The Rubin Report Revealing the One Detail About Drug Boat Strikes That Dems Wish Wasn't True | John Kennedy
Dec 19, 2025
Senator John Kennedy, a vocal advocate for fiscal responsibility and national security, discusses the effectiveness of Trump’s strikes on Venezuelan drug boats, which some Democrats wish to ignore. He highlights the urgent Senate deadlines for key legislation and the implications of a GOP holdout on budget progress. Kennedy stresses the need for Republicans to lower living costs through deregulation ahead of the midterms. He also warns of potential chaos if the Democrats regain control of the House, sharing insights from his experiences in Louisiana and during Hurricane Katrina.
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Drug Boat Strikes Are Working
- Senator John Kennedy says Trump's strikes on Venezuelan drug boats are legal and highly effective.
- He argues this action constitutes a literal "war on drugs" that is stopping deaths before they happen.
Use Deadlines To Force Action
- Do act decisively when deadlines force focus; Kennedy says deadlines concentrate lawmakers.
- He emphasizes bold action has worked on immigration, crime, and foreign policy under the current administration.
Push Reconciliation To Cut Living Costs
- Do prioritize lowering the cost of living through deregulatory and fiscal measures.
- Kennedy urges Senator Thune to bring a reconciliation bill to the floor to enact housing, tax, and healthcare reforms now.