The David Pakman Show

-- On the Show: -- Xavier Becerra, former Secretary of Health and Human Services now running for Governor of California, joins us to discuss the campaign -- Democrats prepare House investigations into Donald Trump focused on Epstein files, alleged family corruption and more if they retake Congress -- JD Vance is becoming isolated inside Donald Trump’s White House as Marco Rubio gains influence and allies connected to Vance resign -- Internet conspiracy theories explode after a shooter opens fire near the White House and Secret Service agents return fire -- Donald Trump returns to Walter Reed for another medical evaluation as questions grow about his overall physical condition -- Kevin Hassett argues grocery prices are rising because refrigerator regulations close stores, while also claiming higher spending is good -- Donald Trump posts aggressively on Truth Social overnight in yet another online public political meltdown -- Donald Trump struggles through a Memorial Day speech, nearly falls asleep during Hegseth's remarks, and claims he took over Venezuela -- On the Bonus Show: Paxton vs. Cornyn runoff today in Texas, Tulsi Gabbard resigns as DNI, Hasan Piker is subpoenaed after Cuba trip, and much more... 🛍️ Shopify: Sign up for $1/month trial and start selling today at https://shopify.com/pakman ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman 🧠 Try Brain.fm totally free for a month at https://brain.fm/pakman 🛌 Helix Sleep mattresses: Get 27% OFF sitewide at https://helixsleep.com/pakman 🍓 Strawberry.me: Get a $50 credit when you sign up for coaching at https://strawberry.me/pakman 😺 Smalls cat food: Use code PAKMAN for 60% off & free shipping at https://smalls.com -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com -- 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 (00:00) Start (08:49) Democrats plan to investigate Trump (19:56) JD Vance is losing influence (26:44) Conspiracy theories explode after White House shooting (36:17) Trump sent to the hospital again (57:34) Xavier Becerra Interview (1:06:46) Trump melts down on Truth Social (1:12:35) Trump delivers Memorial Day speech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

-- On the Show: -- Donald Trump's rallies revolve around emotional loyalty, repetition, grievance, and identity reinforcement rather than policy and ideology -- The Democratic National Committee finally releases its 2024 election autopsy, bowing to intense internal pressure for transparency -- Donald Trump tells reporters he might skip his son's wedding because of Iran and promotes the ballroom with bulletproof walls and a drone port -- A new Quinnipiac poll shows Donald Trump collapsing on economic approval as Americans blame him for rising prices -- Donald Trump receives praise and ceremonies from authoritarian leaders abroad but returns without meaningful diplomatic wins -- The United States increasingly projects military power and nationalist imagery while struggling internally with debt, instability, and rising costs -- Democratic leaders continue relying on cautious media strategies while Republicans adapt faster to aggressive, unscripted messaging -- The Friday Feedback segment -- On the Bonus Show: Graduation speakers across the country get booed over AI praise, and much more... 🩳 Quince: Get free shipping & 365-day returns at https://quince.com/pakman 🧠 Try Brain.fm totally free for a month at https://brain.fm/pakman 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: http://incogni.com/pakman 🥄 Magic Spoon: Use code PAKMAN for $5 off at https://magicspoon.com/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com -- 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 (00:00) Start (01:37) A closer look at Trump rallies (08:16) DNC releases 2024 autopsy (15:11) Trump might skip his son's wedding (24:42) Trump's economic approval collapses (31:18) Trump gets praise from foreign dictators, but no wins (39:46) America is a fake superpower (46:51) Democrats haven't learned from 2024 (53:46) Friday Feedback segment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

-- On the Show: -- Lanny Davis, political operative and attorney, joins us to discuss his new book "Finding the Third Way: Lessons in the Politics of Civility From My Journey Through History" -- Donald Trump, speaking to reporters, falsely says Barack Obama withdrew from Afghanistan, and claims the United States is “freeing Cuba" -- CNN analyst Harry Enten reports Donald Trump holds a negative fifty percent approval rating among nonvoters from the 2024 election -- Acting Surgeon General Stephanie Haridopolos appears on Fox News after Donald Trump withdraws his previous nominee -- Donald Trump rambles through a Coast Guard commencement speech and bizarrely claims Taiwan “took” the American chip industry -- Right-wingers defend Trump-aligned political narratives involving Cuba fears, January 6 compensation, and claims of persecution -- Americans are increasingly relying on credit cards for expenses as debt, delinquencies, housing costs, and financial anxiety rise -- Senator John Kennedy criticizes Cuba, however his description increasingly resembles fears about Trump-style politics in America -- On the Bonus Show: Former Massachusetts Congressman Barney Frank dies at 86, officers sue to block Trump's $1.8 billion slush fund, Trump says he doesn't need Congress to build his DC arch, and much more... 🛍️ Shopify: Sign up for $1/month trial and start selling today at https://shopify.com/pakman 💪 AG1 is offering you a free Flavor Sampler and free gift at https://drinkag1.com/pakman 🍓 Strawberry.me: Get a $50 credit when you sign up for coaching at https://strawberry.me/pakman 🥐 Wildgrain: Use code DAVID for $30 off & free croissants FOR LIFE at https://wildgrain.com/david 🩳 SHEATH Underwear: Code PAKMAN for 20% OFF at https://sheathunderwear.com/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com -- 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 (00:00) Start (01:27) Trump says he's freeing Cuba (10:47) Trump's approval rating in freefall (17:04) Trump's finds a new surgeon general (26:15) Trump speaks to Coast Guard (31:37) Reactions to Trump's January 6 fund (42:23) Lanny Davis interview (1:10:54) Americans are running out of money under Trump (1:18:23) Senator criticizes Cuba, unwittingly the US too Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

