

7/31/25 - How Census Mistakes Could Shift Congressional Power
Aug 1, 2025
Lee Zeldin, former New York Congressman and current EPA Administrator, dives into the controversies surrounding the 2020 Census, revealing how miscounts may have favored Democrats, impacting congressional representation. He discusses the Texas GOP's bold response to redraw districts, potentially gaining seats for the 2026 elections. The conversation also touches on geopolitical tensions regarding Israel and the dangers of unchecked extremism. Finally, Zeldin reflects on capital punishment practices, underscoring the need for effective criminal justice policies.
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Census Errors Shifted Political Power
- The 2020 Census errors overcounted populations in blue states and undercounted in red states, affecting congressional seat allocation.
- This mistake cost Republicans about five seats and affected House control and the Electoral College margin.
Texas GOP's Redistricting Strategy
- Texas Republicans are redrawing congressional maps in a special session to potentially gain five more GOP seats.
- The move counters past gerrymandering by Democrats and is necessary since Democrats do not play fair.
Trump's Role in Protecting Israel
- Mark Levin credits Donald Trump with protecting Israel from destruction by terrorists and hostile global actors.
- Without Trump, Israel might have been torn apart by forces including Marxists, the UN, and anti-Semitic elements.