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The White House must be responsive to Congress, which is representative of the people. This involves working with allies in Congress to apply pressure to the administration. The approach remains consistent across administrations. The speaker was referring to potential appointees for key positions.

We have a tendency to always support the right wing because the Republicans are better than the Democrats. If Kamala Harris had won in 2024 and bombed Iran, there'd be riots; but with Trump, ninety percent of Republicans supported bombing Iran on Israel's behalf. Donald Trump is the matrix president. In 2016 Hillary Clinton, in 2020 Joe Biden, were matrix candidates; 2024 Donald Trump was. After October 7, the Jews knew that the Republican party controlled by APAC, controlled by Israel, and with Trump in office, they were gonna let Israel do whatever they wanted to do. Silicon Valley, Wall Street, and the media are all in on it because Trump is their matrix candidate. JD Vance is the Matrix candidate. They ordered Trump to nominate him. Elon Musk, Peter Thiel, and Tucker Carlson ordered Trump to pick J. D. Vance. This is what they don't want you to hear.

Tim Burgett claims that Mitch McConnell is blocking the SAVE Act, and suggests it’s partly out of meanness because McConnell doesn’t like Trump, who helped him in the last race. He asserts Trump’s support for McConnell’s victory was extensive and says loyalty is valued in this game, yet McConnell apparently lacks it. Burgett questions whether the obstruction is coming from McConnell himself or a staff member, arguing that McConnell is increasingly like Joe Biden in his last years, with diminished cognizant level. He recounts an incident from a conference meeting where he asked a committee chair how much money was in the bill, and the chair responded, “I don’t know.” When Burgett pressed, he insisted, “No. No. How much money is in this dadgum bill?” Burgett notes that the chair’s staffers reacted to the question, and ultimately reveals that for over six weeks the chair never showed up and nobody knew where she was, while her staff kept running the office. He describes the chair as being in a retirement village for people in cognizant decline, using that harsh characterization to illustrate what he sees as dysfunction in Washington. Burgett argues that staffers are too close to lobbyists and too influential, effectively running the government, and that this needs to stop. He says he’s called it out to leadership, but they do nothing about it, and asserts that this is why the SAVE Act has stalled: Mitch McConnell, and he claims, a staffer running his show rather than McConnell himself. He concludes that the state is pitiful, urging listeners to contact their leadership and tell them this cannot continue. He closes by thanking everyone for sending him there.

The DOJ and FBI must report to congressional committees, with strong leadership from Republicans to enforce valid subpoenas. This requires a coordinated effort, similar to how Russiagate was addressed, involving multiple agencies like DOD, CIA, NSA, and others. The American public supported Donald Trump, and a collective approach is essential moving forward. Regarding Senate confirmations, the traditional process allows presidential candidates to present their cabinet as a package in early January. This has been done by previous presidents, including Joe Biden. The goal is to ensure Trump receives the same opportunity without creating unnecessary obstacles, emphasizing the need for uniform application of the Constitution in Washington, D.C., as the public desires.

Mitch McConnell is attempting to undermine the Trump agenda by calling for early leadership votes with a secret ballot for Senate majority leader, allowing only three candidates. Two of these candidates oppose Trump’s goals, while Rick Scott is the only one who supports the agenda we voted for. If McConnell installs one of the other candidates, progress will be stalled, and bills will require compromises with the left. It's crucial for Trump supporters to contact their representatives to oppose a secret ballot and advocate for Rick Scott as majority leader. We need to ensure that the Senate moves forward with Trump’s agenda, not hinder it with liberal leadership.

Joe Biden dropping out of the race has led to calls for him to leave the White House. Trump and Vance suggest invoking the 25th amendment if Biden is mentally incapable of serving as president. They believe it should be done according to the constitutional process, not for political gain. If there is a genuine issue, it should be addressed appropriately. Translation: Trump and Vance suggest removing Biden from the White House through the 25th amendment if he is unfit to serve as president. They emphasize the importance of following the constitutional process rather than using it for political advantage. If there is a real problem, it should be handled properly.

