On this episode of The Truth with Lisa Boothe, Lisa sits down with Joel Pollak, senior editor-at-large of The California Post, to discuss the biggest political and cultural battles shaping California and the nation.

Joel breaks down the state of California politics, Governor Gavin Newsom’s national ambitions, the ongoing debates over crime, homelessness, immigration, and affordability, and whether voters are beginning to push back against progressive policies. He also shares insights into the 2026 election landscape, the future of the Republican Party in California, and what the Golden State’s political direction means for the rest of America.

On this episode of The Truth with Lisa Boothe, Lisa sits down with Joel Pollak, senior editor-at-large of The California Post, to discuss the biggest political and cultural battles shaping California and the nation.
Joel breaks down the state of California politics, Governor Gavin Newsom&rsquo;s national ambitions, the ongoing debates over crime, homelessness, immigration, and affordability, and whether voters are beginning to push back against progressive policies. He also shares insights into the 2026 election landscape, the future of the Republican Party in California, and what the Golden State&rsquo;s political direction means for the rest of America.

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The mainstream media is broken. Groupthink, fake news, and distrust are just a few words to describe it. Too many journalists now bow to the pressure of political correctness instead of standing tall for the truth. That is why Americans don’t know who to trust. The Truth with Lisa Boothe will cut through the noise and get straight to the heart of what actually matters. As a former pollster and political adviser, and now a television news commentator, Lisa has a deep understanding of the political and legislative impact of the hottest issues. That is why she has earned the trust of viewers and a reputation of being a fearless truth teller. The Truth with Lisa Boothe will not be beholden to anyone. It will stand against the herd mentality that is poisoning today’s media. Because simply stated: Lisa thinks for herself.

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On this episode of The Truth with Lisa Boothe, Lisa sits down with Joel Pollak, senior editor-at-large of The California Post, to discuss the biggest political and cultural battles shaping California and the nation.

The Truth with Lisa Boothe: Joel Pollak on California’s Political Shift, Newsom, Crime & the 2026 Elections

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Welcome to The Truth with Lisa Boothe

School Choice Controversy with Nicole

The Impact of Teacher Unions on Education

Federal School Choice Tax Credit Explained

Glenn Youngkin's Political Push for School

Closing Remarks and Acknowledgments

Lisa Boothe is joined by Tommy Schultz, CEO of the American Federation for Children, for a wide-ranging conversation about school choice, declining academic performance, teachers unions, and the future of K-12 education in America.

They begin with the debate surrounding Nikole Hannah-Jones and her daughter's public-school experience, examining what Schultz argues it reveals about school choice, academic standards, classroom discipline, testing, and the consequences of putting educational philosophy ahead of an individual child's needs.

Lisa and Tommy also discuss the relationship between politically powerful teachers unions and literacy reform, declining test scores, the lingering effects of COVID-era learning loss, and the amount of money being spent on America's K-12 education system. Schultz offers his perspective on why additional funding has not necessarily translated into stronger academic outcomes.

Plus, Tommy breaks down the new Federal Scholarship Tax Credit, which begins in 2027 and allows eligible taxpayers to claim a nonrefundable federal tax credit of up to $1,700 for qualifying contributions to Scholarship Granting Organizations in participating states. Lisa and Tommy discuss how the program could expand educational options for families and why school choice is becoming an increasingly significant issue nationwid

Lisa Boothe is joined by Tommy Schultz, CEO of the American Federation for Children, for a wide-ranging conversation about school choice, declining academic performance, teachers unions, and the future of K-12 education in America.
They begin with the debate surrounding Nikole Hannah-Jones and her daughter's public-school experience, examining what Schultz argues it reveals about school choice, academic standards, classroom discipline, testing, and the consequences of putting educational philosophy ahead of an individual child's needs.
Lisa and Tommy also discuss the relationship between politically powerful teachers unions and literacy reform, declining test scores, the lingering effects of COVID-era learning loss, and the amount of money being spent on America's K-12 education system. Schultz offers his perspective on why additional funding has not necessarily translated into stronger academic outcomes.
Plus, Tommy breaks down the new Federal Scholarship Tax Credit, which begins in 2027 and allows eligible taxpayers to claim a nonrefundable federal tax credit of up to $1,700 for qualifying contributions to Scholarship Granting Organizations in participating states. Lisa and Tommy discuss how the program could expand educational options for families and why school choice is becoming an increasingly significant issue nationwid

Lisa Boothe is joined by Tommy Schultz, CEO of the American Federation for Children, for a wide-ranging conversation about school choice, declining academic performance, teachers unions, and the future of K-12 education in America.

The Truth with Lisa Boothe: Is School Choice the Answer to America’s Education Crisis?

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AI: A Double-Edged Sword

Balancing Progress and Caution

The China Factor and Corporate Influence

Ethical Considerations and Soul in AI

The Challenge of AI Regulation

Preserving Analog Alternatives

Immigration Pause: A Necessary Step?

Reflections on Congressional Service

The Art of Principled Compromise

Midterm Elections: A 50-50 Race

Closing Remarks and Thanks

Lisa Boothe sits down with Texas Congressman Chip Roy for a wide-ranging conversation about artificial intelligence, Big Tech, immigration and the problems he believes are preventing Congress from delivering meaningful reform.

Roy explains why he supports the potential of AI while raising concerns about its rapid expansion, massive data centers, pressure on the electrical grid and water supplies, government subsidies, job displacement and the growing influence of a small group of technology companies. Rather than calling for sweeping federal regulation, Roy argues for greater transparency, congressional scrutiny and preserving nondigital alternatives — including cash, communications and transportation — so Americans aren't entirely dependent on connected technology.

The conversation then turns to immigration. Roy explains his proposal to pause immigration while Congress considers changes involving birthright citizenship, chain migration, diversity visas, public benefits and H-1B visas. Roy has separately introduced legislation in 2026 that would change the H-1B selection process, require employers to make good-faith efforts to hire Americans first and restrict companies that recently conducted layoffs from hiring H-1B workers.

Finally, Roy reflects on his time in Washington as he prepares to leave Congress. He discusses lobbying, reelection pressures, congressional spending, compromise and why he believes lawmakers too often focus on gaining influence and committee positions rather than solving major problems. He also talks about returning to Texas, spending more time with his family and remaining involved in public policy after his current term ends.

Lisa Boothe sits down with Texas Congressman Chip Roy for a wide-ranging conversation about artificial intelligence, Big Tech, immigration and the problems he believes are preventing Congress from delivering meaningful reform.
Roy explains why he supports the potential of AI while raising concerns about its rapid expansion, massive data centers, pressure on the electrical grid and water supplies, government subsidies, job displacement and the growing influence of a small group of technology companies. Rather than calling for sweeping federal regulation, Roy argues for greater transparency, congressional scrutiny and preserving nondigital alternatives &mdash; including cash, communications and transportation &mdash; so Americans aren't entirely dependent on connected technology.
The conversation then turns to immigration. Roy explains his proposal to pause immigration while Congress considers changes involving birthright citizenship, chain migration, diversity visas, public benefits and H-1B visas. Roy has separately introduced legislation in 2026 that would change the H-1B selection process, require employers to make good-faith efforts to hire Americans first and restrict companies that recently conducted layoffs from hiring H-1B workers.
Finally, Roy reflects on his time in Washington as he prepares to leave Congress. He discusses lobbying, reelection pressures, congressional spending, compromise and why he believes lawmakers too often focus on gaining influence and committee positions rather than solving major problems. He also talks about returning to Texas, spending more time with his family and remaining involved in public policy after his current term ends.

Lisa Boothe sits down with Texas Congressman Chip Roy for a wide-ranging conversation about artificial intelligence, Big Tech, immigration and the problems he believes are preventing Congress from delivering meaningful reform.

The Truth with Lisa Boothe: Chip Roy Sounds the Alarm on AI, Big Tech and America’s Immigration System

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The High Cost of Prosecuting Illegal

The Controversy Over Crime Statistics

The Fiscal Burden of Illegal Alien

New York's Sanctuary Policies and the Hochul

The Overrepresentation of Illegals in Prisons

The Census and Congressional Representation

The Challenge of Tracking Foreign Criminal

Rising Crime Rates and Border Control

The Impact of Self-Defense Laws and Gun

The Deportation Process and Legal Challenges

Lisa Boothe sits down with Crime Prevention Research Center President John Lott for a wide-ranging discussion about illegal immigration, crime, deportations, and the financial cost of prosecuting and incarcerating noncitizens accused of crimes.

Lott breaks down his recent research estimating the taxpayer costs associated with criminal prosecutions, using a Virginia fentanyl case to illustrate how legal proceedings, jail time, public defenders, prosecutors, and eventual incarceration can add up. He argues that a relatively straightforward case can cost taxpayers hundreds of thousands of dollars and that violent-crime prosecutions can be substantially more expensive. His published analysis estimates that prosecuting 248,000 people at $150,000 per case would total $37.2 billion, while a $600,000-per-case scenario would approach $149 billion. Those figures are Lott's estimates and depend on the assumptions used in his analysis.

Lisa and Lott also discuss the distinction between being charged with and convicted of a crime, sanctuary policies, ICE enforcement, deportation proceedings, and the challenges of identifying criminal histories from other countries.

Later, the conversation turns to recent U.S. crime trends and Lott's argument that tougher enforcement and increased legal concealed carry can help deter crime.

Lisa Boothe sits down with Crime Prevention Research Center President John Lott for a wide-ranging discussion about illegal immigration, crime, deportations, and the financial cost of prosecuting and incarcerating noncitizens accused of crimes.
Lott breaks down his recent research estimating the taxpayer costs associated with criminal prosecutions, using a Virginia fentanyl case to illustrate how legal proceedings, jail time, public defenders, prosecutors, and eventual incarceration can add up. He argues that a relatively straightforward case can cost taxpayers hundreds of thousands of dollars and that violent-crime prosecutions can be substantially more expensive. His published analysis estimates that prosecuting 248,000 people at $150,000 per case would total $37.2 billion, while a $600,000-per-case scenario would approach $149 billion. Those figures are Lott's estimates and depend on the assumptions used in his analysis.
Lisa and Lott also discuss the distinction between being charged with and convicted of a crime, sanctuary policies, ICE enforcement, deportation proceedings, and the challenges of identifying criminal histories from other countries.
Later, the conversation turns to recent U.S. crime trends and Lott's argument that tougher enforcement and increased legal concealed carry can help deter crime.

Lisa Boothe sits down with Crime Prevention Research Center President John Lott for a wide-ranging discussion about illegal immigration, crime, deportations, and the financial cost of prosecuting and incarcerating noncitizens accused of crimes.

The Truth with Lisa Boothe: John Lott on the Hidden Taxpayer Cost of Illegal Immigration and Criminal Prosecutions

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The Truth with Lisa Boothe: Joel Pollak on California’s Political Shift, Newsom, Crime & the 2026 Elections

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