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Donald Trump gives a hero’s welcome to Mohammed bin Salman — despite U.S. intelligence concluding the Saudi crown prince likely approved the murder of a U.S. journalist. • Trump doubles down: he publicly calls for the execution of Democrats who reminded military and intelligence personnel of their oath to refuse illegal orders. • The U.S. Coast Guard initially downgrades swastikas & nooses from “hate symbols” to “potentially divisive,” then reverses course after massive backlash. • A shaky jobs report and deep economic concerns fuel rising public discontent — while new polls show Democrats in a strong position heading into the 2026 midterms. In this video we break down:What Trump’s embrace of MBS reveals about foreign policy and U.S. intelligence.The alarming implications of a president calling for execution of elected officials.Why the Coast Guard saga matters for military culture & symbolism.How economic weakness + voter sentiment are giving Democrats new momentum.What all this means for 2026: Senate, House, and the shape of U.S. democracy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on democracyish LIVE, we dive into the whirlwind of U.S. political drama — from Donald’s latest entanglements to tensions with Venezuela and renewed outrage over the Epstein files. We’ll unpack how these stories intersect, expose divisions within the GOP, and explore why universities are bending under political pressure on race and gender studies. This isn’t conspiracy — it’s commentary on how power, narrative, and fear collide in 2025 America. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While millions of Americans go hungry, the Trump regime is fighting a federal court order to fund SNAP benefits for 42 million people — all while cutting deals with Big Pharma to make Ozempic cheaper for profit, not for patients. Meanwhile, Elon Musk just won approval for a trillion-dollar payday. Mary and the team break down how corporate greed and political cruelty have created a nation where billionaires feast and families starve — and why this fight defines the future of our democracy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Donald vowed to bring peace abroad and prosperity at home. Instead, America’s struggling under war, inflation, and collapsing global credibility. The Russia–Ukraine war drags on, inflation remains stuck at 3%, and millions are about to lose SNAP benefits on November 1st.Join democracyish hosts Danielle and Waj as they unpack how the Trump regime’s empty promises have left everyday Americans behind — and why “Everything Trump Touches, He Ruins” isn’t just a slogan, it’s our reality. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steve Bannon says the quiet part out loud: Donald plans to run again in 2028 — and this time, he may never leave. Meanwhile, the White House spirals as officials admit Trump’s true mission is “demolition,” not governance. As inflation bites and Amazon announces plans to replace 600,000 workers with robots, Democrats fight back with new initiatives like Proposition 50 and Virginia’s redistricting push. Welcome to democracyish LIVE — where chaos meets accountability. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Donald Trump admits he’s “not getting into heaven” — and somehow that’s not even the wildest part of today’s show. Waj and Danielle unpack Donald’s bizarre confession and the political fallout that followed. Then: J.D. Vance squirmed his way through an interview after being grilled about a $50,000 bribe linked to ICE’s Tom Homan. Meanwhile, reports say Ghislaine Maxwell is living the cushy life behind bars — and Kamala Harris faces hecklers head-on with grace and grit. Plus, a shocking claim about mass firings at the Department of Education that could reshape special ed nationwide. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today’s democracyish Live, we’re unpacking a wave of breaking stories: the Trump-led DOJ’s stunning indictment of New York Attorney General Letitia James, new fractures in GOP unity over the shutdown and troop deployments, Israel’s so-called “ceasefire” that still includes airstrikes, Donald’s failed Nobel Peace Prize bid, and CBS’s explosive Epstein investigation exposing shocking mishandling and potential cover-ups. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A judge’s home goes up in flames just weeks after she ruled against Donald — and investigators aren’t ruling out foul play. Meanwhile, another Trump-appointed judge blocks his attempt to deploy out-of-state troops into Oregon, warning the regime is edging toward martial law. And as Donald brags he “knew 9/11 was happening,” questions about his mental state — and the country’s — keep growing. Mary breaks down the fire, the fury, and the frightening erosion of law itself. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Donald tries to militarize Portland, Oregon sues, and a chilling new memo brands dissent as “terrorism.” Meanwhile, hate-fueled shootings rise nationwide. democracyish LIVE unpacks the battle over our cities, our rights, and our future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Donald’s reckless new tariffs are about to make everyday life more expensive for American families. At the same time, ICE agents are being accused of brazen brutality in broad daylight—raising urgent questions about unchecked power and human rights abuses.And in a stunning twist, former FBI Director James Comey has reportedly been indicted after Donald forced out a U.S. Attorney and threatened Florida AG Pam Bondi. Meanwhile, Apple has pulled a series on domestic terrorism—just as the Trump regime ramps up its violent rhetoric.In this episode of democracyish LIVE, we break down the chaos, what it means for everyday Americans, and the dangerous future it signals for democracy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.