The Bravest President of All Time
The Charlie Kirk Show
Release Date: January 22, 2025
In the episode titled "The Bravest President of All Time," host Charlie Kirk delves deep into the transformative actions taken by President Donald Trump, highlighting significant executive orders and policy shifts that aim to reshape America's socio-political landscape. Joined by Senator Mark Wayne Mullen, the discussion centers around the repeal of affirmative action, energy independence, immigration enforcement, and the broader implications of these changes on American society.
President Trump's Pioneering Executive Actions
Charlie Kirk opens the episode by commending President Trump for his swift and bold executive actions aimed at dismantling long-standing federal policies that, according to Kirk, have hindered America's progress.
Repeal of Affirmative Action
One of the standout topics is the repeal of Executive Order 11246, originally signed by President Lyndon B. Johnson in the 1960s to mandate affirmative action in federal employment and contracting. Kirk emphasizes the significance of this move:
"Executive Order 11246 by LBJ was meant to supersede the US Constitution... Now, mind you, do you know that Ronald Reagan, George H.W. Bush and George W. Bush, the three Republican presidents, refused to touch this... President Donald Trump signed this executive order, making merit the law of the land and the custom in this country clarifies that discrimination is illegal and orders contractors and grant recipients to not practice racial discrimination."
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Kirk argues that this repeal restores merit-based hiring and aligns federal policies with the original promises of the Constitution, moving away from race-based considerations.
Other Executive Orders and Initiatives
Beyond affirmative action, President Trump has implemented several other executive orders aimed at addressing various societal issues:
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Prohibition of DEI Initiatives: Trump has banned Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) practices across federal entities, viewing them as detrimental to organizational meritocracy.
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Focusing on AI Leadership: Launching the Stargate Project, Trump seeks to position America as a global leader in artificial intelligence, collaborating with Silicon Valley to drive innovation.
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Enhanced Immigration Enforcement: Granting ICE full authority, Trump has intensified efforts to deport criminals and address illegal immigration, a move that Senator Mullen lauds as a restoration of rule of law.
Pardon of Ross Ulbricht
A particularly emotional segment revolves around the pardon of Ross Ulbricht, the creator of the Silk Road marketplace, who was wrongfully sentenced. Kirk shares his personal advocacy for Ulbricht's release:
"Ross Ulbricht was so treated so unfairly, President Trump gave him a complete and unconditional and full pardon... I've been fighting for Ross for years."
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This pardon symbolizes the administration's commitment to justice and rectifying past governmental overreach.
Energy Independence and Economic Strategy
In conversation with Senator Mark Wayne Mullen, the focus shifts to President Trump's declaration of a national emergency around energy, a move with profound implications for states like Oklahoma.
Streamlining Energy Production
Senator Mullen elaborates on how the national emergency designation accelerates permit reforms, facilitating the exploration and production of oil and natural gas:
"It puts that permit reform that we've been trying to pass in Congress for a long time. It puts it in hyperspeed... It brings down the cost of energy when you're able to get the product to the system faster."
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This initiative not only boosts energy production but also positions the U.S. as a leading exporter, reducing dependency on foreign oil and enhancing national security.
Proposed Public Land Partnerships
Mullen proposes innovative strategies to leverage America's natural resources to address national debt:
"What if we did that with the United States and on the public lands and then we started applying that 100% to our national debt... we could actually see in our lifetime... the country could be out of debt."
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By partnering with private entities and utilizing mineral rights, the administration aims to generate revenue directly allocated toward debt reduction, bypassing traditional legislative hurdles.
Immigration Enforcement and Border Security
The episode underscores the administration's renewed focus on immigration enforcement, with significant strides made in deporting individuals deemed threats to public safety.
Prioritizing Criminal Deportations
Senator Mullen highlights the administration's prioritization of deporting serious criminals:
"ISIS arrested over 308 serious criminals... murderers, some of them rapists... they're prioritizing just as the President said they would."
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This approach marks a stark contrast to the previous administration's handling of immigration, emphasizing a stricter, law-and-order stance.
Improved Morale and Efficiency in ICE
The administration's actions have revitalized ICE operations, boosting morale and effectiveness:
"It's a new day in America when they're actually able to do their job and the Morale increased by 1000% yesterday with their border patrol."
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This resurgence is portrayed as a return to robust immigration enforcement, aligning with the administration's broader security objectives.
Legislative Strategy: One Big, Beautiful Bill vs. Reconciliation
Upon discussing legislative strategies, Senator Mullen addresses the administration's preference for consolidating initiatives into a single, comprehensive bill:
"If we were to do one big bill, it allows us to negotiate a little bit more by having more pieces in there. And it's got something for everybody."
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However, recognizing potential challenges in the House, Mullen outlines a contingency plan to split the legislation into two parts, ensuring progress on critical issues such as border control, energy, and national security.
Introducing Monica Page: TP USA's White House Correspondent
A highlight of the episode is the introduction of Monica Page, the new White House Correspondent for Turning Point USA. Monica provides insights into the dynamic changes at the White House under the Trump administration:
"It's a beautiful view every single day... We're here. And there's a lot of exciting things coming out of the White House."
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She contrasts her new role with her previous position at One America News, expressing optimism about the future reporting landscape and the administration's proactive communication.
Closing Reflections: A Cultural Shift Back to Meritocracy
In his closing remarks, Charlie Kirk reflects on the broader cultural implications of the administration's policies:
"President Donald Trump is bringing back to a center common sense, no nonsense... It's all about merit. We want a merit based society, not a race based society."
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Kirk contends that these changes are not merely policy shifts but represent a foundational realignment towards the principles upon which America was built—meritocracy, individual responsibility, and a departure from race-centric governance.
He further criticizes the Democratic Party's focus on race and identity politics, suggesting that the national sentiment is shifting towards exhaustion with such issues:
"The Democrat Party has a very serious problem looming because they have built their constituency on race obsession and the country is race exhausted."
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Kirk applauds President Trump for taking decisive actions to address these cultural and political challenges, positioning him as a leader restoring America's foundational values.
Conclusion
"The Bravest President of All Time" paints a picture of an administration aggressively tackling entrenched policies and societal norms. Through executive orders and strategic legislative maneuvering, President Trump is portrayed as spearheading a renaissance of American meritocracy, energy independence, and robust immigration enforcement. With voices like Senator Mark Wayne Mullen and Monica Page amplifying these narratives, the episode underscores a pivotal moment in America's ongoing cultural and political evolution.