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Democrats are preparing to target Pete Hegseth with impeachment efforts following their midterm election victories. The push to impeach Hegseth reveals a political double standard, argues Victor Davis Hanson on today’s edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words.” Hanson criticizes Democrats for pursuing investigations against Trump officials rather than addressing affordability, comparing accusations against Hegseth to military actions and controversies under previous Democrat administrations. Victor Davis Hanson and Sami Winc also examine the ongoing conflict with Iran and the surprising strength of the U.S. economy.  Hanson argues that falling gas prices, rising wages, and economic growth point to a hidden economic boom that Democrats are reluctant to acknowledge. The episode also discusses Harmeet Dhillon’s resignation, the Democrats’ social media strategy during the midterms, and the future of immigration enforcement following the “blue wave” of the midterm elections. City Journal - Visit our college rankings and see how your school measures up at https://collegerankings.city-journal.org/rankings?utm_source=victor_davis_hanson&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=college_rankings_2026 My Patriot Supply - Go to http://preparewithvdh.com and save. GhostBed - Go to http://www.GhostBed.com/VDH and use promo code VDH to receive 10% off! Alliance Defending Freedom - Go to http://JoinADF.com/HANSON or text HANSON to 83848 to make your tax-deductible gift today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The war with Iran divides the MAGA movement as conservatives clash over Trump's foreign policy and accusations of neoconservative influence. Victor Davis Hanson and Jack Fowler examine the growing divisions within the MAGA movement on today's edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words.” Hanson also reflects on Charlie Kirk's legacy, his influence on young conservatives, and the disturbing reactions to his assassination, warning about the acceptance and celebration of political violence seen after Charlie’s assassination. They discuss Tucker Carlson's break with the MAGA movement and growing opposition to the war with Iran. Hanson defends confronting Iran's nuclear threat, but warns against deploying ground troops or repeating the mistakes of past wars. The episode also examine California's political future under newly elected Governor Xavier Becerra.  Allegiance Gold - Visit http://protectwithvictor.com to learn about a special Liberty Offer. Hillsdale - Go to http://hillsdale.edu/VDH to enroll in Hillsdale College’s free, seven-lesson online course, “C.S. Lewis on Christianity.” City Journal - Visit our college rankings and see how your school measures up at https://collegerankings.city-journal.org/rankings?utm_source=victor_davis_hanson&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=college_rankings_2026  GhostBed - Go to http://www.GhostBed.com/VDH and use promo code VDH to receive 10% off! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins reveals widespread alleged food stamp fraud, government waste at the USDA, and growing threats to America's family farms on this special episode of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words” Victor Davis Hanson sits down with Rollins to discuss the Trump administration’s efforts to reform the Department of Agriculture, eliminate DEI programs, reduce bureaucracy, and combat fraud in federal assistance programs. Rollins details alleged abuses within the SNAP food stamp program, including duplicate benefits, the use of deceased individuals’ Social Security numbers, and millions of recipients leaving the program.  They also discuss California’s agricultural crisis, criticizing restrictive water policies and other factors that are wearing on California farmers. This episode also explores the disappearance of family farms, as a consequences of government regulations and agricultural subsidies.  This is leading to the growing consolidation of America's food supply, which poses a threat to the future security of America’s food supply. NEW FILM, The Immigration Crisis That Will Destroy The West, presented by The Heritage Foundation, OUT NOW: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pX0rwaEs5jA 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸The Counterrevolution: The Fall and Rise of Donald Trump and the MAGA MovementThe Daily Signal, the proud producers of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words,” has a special limited time offer:  With a monthly donation $14, you’ll become BOTH a Signal Elite Supporter AND receive a copy of “The Counterrevolution: The Fall and Rise of Donald Trump and the MAGA Movement”Click here to order: https://secured.dailysignal.com/support-daily-signal-today/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=signalelite&utm_content=260820-vdh-book-youtube  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trump's presidency is far from over despite Republicans' sweeping midterm losses. Victor Davis Hanson argues that poor economic messaging, immigration enforcement, the Iran war, and concerns over corruption contributed to the defeat, while warning of rising antisemitism in Philadelphia and on college campuses. City Journal - Visit our college rankings and see how your school measures up at https://collegerankings.city-journal.org/rankings?utm_source=victor_davis_hanson&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=college_rankings_2026 CovePure - Go to http://CovePure.com/VDH right now and get $250 off your purchase! Allegiance Gold - Visit http://protectwithvictor.com to learn about a special Liberty Offer. Alliance Defending Freedom - Go to http://JoinADF.com/HANSON or text HANSON to 83848 to make your tax-deductible gift today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Republicans suffered major midterm losses despite what Victor Davis Hanson argues was a stronger economy under Trump. The failure to explain inflation, lingering high prices, and misleading economic narratives may have cost Republicans at the ballot box. Plus, JD Vance, Ron DeSantis, and the presidencies of Grant and Coolidge. Pure Health Research - Visit purehealthresearch.com and use coupon code VICTOR to save 35% on your order today.   Blackout Coffee - Go to BlackoutCoffee.com/VDH or use code VDH for 20% off your first order. NEW FILM, The Immigration Crisis That Will Destroy The West, presented by The Heritage Foundation, OUT NOW: https://youtu.be/pX0rwaEs5jA?si=p-Brtu2N961oMS9y “The Counterrevolution: The Fall and Rise of Donald Trump and the MAGA Movement” NOW: https://www.amazon.com/Counterrevolution-Fall-Donald-Trump-Movement-ebook/dp/B0GF1K43WM  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oakland's struggles with crime, homelessness, and squatting raise questions about the consequences of progressive policies, while growing unrest across Europe reflects frustration over housing costs and economic opportunities. Victor Davis Hanson and Jack Fowler also address the growing influence of socialism, concerns over AI and antisemitism, and the controversy surrounding DEI and historical revisionism on college campuses. Allegiance Gold - Visit http://protectwithvictor.com to learn about a special Liberty Offer.   Home Title Lock - Go to https://hometitlelock.com/victor to apply promo code VICTOR for a FREE title history report and a FREE TRIAL of their Triple Lock Protection.   Alliance Defending Freedom - Alliance Defending Freedom is in the front lines of the fight for freedom. Visit JoinADF.com/HANSON or text HANSON to 83848 to help ADF in their fight, and for a limited time your donation will be matched by a special grant, doubling the impact.  NEW FILM, The Immigration Crisis That Will Destroy The West, presented by The Heritage Foundation, OUT NOW: https://youtu.be/pX0rwaEs5jA?si=p-Brtu2N961oMS9y Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Democrats sweep the 2026 midterms, delivering Republicans a historic defeat and reshaping the balance of power in Washington. Victor Davis Hanson breaks down what went wrong, from the Iran war and immigration to economic messaging, and what the Democratic wave means for Trump's final two years and the 2028 election. Simple - Visit the link below to take the survey and get your personalized weight loss plan. And right now, use code VICTOR to get 85% off! https://simple.life/survey/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=victor&safe=true CovePure - Go to http://CovePure.com/VDH right now and get $250 off your purchase!   Vaer Watches - Go to http:// www.vaerwatches.com/vdh NEW FILM, The Immigration Crisis That Will Destroy The West, presented by The Heritage Foundation, OUT NOW: https://youtu.be/pX0rwaEs5jA?si=p-Brtu2N961oMS9y Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With control of the House and Senate at stake in the 2026 midterms, Republicans face a critical test as questions grow over misleading polls, media bias, and what a Democratic victory could mean for Trump's presidency. Meanwhile, Europe's growing alliance between socialists and Islamist activists raises questions about conflicting political values, as concerns over rising antisemitism intensify following a controversial Michigan Senate campaign ad blaming U.S. support for Israel for higher grocery prices. My Patriot Supply - Vist http://preparewithvdh.com and get their 90 day Emergency Food Kit now! Allegiance Gold - Visit http://protectwithvictor.com to learn about a special Liberty Offer. Alliance Defending Freedom - Alliance Defending Freedom is in the front lines of the fight for freedom. Visit http://JoinADF.com/HANSON or text HANSON to 83848 to help ADF in their fight, and for a limited time your donation will be matched by a special grant, doubling the impact. NEW FILM, The Immigration Crisis That Will Destroy The West, presented by The Heritage Foundation, OUT NOW: https://youtu.be/pX0rwaEs5jA?si=p-Brtu2N961oMS9y Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With Election Day approaching, an alliance between the Socialists and Islamists has formed on the American Left. The consequences of Mark Carney's refusal of trade deals with the U.S. increase as hundreds of thousands of jobs disappear in Canada. Brazil elects a socialist after laws change dubiously to extend the timeframe in which votes are cast. France faces a choice in its upcoming election to resist the ideologies that burn its cities down; however, the medicine of closed borders and diminished state welfare seems worse than its disease to the European left. Victor delves into the presidencies of James Garfield and Woodrow Wilson for the Saturday Special’s presidential segment. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸The Counterrevolution: The Fall and Rise of Donald Trump and the MAGA MovementThe Daily Signal, the proud producers of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words,” has a special limited time offer:  With a monthly donation $14, you’ll become BOTH a Signal Elite Supporter AND receive a copy of “The Counterrevolution: The Fall and Rise of Donald Trump and the MAGA Movement”Click here to order: https://secured.dailysignal.com/support-daily-signal-today/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=signalelite&utm_content=260820-vdh-book-youtube NEW FILM, The Immigration Crisis That Will Destroy The West, presented by The Heritage Foundation, OUT NOW: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pX0rwaEs5jA Vaer Watches - Go to http://www.vaerwatches.com/vdhHome Title Lock - Go to https://hometitlelock.com/victor to apply promo code VICTOR for a FREE title history report and a FREE TRIAL of their Triple Lock Protection. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the 2026 midterms approaching, Republicans face a critical test as Democrats look to regain control of Congress. Victor Davis Hanson and Sami Winc examine misleading polls, media bias and controversy surrounding a Michigan Senate candidate’s ad linking support for Israel to rising grocery prices. They also discuss proposals to nationalize Elon Musk’s SpaceX and Starlink, the Left’s changing attitude toward Musk and Gavin Newsom’s comments on socialism and the future of the Democratic Party. Allegiance Gold - Visit http://protectwithvictor.com to learn about a special Liberty Offer.   Pure Health Research - Visit purehealthresearch.com and use coupon code VICTOR to save 35% on your order today.   Alliance Defending Freedom - Alliance Defending Freedom is in the front lines of the fight for freedom. Visit JoinADF.com/HANSON or text HANSON to 83848 to help ADF in their fight, and for a limited time your donation will be matched by a special grant, doubling the impact. NEW FILM, The Immigration Crisis That Will Destroy The West, presented by The Heritage Foundation, OUT NOW: https://youtu.be/pX0rwaEs5jA?si=p-Brtu2N961oMS9y Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Barack Obama is taking aim at Donald Trump’s White House renovations, personal wealth and foreign policy, inviting scrutiny of his own record. On “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words,” Hanson and Jack Fowler weigh those attacks against Obama’s controversial presidential center, growing fortune and foreign policy decisions, including the Iran nuclear deal and Benghazi, raising questions about political hypocrisy. Hanson also addresses claims of fabricated election polling, warning that misleading numbers can influence voter enthusiasm, fundraising and turnout. Trump’s foreign policy draws comparisons with Richard Nixon’s Cold War diplomacy, including the case for a negotiated end to the war in Ukraine and questions about Europe’s dependence on American military support. The episode also revisits the devastating Battle of Verdun and its lasting impact on France, alongside lessons from Agincourt about military strategy and the consequences of war. Allegiance Gold - Visit http://protectwithvictor.com to learn about a special Liberty Offer.   Blackout Coffee - Go to http://BlackoutCoffee.com/VDH or use code VDH for 20% off your first order.   GhostBed - Go to http://www.GhostBed.com/VDH and use promo code VDH to receive 10% off! NEW FILM, The Immigration Crisis That Will Destroy The West, presented by The Heritage Foundation, OUT NOW: https://youtu.be/pX0rwaEs5jA?si=p-Brtu2N961oMS9y Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

LeBron James has made a fortune in America, yet he can’t show a few minutes of respect during the national anthem. Jack Fowler and I look at his latest antics, the NBA’s ties to China, and the political double standards surrounding Caitlin Clark and the WNBA. We also examine the charges against two former FBI officials over the Hunter Biden laptop investigation, reports of Antifa networks behind Europe’s unrest, California’s proposed billionaire tax, and the Smithsonian’s treatment of Shelby and Eli Steele’s documentary, White Guilt. CovePure - Go to http://CovePure.com/VDH right now and get $250 off your purchase!   GhostBed - Go to http://www.GhostBed.com/VDH and use promo code VDH to receive 10% off!   Alliance Defending Freedom - Alliance Defending Freedom is in the front lines of the fight for freedom. Visit http://JoinADF.com/HANSON or text HANSON to 83848 to help ADF in their fight, and for a limited time your donation will be matched by a special grant, doubling the impact. NEW FILM, The Immigration Crisis That Will Destroy The West, presented by The Heritage Foundation, OUT NOW: https://youtu.be/pX0rwaEs5jA?si=p-Brtu2N961oMS9y “The Counterrevolution: The Fall and Rise of Donald Trump and the MAGA Movement” NOW: https://www.amazon.com/Counterrevolution-Fall-Donald-Trump-Movement-ebook/dp/B0GF1K43WM  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, I sat down with Sami Winc to discuss the growing unrest in France, antisemitic attacks, and the consequences of Europe’s immigration policies. We examine the economic and cultural pressures facing European nations, including the strain on social welfare systems, declining defense capabilities, and the struggle to preserve national identity. We also turn to challenges closer to home, including America’s mounting national debt, wealth tax proposals, and what the presidencies of Rutherford B. Hayes and Warren G. Harding reveal about political corruption and public accountability. Along the way, we discuss why some Americans are reconsidering life abroad, the debate surrounding the WNBA, and the lessons Israel’s counterterrorism efforts offer for the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Pure Health Research - Visit http://purehealthresearch.com and use coupon code VICTOR to save 35% on your order today.   Blackout Coffee - Go to http://BlackoutCoffee.com/VDH or use code VDH for 20% off your first order. “The Counterrevolution: The Fall and Rise of Donald Trump and the MAGA Movement” NOW: https://www.amazon.com/Counterrevolution-Fall-Donald-Trump-Movement-ebook/dp/B0GF1K43WM  NEW FILM, The Immigration Crisis That Will Destroy The West, presented by The Heritage Foundation, OUT NOW: https://youtu.be/pX0rwaEs5jA?si=p-Brtu2N961oMS9y Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2026 midterms will be a critical test of the direction of the Democratic Party and the future of American politics. From the questions and controversies surrounding Rep. Ilhan Omar to the economy, the war with Iran and the ongoing struggle over Ukraine, these issues raise serious questions about leadership, accountability and America’s national interests.   Europe’s reluctance to support American efforts and the economic pressures facing Americans displays the challenges confronting the country. The midterms will be about more than individual candidates or policy disputes; they will help determine the direction of the nation and the balance of power in Congress. My Patriot Supply - Go to HTTP://WWW.PREPAREWITHVDH.COM and get your Winter Prep Bundle - 114 servings of emergency food with real meals you can count on, a VESTA heater and stove that’s safe to use indoors, backup power with solar charging, emergency lighting, and thermal blankets   -  and save almost $300 while it’s still available.   Allegiance Gold - Visit http://protectwithvictor.com to learn about a special Liberty Offer.   Hydralift - Head over to http://pureance.com right now and you can try HydraLift Volumizing Shampoo risk-free and save 35% by using the discount code VICTOR.   Alliance Defending Freedom - Alliance Defending Freedom is in the front lines of the fight for freedom. Visit http://JoinADF.com/HANSON or text HANSON to 83848 to help ADF in their fight, and for a limited time your donation will be matched by a special grant, doubling the impact. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Western civilization is facing a crisis of its own making. Across Europe, mass immigration, failed assimilation, economic stagnation, and political paralysis are threatening the very foundations of nations that once dominated the world. Rather than confront these problems, European leaders seem determined to double down on the policies that created them. Meanwhile, Barack Obama's warnings about political retaliation raise questions about his own administration's record, NPR's Katherine Maher receives a free speech award, and America's universities are producing students who struggle with basic reading and comprehension. We also look at Elon Musk's latest innovations and what they reveal about America's ability to build and innovate. Allegiance Gold - Visit http://protectwithvictor.com to learn about a special Liberty Offer.  Vaer Watches - Go to http://www.vaerwatches.com/vdh “The Counterrevolution: The Fall and Rise of Donald Trump and the MAGA Movement” NOW: https://www.amazon.com/Counterrevolution-Fall-Donald-Trump-Movement-ebook/dp/B0GF1K43WM  NEW FILM, The Immigration Crisis That Will Destroy The West, presented by The Heritage Foundation, OUT NOW: https://youtu.be/pX0rwaEs5jA?si=p-Brtu2N961oMS9y Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices