Podcast Summary: “Just the News No Noise” with John Solomon and Amanda Head

Podcast: Real America’s Voice
Host: John Solomon, Amanda Head
Date: December 10, 2025
Episode: December 9, 2025 Edition

Episode Overview

This special episode of "Just the News No Noise" focuses on several timely political and policy issues shaping America, with a particular emphasis on government accountability, electoral dynamics, affordability, and cultural initiatives. The hosts deliver in-depth interviews with key political figures, including Rep. James Comer, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, and Rep. Mike Collins, examining oversight investigations, electoral reform, and legislative milestones. The episode interweaves policy analysis, current events, and grassroots endeavors like Wreaths Across America, all through a lens of "real news, honest views."

Key Segments & Insights

1. Congressional Oversight and Minnesota Fraud Investigation

Guest: Rep. James Comer, Chairman, House Oversight Committee
[04:33–15:47]

Main Points:

• Minnesota Fraud Case: Comer discusses a major investigation into large-scale fraud within Minnesota’s Somali immigrant community, focusing on mismanagement under Democratic Governor Tim Walz and potential complicity from local officials.
• Whistleblowers: Credible whistleblowers in state agencies have come forward, providing evidence possibly exposing other blue states to similar scrutiny.

  “This goes against the narrative that the Democrats have been saying for a long time... I think what we’re going to find in Minnesota is probably happening in many other states.” — James Comer [04:55]

• Scope: Investigation encompasses social programs (housing, SNAP, education, agriculture). 77 people have been indicted so far.
• Politics vs. Policy: Comer asserts Democrats prioritize maintaining their voting base over accountability in social programs.

  “Republicans care about our tax dollars... Democrats don't care as long as their base is happy.” — James Comer [07:49]

• Expansion: Examining whether the fraud pattern is present in other Democrat-led states; plans to expand oversight nationally.

  “We’re serious about providing oversight... we believe this is happening in many states.” — James Comer [11:39]

• Whistleblower Protections: Comer stresses commitment to protecting whistleblowers regardless of party.

Notable Quotes:

• “We protect whistleblowers regardless of party affiliation... Democrats only protect whistleblowers that roll the whistle against Republicans.” — James Comer [12:37]
• “I'm going to predict that Walz’s political career is closer to an end than somewhere in the middle.” — James Comer [10:05]

Timestamps:

• 04:33 – Comer introduction and investigation overview
• 06:32 – Statute of limitations discussion
• 10:41 – Oversight expansion to other states
• 12:53 – Whistleblower protections and invitation

2. Hunter Biden/Epstein Bank Record Investigations

Guest: Rep. James Comer
[12:53–15:47]

Insights:

• Bank Records: Ongoing subpoenas for Epstein’s bank records from Deutsche Bank and JP Morgan.

  “I think the thing that’s shocked me thus far is how many transactions Epstein had... I’m curious as to how he accumulated so much wealth.” — James Comer [13:24]

• Intelligence Community Cooperation: Banks are mostly cooperating. CIA and FBI involvement is under consideration due to suspicions about government use of Epstein properties for intelligence work.

  “...one of the suspicions... was that the government was using Epstein island... to gather intelligence. I don't know if that's true... but I want to know.” — James Comer [14:51]

Timestamps:

• 13:12 – Bank record subpoenas and progress
• 14:16 – Intelligence agencies’ possible involvement

3. Trump “Air Force One Gaggle”

Guest: President Donald Trump
[18:16–21:00]

Main Points:

• Political Attacks: Dismisses Texas primary challenger Jasmine Crockett as “a low IQ person.”

  “She’s a low IQ person. I can't imagine she wins... I can't even believe she's a politician actually.” — Donald Trump [18:25]

• Fed Chair Selection: Trump states he has ideas but isn’t ready to publicly name candidates.
• Healthcare Policy: Favors money for health savings accounts over insurance company subsidies, labeling Obamacare as mainly benefiting insurance companies.

  “Obamacare is a scam to make insurance companies rich... we're not going to do that anymore.” — Donald Trump [19:23]

• Taxes: Open to proposals for "no tax on gambling winnings," but needs to consider it further.
• Atmosphere: Ends with a light-hearted comment about a rough airplane flight.

Timestamps:

• 18:16 – Trump criticizes Jasmine Crockett
• 19:23 – Comments on Obamacare and health care reform
• 20:24 – Discussion on possible tax reforms

4. Ken Paxton on Texas Politics and Election Integrity

Guest: Ken Paxton, Texas Attorney General (and Senate candidate)
[21:28–31:56]

Main Points:

• Redistricting: Texas won a major Supreme Court victory allowing its map to proceed, affirming legislative authority over redistricting, paralleling moves in other Republican states.

  “We had the law on our side... the Supreme Court has said political decisions are fine.” — Ken Paxton [22:44]

• Cornyn Challenge: Highlights Senator John Cornyn's lengthy service and lack of significant achievements, positioning himself as a change candidate.

  “Can you name one accomplishment, one good accomplishment... so far, no one’s ever given me an answer.” — Ken Paxton [25:03]

• NGO Scrutiny: Explains efforts to investigate nonprofits allegedly “washing” federal money to aid migrants, claims federal funds may be used to buy votes through “free stuff.”

  “We believed the Biden administration was washing their money to help bring all these elections legals and pay for all their stuff through these nonprofits...” — Ken Paxton [26:15]

• Election Integrity: Details steps Texas has taken—and challenges faced—to prevent voter fraud and maintain election transparency.

  “If you don’t have active focus on integrity of elections... then all the other issues don’t matter.” — Ken Paxton [28:07]

• Auditing City Finances: Advocates for transparency via audits, especially before cities can raise taxes.

Notable Quotes:

• “It's time for change. [Cornyn] hasn't performed. Texans deserve better and the nation deserves better.” — Ken Paxton [30:58]

Timestamps:

• 21:28 – Paxton discusses redistricting
• 25:03 – Cornyn’s record and Senate race
• 26:15 – Nonprofit/immigration funding investigations
• 28:07 – Election integrity defense

5. Permitting Reform & Economic Policy

Guest: Rep. Mike Collins (GA), Senate candidate
[34:39–44:02]

Main Points:

• Permitting Reform: Bipartisan effort to speed up federal permitting, expected to impact affordability and catalyze an economic boom, with particular implications for infrastructure and housing costs.

  “The only thing we're doing with the Permit act is... telling the federal government you're going to be more efficient, more productive, and we're going to make life more affordable...” — Mike Collins [35:04]

• Regulatory Burdens: Construction and energy projects are delayed by permitting—reform would benefit both sectors and consumers.
• Georgia Senate Race: Collins enjoys a polling lead and attributes it to his business background and focus on fiscal responsibility.
• CDL Licensing Problems: Critiques lax standards in some states allowing unqualified drivers to receive commercial licenses, calling for greater accountability.
• Military Funding: The new NDAA delivers major Pentagon priorities—pay raises, counter-drone technology, and reaffirms US military superiority.

Notable Moments:

• “Your construction companies out there are padding their bids by 30% because they know on average... from the time they say they want to do the project…is 10 years and the first seven, seven and a half years are just getting permits.” — Mike Collins [35:57]
• “It is an exciting time to be up here... That’s what Georgia voters want—someone that reflects Georgia values.” — Mike Collins [40:05]

Timestamps:

• 34:39 – Permitting reform overview
• 35:57 – Real-world impact on costs and delays
• 39:57 – Georgia voters’ priorities

6. Wreaths Across America: Honoring Veterans

Guest: Karen Worsser, Executive Director
[46:45–52:43]

Main Points:

• Mission: Wreaths Across America annually mobilizes volunteers to lay wreaths at veterans’ graves nationwide; this year, over 5,700 locations are participating.

  “Remember the fallen, honor those who serve, teach the next generation the value of freedom.” — Karen Worsser [46:25]

• Teaching Next Generation: Inspires youth civics education, integrating lesson plans for schools.

  “A great man...said, teach our kids to love our country.” — Karen Worsser [48:25]

• Origins: Began in 1992 as a family tribute that grew into a nationwide movement after a viral photograph in 2005 boosted participation.
• Public Engagement: Community encouraged to donate wreaths and participate via wreathsacrossamerica.org.

7. Closing Discussion: Trump’s Affordability Pitch & Health Policy

[53:10–55:33]

Main Points:

• Affordability Tour: President Trump expected to focus on declining prices (gas, eggs, beef) and regulatory reforms aimed at housing costs.

  “He just needs to tell the American people how much he’s done and describe how he gets a path to the next thing.” — John Solomon [53:10]

• Healthcare Ideas: GOP health policy may push health savings accounts, deregulation, and increased competition between state insurance providers.
• Political Stakes: Keeping the House majority is tied to successfully highlighting these affordability and healthcare policies.

Notable Quote:

• “These deregulation measures by Republicans... could quite possibly save their majority. That and repealing or patchworking...Obamacare.” — Amanda Head [53:38]

Notable Quotes With Timestamps

• James Comer on Political Oversight:
  “Democrats that... champion many of these social programs, they don’t care if there’s massive amounts of waste, fraud, abuse as long as their voting base is happy.” [07:49]

• Donald Trump on Obamacare:
  “Obamacare is a scam to make the insurance companies rich... we're not going to do that anymore.” [19:23]

• Ken Paxton on Nonprofit Scrutiny:
  “We believed the Biden administration was washing their money to help bring all these elections legals... through these nonprofits...” [26:15]

• Mike Collins on Permitting Delays:
  “...a road construction, from the time that they say they want to do the project to the time you put the first automobile on that road is 10 years and the first seven, seven and a half years are just getting permits...” [35:57]

Memorable Moments

• Rep. Comer predicts political fallout for MN Gov. Walz:
  “I’m going to predict that Walz’s political career is closer to an end than somewhere in the middle.” [10:05]
• Karen Worsser on the power of family legacy and teaching:
  “Teach our kids to love our country.” [48:25]
• Trump’s offhanded humor while departing a press gaggle aboard Air Force One:
  “No tax on gambling winnings? I don’t know... I better get out of here.” [20:34–21:00]
• Mike Collins combines House policy wins with Georgia football cheer:
  “Go Dogs.” [44:00]

Useful Timestamps

• [04:33] Comer discusses Minnesota fraud investigation
• [13:12] Epstein records and banking probe
• [18:16] Trump “gaggle” on healthcare and primary politics
• [21:28] Ken Paxton on Texas redistricting, Cornyn race
• [34:39] Mike Collins on permitting reform and economic growth
• [46:45] Karen Worsser on Wreaths Across America
• [53:10] Hosts on Trump’s affordability speech

Overall Tone & Takeaways

The episode’s tone is urgent, direct, and unapologetically partisan, reflecting Real America’s Voice’s populist-conservative orientation. The hosts and guests focus on exposing perceived government mismanagement, bureaucratic overreach, and election vulnerabilities. Simultaneously, segments on Wreaths Across America ground the episode in communal patriotism and generational responsibility, blending advocacy with cultural celebration. The overall message: Through oversight, reform, and renewed American values, the guests believe the nation can reclaim transparency, affordability, and civic pride.