According to the speaker, Joe Biden saw David Ignatius's August 2023 column suggesting he shouldn't run for reelection. The speaker claims Biden also watched a show where Joe (the person the speaker is addressing) and others discussed the column, agreeing that Kamala Harris wasn't a viable alternative. The speaker alleges Biden then told staffers he wanted to change Joe's mind and treated Joe like a key constituency. The speaker believes Biden specifically targeted Joe, Jon Meacham, and possibly Evan Osnos, to convince them he was fit for office.

Two interesting dynamics are unfolding in Washington. Some Republican senators are engaging in what can be described as quiet defiance. While they aren't publicly opposing controversial nominees like Matt Gaetz or Pete Hegseth, they are signaling to Trump's team that they will not support these individuals. Public opposition would be preferable for transparency, but this behind-the-scenes maneuvering could help eliminate some problematic nominees. Gaetz appears to be the first on the chopping block, and Hegseth's position seems precarious as well. There's speculation that someone like Tulsi Gabbard may be next in line for scrutiny.

I feel sorry for Mitch McConnell. He wasn't equipped mentally to be a leader, not even ten years ago. He would have let the Republican Party fall apart if I hadn't come along. The Republican Party wouldn't even exist right now without me. McConnell's main strength was raising money due to his leadership position, which anyone could have done. He maintained loyalty by distributing that money to senators.

The speaker questions the DNC's corruption level, suggesting it functions as a campaign arm for the president. The bigger issue, however, was Joe Biden's chief of staff, who wielded enormous power. The speaker stresses the chief of staff's influence, describing him as a "shadowy, blister to ball type figure." While not publicly recognizable, this individual held significant power within the White House. The speaker emphasizes avoiding him, describing him as "scary."

Former Vice President Biden has questioned the constitutional authority of presidential candidates who pledge to enact policies, such as eliminating assault weapons, through executive orders. He argues that a president cannot enact laws via executive order any more than Trump could. In response, a senator suggests a more affirmative approach, stating, "Let's say, yes. We can. Let's be constitutional. We gotta constitution. We can."

I released all the senators who couldn't confront the president's actions from their responsibility. This is an opportunity for them to do better.

Mitch McConnell wasn't mentally equipped to lead, even a decade ago. If I hadn't come along, the Republican Party wouldn't exist today. McConnell's influence came from fundraising due to his leadership position; senators took his money, but it wasn't true loyalty. I pushed him out of leadership, so he's not a fan of mine. His vote against Bobby is a vote against me, but that's okay, he did endorse me in the past. I don't know RFK Jr's health status, but McConnell shouldn't have been a leader. He's bitter and has lost his power, affecting his votes. Bobby did great and will do phenomenally in his new position, as did others, like Tulsi.

Some Republican senators are obstructing the efforts of their majority party to work constructively with Democrats. They are stopping the Department of Justice, which is absurd. Senator Roger Marshall supports Senator Tommy Tuberville's stance on the sanctity of life and abortion policy in the Pentagon. Tuberville is holding up Pentagon nominations, causing delays in the process. While there are ways to bypass these holds, Democratic leaders are hesitant to use them due to time constraints and senators being frequently absent or on recess.

The speaker believes Trump is being pressured by Mitch McConnell in the Senate, making him play games and feel weak. Trump feels he has to work with McConnell to pass bills. It's important to find others to support Trump so he doesn't have to rely on McConnell.

I work for President Biden every day and love it. Recently, President Biden announced that he wishes he could have a stand-in with an earpiece while he relaxes in his basement, allowing someone else to do the talking and ceremonies for him.

Scott Ritter discusses the Iran talks, U.S. and Iranian positions, and the broader implications for U.S. foreign policy. - He states the talks aren’t over, describing them as a process. The United States came in crudely and with a stunt, while the Iranians were well prepared with technical papers and talking points. The talks remain ongoing, with both sides leaving technical teams behind after high-level visits; the ceasefire is two weeks and has not been terminated, so the process continues. - Ritter characterizes the situation as “the theater of the absurd” and warns it’s dangerous and could spin out of control. He criticizes Donald Trump’s approach as bluster and high-stakes posturing, saying the Iranians haven’t budged and that the U.S. has no clear objectives in the negotiations. He notes the president allegedly has “hard commitment” to Iran not producing a nuclear bomb, but asserts the fatwa against nuclear weapons remains in place and U.S. actions have undercut that position by killing the official who put the fatwa on the table. - He argues the easiest deal would be to sit down with the Iranians and “shut the door on any potential of Iran ever producing a nuclear weapon,” provided genuine experts were involved, but claims the U.S. isn’t there to make that deal. The aim, he says, is to project U.S. control and to frame Trump as the winner, irrespective of the actual outcomes. - Ritter contends Trump’s inner circle includes JD Vance, Marco Rubio, and others; he asserts Trump is using public appearances (e.g., an MMA event) to signal who is in charge and to replace others who opposed the war. He claims JD Vance did not support the war and is being sidelined or publicly discredited. He also criticizes Rubio as nominally in charge of foreign affairs but notes the State Department has been gutted, lacking a full team and interagency process. - He predicts the next two weeks will yield a deal that makes Trump the winner and Vance the loser, suggesting Rubio isn’t being promoted much and that Trump will throw everyone under the bus. He asserts there is no real change in U.S. capabilities, noting the stockpiles of missiles have not been rebuilt. - On NATO and the Ukraine war, Ritter argues drones are redefining warfare: the Ukrainian and Russian use of drones is changing battlefield dynamics, with drone operators becoming central to military effectiveness. He asserts NATO and the U.S. do not fully understand how to fight this war, and claims the conflict demonstrates the end of NATO and a broader “empire terminating event” linked to America’s failure in Iran. He stresses that drone dominance could break the battlefield’s traditional dynamics, leaving tanks and infantry less decisive. - He claims the Ukraine war’s drone innovation is the most significant development in warfare since dynamite, saying without drones you cannot prevail on the battlefield. - On Melania Trump and Epstein, Ritter declines to engage with the specifics of Melania’s personal involvement, but discusses Epstein as emblematic of America’s elite rot. He argues that Melania normalized relationships with Epstein and Maxine and that she will be seen as an enabler, whether or not criminal liability is established. He contends this politics of normalization reflects deeper decay in American power elites.

If Democrats act like legal scholars, they will lose to Republicans' "guerrilla war" to make Trump president, even if Biden wins legitimately. This is a political, not legal, fight. Congress can take extraordinary, unprecedented actions to stop a coup. On January 3, Democrats could delay seating incoming senators to preserve their majority when the Senate votes to count electoral college votes. This would ensure they can thwart Republican efforts to overturn the will of the people. The Senate votes to seat incoming senators, theoretically. A simple majority of votes should be able to delay seating the incoming senators until after they deal with the county electoral college votes. In the House, the Speaker could order the Sergeant at Arms to remove Mike Pence and the Senate from the House chamber, arguing they can't constitutionally count electoral college votes. These actions would be challenged, but are necessary to counter Republicans overturning the constitutional order. It's about gaining the upper hand legally. We must shift from viewing this as an election to recognizing it as a coup. Members of Congress can organize mass civil disobedience to shut down the capital and delay votes.

JD Vance, the VP pick, is opposed by many in Washington who fear he won't be easily manipulated and less eager for war. Despite being a decent person with a happy marriage, he faces intense criticism from those who prioritize power and conflict. This experience highlights the dark side of politics, which I observe from a distance and appreciate not being directly involved in.

The 25th amendment poses no risk to me, but could be problematic for Joe Biden and his administration. Be cautious about what you wish for.

Joe Biden's presence on a trip was surprising, with the speaker predicting he'd be out of public life within a year. "Jeff" is considered the most powerful person at the White House, acting as the final approver for decisions. While the president's signature is still needed, getting Jeff's approval is essentially getting the president's. Jeff is considered by some to be the second most powerful person in Washington.

The White House must be responsive to Congress, which is representative of the people. This involves working with allies in Congress to apply pressure to the administration. The approach remains consistent across administrations. The speaker was referring to potential appointees for key positions.