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Sal Assante breaks down the Lindsay Clancy trial and verdict — and why he believes the insanity defense has become a dangerous loophole in the American justice system. From postpartum depression claims and mental health treatment to the burden of proof, Sal argues that letting defendants shift responsibility without stronger standards sets a precedent that undermines accountability. He also connects the case to bigger issues: media narratives that deepen division, propaganda from political leaders, and a justice system that often fails to balance mental health realities with public safety. 🔗 Useful Links:Follow on Substack: https://wethepatriots.substack.com/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wethepatriots/videosFollow Sal on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/salassante?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==X.com: @Sal_assante4Timestamps:00:00 Intro02:31 Overview of the Lindsay Clancy trial and verdict04:12 Legal analysis of the insanity defense and its flaws07:08 The burden of proof in insanity cases and proposed reforms12:06 Societal and political implications of the case16:52 Media manipulation and societal division20:16 Systemic issues in mental health and justice24:33 Disillusionment with current political leadership26:29 The importance of critical thinking and awareness

Sal Assante sounds the alarm on the exploding network of Flock cameras turning America into a surveillance state. These license plate readers create a nationwide tracking system that logs your every move — and much of that data is sold to third parties. From constant monitoring to Orwellian data sharing, Sal breaks down the real purpose behind these cameras and what citizens can do about it. He also revisits COVID-19 policies, Fauci’s role, the lab leak theory, and lingering accountability questions. On the domestic front: immigration policies in New Jersey that blur voting lines, election integrity concerns, and the brutal reality of inflation that’s driven up the cost of living over the past five years. 🔗 Useful Links:Follow on Substack: https://wethepatriots.substack.com/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wethepatriotsFollow Sal on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/salassante?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==X.com: @Sal_assante4Timestamps:00:00 Intro01:12 Flock cameras and privacy concerns04:33 Media, ethics, and “protecting children” argument08:38 What should be done about the cameras11:00 Fauci hearings and COVID retrospective15:10 New Jersey illegals and voting/driver’s licenses20:51 $20 burrito and cost of living24:04 Inflation, gas prices, and Trump criticism28:18 MAGA, Iran, and nuclear rhetoric33:27 Closing thoughts and outro

Sal Assante delivers raw commentary on the week’s biggest stories. The sudden passing of Senator Lindsey Graham sparks major questions about his replacement and the future of hawkish foreign policy in Washington. Meanwhile, a controversial new bill aims to formally integrate U.S. and Israeli military technology — raising serious concerns about sovereignty, endless wars, and America’s depleting military supplies. Sal also addresses the ongoing Middle East conflicts, the choking Canadian wildfires affecting air quality across the border, and vents his frustrations with the Yankees’ current roster and trade rumors. 🔗 Useful Links:Follow on Substack: https://wethepatriots.substack.com/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wethepatriotsFollow Sal on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/salassante?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==X.com: @Sal_assante4Timestamps:00:00 Intro02:12 Lindsey Graham's Death and Political Implications08:02 Depletion of US Military Supplies and Global Risks10:05 US and Israel Formal Military Integration Bill17:47 Canadian Wildfires and Environmental Concerns25:55 Closing Remarks and Yankees Frustration

Sal Assante returns with straight talk on the headlines that actually matter. The Iran conflict continues with no end in sight — “someone’s going to have to cry uncle,” but it may drag on for years with massive costs and no real victory for the U.S. Meanwhile, 84-year-old Mitch McConnell’s health raises serious questions about his future role and the longevity of Washington’s old guard. Sal also shares his unfiltered take on the World Cup (“I couldn’t care less”), media manipulation during election season, and growing threats to American liberties. 🔗 Useful Links:Follow on Substack: https://wethepatriots.substack.com/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wethepatriotsFollow Sal on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/salassante?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==X.com: @Sal_assante4Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:50 Fighting with Iran Resumes04:50 Is Mitch Dead?09:30 US Soccer Eliminated from World Cup

As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, Sal Assante delivers a raw, unflinching reflection on where our nation stands. From endless foreign entanglements and the Iran conflict draining our blood and treasure, to skyrocketing inflation, crushing taxation, and an affordability crisis making the American Dream nearly impossible for working families. Sal contrasts our Founding principles with today’s reality: government surveillance, a new elite ruling class, and free speech under attack. Honesty is always the best policy — yet it’s in short supply in Washington. 🔗 Useful Links:Follow on Substack: https://wethepatriots.substack.com/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wethepatriots/videosFollow Sal on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/salassante?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==X.com: @Sal_assante4Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:30 The American Experiment: A 250-Year Reflection04:50 Geopolitical Entanglements and the Iran Conflict08:46 Founding Principles vs. Modern Governance11:00 The Rise of a New Elite Class15:04 Taxation and Economic Slavery19:35 The Affordability Crisis in America30:07 A Call to Action: Reclaiming Our Democracy

Sal Assante cuts through the chaos in this hard-hitting solo episode. New York City’s crime wave continues to spiral out of control, with soft-on-crime policies failing residents while sports fans get caught in the crossfire. Sal also breaks down a disturbing murder case in Texas involving Carmelo Anthony that’s exposing racial tensions and justice system failures. Internationally, Iran tensions threaten global energy prices and economic stability. And in the wealth debate: Elon Musk’s massive net worth isn’t sitting in a bank — it’s in assets. Sal dismantles the “wealth tax” myth and explains why forcing billionaires to sell assets would destroy value for everyone. 🔗 Useful Links:Follow on Substack: https://wethepatriots.substack.com/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wethepatriots/videosFollow Sal on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/salassante?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==X.com: @Sal_assante4Timestamps:00:00 IntroChapters00:45 New York's Crime Wave and Sports Fandom07:30 Murder Case Analysis: Carmelo Anthony Incident12:19 Global Implications of Iran's Political Situation15:44 The Rise of the Trillionaire: Elon Musk's Wealth24:12 Conclusion and Future Insights

Sal Assante breaks down the shocking loss of Thomas Massie and what it reveals about systemic corruption in American politics. From dark money and Citizens United enabling backroom deals to the explosive growth of AI data centers threatening privacy, jobs, and freedom, this episode pulls no punches. Sal also dives into the heated MLB labor negotiations — salary caps, parity debates, and the future of America’s pastime — plus wild prospects of meteor impacts and space mining as potential game-changers. 🔗 Useful Links:Follow on Substack: https://wethepatriots.substack.com/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wethepatriotsFollow Sal on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/salassante?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==X.com: @Sal_assante4Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:48 - The Fall of Thomas Massie05:24 - The Data Center Controversy09:33 - AI: A Double-Edged Sword14:51 - Baseball Labor Negotiations: A Complex Landscape

Sal Assante goes full throttle on the economic pain Americans are still feeling in 2026. Inflation isn’t “cooling off” — prices have skyrocketed since 2020 and never came back down. Gas has nearly doubled, groceries are crushing families, and everyday life keeps getting more expensive with no relief in sight. Now add the massive explosion of AI data centers sucking up insane amounts of electricity, water, and land. These tech giants are building digital empires while local communities face higher bills, strained infrastructure, and environmental damage. Sal connects the dots between runaway inflation, unchecked AI growth, failing government oversight, and the looming midterm elections. 🔗 Useful Links:Follow on Substack: https://wethepatriots.substack.com/Watch on Youtube: https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UC0Z_Rt_SiPa_HGuyyNW5fLw/videos/upload?filter=%5B%5D&sort=%7B%22columnType%22%3A%22date%22%2C%22sortOrder%22%3A%22DESCENDING%22%7DFollow Sal on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/salassante?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==X.com: @Sal_assante4Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:35 - The State of the Economy & Persistent Inflation05:40 - The Hidden Impact of AI Data Centers13:59 - Political Dynamics, Midterms & What’s Next

Sal Assante delivers a no-holds-barred breakdown of America’s broken political system. Both major parties are stuck with dangerously low approval ratings, and the reason is clear: the Uniparty. Whether it’s endless wars, a failing healthcare system tied to employment, or burying the Epstein files, both sides protect the same elite interests while ignoring the American people. With 45% of voters now identifying as independents, the public is waking up to the media demonization tactics and the illusion of choice between red and blue. Sal explores why trust in both parties is collapsing and what real political reform could look like. 🔗 Useful Links:Follow on Substack: https://wethepatriots.substack.com/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wethepatriots/videosFollow Sal on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/salassante?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==X.com: @Sal_assante4Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:45 The State of Political Approval Ratings02:03 The Uniparty Concept and Its Implications04:47 Voter Sentiment and Party Policies07:33 Healthcare and Political Accountability10:24 The Need for New Political Solutions

Salvatore Assante delivers a hard-hitting solo breakdown of the biggest threats facing America right now. The Southern Poverty Law Center faces major indictment, with explosive claims that the organization has been propping up groups like the KKK for fundraising and influence. Meanwhile, the government pushes deeper economic interventions like the Spirit Airlines buyout, endless foreign wars rack up over $150 billion in Iran alone, and insider trading by politicians continues unchecked. Sal connects the dots: systemic corruption, two sets of rules for elites vs. citizens, rising assassination attempts, and the dangerous slide toward autocracy — all signaling the decline of the American empire. 🔗 Useful Links:Follow on Substack: https://wethepatriots.substack.com/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wethepatriotsFollow Sal on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/salassante?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==X.com: @Sal_assante4Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:45 The State of Our Government: A Warning Sign06:42 Southern Poverty Law Center Indictment: A Deeper Look09:42 Government Intervention in Economics: The Spirit Airlines Buyout10:10 The Forever Wars: A Financial Burden16:11 The Rise of Autocracy: Lessons from History17:07 Assassination Attempts: A Disturbing Trend19:15 Two Sets of Rules: The Divide Between Leaders and Citizens24:05 Finding a Way Forward: The Path to Reform

Salvatore Assante delivers a hard-hitting solo discussion on the dangerous history of U.S. foreign entanglements and their impact on American stability. From the Six Day War and Operation Cyclone to post-9/11 interventions, Libya, and the complex U.S.-Saudi and U.S.-Israel alliances, Sal examines how “wars of choice” and strategies like the Clean Break plan have drained resources, inflated energy prices, and pulled America into endless conflicts. He highlights the oil embargo that quadrupled energy costs, the double-edged nature of support for Israel, and why foreign alliances often come at a steep price for domestic priorities. Sal argues it’s time to reevaluate U.S. strategy, move away from overseas entanglements, and put America First by focusing on national stability over global policing. 🔗 Useful Links:Follow on Substack: https://wethepatriots.substack.com/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wethepatriotsFollow Sal on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/salassante?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==X.com: @Sal_assante4Timestamps:00:00 Intro01:04 - Historical Alliances and Their Consequences04:12 - The Fallout of Post-9/11 Alliances06:32 - The Libya Intervention: A Case Study07:46 - The Complex US-Saudi Relationship09:29 - The Israel Alliance: A Double-Edged Sword15:52 - The Clean Break Strategy and Its Implications19:50 - The Cost of Foreign Entanglements22:47 - Domestic Issues vs. Foreign Entanglements

Sal Assante delivers a sharp, no-holds-barred analysis of the controversial Iran ceasefire and its secret 10-point plan. Was Trump playing high-level “4D chess,” or did the U.S. just hand Iran a strategic victory? The episode breaks down the deal’s key points — uranium enrichment limits, sanctions relief, reparations, and asset releases — while exposing the critical blunder over the Strait of Hormuz. Iran now effectively controls one of the world’s most vital shipping lanes and is turning it into a profitable toll road. Sal examines U.S. military withdrawal signals, the failure to achieve core objectives, and the broader damage to American credibility in the Middle East. He also explores competing theories: Is this a clever exit strategy, an attempt to weaken the U.S.-Israel alliance, or simply another foreign policy disaster? With risks of renewed escalation in Lebanon and beyond, Sal warns of prolonged turmoil, economic fallout, and the dangers of endless wars of choice. 🔗 Useful Links:Follow on Substack: https://wethepatriots.substack.com/Watch on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@wethepatriots/videosFollow Sal on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/salassante?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==X.com: @Sal_assante4Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:33 – Trump: 4D Chess or Blunder?01:04 – The Secret 10-Point Ceasefire Plan02:01 – Strait of Hormuz Control & Shipping Implications03:02 – Reparations, Sanctions Relief & US Failures06:44 – “4D Chess” Theory vs. Strategic Exit09:10 – Future Risks: Lebanon, Escalation & US Credibility15:50 – Closing Thoughts & Advice for Patriots

The Middle East conflict escalates fast—and Americans are already paying the price at the pump and the grocery store. Sal Assante breaks down the latest strikes on Iran, potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz, and how this war is driving oil prices higher while pushing fertilizer and food costs through the roof. With inflation already squeezing working families, Sal examines the risk of U.S. ground troops, rising civilian casualties, and the troubling shift in American wartime standards that once avoided hitting civilian infrastructure. From Trump’s negotiation comments to domestic backlash, supply chain chaos, and long-term regime change risks, this episode connects the dots between foreign policy failures and your wallet. “We’re heading toward rationing and prolonged pain”—is this the cost of endless Middle East wars? 🔗 Useful Links:Follow on Substack: https://wethepatriots.substack.com/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wethepatriotsFollow Sal on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/salassante?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==X.com: @Sal_assante4Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:44 - Iran's current state and recent military actions03:10 - Analysis of the Strait of Hormuz and economic impacts04:35 - Domestic inflation, rising fuel & fertilizer prices08:24 - Civilian casualties and implications for international law10:55 - Inflation trends and American economic struggles13:44 - Civilian targeting and war ethics14:12 - U.S. military's role and civilian casualties15:34 - Shift away from avoiding civilian harm and strategic consequences16:33 - Degradation of U.S. wartime standards and implications21:54 - Closing remarks and hopes for better news

Baseball is back—and the game just got automated. Sal Assante breaks down MLB's controversial new Assisted Ball-Strike (ABS) Challenge System (powered by T-Mobile), which debuted on Opening Day 2026. Players can now challenge umpire ball/strike calls with real-time tech verification, giving teams limited challenges that carry over if successful. Is this a win for accuracy and strategy, or the beginning of the end for traditional umpiring and the human element? Sal explores umpire reactions, job impacts, upcoming CBA negotiations, salary issues, and how automation could reshape America's pastime. He also delivers a quick geopolitical update on the ongoing Iran conflict, including recent US-Israel strikes, troop movements, and escalating tensions. Sports meets world events in classic We The Patriots fashion. 🔗 Useful Links:Follow on Substack: https://wethepatriots.substack.com/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wethepatriotsFollow Sal on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/salassante?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==X.com: @Sal_assante4Timestamps:00:00 Intro01:30 - Major changes in baseball: the Assisted Ball Strike System06:12 - Umpire reactions and adjustments15:11 - Upcoming CBA negotiations and automation20:21 - Iran tensions and troop movements

Sal Assante delivers a no-holds-barred interview-style deep dive into Trump's 2024 campaign promises—where they hit home and where they've crashed. Border security and mass deportations? Major strides with sharp drops in crossings, expanded detention, and National Guard deployments. But the Iran war? A "major failure" costing trillions, spiking fuel prices, and fueling inflation—far from "ending wars." National debt spirals toward crisis, military overspend balloons, Middle East entanglements escalate, and government weaponization/persecution lingers. Plus: Joe Kent's bombshell resignation as counterterrorism chief over the Iran push, highlighting elite pressures and broken anti-war vows. "US war costs exceed $8 trillion"—promises made, but the 'swamp' endures. 🔗 Useful Links:Follow on Substack: https://wethepatriots.substack.com/Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UC0Z_Rt_SiPa_HGuyyNW5fLw/?themeRefresh=1Follow Sal on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/salassante?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==X.com: @Sal_assante4Timestamps:00:00 Intro03:45 Evaluating Trump's Key Campaign Promises20:11 Resignation of Joe Kent and Its Implications31:11 Reflections on Trump's Administration and Future Outlook