Facebook-f X-twitter Instagram Link
Facebook-f X-twitter Instagram Link

BREAKING NEWS

BREAKING NEWS

Author name: chadadmin

Articles, Government, White House

Growing tariff revenues, court rulings raise hopes Trump could put U.S. on path to balanced budget

/

Articles / Government / White House Growing tariff revenues, court rulings raise hopes Trump could put U.S. on path to balanced budget Eliminating $2 trillion annual deficit would require increasing revenue, decreasing spending, or a combination of the two. By: Considered by some to be a pie-in-the-sky aspiration of fiscal conservatives, President Donald Trump is now raising hopes that he can use growing tariff revenues, rescission spending cuts and new court rulings shrinking government to put the nation on a path toward a long-elusive balanced budget. “I’m looking at these dollars every single day, and it’s an exciting time to make sure that we are taking a crack at this $37 trillion of debt that we’re placing on the back of our children and future generations,” Rep. Julia Letlow, R-La., a House Appropriations Committee member, told Just the News on Tuesday. Letlow praised Trump for her rising enthusiasm, saying voters “have a president that is committed to making sure that we have an America that will prosper again. He is setting us on that course. He’s done it once before. He’s doing it again.” With the help of Vice President JD Vance, the Senate took a major step Tuesday night toward new spending cuts, advancing a rescissions package to trim $9 billion from the federal budget, including subsidies for National Public  Radio and PBS. The House has already approved the legislation. The courts are also empowering Trump to cut deeper with layoffs and restructuring of federal agencies. On Monday, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a 6-3 decision in McMahon v. State of New York, lifting a lower court injunction that blocked Trump’s plan to lay off around 1,400 employees within the Department of Education. The ruling allows the Trump administration to proceed with planned mass layoffs, which had been halted by a federal judge in May. U.S. District Judge Myong Joun ruled that the layoffs, as part of an effort to dismantle the Department of Education, required congressional authorization and ordered the reinstatement of the fired workers. The Supreme Court disagreed and overturned the lower court’s decision. The Supreme Court also lifted a lower court order July 8 that blocked Trump’s executive order calling for large-scale reductions in the federal workforce, known as “reductions in force” (RIFs). The 6-3 decision, with Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson dissenting, allows the administration to resume its plans for mass layoffs across agencies like the Departments of Commerce, Health and Human Services (HHS), Agriculture, State, Treasury, and Veterans Affairs. The Court stated that the administration was likely to succeed in arguing that the executive order and related memoranda were legal, though it did not rule on the ultimate legality of the layoffs. This decision was a significant step toward Trump’s goal of downsizing the federal bureaucracy, moving ever-closer to a balanced budget. The Supreme Court also ruled to allow the Department of Government (DOGE) to proceed with utilizing Social Security records to conduct its work of identifying and eliminating waste, fraud and abuse. The decision allows DOGE to utilize sensitive records with fewer transparency requirements as it also seeks to downsize the federal government. Tariffs could greatly enhance the impact of government cuts proposed by the Trump administration and codified in the recently-passed “One Big, Beautiful Bill” with new revenues. As of July 1, the United States has reaped $106.1 billion dollars in tariff revenue. If the same pace and level of tariffs remain the same, that would translate to around $300 billion added to Treasury annually. Rescissions could also prove to be a fruitful way of clawing back tax dollars. Numerous members of Congress, including House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., have indicated that the $9 billion rescission package would be the “first of many,” possibly compounding savings for the American people. Rep. Ralph Norman, R-S.C., who sits on the powerful Budget, Rules and Financial Services committees, told Just The News, “We’ve got a math problem in Congress. We spend too much. I hope we can keep them [rescission packages] coming and show the American people that since we have the House, the Senate and the White House, that we mean what we say, and we’re true conservatives. I’m excited about it.” Balancing the budget has been a clarion call for Republicans on the campaign trail and on the floor of Congress for decades, as fiscal conservatives try to get America’s spending under manageable control. Their detractors argue that strict adherence to a balanced budget can limit necessary investments or economic stimulus, especially during economic downturns like under former President Joe Biden. The fight for fiscal responsibility looms large for many because of the burden on future generations. The last time the federal government’s revenue matched its expenditures was in 2001 when the budget recorded a surplus of $128 billion. Trump will most assuredly have more battles ahead on Capitol Hill to get further rescission packages over the finish line. Republicans in both chambers will need substantially more intestinal fortitude to make that happen before next year’s midterm elections. But by padding the treasury with tariff revenue and decreasing the federal workforce, which subsequently reduces costs associated with payroll, resources and facilities, a balanced budget may be more than a pipe dream under Trump. TOP STORIES Growing tariff revenues, court rulings raise hopes Trump could put U.S. on path to balanced budget Texas Land Commissioner says the camps did everything they could to avoid the flood’s tragic rage Food manufacturers rush to remove certain food dyes to comply with new FDA guidance Trump’s fight to keep non-citizens off voter rolls reignites in second term Hegseth announces new intel on US bombing Iran, criticizes media for pushing preliminary report LATEST EPISODES FBI investigates government weaponization in sweeping ‘grand conspiracy’ case, special counsel possible Nearing 1yr anniversary of Trump assassination attempt, journalist Salena Zito talks her new book, “Butler” American Farmland, Virtual Liberty & Social Media: Trump’s Strategy Against China’s Malign Influence Apocalyptic flooding kills more than 90, Texas Land Commissioner says ‘this was a storm you can’t fathom’ Surf’s Up, WOKE’s Down: Comedian Jonathan Wayne Freeman shreds cancel

Episodes

FBI investigates government weaponization in sweeping ‘grand conspiracy’ case, special counsel possible

/

On this episode of the podcast, longtime investigative journalist John Solomon uncovers the FBI’s quietly launched ‘grand conspiracy’ probe — an unprecedented investigation into allegations that federal agencies have been weaponized against President Trump and his allies. Solomon explains how the probe, led by FBI Director Kash Patel, stretches from Hillary Clinton’s email scandal to the suppression of the Hunter Biden laptop story, a revealing pattern where Democrats are shielded while Republicans are targeted. Solomon and Head discuss potential civil rights violations, election interference, and the role of declassified documents that could prove political bias at the highest levels of government. Solomon also weighs in on the possibility of a special prosecutor to lead this explosive case. Hosts & Guests Amanda Head Host John Solomon Investigative Journalist, CEO & Editor-in-Chief of Just The News Information Channel Furthermore with Amanda Head Creator Amanda Head Years Active 1 Episodes Rating Clean Copyright ©

America, Articles, Extremism, Local, Politics & Policy

Texas firefighters on Austin fire chief: ‘dereliction of duty’ cost lives

/

America / Articles / Extremism / Local / Politics & Policy Texas firefighters on Austin fire chief: ‘dereliction of duty’ cost lives As the death toll from the central Texas floods surpasses 120 with 170 still missing, Austin’s fire chief is in the crosshairs of firefighters who claim his refusal to respond and assist in the rescue effort cost lives. By: The fire chief in Austin, Texas, a city known as a liberal hipster hub in a deep red state, is under sharp scrutiny for refusing to provide assistance in the days preceding the catastrophic and deadly central Texas floods last weekend. Austin Fire Department chief Joel Baker was the subject of scorn by his own firefighters’ union, the Austin Firefighters Association, which posted scathing remarks on social media about Baker during and in the aftermath of the floods that thus far have taken 121 lives, many of them children, with at least 170 people still missing. “It brings the Austin Firefighters no pleasure to report to the community that the Austin Fire Chief DENIED the deployment of Austin firefighters to Kerrville until very late into the event (so today!), with the exception of only 3 AFD rescue swimmers who helped staff helo teams (which still were NOT deployed until the afternoon of the 4th),” the post stated. “Helo teams” is jargon for specialized helicopter rescue units, specializing in emergency response capabilities for water-related emergencies. All about money allegedly owed to the city? The post goes on to explain that Austin’s Firefighter Special Operations teams are trained for specific challenges, just like the Hill Country floods where swift water rescue is required. The union’s post goes on to place blame squarely on Baker’s shoulders: “It is absolutely outrageous that the Austin Fire Chief, Joel G. Baker, would not allow highly trained firefighters from Austin to respond to Kerrville. Because of this egregious dereliction of duty, LIVES WERE VERY LIKELY LOST BECAUSE OF CHIEF BAKER’S DECISION!” According to the Facebook post, requests for assistance came from the state of Texas on July 2, two days prior to the floods, and another request on July 3, both of which were denied by Baker. “It is unforgivable that a fire chief would NOT allow his firefighters to answer the call to save lives,” the post continued. The firefighters also asked rhetorically: “Why would Fire Chief Joel G. Baker do this, you may ask? It was a misguided attempt to save money. I say “misguided” because the fire department is fully reimbursed by the state to deploy. I explained the reimbursement process to Chief Baker last week, and he failed to understand this very simple concept.” The criticism came after the Austin Fire Department announced it would not deploy personnel outside of Austin because of a budget shortfall, including “something like $800,000 in outstanding reimbursements owed to AFD by the State of Texas,” according to local station KXAN-TV. The TV station also reported that Baker said he issued the pause on deployments due to “internal issues” over the state’s ability to reimburse the department, insisting that budget constraints had “nothing” to do with his decision-making. Other cities answered the call CBS News reported that fire and rescue departments from North Texas heeded the call to assist: Fort Worth Fire Department sent two teams and Dallas Fire-Rescue deployed a water squad of six people. Other departments in the surrounding area also sent support: Mountain Home Fire Department, Ingram Volunteer Fire Department, Denton Fire Department, Houston Fire Department, and Galveston Fire Department were actively involved. Texas A&M Forest Service deployed Texas Intrastate Fire Mutual Aid System strike teams to assist local fire departments, indicating a broader network of fire service involvement. Surrounding states also sent support: Shreveport, Louisiana, and Memphis, Tennessee deployed teams to contribute to the efforts. Additionally, international teams also came to aid in the search and rescue efforts: a team of 13 firefighters from Ciudad Acuña, Mexico, through Fundación 911, assisted in Kerr County. The city comes to Baker’s defense The Austin Fire Department responded to the allegations by telling the local Fox television affiliate that “The decision about how to allocate resources to help our fellow Texans is not a simple one. It requires communication from public safety partners on the ground to ensure we are providing resources and personnel when, where and how they are most needed.” “The Austin Fire Department must also prioritize having sufficient resources in our own community given the unpredictability of this weekend’s storms and the risk for catastrophic flooding in our immediate area,” the department said. Austin City Manager T.C. Broadnax issued a statement addressing the accusations, saying “It is disappointing that the Firefighters Association would make these allegations and consider such a vote, especially while these communities continue to grieve and recover.” “It’s even more disheartening how quickly the Association’s claims spread, because so many people are ready to place blame. The City of Austin, and the Austin Fire Department in particular, have a very long track record of supporting and sending aid to neighboring communities in need,” he continued. “No confidence” vote “To be clear, I continue to have confidence in Chief Baker and remain committed to listening and working with both the Chief and the Fire Association to ensure that the Austin Fire Department is able to continue supporting our neighbors while protecting our local community,” the City Manager added. The union held an “emergency” meeting Tuesday, voting unanimously to hold a vote of no confidence in Baker, The New York Post reported.  “We could’ve made a difference, and we were forced to stand down and lives were lost,” the union said. Donations supporting relief and rebuilding efforts after the flood are being collected, and the local Fox affiliate has created a web page in conjunction with The Community Foundation, a 501(c)(3) public charity serving the Texas Hill Country. TOP STORIES Growing tariff revenues, court rulings raise hopes Trump could put U.S. on path to balanced budget Texas firefighters on Austin fire chief: ‘dereliction of duty’ cost lives Texas Land

Episodes

Nearing 1yr anniversary of Trump assassination attempt, journalist Salena Zito talks her new book, “Butler”

/

On this episode of the podcast, journalist and author Salena Zito talks about her new book, “Butler” and her experiences covering President Trump. She highlighted Trump’s strategic visits to rural areas like Butler, Pennsylvania, to connect with voters often ignored by the media. Zito recounted her conversations with Trump on July 13, 2024 about the shooting incident. She detailed Trump’s immediate response, his decision to project strength, and the profound impact on his presidency and the nation. Zito emphasized the importance of understanding rural America and criticized the media for their lack of curiosity and accurate reporting. You can get her new book, “Butler” on Amazon or by clicking here: https://a.co/d/8WEMc2p You can also follow this podcast, host Amanda Head, and Salena’s latest on X (formerly Twitter) by searching for their associated handle: @FurthermorePod, @AmandaHead, @ZitoSalena. Hosts & Guests Amanda Head Host Salena Zito Journalist & Author Information Channel Furthermore with Amanda Head Creator Amanda Head Years Active 1 Episodes Rating Clean Copyright ©

Episodes

American Farmland, Virtual Liberty & Social Media: Trump’s Strategy Against China’s Malign Influence

/

On this episode of the podcast, author and Hudson Institute Senior Fellow Michael Sobolik discusses the complexities surrounding TikTok, particularly its influence on the American people, President Trump’s decisions, and the broader implications for our national security. Sobolik highlights the Trump Administration’s recent crackdown on CCP-linked farmland ownership and the challenges of enforcing the TikTok divestment law. He also details the dangers of TikTok’s algorithm, which can shape public opinion and target vulnerable demographics. Sobolik emphasizes the need for a U.S.-based TikTok to mitigate these risks, noting the ongoing negotiations and the CCP’s strategic influence. Hosts & Guests Amanda Head Host Michael Sobolik Author & Senior Fellow, Hudson Institute Information Channel Furthermore with Amanda Head Creator Amanda Head Years Active 1 Episodes Rating Clean Copyright ©

Articles

Texas Land Commissioner says the camps did everything they could to avoid the flood’s tragic rage

