Committee on Energy and Commerce Chairman Brett Guthrie 55:50 - Guthrie On AI's Energy Demand and the Integrity of Sports Betting Our Sponsors: ➢Go to https://zbiotics.com/RUTHLESS and use RUTHLESS at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. ➢The Partnership to Fight Chronic Disease wants to act sooner on Alzheimer's, not later. Learn more at https://www.pfcdalz.org/ ➢Tell Republicans in Congress stop Dick Durbin's takeover of your credit card before it's too late - https://electronicpaymentscoalition.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🎙️ The Schumer Shutdown has some confusing goals. The fellas dissect the nonsensical argument from Democrats like Senator Chris Coons and Sheldon Whitehouse, who repeatedly call the plight of American workers their necessary "leeeverage" to push a bailout for insurance companies. The complete lack of strategy from the Democrats over the past six months proves their cynical politics have hit a new low, a low that even the mainstream media and CNN's Harry Enten are being forced to cover with brutal honesty. 🇺🇸 Brent Gardner from AFP joins us to give his expert take from under the dome and the doors, confirming that voters across the country see the Democratic Party’s position for the cynical mess that it is. ⚡ Then, Smug introduces us to a shocking left-wing podcaster who is celebrating political violence and using her platform to call out Democratic leadership for not being radical enough. All because of the utter lack of leadership from Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries, who are terrified of their increasingly deranged base—a base that Politico reported would bring the "guillotine" to moderates. 🐵 Ben Stiller shot some sort of hostage video and a terrifying monkey update. And of course, we play King of the Hill, where David Frum takes on champion Sarah Longwell. 00:00 - The Madness of the Democrat Government Shutdown Strategy 03:54 - Democrats' "Leverage" Argument and the ACA Failure 07:40 - UnitedHealth, AARP, and the Insurance Company Bailout 14:38 - Rep. Stansbury's Intellectual Dishonesty and the Media 20:45 - Brent Gardner on the Shutdown: The State of Play and Republican Strength 39:35 - Question of the Day: Are Democrats Dumb or Crazy? 47:50 - Ben Stiller Gets Political, The Radical Left Speaks, and Monkey News Our Sponsors: ➢Beverage America believes in the promise that makes this nation great. Learn more at http://wedeliverforamerica.org/ ➢Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to https://lightsonenergy.org/ ➢Want to make a difference in your community? https://takeonesmallstep.org/ Join AFP's grass-roots efforts at https://afpvolunteer.com/ ➢The Partnership to Fight Chronic Disease wants to act sooner on Alzheimer's, not later. Learn more at https://www.pfcdalz.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🎙️ Gavin Newsom's latest pathetic attempt to change who he is has him claiming to be a dirt-poor, hustling athlete. Spoiler alert - he did not grow up on these streets. The fellas trace the ludicrous claim from Gavin, but explain how it shows his chameleon character, once again. More busted lies from KJP and Kamala - who is claiming that Biden was fine to BE president, he was just too much of an empty skin-suit to RUN for president. ⚡ Then, Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin joins the show just a week ahead of his state's off-year elections. He delivers a scathing assessment of the Democratic ticket, emphasizing the risk of overturning his accomplishments: $143 billion in economic growth, $9 billion in tax relief, and protections for women's sports. Youngkin repeatedly calls out Abigail Spanberger for her cowardly refusal to condemn Jay Jones, who has advocated for political violence. The governor also weighs in on the government shutdown, supporting the congressional efforts to fund the military and first responders. 💥 The show concludes with an exclusive deep dive into foreign money influencing American politics with Caitlin Sutherland. She reveals how liberal nonprofits are co-opting political causes, shining a light on the left-wing shell game. ️ 00:00 - Gavin Newsom's "Wonder Bread" Upbringing vs. Reality 12:24 - Karine Jean-Pierre's Book and Lack of Introspection 15:54 - Kamala Harris' Admission on Biden's Frailty 20:55 - Governor Glenn Youngkin 30:16 - Youngkin Handicaps Virginia Races and Explains Winning Formula 55:46 - Major Crack in Democratic Coalition + Eric Swalwell's "Trump Ballroom" Pledge 01:09:27 - Interview with Caitlin Sutherland: Foreign Money in U.S. Politics Our Sponsors: ➢Beverage America believes in the promise that makes this nation great. Learn more at http://wedeliverforamerica.org/ ➢Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to https://lightsonenergy.org/ ➢The Partnership to Fight Chronic Disease wants to act sooner on Alzheimer's, not later. Learn more at https://www.pfcdalz.org/ ➢Tell Republicans in Congress stop Dick Durbin's takeover of your credit card before it's too late - https://electronicpaymentscoalition.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🎙️ The stunning lack of self-awareness from House Democrats’ Minority Whip Katherine Clark is amazing. Pro tip: don’t say the quiet part out loud. Huge hat tip to Speaker Johnson and his staff for a genius troll, BTW. Even CNN’s Harry Enten's data is showing that the shutdown isn’t hurting Donald Trump's approval at all, the public views this as a "Schumer shutdown." The fellas also torch Virginia gubernatorial candidate Abigail Spanberger for her entitled reaction to questions, which reveals her underlying entitlement. 📖 Then, Bret Baier joins the Progrum! Anchor of Special Report on Fox News, Baier discusses his successful career and what he learned from Tim Russert that has made him so successful. Baier’s newest book, To Rescue the American Spirit: Teddy Roosevelt and the Birth of a Superpower, highlights how Roosevelt's legacy is still so relevant today. Available here: https://www.amazon.com/Rescue-American-Spirit-Superpower-Presidential/dp/0063360756️ 💥 We finish up with a classic round of Dem or Journo, zeroing in on the White House renovations. PLUS your YouTube comments. 00:00 - House Democrats' "Leverage" on Government Shutdown 01:57 - Speaker Johnson’s TV Troll of Katherine Clark 07:31 - Harry Enten Data on Trump's Approval During Shutdown 11:50 - Abigail Spanberger's Entitlement in Virginia Governor's Race 17:49 - Bret Baier on Success in News and New Book on Teddy Roosevelt 39:35 - Bret Baier's Three Ruthless Questions 55:58 - Dem or Journo: Media Coverage of the White House Renovations Our Sponsors: ➢Go to https://zbiotics.com/RUTHLESS and use RUTHLESS at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. ➢The Partnership to Fight Chronic Disease wants to act sooner on Alzheimer's, not later. Learn more at https://www.pfcdalz.org/ ➢Tell Republicans in Congress stop Dick Durbin's takeover of your credit card before it's too late - https://electronicpaymentscoalition.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The fellas are reveling in the Democratic Party's absolute chaos, starting with the government shutdown. Anonymous Democratic senators confess they would vote to reopen the government but are "terrified of getting the guillotine" from the deranged grassroots—a direct admission that their base is driving the insanity. The Civil War's second front is a primary race for a chance to challenge Susan Collins in Maine, and it is a certified freak show. Chuck Schumer's establishment candidate, an ancient, unrelatable governor, is facing off against a Bernie bro who called himself an "Antifa super soldier." Maybe Graham Platner would get further in politics with less 1942 SS tattoos.  Secretary of the Army Dan Driscoll gives us a behind-the-scenes look at the aggressive, transformational change happening at the Army. Driscoll doesn't hold back, detailing the utter waste of taxpayer money caused by decades of calcified bureaucracy, like how the Army pays double for chicken because of an absurd 1930s mandate. He explains how he and the Chief of Staff are cutting $48 billion in expected spending to prioritize the modern warfighter, focusing on next-generation technology, and why President Trump’s “peace through strength” approach and air cover have been vital to these efforts. 00:00 - Government Shutdown Drama: "Guillotine" Fear06:06 - Shutdown as Virginia Strategy09:50 - Merkley's 15-Hour Yawn-Fest & Katherine Clark's "Leeeverage" Gaffe16:10 - Maine Senate Primary: Nazi Tattoos, Antifa Soldiers, and the Establishment's Pick44:48 - King of the Hill: George Conway vs. Sarah Longwell58:33 - Secretary of the Army Dan DriscollOur Sponsors:➢Tell Republicans in Congress stop Dick Durbin's takeover of your credit card before it's too late - https://electronicpaymentscoalition.org/➢Big tax-exempt hospitals abuse the 340B markup program, tell congress to fix 340B.https://phrma.org/340Bmarkup➢Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to https://lightsonenergy.org/➢The Partnership to Fight Chronic Disease wants to act sooner on Alzheimer's, not later. Learn more at https://www.pfcdalz.org/➢Want to make a difference in your community? https://takeonesmallstep.org/ Join AFP's grass-roots efforts at https://afpvolunteer.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🎙️ The Progrum totally shreds the absurd "No Kings" rally, which proved to be little more than a cringeworthy Saturday for the country's most maladjusted boomers. There were A-list clowns in attendance, like Cory Booker and George Conway, who did not own their moments. The fellas dive deep into the funding and farce that is the No Kings protests. This wasn't some organic outpouring of democratic spirit; it was a strategically placed, expensive performance designed to achieve a very specific political end. 👑 This was all about one thing: early voting in liberal strongholds like Fairfax and Prince William counties, making a compelling argument that the Democratic leadership—including Chuck Schumer—used the chaos and the temporary halting of paychecks to overindex their base and swing the razor-close races. The urgent message is clear: Republicans must realize they're fighting a highly coordinated, financially powerful, and completely cynical campaign. 🇺🇸 DHS Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs Tricia McLaughlin hit us with some concrete numbers and context on the work of ICE and the broader department. She confirms the number of known or suspected terrorists arrested in the US is shockingly high, with 700 in the last 250 days, and that 70% of those arrested have prior criminal convictions or pending charges. McLaughlin underscores that the number one priority is removing the "worst of the worst"—not indiscriminate stops—and she details the horrifying case of a Hamas fighter who participated in the October 7th massacre and was granted legal entry under the Biden administration. Our Sponsors: ➢Beverage America believes in the promise that makes this nation great. Learn more at http://wedeliverforamerica.org/ ➢Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to https://lightsonenergy.org/ ➢The Partnership to Fight Chronic Disease wants to act sooner on Alzheimer's, not later. Learn more at https://www.pfcdalz.org/ ➢Tell Republicans in Congress stop Dick Durbin's takeover of your credit card before it's too late - https://electronicpaymentscoalition.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🎙️ There is an astounding disarray of intellectual dishonesty gripping the Democratic Party. We put AOC and Bernie Sanders’ CNN town hall under the microscope and it’s totally ridiculous. AOC’s attempts to artfully dodge a direct question on illegal immigrants is proof she's planning a major political move. 🫏 How about the most damning example of Democratic orthodoxy: the swift retribution against Senator John Fetterman. Fetterman, who votes with his party 96% of the time, dared to utter the truth on cable news: Democrats shut down the government, and the "health care" crisis they blame on Republicans was a funding cliff they designed. His honesty was immediately met with hostility. 🇺🇸 CBP Director Rodney Scott. Scott joins the Progrum and confirms that the security situation rapidly improved because of Trump's moves. Scott explains the terrifying cartel strategy, the Biden administration's strategy on the border and what’s next for Customs and Border Protection.️ 00:00 - AOC’s Political Ambitions and the Progressive Base 04:16 - AOC’s "Pardon?" Moment 15:17 - The Toothlessness of the Progressive Movement 17:48 - Bernie Sanders' CNN Town Hall Backfires 20:38 - Harry Enten's Polling Reality Check 24:50 - Fetterman Tells the Truth and Pays the Price 40:27 - JB Pritzker’s $1.4 Million Casino Winnings 47:39 - CBP Director Rodney Scott 51:12 - Global Smuggling and the Second Wave Strategy Our Sponsors: ➢Go to https://zbiotics.com/RUTHLESS and use RUTHLESS at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. ➢The Partnership to Fight Chronic Disease wants to act sooner on Alzheimer's, not later. Learn more at https://www.pfcdalz.org/ ➢Tell Republicans in Congress stop Dick Durbin's takeover of your credit card before it's too late - https://electronicpaymentscoalition.org/ ➢Help fuel America's energy advantage. Visit https://www.chevron.com/America to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🎙️ Democrats have insane priorities right now. It’s crazy to see the disconnect with Senate Democrats, living it up at a luxurious retreat in Napa Valley at the Hotel Yountville, while the country faces budget uncertainty, and our troops' paychecks are at risk. They're spending $1100 per night to sip espresso martinis, a move that Holmes calls a slap in the face to all Americans. This retreat underscores a new era of Democratic politics where any sense of shame or accountability to the American public has vanished. ⚡We review some of the best of the crazy clips out there, like Al Sharpton and Yvette Clark calling the CR an act of white supremacism. Not to be outdone, we also saw a march by House Democrats demanding a newly elected member be sworn in, a move that’s not possible because the House has already done its job and is out of session. These theater kids are running the asylum. 🇺🇸Amber Duke, senior editor at The Daily Caller, breaks down the Democratic Party's clinical insanity. We cover why today's bureaucracy is so entrenched and the federal purge that’s underway. Amber explains how the media's bias isn't just how they cover stories, but what they choose to ignore—like the government shutdown—to shield Democrats from liability. We also confront the disturbing trend of the modern left justifying political violence. ₿ Coinbase Chief Policy Officer, Fahriar Shirzad, explains why this administration has been the most crypto-friendly in history. He details the fight to bring crypto markets back to the U.S. with policies like the Genius Act and the Clarity Act. Shirzad clarifies that the true value of crypto is in allowing the secure, instantaneous, and cheaper transfer of value. He also exposes big banks’ brazen effort to stop crypto. 🥊We play King of the Hill with reigning champion Bill Kristol, taking on TDS veteran George Conway. PLUS, a gorilla at the San Diego Zoo terrorizes families with his strength. Our Sponsors: ➢Beverage America believes in the promise that makes this nation great. Learn more at http://wedeliverforamerica.org/ ➢Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to https://lightsonenergy.org/ ➢The Partnership to Fight Chronic Disease wants to act sooner on Alzheimer's, not later. Learn more at https://www.pfcdalz.org/ ➢Want to make a difference in your community? https://takeonesmallstep.org/ Join AFP's grass-roots efforts at https://afpvolunteer.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🎙️ Eric Trump joins the Progrum to discuss peace in the Middle East and what an achievement it is for Donald Trump to get Israel and Palestine to a ceasefire and peace deal. The fellas discuss the sheer irony of the media ignoring this achievement, noting the clear difference between this universally accepted peace and past conflicts that resulted in winners and losers—a win Eric suggests should have already earned his father a Nobel Peace Prize, unlike some past recipients. Eric paints a picture of the immense effort and personal cost involved, asserting that moments like this make the entire "voyage" of political attacks worthwhile. 🇮🇱 ️Two people who won’t admit that Trump is crushing it in the Middle East are Kamala Harris and Tony Blinken. Eric and the fellas criticize Harris's vague, non-committal praise and Blinken's brazen attempt to re-write history by suggesting the peace plan was a continuation of their administration’s efforts. Eric slams their narratives, citing the international disrespect shown to America under weak governance, contrasting it with the spectacular receptions his father received abroad. They then move into the core of Eric's book, “Under Siege,” detailing the relentless ten-year campaign of corruption and persecution, from the dirty dossier and raids on Mar-a-Lago to the barrage of subpoenas and legal fees aimed at bankrupting and silencing the family. https://www.amazon.com/Under-Siege-Familys-Fight-Nation/dp/1668205874 🥊 In variety, bare-knuckle fights take their idea to the ice, and it may be the greatest sport we’ve ever seen. The best of hockey and the best of fighting, on skates. PLUS, former Canadian PM, Justin Trudeau, has a high-profile girlfriend that we all agree he DOES NOT deserve. 00:00 - Eric Trump on Middle East Peace 08:14 - The Personal Cost of Peace: The Trump Family’s Sacrifice 11:55 - Blinken and Harris Attempt to Steal the Credit 19:33 - Under Siege: The Inside Story of Political Warfare 39:00 - Kamala and Joe Aren’t Speaking 56:17 - Bare Knuckle Fights on Ice May Be The Greatest Concept in Sports Our Sponsors: ➢Beverage America believes in the promise that makes this nation great. Learn more at http://wedeliverforamerica.org/ ➢Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to https://lightsonenergy.org/ ➢The Partnership to Fight Chronic Disease wants to act sooner on Alzheimer's, not later. Learn more at https://www.pfcdalz.org/ ➢Tell Republicans in Congress to stop Dick Durbin's takeover of your credit card before it's too late - https://electronicpaymentscoalition.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🎙️ Fun Time Friday with the always-hilarious Senator John Kennedy, who didn't hold back on the chaos in D.C. Kennedy broke down Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer's move to shut down the government, calling it an obvious political vanity project intended to mollify the socialist wing of the Democratic Party and its leader. The fellas agree that Schumer walked into a box canyon with no plan or path to victory, and Kennedy lays out his prediction for how the Majority Leader will try to get out of it. 📖 Plus, Sen. Kennedy on revelations that Justice was granting Jack Smith access to senator records, DC politics and Kennedy’s new book: How to Test Negative for Stupid: And Why Washington Never Will - https://www.amazon.com/How-Test-Negative-Stupid-Washington-ebook/dp/B0DSFZ73LX ✈️ Then, what is happening in air travel?! Two bonkers clips of arrests, obnoxious behavior, and all around the plague that are budget airlines. And we break down the boomer hippies of Portland and why they don’t care about the ashes of democracy that they’re leaving behind. 00:00 - Senator John Kennedy on Schumer's Shutdown 10:25 - Kennedy on Sheldon Whitehouse and Schumer's Escape Plan 16:04 - Jack Smith's Spying: The FBI Targets GOP Senators 35:36 - The Minion Marriage 45:17 - The Liberal Boomer Hippies of Portland 49:09 - The Zoo in the Sky: Discount Airlines Meltdown Our Sponsors: ➢Go to https://zbiotics.com/RUTHLESS and use RUTHLESS at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. ➢The Partnership to Fight Chronic Disease wants to act sooner on Alzheimer's, not later. Learn more at https://www.pfcdalz.org/ ➢Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to https://lightsonenergy.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🎙️ We dive straight into the deep end of the left's current insanity, starting with Congresswoman Katie Porter's truly unhinged interview where she struggles to defend her political math and—even worse—storms off rather than answer legitimate questions. The fellas point out that this is sadly indicative of a major portion of the modern Democratic Party. Just for fun, we review some of Porter’s greatest hits. 🐘 Attorney General Jason Miyares joins us for a must-listen interview. This election isn't just about Virginia; it's a litmus test for the nation's moral compass. Miyares dissects the morally vacant behavior of Jay Jones and his despicable texts. Miyares connects this shocking episode to the broader trend of condoning political violence on the left and the very real dangers of having a sociopath as the chief law enforcement officer. 🥊Reigning champ Bill Kristol takes on Adam Kinzinger in King of the Hill, plus an arrest video of two sisters who attacked a Frontier gate agent as a delightful dessert to the show. 00:00 - Next Level Crazy: The Katie Porter Meltdown 12:40 - Jeff Merkley's Lie & The Lunacy on The View 19:29 - Virginia Attorney General race and the depravity of Jay Jones 28:22 - AG Miyares on Jones's Moral Vacancy and Public Safety 47:08 - Jay Jones's Community Service Fraud 01:00:04 - King of the Hill with Bill Kristol vs Adam Kinzinger Our Sponsors: ➢Periton is ready to provide America the air traffic control system we deserve. Safer and more reliable: https://www.peraton.com/atc ➢The Partnership to Fight Chronic Disease wants to act sooner on Alzheimer's, not later. Learn more at https://www.pfcdalz.org/ ➢Tell Congress to make year-round E15 permanent. Learn more: https://growthenergy.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🎙️ The democrat party's strategy is built on crisis exploitation. Every major event is used to lock in irresponsible, temporary, and unworkable socialist policies. Then, the escalating war between federal agents and anarchist protesters in cities like Portland. From an ICE agent's brilliant tactic of pepper-spraying an inflatable costume's air vent (a move clearly inspired by internet videos of people spraying fart spray into costumed characters) to federal agents carting a limp, non-compliant protester away on a dolly, we’re seeing a long-overdue return to consequences for those determined to destroy American cities. ⚡Look at the shocking, unhinged texts from Virginia Attorney General candidate Jay Jones to know where the democrats are, right now. He joked about assassinating a political opponent and wishing violence on his children. Where are the condemnations? Once again highlighting the left's strategy is to cultivate and protect these radical elements while simultaneously distracting the public from the outrageous nature of their candidate.️ 💡 Isaiah Taylor, CEO of Valor Atomics, shows how a "just build it" approach to solving America’s looming energy crisis by designing and building Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) that fit inside three shipping containers. He details how the Trump administration’s urgency, in stark contrast to past administrations, has finally cleared decades of regulatory hurdles, allowing America to re-establish energy dominance. Our Sponsors: ➢Want to make a difference in your community? https://takeonesmallstep.org/ Join AFP's grass-roots efforts at https://afpvolunteer.com/ ➢Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to https://lightsonenergy.org/ ➢Beverage America believes in the promise that makes this nation great. Learn more at http://wedeliverforamerica.