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Republicans just took a beating in the midterms, and Joe Pags says the Trump administration failed to explain its own economic victories! Affordability dominated the election, but did voters ever hear the full story? Pags breaks down what went wrong, why Congressman Greg Steube is standing out, and what Republicans need to understand before 2028. Then, a MAJOR White House shakeup! Stephen Miller is replacing Susie Wiles as chief of staff, raising questions about who was responsible for the disastrous midterm strategy and what comes next. Plus, the latest jobs report shows 165,000 jobs added in October, while Houston prepares changes to its cooperation with ICE. The phone lines EXPLODE as Americans weigh in on the election fallout! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Could Republicans have seen the midterm disaster coming? Joe Pags examines Susie Wiles' role in the campaign strategy, why Florida avoided the worst of the blue wave, and the latest questions surrounding election integrity. Then, Pags highlights Stephen Miller's immigration record and makes his case for how stronger enforcement benefits American communities. Plus, constitutional attorney and Article III Project's Josh Hammer joins for part one of an explosive two-part conversation! With Democrats taking control of Congress, could they make Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico states? Can they eliminate the Electoral College or pack the Supreme Court? And how much can President Trump's veto power actually stop? Pags and Hammer examine what Democrats can legally accomplish, the threat of another impeachment, and why Republicans failed to act when they controlled Washington. An incredible constitutional deep dive! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The fallout from the midterms continues as Joe Pags examines Alan Dershowitz's warning about Democratic lawmakers telling Republicans to lawyer up! Could those threats cross a legal line? Then, Senator Chris Murphy suffers a hemorrhagic stroke and announces he'll miss several weeks of Senate business while recovering. Plus, President Trump clashes with reporters over the election results and Texas Governor-elect Gina Hinojosa, while Pags takes on the growing debate over targeted advertising, religious messaging, and Elon Musk's latest Cybertruck announcement. The phone lines LIGHT UP with passionate listeners! Then, Josh Hammer returns for part two of his fascinating conversation about the new Democratic Congress. Could lawmakers impeach Trump again, expand the Supreme Court, or radically change America's political system? What can the president stop, and what powers does Congress actually have? Pags and Hammer break down the constitutional limits and the political battles ahead! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The stock market takes a massive hit while gas prices are actually dropping! What is going on with America's economy? Joe Pags breaks down the wild market reaction following the midterms and makes one thing clear: he's not sad about the election results, he's FIRED UP! Then, could Florida Governor Ron DeSantis be preparing another run for president in 2028? Pags explains why he believes it's a real possibility. Plus, did President Trump's decision to skip the podcast circuit hurt Republicans in the midterms? Pags and the crew compare Trump's massive podcast presence during the 2024 presidential election with the dramatically different approach in 2026. Could reaching fewer young voters have made a difference, or is there something much bigger behind the GOP's losses? A fascinating conversation about what went wrong and what comes next! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rosie O'Donnell is considering returning to America after the Democrats' midterm victories, and Joe Pags has one question: WHO CARES? Pags points out that conservatives aren't rioting in the streets over election losses and takes on the political double standards. Then, major shakeup in the Trump administration! Harmeet Dhillon resigns from the Justice Department's Civil Rights Division, and Pags examines her departure and the administration's fight against DEI policies. Plus, an incredible true-crime interview! Former federal prosecutor Ed McDonald joins Pags for part one of a fascinating inside look at organized crime and his pursuit of notorious mobster Michael Franzese. From the real-life Mafia families behind Goodfellas to the investigations, prosecutions, and secrets of the mob, McDonald shares extraordinary stories from the front lines of taking down organized crime. You don't want to miss this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is fighting back as Republican Congressman Thomas Massie pushes for his impeachment over the ongoing war with Iran! Joe Pags breaks down the growing showdown and delivers his own message to the Trump administration: it's time to END THIS WAR! How much longer will American troops remain involved, and what's the plan to bring the conflict to a close? Pags demands answers as frustrated Americans flood the phone lines and messages with their reactions. Then, former federal prosecutor Ed McDonald returns for part two of his incredible true-crime conversation! Go deeper into the real Mafia world behind Goodfellas, the criminal empire of Michael Franzese, and the extraordinary investigations that helped bring organized crime figures to justice. From mob secrets to courtroom battles, this is an unforgettable conversation! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you were shocked by last night's election results, Joe Pags says you weren't paying attention! Democrats deliver a massive midterm victory, taking control of Congress while Texas Republicans suffer stunning defeats. Gina Hinojosa beats Greg Abbott, James Talarico defeats Ken Paxton, and the political landscape of the Lone Star State changes overnight! Is Texas officially blue, or can Republicans turn things around in 2028? Pags breaks down exactly what went wrong, what Republicans failed to do, and how the GOP can recover. Meanwhile, Democrats are already taunting Republicans with warnings to lawyer up! The phone lines LIGHT UP as Americans react to the results, and Pags has plenty to say about what comes next! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The election fallout continues, and Joe Pags isn't holding back! Congressman Brandon Gill earns praise from Pags, but serious questions remain about Republican leadership and the party's devastating midterm performance. Plus, is War Secretary Pete Hegseth facing new trouble? Pags examines the controversy and what it could mean for the Trump administration. Then, Texas State Representative Brian Harrison joins for an explosive conversation about the future of Texas under Governor-elect Gina Hinojosa! Harrison is calling for an emergency special legislative session before she takes office in January, warning about the sweeping policy changes she could pursue. Could Texas eventually face a state income tax? What powers can lawmakers limit before the transition, and can Republicans stop the state's political transformation? A must-hear discussion! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump responds to the Republican Party's devastating midterm losses as Democrats celebrate taking Congress and flipping major Republican strongholds! Joe Pags reacts to statements from James Talarico, Ilhan Omar, and Chuck Schumer while asking a tough question: Republicans controlled the House, Senate, and presidency for nearly TWO YEARS, so why didn't they accomplish more? Pags believes Texas can bounce back in 2028, but major changes are needed! Then, national security expert Victoria Coates joins for an incredible examination of the election's international consequences. How much did the Iran war contribute to Republican losses? What does the outcome mean for Ukraine, global energy, and America's national security? Plus, California voters weigh in on a controversial tax proposal, and Pags examines whether a Democratic Congress could force Trump to change course on Iran. An explosive final hour examining what went wrong and what comes next! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's ELECTION DAY 2026, and Joe Pags is covering every major development as Americans head to the polls! Reports of voting machine problems, ballot shortages, and other disruptions are already making headlines. What's happening, when do the polls close, and what should voters know? Pags breaks it all down! Then, Democrats are talking about a potential blue tsunami, but will the actual results match the predictions? Plus, the bizarre Alaska Senate controversy involving TWO candidates named Dan Sullivan continues as voters make their choices! Pags examines the latest developments and what the controversy could mean for the race. The phone lines LIGHT UP as Americans share their Election Day experiences, concerns, and predictions. An explosive first hour! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Election Day is in full swing, and the Trump administration is making its voice heard! Joe Pags plays his favorite clips from White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, border czar Tom Homan, and Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin as the country decides the future of Congress and key governorships. From immigration and the economy to the biggest political battles of the year, Pags breaks down what's at stake. Meanwhile, listeners from across America are flooding the phone lines with their voting experiences, frustrations, and predictions! Plus, Arizona Congressman and Republican gubernatorial candidate Andy Biggs joins Pags for a major Election Day conversation about his showdown with Governor Katie Hobbs. What is he hearing from voters, and what issues are driving this closely watched race? Don't miss it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The polls are closing, and the first results of the 2026 midterms are beginning to roll in! Joe Pags follows the early returns LIVE, comparing them with the predictions Americans have been hearing for weeks. Were the pollsters on target, or are voters delivering some major surprises? Pags breaks down the races, the numbers, and the developing election-night story as more results come in. Then, a controversial San Antonio woman finds herself at odds with Turning Point USA, and Pags has plenty to say about the confrontation! Plus, listeners are flooding the show with calls, messages, and reactions as America watches the results unfold. An action-packed final hour of election coverage! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Election Eve, and Joe Pags kicks things off with a major guest! New York Republican gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman calls in LIVE to discuss his showdown with Kathy Hochul, why he says Democrats are crossing party lines to support him, and his plans to end New York's sanctuary-state policies through executive action. Plus, how safe are New York City's subways, and what needs to change? Pags breaks down the biggest midterm races across America and what's at stake as voters prepare to head to the polls. The phone lines LIGHT UP as fired-up listeners share their predictions, concerns, and frustrations. An explosive start to Election Eve! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Election Day is almost here, and Joe Pags is worried about what could happen to Congress! He's challenging Americans to prove his concerns wrong as the country prepares for a major political showdown. Then, Pags takes aim at Tucker Carlson, questioning his latest commentary and whether there's actually any substance behind it. What's really going on? Plus, Texas Governor Greg Abbott joins Pags for a major Election Eve conversation about his race against Democrat Gina Hinojosa, the future of Texas, and the biggest challenges facing the Lone Star State. From border security and the economy to the political battles shaping America's future, it's an important discussion you don't want to miss! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2026 midterms are breaking spending records, with an estimated $11.6 BILLION pouring into the elections! Joe Pags breaks down the staggering numbers and the growing controversy in Alaska, where TWO candidates named Dan Sullivan are on the Senate ballot. Federal investigators are examining allegations of a coordinated effort to confuse voters, and the legal battle is intensifying just hours before Election Day! Meanwhile, President Trump and Vice President JD Vance make their final campaign push, with Vance taking aim at Democratic socialism. Plus, James O'Keefe is back with another investigation involving James Talarico! Then, Kay Smythe Hill joins for a fascinating discussion about global threats, emergency preparedness, and alarming claims about everyday technology. Should Americans be stocking up on supplies, or is fear-driven propaganda getting out of control? And what's behind the bizarre warnings about our refrigerators? Pags and Kay dig into it all! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices