Ruthless Podcast

Joe Gruters, RNC chair and fundraising strategist, discusses record fundraising and legal fights over election integrity. He outlines midterm plans, targeted races, grassroots operations, and a potential high‑profile midterm convention. The conversation focuses on strategy, litigation, and mobilizing volunteers.

Byron Donalds, U.S. Congressman from Florida and rising GOP figure, joins to discuss the SAVE Act and voter ID politics. They cover the bill’s House passage, Senate maneuvering, polling, legal and implementation hurdles. Conversation also touches on Florida governance, immigration enforcement, and Byron’s gubernatorial prospects, with quick cultural asides and campaign anecdotes.

Richard Hudson, U.S. Representative from North Carolina and two-time NRCC chair, offers a quick political bio and battle-tested perspective. He discusses 2026 midterm strategy, fundraising highs, redistricting fights, key pickup races, and the challenge of turning out Trump voters. Short, sharp takes on where the House map could shift.

Stacy Garrity, Pennsylvania treasurer and veteran who runs a disciplined state office. Guy Benson, conservative commentator known for sharp takes on immigration and enforcement. Ron Jaworski, former NFL QB turned analyst who champions work ethic and leadership. They discuss America 250 kickoff, civic action and history, leadership and team culture, fiscal stewardship, immigration and taxpayer fraud, and quickfire games and commentary.

Scott Bessent, Treasury Secretary focused on economic policy and the rollout of Trump Accounts, and Ted Cruz, Texas senator and conservative legal architect, join for a wide-ranging chat. They discuss Trump Accounts’ seed contributions and financial-literacy goals. Conversation also covers growth vs inflation, private-sector hiring, fraud risks in programs, and the origin story behind the Trump Accounts.

Jeanine Pirro, former judge and prosecutor now U.S. Attorney for D.C., talks crime and prosecution priorities. She discusses how prosecutorial choices change public safety. Conversation covers federal and national-security-related cases and how enforcement plays out in high-profile investigations.

Joining the discussion is Scott Turner, the former United States Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, who shares insights from his tenure. He reveals how HUD discovered $1.9 billion in misplaced funds and the steps undertaken to recover these losses. The conversation spans critical housing policies, disaster recovery, and the urgent need for seven million housing units. Turner also reflects on his time in the NFL, offering a unique perspective on the evolution of the league and its impact on players today.

Tom Homan, a former ICE official and border enforcement expert, dives into how immigration enforcement has turned political, arguing that public safety is often sacrificed for rhetoric. He discusses the dangers of sanctuary cities and national security risks. Meanwhile, Brooke Rollins, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, highlights her efforts on trade, food policy, and reducing SNAP fraud. She emphasizes a return to whole milk in schools and restoring real food on plates, steering away from outdated dietary guidelines. Together, they unpack the realities behind political promises.

The hosts dive into the left's increasing animosity towards religion, spotlighting a disruptive protest at a church service. They critique Don Lemon's media antics surrounding the chaos, suggesting a dangerous trend of organized protests aiming for publicity. The conversation shifts to the political implications of Kamala Harris's vetting process, revealing intense scrutiny over Israel and religion. In politics, they dissect Virginia's ambitious redistricting strategy, contrasting it with Republican hesitance. The episode wraps up with quirky discussions on skiing and Bears fans.

Bruce Pearl, a veteran college basketball coach with over 700 career wins, dives into leadership and the NIL landscape in sports. He emphasizes the importance of accountability in both athletics and politics, sharing his experiences with campus anti-Semitism and the cost of speaking out. The discussion uncovers the financial implications of NIL deals and how they unevenly affect various sports. Pearl also touches on the complexity of political candidacy and the courage needed to address tough issues in the public arena.