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The Tony Kinnett Cast
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The Tony Kinnett Cast is The Daily Signal's flagship program, with a new episode weeknights at 7PM Eastern, featuring national news, politics, commentary, interviews, and analysis from a Hoosier's commonsense, middle-of-the-country perspective.
In under a year, Kinnett's equal parts broadcast and podcast has grown from a small radio show on 93WIBC Indianapolis to a nationally syndicated simulcast on radio, TV, and livestreaming services around the nation. Now you can enjoy the best The Daily Signal content from its senior investigative columnist every weeknight here, our livestreams on YouTube, X, and Facebook, or wherever one of our syndicated stations is on air!
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Ep. 606 - Houthis Drag Saudi Arabia into War as Trump Threatens Bombing Iran's Power Plants, Democrats Fall Apart before Midterms
2w ago01:29:23Summary readySubscribe to our new YouTube channel for special clips, behind-the-scenes content, and more from the show!: @TonyKinnettCast Tonight on The Tony Kinnett Cast — live at 7PM ET on The Daily Signal's YouTube channel. President Trump just issued his most explicit ultimatum yet: every time Iran fires on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz, the U.S. will destroy one bridge or power plant in response — including targets in Tehran itself. Iran is already begging commercial vessels to take the long way around. Meanwhile, the socialist wave that's been sweeping Democratic primaries all summer finally hit a wall in Arizona, and the House just passed a stock trading ban that has Thomas Massie and nearly every Democrat furious — for very different reasons. TONIGHT'S RUNDOWN: - President Trump vows the U.S. will destroy one Iranian bridge or power plant for every ship Iran attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, even in Tehran — as Iran urges tankers to divert to a safer northern route and the Pentagon quietly briefs Israel on the scale of strikes to come - DSA-backed socialist Kai Newkirk gets crushed by pro-Israel Rep. Greg Stanton in Arizona's Democratic primary, two-to-one — a rare loss for the socialist wave after wins in New York and Colorado - The House passes the Stop Insider Trading Act paired with a federal voter ID requirement — Rep. Thomas Massie casts the lone Republican "no" vote while nearly every Democrat balks at the ID provision - Rep. Jasmine Crockett keeps calling her Senate primary loss "racist" weeks later while refusing to campaign for nominee James Talarico, who's leaning into his own culture-war rhetoric to try to salvage a longshot Texas run - More as news breaks — because somehow it always does The Tony Kinnett Cast is The Daily Signal's nightly flagship show, hosted by national correspondent Tony Kinnett — covering the day's biggest stories with analysis, commentary, and guests from across the political and media landscape. 🎙 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-tony-kinnett-cast/id1714879044 🎙 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AFk8xjiOOBEynVg3JiN6g 💬 Discord: https://discord.gg/mKTkahs58X 📩 Contact Tony: https://www.tonykinnett.com/contact 🌐 The Daily Signal: https://www.dailysignal.com Produced by Daniel Elmore, Allison Lemons, Josiah Lott, Lou Scataglia, and Jennifer Schmidt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Ep. 605 - BREAKING: Fighter Jets Striking Tehran, Pickaxe Mountain, Rep. Brandon Gill Joins, DOJ Targets NJ
2w ago01:25:56Summary readySubscribe to our new YouTube channel for special clips, behind-the-scenes content, and more from the show: youtube.com/@TonyKinnettCast Tonight on The Tony Kinnett Cast — live at 7PM ET on The Daily Signal's YouTube channel. President Trump just confirmed the U.S. will hit Iran's fortified Pickaxe Mountain site "pretty soon, and very heavily" — intelligence suggests Iran moved nuclear centrifuges and possibly enriched uranium there after last year's strikes. As Hegseth and Gen. Caine testify before the Senate on the war's mounting cost, a House hearing back home turned into its own kind of warfare when Rep. Brandon Gill grilled the Smithsonian's American History Museum director