Real America’s Voice: Special Report - November 21st, 2024

Podcast: Real America’s Voice
Host: iHeartPodcasts
Episode: Special Report - November 21st, 2024
Date: November 22, 2024

Overview

This Special Report dives into an eventful week in American politics following Donald Trump’s historic victory (including winning the popular vote). The episode’s central focus is the fallout from Matt Gaetz withdrawing his nomination for Attorney General, the future of Trump’s Cabinet picks, breaking stories including controversial ICC arrest warrants for Israeli officials, the migrant border crisis, and the influence of alternative media in the 2024 election cycle. Key segments feature on-the-ground analysis, discussions with major political commenters, and exclusive interviews—including with Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene on her new government oversight role.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Matt Gaetz Withdraws Attorney General Nomination

Timestamps: 01:29 – 10:20

• Background & Announcement:
  • Matt Gaetz unexpectedly withdrew as Trump’s attorney general nominee, citing that he had become a “distraction.”

    “Gaetz made this announcement via X... stating he was becoming a distraction and he didn’t want to stand in the way of the Trump administration’s efforts.” (Emily Finn, 02:16)

• Analysis of Withdrawal:
  • Brian Glynn reflects on momentary confidence in Gaetz' confirmation, only to be proven wrong by mounting “pressure” and “distraction.”

    “This confirmation is going to go through. There’s absolutely no chance that gets derailed. How wrong was I?” (Brian Glynn, 02:30)

  • Gaetz is portrayed as acting “honorably” by stepping aside for the greater good.
  • Speculates Trump himself “might have suggested” the withdrawal.
• Republican Dynamics & Fallout:
  • MAGA base deeply supports Gaetz, but show of “grieving” expected.
  • Discussion on potential successors: Pam Bondi and Ken Paxton mentioned, with Bondi the likely front-runner.

    “I do expect Pam Bondi to get that, that nomination from Trump, and I think she’ll have no problem going through the Senate.” (Brian Glynn, 06:04)

  • Potential impact on Gaetz’s future—could rebound in Florida, “highly intelligent, he’s a fighter.”
  • The “media circus” and unfinished Senate/ethics reports cited as factors in withdrawal.
  • Reflection on whether negative press will continue to “follow” Gaetz; Brian suggests “Floridians will forgive and forget.”

    “Some of these allegations can only go so far. ... At the end of the day, I think that Floridians will forgive and forget and move on.” (Brian Glynn, 09:33)

2. Congressional Doge Subcommittee: Oversight with Elon Musk & Vivek Ramaswamy

Timestamps: 10:24 – 12:29

• Subcommittee Details:
  • James Comer launches the “Doge” (Department of Government Efficiency) subcommittee, chaired by Marjorie Taylor Greene, to collaborate with Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy.
  • Subcommittee will use subpoena power to aid Musk and Ramaswamy in investigating and eliminating government waste and corruption.

    “This is huge... when they, through their discovery, find something that needs to be looked at, she has subpoena power in that subcommittee to do that.” (Brian Glynn, 10:42)

• Anticipated Impact:
  • Large interest from Members of Congress to join; described as a “fantastic subcommittee.”

3. International Criminal Court Targets Israeli Leaders

Timestamps: 13:25 – 16:17

• ICC Arrest Warrants:
  • The ICC issues warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and former Defense Chief Gallant.
  • Criticism of ICC as “anti-Semitic” for targeting leaders of countries with independent courts, e.g. Israel and the US.

    “It’s just a disgrace that this happened.” (Tara Dahl, 15:00)

• Global Repercussions:
  • Multiple countries (France, Canada, Ireland) promise to enforce warrant if officials travel to their countries.
  • Calls to “defund the U.N.” and reinstate sanctions on ICC.

4. Immigration, Border Crisis & Deportation Policy

Timestamps: 16:17 – 20:43

• Border Developments:
  • Reports of a 1,500-strong migrant caravan moving towards the southern border before Trump’s inauguration.
  • Discussion of Mexico briefly holding back migrants under U.S. pressure, with expectation of a “mad rush” before Trump takes office.

    “You’re going to be sent right back as soon as Trump takes office.” (Tara Dahl, 17:28)

• Child Rape Cases in Massachusetts:
  • Reports of illegal immigrants arrested for child rape; used to underscore broad support for “mass deportations.”
• Sanctuary Cities:
  • Critique of Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey for resisting Trump’s deportation plans; comparison to “harboring criminals.”
  • Trump’s border czar Tom Homan tells Democratic officials to “get out of the way.”

    “He’s not taking any of their, anything from them, any pushback at all. So he’s not having any of it.” (Tara Dahl, 20:13)

5. Power of Alternative Media & Conservative Influencers

Timestamps: 22:12 – 31:42

• Alternative Media’s Impact:
  • Highlighted as crucial in Trump’s appeal to younger generations and ultimate victory.
  • Interview with “Conservative Ant” (Anthony):

    “We don’t have the newspaper people anymore. It’s all scrollers. So influencers and people podcasts like Joe Rogan and Theo Vaughn… are really humanizing the conservative party in a fun way.” (Anthony, 22:47)

• Trump’s Social Media Presence:
  • Trump’s joining TikTok heralded as beating Democrats “at their own game.”
  • Viral video moments (e.g., Barron Trump “I like my suitcase”) create relatable, human side to the Trump family.

    “Everyone seems to be loving this form of media and it seems like it’s putting a humanistic approach on Trump and his family as well.” (Michelle Backus, 24:01)

• Inclusivity & Conservative Identity:
  • Anthony describes how coming out as conservative was harder than coming out as gay; sees more LGBT individuals openly joining the party.

    “We’re not with this woke stuff and this pronoun stuff and this gender affirming care and all this crap. We’re not with that. ... Now, we have a voice, and we’re starting to come forward.” (Anthony, 28:10)

  • Challenges claims of Trump being homophobic.
• Behind-the-Scenes of Content Creation:
  • Anthony’s advice: Be authentic, respond to emotion, “don’t overthink it.”
  • Describes the shift toward distrust of legacy media post-COVID.

6. Listener Perspectives on Cabinet Picks & Political Future

Timestamps: 33:41 – 40:24

• Carefree Largo Segment:
  • Reflects on Matt Gaetz’s withdrawal (“disappointed”), supports Pete Hegseth’s defense against revived accusations, and expresses hope for innovative leadership in new Cabinet.
  • Enthusiastic about potential for RFK Jr. in a “Make America Healthy Again” role, provided he doesn’t impact energy independence.
  • Asserts that mass deportations are “economically feasible,” questions ongoing costs of supporting migrants.
  • Attributes Trump’s popular vote win to direct outreach:

    “He went to them. He didn’t ask them to come to him. He went to the black community. He went to the poor, poor community. He went to the rich community, and he asked them to all come join him.” (Carefree Largo, 37:57)

  • On Kamala Harris leading 2028 Democratic polls:

    “All I can really say to a story like that is, I’d be glad to donate... if you’ll run again.” (Carefree Largo, 39:00)

  • Praises Real America’s Voice for viewer engagement and community.

7. Marjorie Taylor Greene on Oversight, Cabinet Secrets & Culture Wars

Timestamps: 41:28 – 53:12

• Reaction to Gaetz Withdrawal & “DC Secrets”:
  • Calls for “truth and transparency” across all lawmakers, not just Gaetz; wants sexual harassment settlement lists publicized.

    “If they’re going to roll out reports on Matt Gaetz... then they need to release all the other secrets on everybody else. ... I believe in truth and transparency and I believe the American people deserve more.” (MTG, 42:00)

• Doge Subcommittee Details:
  • Will work with Musk and Ramaswamy to uncover waste, fraud, and abuse; plans to use subpoena power for broad investigations.

    “They’re going to analyze every single department of the federal government and look at the workforce... using AI and different technology to zero in on the efficiency of each government department...” (MTG, 45:21)

• Wasteful Government Spending:
  • Outraged at billions missing from the Pentagon and forgiving Ukraine’s loans.
  • Asserts “unelected bureaucrats” and federal departments, not solely Biden, are responsible for recent controversial actions (e.g., escalation in Ukraine).

    “It’s the Pentagon right now that... authorizing use of long range missiles by Ukraine into Russia, which is an escalation by the outgoing Biden administration…” (MTG, 46:56)

• Pledges for COVID & Fauci Investigations:
  • Will consider subpoenaing Anthony Fauci; wants to address “crimes against humanity” and COVID-related government waste.
• Culture Wars: Transgender Rights
  • Sharp criticism of the first openly transgender Congress member; insists on rigid gender norms and restrictions for public spaces.

    “Men are men. They don’t have periods, they can’t have babies... And they do not belong in our women’s bathrooms, in our sports...” (MTG, 50:37)

  • Asserts “trans are mentally ill” and pushes for a “hard line in the sand.”
  • Blames trans policies for Democratic losses and Trump’s success with crossover voters.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Matt Gaetz Withdrawal:

  “This would have been as dirty or if dirtier than the Kavanaugh hearings. ... I do think at the end of the day he would have gotten confirmed, but it would have been a very messy process.”
  — Brian Glynn (04:07)

• On Alternative Media’s Influence:

  “It was super important because we’re targeting a totally different generation of people. Right. You know, we don’t have the newspaper people anymore. It’s all scrollers.”
  — Conservative Ant (Anthony) (22:47)

• On Investigating Government Waste:

  “We are so lucky that great men like Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy have taken this upon themselves to... bring it in and to cleaning up the government.”
  — Marjorie Taylor Greene (45:21)

• On the Coming Deportations:

  “It’s the mass. When you put the mass in front of it, then people get really upset because they get visions of the tearful walk of the Indians that President Andrew did... This is not the case. ... An invasion is an invasion. No matter what term you give it.”
  — Carefree Largo (36:29)

• On Gender Issues in Congress:

  “Men are men. They don’t have periods, they can’t have babies... they do not belong in our women’s bathrooms, in our sports, in our locker rooms, in dorm rooms, with our daughters in college.”
  — Marjorie Taylor Greene (50:37)

• On Conservative Media Community:

  “You have me on the show. I mean, a guy like me who just got into the chat and was honest and open, and somebody said, hey, I like that thought. Why don’t you come in and tell us about it? Nobody else would do that.” — Carefree Largo (39:50)

Segment Timestamps

• Matt Gaetz Withdrawal / Cabinet Fallout: 01:29 – 10:20, 33:41 – 40:24, 41:28 – 43:30
• Doge Subcommittee / Congressional Oversight: 10:24 – 12:29, 43:30 – 49:12
• ICC Arrest Warrants / Israel: 13:25 – 16:17
• Border Crisis & Immigration: 16:17 – 20:43, 36:08 – 37:41
• Alternative Media & Influencers: 22:12 – 31:42
• Cabinet Picks, Listener Viewpoints: 33:41 – 40:24
• Transgender Debate & Cultural Policy: 50:17 – 53:12

Conclusion

This episode spotlights the turbulent transition period as Trump builds his administration, grappling with unexpected controversies, deep dives into government oversight efforts, seismic shifts in media engagement, and ongoing culture war frictions. Guest commentary provides context, forward-looking insights, and a firm sense of grassroots conservative perspectives, underlining Real America’s Voice’s commitment to unfiltered, community-driven news and analysis.