The Michael Knowles Show
Episode: Ep. 1765 - BREAKING: 82 People Dead As Libs Blame Trump For Texas Flood
Release Date: July 7, 2025

Introduction and Host’s Return

Michael Knowles opens the episode by sharing his recent vacation experience, humorously paralleling a story about a boy raised by dogs in Thailand with the legendary tale of Romulus and Remus from his trip to Italy. This anecdote sets a personal and engaging tone for the show's return after a week-long hiatus.

Texas Floods and Political Reactions

The primary topic of discussion revolves around the devastating floods in Texas, which have resulted in 82 confirmed deaths with the number expected to rise. Knowles expresses deep sympathy for the victims and emphasizes the severity of the disaster, particularly highlighting the tragedy of missing girls from a Christian summer camp.

Key Points:

• Left-Leaning Criticism: Knowles criticizes liberal figures, notably Kyle Kulinsky, for blaming former President Trump and Elon Musk for the floods. Kulinsky alleges that cuts to the National Weather Service under Trump's administration led to inadequate forecasting, thereby contributing to the disaster.

  "Kyle Kalinsky, who is a fairly well known Internet person on the left... 'These people have blood on their hands and they should be arrested for the deaths of those little girls.'" [08:30]

• Refutation of Claims: Knowles disputes these accusations, pointing out historical precedents of severe storms predating any Trump administration policies, such as Hurricane Harvey (2017) and Tropical Storm Allison (2001), which caused significant loss of life despite no recent weather service cuts.

  "Now we know this isn't true. We know that this can't be attributable to any supposed cuts made under the second Trump term..." [09:15]

• Philosophical Underpinnings: He delves into a broader critique of liberal ideology, arguing that it inherently denies the existence of original sin and believes in the possibility of perfecting society to prevent all tragedies. This, he contends, leads to unrealistic expectations and wrongful blame on political figures for natural disasters.

  "But ultimately, ideologically, it's about a denial of original sin... Bad things just happen sometimes, and bad things happen to good people." [10:00]

Supreme Court Victory for Trump

Knowles highlights what he considers President Trump's biggest win at the Supreme Court, referencing a significant court decision in the case of Trump v. CASA Incorporated. He criticizes the judicial overreach of district court judges, particularly Justice Ketanji Jackson, whom he portrays as insufficiently qualified despite her Harvard credentials.

Key Points:

• Judicial Overreach: The decision reinforces the notion that district court judges should not impede the executive branch’s agenda based on personal rulings.

  "The upshot is random, district court judges don't get to stop the entire presidential agenda at their whim." [20:45]

• Critique of Justice Jackson: Knowles dismisses Jackson's dissenting opinion as incoherent and lacking in substantive legal argument, questioning her qualifications and intelligence.

  "She writes, it is not difficult to predict how this all ends... Justice Jackson is embracing an imperial judiciary." [22:10]

• Support from Amy Coney Barrett: He references Justice Amy Coney Barrett's response, which dismisses Jackson's concerns about an "imperial judiciary," further solidifying the right-leaning majority's stance.

  "She writes, we will not dwell on Justice Jackson's argument... Justice Jackson is embracing an imperial judiciary." [25:00]

Mass Deportations and Border Policy

A significant portion of the episode focuses on mass deportations as a mainstream political issue rather than a radical right agenda. Knowles defends President Trump's stance on deporting illegal aliens, especially those not contributing positively to society or committing crimes.

Key Points:

• Trump’s Policy: Knowles supports the administration's efforts to deport illegal immigrants who exploit welfare or commit crimes, emphasizing the importance of national sovereignty and justice.

  "Mass deportations are a majority mainstream political issue... We have to enforce the law." [30:20]

• Critique of Opposition: He criticizes those opposing deportations for either economic reasons or ideological beliefs, asserting that allowing illegal immigrants to remain undermines the rule of law.

  "Illegals who work on farms can't commit crimes... There have been farm working illegal aliens who have committed horrific crimes like rape." [33:15]

• Generational Policy Views: Knowles argues that supporting mass deportations aligns with the majority's desire for stronger border control and law enforcement.

  "Most people want mass deportations as a matter of national sovereignty, as a matter of the rights of citizens, as a matter of justice." [34:50]

Elon Musk’s America Party

The episode transitions to the news that Elon Musk is founding a new political party, the America Party, focusing on fiscal conservatism and modernizing the military with AI and robotics. Knowles analyzes the potential impact of this new party on the existing political landscape.

Key Points:

• Party Platform: The America Party advocates for reduced debt, responsible spending, less regulation, free speech, and pro-natalist policies.

  "America's party will be focused on reduced debt, responsible spending only, modernize the military with AI robotics, ProTech, accelerate to win in AI, less regulation across the board, but especially in energy free speech, pro natalist, centrist policies everywhere else." [35:10]

• Political Viability: Knowles is skeptical about the party's success, noting the lack of voter support for combining fiscal conservatism with social liberalism.

  "It's fiscally conservative, socially liberal. Statistically, zero." [37:00]

• Impact on GOP: He downplays the threat posed by the America Party to the Republican Party, suggesting it will likely not attract significant votes.

  "There are like zero people who want this in the country... It's a contradiction in terms." [38:15]

Declining Patriotism Among Americans

A critical segment of the show examines the decline in patriotism among Americans, particularly among Gen Z (Zoomers). Knowles presents poll data indicating a historic low in national pride.

Key Points:

• Poll Statistics: Only 58% of Americans report being very or extremely proud to be American, a decline from 67% the previous year. Among different generations, Gen Z shows the lowest levels of patriotism (41%), compared to 58% of millennials, 71% of Gen X, 75% of boomers, and 83% of the silent generation.

  "Gen Z Zoomers are the least proud generation to be American... From 2021 to 2025, less than half of Zoomers, 41%, have been extremely or very proud to be American." [40:30]

• Party Line Division: The decline is more pronounced among Democrats (36%) compared to Republicans (92%).

  "36% of Dems are very or extremely proud to be American. 92% of Republicans are very or extremely proud to be American." [42:00]

• Educational Influence: Knowles attributes the decline to flawed education systems that undermine patriotism, criticizing curricula that focus on negative aspects of American history.

  "Patriotism is a virtue... it's mocked in their education from the earliest age. Howard Zinn's execrable nonsense." [44:45]

• Call to Action: He urges viewers to embrace patriotism and views the decline as a personal and generational flaw rather than a societal one.

  "Patriotism is a virtue. And in defense of the millennials and to an even greater degree the Zoomers, that virtue is mocked in their education... You should love your country." [46:20]

Conclusion and Final Remarks

In his concluding remarks, Knowles reinforces the importance of recognizing America's strengths and the need to foster patriotism. He encourages listeners to support educational reforms that promote national pride and adhere to traditional values.

Final Thoughts:

• Patriotism as Filial Piety: He draws parallels between loving one’s country and honoring one’s parents, framing patriotism as a fundamental virtue.

  "Patriotism is an extension of filial piety... You should love your country." [48:10]

• Critique of Liberalism: Knowles associates declining patriotism with liberal ideologies that promote individualism over collective national identity.

  "Liberalism comes down to screw you dad. It comes down to three words, hate my dad." [49:35]

• Encouragement for Membership: He concludes by reminding listeners to become Daily Wire members for continued access to political commentary and exclusive content.

Notable Quotes:

1. On Liberal Blame for Texas Floods:

   "Kyle Kalinsky... 'These people have blood on their hands and they should be arrested for the deaths of those little girls.'" [08:30]

2. On Judicial Overreach:

   "The upshot is random, district court judges don't get to stop the entire presidential agenda at their whim." [20:45]

3. On Patriotism:

   "Patriotism is a virtue. And in defense of the millennials and to an even greater degree the Zoomers, that virtue is mocked in their education from the earliest age." [46:20]

4. On Elon Musk’s America Party:

   "It's fiscally conservative, socially liberal. Statistically, zero." [37:00]

This episode of The Michael Knowles Show delves into pressing political issues, offering a conservative perspective on recent natural disasters, judicial politics, immigration policies, emerging political movements, and the significant decline in American patriotism. Through incisive commentary and pointed critiques, Knowles addresses the challenges facing modern America from a right-leaning viewpoint, urging listeners to uphold traditional values and national pride.