Podcast Summary: VINCE with Vince Coglianese

Episode 222: SAVE Act Fight Heats Up as Dems Spin Desperation
Date: February 10, 2026
Host: Vince Coglianese | Cumulus Podcast Network

Main Theme Overview

In this episode, Vince Coglianese delves deep into the intensifying political battle over the SAVE Act—legislation aimed at shoring up U.S. election integrity by requiring proof of citizenship and potentially restricting mail-in voting. Vince tracks the legislative maneuvering in Congress, the mounting pressure from conservatives, and the Democratic response, while exposing the rhetorical tactics and underlying motivations of both parties. The episode also highlights recent viral controversies featuring Democrats, covers the ongoing Savannah Guthrie’s missing mother case, and features analysis from Dan Bongino.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Congress and the SAVE Act: Where Things Stand

Timestamp: 02:21 – 24:05

• Rising Pressure on Senate Leadership:

  • Congressman Anna Paulina Luna and 12 other House Republicans publicly urge Senate Republican Leader John Thune to stop delaying and put the SAVE Act to a vote.
  • Bill has been stalled in the Senate for 300+ days, causing increased frustration among Republican House members and the conservative base.
  • Vince: "They hate that you care. They hate that you're involved. And Democrats hate that the fraud may be ending, but I love it. So please keep up the pressure." (03:00)

• SAVE Act and Save America Act:

  • SAVE Act: Requires proof of U.S. citizenship to register and vote in federal elections.
  • Save America Act: Proposed alternative (with a photo ID requirement), possibly also including restrictions on absentee/mail-in voting after pressure from the Trump White House.
  • Debate ongoing about whether to limit absentee ballots to only those with legitimate excuses (e.g., military, medical).

• Notable Directives from the White House:

  • Trump administration is actively pushing Republicans to add a provision banning or severely limiting mail-in ballots, echoing recommendations from the Carter-Baker Commission (2000s bipartisan report).
  • NBC Quote: "We are optimistic about the inclusion of the President's wish to ban the use of mail in ballots with limited exceptions." (19:16)

• Ballot Harvesting Concerns:

  • Vince criticizes legal and illegal ballot harvesting, citing it as a vector for fraud (using California's practices as an example).
  • Pushes for an explicit ban on ballot harvesting at the federal level.

• Republican Dithering:

  • Some Republican House members seen as hesitant or buck-passing on restricting mail-in ballots, with debates centering around possible intraparty losses and the argument that such moves could alienate moderate Republicans.
  • Vince, exasperated: "Are there House Republicans who are in their seats by mail-in voting fraud right now? Is that what that is? Explain yourselves." (22:46)

2. Democrat Responses and Media Spin

Timestamp: 24:05 – 38:50

• Elizabeth Warren Confronted on Voter ID:

  • Confronted by Lindell TV reporter: “Why do you oppose the SAVE Act? Americans need ID for everything, so why do you oppose ID for voting?”
  • Warren: “When you want to say that everyone has to produce a birth certificate, including women whose married names are not on their birth certificates, that creates a real problem for me.” (24:21)
  • Vince highlights the inaccuracy, noting that the bill allows for many forms of documentation to prove citizenship—driver’s licenses, passports, etc.—not just birth certificates.

• Vince’s Take:

  • Decries Democratic opposition as disingenuous.
  • Calls out the “married women” argument as a red herring since most married women who change their name have proper documentation.
  • Jokes about Warren’s “concern” for married women, noting most married women vote Republican:
    • "If she thought that she could block married women from voting, she'd do it in a heartbeat. It's so stupid." (25:27)

3. Controversies Featuring Democrat Lawmakers

Timestamp: 38:50 – 52:01

• Rep. Gene (Jean) Wu’s Racial Rhetoric:

  • Wu (Texas Democrat, born in China) is heard on a podcast stating, “the day the Latino, African American, Asian and other communities realize that they share the same oppressor is the day we start winning. Because we are the majority in this country now.” (38:50)
  • Further, Wu attributes anti-immigration sentiment to “white nationalism”: “What is driving this newest round of anti immigrant sentiment is, is purely a sense of white nationalism...” (41:16)
  • Vince calls this divisive, demonic rhetoric and calls for Wu’s removal from Congress.

• Jasmine Crockett’s "Racism & Sexism" Accusations:

  • Crockett attributes criticisms of her to racism and sexism, saying, "I knew that there were going to be a lot of people who are racist and sexist against me. I had to account for that when I decided to throw my wig into the ring to run for Senate in Texas." (45:38)
  • Crockett doubles down on spreading a debunked claim about Lee Zeldin and Jeffrey Epstein, refusing to retract after being called out:
    • “No, not in this environment. I don't.” (48:10)
  • Claims intellectual superiority: “I've always been someone who has been intellectual…I was always very much kind of digging in and wanted to understand.” (49:37)
  • Vince rebuts by listing Crockett’s controversial and inflammatory statements.

4. Savannah Guthrie’s Missing Mother: The Latest

Timestamp: 52:01 – 59:53

• Ongoing Search and Appeals:

  • Savannah Guthrie releases a heartfelt video plea for public help, stating, “we are at an hour of desperation, and we need your help.” (53:43)

• Dan Bongino’s Analysis on Fox News:

  • Bongino outlines three possible scenarios in the case:
    1. Straightforward kidnapping for ransom.
    2. Crime gone wrong—burglary or similar, opportunistic ransom demand.
    3. Possibility of a medical emergency—suggesting “the story you may have believed may not be the story” if early evidence is inconsistent. (54:41-56:57)
  • Vince adds speculation based on evidence (e.g., Guthrie’s blood found on scene).

5. Notable Quotes and Memorable Moments

• “They hate that you care. They hate that you're involved. And Democrats hate that the fraud may be ending, but I love it.” – Vince (03:00)
• “Are there House Republicans who are in their seats by mail-in voting fraud right now? Is that what that is? Explain yourselves.” – Vince (22:46)
• “No, not in this environment. I don’t. I think that, you know, we are really in unchartered territory.” – Rep. Jasmine Crockett on her willingness to spread debunked accusations (48:10)
• “It is heartbreaking. And she's doing what I think any child who loves their parents would do in this situation, which is exhausting every possible option to try and locate your mother.” – Vince, on Savannah Guthrie’s public plea (53:43)

Important Segment Timestamps

| Topic | Description | Timestamp | |---|---|---| | SAVE Act Update | Congressional pressure, bill details, and the role of House/Senate | 02:21–24:05 | | Dems Responding/Spinning | Elizabeth Warren’s ID argument, media coverage | 24:05–38:50 | | Dem Controversies | Wu’s podcast remarks, Crockett’s interviews | 38:50–52:01 | | Savannah Guthrie Case | Public plea; Bongino analysis | 52:01–59:53 |

Notable Quotes by Speaker & Timestamp

• Vince (Host):

  • “They hate that you care. They hate that you’re involved. And Democrats hate that the fraud may be ending, but I love it.” (03:00)
  • “Gum flapping time is over. You know, get to it, son. Get to it. The American people are watching.” (10:23)

• Elizabeth Warren (Senator):

  • “When you want to say that everyone has to produce a birth certificate, including women whose married names are not on their birth certificates. That creates a real problem for me.” (24:05)

• Rep. Jean Wu:

  • “The day the Latino, African American, Asian and other communities realize that they share the same oppressor is the day we start winning. Because we are the majority in this country now.” (38:50)
  • “What is driving this newest round of anti immigrant sentiment is, is purely a sense of white nationalism...” (41:16)

• Rep. Jasmine Crockett:

  • “I knew that there were going to be a lot of people who are racist and sexist against me. I had to account for that when I decided to throw my wig into the ring to run for Senate in Texas.” (45:38)
  • “No, not in this environment. I don't.” (48:10)

• Dan Bongino:

  • “I see three possibilities…I'm not going to weight them. The first would be an intended kidnapping for a ransom. The second…someone was at the house, maybe a burglary gone bad. The third…there may have been a medical emergency or something and maybe this was not a kidnapping.” (54:41-56:57)

• Savannah Guthrie:

  • “She was taken, and we don't know where, and we need your help. So I'm coming on just to ask you, not just for your prayers, but…report to law enforcement. We are at an hour of desperation...” (53:43)

Tone & Language

The episode is marked by Vince’s signature energetic, direct, and sometimes acerbic conservative commentary. He is conversational, highly opinionated, and quick to call out both political posturing and perceived dishonesty, making for a charged, engaging listen.

Episode Takeaways

• The SAVE Act remains a major flashpoint in federal politics, and pressure is building for Republican leadership to deliver not only on citizenship verification but also on more restrictive absentee ballot policies.
• Democrats are using familiar arguments (ID requirements, potential disenfranchisement, "racism/sexism" accusations) which Vince critiques as thinly veiled tactics to maintain the status quo.
• High-profile Democrats are embroiled in separate viral controversies—racist rhetoric (Wu) and intentional misinformation (Crockett)—indicating fractured party messaging.
• The Savannah Guthrie kidnapping continues without resolution, with law enforcement considering various possibilities; emotional pleas for help abound.
• Vince encourages listeners to keep up grassroots pressure on lawmakers and remains deeply skeptical of political inertia in both parties.

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