over a "toolkit" that calls politeness "white supremacy." Meanwhile, Britain just got its seventh prime minister in a decade — and his first move was declaring homelessness the nation's top priority. TONIGHT'S RUNDOWN: - President Trump says the U.S. will strike Iran's underground Pickaxe Mountain facility "pretty soon" as Defense Secretary Hegseth and Gen. Dan Caine testify before the Senate that the war has already cost $37.5 billion - Rep. Brandon Gill joins us LIVE after grilling the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History director over an internal "toolkit" branding politeness and objectivity as "white supremacy culture" — plus an exhibit calling Mickey Mouse racist - Britain's brand-new PM Andy Burnham declares ending homelessness his top priority in his first speech — critics immediately point out his identical, failed 2017 pledge as Manchester's mayor - A new State Department report exposes six decades of Cuban espionage and subversion fueling the American far left — as Nicaragua's Ortega regime cancels elections entirely and socialists here at home spiral - More as news develops The Tony Kinnett Cast is The Daily Signal's nightly flagship show, hosted by national correspondent Tony Kinnett — covering the day's biggest stories with analysis, commentary, and guests from across the political and media landscape. 🎙 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-tony-kinnett-cast/id1714879044 🎙 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AFk8xjiOOBEynVg3JiN6g 💬 Discord: https://discord.gg/mKTkahs58X 📩 Contact Tony: https://www.tonykinnett.com/contact 🌐 The Daily Signal: https://www.dailysignal.com Produced by Daniel Elmore, Allison Lemons, Josiah Lott, Lou Scataglia, and Jennifer Schmidt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Ep. 604 - Middle East Shuts Down as US "Day 10" Strikes Against Iran Begin, Terror Threats in NYC
3w ago01:22:30Summary readyThe war with Iran grinds on as mediators pitch a 10-day ceasefire that the White House isn't rushing to accept, and airlines worldwide keep grounding flights across the entire Middle East as the region shuts down. Back home, an anti-ICE agitator set off an incendiary device outside a federal building in Lower Manhattan this morning, injuring three people in what the FBI is now investigating as domestic terrorism. And the socialist left just showed its true colors — literally, in a Mao suit. TONIGHT'S RUNDOWN: - The U.S. continues its war footing against Iran as mediators float a 10-day ceasefire to revive the collapsed interim deal — airlines worldwide keep grounding and rerouting flights as the entire Middle East remains a no-go zone - An anti-ICE activist sets off an incendiary device outside 26 Federal Plaza in Lower Manhattan, injuring three, as the FBI's Joint Terrorism Task Force investigates a possible domestic terror attack - Streamer Hasan Piker dons a Mao Zedong-style suit at the College Democrats of America convention, declaring the party doesn't need Democrats who "fund ICE" or "fund Israel" — as DSA-backed candidates openly embrace revolutionary rhetoric nationwide - Mayor Zohran Mamdani says his administration is actively exploring whether to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu under an ICC warrant if he visits NYC for the UN General Assembly — Netanyahu's office and even fellow Democrats call it reckless - Special guest Brylin Hollyhand joins us! The Tony Kinnett Cast is The Daily Signal's nightly flagship show, hosted by national correspondent Tony Kinnett — covering the day's biggest stories with analysis, commentary, and guests from across the political and media landscape. 🎙 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-tony-kinnett-cast/id1714879044 🎙 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AFk8xjiOOBEynVg3JiN6g 💬 Discord: https://discord.gg/mKTkahs58X 📩 Contact Tony: https://www.tonykinnett.com/contact 🌐 The Daily Signal: https://www.dailysignal.com Produced by Daniel Elmore, Allison Lemons, Josiah Lott, Lou Scataglia, and Jennifer Schmidt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Ep. 603 - Trump Threatens Canada & China, Iran Strikes Iraq & Kurds amid Unrest, Maine Dem. Circus
