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The Matt Walsh Show
Ep. 1534 - Trump Goes To War Against Fake Science
Feb 11, 2025
The discussion kicks off with a critical look at how taxpayer money has been misused for political propaganda disguised as scientific research. There's a surprising debate over funding Sesame Street in Iraq, framed as a national security measure. A bold critique exposes the influence of unelected judges on government spending, particularly in military recruitment messaging. The conversation also dives into the contentious issues surrounding child gender transition, raising questions about parental authority and the capacity of children to make such decisions.
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- The Trump administration is tackling the misuse of taxpayer funds toward political propaganda masquerading as legitimate scientific research.
- A controversial funding decision incited debate over using taxpayer money for a Sesame Street series in Iraq under the guise of national security.
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Wasteful Funding of Political Propaganda
Millions of taxpayer dollars have been spent on political propaganda disguised as scientific research. This misuse of funds is categorized as fraud, and efforts are now being made by the Trump administration to address and eliminate these practices. The National Science Foundation and other federal agencies have been implicated in channels where focus has shifted from genuine scientific inquiry towards promoting political agendas, particularly in issues related to diversity and inclusion initiatives. Investigations reveal that a significant percentage of grants awarded by these agencies have been centered on social justice themes rather than advancing scientific progress.
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