U.S. Senator Tom Tillis announces he will not run for re-election, leaving an open primary in North Carolina. His decision follows a public condemnation from President Donald Trump over his vote against the 'big beautiful bill.' Tillis cited concerns about Medicaid funding and the bill's impact on the state's Medicaid program, which has expanded to include over 600,000 individuals. The senator's statement highlighted his commitment to bipartisanship and pragmatic approach to legislating, which has been a point of contention within the Republican Party. [... more]

The podcast discusses the latest cabinet picks, including Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense, and the establishment of the Department of Government Efficiency. The hosts also touch on the reaction of the left to these picks, as well as the controversy surrounding the use of social media and censorship. Additionally, they discuss the upcoming transition of power and the potential for bipartisan cooperation. [... more]

A discussion on the importance of classical liberal arts education, the debt ceiling, and national security, as well as the growing threat of China's influence in the US through TikTok and Zoom. The conversation also touches on the issue of wokery and its impact on society, as well as the need to address gun violence and school shootings. [... more]