It's a Numbers Game: Virginia Politics Explodes: Spanberger's Poll Numbers CRASH, Redistricting Fight & Voter Backlash

Is Virginia becoming the next political battleground to watch in 2026 and beyond? On this episode, Ryan sits down with Amber Duke, Editor-in-Chief of The Daily Caller, to break down the growing political turmoil in Virginia. From Governor Spanberger’s slipping poll numbers to the controversial redistricting push that could reshape congressional power, this conversation dives deep into the issues driving voter frustration across the state. They explore: Why Spanberger’s approval ratings are hitting historic lows The backlash over immigration enforcement and crime policies in Northern Virginia How proposed tax hikes and climate regulations are impacting residents The high-stakes redistricting battle and claims of “rigged” vs. “fair” maps What this all means for the 2026 elections and the future of Democratic power Plus, insights into shifting voter behavior, early voting trends, and whether Virginia could signal a broader national political realignment.Follow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What’s really behind the “Ozempic era”—and is it changing how America thinks about weight, health, and discipline? On this episode of The Tudor Dixon Podcast, Tudor sits down with weight loss expert Dr. Tom Lavin to break down the truth about GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy. From Hollywood’s sudden transformation to everyday Americans turning to injections, this conversation goes beyond the hype to uncover the real risks, benefits, and long-term consequences. They discuss how GLP-1 drugs actually work in the brain, why they’re being called a game-changer for obesity, and the growing concerns around misuse—especially among already-thin individuals. Dr. Lavin explains why these medications aren’t a magic fix, the importance of maintaining muscle mass, and how improper use can lead to serious health issues. Plus, they dive into the surprising link between GLP-1s and addiction control, the lack of medical oversight in today’s fast-growing weight loss industry, and what patients should be asking before starting treatment. If you’ve been curious about Ozempic, weight loss injections, or the future of metabolic health, this is a must-listen conversation.Follow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David covers four stories every operator and security-minded American needs to understand right now: 🔹 The Iran CSAR Mission — how 155 aircraft, hundreds of SOF operators, and a CIA deception campaign pulled off one of the biggest pilot rescues since Vietnam. David breaks down the escape and evasion tactics, the parallels to Operation Eagle Claw, and what the equipment losses mean. 🔹 Ben Roberts-Smith War Crimes — Australia's most decorated living soldier arrested for five counts of war crime murder in Afghanistan. David gives his honest assessment as a former operator, the Eddie Gallagher parallels, and why the battlefield is not a courtroom. 🔹 The Spear Operations Group — Navy SEALs and Green Berets ran a secret assassination team out of a $7M mansion in San Diego, paid $1.5M/month by the UAE. David reacts to the kill list, the Delta Force recruiter, and why every operator has had "the mercenary conversation." 🔹 Israeli Consulate Attack in Turkey — three gunmen opened fire on the Israeli consulate in Istanbul this morning. David connects it to the rising threat paradigm and what it signals for Europe and the West.✅ Sponsor: ☕️ Black Rifle Coffee: https://www.blackriflecoffee.com/🏫 Get coaching by David Rutherford: https://www.froglogicinstitute.com/ 📕 Get David's novel, The Poet Warrior: https://www.ballastbooks.com/ballast-bookstore/the-poet-warrior 📰 Sign up for David's newsletter for free coaching tips, updates, and more: https://davidrutherfordletter.substack.com/ Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:48 - The Iran CSAR Mission - 155 Aircraft, One Pilot17:00 - Australia's Most Decorated Soldier Arrested32:57 - Spear Operations Group - The Mercenary Hit Squad42:38 - Israeli Consulate Attack in IstanbulFollow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, bestselling investigative journalist Peter Schweizer joins Lisa to expose the shocking revelations from his new book The Invisible Coup: How American Elites and Foreign Powers Use Immigration as a Weapon. Schweizer reveals how mass immigration has been deliberately transformed from a humanitarian issue into a strategic political tool — one wielded by American elites, foreign governments, activist NGOs, and powerful institutions to reshape elections, demographics, culture, and governance in the United States. Far from accidental policy failure, this “invisible coup” is a calculated long-term power play. Peter breaks down the coordinated influence campaigns operating behind the scenes, the role of foreign actors in shaping U.S. policy debates, and how educational institutions and NGOs have helped manufacture public consent for policies that benefit the powerful at the expense of everyday Americans. This eye-opening conversation pulls back the curtain on weaponized immigration and explains why it poses one of the greatest challenges to America’s future sovereignty and national identity. In this episode, you’ll discover: How immigration became a tool for political and demographic engineering The foreign interests and governments actively shaping U.S. immigration policy The hidden role of NGOs, activist networks, and educational institutions in influencing public opinion Why The Invisible Coup argues this strategy is deliberate — not accidental or incompetent What informed citizens can do to understand the tactics and push back effectively If you want to understand the real forces driving the border crisis, demographic shifts, and political polarization in America today, this is an episode you cannot miss. Grab a copy of Peter Schweizer’s The Invisible Coup and arm yourself with the facts the mainstream media won’t discuss.Follow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trust in Trump Clay Travis and Buck Sexton analyze Trump’s warning that Iran’s “civilization” could effectively end if its leadership refuses to comply with U.S. demands, particularly reopening the Strait of Hormuz and conceding on its nuclear program. The hosts explain that this hour centers on geopolitics, national security, global energy markets, and domestic political fallout, making it one of the most consequential foreign policy hours of the program to date. Throughout Hour 1, Clay and Buck break down Trump’s negotiating strategy with Iran, emphasizing his use of maximal pressure and rhetorical brinkmanship to extract leverage. They argue that Trump’s threats are designed to terrify Iranian leadership into compliance rather than signal an uncontrolled rush toward wider war. A major focus is the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran has refused to reopen despite proposals for a temporary ceasefire. The hosts stress that the Strait is the critical choke point for global oil supply, and its continued closure threatens massive economic consequences, including higher gas prices, inflation, and rising consumer costs in the U.S. and worldwide. They repeatedly note that Trump’s top objective appears to be reopening the Strait to stabilize global energy markets, especially in an election year. The Red Line Clay firmly rejects claims circulating online that President Trump is preparing to drop a nuclear weapon on Iran, calling those assertions unserious and detached from reality. Clay and Buck note that financial markets—including oil prices and the stock market—remain relatively calm, underscoring their argument that investors and global observers broadly expect a diplomatic or limited military outcome rather than catastrophic escalation. They explain that markets often reflect collective judgment, and the lack of panic suggests confidence that Trump will avoid extreme actions while still applying pressure. Flat Earthers in Denial Clay and Buck pivot to a major positive development: the successful completion of the Artemis II mission. They highlight President Trump’s remarks congratulating the crew for traveling farther from Earth than any humans in history, circling the far side of the moon, and laying the groundwork for a permanent U.S. presence on the lunar surface and eventual missions to Mars. The hosts emphasize that Artemis II represents American innovation, national ambition, and a return to frontier‑driven leadership, framing space exploration as central to U.S. identity, technological advancement, and long‑term prosperity. Clay and Buck discuss the cultural importance of astronauts as one of the last broadly admired and bipartisan American “heroes,” contrasting public trust in astronauts with declining faith in other institutions. They also jokingly note how renewed space travel further undermines flat‑earth conspiracy theories, which leads into a more serious discussion about the growing incentive structure in media and social platforms that rewards misinformation, extremism, and conspiracy content regardless of truth or consequences. JFK Jr.: Take Back Your Health!  An extensive interview with HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who provides a detailed update on the MAHA (Make America Healthy Again) agenda. Kennedy outlines sweeping reforms underway at HHS, including requiring hospitals to serve real, nutritious food, removing petroleum‑based food dyes, reversing decades of industry‑driven dietary guidelines, addressing microplastics, ending animal testing, and restructuring the FDA’s “generally recognized as safe” loophole. He frames chronic disease as both a national health and national security crisis, citing childhood obesity, metabolic disease, and skyrocketing healthcare costs. Kennedy also addresses declining trust in public health institutions following COVID‑19, arguing that transparency, honesty, and acknowledging uncertainty are the only ways to rebuild credibility. He explains reforms aimed at reducing pharmaceutical prices through “most favored nation” pricing and highlights dramatic disparities between U.S. drug costs and European prices.  A particularly timely discussion focuses on peptides and GLP‑1 medications, where RFK Jr. explains how Biden‑era FDA actions pushed widely used peptides into legal gray and black markets despite no documented safety signals. He argues for restoring regulated access so Americans are not forced to rely on unverified sources, emphasizing evidence‑based regulation over prohibition. Make sure you never miss a second of the show by subscribing to the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton show podcast wherever you get your podcasts! ihr.fm/3InlkL8   For the latest updates from Clay & Buck, visit our website https://www.clayandbuck.com/   Connect with Clay Travis and Buck Sexton:  X - https://x.com/clayandbuck FB - https://www.facebook.com/ClayandBuck/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/clayandbuck/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuck Rumble - https://rumble.com/c/ClayandBuck TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@clayandbuckFollow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show is almost entirely focused on the escalating standoff between President Donald Trump and Iran, framed around an imminent 8:00 p.m. Eastern deadline that could determine whether negotiations continue or whether major U.S. military escalation follows. Clay Travis and Buck Sexton analyze Trump’s warning that Iran’s “civilization” could effectively end if its leadership refuses to comply with U.S. demands, particularly reopening the Strait of Hormuz and conceding on its nuclear program. The hosts explain that this hour centers on geopolitics, national security, global energy markets, and domestic political fallout, making it one of the most consequential foreign policy hours of the program to date. Throughout Hour 1, Clay and Buck break down Trump’s negotiating strategy with Iran, emphasizing his use of maximal pressure and rhetorical brinkmanship to extract leverage. They argue that Trump’s threats are designed to terrify Iranian leadership into compliance rather than signal an uncontrolled rush toward wider war. A major focus is the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran has refused to reopen despite proposals for a temporary ceasefire. The hosts stress that the Strait is the critical choke point for global oil supply, and its continued closure threatens massive economic consequences, including higher gas prices, inflation, and rising consumer costs in the U.S. and worldwide. They repeatedly note that Trump’s top objective appears to be reopening the Strait to stabilize global energy markets, especially in an election year. Hour 1 also examines the military realities already on the ground. Buck Sexton outlines how U.S. forces have effectively dismantled Iran’s air defenses, navy, and senior military leadership, achieving near-total air dominance. The discussion highlights the decapitation of Iranian command structures, the use of precision strikes, and the removal of advanced surface-to-air missile systems. Clay and Buck debate what an acceptable “off-ramp” might look like for Trump—one that allows him to declare victory, prevent further escalation, and avoid a prolonged conflict—while acknowledging that Iran’s leadership may feel cornered and unwilling to concede. Domestic politics loom large in Hour 1 as well. The hosts react sharply to Democratic lawmakers calling for the 25th Amendment to remove President Trump over the Iran conflict, singling out Rep. Ro Khanna’s comments as unserious and hypocritical, especially after Democrats defended President Joe Biden during his cognitive decline. Clay and Buck argue that these calls reflect a broader pattern of political opportunism rather than genuine constitutional concern. They warn that Democrats are positioning the Iran conflict as a political weapon and predict future attempts at war-crimes accusations or legal retaliation against Trump administration officials. The hour also touches on internal governance and personnel issues within the Trump administration. Buck Sexton emphasizes the idea that “personnel is policy,” criticizing past leadership choices at the Department of Justice and arguing that effectiveness, speed, and competence matter more than decorum in moments of national crisis. The discussion broadens into a critique of Washington’s legal and political establishment, with both hosts arguing that entrenched elites resist real structural reform and underestimate how little time any president has to enact lasting change. In the final segment of Hour 1, the hosts address listener questions about why the U.S. cannot simply seize the Strait of Hormuz or Iran’s oil infrastructure outright. Clay and Buck explain the practical and strategic dangers, noting that guaranteeing tanker security is nearly impossible without a full-scale ground invasion, which neither Trump nor the American public wants. They also highlight a largely underreported moment of cooperation, crediting Israel for putting boots on the ground to assist in rescuing a U.S. servicemember, underscoring the depth of U.S.-Israel military coordination during the crisis. Make sure you never miss a second of the show by subscribing to the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton show podcast wherever you get your podcasts! ihr.fm/3InlkL8   For the latest updates from Clay & Buck, visit our website https://www.clayandbuck.com/   Connect with Clay Travis and Buck Sexton:  X - https://x.com/clayandbuck FB - https://www.facebook.com/ClayandBuck/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/clayandbuck/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuck Rumble - https://rumble.com/c/ClayandBuck TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@clayandbuckFollow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show continues its intensive coverage of the escalating Iran crisis and the domestic political consequences surrounding President Donald Trump’s foreign policy decisions, while incorporating extensive listener calls and broader discussions about accountability, governance, and the future of American politics. This hour emphasizes that it is the second hour of the program and focuses heavily on analysis rather than breaking news, as the hosts await the looming 8:00 p.m. Eastern deadline tied to Trump’s demands on Iran. Hour 2 opens with Clay Travis firmly rejecting claims circulating online that President Trump is preparing to drop a nuclear weapon on Iran, calling those assertions unserious and detached from reality. Clay and Buck note that financial markets—including oil prices and the stock market—remain relatively calm, underscoring their argument that investors and global observers broadly expect a diplomatic or limited military outcome rather than catastrophic