The David Pakman Show

A boycott against Walmart gains traction after a controversial ad sparks outrage in conservative circles. David Hogg makes headlines by stepping away from the DNC, highlighting a generational rift in the Democratic Party. Meanwhile, Rand Paul laments losing his invite to a White House picnic, raising questions about political alliances. The conversation also touches on the significance of upcoming protests, blending humor with the serious call for peaceful activism and community participation.

Trump's economic advisor hints at extending tariff pauses while a Florida roofer has an emotional breakdown after ICE detains his workers. Tulsi Gabbard claims protests are orchestrated, revealing contradictions in narratives. The podcast highlights military deployments against peaceful protests, raising alarms about authoritarianism. Furthermore, there's a discussion on the disconnect of young men from the Democratic Party and how they might be better engaged in the political landscape.

Senator Brian Schatz (D-HI), known for his advocacy on various progressive issues, joins the discussion on Trump’s alarming authoritarian moves. They analyze Trump's deteriorating anti-war image amid fears of conflict with Iran. Protests are anticipated nationwide, coinciding with Trump's birthday military parade, drawing parallels to authoritarian regimes. The dialogue also critiques Republican responses and highlights media manipulation that allows dangerous misinformation to thrive, emphasizing the need for civic engagement and accountability in these turbulent times.

A veteran reporter gets fired for calling out Trump, sparking a debate on media freedom. Trump confuses dates and threatens protesters ahead of his birthday parade while painting U.S. cities as war zones. Tulsi Gabbard resurfaces with alarming propaganda reminiscent of Putin's tactics, warning against elites planning for nuclear wars. Meanwhile, Elon Musk faces backlash after retracting his anti-Trump remarks under pressure. These discussions highlight alarming trends in authoritarian rhetoric, misinformation, and political allegiance in today's landscape.

-- On the Show: — Trump Administration deploys active-duty Marines to Los Angeles over Governor Newsom's objections, pushing California into a de facto martial law scenario — CNN reporter Jason Carroll detained by riot police live on air in LA, raising severe concerns about press freedom and the escalating authoritarian crackdown — California Governor Gavin Newsom sues President Trump for illegal deployment of National Guard and Marines, citing unconstitutional overreach — Trump demands Governor Newsom be arrested for "crimes" as his authoritarian meltdown continues on Truth Social and in public statements — Trump's authoritarian meltdown spills into press questions, offering rambling, nonsensical answers about the Insurrection Act, Elon Musk, and his new Tesla — Stephen Miller explodes in a Truth Social post, peddling hyper-militarized lies about "alien invasion" and "organized insurrection" in California — Trump health fears explode online after viral photos suggest "leg braces" and other concerning medical issues, amplifying speculation about his age and White House transparency — Trump threatens Elon Musk with "very serious consequences" for potentially donating to Democrats, exposing the tyrannical nature of his alliances — Conservative writer David French's column on America's instability prompts a deeper look into the US's rapid descent into a "hostile government takeover" -- On the Bonus Show: The future of Elon Musk in politics, Trump's travel ban is now in effect, Dave Portnoy loses it on air over jew jokes, much more... 👍 Save 20% on LUCY nicotine gum by using code PAKMAN at https://lucy.co 🛌 Helix Sleep mattresses: Get 27% OFF sitewide at https://helixsleep.com/pakman 💼 Odoo: Try it completely FREE for 14 days (no credit card needed) at https://odoo.com/pakman  🥐 Wildgrain: Use code PAKMAN for $30 off & free baked goods at https://wildgrain.com/pakman ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman 🥦 Lumen lets you master your metabolism. GET 15% OFF at https://lumen.me/pakman 🤢 Reliefband: Use code PAKMAN for 20% OFF + free shipping at https://reliefband.com 📈 Kalshi: Use code PAKMAN for $10 off when you trade $100 at https://kalshi.com/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com/ -- Get David's Books: https://davidpakman.com/echo -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow

-- On the Show: — Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) joins David to discuss the blatant increase in authoritarianism and the flouting of the rule of law under Donald Trump, and just as importantly, what the average person can do about it — Trump deploys National Guard troops to Los Angeles without state approval, threatens to arrest Governor Newsom and Mayor Bass, and declares protests a “rebellion” — Trump’s sick authoritarian power trip continues with threats of sending Marines into LA, pushing closer to martial law as he cheers on the chaos — The Trump police state is no longer theoretical: ICE raids, media crackdowns, and threats of force against protesters are happening now — Speaker of the House MAGA Mike Johnson refuses to rule out using active-duty Marines on U.S. streets, brushing off legal restrictions as “not heavy handed” — Trump spirals into an overnight meltdown on Truth Social, demanding arrests, praising raids, and pushing for troops in LA — Trump’s White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt explodes in a Fox News meltdown, celebrating the suspension of an ABC reporter who mildly criticized Trump and spouting shaky math about the deficit — Trump falls on the stairs of Air Force One and suddenly it’s no big deal—because the rules don’t apply to him -- On the Bonus Show: Producer Pat's trip to Colombia, Dave Portnoy lashes out at employee over Jew jokes, and much more... 📜 Trust & Will: Save 10% on your estate planning at https://trustandwill.com/pakman 🐟 Wild Alaskan Company: Get $35 OFF with code PAKMAN at https://wildalaskan.com/pakman 🩳 SHEATH Underwear: Code PAKMAN for 20% OFF at https://sheathunderwear.com/pakman 💊 Chapter: Get Medicare help for free at https://askchapter.org/pakman 🔊 Babbel language learning: Get up to 60% OFF at https://babbel.com/pakman 🖼️ Aura Frames: Use code PAKMAN for $30 OFF & free shipping at https://auraframes.com/pakman ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com/ -- Get David's Books: https://davidpakman.com/echo -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow

-- On the Bonus Show: Florida weathermen say they can’t predict hurricanes due to budget cuts, Texas considers warning labels on Doritos and M&Ms, and Chuck Todd says his tires were slashed after Trump targeted him, much more... -- Become a Member: https://www.davidpakman.com/membership -- Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/davidpakmanshow -- Buy David's book: https://davidpakman.com/book -- Book David Pakman: https://www.cameo.com/davidpakman 

-- On the Show: -- Donald Trump and Elon Musk turn on each other with ugly allegations in a complete and total collapse of this fragile and volatile alliance -- A full blown MAGA civil war is launched by the collapse of Elon Musk and Donald Trump's relationship — Democrats shock everyone with a massive win in rural South Carolina, flipping a Trump district in a local landslide — A top Trump budget witness collapses under questioning, admitting the national debt will explode under Trump’s own proposals — Trump is reportedly skipping his intelligence briefings nearly every day, raising questions about who’s actually running the government — Trump's Secretary of Education flubs basic math in public hearings and can't answer simple questions about U.S. education rankings — A Republican strategist warns Trump might not make it through his second term—cognitively or physically—and the MAGA movement could fracture if he fades — A brutal analysis of MAGA as a movement built on loneliness, resentment, and a craving for identity through hate — Trump’s new hiring plan requires federal employees to write loyalty essays pledging allegiance to his agenda -- This week's Friday Feedback -- On the Bonus Show: Trump appoints 22-year-old to lead terror prevention, former Republican Congressman Joe Walsh joins Democratic Party, more of Congress is 70+ than ever before, much more... 🖼️ Aura Frames: Use code PAKMAN for $30 OFF & free shipping at https://auraframes.com/pakman 🔬 Freedom From Religion Foundation: Text DAVID to 511511 or visit https://ffrf.us/freedom ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman 🤖 Sponsored by Venice: Use code PAKMAN for 20% off a Pro Account at https://venice.ai/pakman 🔊 Babbel language learning: Get up to 60% OFF at https://babbel.com/pakman 🥐 Wildgrain: Use code DAVID for $30 off & free baked goods at https://wildgrain.com/david -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership  -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com/ -- Get David's Books: https://davidpakman.com/echo -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow  

-- On the Show: -- Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist (D-MI), also a candidate for Michigan Governor, joins David to discuss Medicaid cuts, due process, and much more… https://garlingilchrist.com/ — Even MAGA is turning on Trump after learning he’s building a centralized surveillance database of American citizens with Peter Thiel and Palantir — Trump announces a new travel ban after the Boulder attack—then bans 19 countries except the one the attacker came from — Trump’s Education Secretary faceplants in a brutal hearing, unable to answer basic questions about DEI, history, and Holocaust denial — Trump brags about coordinating with Putin on Iran while parroting Russian propaganda and taking foreign policy cues from the Kremlin — Trump reemerges with a mess of confused lies about gas prices, planes, and imaginary timelines — Speaker Mike Johnson confirms Trump is furious with Elon Musk, as the right-wing billionaire civil war explodes into the open -- On the Bonus Show: Momentum stalls in the Senate for Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill,” Karine Jean-Pierre announces she’s leaving the Democratic Party, and Karoline Leavitt quietly ditches her cross necklace after a Jon Stewart segment, much more... 🖼️ Aura Frames: Use code PAKMAN for $30 OFF & free shipping at https://auraframes.com/pakman 🔬 Freedom From Religion Foundation: Text DAVID to 511511 or visit https://ffrf.us/freedom ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman 😬 Remi mouth guards: Get up to 50% OFF with code PAKMAN at https://shopremi.com/pakman 💪 AG1 is offering you a FREE $76 GIFT when you sign up at https://drinkag1.com/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/davidpakmanshow -- Get David's Books: https://davidpakman.com/echo -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow

Governor Phil Murphy, the Democratic leader of New Jersey, shares insights on his state's economy influenced by Trump’s tariffs and the broader future of the Democratic Party. He delves into how right-wing narratives distort public perception, like claiming Medicaid cuts can strengthen the program. The discussion touches on the alarming job market trends and how they factor into Trump’s political strategies. Murphy also comments on the evolving political landscape in traditionally Democratic areas and the pressing need for unity and grassroots efforts.