3w ago01:44:22Summary readyPresident Trump used his primetime address last night to zero in on Chinese espionage against the United States, declassifying intelligence he says shows Beijing carried out a massive compromise of American voter data. Now he's turning his fire on Canada, threatening new tariffs over wildfire smoke choking American skies. Meanwhile Iran expanded its war to a seventh straight night, striking Kuwait's water supply, U.S. Kurdish allies in Iraq, and multiple Gulf states as unrest reportedly grows inside Iran itself. And Maine Democrats' first debate to replace disgraced candidate Graham Platner was, by every account, an absolute train wreck. TONIGHT'S RUNDOWN: - President Trump's primetime address shines a light on Chinese espionage against the United States, as newly declassified intelligence reveals the scale of Beijing's data compromise - Trump threatens new tariffs on Canada over wildfire smoke blanketing American skies, demanding Ottawa "do something" about the fires - Iran expands its war to a seventh straight night, striking a Kuwaiti water desalination plant, U.S.-allied Kurdish forces in Iraq, and targets across the UAE, Qatar, and Jordan as unrest grows inside Iran itself - Maine Democrats hold their first debate to replace disgraced Senate candidate Graham Platner — and it turns into an instant national punchline - Olive Garden's pasta pass requires a photo ID. American elections in over a dozen states still don't. We break down the absurdity The Tony Kinnett Cast is The Daily Signal's nightly flagship show, hosted by national correspondent Tony Kinnett — covering the day's biggest stories with analysis, commentary, and guests from across the political and media landscape. 🎙 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-tony-kinnett-cast/id1714879044 🎙 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AFk8xjiOOBEynVg3JiN6g 💬 Discord: https://discord.gg/mKTkahs58X 📩 Contact Tony: https://www.tonykinnett.com/contact 🌐 The Daily Signal: https://www.dailysignal.com Produced by Daniel Elmore, Allison Lemons, Josiah Lott, Lou Scataglia, and Jennifer Schmidt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Ep. 602 - Democrat Scandals Torch Midterms, US Strikes Iran's Bridges, Trump to Address Nation
3w ago01:28:41Summary readyThe U.S. has now struck Iran for six straight nights, and Tehran is warning it will "crush" regional infrastructure if Trump follows through on threats to hit bridges and power plants next. President Trump addresses the nation tonight as the war intensifies. Meanwhile, Democrats are in full meltdown mode heading into the midterms — a new DOJ probe is closing in on Marxist billionaire Neville Roy Singham, and Sen. Ruben Gallego is facing fresh scrutiny over "sexual in nature" misconduct allegations, becoming the latest Democrat swept up in the Platner-Swalwell scandal wave. TONIGHT'S RUNDOWN: - The U.S. strikes Iran for a sixth consecutive night as Tehran threatens to "crush" regional infrastructure if Trump follows through on hitting bridges and power plants — this war just went further than ever - A federal grand jury escalates its investigation into Marxist billionaire Neville Roy Singham, the financier behind CodePink and a sprawling network of far-left American groups - Secretary of State Marco Rubio hosts a 60-nation summit targeting Antifa and the "resurgence of political terrorism" on the global far-left - Sen. Ruben Gallego becomes the latest Democrat swept into scandal, facing new allegations of misconduct "sexual in nature" from Rep. Anna Paulina Luna — following the Platner and Swalwell playbook - President Trump addresses the nation tonight on the escalating Iran war - Shots are fired at an ICE facility in Phoenix as the agency fast-tracks body camera deployment nationwide following the Maine and Houston shootings The Tony Kinnett Cast is The Daily Signal's nightly flagship show, hosted by national correspondent Tony Kinnett — covering the day's biggest stories with analysis, commentary, and guests from across the political and media landscape. 🎙 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-tony-kinnett-cast/id1714879044 🎙 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AFk8xjiOOBEynVg3JiN6g 💬 Discord: https://discord.gg/mKTkahs58X 📩 Contact Tony: https://www.tonykinnett.com/contact 🌐 The Daily Signal: https://www.dailysignal.com Produced by Daniel Elmore, Allison Lemons, Josiah Lott, Lou Scataglia, and Jennifer Schmidt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Ep. 601 - Iran Unveils New Kamikaze Drones as US Nears Kharg Island, is Cuba Next? Blanche Fights the Senate