escalation. They explain that markets often reflect collective judgment, and the lack of panic suggests confidence that Trump will avoid extreme actions while still applying pressure. A major theme of Hour 2 is accountability—both for President Trump and for conservative media. Through a long and candid call from a listener in Ohio, Clay and Buck engage with concerns that the Trump administration has underdelivered on issues such as DOJ reform, government accountability, and fraud prosecutions, while now risking political capital on the Iran conflict. The hosts acknowledge personnel missteps, including criticism of former Attorney General Pam Bondi, while defending Trump’s willingness to take risks that previous administrations avoided. They stress that if the Iran gamble fails, it could cost Republicans the midterms and effectively end Trump’s domestic agenda. The discussion broadens into a sober assessment of war, casualties, and historical context. Clay argues that, measured purely in military terms, the Iran operation has been extraordinarily efficient compared to past U.S. conflicts, while also recognizing that any American deaths are tragic. The hosts compare Trump’s Iran strategy to missed opportunities with North Korea, arguing that earlier presidents failed to prevent long-term nuclear threats. Hour 2 frames Trump’s approach as attempting to resolve generational threats—even at the expense of short-term political comfort—rather than simply managing crises until the next election. Listener calls drive much of the middle of Hour 2, with debates over whether preventing Iran from gaining nuclear weapons outweighs domestic political risks. Clay and Buck repeatedly return to the idea that outcomes matter more than predictions, cautioning against premature declarations of success or failure before the deadline and negotiations are resolved. They also warn against commentators who appear to root for Trump to fail for ideological or media reasons. Another significant topic in Hour 2 is the fear—expressed by multiple callers—that future Democratic administrations could pursue retroactive prosecutions of Trump officials. Clay and Buck openly discuss the possibility that Trump may ultimately issue broad, preemptive pardons to protect members of his administration, framing it as a defensive response to an increasingly weaponized political environment. They also debate the legal uncertainty surrounding preemptive pardons and what that trend means for the presidency moving forward.The hour expands into long-term political forecasts, with Clay and Buck acknowledging that Democrats are likely to regain unified control of government at some point in the next decade. They argue that if Democrats do, they are likely to eliminate the Senate filibuster, expand courts, push mass amnesty, and consolidate power—concerns they see as driving Trump’s urgency to enact structural changes while he can. Hour 2 closes on a mix of forward-looking optimism and personal levity. Clay and Buck express strong confidence in the competence of Trump’s senior national security team, including Marco Rubio, Pete Hegseth, JD Vance, and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, rejecting portrayals of Trump as acting alone or irrationally. The hour ends with lighter personal banter about fitness, aging, yoga, and family life, providing a tonal contrast to the intense geopolitical and political discussions that dominate the rest of this second hour. Make sure you never miss a second of the show by subscribing to the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton show podcast wherever you get your podcasts! ihr.fm/3InlkL8   For the latest updates from Clay & Buck, visit our website https://www.clayandbuck.com/   Connect with Clay Travis and Buck Sexton:  X - https://x.com/clayandbuck FB - https://www.facebook.com/ClayandBuck/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/clayandbuck/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuck Rumble - https://rumble.com/c/ClayandBuck TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@clayandbuckFollow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show widens the lens beyond the Iran deadline to focus on space exploration, cultural sanity, media accountability, voter turnout, and a wide‑ranging, in‑depth interview with Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. This third hour of the program blends optimism, cultural critique, and substantive policy discussion, offering listeners a contrast to the intensity of earlier Iran-focused hours while still recognizing the high‑stakes global moment. Hour 3 begins with renewed acknowledgment of President Donald Trump’s 8:00 p.m. Eastern deadline with Iran, but Clay and Buck intentionally pivot to a major positive development: the successful completion of the Artemis II mission. They highlight President Trump’s remarks congratulating the crew for traveling farther from Earth than any humans in history, circling the far side of the moon, and laying the groundwork for a permanent U.S. presence on the lunar surface and eventual missions to Mars. The hosts emphasize that Artemis II represents American innovation, national ambition, and a return to frontier‑driven leadership, framing space exploration as central to U.S. identity, technological advancement, and long‑term prosperity. Clay Travis and Buck Sexton discuss the cultural importance of astronauts as one of the last broadly admired and bipartisan American “heroes,” contrasting public trust in astronauts with declining faith in other institutions. They also jokingly note how renewed space travel further undermines flat‑earth conspiracy theories, which leads into a more serious discussion about the growing incentive structure in media and social platforms that rewards misinformation, extremism, and conspiracy content regardless of truth or consequences. A major segment of Hour 3 centers on the dangers of conspiracy culture, particularly within right‑leaning media spaces. Buck Sexton warns that manufactured delusions—once largely associated with progressive politics—are increasingly appearing on the right, fueled by clicks, monetization, and viral outrage. The hosts strongly condemn online conspiracy claims surrounding the murder of Charlie Kirk, calling them morally repugnant and dangerous. They warn that these narratives could poison jury pools, distort justice, and weaponize lies in real-world criminal trials. Clay compares such behavior to the Westboro Baptist Church, arguing that free speech does not shield people from moral accountability. The hour also includes listener calls reinforcing the importance of civic participation. A caller from Kentucky stresses that elections are decided by turnout, citing narrow gubernatorial races as evidence that apathy—not persuasion—often determines outcomes. Clay and Buck reiterate that sitting out elections guarantees defeat and that voter disengagement is among the greatest risks to long‑term political success. The centerpiece of Hour 3 is an extensive interview with HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who provides a detailed update on the MAHA (Make America Healthy Again) agenda. Kennedy outlines sweeping reforms underway at HHS, including requiring hospitals to serve real, nutritious food, removing petroleum‑based food dyes, reversing decades of industry‑driven dietary guidelines, addressing microplastics, ending animal testing, and restructuring the FDA’s “generally recognized as safe” loophole. He frames chronic disease as both a national health and national security crisis, citing childhood obesity, metabolic disease, and skyrocketing healthcare costs. Kennedy also addresses declining trust in public health institutions following COVID‑19, arguing that transparency, honesty, and acknowledging uncertainty are the only ways to rebuild credibility. He explains reforms aimed at reducing pharmaceutical prices through “most favored nation” pricing and highlights dramatic disparities between U.S. drug costs and European prices.  A particularly timely discussion focuses on peptides and GLP‑1 medications, where RFK Jr. explains how Biden‑era FDA actions pushed widely used peptides into legal gray and black markets despite no documented safety signals. He argues for restoring regulated access so Americans are not forced to rely on unverified sources, emphasizing evidence‑based regulation over prohibition. The interview concludes with Kennedy contrasting the current reform agenda with what he says would have been regulatory stagnation under a Kamala Harris administration. He also details uncovering massive Medicare and Medicaid fraud schemes, particularly in South Florida, and restoring program integrity units dismantled under Biden. Make sure you never miss a second of the show by subscribing to the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton show podcast wherever you get your podcasts! ihr.fm/3InlkL8   For the latest updates from Clay & Buck, visit our website https://www.clayandbuck.com/   Connect with Clay Travis and Buck Sexton:  X - https://x.com/clayandbuck FB - https://www.facebook.com/ClayandBuck/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/clayandbuck/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuck Rumble - https://rumble.com/c/ClayandBuck TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@clayandbuckFollow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Wellness Unmasked, Dr. Nicole Saphier breaks down the extraordinary U.S. military rescue mission in Iran that saved multiple downed pilots against incredible odds. After a U.S. F-15E Strike Eagle and A-10 aircraft were shot down, a massive 45-hour search-and-rescue operation involving special forces, advanced technology, and coordinated military strategy successfully brought all personnel home alive—despite serious injuries and active combat conditions. From a medical perspective, Dr. Saphier explains what really happens to the human body during ejection, including extreme G-forces, spinal trauma, landing injuries, dehydration, and hypothermia risks. She also highlights the remarkable physical and mental resilience required to survive such conditions—and why overall health and fitness remain critical for military readiness. Plus, a broader conversation on America’s health crisis, military standards, and the importance of strengthening the nation’s physical well-being.Follow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down a stunning U.S. military rescue mission that brought home a downed American officer from hostile territory—highlighting the precision, power, and patriotism behind the operation. They dive into rising tensions with Iran, President Trump’s unpredictable messaging strategy, and what it signals for global conflict and diplomacy. Plus, a look at the Strait of Hormuz and why its stability matters more than ever for the world economy. The conversation shifts to America’s renewed sense of national pride—from military success to space exploration, including the buzz around Artemis missions and the future of U.S. leadership in space. Finally, they tackle a controversial trend: Americans moving overseas to avoid paying student loans. Is this a failure of the system—or personal responsibility gone wrong?Follow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.