<description>A special holiday show, all in the spirit of giving thanks. Brett and Matt talk through the  list of things they're thankful for, and they also take a little time to tell you what they're NOT thankful for.</description>

A special holiday show, all in the spirit of givi…

A special holiday show, all in the spirit of giving thanks. Brett and Matt talk through the  list of things they're thankful for, and they also take a little time to tell you what they're NOT thankful for.

America in View Thanksgiving Edition 2025

<description>Broadcasting from the capital city of the Free State of Florida, we have a packed program this week covering the whirlwind of national headlines and important conversations shaping our state and country.

On today’s show, we’ll talk through the latest political drama out of Washington, including the escalating rhetoric between President Trump and congressional leaders, new movement on the Epstein files, and ongoing questions about who has authority to regulate AI. We also discuss the surprising split between President Trump and Marjorie Taylor Greene and what that shift may signal for the political landscape heading into the holidays.

We are glad to welcome longtime friend of the show Brian Rust, who joins us to share the news of his run for Bay County Commission. Brian gives us an inside look at the challenges facing local governments, from workforce shortages to the growing debate over property taxes, and why conservative leadership at the community level matters now more than ever.

Later in the program, we are joined by Simon Hankinson of The Heritage Foundation for a detailed conversation on immigration policy.

Simon is a Senior Research Fellow in the Border Security and Immigration Center at The Heritage Foundation. From 1999–2022, he was a Foreign Service Officer serving in India, Fiji, Ghana, Slovakia, Togo, Washington, D.C., Marseille, and Nairobi. Prior to entering the State Department, Simon worked as a lawyer in London, and then taught history, English, and drama at a private school in Miami.

Simon holds a master’s degree in modern history from St. Andrews, Scotland, a degree from the College of Law in London, and a master’s degree in international security affairs from the National Defense University in Washington, D.C.</description>

Broadcasting from the capital city of the Free St…

Broadcasting from the capital city of the Free State of Florida, we have a packed program this week covering the whirlwind of national headlines and important conversations shaping our state and country.

On today’s show, we’ll talk through the latest political drama out of Washington, including the escalating rhetoric between President Trump and congressional leaders, new movement on the Epstein files, and ongoing questions about who has authority to regulate AI. We also discuss the surprising split between President Trump and Marjorie Taylor Greene and what that shift may signal for the political landscape heading into the holidays.

We are glad to welcome longtime friend of the show Brian Rust, who joins us to share the news of his run for Bay County Commission. Brian gives us an inside look at the challenges facing local governments, from workforce shortages to the growing debate over property taxes, and why conservative leadership at the community level matters now more than ever.

Later in the program, we are joined by Simon Hankinson of The Heritage Foundation for a detailed conversation on immigration policy.

Simon is a Senior Research Fellow in the Border Security and Immigration Center at The Heritage Foundation. From 1999–2022, he was a Foreign Service Officer serving in India, Fiji, Ghana, Slovakia, Togo, Washington, D.C., Marseille, and Nairobi. Prior to entering the State Department, Simon worked as a lawyer in London, and then taught history, English, and drama at a private school in Miami.

Simon holds a master’s degree in modern history from St. Andrews, Scotland, a degree from the College of Law in London, and a master’s degree in international security affairs from the National Defense University in Washington, D.C.

Trump Headlines, Military Chain-of-Command Debate, Bay County Commission Race, & Immigration Policy with Special Guest Simon Hankinson

<description>On this week's show, Brett and Matt break down the latest in national politics as Washington reopens the government under a short-term deal. They discuss what this means for spending battles ahead, the fight over Obamacare subsidies, and why premiums may spike in the new year. 

They also dive into the growing tension between President Trump and the MAGA base after his recent H-1B visa comments, plus updates on the Epstein files, immigration debates, and the economic pressures hitting families as we head into an election year. 

As always, they close the show with their winner and loser of the week, highlighting who came out on top politically and who did not.</description>

On this week's show, Brett and Matt break down th…

On this week's show, Brett and Matt break down the latest in national politics as Washington reopens the government under a short-term deal. They discuss what this means for spending battles ahead, the fight over Obamacare subsidies, and why premiums may spike in the new year. 

They also dive into the growing tension between President Trump and the MAGA base after his recent H-1B visa comments, plus updates on the Epstein files, immigration debates, and the economic pressures hitting families as we head into an election year. 

As always, they close the show with their winner and loser of the week, highlighting who came out on top politically and who did not.

Shutdown Fallout, Obamacare Fights, a New Rift in the GOP, and the Week’s Winners and Losers

<description>On this week's show, Brett and Matt talk through the biggest news stories of the week, including the government shutdown hitting 40 days, the November 4th election results, the upcoming midterms, affordability issues, and more.

They also welcome former State Representative Carolina Amesty on the program to talk about her personal experience with lawfare. After standing with Governor Ron DeSantis in the battle against Disney in 2023, Carolina’s life completely changed. She became a target for the Democrats and a victim of the weaponization of our justice system.

Thankfully, after months of fighting, all charges against her were dropped. Carolina is now sharing her story with the world and exposing the evil of the radical Left and their efforts to silence conservative voices.</description>

On this week's show, Brett and Matt talk through …

On this week's show, Brett and Matt talk through the biggest news stories of the week, including the government shutdown hitting 40 days, the November 4th election results, the upcoming midterms, affordability issues, and more.

They also welcome former State Representative Carolina Amesty on the program to talk about her personal experience with lawfare. After standing with Governor Ron DeSantis in the battle against Disney in 2023, Carolina’s life completely changed. She became a target for the Democrats and a victim of the weaponization of our justice system.

Thankfully, after months of fighting, all charges against her were dropped. Carolina is now sharing her story with the world and exposing the evil of the radical Left and their efforts to silence conservative voices.

Government Shutdown Hits 40 Days, Tuesday’s Election Results, the Upcoming Midterms, & Lawfare with Former State Rep. Carolina Amesty

<description>It's another great edition of America in View! Matt and Brett do a rundown of some of the week’s top news headlines, including Trump’s trade meeting with President Xi Jinping of China and the Federal Reserve lowering interest rates. 

They also speak with Randy Ray, Chairman of Senior Consumers of America, about Florida insurance companies cutting rates, and with Congresswoman Kat Cammack on her perspective in Congress as the government shutdown continues through a 5th week.</description>

It's another great edition of America in View! Ma…

It's another great edition of America in View! Matt and Brett do a rundown of some of the week’s top news headlines, including Trump’s trade meeting with President Xi Jinping of China and the Federal Reserve lowering interest rates. 

They also speak with Randy Ray, Chairman of Senior Consumers of America, about Florida insurance companies cutting rates, and with Congresswoman Kat Cammack on her perspective in Congress as the government shutdown continues through a 5th week.

Trump-Xi Trade Meeting, Lower Interest Rates, Insurance Rate Cuts with Randy Ray, & the Ongoing Government Shutdown with Congresswoman Kat Cammack

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