-- On the Show: -- Trump helps defeat Rep. Thomas Massie in Kentucky after Massie criticized Trump and pushed for the release of the Epstein files -- Donald Trump creates a multi-billion dollar fund for allies while his administration also limits tax investigations involving the Trumps -- JD Vance defends Donald Trump’s stock trading controversy by arguing that Trump does not personally execute the trades himself -- JD Vance repeatedly tries to reinterpret Donald Trump’s comments about ignoring the financial impact of war on Americans -- Donald Trump endorses Ken Paxton over incumbent John Cornyn for Senate despite Paxton facing corruption scandals and fraud allegations -- A nurse and attorney raises concerns about Donald Trump’s visible swelling, dental procedures, and possible cardiovascular health issues -- Donald Trump makes confusing public remarks about religion, war, gas prices, and the ballroom while dismissing economic pain for Americans -- Donald Trump speaks at a congressional picnic and makes confusing comments about prices and the economy -- On the ⁠Bonus Show⁠: Colorado's Democratic governor faces backlash after freeing Tina Peters, Raul Castro is expected to be indicted today, Minnesota becomes the first state to ban prediction markets, and much more... 💳 PDS Debt: Get your free assessment & find the best option for you at ⁠https://pdsdebt.com/pakman⁠ 🤖 Sponsored by Venice: Use code PAKMAN for 20% off a Pro Account at ⁠https://venice.ai/pakman⁠ 💻 Sponsored by Private Internet Access: 83% OFF + 4 months free at ⁠https://www.piavpn.com/DavidP⁠ 🥄 Magic Spoon: Use code PAKMAN for $5 off at ⁠https://magicspoon.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 -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: ⁠https://davidpakman.substack.com⁠ -- 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 (00:00) Start (01:32) Thomas Massie loses reelection after Trump split (09:06) Trump forbids IRS from investigating him, sons (19:35) Vance struggles to excuse Trump's corruption (27:23) Vance tries to clean up Trump's remarks (37:25) Trump endorses Ken Paxton in Texas (44:15) Nurse claims Trump has heart issues (50:39) Trump rambles about Iran, the ballroom (58:28) Trump speaks at congressional picnic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

-- On the Show: -- Don Lemon, journalist and host of The Don Lemon Show, joins us to discuss Trump's political prosecution against him following his coverage of an anti-ICE protest at a Minnesota church -- Modern politicians increasingly prioritize viral clips, livestream culture, and audience loyalty over policy expertise and effective governance -- Donald Trump posts a statement claiming Middle Eastern leaders begged him to delay an Iran attack, while Fox News reframes his retreat -- YouTube impressions for left-leaning media collapse by roughly 30 percent while subscribers report videos disappearing from their feeds -- Donald Trump delivers rambling healthcare remarks, praises a taxpayer-funded settlement benefiting allies, and attacks voting by mail -- Candace Owens, Alex Jones, Anthony Scaramucci, and other figures openly discuss Donald Trump’s instability and possible removal -- Donald Trump reportedly bought Thermo Fisher, Micron, and Dell stock shortly before praising the companies in speeches and TV appearances -- JD Vance, Pete Hegseth, and other MAGA figures imitate Trump’s speaking style but fail to replicate his chaotic charisma -- On the Bonus Show: Elon Musk loses OpenAI lawsuit, Kamala Harris calls for court-packing and adding states, Trump's corrupt stock trades exposed, and much more... ✉️ StartMail: Get 50% OFF for a year subscription at https://startmail.com/pakman 🧠 Try Brain.fm totally free for a month at https://brain.fm/pakman 🔬 Freedom From Religion Foundation: Text DAVID to 511511 or go to https://ffrf.us/david -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com -- 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 (00:00) Start (01:39) Politics has become content (11:02) Trump delays Iran attacks (17:30) Independent media YouTube views down (27:51) Trump delivers rambling health care remarks (37:33) 25th Amendment speculation continues (43:56) Don Lemon interview (01:01:05) Trump praises companies after buying their stock (01:07:19) Vance and Hegseth try copying Trump's persona Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Watch on Spotify. Spotify Premium users get no commercial breaks on my show: https://open.spotify.com/show/1T2BWou29M0aNfhFx61mL6 -- On the Show: -- Donald Trump returns from China without a breakthrough on Iran or oil prices, then threatens more military escalation as gas prices remain high -- Decades of institutional failures, economic instability, and collapsing public trust are fueling conspiracy thinking and deepening political division -- New polling shows Donald Trump losing major support among Latino voters as rising costs and unmet economic promises weaken his coalition -- Donald Trump delivers an awkward prerecorded message for the Rededicate 250 religious event that mixes government with religion -- Former Trump supporters publicly describe regretting their votes as frustration grows over broken promises and a worsening economy -- A fiery Fox News segment from Maria Bartiromo defends Trump with misleading claims about Russia, Joe Biden, and federal investigations -- Polling reveals a major disconnect between Republican perceptions about immigration and tariffs versus the economic and crime data -- David discovers thousands of messages from angry people who kept calling years after the show stopped taking voicemails -- On the Bonus Show: Trump drops his $10 billion IRS lawsuit, Trump's revenge tour in Republican primaries continues, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert enters its final week, and much more... 💦 Pocket Hose: Text PAKMAN to 64000 for two free gifts with purchase of Pocket Hose Ballistic 🛌 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 🔬 Freedom From Religion Foundation: Text DAVID to 511511 or go to https://ffrf.us/david -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com -- 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 (00:00) Start (01:19) Trump got nothing from his China trip (09:32) Trump's poor economy amplifies conspiracy theories (20:37) Trump's support among Latino men collapses (31:23) Trump delivers awkward remarks at Rededicate 250 (41:21) Former Trump supporters speak out (49:33) Maria Bartiromo tries to distract from Trump's failures (56:57) Polling shows Republicans are wrong on immigration (1:04:12) David checks the voicemail line Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

-- On the Show: -- Ground beef prices hit record highs above $7 per pound while families increasingly rely on credit cards for groceries -- Donald Trump publicly agrees with Xi Jinping, describing the US as a declining nation, then tries to blame Joe Biden while praising himself -- Donald Trump struggles climbing Air Force One stairs and delivers confusing remarks about Iran and the Strait of Hormuz -- Donald Trump sas he defends selling American farmland to Chinese buyers and supports keeping Chinese students in US universities -- A three-time Trump voter posts an emotional apology video saying he regrets attending MAGA rallies, wearing the hat, and supporting Trump -- Trump economic adviser Kevin Hassett says slower immigration means the economy now needs fewer jobs each month -- Former FBI Director James Comey mocks Trump’s obsession with him and says his daughter was fired because of their family name -- The Friday Feedback segment 🛌 Helix Sleep mattresses: Get 27% OFF sitewide at https://helixsleep.com/pakman 💪 AG1 is offering you a free Flavor Sampler and free gift at https://drinkag1.com/pakman 🤖 Sponsored by Venice: Use code PAKMAN for 20% off a Pro Account at https://venice.ai/pakman 💻 Sponsored by Private Internet Access: 83% OFF + 4 months free at https://www.piavpn.com/DavidP -- On the Bonus Show: Right-wing reactions to rising gas prices, Stephen Miller is out of the spotlight, and much more... -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com -- 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 (00:00) Start (01:44) Ground beef prices surge (08:34) Trump praises China, insults America (15:33) Trump stumbles getting on Air Force One (26:25) Trump backs down to China (35:21) Three-time Trump voter apologizes (44:29) Trump adviser admits immigration is good (50:25) James Comey criticizes his bogus criminal case (57:54) Friday Feedback Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

-- On the Show: -- Rising credit card, student loan, auto loan, and mortgage delinquencies show millions of Americans falling behind in Trump's economy -- Marty Makary resigns as FDA commissioner amid pressure from Trump allies pushing restrictions on abortion medication and antidepressants -- Donald Trump praises Xi Jinping repeatedly during a public appearance while making strange comments about Chinese food -- Xi Jinping warns tensions over Taiwan could lead to direct conflict between China and the US as Trump sends inconsistent signals -- Democratic lawmakers publicly question Donald Trump’s mental fitness after late night Truth Social posts, rambling speeches, and other evidence -- JD Vance attempts to soften Trump’s comments about ignoring Americans’ financial struggles while awkwardly distancing himself -- Sebastian Gorka claims Trump keeps an “if I die” letter for JD Vance in the Resolute Desk as allies increasingly talk about assassination plots -- Barack Obama defends the Iran nuclear deal by pointing out that it reduced Iran’s uranium stockpile without resulting in a war -- On the Bonus Show: Trump explores 250 pardons to celebrate America's 250th, fuel in Cuba has run out due to the US blockade, Florida's history course whitewashes the founding fathers on slavery, and much more... 💳 PDS Debt: Get your free assessment & find the best option for you at https://pdsdebt.com/pakman 🍓 Strawberry.me: Get a $50 credit when you sign up for coaching at https://strawberry.me/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 -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com -- 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 (00:00) Intro (01:20) Americans falling behind in Trump's economy (08:01) FDA commissioner resigns amid MAHA pressure (20:59) Trump praises dictator Xi Jinping (27:41) Xi Jinping warns Trump about Taiwan (35:37) Democrats call out Trump's fitness for office (42:26) JD Vance cleans up Trump's comments (49:16) Trump reportedly has an "if I die" letter (55:35) Obama defends his Iran deal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

-- On the Show: -- Ashley St. Clair, social media content creator and former MAGA firebrand now speaking out against the movement, joins us to discuss coordinated right-wing "marching orders" and pay-for-play schemes -- Robert Reich outlines a political maneuver where JD Vance and Marco Rubio invoke the 25th Amendment to oust Donald Trump -- Donald Trump travels to Beijing accompanied by a massive delegation of billionaires, including Elon Musk and Jensen Huang -- JD Vance sees his 2028 presidential nomination odds drop in betting markets as Marco Rubio gains favor among Republican donors -- Donald Trump states during a press event that he does not think about the financial situation of Americans, despite increasing prices -- Donald Trump insults reporter Akayla Gardner by calling her dumb after she asks about the ballooning costs of his ballroom project -- Donald Trump schedules his third dental evaluation of the year at Walter Reed, despite the White House possessing its own dental suite -- Donald Trump prepares for an annual physical at Walter Reed following recent admissions of receiving a CT scan -- On the Bonus Show: The Army cuts training over budget issues, Estonia considers a law that would require adoption transparency, AOC leads Democrats in 2028 polling, and much more... 😺 Smalls cat food: Use code PAKMAN for 60% off & free shipping at https://smalls.com 👂 MDHearing: Use code PAKMAN to get a pair for just $247 at https://shopmdhearing.com/ 🥐 Wildgrain: Use code DAVID for $30 off & free croissants FOR LIFE at https://wildgrain.com/david 💻 Sponsored by Private Internet Access: 83% OFF + 4 months free at https://www.piavpn.com/DavidP -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com -- 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 (00:00) Start (01:27) The plan to remove Trump via 25th Amendment (08:38) Trump and billionaires fly to China (15:45) JD Vance's 2028 odds collapse (26:27) Trump admits he doesn't care about prices (32:16) Trump insults reporter who asks about his ballroom (39:56) Ashley St. Clair interview (55:29) Trump's unexplained medical visits continue (1:02:24) Trump keeps getting medical exams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

-- On the Show: -- Senator Cory Booker, Democrat from New Jersey, joins us to discuss Democratic strategy ahead of the midterms, the Iran war, and more… -- Inflation reaches 3.8% as energy prices jump nearly 18% annually, gas prices stay near multi-year highs, and wages fall while prices increase -- White House spokesperson Anna Kelly says Trump is “not in a rush” to address high gas prices, while Trump calls the oil crisis “amazing” -- Donald Trump praises Xi Jinping for ruling China with an “iron fist” and calls Belarus leader Alexander Lukashenko “fantastic” -- A new poll finds millions of Americans question whether the assassination attempts against Donald Trump in Butler and DC were real -- Robert F. Kennedy Jr. warns that sperm counts have dropped while Donald Trump appears asleep before later praising McDonald’s -- Trump delivers a rambling speech where he mocks Gavin Newsom and jokes about Secret Service agents lifting JD Vance “like a little boy" -- Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez criticizes Marjorie Taylor Greene as a “proven bigot and anti-semite,” sparking backlash from Cenk Uygur -- On the Bonus Show: Calls for Democrats to pack the court return, a California mayor is charged with acting as a foreign agent for China, Trump weighs suspended the gas tax, and much more... 💦 Pocket Hose: Text PAKMAN to 64000 for two free gifts with purchase of Pocket Hose Ballistic 🤖 Sponsored by Venice: Use code PAKMAN for 20% off a Pro Account at ⁠https://venice.ai/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 -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com -- 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 (00:00) Start (01:24) Inflation hits highest level in 3 years (08:53) White House says it's in no rush to lower gas prices (16:07) Trump praises authoritarians (23:53) Polling shows Americans doubt Trump assassination attempts (30:34) RFK warns about sperm count as Trump praises McDonald's (40:01) Cory Booker Interview (1:00:13) Trump mocks Newsom, JD Vance (1:08:30) AOC warns about Marjorie Taylor Greene Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

-- On the Show: -- Sarah Isgur, editor of SCOTUSblog, host of the legal podcast Advisory Opinions, and a legal analyst for ABC News, joins us to discuss her new book "Last Branch Standing: A Potentially Surprising, Occasionally Witty Journey Inside Today's Supreme Court" -- Donald Trump announces plans for an “Election Integrity Army” in the 2026 midterms while accusing Democrats of interference -- Donald Trump repeatedly declares the Iran conflict over while new strikes, escalation, and military activity continue 11 weeks into the war -- Sebastian Gorka claims the Iran war is lasting longer than just a few weeks because the Trump administration has been “too effective” -- Trump economic adviser Kevin Hassett and Energy Secretary Chris Wright continue blaming Joe Biden for inflation and energy costs -- Donald Trump gives confusing answers about vaccines, Cuba, Fort Knox, football prices, and future military operations -- Donald Trump gives a $6.9 million no-bid contract for the Washington reflecting pool renovation to his own pool contractor -- David gets medical testing, including an ultrasound, after some viewers speculate about his health and appearance online -- On the Bonus Show: Democrats strategize following a court axing Virginia's new congressional map, more than a third of Americans believe the midterms will be stolen, the US will start revoking passports from those who owe child support, and much more... 🥐 Wildgrain: Use code DAVID for $30 off & free croissants FOR LIFE at https://wildgrain.com/david ✉️ StartMail: Get 50% OFF for a year subscription at https://startmail.com/pakman 😺 Smalls cat food: Use code PAKMAN for 60% off & free shipping at https://smalls.com 👂 MDHearing: Use code PAKMAN to get a pair for just $247 at https://shopmdhearing.com/ -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com -- 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 (00:00) Start (01:29) Trump announces an election army (08:01) Trump keeps saying the Iran war is over (13:12) Gorka says Iran continues because Trump's too effective (22:12) Trump officials keep blaming Biden (31:46) Trump hints at war with Cuba (42:53) Sarah Isgur Interview (1:01:35) Trump gives DC reflecting pool contract to his pool guy (1:07:52) David's health results Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

-- On the Show: -- A federal trade court blocks Donald Trump’s new 10% global tariffs, ruling they were not justified under decades-old trade law -- Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy says Americans should take summer road trips despite gas reaching $4.55 a gallon -- Donald Trump abruptly cancels a live press event with Brazil’s president without explanation, leaving reporters waiting for hours -- Donald Trump makes confusing and false claims about military strikes, gas prices, the stock market, and public health at the White House -- Republican officials shift attention toward voter fraud claims as voters remain frustrated over prices, instability, and Trump’s unmet promises -- The Friday Feedback segment -- On the Bonus Show: Mehdi Hasan destroys Michael Knowles in January 6 debate, Americans get polled about beating Trump in a fight, and much more... 💳 PDS Debt: Get your free assessment & find the best option for you at https://pdsdebt.com/pakman 🤖 Sponsored by Venice: Use code PAKMAN for 20% off a Pro Account at https://venice.ai/pakman 🥐 Wildgrain: Use code DAVID for $30 off & free croissants FOR LIFE at https://wildgrain.com/david 🩳 SHEATH Underwear: Code PAKMAN for 20% OFF at https://sheathunderwear.com/pakman 🔬 Freedom From Religion Foundation: Text DAVID to 511511 or go to https://ffrf.us/david -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com -- 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 (00:00) Start (01:36) Trump officials insist the economy is fine (08:17) Republicans try rigging the midterms (21:15) Trade court shuts down Trump's tariffs (27:33) Trump abruptly cancels meeting with Brazilian president (39:04) Trump misleads on gas prices, stock market (47:36) Friday Feedback segment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

-- On the Show: -- Donald Trump succeeds in a political culture where social media rewards outrage, conspiracy content, and emotional reactions -- A deadly hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship draws scrutiny after the Trump administration cuts weakened CDC programs -- Donald Trump promotes a White House UFC event while gas prices climb above $4.50 per gallon and markets react to uncertainty -- Donald Trump becomes the subject of public ridicule after awkward remarks about Melania Trump and bizarre stories -- Anti-medical conspiracy rhetoric encourages some parents to reject vitamin K shots that prevent deadly newborn bleeding disorders -- Kevin Hassett celebrates rising credit card spending as economic strength, while Americans increasingly rely on debt and fall behind on bills -- GOP Rep. Carlos Gimenez compares compares current economic conditions to a hypothetical Biden presidency, arguing Trump is better -- Our video discussing abortion-related healthcare access gets suppressed by social media algorithms that limit politically sensitive content. Here is the original clip: https://youtu.be/1Hh_02YWLqY -- On the Bonus Show: The DNC refuses to release the 2024 autopsy report, John Roberts doesn't think the Supreme Court is political, CNN founder Ted Turner dies at 87, and much more... 🥐 Wildgrain: Use code DAVID for $30 off & free croissants FOR LIFE at https://wildgrain.com/david 🔬 Freedom From Religion Foundation: Text DAVID to 511511 or go to https://ffrf.us/david 🛌 Helix Sleep mattresses: Get 27% OFF sitewide at https://helixsleep.com/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com -- 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 (00:00) Start (01:20) Trump is a symptom, not the disease (09:16) Hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship (18:20) Gas is up 66% as Trump plays with toys (27:05) Trump laughed at during speech (35:52) MAGA parents reject vitamin K shots (43:28) Keven Hassett celebrates high credit card spending (47:42) Republican Rep says Biden would be worse (54:01) Our abortion video gets suppressed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

-- On the Show: -- Donald Trump pauses Project Freedom after Iran fires drones and the US sinks boats while Fox News protects Trump's decision to backtrack -- Donald Trump declares the Iran war over on Truth Social while admitting no agreement exists and proposes terms like ending enrichment -- Marjorie Taylor Greene claims Trump orchestrated a government shutdown to block a congressional vote on releasing the Epstein files -- Donald Trump promises others will pay for policies like tariffs and the border wall, but consumers and taxpayers end up covering the costs -- Lee Zeldin struggles to answer a basic question about environmental protections after expanding gas flaring and weakening regulations -- Donald Trump makes erratic remarks to children about Barack Obama and transgender issues at a White House event -- Trump voters in states like Ohio and Louisiana criticize Donald Trump over rising prices, war focus, and broken promises on social programs -- Megyn Kelly says she would still support Trump despite scandals because she prioritizes border policy and opposition to transgender rights -- JD Vance pauses mid-speech and loses his train of thought during a public event, showing a breakdown in his usual confident delivery -- On the Bonus Show: Trump's candidates win in Indiana, the Electoral College could be on the way out, Florida creates an "anti-woke" AP US history class, and much more... 💦 Pocket Hose: Text PAKMAN to 64000 for two free gifts with purchase of Pocket Hose Ballistic 🍓 Strawberry.me: Get a $50 credit when you sign up for coaching at https://strawberry.me/pakman 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: http://incogni.com/pakman 💻 Sponsored by Private Internet Access: 83% OFF + 4 months free at https://www.piavpn.com/DavidP -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com -- 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 (00:00) Start (01:13) Trump pauses Project Freedom (09:01) Trump says Iran war is over (15:15) MTG says Trump shut down government over Epstein (24:50) Taxpayers end up paying for Trump's projects (32:09) Lee Zeldin fails to answer a basic question (41:15) Trump's wacky remarks to children (48:17) Republican voters are sick of Trump (55:25) Megyn Kelly says she'll back Trump no matter what (1:02:18) JD Vance short circuits Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

-- On the Show: -- Sean Spicer, former Trump White House Press Secretary and host of The Sean Spicer Show, joins us to discuss his new book, "Trump 2.0: The Revolution That Will Permanently Transform America" -- Quentin Wiltz defeats Tony Carbone in the Pearland, Texas mayor race as Democrats flip a suburb where Trump got 60% of the vote -- Conservatives push court challenges and federal legislation targeting Mifepristone, the medication used in about 63% of abortions -- Donald Trump makes an unscheduled Saturday trip to a Florida dentist despite the White House having a full dental facility -- Donald Trump appears fatigued during a White House speech, struggling to keep his eyes open and rambling about unrelated topics -- Marjorie Taylor Greene claims Trump told her she would deserve it if her son were harmed and warned her about the Epstein files -- Democrats lead in House polling and remain competitive in Senate races, setting up the possibility of taking over Congress -- On the Bonus Show: Ohio and Indiana hold primaries, Trump's team tries blaming Biden for the Spirit Airlines collapse, Americans aren't sleeping enough, and much more... 🥐 Wildgrain: Use code DAVID for $30 off & free croissants FOR LIFE at https://wildgrain.com/david ✉️ StartMail: Get 50% OFF for a year subscription at https://startmail.com/pakman 🧠 Try Brain.fm totally free for a month at https://brain.fm/pakman 🖼️ Aura Frames: Use code PAKMAN for $25 off Carver Mat frames at https://auraframes.com/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com -- 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 (00:00) Start (01:24) Democrat wins in Texas (07:59) Republicans try banning abortion pill (17:42) Trump's unexplained dental trip (23:58) Trump looks tired during speech (34:17) Sean Spicer interview (1:04:55) Marjorie Taylor Greene says Trump threatened her son (1:11:59) Democrats could win the House and Senate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

-- On the Show: -- Todd Blanche admits selling “86” merchandise is legal while Republicans claim James Comey’s seashell post meant “kill the president" -- Donald Trump casually tells a crowd he would invade Cuba “on the way back” from Iran, in the latest sign that war with Cuba is next on his list -- Republican nominees repeatedly refuse to say Joe Biden won the 2020 election when questioned by Democratic senators -- Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent deflects a question about future oil prices by citing futures markets, which do not actually predict outcomes -- The New York Times' Lulu Garcia Navarro confronts Tucker Carlson over his claims about discussing Trump as the Antichrist -- A viral image showing a bulge in Donald Trump’s clothing fuels rumors that he may be wearing a diaper -- Gas prices reach their highest levels in years, contradicting Donald Trump’s promises of cheaper fuel -- Ben Shapiro’s YouTube viewership has dropped sharply since 2023, as The Daily Wire faces layoffs and declining influence -- On the Bonus Show: Trump's disapproval hits a record high, Josh Shapiro is accused of helping a Republican win, California will begin ticketing driverless cars, and much more... 💳 PDS Debt: Get your free assessment & find the best option for you at https://pdsdebt.com/pakman 🤖 Sponsored by Venice: Use code PAKMAN for 20% off a Pro Account at https://venice.ai/pakman 💡 Outskill: Grab your free seat to the 2-Day AI Mastermind at https://link.outskill.com/PAKMANDEC1 🖼️ Aura Frames: Use code PAKMAN for $25 off Carver Mat frames at https://auraframes.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 -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com -- 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 (00:00) Start (01:26) Blanche admits only Comey will be prosecuted for "86" post (10:22) Trump says he wants war with Cuba next (18:49) Republicans squirm over 2020 election question (28:11) Trump's Treasury Secretary obfuscates on gas prices (36:57) Tucker Carlson exposed in new interview (44:59) Trump diaper scandal goes viral (52:01) Gas prices reach highest level in years (58:49) The Daily Wire is on the decline Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

-- On the Show: -- Oil prices surge to about $126 per barrel, tied to the Iran conflict and Strait of Hormuz disruption, while Trump claims the war is calming -- Donald Trump says his administration will release UFO files, citing interviews with pilots who report unexplained aerial phenomena -- Republicans propose using taxpayer money to fund a $400 million White House ballroom despite earlier claims it would be privately funded -- Republicans shift from private funding to taxpayer funding for Trump's ballroom, while constituents struggle to afford groceries and utilities -- Mark Carney says Canadian reliance on the US under Trump has become a weakness and signals stronger ties with other partners -- The Friday Feedback segment -- On the Bonus Show: The US will issue passports with Trump's face on them, Erika Kirk speaks out after the White House Correspondents' Dinner, and much more... 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: http://incogni.com/pakman 💻 Sponsored by Private Internet Access: 83% OFF + 4 months free at https://www.piavpn.com/DavidP 🖼️ Aura Frames: Use code PAKMAN for $25 off Carver Mat frames at https://auraframes.com/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com -- 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 (00:00) Start (01:32) Oil prices surge to $126 per barrel (09:41) Trump teases UFO files release (18:04) GOP pushes for tax funded Trump ballroom (23:59) Trump focused on the ballroom as supporters struggle (30:56) Canada abandons US over Trump hostility (38:34) Friday Feedback Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

-- On the Show: -- Dr. Frank George, who runs The Gaslight Report on Substack, joins us to discuss recent examples of Trump's cognitive decline -- The Supreme Court strikes down a majority-Black district for relying too heavily on race, which enables new gerrymandered maps in Florida -- Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell warns that rising gas prices and tariffs are increasing inflation and slowing economic growth -- Todd Blanche says it would not surprise him if new details emerge about who shot a Secret Service agent at the Washington Hilton -- In an event with Artemis II astronauts, Donald Trump claims he could be an astronaut and treats James Comey's “86” as a murder threat -- Defense Department official Jules Hurst refuses to say if he has Signal on his phone during congressional testimony -- A Manhattan Institute poll finds about 47% of Democrats say the Butler, Pennsylvania shooting involving Donald Trump was staged -- On the Bonus Show: Janet Mills drops out of the Maine Senate race, a California billionaire tax measure heads to the ballot, families sue ChatGPT after a mass shooter used it to plan the attack, and much more... 👖 Fair Harbor: Get 20% off with code DAVID at https://fairharborclothing.com/david 📱 Cape: Get 33% off for 6 months with code PAKMAN at https://cape.co/pakman ✉️ StartMail: Get 50% OFF for a year subscription at https://startmail.com/pakman 🤖 Sponsored by Venice: Use code PAKMAN for 20% off a Pro Account at https://venice.ai/pakman 🔊 Blinkist: Try it free for 7 days and get 30% OFF at https://blinkist.com/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com -- 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 (00:00) Start (01:31) Supreme Court guts Voting Rights Act (08:55) Fed Chair warns about higher gas prices (18:12) Todd Blanche says he expects more suspects (25:07) Trump claims he could be an astronaut (35:34) Dr. Frank George Interview (55:40) Defense official cornerned over Signal (1:02:02) Almost half of Dems think Trump shooting was staged (00:00) Start (01:31) Supreme Court guts Voting Rights Act (08:55) Fed Chair warns about higher gas prices (18:12) Todd Blanche says he expects more suspects (25:07) Trump claims he could be an astronaut (35:34) Dr. Frank George Interview (55:40) Defense official gets cornered over Signal (1:02:02) Almost half of Dems think Trump shooting was staged Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

-- On the Show: -- Michael Wolff, journalist and author, joins us to discuss Trump's growing desperation over the failing Iran war and his collapsing approval numbers -- King Charles III tells Congress that power must be limited and NATO alliances must support Ukraine, contrasting Donald Trump’s positions -- Donald Trump struggles to read a speech next to King Charles III and delivers awkward lines while relying heavily on notes -- The Department of Justice indicts James Comey over a seashell photo reading 86 47 that Trump allies call a threat -- New evidence suggests the White House Correspondents’ Dinner suspect may not have fired shots, and the injury could be friendly fire -- Repeated incidents at Butler, a golf course, and the Washington Hilton show possible Secret Service security failures around Donald Trump -- Melania Trump appears uncomfortable as Donald Trump cuts in front of Queen Camilla and seeks attention during an event with the British royals -- Donald Trump posts to Truth Social at 4 a.m., warning Iran while sharing an image of himself with a rifle -- On the Bonus Show: Trump is turning the Washington DC reflecting pool blue, DHS staffers to start going unpaid again as partial shutdown continues, Australia moves to tax big tech to pay for newsrooms, and much more... 💳 PDS Debt: Get your free assessment & find the best option for you at https://pdsdebt.com/pakman 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: http://incogni.com/pakman 🛌 Helix Sleep mattresses: Get 27% OFF sitewide at https://helixsleep.com/pakman ✉️ StartMail: Get 50% OFF for a year subscription at https://startmail.com/pakman 🖼️ Aura Frames: Use code PAKMAN for $25 off Carver Mat frames at https://auraframes.com/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com -- 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 (00:00) Start (01:23) King Charles emphasizes NATO and Ukraine (11:25) Trump falters during speech with king (16:46) Comey indicted over seashell photo (24:31) Questions emerge in Correspondents' Dinner shooting (30:47) Secret Service lapses raise serious concerns (39:01) Michael Wolff interview (57:35) Melania appears uncomfortable at event (1:04:35) Trump posts about Iran overnight Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

-- On the Show: -- Melania Trump criticizes Jimmy Kimmel over his jokes about her, while Donald Trump calls on ABC and Disney to fire him -- Karoline Leavitt says Americans must tone down the rhetoric after an attempted assassination against Trump while blaming Democrats -- Karoline Leavitt, Mike Johnson, and Lindsey Graham promote a $400 million White House ballroom as a national security need -- Skeptics claim the assassination attempts against Trump were staged, but their observations do not support a broader conspiracy -- Donald Trump’s right hand appears swollen and discolored while meeting King Charles III, furthering questions about his health -- Gas prices remain high over the Iran war, despite reduced media coverage showing how economic issues often receive less attention -- The US Justice Department is reportedly scaling denaturalization cases from rare instances to hundreds, with unclear selection criteria -- On the Bonus Show: 8 in 10 of those Trump calls "low IQ" are people of color, Taylor Swift files trademark applications to protect against AI, schools debate getting rid of homework, and much more... 🖼️ Aura Frames: Use code PAKMAN for $25 off Carver Mat frames at https://auraframes.com/pakman 😺 Smalls cat food: Use code PAKMAN for 60% off & free shipping at https://smalls.com 🔊 Blinkist: Try it free for 7 days and get 30% OFF at https://blinkist.com/pakman 🥄 Magic Spoon: Use code PAKMAN for $5 off at https://magicspoon.com/pakman 🧠 Try Brain.fm totally free for a month at https://brain.fm/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com -- 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 (00:00) Start (01:29) Melania calls for Jimmy Kimmel to be canceled (09:58) Karoline calls on Democrats to tone down their rhetoric (21:07) Republicans back Trump’s ballroom following shooting (30:15) Skepticism continues over Trump assassination attempts (40:15) Trump’s hand looks even worse (47:29) Gas prices remain high two months into Trump’s Iran war (54:19) DOJ expands denaturalization case reviews Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices