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More DOGE savings, Migrant shelter in NY to shut down, MAHA Commission

Elon's e-mail to federal employees, Economics of DOGE, Ending property taxes

Rich talks with former federal prosecutor Doug Burns about Elon Musk's ultimatum to federal employees, as well as the confirmation of Kash Patel as FBI director. We also look at the DOGE dividends with E.J. Antoni, economist at the Heritage Foundation and the Committee to Unleash Prosperity. Later, Walker Wildmon, vice president of operations for the American Family Association, discusses whether Apple is doing enough to protect children. Plus, much more in the news, including a major shakeup at MSNBC, Vivek Ramaswamy's bid for governor in Ohio, and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' proposal to end property taxes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Big day for Kash Patel, Black Hawk helicopter pilot, Beware of tax scams

Rich talks with investigative journalist Ann Vandersteel, founder of American Made Foundation, about Kash Patel being sworn in as FBI director. We also take a look at President Trump's approval ratings with pollster Mark Mitchell, from Rasmussen Reports. Later, John Fawcett tells how he went from executive producer for Lou Dobbs to host of "The Great America Show." Former Black Hawk pilot Elizabeth McCormick gives her take on the recent collision of a helicopter and an American Airlines plane near Reagan National Airport. Plus, some scams to avoid this tax season, from personal finance expert Derrick Kinney. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CPAC, Colleges and DEI, Companies selling lifelong robots

Rich discusses what's happening at this year's CPAC gathering, including an appearance by Elon Musk, with Matt Schlapp, chairman of the American Conservative Union. Next, the Dept. of Education is threatening to cut funding from universities with DEI programs; we get details from Jennifer Kabbany, editor-in-chief at the College Fix. Later, we learn how some companies are manufacturing and selling lifelong humanoid robots with Elan Inbar, owner of RobotLAB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Dictator" Zelensky, De-banking, DOGE Dividends

Rich discusses President Trump's comments on the war in Ukraine, including his labeling of President Zelensky as "a dictator," with USAF Brigadier General (Ret.) Blaine Holt. Next, we meet Nick Vujicic, a faith-based motivational speaker and co-founder of ProLifeFinTech. He shares his personal story of overcoming adversity and tells how he was de-banked due to his conservative views. Plus, a look at DOGE Dividends with Dennis Kneale, host of the podcast "What's Bugging Me" and author of the new book "The Leadership Genius of Elon Musk." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trump pardons "Blago," Trafficking across our northern border

Rich welcomes former Congressman and Governor of Illinois Rod Blagojevich, who was recently granted a full pardon by President Trump. Later, human traffickers are now smuggling people across the U.S. northern border. We find out more from Andi Buerger, founder of Voices Against Trafficking. Plus, your calls on DOGE, Ukraine, and other news of the day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Third judge blocks EO on birthright citizenship, Tariffs, Trump at the track

Rich talks with Amy Swearer, senior legal fellow at the Heritage Foundation, about yet another judge's decision to block President Trump's executive order on birthright citizenship. Former Trump economic advisor Steve Moore tells why the plan for sweeping tariffs could shock inflation back into gear. Later, we check in with Kristen Smeehuyzen; she and her family were in attendance on Sunday when President Trump made an appearance at the Daytona 500. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

DOGE orders more layoffs, DEI in public schools, Dishonesty over finances

Rich discusses parental rights and how some public schools are pushing DEI policies with Corey DeAngelis, senior fellow at the American Culture Project, Also on this Valentine's Day, psychotherapist Jill Robin Payne joins us to talk about couples not being honest with each other when it comes to finances. Plus, the Department of Government Efficiency orders more federal layoffs, along with the other news of the day and your phone calls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Government waste, HHS Secretary Kennedy confirmed, Historian on poverty and wealth

Rich discusses Lee Zeldin's findings of waste at the EPA with Shawn Farrash, host of "Ungoverned" on LFA-TV. Robert F. Kennedy, Junior has been sworn in as Secretary of Health and Human Services. We get the view from Dr. Joseph Varon, president and chief medical officer at Independent Medical Alliance. Plus, German historian and sociologist Rainer Zitelmann talks about his book "The Origins of Poverty and Wealth." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is DOGE illegal?, Immigration, Israel

Rich discusses whether DOGE is legal with attorney, author and columnist Leslie Corbly. We also get the latest on immigration and dangerous illegal immigrants, including Tren de Aragua gang members, being sent to Guantanamo Bay. Later, a live report from Jerusalem with Jonathan Tobin, editor-in-chief of the Jewish News Syndicate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices