SCOTUS Blocks Trump in Chicago plus Blue Wall Cracks, PA Turns a little Redder

Legal and Constitutional Battles involving President Donald Trump A recent Supreme Court decision denying the Trump administration's request to federalize Illinois National Guard troops to assist ICE agents in Chicago. The ruling emphasized that the administration failed to identify statutory autho…

It's a Wel-fraud Wonderland, Industrial-Scale Theft in Minnesota & GDP Boom vs. Media Gloom Week In Review

1. Welfare System Fraud and Structural Issues Based on an op-ed by Phil Gramm and John Early in The Wall Street Journal titled “The Biggest Fraud in Welfare”. Key points: U.S. welfare spending has skyrocketed 765% since the mid-1970s, now totaling $1.4 trillion annually. If distributed evenly amon…

ICE Says ‘Adiós!’ $3K Exit Bonus Beats Courtroom Chaos

Policy Overview Undocumented immigrants can receive a $3,000 “exit bonus” if they leave the U.S. voluntarily by December 31. The program includes free travel arrangements and potential waivers of civil fines. Registration is required via a Department of Homeland Security app. Rationale It is chea…

Merry Christmas: The 30 Best Movies of the 21st Century

Hollywood and Media Bias: Cruz argues that the NYT list prioritizes political messaging over storytelling and entertainment. He claims the list reflects elitist, left-leaning Hollywood values and ignores popular, inspirational, or patriotic films. Alternative Film List: Cruz presents his own list…

Operation Northern Lights Saving Children at Christmas plus Santa Too White, Too Male

1. Cultural Debate on Santa Claus UK museum’s guidance to “decolonize” Father Christmas. Santa is criticized for being “too white” and “too male.” Suggests changes like: Santa working alongside elves to show equality. Mrs. (Mother) Christmas taking a more prominent role. Removing the “naughty or n…

Monkeys Playing 'Price Is Right', Ferrets on a Bender & Beagles on Meth

Massive Interest Payments on National Debt $1.2 trillion spent on interest payments in 2025 alone, making it the third-largest government expense after Social Security and Medicare. Highlights the unsustainable nature of U.S. borrowing and debt ($38.4 trillion total). Animal Experimentation $13.8…

Christ is Born, America is Working: Christmas Hope, Jobs Booming & Welfare Fraud Exposed

1. Christmas and Its Religious Significance The discussion begins with warm holiday greetings and reflections on the meaning of Christmas. Emphasis is placed on celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ, highlighting its spiritual importance over commercial aspects like gifts and Santa Claus. Ben and t…

A Battleship Bombshell-Trump’s Navy Goes YUGE!

Golden Fleet Announcement Trump unveils plans for the construction of two massive battleships, described as: The largest ever built. “100 times more powerful” than previous Iowa-class ships. Part of a new Golden Fleet to revitalize U.S. naval power. Long-term vision: expand to 20–25 ships, boostin…

Epstein Files Drop-Media Bias Sets in Despite Clinton Photographic Proof of Association

Epstein File Release The files include photos of former President Bill Clinton in compromising contexts: On Epstein’s private plane with unidentified individuals. In a pool with Ghislaine Maxwell and other women (faces redacted). In a hot tub with a redacted woman. The commentary argues that if th…

The Birthday Show

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