Yet another massive taxpayer fraud, this time in California. Why does the media seem more focused on narratives than the billions being stolen from taxpayers? Guests: Chevron CEO Mike Wirth on that state of American energy + AFP's Brent Gardner discusses the on-going Democrat shutdown of DHS. The fellas — Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook jump straight into the chaos. From shocking Medicare hospice fraud (89 HOSPICE COMPANIES REGISTERED IN ONE BUILDING?!) to Democrats shutting down the Department of Homeland Security during heightened global tensions, the episode asks a simple question: what the hell is actually going on in Washington? The fellas break down the latest political insanity, media spin, and policy failures — while also bringing in real experts who actually know what they’re talking about. In this episode… • Massive hospice fraud uncovered in California • Democrats blocking DHS funding during global tensions • Media narratives around terrorism and political violence • The economic and national security stakes of American energy Special Guest: Mike Wirth, CEO of Chevron • Global energy markets and the Iran conflict ⛽🌍 • The Strait of Hormuz and why energy security matters • AI, data centers, and the coming explosion in power demand ⚡🤖 • Why skilled trades and energy jobs are the future of the U.S. workforce Special Guest: Brent Gardner, Americans for Prosperity (AFP) • Why Democrats are blocking funding for the Department of Homeland Security 🇺🇸 • The national security risks of shutting down DHS during global tensions • How grassroots pressure is being used to force Congress to reopen funding • The push toward America’s 250th anniversary and the “One Small Step” campaign celebrating American ideals Plus: The fellas break down media coverage of a terror scare in New York and play a new round of the legendary King of the Hill. Question of the Day: What do YOU think about Barack Obama? New episodes Tuesday, Thursday and Friday! Stay Ruthless Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices