Episode Summary: "Trump Tosses Tillis With Just One ‘Truth’ | Episode 75"

Introduction

In Episode 75 of VINCE, hosted by Vince Coglianese from the Cumulus Podcast Network, the discussion centers around significant political developments from a monumental weekend. Vince delves into the Supreme Court's recent ruling favoring former President Trump, the passage of a major Senate bill, and the fallout leading to Senator Thom Tillis's unexpected retirement. The episode also features an interview with Alex Marlowe from Breitbart, who discusses his new book on the legal challenges faced by Trump.

Supreme Court Ruling Supports Trump (00:00 - 14:55)

The episode opens with Vince highlighting a landmark Supreme Court decision that bolsters President Trump's position against numerous district judges. He remarks, "The United States Supreme Court says, yeah, President Trump can't be stopped by all these crazy district judges" (00:00), emphasizing this as a significant win to close out the Supreme Court term.

Passage of the Senate Bill and Thom Tillis's Role (14:55 - 42:41)

Vince provides a detailed analysis of the recent Senate bill's passage, stressing both its achievements and the contentious elements that were removed. Key points include:

• Preservation of Tax Cuts: "The big tax cut, the permanence of the Trump tax cuts, still there" (02:30).
• Border Enforcement: Continuation of border enforcement and expansion of ICE to remove illegal foreign nationals.
• Removed Provisions:
  • Federal Land Sales: Senator Mike Lee withdrew the provision to prevent foreign entities from purchasing federal land.
  • National Firearms Act Amendments: While restrictions on modifying firearms law were removed, fees for purchasing suppressors were eliminated.
  • School Voucher Programs and Medicaid Funding for Gender-Affirming Care: Both were excluded from the final bill.

Vince criticizes the Senate parliamentarian's interference, stating, "The parliamentarian gets to decide these things. Apparently, the provisions that were meant to block the use of Medicaid funding for gender affirming care, she yanked it out so we can mutilate people with federal tax dollars" (03:45). He underscores the Republican effort to protect gun rights, highlighting the removal of fees for suppressors as a victory: "They got rid of all of those arduous fees just to buy a suppressor. $200 on top of buying the suppressor in the first place. It's crazy" (05:10).

Thom Tillis's Retirement Triggered by President Trump (14:55 - 51:09)

A focal point of the episode is Thom Tillis's unexpected retirement following his vote against the Senate bill. Vince recounts President Trump's decisive action: "One Trump post Tillis retires. Is that easy?" (10:00). He elaborates on the reasons behind Tillis's unpopularity within the Republican Party:

• Support for the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act: "That expanded red flag laws across the country... making communities less safe" (11:20).
• Repeal of the Defense of Marriage Act: Replaced with the Respect for Marriage Act, seen as unnecessary following the Supreme Court's ruling.
• Amnesty for Illegal Aliens: Support for policies that conflict with President Trump's immigration stance.

Vince passionately argues that Tillis has been detrimental to the Senate, stating, "Thom Tillis should not be in the United States Senate. Thom Tillis has been a net drag on the United States Senate" (18:30). He applauds Trump’s swift action in challenging Tillis, leading to his immediate announcement of retirement: "Thom Tillis is done. Thom Tillis is done" (20:15).

Alligator Alcatraz and Immigration Enforcement (24:14 - 56:29)

Vince shifts focus to a controversial immigration enforcement initiative dubbed "Alligator Alcatraz," intended to use an existing airstrip in Florida's Everglades as a detention center. He criticizes the opposition protests as baseless: "Are you really upset about this? What a bunch of astroturf nonsense this is" (25:00). The segment includes brief audio clips from local authorities detailing the situation, emphasizing the administration's efforts to enhance immigration enforcement despite opposition.

Interview with Alex Marlowe: Exposing Legal Attacks on Trump (30:59 - 47:30)

The episode features an in-depth conversation with Alex Marlowe, editor-in-chief at Breitbart and author of the upcoming book Breaking the Law, Exposing the Weaponization of America's Legal System Against Donald Trump. Marlowe discusses the orchestrated legal challenges aimed at Trump, describing them as "lawfare superstructure" designed to undermine his presidency (34:24).

Key insights from the interview include:

• Politicization of Legal Cases: Marlowe highlights how various legal cases against Trump were intentionally designed with political motivations, creating a biased judicial environment.
• Supreme Court Decision Impact: The recent Supreme Court ruling is seen as a significant blow to these efforts, with Marlowe praising Barrett's majority opinion for limiting the power of district judges.
• Future Lawfare Threats: Both Marlowe and Vince express concern over ongoing and future legal actions targeting Trump and his allies, advocating for increased vigilance and electoral victories to counteract these threats.

Notable Quote:

Alex Marlowe: "These people are not gonna be deterred. It is a system that is deeply resentful of the constitutional republic of our democratic system" (44:11).

Supreme Court's Rebuke of District Judges (39:44 - 44:11)

Vince and Marlowe discuss the Supreme Court's 6-3 decision led by Justice Amy Coney Barrett, which curtailed the use of nationwide injunctions by district judges. Vince criticizes Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson's dissent, describing it as an act of "condescension":

"Barrett writes that she's a dumb libtard and I just couldn't believe it" (40:19).

Marlowe echoes the sentiment, emphasizing the ruling as a major victory against the politicized judiciary.

The Path Forward: Strengthening Republican Leadership (46:21 - 51:09)

The conversation shifts to the future of the Republican Party, focusing on replacing retiring senators like Thom Tillis and leadership transitions such as Mitch McConnell's potential departure. Vince advocates for recruiting "conservative warriors" who align closely with Trump’s agenda, mentioning potential candidates like Lara Trump and Nate Morris.

Marlowe stresses the importance of winning elections and maintaining a "war footing" to counteract the entrenched leftist tactics:

"We have to be in a war footing so that we're not on our back foot" (47:30).

Active Shooter Incident in Idaho (53:20 - 56:29)

Towards the end of the episode, Vince reports on a tragic active shooter event in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, where firefighters were ambushed while responding to a fire. Using scanner audio, he conveys the chaos and heroism of first responders under attack. The incident is framed as an example of the dangers faced by law enforcement and the community.

Conclusion

Vince wraps up the episode by reiterating the critical need for continued Republican unity and proactive leadership to safeguard their agenda. He encourages listeners to stay engaged, support conservative media, and participate in upcoming elections to ensure the longevity of their political goals.

Notable Quotes

• Vince on Parliamentarian's Interference:

  "The parliamentarian gets to decide these things. Apparently, the provisions that were meant to block the use of Medicaid funding for gender affirming care, she yanked it out so we can mutilate people with federal tax dollars" (03:45).

• Vince on Thom Tillis's Betrayal:

  "Thom Tillis should not be in the United States Senate. Thom Tillis has been a net drag on the United States Senate" (18:30).

• Alex Marlowe on Lawfare:

  "These people are not gonna be deterred. It is a system that is deeply resentful of the constitutional republic of our democratic system" (44:11).

Conclusion

Episode 75 of VINCE provides a fervent analysis of recent political events affecting the Republican Party and former President Trump. Through detailed discussions and expert insights from Alex Marlowe, Vince underscores the ongoing battles within the legal and political arenas, while advocating for strong conservative leadership and strategic electoral victories to overcome the challenges posed by the opposing political forces.