The Daily Beans

Noem Alone

Dec 12, 2025
Guest
John Fugelsang
John Fugelsang, a comedian and political commentator known for his sharp wit, joins the discussion to dive into the fallout from recent political events. He critiques the DOJ's repeated failures to indict Letitia James and reflects on Trump's gerrymandering loss in Indiana. The conversation takes a thoughtful turn as Fugelsang connects Christian teachings to immigration issues, advocating for more compassionate policies. The episode wraps up with a lively debate on the potential implications of Saudi investments in major media.
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INSIGHT

Release Shows Administrative Overreach

  • A federal judge ordered Kilmar Abrego Garcia released because the government lacked a valid final removal order.
  • Allison Gill highlights this as a stinging defeat showing administrative overreach and legal failure.
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Repeated Grand Jury Rejections Matter

  • Three separate grand juries declined to indict Letitia James, undercutting DOJ's retribution efforts.
  • John Fugelsang notes repeated failures reveal incompetence and possible vindictive prosecution risks.
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Double Tap Strike Raises Legal Questions

  • New details show Admiral Frank Bradley authorized a follow-up strike that killed two survivors after debate over whether they were shipwrecked.
  • Dana Goldberg and Allison frame the decision as legally and morally fraught under the law of armed conflict.
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