Why, America? with Leeja Miller

Today we choose pettiness. In honor of Trump and the White House removing the US Constitution from its official website, I am going to read it out loud in its entirety, with additional commentary to add context. Put this on like an audiobook and let the sweet dulcet tones of the founding fathers fill the air. Share it widely. Get 40% off your first Hungryroot box PLUS get a free item of your choice in every box for life with code  LEEJA at https://bit.ly/3BJNYGO   🔗Sources: https://www.leejamiller.com/episodes 👑 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/leejamiller 👕 Get your Reagan Ruined Everything t-shirt right here: https://leejamillermerch.com/ 📃Sign up for Why, America? The Newsletter for news insights every Friday: https://leejamiller.kit.com/newsletter  

The podcast dives into the swift legal responses to Trump's controversial executive actions. It highlights lawsuits challenging federal employee rights and the implications for birthright citizenship. The discussion emphasizes the judiciary's skepticism and the historical context of civil rights in current immigration debates. Legal battles are painted as vital struggles for American rights. Tune in for insights on how these court cases could shape the future and the importance of civic engagement in political discourse.

The chaotic start of Trump's administration is dissected, revealing a whirlwind of executive actions impacting immigration and environmental policies. Bold shifts include withdrawing from the Paris Agreement and prioritizing jobs over environmental protections. The implications of pardons related to January 6th and rising social media censorship are explored, along with critiques of recent federal initiatives. Emphasis on community engagement highlights the importance of public involvement in shaping policy and understanding historical context.

Delve into the implications of Jack Smith's report on January 6th, revealing the need for political accountability. Explore Trump's alleged attempts to undermine the 2020 election results, backed by critical evidence. Discover insights into the actions of key individuals during the insurrection and the systemic challenges in pursuing justice. Emphasizing the importance of transparency, the discussion encourages political engagement and community well-being. Finally, learn about upcoming events fostering activism and historical discourse.

Right wing commentators and leaders like President Trump and Elon Musk are using the devastation in LA to fan the flames of disinformation about climate change and "DEI." Meanwhile, people who just had their fire insurance cancelled are grappling with how to rebuild, and marginalized communities will continue to face the brunt of these natural disasters for years to come.  Thank you Wildgrain for sponsoring. Visit http://wildgrain.com/leeja30 and use code LEEJA30 at checkout to receive $30 off your first box PLUS free Croissants for life! Sources: https://www.leejamiller.com/episodes/2025/1/13/la-fires-amp-disinformation-during-disasters 🔮Join the Inauguration Eve Seance: https://leejamiller.kit.com/seance  👑 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/leejamiller 👕 Get your Reagan Ruined Everything t-shirt right here: https://leejamillermerch.com/ 📃Sign up for Why, America? The Newsletter for news insights every Friday: https://leejamiller.kit.com/newsletter

Mark Zuckerberg announced that Meta and all of its platforms, Facebook, Instagram, and Threads, would no longer be fact checking or moderating its content, instead opting for a community notes system like X/Twitter. This change comes as Zuckerberg makes clear his willingness to do whatever it takes to get on Trump's good side, and signals a continued rightward turn as billionaires everywhere bend the knee.   Stop leaving yourself vulnerable to data breaches. Go to my sponsor https://aura.com/leeja to get a 14-day free trial and see if any of your data has been exposed. 🖇️Sources: https://leejamiller.com/episodes/2025/1/8/fact-checking-is-bad-for-business  🔮Join the Inauguration Eve Seance: https://leejamiller.kit.com/seance  🎙️Listen to the podcast version of every episode here: https://leejamiller.podbean.com/ 👑 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/leejamiller 👕 Get your Reagan Ruined Everything t-shirt right here: https://leejamillermerch.com/ 📃Sign up for Why, America? The Newsletter for news insights every Friday: https://leejamiller.kit.com/newsletter 

Who would have guessed that the H1B immigrant visa would be the thing splitting MAGA apart at the seams? From unhinged tweets by Elon Musk and Laura Loomer, to alleged censorship and arguments over lazy Americans, to discovering that we might actually have more in common than we think??? The infighting indicates a rocky road to come as Trump enters the White House.   🖇️Sources: https://leejamiller.com/episodes/2025/1/6/maga-is-splintering  👑 Patreon [INCLUDING Why, America? Co-Learning Lab]: https://www.patreon.com/leejamiller 👕 Get your Reagan Ruined Everything t-shirt right here: https://leejamillermerch.com/ 📃Sign up for Why, America? The Newsletter! https://leejamiller.kit.com/newsletter 

Buy, borrow, die. Donor-advised funds. Tax loopholes have been created specifically so that billionaires can legally avoid paying their fair share of taxes. Since so many billionaires will soon be running our government, let's discuss how billionaires avoid taxes. 🖇️Sources: https://www.leejamiller.com/episodes/2024/12/30/how-billionaires-avoid-taxes 🗞️ Go to https://ground.news/Leeja to stay fully informed on US Politics and more. Subscribe through my link for 50% off for unlimited access on the Vantage plan. 👑 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/leejamiller 👕 Get your Reagan Ruined Everything t-shirt right here: https://leejamillermerch.com/ 📃Sign up for Why, America? The Newsletter! https://leejamiller.kit.com/newsletter 

Elon Musk's tweets are now powerful enough to influence federal legislation, raising alarms about the growing plutocracy in America. The conversation delves into his close ties with political figures and the possible repercussions for democracy. Personal health insights from the Lumen device highlight the intersection of individual wellness and bipartisan support in politics. A critical examination of the controversial omnibus spending bill underscores the urgent need for campaign finance reform to combat the overwhelming influence of wealth in shaping government decisions.

The indictment of Luigi Mangione raises intriguing questions about labeling murder as terrorism. The conversation delves into the complexities of defining terrorism and the inconsistencies in current laws. It examines how such labels can be politicized, potentially threatening activists' rights. Legal implications of defining threats under the First Amendment are also explored, highlighting the fine line between free speech and perceived danger. Historical and contemporary examples enrich this examination of motivations behind violent actions.