3w ago01:31:42Summary readyIran is turning Kharg Island into a fortified drone kill-zone as the U.S. weighs a possible operation to seize the strategic oil hub — and Iran isn't the only regime in the crosshairs. Pentagon planners are actively drawing up options for Cuba, with the Nimitz carrier strike group parked in the Caribbean and July 26 — Cuba's own revolution anniversary — looming as a date of interest. Meanwhile, Acting AG Todd Blanche is fighting for his confirmed life in a brutal Senate Judiciary hearing today. TONIGHT'S RUNDOWN: - Iran unveils new kamikaze drones and fortifies Kharg Island as the U.S. Navy edges closer to a possible seizure of the strategic oil-export island - Is Cuba next? Pentagon officials continue drawing up options for a potential military operation against Havana as the naval buildup in the Caribbean grows - Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche and DNI nominee Jay Clayton both face brutal grillings in back-to-back Senate confirmation hearings — with Graham's death leaving the Judiciary Committee razor-thin - All Senate Democrats but one skip a "Exposing Fraud in America" hearing featuring Nick Shirley and James O'Keefe - Abdul El-Sayed, James Talarico, and Democrats across the map face a growing identity crisis as the DSA implodes on itself - ICE resumes vehicle stops after a brief pause following the Biddeford shooting — we cover the latest twists in the case Text TONY to 83848 or go to JoinADF.com/TONY to have your first donation doubled by a special matching grant—while funds last! The Tony Kinnett Cast is The Daily Signal's nightly flagship show, hosted by national correspondent Tony Kinnett — covering the day's biggest stories with analysis, commentary, and guests from across the political and media landscape. 🎙 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-tony-kinnett-cast/id1714879044 🎙 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AFk8xjiOOBEynVg3JiN6g 💬 Discord: https://discord.gg/mKTkahs58X 📩 Contact Tony: https://www.tonykinnett.com/contact 🌐 The Daily Signal: https://www.dailysignal.com Produced by Daniel Elmore, Allison Lemons, Josiah Lott, Lou Scataglia, and Jennifer Schmidt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Ep. 600 - BREAKING: US Fleet Moves in as Hormuz Burns, Jack Smith Caught in Perjury, Marco Rubio Targets ICC
3w ago01:34:04Summary readyThe U.S. Navy has reimposed its blockade on Iranian ports and continues its fourth consecutive night of strikes as Iran retaliates by hitting tankers and allies across the Gulf, including Bahrain, Kuwait, and the UAE. Meanwhile, bombshell new DOJ records show former Special Counsel Jack Smith's team secretly reviewed the text messages of 44 members of Congress — directly contradicting Smith's own sworn testimony that his team never looked at message content. And Secretary of State Marco Rubio just launched an all-out campaign to dismantle the International Criminal Court, brick by brick. TONIGHT'S RUNDOWN: - The U.S. Navy reimposes its blockade on Iranian ports and strikes Iran for a fourth straight night as Tehran retaliates against Bahrain, Kuwait, and the UAE — with Iran suspected of using cluster munitions against civilian and commercial targets across the Gulf - New DOJ records show Jack Smith's investigative team secretly reviewed the text messages of 44 members of Congress from both parties, directly contradicting his own sworn deposition testimony — Sen. Grassley says Smith has "answering to do" before the Judiciary Committee - Secretary of State Marco Rubio launches a sweeping campaign to "dismantle" the International Criminal Court and pushes back against the UN over its handling of international law - Hearings on Capitol Hill turn into a total dumpster fire as tempers flare across both chambers - GUEST: Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) joins LIVE to discuss the SAVE America Act, ending birth tourism, and the legacy of the late Senator Lindsey Graham - The DSA implodes on itself after its national leadership overturns its own convention and blocks a member-wide vote on endorsing a 2028 presidential candidate — the socialist base is furious In honor of America’s 250th, CovePure is giving my audience $250 off if you use my link, CovePure.com/TONYK. Don’t wait. The Tony Kinnett Cast is The Daily Signal's nightly flagship show, hosted by national correspondent Tony Kinnett — covering the day's biggest stories with analysis, commentary, and guests from across the political and media landscape. 