The Rob Carson Show: Votes, Fraud, and Freakouts – The System Gets Exposed

Date: March 19, 2026
Host: Rob Carson
Notable Guest: Theo Wold (Former Deputy Assistant to President Trump, Former Idaho Solicitor General)
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This episode dives into the explosive debates around election laws, specifically the SAVE Act, claims of voter fraud, government corruption, and the consequences of progressive governance. Using a blend of fiery commentary, humor, and parody, Rob Carson and his guests link current domestic policies to larger cultural and political battles, focusing particularly on illegal voting, systemic fraud, and the fallout in states like California and New York.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. International Affairs & Military Posture

• Rob discusses the recent shift in global attitudes as “the world elites” acknowledge Donald Trump’s handling of the Iran crisis, suggesting historic changes in the Middle East ([01:21-03:13]).
  • Quote: "The world is coming around because you're recognizing what is happening is amazing and historic. And our military is leading the way." (Rob Carson, 02:15)
• Clips played of military updates, contrasted with Democrat criticisms that the current administration’s efforts are failing ([03:13]).

2. The SAVE Act & Election Integrity

• Significant attention is paid to the SAVE Act, aiming to require proof of citizenship for voting.
  • Senator John Kennedy’s method: Passing legislation through reconciliation to require only 50 votes plus the VP ([04:12], [07:32]).
  • Carson critiques Democrats for opposing voter ID laws, calling out the narrative that Black Americans or women cannot obtain IDs, and highlighting other societies (e.g., Uganda) where IDs are mandatory for participation ([04:38-07:32]).
  • Quote: "The only people without IDs are ghosts." (Rob Carson, 05:44)
• Caller Mark (08:04): A Maryland polling official stresses the need for integrity and accountability, lamenting Maryland’s “sanctuary” status and the difficulties it creates.

3. Claims of Voter Fraud & Political Strategy

• Chuck Schumer (09:33, 21:42): Audio is played of Schumer admitting the SAVE Act would “supposedly knock out illegal immigrants from voting,” while also downplaying evidence of illegal voting.
  • Carson’s rebuttal: He contends that investigations are blocked in Democrat-run states, and even one illegal vote is a “national tragedy” ([10:13]).
  • Quote: "One vote stolen is a national tragedy because the vote is everything. Representation is everything." (Rob Carson, 10:09)
• ICE at Polling Places: Democrats, such as Hakeem Jeffries and Elissa Slotkin, are characterized as panicked over the prospect of ICE agents near polling places ([12:18-13:38]).

4. Political Parody, Media Critique, & Guest Commentary

• Parody song mocking Joe Kent’s shifting positions on Iran ([18:48-19:52]).
• Media skepticism: The left purportedly uses resignations, such as Joe Kent’s, only to attack Trump, while mainstream media is accused of lacking credibility ([15:33-16:53]).
• Newsmax (Greg Kelly, Rob Finnerty) is lauded for providing “commentary you’ll only hear here” ([17:31]).

5. Systemic Fraud in State Governance

• Nick Shirley’s Fraud Exposure (32:30-34:11):
  • Shirley uncovers billions in fraudulent activity in California’s social service programs, particularly Medicare and hospice care. Instead of addressing the fraud, Governor Gavin Newsom allegedly attacks critics.
  • Quote: "Let's go after the guy who's exposing the fraud. Let's not go after the fraudsters." (Nick Shirley, 32:30)
• Theo Wold on California (34:11):
  • “All of the fraud is a feature, not a bug, of far-left uniparty control… If you want Democrats to run everything, this is what you get: graft, massive amounts of fraud and a total wealth transfer from the American taxpayer to foreign nationals.”
• The “Minnesota model”: A warning that Maryland and Virginia are following California into unaccountable, fraud-ridden social spending ([35:11-36:47]).

6. Wealth Exodus and Progressive Downfalls

• Kathy Hochul’s Plea (38:18):
  • New York’s governor is said to be “begging millionaires” to return and fund failing social programs through taxation, which Rob derides as futile ([38:18-39:58]).
  • Quote: "It's not patriotic to support a bloated, ineffective and wasteful government." (Rob Carson, 38:41)
• Theo draws parallels between “Democrat-run states” like NY and CA and the fate of red states if progressive policies are imported ([37:41]).

7. Immigration & Assimilation

• Theo Wold and Rob Carson discuss the differences between historical waves of immigration aimed at assimilation and current trends, which they assert are about building political client bases that do not “desire to become a part of the fabric of society” ([24:23-30:57]).
  • Quote: "The Democrats want a new form of immigration which hates America as founded and is slavish to the Democrat Party. That's it." (Rob Carson, 29:34)
• Birthright citizenship complications, referencing cartel figures with dual status hampering law enforcement ([26:54-27:51]).

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Rob Carson (05:44): "The only people without IDs are ghosts."
• Chuck Schumer (09:33 / 21:42): "The core of the bill is handing the voter rolls over to DHS, putting them through an algorithm designed by Moj and Musk that knocks...supposedly knocks out illegal immigrants from voting. But the evidence is almost no illegal immigrants vote."
• Caller Mark (08:45): “We believe in integrity, accuracy, and accountability.”
• Theo Wold (23:30): "Keep them on rolls and then pass out the American taxpayers hard earned dollars to ensure they remain a part of the liberal leftist coalition."
• Nick Shirley (32:30): "[Newsom is] literally working to support the fraudsters...Let's go after the guy who's exposing the fraud. Let's not go after the fraudsters."
• Rob Carson (29:34): "The Democrats want a new form of immigration which hates America as founded and is slavish to the Democrat Party. That's it."
• Rob Carson on NY (38:41): "It's not patriotic to support a bloated, ineffective and wasteful government."

Important Timestamps

• [01:21-03:13] — Global reaction to Trump’s Iran policy, military updates
• [04:12-07:32] — SAVE Act, ID debate, Uganda example, Senator John Kennedy audio
• [08:04-08:55] — Call-in from Maryland election judge on poll integrity and sanctuary issues
• [09:33-10:13] — Chuck Schumer’s admission about voter roll algorithms
• [12:18-13:38] — ICE and law enforcement at polling locations; Democrat resistance
• [15:19-17:31] — Media’s handling of Joe Kent, Newsmax’s position
• [18:48-19:52] — Joe Kent parody song by Jim Gossett
• [21:42-22:30] — Chuck Schumer reiterates “almost no illegal immigrants vote”
• [22:30-30:57] — Interview/conversation with Theo Wold: welfare, immigration, birthright citizenship, assimilation
• [32:30-34:11] — Nick Shirley exposes California’s fraud; Newsom’s response
• [35:11-37:41] — California, Maryland, Virginia, the spread of fraud; parallels drawn
• [38:18-39:58] — Kathy Hochul on needing rich people for social programs, New York’s tax woes

Flow & Tone

Rob Carson’s style is humorous, highly critical, and at times caustic, often deploying parody and sarcasm alongside passionate calls for reform. Guest Theo Wold is incisive and intellectual, providing strategic and ideological context. The overall tone oscillates between satire and grave warning, underscoring claims of political malfeasance while frequently mocking progressive opponents.

Summary for New Listeners

This episode is a rapid-fire, entertaining critique of progressive policies, focusing on election security (the SAVE Act), political and financial corruption in blue states, the evolving nature of immigration, and concerns over state and federal governance. The commentary is peppered with parody, mockery of opponents, and direct calls for conservative action. If you want a blend of right-leaning political commentary and cultural parody, the Rob Carson Show offers both — with pointed discussions on the mechanics and implications of voter integrity, fraud, and shifts in America’s political landscape.

For further engagement:

• Find Theo Wold at @RealTheoWold on X, Instagram, Facebook, and in publications like Newsweek and the Claremont Review of Books.
• Jim Gossett’s parody works on Patreon at JimGossettComedy.

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