Ringside Politics with Jeff Crouere – December 13th, 2025

Podcast: Real America’s Voice
Host: Jeff Crouere
Date: December 13, 2025

Episode Overview

This episode of Ringside Politics with Jeff Crouere dives into key issues shaping American politics—including border security, election integrity, U.S. foreign policy, and cultural divides—through the lens of conservative values. Jeff discusses pressing news events (including military casualties in Syria), interviews guests on law enforcement and education, fields campaign insights from Texas Congressional hopeful Brian Stahl, and spotlights activism for American-made products. The program features rapid commentary, analysis of mainstream narratives versus reality, audience contributions, and sharp criticism of Democratic policies.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Project Keep the Republic & Civic Action

• Jeff explains the origin and mission of “Project Keep the Republic” as a grassroots response to what he calls the "stolen 2020 election."
• Encourages listeners to organize civic groups and submit proof of action for online community sharing.
  • Quote (03:01): “What does it take to keep a republic? Real, tangible action. Adopting the warrior ethos, placing the mission first, never accepting defeat.” – Jeff Crouere

2. Pro-Trump Community Updates and Polling

• Highlights ongoing site polls, including President Trump’s relationship with MAGA following his split with Marjorie Taylor Greene.
• Engages community via image shares, newsletters, and a petition for Senator Bill Cassidy’s resignation.

3. Economy & Financial Security

• Discusses economic uncertainty, inflation, and the importance of diversifying with precious metals.
  • Mentions Birch Gold as a sponsor and urges listeners to protect savings.

4. Election Integrity and Pardons

• Urges support for Tina Peters, a Gold Star mother facing prison in Colorado over election integrity concerns; hails a presidential pardon.
  • Quote (11:02): “She’s been railroaded. She’s been politically persecuted. This is a Gold Star mom. This is a hero. And kudos to President Trump for issuing the pardon.” – Jeff Crouere

5. Healthcare Crisis & Congressional Actions

• Criticizes Democrats for the failures of Obamacare, blames them for the "healthcare crisis," and highlights the rejection of Republican proposals for health savings accounts.

6. Foreign Aid, Ukraine, and Deficit Spending

• Voices frustration over an additional $800 million in the defense bill for Ukraine, arguing funds would be better spent addressing American needs.

7. January 6th & Government Transparency

• Raises concerns about lost/deleted J6 committee evidence, suggesting malfeasance or incompetence—a frequent conservative talking point.

8. Federal Reserve & Interest Rates

• Responds positively to the latest Federal Reserve interest rate cut, but looks forward to a new appointment under Trump.
  • “Anything can be better than too-late Powell.” (13:19)

9. Immigration, ICE, and Law Enforcement

• Lauds recent ICE deportation operations in New Orleans (over 14,000 in November).
• Criticizes activists for undermining ICE and highlights the issue of commercial driver licenses being given to undocumented immigrants in NY.

Interviews & In-depth Segments

10. Breaking News: U.S. Casualties in Syria

[16:08]

• David Zier reports that two U.S. Army soldiers and a civilian interpreter were killed in Palmyra, Syria, likely by ISIS, as U.S. forces continue counter-terrorism operations.
  • Quote: “It’s breaking news. I will bring the network more as things develop. Another loss for US Soldiers abroad.” – David Zier (16:53)
  • Discussion follows regarding the instability in Syria despite attempts at supporting new leadership.

11. Law Enforcement and Immigration: Sheriff Richard Mack

[18:47]

• Sheriff Mack (Constitutional Sheriffs and Peace Officers Association) discusses the patchwork nature of sheriff cooperation with ICE, constitutionality, and the political pressures on law enforcement.

  • Quote (19:30): “They actually get to do whatever they want. That’s the bottom line.” – Sheriff Richard Mack
  • Raises the issue of local/state legal conflicts and lawsuits against sheriffs.
  • Expresses concern about “woke” state governments (esp. Washington) impeding law enforcement work.

• Project "To-Do List" for Trump

  • Sheriff Mack offers a first-year analysis of Trump’s new term:
    1. Border security achieved
    2. Release of J6 prisoners
    3. Blunt criticism of the United Nations
    • Quote (24:21): “On 9-23-25, Trump stood before the United Nations and tore them a new one. Good for you, Mr. President.” – Sheriff Richard Mack

12. Democracy vs. Republic—Civic Education

[26:11]

• Clip featuring Dan Smoot explaining the distinction between democracy (majority rule, unrestricted power) and constitutional republic (majority rule limited by law/constitution).
  • Quote: “The ideal of a democracy is universal equality. The ideal of a constitutional republic is individual liberty.” – Dan Smoot

13. Texas Campaign Insights: Brian Stahl (TX-06 Candidate)

[28:58]

• Stahl, a Republican and veteran law enforcement officer, advocates for term limits, bans on congressional stock trading, increased border security, prioritizing public safety, and tackling healthcare costs.
  • Quote: “We need people that want to serve and then go home. We don’t need people that are going to stay up there for decades.” – Jeff Crouere (29:50)
  • Discusses district diversity and the impact of illegal immigration on health services.

14. Polarization & Cultural Division: Jonathan Butcher (Heritage Foundation)

[35:15]

• Argues that Americans are less polarized than media present, citing agreement on issues like single-sex bathrooms, value teaching in schools, and opposition to teaching gender ideology to young children.
  • Quote: “On the important issues, it turns out that Americans are not polarized.” – Jonathan Butcher (36:15)
  • Suggests activism at local school boards and civic involvement.

Noteworthy Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Project Keep the Republic:
  “Adopting the warrior ethos, placing the mission first, never accepting defeat... we’re never quitting.” (03:01)

• On healthcare:
  “Obamacare... has never worked. Okay. It has been a disaster ever since it was first authorized and we knew it from the beginning.” (12:30)

• On ICE and law enforcement:
  “Trying to get rid of the cartels, the drug traffickers, the international terrorists... now being attacked by the state.” – Sheriff Mack (19:51)

• On constitutional sheriffs:
  “We’ve encouraged all sheriffs to help, that’s been our position from the get-go.” – Sheriff Mack (22:05)

• On border security and economic impact:
  “No wonder housing’s so high. I mean, they’re illegals staying there, illegals taking jobs.” – Jeff Crouere (22:10)

• On Democrat opposition:
  “Our competition is owned by George Soros. That’s the battle we’re in. Free speech versus censorship.” (07:25)

Important Segments & Timestamps

• 03:01 — Project Keep the Republic: origins and civic engagement
• 11:02 — Tina Peters, pardons, and election integrity
• 12:30 — Healthcare crisis analysis and Democratic responsibility
• 14:37 — Updates on ICE operations in New Orleans
• 16:08 — Breaking news: U.S. Soldiers killed in Syria (David Zier)
• 18:47 — Interview: Sheriff Richard Mack on law enforcement and immigration
• 24:21 — Sheriff Mack’s "first-year review" of Trump’s new term and the UN speech
• 26:11 — Dan Smoot clip: Democracy vs. Republic
• 28:58 — Brian Stahl (TX) on law enforcement, term limits, and healthcare
• 35:15 — Jonathan Butcher on polarization and consensus in culture wars
• 40:03 — Congressional security hearing: Known/suspected terrorists reportedly admitted under Biden
• 42:36 — Protesters confront Kristi Noem, Secretary of Homeland Security

Clips & Audience Engagement

• Audience contributions:

  • Pro-Trump image of the week (07:55)
  • Memes sent by viewers (50:20)
  • Community web poll (09:46)

• Viral/Notable Clips:

  • Kentucky representative expresses shame over being white (49:35)
  • “Bourbon Street Gravy” comedic segment (50:15)

Additional Highlights

• American Manufacturing Advocacy ([45:23])
  • Maria Lynn promotes SwitchToUSA.com, emphasizing American-made, affordable, non-toxic household products as an alternative to “woke” big-box retailers or Chinese products.
  • Quote: “We can decide to stop giving our money to people that do not share our agenda.” – Maria Lynn (46:10)
  • Spotlights endorsement by the White House of their business model.

Conclusion

Jeff Crouere’s December 13th show offers a fast-paced synthesis of conservative activism, breaking national security news, legislative critique, and grassroots engagement. With a tone of urgency and defiance toward perceived establishment, Jeffrey catalyzes his audience to direct action, electoral participation, and economic patriotism, all while keeping the focus on Republican priorities, cultural debates, and steadfast Trump loyalty.

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