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SAVE Act Stalls in Senate | House Subpoenas AG Pam Bondi | Guaranteed Income for Immigrants? (Ep 688)

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A packed show today with major developments in Washington and right here in South Carolina.

Senate Republicans attempted to push the SAVE Act forward — legislation aimed at strengthening election integrity and requiring proof of citizenship for voting — but the bill has hit a roadblock, signaling more negotiations ahead on Capitol Hill.

At the same time, the House Oversight Committee has issued a subpoena to Pam Bondi, demanding testimony over what lawmakers are calling potential mismanagement of the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein and the handling of related files. This could mark a major escalation in efforts to uncover more details surrounding the case.

Meanwhile, a controversial pilot program in Illinois is drawing national attention. The initiative would provide a guaranteed income — including to immigrants — raising serious questions about incentives, taxpayer funding, and the potential impact on immigration policy if expanded nationwide.

Back in South Carolina, state senators are once again moving to remove the interim director of the public health department, revisiting concerns tied to the agency’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.

And the race for governor continues to take shape, as businessman Rom Reddy officially enters the contest, adding another name to an already growing field.

In today’s episode:

• SAVE Act update and Senate gridlock

• House subpoena targeting Attorney General Pam Bondi

• Illinois guaranteed income program controversy

• South Carolina public health leadership battle

• New candidate enters SC governor’s race

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Government Shutdown Fight Escalates | Are Foreign Investors Pricing Out Americans? (Ep 687)

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Washington is still locked in a standoff over the partial government shutdown, and the debate is now centered on immigration enforcement and funding for the Department of Homeland Security.

Senate Democrats say they want to reopen the government, but they have repeatedly blocked Republican efforts to restore funding for Department of Homeland Security as they push for changes to immigration policy. The question now is whether a compromise can be reached before the shutdown drags on even longer.

Meanwhile, a new housing study is raising alarm bells across the country. The report shows that foreign buyers are purchasing U.S. homes at a record pace, raising concerns that young American families are being priced out of the housing market as global investors compete for limited housing supply.

We’ll break down what the numbers show and what it could mean for the future of homeownership in the United States.

Closer to home, Drew McKissick joins the show to discuss the opening of the candidate filing period in South Carolina, marking the official start of another critical election season in the Palmetto State.

And later in the program, broadcaster Mike Gallagher stops by to talk about the Food for the Poor campaign, an effort aimed at helping families in need. As part of the campaign, Mike and Joey will be hosting a special private lunch for donors supporting the initiative.

In today’s episode:

• Senate battle over DHS funding and the government shutdown

• Immigration policy debate in Washington

• Foreign investors buying U.S. homes at record levels

• South Carolina candidate filing begins

• Mike Gallagher joins the show to talk about the Food for the Poor campaign

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Trump Says Iran Ready to Negotiate | Is the Supreme Leader Alive? (Ep 686)

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Major developments today involving Iran, national security, and South Carolina politics.

President Donald Trump told NBC News over the weekend that Iran is ready to make a deal — but he is not prepared to accept a ceasefire agreement at this time. The president also suggested that Iran’s new supreme leader may not even be alive, adding another layer of uncertainty to the rapidly evolving situation inside the country.

Meanwhile, exiled Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi says he is prepared to lead Iran through a political transition “as soon as the Islamic Republic falls.” His comments come as pressure on the Iranian regime intensifies and speculation grows about the future leadership of the country.

In another developing story, Israeli officials say the brother of the suspect in last week’s synagogue attack in Michigan was a commander in Hezbollah. Authorities are now investigating potential connections to international terrorism following the attack on Temple Israel in West Bloomfield.

Closer to home, the South Carolina House has passed a $15.4 billion state budget. House Ways and Means Chairman Bruce Bannister described the proposal as an “optimistic” roadmap for the future of the Palmetto State. The measure now moves to the South Carolina Senate before heading to Governor Henry McMaster.

In today’s episode:

• Trump’s latest comments on Iran negotiations

• Iran leadership uncertainty and Reza Pahlavi’s response

• Terror link revealed in Michigan synagogue attack investigation

• South Carolina’s $15.4 billion budget proposal

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WEEKEND: Timmons on the SAVE ACT | Lt Governor Evette | What's Happening in Travelers Rest (Ep 685)

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FBI Investigates Attack on Michigan Synagogue | U.S. Aircraft Lost in Iraq (Ep 684)

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Major developments today involving national security, economic policy, and South Carolina politics.

The FBI is investigating a violent attack at Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, Michigan, calling it a “targeted act of violence against the Jewish community.” Authorities are working to determine motive as concerns about antisemitic violence rise across the country.

Meanwhile, United States Central Command confirmed that a U.S. aircraft has been reported lost in Iraq during ongoing military operations connected to the conflict with Iran. Details remain limited as officials assess what happened and the status of the crew.

President Donald Trump is also urging the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates immediately, arguing that the economic fallout from the conflict with Iran — particularly rising energy prices — requires swift action to stabilize the economy.

Closer to home, South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster has vetoed a bill that would have shielded college athletes’ NIL deals from public records requests. The legislature must now decide whether to override the veto or allow the measure to die.

And South Carolina Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette joins the show to discuss the state budget recently passed by the SC House and what to expect as the Senate finalizes its version.

In today’s episode:

• FBI investigation into Michigan synagogue attack

• U.S. aircraft reported lost in Iraq amid Iran operations

• Trump pushes the Federal Reserve on interest rates

• McMaster vetoes NIL transparency bill

• South Carolina budget update with Lt. Gov. Evette

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Newsom Blames Trump for Gas Prices | Senate Hearing Explodes Over Illegal Immigration (Ep 683)

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It’s another packed news cycle covering energy policy, immigration, government oversight, and a major fraud case here in South Carolina.

California Governor Gavin Newsom is blaming President Donald Trump for the state’s soaring gas prices, with some Californians paying nearly $2 more per gallon than the national average. Is the increase tied to global tensions and war in the Middle East — or to California’s environmental policies and energy regulations?

Meanwhile, a Senate hearing turned heated when Bernie Moreno pressed a former Biden administration adviser with a simple question: Is entering the United States illegally a crime? The exchange quickly escalated, sparking debate about immigration law and enforcement.

In Minnesota, officials from the state’s Department of Human Services skipped a major hearing held by a state House fraud prevention panel. Critics say the absence raises serious questions about whether state leaders — including Tim Walz — are truly committed to uncovering fraud within government programs.

And here in the Upstate, federal prosecutors say a Greenville-based company processed hundreds of thousands of faulty COVID-19 tests and collected millions of dollars in fraudulent reimbursements from the federal government. We break down what investigators say happened and what comes next in the case.

In today’s episode:

• California gas price controversy

• Senate hearing clash over illegal immigration

• Minnesota fraud investigation controversy

• Greenville COVID-testing fraud case

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Iran War Fallout | Sen. Kennedy’s Apology Sparks Debate | SC Airbnb Debate (Ep 682)

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A week and a half into U.S. and Israeli strikes against Iran, new national polls are beginning to reveal how Americans feel about the conflict — and the results may shape what comes next. We break down the latest numbers and what they could mean for the future of U.S. military action in the Middle East.

Meanwhile, Senator John Kennedy is drawing national attention after publicly apologizing while acknowledging that a U.S. strike hit a girls’ elementary school in Iran, killing 168 people, most of them children. His comments have sparked debate about accountability, wartime decisions, and the human cost of conflict.

Closer to home, another South Carolina county is weighing new regulations on short-term rentals like Airbnb. Supporters say the move is needed to protect neighborhoods and manage tourism. Critics argue it’s an attack on private property rights. We break down both sides of the debate.

Plus — Congressman William Timmons joins us from Florida where House Republicans are meeting with President Donald Trump to map out a strategy for maintaining a GOP majority in the U.S. House ahead of the midterm elections. We’ll get a firsthand report on what the President told members of Congress.

In today’s episode:

• New public opinion polls on the Iran conflict

• Sen. John Kennedy’s apology and reaction from Washington

• South Carolina Airbnb regulation debate

• Rep. William Timmons on meeting with Trump and GOP midterm strategy

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Trump Says Iran War ‘Ahead of Schedule’ | Appeals Court Blocks Judge on Immigration (Ep 681)

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Major developments today in national security, immigration law, and South Carolina politics.

President Donald Trump said the conflict with Iran is “far ahead of schedule,” calling Operation Epic Fury a success in its early stages. We break down what that means for U.S. military strategy and what could happen next in the Middle East.

Meanwhile, an Obama-appointed federal judge’s attempt to restrict immigration enforcement in Chicago has been overturned by a federal appeals court. The court ruled that the judge had overstepped her authority and effectively tried to supervise the executive branch’s enforcement actions in the city.

Also in today’s show:

A tragic case out of Georgia has taken a new turn. The wife of a high school teacher who died after what authorities say was a late-night senior prank gone wrong is now asking prosecutors to drop the charges against the students involved.

And here in South Carolina, GOP Chairman Drew McKissick joins the program to discuss the latest effort to close party primaries in the Palmetto State and what voters should expect as candidate filing opens in just six days.

In today’s episode:

• Operation Epic Fury update and Iran conflict developments

• Federal appeals court ruling on Chicago immigration enforcement

• Georgia teacher death case update

• South Carolina election filing and primary reform

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