Governor Kehoe on Missouri Weather, Income Tax, and State Policy

Donald Trump made headlines around the world with his talk in Davos, Switzerland and -- surprise! -- California Gov. Gavin Newsom showed up and tried to make it all about himself. Here's more on that, plus the latest on the Greenland deal and protests in Minnesota.

Marc and Kim dive into a fiery Friday show packed with sharp political analysis and weather drama. Hour 1 hits hard on Jack Smith’s prosecution of Trump, free speech, and media panic over snow forecasts. Hour 2 tracks the storm’s spread, tackles the ICE “five-year-old” hoax with Nicole Murray from New Jersey, and closes with “In Other News.” Hour 3 features Governor Mike Kehoe on Missouri’s income tax overhaul, Jim Carafano on NATO and Iran, Congressman Eric Burlison on congressional subpoenas and Clinton contempt, and Kim on a Whim breaking down record crime declines. Hour 4 wraps with economist Joe Lavorgna on Trump’s economic surge, Noemi Padilla’s powerful redemption story from the abortion industry, Dave Murray’s cautious snow forecast, and closing analysis on Jack Smith’s evasive testimony. Hashtags: #MarcCox #KimStOnge #MikeKehoe #JimCarafano #EricBurlison #JoeLavorgna #NoemiPadilla #NicoleMurray #Trump #JackSmith #WinterStorm #CrimeStats #Economy #ProLife #WeatherUpdates #MissouriPolitics

Hour 4 opens with Joe LaVorgna discussing the administration’s economic policies, including curbing corporate home buying, credit card interest relief, and overall affordability improvements, emphasizing strong GDP growth and inflation management. Noemi Padilla shares her powerful story of leaving the abortion industry and now supporting those exiting it, highlighting the March for Life. Chief Meteorologist Dave Murray provides a detailed forecast for the approaching snowstorm, explaining timing, accumulation, and travel impacts while cautioning against relying on computer-generated models. The hour closes with Marc and Kim covering selective evidence destruction by the J6 committee and providing weekend safety guidance amid the winter storm. Hashtags: #MarcCox #KimStOnge #JoeLaVorgna #NoemiPadilla #DaveMurray #Ec

Marc and Kim speak with 97.1 Chief Meteorologist Dave Murray about the incoming winter storm and what St. Louis and surrounding areas can expect. Murray explains the complexity of predicting snow totals, the storm’s slow development, and how even slight shifts in the storm’s path can dramatically impact accumulations. He breaks down the cold temperatures, timing of snow and sleet, road treatment challenges, and the broader effects of the storm across the nation. The segment emphasizes cautious planning and understanding model guidance versus actual forecasts. Hashtags: #MarcCox #KimStOnge #DaveMurray #StLouisWeather #WinterStorm #SnowForecast #ColdWeather #Meteorology #QueenOfHearts #GunsNHoses

Marc and Kim speak with Noemi Padilla, a former abortion clinic manager turned client advocate, ahead of the March for Life in Washington, D.C. Padilla shares her journey from performing abortions—sometimes under unethical and profit-driven circumstances—to finding faith, redemption, and a new mission helping others leave the industry. She discusses the ongoing realities of the abortion industry, her personal transformation, and the work she now does to guide and support those seeking to exit it. The segment closes with a preview of upcoming snow coverage from Dave Murray. Hashtags: #MarcCox #KimStOnge #NoemiPadilla #MarchForLife #AbortionIndustry #Redemption #ProLife #Faith #ClientAdvocate #DaveMurray

Marc and Kim open the hour examining economic challenges and policy solutions with Joe Lavorgna, counselor to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessett. Lavorgna outlines efforts to curb corporate homebuying, reduce borrowing costs through credit card interest caps, and expand disposable income via strong economic growth and targeted tax relief. The discussion touches on inflation trends, rental costs, real wages, and the administration’s approach to Federal Reserve policy, emphasizing the importance of marketing these gains to the public amid media noise. The segment closes with a preview of upcoming guests and Dave Murray’s weather update. Hashtags: #MarcCox #JoeLavorgna #Treasury #EconomicPolicy #Inflation #HousingMarket #InterestRates #FederalReserve #TrumpAdministration #DaveMurray

The hour begins with Governor Mike Kehoe discussing Missouri’s state of emergency amid incoming snow, plans to phase out the state income tax over five years, and budget accounting clarifications. Jim Carafano provides analysis on NATO commitments, Greenland negotiations, and U.S. strategy in Iran, emphasizing Trump’s foreign policy approach. Congressman Eric Burlison joins for Capitol Beat, covering ICE funding, congressional subpoenas of the Clintons, and ongoing appropriations debates. Kim on a Whim closes the hour reviewing historic drops in U.S. crime rates, connecting results to increased policing and law enforcement strategies, while previewing upcoming segments on snow forecasts and March for Life coverage. Hashtags: #MarcCox #MikeKehoe #JimCarafano #EricBurlison #KimOnAWhim #MissouriPolitics #CapitolBeat #CrimeTrends #ForeignPolicy #IncomeTaxReform #PublicSafety

Marc and Kim host Congressman Eric Burlison to break down recent legislative actions and political accountability. Burlison details the House’s appropriations process, highlighting controversial earmarks funding transgender healthcare and late-term abortion programs. He discusses the ongoing contempt proceedings against Bill and Hillary Clinton, comparing them to past cases like Peter Navarro and Steve Bannon, emphasizing legal and procedural challenges. The conversation critiques partisan dynamics, enforcement of subpoenas, and the importance of holding public figures accountable, while also touching on local winter weather updates ahead of Dave Murray’s forecast. Hashtags: #MarcCox #EricBurlison #CapitolBeat #Congress #ContemptOfCongress #Earmarks #PoliticalAccountability #Legislation #HouseAppropriations

Marc and Kim open the hour discussing severe winter storm forecasts, leading into a live conversation with Governor Mike Kehoe. The governor explains the state of emergency, activation of federal resources, and potential National Guard deployment. He details Missouri’s plan to gradually eliminate state income tax over four to five years, update the sales tax code, and stabilize property taxes, while addressing recent accounting errors and defending redistricting efforts. The discussion emphasizes fiscal responsibility, citizen empowerment over government spending, and preparation for the upcoming storm. The hour closes with a preview of upcoming segments on international and environmental news. Hashtags: #MarcCox #MikeKehoe #MissouriPolitics #IncomeTax #StatePolicy #WinterStorm #FiscalResponsibility #Redistricting #DaveMurray #WeatherUpdates

The hour opens with wildly varying snow forecasts for St. Louis, highlighting conflicting reports and emphasizing Dave Murray’s cautious approach over computer-generated predictions. Ethan and Marc discuss grocery store panic buying and logistical concerns for weekend events amid expected storms. The discussion pivots to political news, including Jack Smith’s testimony before Congress, the J6 committee’s destroyed evidence, and misconceptions about ICE detaining a five-year-old, clarified with Nicole Murray from New Jersey. The hour closes with lighter news in “In Other News,” covering quirky sports, pop culture, and viral cold weather myths. Hashtags: #MarcCox #WinterStorm #DaveMurray #JackSmith #J6Committee #NicoleMurray #PoliticalNews #PopCulture #WeatherUpdates