

Episode 4383: Liberation Day Begins 4pm; Illegals Getting Tax Breaks
Apr 2, 2025
Mike Benz, a commentator on global populism, joins Eric Tietzel from the Center for Renewing America to dissect the challenges facing populist movements. They dive into Marine Le Pen's legal issues, comparing them to tactics used against Trump. The duo warns of looming economic crises and discusses tax responsibilities for migrants, touching on allegations of tax fraud tied to big business influence. Their insights reveal deep concerns about the integrity of democracy and the working class's representation in economic dialogues.
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Le Pen's Prison Sentence and Ban
- Marine Le Pen was sentenced to prison and banned from running in the 2027 French election.
- This is similar to the legal actions against Trump and other populist leaders worldwide.
NATO's Judicial Control
- NATO initiated rule of law and anti-corruption programs in the 1990s to control judiciaries in post-Soviet countries.
- This control extended to countries like Ukraine, with Biden's involvement in ousting Victor Shokin.
Roberts and Eisen Connection
- Norm Eisen bragged about Chief Justice John Roberts staying at his Czech Republic mansion.
- They worked on American and EU rule of law issues, raising concerns about SCOTUS decisions.