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🎙️ Democrats' complete and utter failure to message the government shutdown isn’t surprising. What is surprising is the level of political self-clowning on display. From saying the quiet part out loud to missing their talking points, this undisciplined caucus is cracking at the seams, already. ⚡The biggest mistake Democrats made was giving the keys to the car—the entire federal government—to OMB Director Russ Vought and President Trump. The fellas celebrate how Vought and Trump are now actively using the shutdown to advance their Project 2025 vision, threatening mass layoffs of federal workers and immediately freezing billions of dollars in infrastructure projects, many in the home state of Democrat leaders. This unprecedented moment highlights the complete lack of strategy from Chuck Schumer and the establishment Democrats.️ 💥Plus, what’s happening in Virginia? From the Attorney General candidate who completed 500 hours of court-ordered community service by volunteering at his own Political Action Committee to the now infamous Virginia candidate with a sex tape. The fellas review Harvard’s newest drag queen hire and the return of Hawk Tuah girl. 00:00 - Democrat Messaging Collapses 06:55 - Senator Shaheen Debunks Herself on Health Care for Undocumented Immigrants 09:30 - Sheldon White Club and the Affectation of "Leverage" 11:42 - Trump and Russ Vought Get the Keys to the Government Car 26:16 - Virginia AG Candidate’s PAC Community Service 35:05 - Virginia Candidate Susanna Gibson Arrested for Domestic Violence 49:03 - Harvard Hires Drag Queen Professor to Teach a Class on RuPaul's Drag Race 54:09 - Texas Man Forces Driver to Dig Grave for Dog Killed in Hit-and-Run 56:02 - Actress Replaced by "Hot Tuna" in Film Debut Our Sponsors: ➢Go to https://zbiotics.com/RUTHLESS and use RUTHLESS at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. ➢President Trump kept his word and protected Medicare Advantage. Visit MedicareAdvantageMajority.org to learn how you can help defend Medicare Advantage. ➢Help fuel America's energy advantage. Visit https://www.chevron.com/America to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🎙️ Leave it to democrats in Congress to totally embarrass themselves on social media because of a government shutdown. We go over the most cringe moments that elected representatives are doing to try to be relevant - spoiler: none of them are working. 🫏 AOC appears to be already planning on taking Schumer’s office, Cory Booker’s unbelievable sincerity and democrats ‘searching’ for the Republicans in Congress, the coverage of this shutdown has been totally bonkers. The fellas remind us of the proposal that democrats are rejecting and it’s the same one they’ve voted for multiple times. But, for some reason, this time democracy is at stake. 🇺🇸 ️Eric Trump has a candid sit down with the fellas and it’s really fascinating. From what he’s sees coming from the Trump 2.0 agenda to some of the first-hand stories that gripped us, check out Eric’s chat and his new book: https://www.amazon.com/Under-Siege-Familys-Fight-Nation/dp/1668205874 00:00 - The Democrat Caused Government Shutdown 04:54 - Chuck Schumer’s "I Can't Hear You" Response 06:54 - AOC's Running the Ship 18:18 - Progressive Democrats' Shutdown Demands: "Ending Fascism" and Healthcare for Illegal Immigrants 25:05 - Cory Booker's Claim that Republicans Caused the Healthcare Crisis 30:58 - Democratic Messaging Failure with Hakeem 35:28 - Democrats Try Gimmicks 48:57 - Trump's Use of Humor and Trolling (AI-Generated Clip) 51:00 - King of the Hill: Bill Kristol vs. Matt Dowd 01:03:00 - Interview with Eric Trump on Under Siege and the Political Fight Our Sponsors: ➢Want to make a difference in your community? https://takeonesmallstep.org/ Join AFP's grass-roots efforts at https://afpvolunteer.com/ ➢Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to https://lightsonenergy.org/ ➢Beverage America believes in the promise that makes this nation great. Learn more at http://wedeliverforamerica.org/ ➢Peraton is ready to provide America with a safer and more reliable air traffic control system. https://www.peraton.com/ATC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🎙️ Chuck Schumer's total inability to rein in the far-left is why we’re here. Democrats are now a collection of lunatics willing to throw the entire federal government into chaos. The fellas explain how the left is making completely unreasonable demands and why democrats are the ones creating a "grave emergency." This is what happens when you pander to your base instead of governing. 