The David Pakman Show

-- On the Show: -- Governor Phil Muprhy (D-NJ) joins David to discuss New Jersey's economy in the wake of Donald Trump's tariff program, the future of the Democratic Party, and much more — Republican Senator Roger Marshall says gutting Medicaid is how you “strengthen” it, in the latest episode of MAGA logic — Elon Musk turns on Trump, calling his budget bill a “disgusting abomination” that explodes the deficit — Trump begs the Fed to bail him out after a disastrous jobs report signals economic slowdown — Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt crashes and burns under even the simplest press questions — Don Jr. flails under questioning about Trump’s crypto scheme, claiming it’s “hard to know where the money’s coming from” — Fox News hosts melt down over Trump being called “TACO,” proving once again that his ego is paper-thin -- On the Bonus Show: Florida weathermen say they can’t predict hurricanes due to budget cuts, Texas considers warning labels on Doritos and M&Ms, and Chuck Todd says his tires were slashed after Trump targeted him, much more… 🖼️ Aura Frames: Use code PAKMAN for $30 OFF & free shipping at https://auraframes.com/pakman 🔬 Freedom From Religion Foundation: Text DAVID to 511511 or visit https://ffrf.us/freedom ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman 🍷 Naked Wines: Use code PAKMAN to get 6 bottles for $39.99 at https://nakedwines.com/pakman 💵 Sponsored by Ridge Wallet: Get up to 40% OFF at https://ridge.com/pakman 🩳 SHEATH Underwear: Code PAKMAN for 20% OFF at https://sheathunderwear.com/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/davidpakmanshow -- Get David's Books: https://davidpakman.com/echo -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow

-- On the Show: — Republicans gut Medicaid while claiming they're "protecting" it, with Trump’s bill set to kick 15 million Americans off health coverage — Ukraine humiliates Trump by carrying out its biggest drone strike without even informing the U.S. President — Donald Trump goes missing for days following the Ukraine embarrassment, raising serious questions about who's really in charge — Trump has an unhinged meltdown on Truth Social, posting incoherent rants about uranium, tariffs, and the autopen — Trump Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stumbles through basic foreign policy questions, revealing chaos at the top — Leavitt delivers a string of blatant lies about Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill,” inventing benefits that don’t exist — Trump’s FEMA chief is reportedly unaware that hurricane season exists, as layoffs and inexperience plague disaster response — MyPillow’s Mike Lindell melts down outside his trial, blaming Satan and shredded evidence in a surreal courtroom rant -- On the Bonus Show: MAGA’s response to a proposed national citizen database, 50 Cent vows to block a Trump pardon for Diddy, and a Republican senator says the best healthcare plan is "a job," much more... 🔬 Freedom From Religion Foundation: Text DAVID to 511511 or visit https://ffrf.us/freedom 🥣 Graza olive oil: Get 10% off “The Trio” set with code PAKMAN at https://graza.co ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman 💼 Odoo: Try it completely FREE for 14 days (no credit card needed) at https://odoo.com/pakman 🐟 Wild Alaskan Company: Get $35 OFF with code PAKMAN at https://wildalaskan.com/pakman 💻 Get Private Internet Access for 83% OFF + 4 months free at https://www.piavpn.com/David -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/davidpakmanshow -- Get David's Books: https://davidpakman.com/echo -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow

-- On the Show: — Republican Senator Rand Paul announces he’ll vote to block Trump’s DOGE bill, calling it a tax hike dressed up as populism — Trump officials admit the promised wave of new trade deals has produced exactly zero agreements so far — Trump’s FDA pick spreads vaccine misinformation on live TV, leaving host Margaret Brennan stunned — Donald Trump mocks Joe Biden’s cancer diagnosis, floats bizarre conspiracies, and suggests pardoning P. Diddy — Trump tells so many lies during a single appearance that even a friendly crowd seems stunned — Elon Musk’s interview goes off the rails as he dodges basic immigration questions and spirals into Trump flattery — Elon Musk was reportedly involved in a physical fight in the Trump White House over failed budget promises — JD Vance blames Biden for economic shrinkage… four months into Trump’s second term — Trump brags that Melania asked if he’s “as long” as golfer Bryson DeChambeau in another Freudian overshare -- On the Bonus Show: Attacker injures eight at Israeli hostage march, AOC more popular than Trump or Harris, CDC is stripped of power to help stop childhood lead poisoning, much more... 💊 Chapter: Get Medicare help for free at https://askchapter.org/pakman ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman 🛌 Helix Sleep mattresses: Get 27% OFF sitewide at https://helixsleep.com/pakman 🥦 Lumen lets you master your metabolism. GET 15% OFF at https://lumen.me/pakman 👩‍❤️‍👨 Try the Paired App FREE for 7 days and get 25% OFF at https://paired.com/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/davidpakmanshow -- Get David's Books: https://davidpakman.com/echo -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow

-- On the Bonus Show: Elon Musk leaving federal government, White House sued over lack of sign language, FBI says it will release definitive Epstein video, much more... -- Become a Member: https://www.davidpakman.com/membership Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/davidpakmanshow Buy David's book: https://davidpakman.com/book Book David Pakman: https://www.cameo.com/davidpakman

-- On the Show: — Trump administration illegally deports a 2-year-old American citizen to Brazil, leaving her stateless and without basic rights — Trump ally Peter Navarro calls a judge “rogue” on live TV, only to be reminded that Trump appointed him — Trump administration admits China trade talks are going nowhere, contradicting months of promises — Elon Musk turns on Trump’s tax bill, calling it a betrayal that explodes the debt and guts DOGE’s agenda — Trump White House Press Secretary declares the Constitution a problem, claims government “can’t function” if Trump is held accountable — Trump FBI Assistant Director Dan Bongino publicly breaks down over having to go into work, calls it emotional strain — JD Vance defends Trump’s deportation plans by praising Nazi scientists who helped build the U.S. space program -- The Friday Feedback segment -- On the Bonus Show: Elon Musk leaving federal government, White House sued over lack of sign language, FBI says it will release definitive Epstein video, much more... 🥐 Wildgrain: Use code PAKMAN for $30 off & free baked goods at https://wildgrain.com/pakman 👂 MDHearing: Use code PAKMAN to get a pair for just $297 at https://shopmdhearing.com/ 🥣 Graza olive oil: Get 10% off “The Trio” set with code PAKMAN at https://graza.co 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: http://incogni.com/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/davidpakmanshow -- Get David's Books: https://davidpakman.com/echo -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow

-- On the Show: — Federal court rules Trump’s sweeping Liberation Day tariffs illegal, a massive blow to his second-term economic agenda — Trump declares all-out war on progressive values, using over 150 executive orders to dismantle DEI, environmental, and immigration protections — Republican lawmakers introduce a bill to defund medical schools that acknowledge systemic racism or teach diversity — Donald Trump appears visibly confused in a string of public gaffes, raising concerns about his cognitive fitness — Trump Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt implodes on Fox News, calling for fewer LGBTQ majors and more plumbers — Ben Shapiro turns on Trump over his weak stance on Ukraine, signaling cracks in right-wing media support — David contemplates contingency plans to leave the country as Trump ramps up authoritarian attacks — MAGA Congresswoman Ashley Hinson booed by her own constituents for praising Trump’s economic agenda — Trump supporters finally confront the truth: they’re never getting the Epstein files, and Trump doesn’t want them released -- On the Bonus Show: Jordan Peterson’s viral atheist debate moment, Trump’s possible pardon of Whitmer kidnappers, and a Trump-friendly reality TV couple gets a $36M fraud pardon, much more... 🤖 Sponsored by Venice: Use code PAKMAN for 20% off a Pro Account at https://venice.ai/pakman 🐟 Wild Alaskan Company: Get $35 OFF with code PAKMAN at https://wildalaskan.com/pakman 🥐 Wildgrain: Use code PAKMAN for $30 off & free baked goods at https://wildgrain.com/pakman 🩳 SHEATH Underwear: Code PAKMAN for 20% OFF at https://sheathunderwear.com/pakman 🔊 Babbel language learning: Get up to 60% OFF at https://babbel.com/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/davidpakmanshow -- Get David's Books: https://davidpakman.com/echo -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow

-- On the Show: -- Brittany Page, host of the Page Perspective, fills in for David. Subscribe to her channel at http://www.youtube.com/@brittanyepage -- Trump targets a transgender child online and pressures California Governor Gavin Newsom to support him -- RFK Jr. falsely claims he wouldn't restrict vaccine access, contradicting his prior statements and actions -- A Republican-backed bill would eliminate food aid for millions of Americans -- A woman paid $1 million to dine with Trump shortly before her son received a presidential pardon -- The Trump administration withheld the names of companies linked to a deadly E. coli outbreak -- Scott Pelley’s viral graduation speech draws conservative backlash for perceived political bias -- Former ICE Director Tom Homan faces new ethics concerns -- GOP Senate candidate Dave McCormick falsely claims undocumented immigrants are receiving Medicaid -- CNN's Jake Tapper sparks conservative outrage by airing concerns about Biden’s mental fitness -- On the Bonus Show: RFK's attacks on medical journalists, Pete Hegseth's Pentagon wiretap, and much more... 😬 Remi mouth guards: Get up to 50% OFF with code PAKMAN at https://shopremi.com/pakman 🤢 Reliefband: Use code PAKMAN for 20% OFF + free shipping at https://reliefband.com 😺 Smalls cat food: Use code PAKMAN for 50% off & free shipping at https://smalls.com 🥐 Wildgrain: Use code PAKMAN for $30 off & free baked goods at https://wildgrain.com/pakman -- Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/davidpakmanshow -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Get David's Books: https://davidpakman.com/echo -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow

-- On the Show: -- Brittany Page, host of the Page Perspective, fills in for David. Subscribe to her channel at http://www.youtube.com/@brittanyepage -- Trump posts an unhinged Memorial Day message on Truth Social and boasts about his successes in a speech at Arlington National Cemetery -- New York Post warns Trump his chaotic tariff policies risk alienating supporters and allies alike -- Pete Hegseth tightens media access at the Pentagon citing protection of intelligence and security secrets -- New Yorker reveals Don Jr’s new exclusive $500K pay-to-play club granting direct access to Cabinet members -- Patty Murray tells FDA Commissioner she won’t let the Trump administration secretly ban the abortion pill amid ongoing chaos -- Texas approves Ten Commandments in public schools; Dem Rep calls out GOP hypocrisy for voting on the Sabbath -- Trump renews attacks on Harvard over alleged antisemitism despite his administration’s ties to extremists -- Trump’s alma mater criticizes the weak House Reconciliation bill -- Trump pardons a sheriff convicted in a bribery scheme by jury verdict -- On the Bonus Show: Trump's press conference, FBI investigating cocaine found in White House under Biden, and much more... 💊 Chapter: Get Medicare help for free at https://ashkchapter.org/pakman 💼 Odoo: Try it completely FREE for 14 days (no credit card needed) at https://odoo.com/pakman 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: http://incogni.com/pakman 🥐 Wildgrain: Use code PAKMAN for $30 off & free baked goods at https://wildgrain.com/pakman 🩳 SHEATH Underwear: Code PAKMAN for 20% OFF at https://sheathunderwear.com/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/davidpakmanshow -- Get David's Books: https://davidpakman.com/echo -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow

MEMORIAL DAY / CLASSIC EPISODE FROM APRIL 23, 2025 -- On the Show: -- Ned Lamont, Connecticut Governor, joins David to discuss the disastrous Trump tariffs, the trade war, and what states can do to fight back against the economic policy of the Trump administration -- Tesla records a 71% decline in net income as Elon Musk's political alliance with Donald Trump is destroying the company -- New concerns about Pete Hegseth's drinking surface after his recent manic, disheveled appearances -- Donald Trump does not like being asked about the potential release of the Jeffrey Epstein files -- Karoline Leavitt, Donald Trump's White House Press Secretary, hilariously says that Trump supporter Tim Pool is "unbiased" -- Karoline Leavitt, Donald Trump's White House Press Secretary, tells numerous obvious lies once again on live television -- Robert F. Kennedy Jr, Secretary of Health and Human Services, is planning a registry of autistic people -- Robert F. Kennedy Jr, Secretary of Health and Human Services, says he has never seen an adult with "full blown autism" in a bizarre public event -- On the Bonus Show: 60 Minutes Executive Producer resigns over loss of independence, jury finds New York Times did not libel former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin, Supreme Court seems likely to allow religious families to opt out of LGBT storybooks, much more... 🥣 Graza olive oil: Get 10% off “The Trio” set with code PAKMAN at https://graza.co 🛌 Helix Sleep mattresses: Get 27% OFF sitewide at https://helixsleep.com/pakman 🥦 Lumen lets you master your metabolism. GET 15% OFF at https://lumen.me/pakman 💻 Get Private Internet Access for 83% OFF + 4 months free at https://www.piavpn.com/David -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/davidpakmanshow -- Get David's Books: https://davidpakman.com/echo -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow

-- On the Bonus Show: Patel & Bongino face MAGA wrath by dismissing Epstein conspiracies, NJ Rep charged with assaulting ICE agents, Trump admin to pay $5 million to family of Jan 6 rioter Ashli Babbitt, much more... -- Become a Member: https://www.davidpakman.com/membership Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/davidpakmanshow Buy David's book: https://davidpakman.com/book Book David Pakman: https://www.cameo.com/davidpakman -- David on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/david.pakman David on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/davidpakman.bsky.social David on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@david.pakman TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow/ Pakman Discord: https://www.davidpakman.com/discord Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow #davidpakmanshow

-- On the Show: — TV hosts at ABC’s The View were told to stop criticizing Trump, as networks cave to lawsuits, FCC pressure, and corporate cowardice under authoritarian threats — Adam Schiff eviscerates Trump’s EPA chief for gutting cancer prevention and clean air protections: “You could give a rat’s ass” — International tourists are cancelling U.S. trips in droves, costing $12.5 billion in lost spending as Trump’s America becomes hostile, unstable, and unwelcoming — MAGA doesn’t want freedom — they want a daddy to punish the people they hate, and Trump is giving them exactly that — Disease outbreaks are spreading while the Trump-controlled CDC goes silent, as public health infrastructure is quietly dismantled — A car bomb explodes at a California fertility clinic in a far-right terrorist attack — this is not hypothetical anymore — Ted Cruz calls birthright citizenship “bad policy,” despite it being the 14th Amendment — and despite being born in Canada himself — A Republican senator claims Biden’s cancer diagnosis was a distraction tactic, as MAGA continues spinning conspiracies -- This week's Friday Feedback -- On the Bonus Show: Right wingers turn on Kash Patel and Dan Bongino, Elon Musk's Grok goes wild on South Africa claims, and much more... 🌿 CBDistillery: Use code PAKMAN for 25% OFF at https://cbdistillery.com 🩳 SHEATH Underwear: Code PAKMAN for 20% OFF at https://sheathunderwear.com/pakman 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: http://incogni.com/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/davidpakmanshow -- Get David's Books: https://davidpakman.com/echo -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow

-- On the Show: -- Eoin Higgins, writer and historian based in New England, joins David to discuss his new book “Owned: How Tech Billionaires on the Right Bought the Loudest Voices on the Left." Get the book: https://amzn.to/4moaJmp — House Republicans pass Trump’s massive tax-and-spending bill at 4AM, chanting “USA” as they vote to cut Medicaid, slash food stamps, and explode the deficit — AOC warns that “there will be consequences” for this cruel and chaotic bill — and she’s right — Trump’s own party starts revolting over the bill, with hardliners and moderates both rejecting the Frankenstein package Speaker Mike Johnson tried to jam through — Trump melts down in a wild Oval Office meeting with the South African president, ranting about white farmers, fake news, and luxury planes — while Elon Musk watches — In a surreal moment, Trump says he wishes Ramaphosa could give him a plane — confirming, yet again, he’s totally fine being bribed — Trump threatens an NBC reporter who asked about the Qatar jet, shouting that “fake news” should be investigated -- On the Bonus Show: Jake Tapper accuses Biden’s team of a cover-up, Target warns of major tariff-related losses, and Canada considers joining Trump’s “Golden Dome” defense plan, much more... 💊 Chapter: Get Medicare help for free at https://ashkchapter.org/pakman 🧽 Blueland: Get 15% OFF sustainable cleaning products at https://blueland.com/pakman 💻 Get Private Internet Access for 83% OFF + 4 months free at https://www.piavpn.com/David -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/davidpakmanshow -- Get David's Books: https://davidpakman.com/echo -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow

-- On the Show: — Where the economy stands after four months of Trump: unemployment steady, GDP dips, inflation down, consumer confidence collapsing — Trump lashes out during a press conference, lies about healthcare and groceries, praises the Pope’s nonexistent MAGA brother, and walks into a wall — Karoline Leavitt answers kids’ questions with a stream of propaganda and fantasy about Trump, climate change, and gold-plated Oval Office décor — Trump unveils a fantasy “golden dome” missile defense shield, falsely claims it’s already funded, and confuses reporters with rants about vaults and Russia — Kristi Noem embarrassingly fails a basic civics test on habeas corpus, illustrating why the Trump movement is so dangerous to constitutional rights — Republican Congressman Thomas Massie turns on Trump over the tax bill’s $20 trillion price tag — and Trump demands Massie be voted out — Elon Musk says he’ll scale back future political spending after Trump’s failures, and insists media falsely portrayed him as a Nazi — Elizabeth Warren obliterates IRS nominee Billy Long for not knowing if the president can unilaterally revoke nonprofit status -- On the Bonus Show: Sources contradict Qatar plan "gift" narrative, Justice Dept opens inquiry into Andrew Cuomo, controversy explodes over Jake Tapper's book about Joe Biden's decline, much more... 🥣 Graza olive oil: Get 10% off “The Trio” set with code PAKMAN at https://graza.co 🤖 Sponsored by Venice: Use code PAKMAN for 20% off a Pro Account at https://venice.ai/pakman 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: http://incogni.com/pakman 🩳 SHEATH Underwear: Code PAKMAN for 20% OFF at https://sheathunderwear.com/pakman 🐟 Wild Alaskan Company: Get $35 OFF with code PAKMAN at https://wildalaskan.com/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/davidpakmanshow -- Get David's Books: https://davidpakman.com/echo -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow

-- On the Show: -- JL Collins, author of major personal finance books including The Simple Path to Wealth, joins David to discuss the instability of the Trump economy and how the average person should navigate it financially — Far-right Trump-style candidate George Simion loses Romanian presidential race in a runoff after confirmed Russian interference in the first round, while global MAGA-style leaders in Canada and Australia also voted out as populist playbook runs out of steam — Trump’s new tax plan keeps his 2017 cuts alive, adds MAGA-branded savings accounts, and includes massive giveaways to the rich — Trump claims Biden has “stage 9” cancer, a thing that doesn’t exist, while bragging about acing his own cognitive test — Trump stuns audience with delusions about sending water to California and inventing the Patriots, then rants about drug prices and tariffs — Trump rambles about deepfakes, amendments, Putin, and imaginary $5 trillion payments during a chaotic public appearance — Karoline Leavitt defends Trump’s gift jet, floats bizarre theories about tariffs, and dodges questions about the deficit and Taylor Swift — JD Vance uses Biden’s cancer diagnosis to cast doubt on his fitness and blames Putin’s continued war on confusion -- On the Bonus Show: Patel & Bongino face MAGA wrath by dismissing Epstein conspiracies, NJ Rep charged with assaulting ICE agents, Trump admin to pay $5 million to family of Jan 6 rioter Ashli Babbitt, much more... 🔊 Babbel language learning: Get up to 60% OFF at https://babbel.com/pakman 💪 AG1 is offering you a FREE $76 GIFT when you sign up at https://drinkag1.com/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/davidpakmanshow -- Get David's Books: https://davidpakman.com/echo -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow

-- On the Show: — Joe Biden diagnosed with aggressive metastatic prostate cancer, MAGA immediately floods the internet with conspiracy theories — Audio from Biden’s deposition leaks, right-wing media erupts with claims of dementia based on five selective minutes — Trump delivers rambling, incoherent speech in Qatar about drones, trees, groceries, and imaginary lumberjack tournaments — Conservative lawyer John Yoo says Trump’s plan to suspend habeas corpus would be stronger grounds for impeachment than either of the first two — Mike Pence criticizes Trump’s tariffs, gifts from Qatar, and violations of the Emoluments Clause — Trump lashes out at Bruce Springsteen for criticizing him abroad and suggests there could be consequences when he returns — Trump stumbles through a Fox News interview, calls nuclear weapons “the N-word,” brags about oil quality, and defends accepting a $400 million jet — Trump spirals on Truth Social with posts about the Autopen, Walmart, and rigged elections -- On the Bonus Show: Mexican ship crashes into Brooklyn Bridge, Trump DOJ considers making it easier to indict members of Congress, more than 2,000 Starbucks baristas strike over new dress code, much more... 💰 Kikoff helps you build your credit! Get your first month for $1 at https://getkikoff.com/pakman 🛌 Helix Sleep mattresses: Get 27% OFF sitewide at https://helixsleep.com/pakman 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: http://incogni.com/pakman 🥦 Lumen lets you master your metabolism. GET 15% OFF at https://lumen.me/pakman 💼 Odoo: Try it completely FREE for 14 days (no credit card needed) at https://odoo.com/pakman 🍷 Naked Wines: Use code PAKMAN to get 6 bottles for $39.99 at https://nakedwines.com/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/davidpakmanshow -- Get David's Books: https://davidpakman.com/echo -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow

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-- On the Show: — Trump talks about suspending habeas corpus, a mayor is arrested for protesting, and much of the country shrugs. We explain how normalization is the point—and how authoritarianism doesn’t need shock, just your resignation. — From judges being stalked to school boards under threat, we unpack what modern civil war actually looks like—and how the U.S. may already be in one. — Trump’s team is openly considering prosecuting Democrats. — Trump’s orange spray tan gets more protection from Republicans than the Constitution. A student asks why he’s orange—and a GOP rep panics. — We ask the uncomfortable question: what if Trump doesn’t even need to finish his term? We explain how Trump was always the vehicle, not the destination—and why J.D. Vance is the backup plan. — RFK Jr. casually admits Trump took $100 million from Big Pharma—and Trump nods. Then the pharma stocks go up. But sure, he “can’t be bought.” — MAGA civil war explodes as Trump names a new Surgeon General who’s too moderate for the fringe. Anti-vaxxers turn on Trump. RFK Jr. branded controlled opposition. — Rand Paul goes rogue, saying Trump shouldn’t accept Qatar’s $400 million plane, and admitting tariffs hurt Americans. Somewhere, Jesse Watters faints. — Friday Feedback returns: We respond to questions about the MAGA economy, Trump’s spiral, the illusion of civil discourse, and the future of this show. -- On the Bonus Show: Right-wing reactions to Trump getting gifted a $400 million plane from Qatar, and much more... 👍 Save 20% on LUCY nicotine gum by using code PAKMAN at https://lucy.co 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: http://incogni.com/pakman 🔊 Babbel language learning: Get up to 60% OFF at https://babbel.com/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/davidpakmanshow -- Get David's Books: https://davidpakman.com/echo -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow

-- On the Show: -- Matt Gertz, Senior Fellow at Media Matters, joins David to discuss the Fox News-Trump pipeline in his second administration and much more — Walmart drops a red alert: Trump’s tariffs are about to jack up prices across the country—and red states will feel it hardest — Kristi Noem gets annihilated on live television as Rep. Swalwell and Rep. Ramirez deliver brutal takedowns on ethics and fake photos — Trump publicly gushes over Qatar’s authoritarian leaders after receiving a $400M private jet—he’s not even pretending anymore — Trump stuns everyone with deranged, senile rants during his Middle East trip: drone trees, submarines, and Sean Duffy climbing competitions — Trump whines that Biden is “mean” and “stupid” in part two of his Hannity interview—proving once again who the real snowflake is — Pam Bondi sold $1M+ in Trump Media stock the same day Trump announced tariffs that cratered the market—insider trading, anyone? — RFK Jr. says Americans shouldn’t take medical advice from him… while serving as Health Secretary — RFK Jr. also says $40,000 a month is a reasonable rehab cost, defending Medicaid cuts from the comfort of generational wealth -- On the Bonus Show: Trump impeachment resolution pulled moments before vote, Gavin Newsom reverses course on healthcare for undocumented immigrants, and more reporting on Pam Bondi’s shady stock sale 💻 Get Private Internet Access for 83% OFF + 4 months free at https://www.piavpn.com/David -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/davidpakmanshow -- Get David's Books: https://davidpakman.com/echo -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow

-- On the Show: -- Ned Price, intelligence and national security professional who spent more than a decade at the CIA, served at the White House’s National Security Council, U.S. Department of State, and was the Deputy to the U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, joins David to discuss the illegality of Trump accepting a free plane from Qatar, and the broader corruption that is happening under Trump's watch — AOC obliterates the GOP’s Medicaid lies, exposing how their plan punishes 13.7 million Americans to protect the rich — Trump collapses in a softball Hannity interview, spiraling into incoherent rants about airplanes, drugstore “fat shots,” and imaginary healthcare plans — Trump literally falls asleep during a major Saudi summit, joined by his Treasury Secretary and Secretary of State, as the world watches in disbelief — In a humiliating spectacle, Trump showers praise on Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman—the man U.S. intel says ordered the murder of a journalist — Trump gets hit with new articles of impeachment in Congress, and Republicans are about to be forced to go on record — There is still no China trade deal—Trump now admits it’s just “a concept,” not an agreement, not a framework, not anything -- On the Bonus Show: What’s in Trump’s new tax and immigration bill, federal judge authorizes Alien Enemies Act deportations, and Supreme Court prepares for a showdown over birthright citizenship, much more... 🥄 Use code PAKMAN for $5 off Magic Spoon at https://magicspoon.com/pakman 🩳 SHEATH Underwear: Code PAKMAN for 20% OFF at https://sheathunderwear.com/pakman 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: http://incogni.com/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/davidpakmanshow -- Get David's Books: https://davidpakman.com/echo -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow

-- On the Show: -- Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) joins David to discuss the tariffs, the flouting of the rule of law, potential suspension of habeas corpus by the Trump administration, deportations, and more... — Republicans swore they wouldn’t cut Medicaid — now they’re doing exactly that, and 13 million Americans could lose coverage — Trump’s big promise to cut spending is a complete fraud: the deficit is exploding, DOGE was a joke, and Elon Musk already got what he wanted — Trump’s refugee program for white South Africans is now real — and Fox is openly admitting it’s about bringing in people who can “assimilate” — Trump officials are now saying out loud that white immigrants are being prioritized because they “fit in better” — the racism is no longer subtle — Donald Trump’s brain short-circuits again as he claims to have invented the word “equalize,” forgets to sign his own executive order, and pushes imaginary car factories — Trump melts down when asked whether he’ll keep the $400 million luxury jet gifted to him by Qatar — and the answer is obviously yes -- On the Bonus Show: Why Americans aren’t taking the manufacturing jobs that already exist, Trump signs a drug order that might do nothing, and Hasan Piker is detained by CBP, much more... 🐟 Wild Alaskan Company: Get $35 OFF with code PAKMAN at https://wildalaskan.com/pakman 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: http://incogni.com/pakman 😬 Remi mouth guards: Get up to 50% OFF with code PAKMAN at https://shopremi.com/pakman 🤖 Sponsored by Venice: Use code PAKMAN for 20% off a Pro Account at https://venice.ai/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/davidpakmanshow -- Get David's Books: https://davidpakman.com/echo -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow