In this episode, Michael discusses the bureaucratic mess at TSA checkpoints, where ICE agents are handing out water to travelers. He questions the logic behind this deployment, calling it "bureaucratic kabuki theater." He also touches on the recent DHS funding standoff, where Democrats are demanding structural reforms as the price of reopening the government. The conversation delves into the consequences of Congress's inability to address problems, using the example of a 2009 amendment to deny federal funding for erectile dysfunction medication for convicted sex offenders. Michael critiques the government's handling of various issues, from TSA wait times to immigration policies.

5-23-26 The Weekend Hour 1: The Kill Switch In Cars Is Real After All. Sorry I Doubted It.
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5-23-26 The Weekend Hour 2: New York City government run grocery stores are out of control
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5-23-26 The Weekend Hour 3: John Thune Blocks Trump's Recess Appointments
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