💥 The Progrum reviews some of the best audio from Chris Murphy and Eric Swalwell, who say the quiet part out loud. Democrats in Congress simply don't like Donald Trump, and they are incapable of distinguishing between political activism and the responsibility of governing. 🐘 Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith provides an unfiltered, behind-the-scenes look at the unbelievable political shift of some of her colleagues on the left. She discusses the state of politics, including her own harrowing experiences with political violence, revealing what truly motivates her to serve in Washington's chaotic environment. ⚡ A little variety with a viral clip of an anti-ICE protester and a bizarre leaking of Colonel Sanders' "secret" recipe. 00:00 - The Democratic Party's Role in the Government Shutdown 03:59 - Chris Murphy and the Frame-up on the CR 07:35 - Eric Swalwell Says Shut Down the Government Over Trump 17:41 - White House Reaction: Russ Vought Threatens Firings 35:15 - Variety: Anti-ICE Protester, Colonel Sanders' Great-Great-Great Nephew and The Fellas' Brutal Sports Weekend 51:39 - Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith Our Sponsors: ➢Go to https://zbiotics.com/RUTHLESS and use RUTHLESS at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. ➢Tell Republicans in Congress stop Dick Durbin's takeover of your credit card before it's too late - https://electronicpaymentscoalition.org/ ➢Beverage America believes in the promise that makes this nation great. Learn more at http://wedeliverforamerica.org/ ➢Tell Congress to make year-round E-15 permanent. Find out more: https://growthenergy.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🎙️ The progressive coalition is fracturing across media, culture, and politics and causing a total collapse on the left. The fellas examine things like Greta Thunberg’s flotilla and the colliding ideals of liberals all over the world. FYI, Gaza isn’t super into the gays - a lesson the flotilla is learning the hard way. ⚡️ A recap of why the fellas hate Jim Comey so much, and Duncan explains why there is no better representative of the deep state. From Russiagate to lying to Congress, Comey’s time has been coming for years. 🎯 Then we try a new game, Jackassery, where Holmes, Duncan and Ashbrook all defend each other from a prompt. VOTE NOW on who won our inaugural version. 00:00 - The Demise of the Left-Wing Coalition 03:30 - Greta Thunberg's Flotilla Fiasco: Gays for Gaza & ABBA Jams 26:32 - Hollywood's Tone-Deafness: Apple TV+ Postpones The Savant 38:04 - The Comey Indictment and the Real First Amendment Violations 01:03:33 - We Play Jackassery 01:11:35 - Fat Bear Week & Ashbrook's Orca Obsession Our Sponsors: ➢Go to https://zbiotics.com/RUTHLESS and use RUTHLESS at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. ➢Rail labor bosses oppose Trump agenda for greater innovation, efficiency, and modernization in US rail. https://caseforconsumers.org/ ➢Tell Republicans in Congress stop Dick Durbin's takeover of your credit card before it's too late - https://electronicpaymentscoalition.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🎙️ There is an obvious uptick in recent and unprovoked attacks on ICE, including yesterday's shooting in Dallas. These are not isolated incidents but a symptom of a larger problem. Just look at these leftists carving phrases into their bullets, just like Luigi Mangione (who was celebrated as a folk hero by the left). Democratic politicians who are actively demonizing ICE agents and portraying them as Nazis, the Gestapo, or slave patrols need to rein it in. Unless the Democratic Party leadership grows a backbone, this cycle of violence will only get worse. 🇺🇳 Watching Donald Trump rag on the UN, at the UN, is like watching Jordan at The Garden. This man is in his trolling prime. He walks into an adversarial crowd and delivers some hard truths, right to their faces. Epic performance, in spite of not having a teleprompter. The fellas talk about the current state of the UN and discuss if they can make changes to evolve for the future. ⚡️ Kamala Harris’ book tour is in full swing, and she wants you to know that she’s not homophobic - it’s just that things were complicated. We feast upon a number of Kamala word salads from her interview with Maddow. Plus, is she really running in 2028? Can we be so lucky? 💵 AFP’s Brent Gardner joins to update the fellas on a looming shutdown, congressional spending and the sorry state of Capitol Hill politics. Our Sponsors: ➢Want to make a difference in your community? https://takeonesmallstep.org/ Join AFP's grass-roots efforts at https://afpvolunteer.com/ ➢Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to https://lightsonenergy.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices