This Week in News

In this episode, we cover former Republican Senator Ben Sasse’s announcement that he’s been diagnosed with stage four cancer and the blunt way he described what that means for his future. In this episode, we reflect on how moments like this cut through political tribalism, forcing a pause to focus on shared humanity, humility, and the limits of power.Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we break down a federal judge’s ruling that invalidated California public school policies requiring staff to withhold a student’s gender identity from parents without clear consent. In this episode, we explore the parental-rights and transparency arguments behind the decision, plus the concerns critics raise about student safety and how this could ripple to other states.Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we break down the Justice Department’s lawsuit against Washington, D.C., arguing the city’s gun regulations are so restrictive they effectively deny residents the ability to own common firearms for self-defense. In this episode, we explain what’s at stake for Second Amendment rights nationwide, why supporters frame it as constitutional enforcement rather than federal overreach, and how the outcome could shape future battles over local gun control. Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we break down the Trump administration’s newly announced “Golden Fleet” naval deployment and why it’s being framed as strategic deterrence amid rising tensions with Venezuela. In this episode, we explain the security, economic, and political messaging behind putting a high-visibility U.S. warship presence in the Caribbean and what it signals to allies and rivals.Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we break down the controversy around a seasonal “naughty list” that highlights undocumented immigrants accused or charged with serious crimes after crossing or evading the border. In this episode, we explore the argument that the list is about accountability, deterrence, and public safety—while also addressing concerns about politicization, sanctuary policies, and enforcement failures. Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we break down a suspected natural-gas explosion at a Pennsylvania nursing home that left two people dead and several others injured. In this episode, we reflect on what this tragedy reveals about aging infrastructure, facility accountability, and the urgent need for rigorous safety oversight in long-term care. Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we break down Hunter Biden’s public criticism of President Joe Biden’s 2021 Afghanistan withdrawal, calling it an “obvious” failure and why that’s politically explosive coming from inside the First Family. In this episode, we connect his remarks to the broader conservative case for accountability in foreign policy decisions, and what this moment could signal about public trust, leadership, and America’s strategic credibility. Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we break down the feel-good story of a lawyer who took on his homeowners association over restrictive rules, won in court, and walked away with a major legal windfall. In this episode, we connect that victory to the bigger issue of unchecked HOA power—and why his choice to spend part of the winnings on Christmas generosity struck such a nerve for people fed up with overreach. Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

 In this episode, we break down the Trump administration’s decision to triple “self-deportation” payments for people in the U.S. illegally and why critics are calling it a “Christmas gift.” In this episode, we weigh the practical case—lower detention and court costs, faster removals, clearer enforcement outcomes—against the fairness and optics arguments fueling the backlash.Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we break down the Trump administration’s push to acquire or lease Greenland and why it’s sparked a diplomatic clash with Denmark. In this episode, we explore how Arctic sea lanes, Russia’s regional buildup, and China’s ambitions are reshaping the strategic stakes—and where Greenland’s own political future fits into the fight. Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.