Mid-Day Update: March 17, 2026

In this episode of the Great America Show, we welcome Stephen Gardner, host of the Stephen Gardner Show, to discuss pressing issues of the day. The conversation delves into President Trump's new task force aimed at combating fraud in federally funded programs, particularly focusing on the Minnesota and California cases. Gardner shares his insights on the implications of this initiative for American taxpayers and the upcoming midterm elections. Sponsor:My PillowWww.MyPillow.com/johnSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Republican lawmakers are expressing deep concern about a radical escalation in funding for the ongoing Iran conflict, following reports of the Pentagon asking for an additional $200 billion. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said that figure “could move,” however, it's unclear who actually supports it. And The Pentagon is preparing plans for possible troops on the ground in Iran, according to a leak to CBS News. Operation Epic Fury began on February 28 and is will going.The US military has decimated Iran’s missile infrastructure, naval forces, air force and nuclear capabilities, according to the Pentagon.Sponsor:My PillowWww.MyPillow.com/johnPromo code 'john' at checkout for up to 66% off all products!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John brings you the headlines for the day, including President Trump's latest remarks about NATO, the escalating conflict with Iran, and the ongoing investigations into former FBI officials.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The dems are at it again! They have let their Trump Derangement Syndrome get in the way of acting like normal, rational people. They don't care if Iran gets a nuclear weapon, they don't care if they could reach America with an ICBM. And Forbes this week out with some damning information about Mar-A-Lago and Trump's net worth - the dems are not going to be happy!Spnosor:My Pillowwww.mypillow.com/JohnPromo code 'john' for up to 66% off all items!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John breaks down the news of the day, including President Trump's statements regarding U.S. troop deployment in response to tensions with Iran, the President's economic achievements, including the Dow hitting 50,000.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we delve into the heated confirmation hearings for Oklahoma Senator Markwayne Mullin as he takes the helm at the Department of Homeland Security. Join us as we dissect the political drama, spotlighting the tensions between Mullin and Senator Rand Paul. Discover the underlying issues surrounding immigration policy, border security, and the surprising dynamics within the Republican Party.Sponsor:My PillowWww.MyPillow.com/johnSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John brings you up to speed on the important news of the day, including the recent resignation of Joe Kent, the former director of the National Counterterrorism Center, Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard's defense of President Trump's actions regarding Iran, the ongoing scrutiny of Attorney General Pam Bondi over the Epstein files, and the Senate's recent maneuvers concerning voter ID legislation. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John breaks down the biggest news items you need to know about, including the referral of Kristi Noem to the Justice Department over alleged perjury, the ongoing war with Iran, and a federal judge's intervention in vaccine schedules. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the Great America Show, we welcome Stephen Gardner, host of the Stephen Gardner Show, to discuss pressing issues of the day. The conversation delves into President Trump's new task force aimed at combating fraud in federally funded programs, particularly focusing on the Minnesota and California cases. Gardner shares his insights on the implications of this initiative for American taxpayers and the upcoming midterm elections. Sponsor:My PillowWww.MyPillow.com/johnSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John breaks down the biggest news items of the day, including President Trump's Chief of Staff Susie Wiles being diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer, the ongoing political tensions surrounding the Department of Homeland Security and the Democrats' demands that Republicans refuse to acquiesce to, and the latest in Iran.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.