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Somali Fraud Scandal EXPLODES

Today, Josh tears into the exploding fraud scandal in Minnesota, where staggering sums of taxpayer money have allegedly been siphoned off by Somali networks—and yet, shockingly, much of the media can’t be bothered to cover it. He breaks down the jaw-dropping numbers, the political cowardice surrounding the story, and what this corruption says about the system failing ordinary Americans. Josh then turns to President Trump’s decisive airstrike in Nigeria targeting radical Islamist groups that have been slaughtering Christians. He explains what this bold move reveals about Trump’s foreign policy doctrine—and why it stands in stark contrast to the hand-wringing we’ve seen from past administrations. Josh closes with the latest on Trump’s push for a peace deal between Ukraine and Russia and his meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu—laying out what these moves signal about the administration’s broader strategy on the world stage.

2 Pilots Identified After Being Killed In Helicopter Crash In NJ

Authorities have identified two pilots who died after their helicopters collided midair in southern New Jersey. Sixty-five-year-old Kenneth Kirsch and 71-year-old Michael Greenberg were friends who both lived in New Jersey. The two men would often have breakfast together at a cafe near the crash site in Hammonton, about 35 miles southeast of Philadelphia. Hammonton Police Chief Kevin Friel says rescuers responded to a report of an aviation crash at about 11:25 a.m. on Sunday. Video from the scene shows a helicopter spinning rapidly to the ground. Police and fire crews had to put out flames that engulfed one of the helicopters. The Federal Aviation Administration and National Transportation Safety Board are investigating.

Retiree Nancy Pelosi Reflects on Infamous Tenure

Joey Hudson filling in for Mike Gallagher and revisits one of the most divisive moments in State of the Union history. Nancy Pelosi reflects back on all of the times she defied President Trump

President Trump Continues To Pursue Peace in Ukraine

President Trump is continuing his relentless push for peace in Ukraine, making it clear that no distance is too far to travel if it means ending the violence. Whether it’s in Washington or on the ground in Ukraine, the goal remains the same: a swift and lasting resolution.

The tenuous peace between Trump and the $30 trillion US bond market

Kremlin says Ukraine should withdraw troops from Donbas, and a Putin-Trump call expected soon

Trump's pardon of an NYPD detective was made possible by a soap star.

It's damn difficult to get a Presidential pardon. Emmy-winning soap actress Martha Byrne worked tirelessly to get one for her husband, former NYPD detective Michael McMahon. Their story has all the makings of a Netflix drama. Martha and Michael tell Michele how the FBI falsely accused McMahon of coordinating with the Chinese Communist Party. A judge sentenced McMahon to Federal prison, and the details are astounding. Michele Tafoya is a four-time Emmy award-winning sportscaster turned political and cultural commentator. Record-setting, four-time Sports Emmy Award winner Michele Tafoya worked her final NBC Sunday Night Football game at Super Bowl LVI on February 13, 2022, her fifth Super Bowl. She retired from sportscasting the following day. In total, she covered 327 games — the most national primetime TV games (regular + postseason) for an NFL sideline reporter. Learn More about “The Michele Tafoya Podcast” here: https://linktr.ee/micheletafoya Subscribe to “The Michele Tafoya Podcast” here: https://apple.co/3nPW221 Follow Michele on twitter: https://twitter.com/Michele_Tafoya Follow Michele on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmicheletafoya/ Learn more about the Salem Podcast network: https://salempodcastnetwork.com/

How will the billions in fraud in Minnesota affect Tim Walz?

Chris Madel is a recent entry into the Minnesota Republican Gubernatorial race. He says he has the right message on fraud, public safety, and education. And, he says, "My opinions are actually yours." He joins Michele to explain why he is running. Michele Tafoya is a four-time Emmy award-winning sportscaster turned political and cultural commentator. Record-setting, four-time Sports Emmy Award winner Michele Tafoya worked her final NBC Sunday Night Football game at Super Bowl LVI on February 13, 2022, her fifth Super Bowl. She retired from sportscasting the following day. In total, she covered 327 games — the most national primetime TV games (regular + postseason) for an NFL sideline reporter. Learn More about “The Michele Tafoya Podcast” here: https://linktr.ee/micheletafoya Subscribe to “The Michele Tafoya Podcast” here: https://apple.co/3nPW221 Follow Michele on twitter: https://twitter.com/Michele_Tafoya Follow Michele on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmicheletafoya/ Learn more about the Salem Podcast network: https://salempodcastnetwork.com/

The name of our military must project power.

Congressman John James is the living embodiment of the American Dream. But as a conservative, he gets more pushback from people who "look like him" than from anyone else. His resume is beyond impressive, he's a proven leader, and he is vying for the Governor's mansion in Michigan. What's not to like? Michele Tafoya is a four-time Emmy award-winning sportscaster turned political and cultural commentator. Record-setting, four-time Sports Emmy Award winner Michele Tafoya worked her final NBC Sunday Night Football game at Super Bowl LVI on February 13, 2022, her fifth Super Bowl. She retired from sportscasting the following day. In total, she covered 327 games — the most national primetime TV games (regular + postseason) for an NFL sideline reporter. Learn More about “The Michele Tafoya Podcast” here: https://linktr.ee/micheletafoya Subscribe to “The Michele Tafoya Podcast” here: https://apple.co/3nPW221 Follow Michele on twitter: https://twitter.com/Michele_Tafoya Follow Michele on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmicheletafoya/ Learn more about the Salem Podcast network: https://salempodcastnetwork.com/

FBI surges resources to Minnesota in fraud investigation

The FBI has deployed additional investigators and resources to Minnesota as part of an expanded federal fraud probe, FBI Director Kash Patel said. Federal officials indicate the investigations focus on the alleged misuse of millions of taxpayer dollars intended for social services. Reports have emerged of public funds being directed to inactive daycare facilities, raising concerns about potential fraud. The investigations have largely targeted Minnesota’s Somali community, prompting criticism from immigrant-rights advocates who say the probes unfairly single out the group. Federal prosecutors and state officials have reportedly clashed over how the cases are being handled. The Trump administration has cited the investigations in broader criticism of state oversight and calls for increased accountability in federal spending.

California Drops Lawsuit Over High-Speed Rail Funding Cuts

California has dropped its lawsuit challenging the Trump administration’s decision to cancel more than $4 billion in federal funding for the state’s high-speed rail project. Federal officials have said the project has been plagued by delays, cost overruns, and unrealistic ridership projections, raising concerns about the viability of the rail line connecting Los Angeles and San Francisco. The California High-Speed Rail Authority said it plans to move forward without federal funding, citing that only 18% of the program’s expenditures came from federal sources. The agency also noted that state legislation secures $1 billion annually for the project through 2045. The Transportation Department emphasized that redirecting federal funds to more practical projects will benefit rail passengers, local drivers, and pedestrians nationwide.

Trump meets with Zelenskyy in talks to end war

There are signs of progress toward ending Russia’s war in Ukraine following President Donald Trump’s weekend meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The two leaders met at Trump’s Florida resort to discuss a proposed peace plan, which includes U.S. security guarantees for Ukraine. Trump said that Ukraine and Russia are “closer than ever before” to a settlement, though negotiators are still working through key issues, including territorial withdrawals and the future of the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant. Zelenskyy expressed a desire for longer-term U.S. security commitments, ideally up to 50 years, to deter future Russian aggression. Details of the guarantees have not been made public, but they are expected to include monitoring mechanisms and an international presence. Kyiv’s allies plan to meet in Paris in early January to finalize each country’s contributions to the security guarantees. A full peace deal would also require a ceasefire of at least 60 days before Ukraine could hold a national referendum to approve the plan.

US pledges $2 billion for UN humanitarian aid

The United States is committing $2 billion in humanitarian aid to the United Nations, emphasizing a more accountable and strategic approach to foreign assistance. Officials say the funding prioritizes efficiency and reforms while ensuring that the U.S. remains the world’s leading humanitarian donor. The announcement comes as many U.N. agencies face significant pressure to streamline operations and reduce spending in the wake of funding cuts from the U.S. and other Western nations. The aid will be distributed through an umbrella fund to support a range of humanitarian programs, reflecting the administration’s goal of maintaining global leadership in humanitarian efforts while promoting fiscal responsibility.

Trump, Netanyahu meet amid Gaza ceasefire push

President Donald Trump is set to meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday at his Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida as the U.S.-backed ceasefire in Gaza enters a critical stage. The truce, which began in October, has largely held, but progress has slowed in recent weeks. Negotiators are now focusing on a more complicated second phase, which would involve rebuilding Gaza under international supervision, establishing a security force, and moving toward broader normalization between Israel and Arab nations. Trump hopes to leverage his relationship with Netanyahu to help speed up the peace process and maintain momentum in the negotiations.

Putin says Russia will achieve its Ukraine aims by force if Kyiv doesn’t want peace

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Larry Elder is an American lawyer, writer, and radio and television personality who calls himself the "Sage of South Central" a district of Los Angeles, Larry says his philosophy is to entertain, inform, provoke and to hopefully uplift. His calling card is "we have a country to save" and to him this means returning to the bedrock Constitutional principles of limited government and maximum personal responsibility. Elder's iconoclastic wit and intellectual agility makes him a particularly attractive voice in a nation that seems weary of traditional racial dialogue.” – Los Angeles Times.

Mike Gallagher Mike Gallagher began his broadcasting career in 1978 in Dayton, Ohio. Today, he is one of the most listened-to talk radio show hosts in America, recently having been ranked in the Talkers Magazine “Heavy Hundred” list – the 100 most important talk radio hosts in America. Prior to being launched into national syndication in 1998, Mike hosted the morning show on WABC-AM in New York City. Today, Talkers Magazine reports that his show is heard by over 3.75 million weekly listeners. Besides his radio work, Mike is seen on Fox News Channel as an on-air contributor, frequently appearing on the cable news giant.

Hugh Hewitt is one of the nation’s leading bloggers and a genuine media revolutionary. He brings that expertise, his wit and what The New Yorker magazine calls his “amiable but relentless manner” to his nationally syndicated show each day.

When Dr. Sebastian Gorka was growing up, he listened to talk radio under his pillow with a transistor radio, dreaming that one day he would be behind the microphone. Beginning New Year’s Day 2019, he got his wish. Gorka now hosts America First every weekday afternoon 3 to 6pm ET. Gorka’s unique story works well on the radio. He is national security analyst for the Fox News Channel and author of two books: "Why We Fight" and "Defeating Jihad." His latest book releasing this fall is “War For America’s Soul.” He is uniquely qualified to fight the culture war and stand up for what is great about America, his adopted home country.

Broadcasting from his home station of KRLA in Los Angeles, the Dennis Prager Show is heard across the country. Everything in life – from politics to religion to relationships – is grist for Dennis’ mill. If it’s interesting, if it affects your life, then Dennis will be talking about it – with passion, humor, insight and wisdom.

Sean Hannity is a conservative radio and television host, and one of the original primetime hosts on the Fox News Channel, where he has appeared since 1996. Sean Hannity began his radio career at a college station in California, before moving on to markets in the Southeast and New York. Today, he’s one of the most listened to on-air voices. Hannity’s radio program went into national syndication on September 10, 2001, and airs on more than 500 stations. Talkers Magazine estimates Hannity’s weekly radio audience at 13.5 million. In 1996 he was hired as one of the original hosts on Fox News Channel. As host of several popular Fox programs, Hannity has become the highest-paid news anchor on television.

Michelle Malkin is a mother, wife, blogger, conservative syndicated columnist, longtime cable TV news commentator, and best-selling author of six books. She started her newspaper journalism career at the Los Angeles Daily News in 1992, moved to the Seattle Times in 1995, and has been penning nationally syndicated newspaper columns for Creators Syndicate since 1999. She is founder of conservative Internet start-ups Hot Air and Twitchy.com. Malkin has received numerous awards for her investigative journalism, including the Council on Governmental Ethics Laws (COGEL) national award for outstanding service for the cause of governmental ethics and leadership (1998), the Reed Irvine Accuracy in Media Award for Investigative Journalism (2006), the Heritage Foundation and Franklin Center for Government & Public Integrity's Breitbart Award for Excellence in Journalism (2013), the Center for Immigration Studies' Eugene Katz Award for Excellence in the Coverage of Immigration Award (2016), and the Manhattan Film Festival's Film Heals Award (2018). Married for 26 years and the mother of two teenage children, she lives with her family in Colorado. Follow her at michellemalkin.com. (Photo reprinted with kind permission from Peter Duke Photography.)

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