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The Charlie Kirk Show
The Crusade to Cut Spending + My Super Bowl Reaction
Feb 10, 2025
Sen. Rick Scott, a champion of fiscal conservatism from Florida, joins Sen. Mike Lee of Utah, known for his key Senate involvement. They dive into the urgent need to cut government spending and reclaim control over the budget, criticizing current fiscal practices. Lee also discusses the impact of Kash Patel's confirmation on the deep state and reveals insights about the 5,000 FBI agents focused on January 6th. Plus, personal takes on the Super Bowl reveal mixed feelings about presentations and advertisements.
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- Charlie Kirk emphasizes the urgent need to cut federal spending and reassert executive control over the budget to reclaim fiscal responsibility.
- The Super Bowl exemplifies America's cultural evolution, where the contrasting receptions to figures like Trump and Swift highlight societal divisions and ongoing cultural debates.
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Senate Confirmations and Democratic Obstruction
The confirmation process for President Trump's cabinet members faces significant delays due to effective obstruction from Senate Democrats. Currently, only 13 nominees have been confirmed, compared to 26 during Obama's initial weeks, highlighting a stark slow-down. Democrats are utilizing all procedural votes and floor debate time, forcing Republicans to work tirelessly to push through confirmations. There is urgency in addressing unfilled positions, including those for commerce and various deputy roles, as these delays hinder the functioning of government.
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