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Paxton's Victory Shows Everyone That Trump Still Rules the Party

A Great Deal, Or No Deal at All

Ken Paxton wins big!

Ken Paxton Wins Big!

M and M Extra: Greed and Taxes

Mark says it best—and listen to this, because it's gold. There is no greed more insatiable than collectivist government. None. They always want more. More of your money, more control, more of your life. Let me say it plain: No working American should get a free ride on someone else's dime. You work? You pay your share. That's how it works. But this idea that some folks get to go tax-free while the rest of us foot the bill? That's not fairness—that's theft. And we're done pretending otherwise -------------------- Two iconic talk radio hosts. One unfiltered daily conversation. No scripts. No spin. Just Mike Gallagher and Mark Davis breaking down the news the way it should be — with decades of experience and zero apologies. If you love smart unscripted talk show chemistry, you’re in the right place. Subscribe & Watch M and M Extra Live ?? youtube.com/@MandMExtra ?? Weekdays at 12 PM ET Watch The Mike Gallagher Show Live ?? salemnewschannel.com/watch-live ?? Weekdays 9 AM – 12 PM ET Listen to The Mark Davis Show ?? 660amtheanswer.com/listenlive ?? Weekdays at 7AM - 10AM CT

Trump Accounts app launches this week

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said during the Cabinet meeting that the app would launch “on all major platforms" on Thursday, May 28. A provision of Trump’s tax legislation, Trump Accounts are meant to give $1,000 to every newborn, so long as their parents open an account. That money is then invested in the stock market by private firms, and the child can access the money when they turn 18. Calling it a “great symbol of the 250th anniversary,” Bessent said that “nearly 6 million kids” had been signed up for the accounts, which officially launch July 4.

James Talarico is a wolf in sheep's clothing

James Talarico is a Wolf in Sheep's Clothing

1 Dead, Others Missing After Washington Paper Mill Tank Implosion

LONGVIEW, Wash. (AP) — Authorities say there’s no hope of finding more survivors at a Washington paper mill where nine missing workers remain missing after a tank imploded and released a highly destructive chemical mixture. Authorities have confirmed that at least one person was killed in Tuesday's implosion at Nippon Dynawave Packaging Co. in Longview. Crews hope to resume searching Wednesday but must stabilize the tank before any of the bodies can be recovered. Officials say it is at risk of collapsing further and leaking more of the caustic liquid. The cause of the implosion remains unknown. Authorities says there’s no threat to the public.

Rubio says US cannot allow any Ebola cases to enter the country

WASHINGTON, May 27 (Reuters) - The United States must prevent any cases of Ebola from entering the country from the Democratic Republic of Congo, where an outbreak has already caused a suspected 220 deaths and 900 cases, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Wednesday. "We cannot and will not allow any cases of Ebola to enter the United States," Rubio told President Donald Trump at a cabinet meeting. "The State Department and other agencies represented here, the Centers for Disease Control, HHS, others, are working very, very hard to contain this crisis to the countries where it's currently located, particularly the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and so we surged assistance to make sure that it is being contained there," Rubio said. The U.S. CDC last week imposed entry restrictions for 30 days on travelers who have been in the DRC, Uganda and South Sudan in the past 21 days, including lawful permanent residents, known as Green Card holders. It is also screening people traveling from those countries at three U.S. airports.

Trump says US not satisfied yet on deal with Iran

WASHINGTON, May 27 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday told a cabinet meeting that Iran very much wanted to make a deal, but that the U.S. was not satisfied with it yet. "Iran is very much intent, they want very much to make a deal. So far they haven't gotten there ... we're not satisfied with it, but we will be. We will be either that or we'll have to just finish the job," Trump told reporters at a cabinet meeting at the White House.

Nate Leupp Helps Us Understand South Carolina Politics

Nate Leupp, leader of the Fourth District Republican Club, discusses Democrat David Pascoe, who is running for South Carolina Attorney General in the Republican primary, and what South Carolina’s primary rules could mean for the race.

Ken Paxton Crushes John Cornyn By 27 Points In TX Primary

Trump’s powerful endorsement once again proved it’s the voters—not the DC insiders or big-money machine—who decide Texas races.

Pam Bondi recovering after thyroid cancer diagnosis

Former Attorney General Pam Bondi is reportedly recovering after being diagnosed with thyroid cancer shortly after stepping down from her role at the Justice Department. Multiple reports say Bondi underwent treatment, including surgery, and is now recovering well. Sources familiar with the situation say the diagnosis came after her departure from the Trump administration earlier this year. Bondi, who served as attorney general during President Donald Trump’s administration, has not publicly detailed her treatment but reportedly told CNN she is “doing well.” The news surfaced as reports emerged that Trump had appointed Bondi to a new White House advisory role focused on artificial intelligence policy.

Oil Prices Fall On Hopes Of Iran Peace Deal

Oil prices dropped sharply , falling to around $89 a barrel after reports suggested a possible peace agreement between the United States and Iran could reopen the Strait of Hormuz within the next month. The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most critical shipping routes, carrying roughly 20 percent of the global oil supply. Any disruption in the region has major impacts on fuel prices and international markets. Investors reacted positively to reports that negotiations between Washington and Tehran are progressing, raising hopes that tensions in the Middle East could ease and energy shipments could stabilize. Despite the market optimism, officials say negotiations are still ongoing and no formal agreement has been finalized.

Trump's Upcoming White House Cabinet Meeting On Iran

Iran expert Jonathan Schanzer on Trump's upcoming White House cabinet meeting on Iran.

Dems Protest ICE Facility On Memorial Day

Former ICE chief Jonathan Fahey on Democrats Protesting An ICE Facility on Memorial Day.

Ken Paxton Defeats John Cornyn In Texas Primary

Tulsi Gabbard To Step Down

Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard is preparing to step down from her position as the nation’s top intelligence official. The announcement comes as Gabbard continues releasing additional classified findings before leaving office, though details about the material have not yet been fully disclosed publicly. The White House has not announced an official departure date or named a potential successor. Gabbard, a former Democratic congresswoman who later aligned with President Donald Trump, has served as a key figure in the administration’s intelligence and national security operations. Her expected departure is likely to draw significant attention in Washington as questions remain about the timing of the release of classified information and the future direction of U.S. intelligence leadership.

Trump administration pushes federal NDAs

The Trump administration is proposing non-disclosure agreements for all current and future federal employees as part of a broader effort to crack down on leaks to the media. A draft notice posted by the Office of Personnel Management would require government workers to acknowledge their legal obligation to protect non-public, confidential and proprietary information. The proposal states that employees would still maintain the right to make disclosures authorized by law, including certain whistleblower protections. Officials are now seeking public comment on the proposed policy and whether it should apply only to unclassified information. The administration is also asking agencies to weigh what actions, if any, should be taken against employees who refuse to sign the agreements.

TX Attorney General Ken Paxton Wins Runoff For U.S. Senate

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has won the Republican runoff for U.S. Senate, defeating longtime Senator John Cornyn. Paxton’s victory marks a major political shakeup in Texas and ends Cornyn’s decades-long hold on statewide Republican politics. Cornyn, a longtime fixture in Washington and former Senate Republican whip, faced growing criticism from conservative voters aligned with former President Donald Trump. Paxton, who has served as Texas attorney general since 2015, campaigned as a hardline conservative and closely aligned himself with Trump throughout the race. His win sets up a closely watched general election battle that could draw national attention and significant campaign spending.

Minneapolis Police Chief Resigns

Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara has resigned after city officials accused him of interfering with an internal investigation into his conduct. Mayor Jacob Frey says investigators found O’Hara deleted information from a city-issued phone and violated confidentiality orders during the probe. The investigation originally involved allegations of inappropriate relationships with city employees, though officials say those claims were never substantiated. Frey said O’Hara was facing disciplinary action that could have included termination, but chose to resign instead. The mayor called the decision necessary to maintain public trust in city leadership. O’Hara became Minneapolis police chief in 2022 as the department continued efforts to reform policing practices following the 2020 killing of George Floyd, which sparked nationwide protests and calls for police accountability. Assistant Chief Katie Blackwell will temporarily lead the department while the city searches for a new chief.