🎙 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-tony-kinnett-cast/id1714879044 🎙 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AFk8xjiOOBEynVg3JiN6g 💬 Discord: https://discord.gg/mKTkahs58X 📩 Contact Tony: https://www.tonykinnett.com/contact 🌐 The Daily Signal: https://www.dailysignal.com Produced by Daniel Elmore, Allison Lemons, Josiah Lott, Lou Scataglia, and Jennifer Schmidt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Ep. 599 - BREAKING: US Seizing Hormuz, New Strikes on Iran, Riots Erupt in Maine, Socialists' Abuse Scandals
4w ago01:30:04Summary readyTonight on The Tony Kinnett Cast — live at 7PM ET on The Daily Signal's YouTube channel. President Trump has notified Congress that hostilities with Iran have officially resumed, and he'll address the nation Thursday night as U.S. strikes continue "today and tomorrow" at minimum. Meanwhile, riots broke out in Maine today after an ICE agent shot a man in self-defense when he tried to run over federal officers with his vehicle — protesters stormed Senator Susan Collins' office in the chaos. And the socialist left's scandal season isn't slowing down: Zohran Mamdani is standing by an adviser tied to Graham Platner's collapsed campaign, even as new questions swirl around New York City's rising misconduct numbers. TONIGHT'S RUNDOWN: - President Trump notifies Congress that fighting with Iran has resumed and announces a primetime address to the nation Thursday — the U.S. Navy has launched a fresh wave of strikes set to continue at least through tomorrow - Rioters storm Senator Susan Collins' Maine office after an ICE agent shoots a man in self-defense during an attempted vehicle-ramming incident - Mayor Zohran Mamdani says he'll keep working with adviser Morris Katz despite DSA members demanding he cut ties over Katz's role steering Graham Platner's imploded campaign — as New York City's own numbers on rising incidents draw fresh scrutiny - Rep. Ro Khanna gets mocked online and by Israeli officials after his West Bank "detention" story falls apart under scrutiny - The nation reacts to the sudden death of Senator Lindsey Graham — his sister Darline Graham Nordone is appointed to finish his term, even as ugly celebration from parts of the online left draws bipartisan condemnation The Tony Kinnett Cast is The Daily Signal's nightly flagship show, hosted by national correspondent Tony Kinnett — covering the day's biggest stories with analysis, commentary, and guests from across the political and media landscape. To support the Alliance Defending Freedom, text TONY to 83848 or go to JoinADF.com/TONY to have your first donation doubled by a special matching grant—while funds last. 🎙 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-tony-kinnett-cast/id1714879044 🎙 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AFk8xjiOOBEynVg3JiN6g 💬 Discord: https://discord.gg/mKTkahs58X 📩 Contact Tony: https://www.tonykinnett.com/contact 🌐 The Daily Signal: https://www.dailysignal.com Produced by Daniel Elmore, Allison Lemons, Josiah Lott, Lou Scataglia, and Jennifer Schmidt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Ep. 598 - US Marines Ready in Strait of Hormuz, Platner Withdraws in Tantrum, NYC Fraud Exposed
4w ago01:37:05Summary readyTwo full Marine Expeditionary Units and their amphibious ready groups are now positioned in the Middle East as Washington's patience with Iran runs out — nearly 50,000 U.S. service members are in the region as strikes continue into their fourth day. Meanwhile, Graham Platner finally made it official today, filing his withdrawal from the Maine Senate race — but not before delivering a grievance-soaked farewell blaming everyone except himself. And Nick Shirley's fraud investigations just scored another big win: a Minnesota daycare operator he exposed on camera has now pleaded guilty to wire fraud. TONIGHT'S RUNDOWN: - U.S. Marines and Navy amphibious ready groups are positioned in the Strait of Hormuz as nearly 50,000 American troops sit in the region and Washington demands Iran stand down for good - Graham Platner officially files his withdrawal letter from the Maine Senate race — after a farewell message blaming the media, the "establishment," and everyone but himself - Nick Shirley and CMS Administrator Dr. Oz's fraud-exposure campaign scores another win as a Minneapolis daycare operator caught in Shirley's viral video pleads guilty to wire fraud and conspiracy — while Shirley's team is now digging into fraud in New York City - The latest on the ICE shooting death of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Texas as the case draws in Mexico's president and demands for an independent investigation - Black Democrats across the South tell Politico they feel abandoned by the DNC as redistricting threatens to wipe out a historic share of their congressional seats The Tony Kinnett Cast is The Daily Signal's nightly flagship show, hosted by national correspondent Tony Kinnett — covering the day's biggest stories with analysis, commentary, and guests from across the political and media landscape. New episodes live at 7PM ET weeknights. Watch Nick Shirley's New New York City Fraud documentary here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ji3KpgOT0zM Sign ADF’s petition to protect female sports now! Visit JoinADF.com/TONY or text TONY to 83848 🎙 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-tony-kinnett-cast/id1714879044 🎙 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AFk8xjiOOBEynVg3JiN6g 💬 Discord: https://discord.gg/mKTkahs58X 📩 Contact Tony: https://www.tonykinnett.com/contact 🌐 The Daily Signal: https://www.dailysignal.com Produced by Daniel Elmore, Allison Lemons, Josiah Lott, Lou Scataglia, and Jennifer Schmidt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Ep. 597 - Iran Offers $100 Million for Assassinations, Treason in NYC, Platner Panic hits Michigan
4w ago01:34:37Summary readyTonight on The Tony Kinnett Cast — live at 7PM ET on The Daily Signal's YouTube channel. Day 3 of renewed U.S. strikes on Iran is underway, with American forces pushing further into Iranian territory as a massive banner offering a $100 million reward for President Trump's life went up in Qom this week — part of a broader wave of regime-linked threats against top U.S. and Israeli officials. Meanwhile, the Democratic Party's implosion is spreading well beyond Maine: NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani is stoking outrage over a fatal ICE encounter in Houston that's now become a genuine diplomatic standoff with Mexico, and in Michigan, Senate frontrunner Abdul El-Sayed is facing fresh scrutiny over his wealth and his past comments on police funding. TONIGHT'S RUNDOWN: - U.S. strikes push deeper into Iran on Day 3 of renewed action, as a banner offering a $100 million reward for President Trump appears in Qom amid escalating regime threats against top American and Israeli officials - Mayor Zohran Mamdani amplifies outrage over the death of Mexican national Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, who ICE says rammed an agent's vehicle and tried to run over an officer before being shot — Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum now threatens legal action against the U.S. - The Democratic implosion spreads to Michigan, where Senate frontrunner Abdul El-Sayed faces new scrutiny for delaying financial disclosures about his wealth and for past comments on police funding that contradict his campaign denials The Tony Kinnett Cast is The Daily Signal's nightly flagship show, hosted by national correspondent Tony Kinnett — covering the day's biggest stories with analysis, commentary, and guests from across the political and media landscape. New episodes live at 7PM ET weeknights. 🎙 Apple Podcasts 🎙 Spotify 💬 Discord 📩 Contact Tony 🌐 The Daily Signal Produced by Daniel Elmore, Allison Lemons, Josiah Lott, Lou Scataglia, and Jennifer Schmidt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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