/

Articles Texas Land Commissioner says the camps did everything they could to avoid the flood’s tragic rage The latest death count exceeded 100 people in an area where flooding happens frequently. Of that death toll, more than two dozen were children. Truth was another casualty. By: According to Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, Camp Mystic and other establishments in the devastating Texas flash floods did all they could to prepare. “I think as soon as they had any indication they were doing everything they could,” she told Just The News. On Friday, catastrophic flash flooding struck central Texas, claiming more than 100 lives and leaving dozens missing after torrential rains overwhelmed the Guadalupe River, officials said. Kerr County bore the brunt of the disaster, with 75 deaths, including 27 children, many from Camp Mystic, a century-old Christian summer camp for girls in Hunt, Texas. The Guadalupe River surged 26 feet in 45 minutes, sweeping away homes, vehicles, and campsites, with up to 15 inches of rain falling in hours. President Donald Trump signed a major disaster declaration for Kerr County, and search-and-rescue operations, involving helicopters, drones, and boats — with help from the famous volunteer “Cajun Navy” of Hurricane Katrina fame — continued amid ongoing rain and flood warnings. Timeline of warnings On Wednesday and Thursday, a series of emergency weather alerts were issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) and Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM). Despite a decades-long history of flash floods in the Texas Hill Country, and a 1987 flash flood that killed 10 teenagers at a Christian Camp in neighboring Kendall County, Kerr County didn’t have an emergency warning system in place. The NWS-Austin/San Antonio issued a Flood Watch Wednesday for several counties, including Kerr County and the NWS-San Angelo also issued a flood watch for several counties. The Texas Division of Emergency Management activated state emergency response resources through 10 state agencies, anticipating increased threats of flooding in West and Central Texas ahead of the holiday weekend. At 1:14 AM on Friday, the NWS Austin/San Antonio issued a “life threatening flash flooding” warning for Bandera and Kerr counties stating, “Some locations that will experience flash flooding include, Kerrville, Ingram, Hunt, Waltonia, Kerr Wildlife Management Area, and Lost Maples State Natural Area.” Region’s natural vulnerability to flooding Buckingham talked about the challenges of this particular flood area and said, “it’s very hilly. It’s very rocky soil, not a lot of topsoil. So it is definitely prone to flash floods. That being said, I don’t think anyone has seen water of this level, 25 to 30 feet above. The normal river banks in over 100 years in this section of the river, the loss is devastating.” “East of [interstate] 35 gets almost twice the rain as they get just a few miles west of I-35,” she said, “then you get out to West Texas, and you have places that only get six to 10 inches of rain a year, very desert conditions. But when it does rain in the desert, when it does rain in more arid and semi-arid areas, the water stacks up pretty quickly and does some pretty impressive things.” Kerr County is about 100 miles east of I-35. More preparedness going forward Criticism has erupted over inadequate flood warnings and alleged staffing shortages at the National Weather Service, though officials maintain warnings were issued hours before the disaster. Texas Governor Greg Abbott pledged limitless state resources throughout the weekend, as volunteers and first responders, including the Texas National Guard, worked to locate survivors and recover victims. In defense of the camp leadership, who should have received the warnings and evacuation orders, Buckingham said, “normally, when you get that flash flood warning across your phone, which we get pretty frequently, you just think it’s going to be a couple feet, and you’re not going to drive across low water crossings. It doesn’t mean that the water is going to come up 25 to 30 feet in roughly an hour. Here, in the wee hours of the morning, you also have to realize where this flooding happened. A lot of people, there’s no cell service there. So even if the emergency notices had gone out, a lot of the cell phones aren’t working there anyway.” Looking forward, Buckingham is supportive of exploring other means of preparedness: “I think we’ll take a look. I think there’s always the benefit of hindsight. Could we do something better in the future, maybe with some new technologies? But the state resources recognized early that the storm was going to be a serious matter. Texas Department of Emergency Management was moving resources into the area before the storm even hit. They were ready to go the second that it was going to be a problem.” Social media, disinformation and politicization Politicization quickly stained the already tragic incident. Democrats in Congress wasted no time in connecting the tragedy to Trump’s budget cuts. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer demanded that the administration conduct an inquiry into whether staffing shortages contributed to “the catastrophic loss of life” in Texas. “Accurate weather forecasting helps avoid fatal disasters,” Sen. Chris Murphy, D-Conn., said in a post on X. “There are consequences to Trump’s brainless attacks on public workers, like meteorologists.” Contradicting that narrative, in fact, the National Weather Service office in New Braunfels, which delivers forecasts for Austin, San Antonio and the surrounding areas, had extra staff on duty during the storms, an NWS spokesperson told the Associated Press. Part of the anti-Trump narrative was engendered on social media by misinformation created by GrokAI, according to PJ Media’s Stephen Green. Reportedly, when users asked the artifical intelligence system: “Did two dozen young girls die in Texas flooding in part because Trump gutted NOAA and the National Weather Service?” the AI responded: “Yes. Trump’s 2025 cuts slashed NOAA/NWS funding by ~30% and staff by 17%, impairing forecast accuracy. Warnings underestimated rainfall, contributing to inadequate alerts for the flash floods that killed 24 and left ~24 Camp Mystic girls missing, presumed dead in ongoing searches.” The uglier side of social media made an appearance when Dr.

Episodes

Apocalyptic flooding kills more than 90, Texas Land Commissioner says ‘this was a storm you can’t fathom’

/

On this episode of the podcast, Texas Land Commisioner Dawn Buckingham discussed the devastating floods in Texas, highlighting the area’s vulnerability to flash floods and the unprecedented water levels that caused significant destruction. Dr. Buckingham noted the loss of 94 lives across six counties, with 75 in Kerr County and 27 at Camp Mystic. She praised the community’s resilience and the efforts of first responders. Dr. Buckingham and Amanda Head also briefly touch on the reduction in illegal border crossings from 95-99% due to improved federal policies and the importance of community support, exemplified by local companies like H-E-B. You can follow the Land Commissioner on X (formerly Twitter) by searching for her handle: DrBuckinghamTX. Hosts & Guests Amanda Head Host Dr. Dawn Buckingham Texas Land Commissioner Information Channel Furthermore with Amanda Head Creator Amanda Head Years Active 1 Episodes Rating Clean Copyright ©

Articles, Federal Agencies, Government, Health, Politics & Policy

Food manufacturers rush to remove certain food dyes to comply with new FDA guidance

/

Articles / Federal Agencies / Government / Health / Politics & Policy Food manufacturers rush to remove certain food dyes to comply with new FDA guidance Americans are increasingly demanding that chemicals and toxic food dyes be removed from items they consume, clean with, wear, apply to their skin and use in their homes. By: In compliance with directives from the United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), many of the nation’s largest food conglomerates have announced preemptive efforts to remove artificial food dyes from their products. Thus far, Kraft Heinz, General Mills, Tyson Foods, Nestlé, Conagra Brands, Walmart and Sam’s Club, and PepsiCo have announced discontinuation or an intent to discontinue use of the food dyes prior to the advised deadline. The announcements come after the FDA and HHS urged a phase-out of petroleum-based synthetic food dyes from the U.S. food supply. On April 22, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and FDA commissioner Marty Makary announced measures to eliminate these dyes by the end of 2026, primarily through voluntary industry compliance rather than a formal mandate. Kennedy: “Real, measurable dangers” The FDA is also revoking approval for the use of specific dyes, such as Citrus Red No. 2 and Orange B, and encouraging faster removal of FD&C Green No. 3, Red No. 40, Yellow No. 5 and No. 6, Blue No.1 and No.2, with a prior deadline set for January 2027. In a statement accompanying the new guidelines, Kennedy said, “For too long, some food producers have been feeding Americans petroleum-based chemicals without their knowledge or consent. These poisonous compounds offer no nutritional benefit and pose real, measurable dangers to our children’s health and development.” “That era is coming to an end. We’re restoring gold-standard science, applying common sense, and beginning to earn back the public’s trust. And we’re doing it by working with industry to get these toxic, dies out of the foods our families eat every day.” The FDA is simultaneously fast-tracking the review of natural alternatives to synthetic food dyes such as calcium phosphate, Galdieria extract blue, gardenia blue, and butterfly pea flower extract. According to recent CivicScience data, 79% of U.S. adults at least “somewhat” support the FDA’s plan to phase out certain artificial food dyes, significantly outnumbering the 21% who are at least “somewhat” opposed. Parents of children over 12 show stronger support for the phase-out than those with younger children, despite younger kids potentially being more vulnerable to the health impacts of these dyes. Not the expected “health food” demographic Support is highest among Republicans, the demographic most closely aligned with Kenney’s Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement. Additionally, high-income individuals (earning $100,000+ annually), adults 65+, men, and those with graduate or professional degrees are more supportive of the dye removals than their counterparts. The transition to natural food dyes could prove to be bumpy with a lot of trial-and-error. Winner of the cooking competition TV show “Master Chef,” Whitney Miller, who founded Whitney’s Cookies in Franklin, Tennessee, experienced similar struggles when she decided to make all of her products with natural ingredients. “I did have to research and try to find the best ones, because there really wasn’t a lot of options out there. I think now, hopefully, as people are talking about it more, and we’re pushing everyone to change over, there will be more options. But it is a little bit of a research struggle,” she told Just The News. Miller said it can also depend on what color a manufacturer is seeking. She said it’s a little bit easier with certain dyes like pink or red, in which case “there are strawberries that are freeze-dried, that you can pulverize and make a natural color.” However, other colors are trickier, like blue. Blueberries produce a purple color, not blue, so Miller ultimately formulated her own blue dye. According to Miller, the medium matters as well. “You have to test in the market when you’re putting them [dyes] in, whether it be ice cream or whether it be a baked good. Baking is a science, cooking is a science. And when you’re getting into these natural dyes, it’s going to perform differently in a baked item than it is in an ice cream or a drink.” Supply of natural colors a challenge For large companies like General Mills and PepsiCo, Miller said, “that’s where these different companies are going to have to do a lot of testing and figure out what can work best for them.” When asked about the suppliers of the natural food dyes, Miller said, “I’ve only seen one, one supplier. So that’s gonna be tough.” Volume will also be a complicating factor for large manufacturers who will require large amounts of the dyes. Miller said she has often had to seek out natural dye suppliers in Canada, which could further complicate the supply chain depending on what transpires with President Donald Trump’s trade talks with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney. TOP STORIES Food manufacturers rush to remove certain food dyes to comply with new FDA guidance Trump’s fight to keep non-citizens off voter rolls reignites in second term Hegseth announces new intel on US bombing Iran, criticizes media for pushing preliminary report Trump’s next battlefields: a NATO-snubbing Spain and a conflicted U.S. intel community Trump bombed Iran into a ceasefire and sent a loud message to China and Russia LATEST EPISODES Surf’s Up, WOKE’s Down: Comedian Jonathan Wayne Freeman shreds cancel culture & the censorship kooks Trump’s ‘One Big, Beautiful Bill’ exposed GOP divide & fuels Musk’s threat to form a new political party Trump’s Chief Economic Policy Advisor defends the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, Rep. Biggs also weighed in Supreme Court strikes back, Jesse Binnall says anti-Trump, rogue judges just got checked Trump’s strategic strike on Iran crippled their nuclear ambitions, sparking a new path for regime change RELATED ARTICLES Food manufacturers rush to remove certain food dyes to comply with new FDA guidance Trump’s fight to keep non-citizens off voter rolls reignites

Episodes

Surf’s Up, WOKE’s Down: Comedian Jonathan Wayne Freeman shreds cancel culture & the censorship kooks

/

On this episode of the podcast, comedian Jonathan Wayne Freeman discusses his journey from being a paramedic and reserve fire fighter to a social media influencer with over a million followers. Freeman shares how he lost followers after openly expressing his conservative political views but gained new ones who appreciated his honesty and hot takes. The pair talk about the impact of COVID-19, the 2020 and 2024 elections, and the role of humor in politics. Freeman also mentions his podcast, “Your New Dad,” aimed at providing guidance to young men from divorced families. You can follow this podcast, Amanda Head, and Jonathan Wayne Freeman on X (formerly Twitter) by searching for the respective handles: @FurthermorePod, @AmandaHead, @JonWayneFreeman. You can also tune into his podcast, “Your New Dad” on Spotify or YouTube by searching for his show on those platforms. Hosts & Guests Amanda Head Host Jonathan Wayne Freeman Surfer, Comedian, & Host of the “Your New Dad” Podcast Information Channel Furthermore with Amanda Head Creator Amanda Head Years Active 1 Episodes Rating Clean Copyright ©

Episodes

Trump’s ‘One Big, Beautiful Bill’ exposed GOP divide & fuels Musk’s threat to form a new political party

/

On this episode of the podcast, Amanda Head dives into the high-stakes politics and economic implications of President Trump’s newly passed “One Big Beautiful Bill.” Wisconsin Congressman Glenn Grothman breaks down the legislative battle in the Senate, where temperamental conservatives like Rand Paul, Susan Collins, and Thom Tillis pushed back, prompting criticism from voices like Elon Musk and raising talk of a new political party. Grothman also discusses the transformation of a former airport into a detention center, the troubling rise in attacks on ICE agents, and how unchecked immigration could affect American communities. The second conversation in this episode is with Thomas Savidge who serves as a Research Fellow at the American Institute for Economic Research. He examines the economic reality behind Trump’s flagship bill. While praising the extension of Trump’s 2017 tax cuts and a simplified tax filing process, he warns about the steep price of raising the SALT cap to $40,000 — a move that largely benefits wealthy, high-tax states like California. Savage also critiques the bill’s failure to meaningfully reform Medicaid or streamline the tax code, underscoring how legislative compromise often leaves deeper problems unresolved. You can follow this podcast, Amanda Head, Thomas Savidge and Congressman Grothman on X (formerly Twitter) using the respective handles in the search bar: @FurthermorePod, @AmandaHead, @RepGrothman, @Thomas_Savidge. Hosts & Guests Amanda Head Host Rep. Glenn Grothman Wisconsin Congressman Thomsa Savidge Research Fellow, American Institute for Economic Research Information Channel Furthermore with Amanda Head Creator Amanda Head Years Active 1 Episodes Rating Clean Copyright ©

Stay Connected

Facebook-f X-twitter Instagram Link

Subscribe

Menu

LATEST AUDIO EPISODES

LATEST VIDEO EPISODES

Copyright © 2025 Furthermore with Amanda Head | All Rights Reserved
Scroll to Top