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May 22, 2025 • 46min
Trump Ambushes South African President In Oval Office Meeting
Inside the ambush in the Oval Office where President Trump lowered the lights and had a remarkable confrontation that left his fellow world leader stunned. Plus, a cliffhanger is playing out on Capitol Hill where House Republicans say they are pushing ahead with a vote on the President’s spending bill. But, do they have enough Republican votes? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 21, 2025 • 45min
Trump Fails To Move GOP Holdouts On Bill
Behind closed doors President Trump gets blocked, telling Republicans to get over themselves and get onboard what he calls his big beautiful bill. The House GOP holdouts say as of now they are still voting no. Plus, stunning new details about President Trump’s plans to celebrate both the army’s birthday and his own. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 20, 2025 • 45min
Trump Threatens To “Step Away” From Ukraine Peace Talks
Inside President Trump’s two hour phone call with Vladimir Putin where no ceasefire was agreed to as the war continues to rage on. Despite that, the Kremlin says neither leader wanted to get off the phone. Also, new fallout over the revelation that former President Biden has aggressive stage four cancer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 17, 2025 • 45min
Comey Interviewed By Secret Service Over Instagram Post
Tom Dupree, a former deputy assistant attorney general, and Tim Burchett, a Republican Congressman from Tennessee, delve into the recent Secret Service questioning of James Comey over a provocative Instagram post that raised alarms regarding threats against the president. They discuss the implications of Comey's comments in today’s politically charged climate and critique resource allocation amid rising political tensions. The conversation also touches on Trump's reaction to a Supreme Court ruling affecting his immigration policies, highlighting the challenges in this contentious area.

May 16, 2025 • 45min
Trump Sheds MAGA Isolationism During Middle East Trip
Kaitlan is live from the final stop on Trump’s opulent middle east journey with more pomp, more pageantry, more princes, and even a striking declaration about Vladimir Putin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 15, 2025 • 46min
Qatar Welcomes Trump Red Cybertrucks, Mounted Camels
Red carpets, Tesla Cybertrucks, and mounted camels. As Trump’s tour of the Middle East continues, he scores a big deal between the United States and Qatar and doubles down on his plan to accept a $400 million gift from its host. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 14, 2025 • 45min
Inside Trump’s Extravagant Day In Saudi Arabia
President Trump gets the royal treatment is Riyadh, Saudi Arabia as he lavishes praise on the controversial crown prince and makes a major foreign policy announcement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 13, 2025 • 45min
Trump Seeking $1T In Deals For U.S. During Middle East Trip
A look at what to expect from Trump’s first major foreign trip since returning to office. This as Trump defends plans to accept a jumbo jet with an estimated value of $400 million which will then be converted to Air Force One for President Trump’s personal use. It would be one of the biggest foreign gifts ever received by the United States government. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 10, 2025 • 46min
Trump Involved In Talks To Potentially Suspend Habeas Corpus
Ross Baraka, the Mayor of Newark, New Jersey, shares his experience of being arrested during a protest against an immigration detention facility. He discusses the rising tensions between protesters and law enforcement, reflecting on the broader implications for democracy. Lou Provost, brother of Pope Leo XIV, adds a unique perspective with personal anecdotes about his brother's election. The conversation dives into President Trump’s controversial discussions on suspending habeas corpus, highlighting the potential legal ramifications on immigration policies.

May 9, 2025 • 45min
Pope Leo XIV Makes History As First American Pontiff
For the first time ever the pope is American. We look at what the first words were from Pope Leo XIV from the Vatican balcony and how the White House is responding. Plus, the transportation secretary has a plan to fix America’s air traffic control disaster. But, how quickly can it happen and how much is going to cost? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


