Thank you, Wendy — that's good to hear. Scott brought a lot to that one, and the debriefs are some of my favorite conversations to have. More on the way.
The situation is worse considering the fact that the Administration has little, actually no, Diplomatic ability. Rather, they prefer to use force (the military) to achieve their unclear agenda, just like any incompetent bully. Hegseth is a moron and Trump is a cowardly draft dodger. Military force is not the answer, Diplomacy is.
It doesn't help that the US is sending no real negotiators. whitkoff and kushner are there to broker land deals and do not know the first thing about negotiating. The US has no exit strategy so that is another factor against talks.
Please, no-one can make an argument for paying our war bills with additional funding. If Trump can steal from the Forest Service and who knows what other accounts for faux Versailles ornaments , he can suck off ICE funding.
The Pentagon spent a record $93.4 billion in September 2025 alone. More than half of this end-of-fiscal-year surge occurred in the last five working days due to the "use it or lose it" policy.This frantic spending spree included:Luxury Foods: Millions were spent on luxury items, including $15.1 million on ribeye steaks, $6.9 million on lobster tails, and $2 million on Alaskan king crab.Furniture: The Department of Defense spent $225.6 million on furniture, which included high-end recliners and office items.Electronics: Nearly $6 billion went toward IT and telecommunications, including millions on Apple and Samsung devices.Musical Instruments: $1.8 million was used to purchase items like a $98,329 Steinway grand piano, a $26,000 violin, and a custom $21,750 Japanese flute.
Ken, I was so glad that you weighed in on that hegseth post to about the service people who died. I was afraid that I was one of few who thought it was completely insensitive. Why was a simple "our hearts go out to the families etc." beyond his capabilities and trump was no better.
I agree, Linda. Both statements were appalling. Calling them warriors (Hegseth) was inappropriate - this is not a video game. These were service members in one of our allied countries on a U.S. base.
Trump brushing off the losses with ‘oh well, Iran won’t get a nuclear weapon’ was worse. These soldiers were not fighting in Iran, they were attacked in retaliation for US strikes there.
I’m glad Ken expressed his anger. I feel the same. The loss of any service member deserves dignity and respect.
Exactly, not even a statement from her, it's ridiculous! I know she was in China since McConnell's hospitalization, so it's not like she's glued to his side.
Ken, whenever you do a debrief, it’s always terrific. This today with Scott was another excellent one. Keep it up!
Thank you, Wendy — that's good to hear. Scott brought a lot to that one, and the debriefs are some of my favorite conversations to have. More on the way.
The situation is worse considering the fact that the Administration has little, actually no, Diplomatic ability. Rather, they prefer to use force (the military) to achieve their unclear agenda, just like any incompetent bully. Hegseth is a moron and Trump is a cowardly draft dodger. Military force is not the answer, Diplomacy is.
It doesn't help that the US is sending no real negotiators. whitkoff and kushner are there to broker land deals and do not know the first thing about negotiating. The US has no exit strategy so that is another factor against talks.
Exactly, AGREED!
djt policy-Lies lies lies, and all countrys know this now!
Interesting! In the 19th century, politicians used to say that a true diplomat did not know how to say “no” if a breakthrough was imminent.
Thanks - you expressed it better than I can!
For people who really want to know the news these two journalists are outstanding!
I’m outraged and heartbroken that these service members and innocent Iranians are being killed for no reason
This can never be allowed! All responsible must be held accountable! (djt&USA leadership-accountable)
THEY NEED TO TAKE THE FUND'S OUT OF ICE'S ENORMOUS BUDGET, OR HIS VANITY PROJECTS! ENOUGH IS ENOUGH....NO MORE MONEY
ABSOLUTELY!
Hegseth needs to be impeached
Arrested perhaps.
Of course kegbreath&krash out!
Such obviously problems and have been told, removal necessary! And charged for crimes!
Love to hear you guys! Thank you 🥰
They are all disgusting
Mass-murderers and liars!
I feel we should talk first about all the people in Iran who died because of Trump’s unjust and illegal war. And the people who died elsewhere.
Agreed, the total death count has been witheld, must be staggeringly high!
Please, no-one can make an argument for paying our war bills with additional funding. If Trump can steal from the Forest Service and who knows what other accounts for faux Versailles ornaments , he can suck off ICE funding.
Remember this:
The Pentagon spent a record $93.4 billion in September 2025 alone. More than half of this end-of-fiscal-year surge occurred in the last five working days due to the "use it or lose it" policy.This frantic spending spree included:Luxury Foods: Millions were spent on luxury items, including $15.1 million on ribeye steaks, $6.9 million on lobster tails, and $2 million on Alaskan king crab.Furniture: The Department of Defense spent $225.6 million on furniture, which included high-end recliners and office items.Electronics: Nearly $6 billion went toward IT and telecommunications, including millions on Apple and Samsung devices.Musical Instruments: $1.8 million was used to purchase items like a $98,329 Steinway grand piano, a $26,000 violin, and a custom $21,750 Japanese flute.
padding,skimming .accepting bribes for contracts, graft&corrupt!
Outrageous! You did a lot of good research.
This was discussed but not on the controlled media.
djt is a carreer crook, this is what they do!
Doesn't the inability to perform McConnell job supercede his "permission "?
Very good question, must be addressed!
💙💙💙
Ken, I was so glad that you weighed in on that hegseth post to about the service people who died. I was afraid that I was one of few who thought it was completely insensitive. Why was a simple "our hearts go out to the families etc." beyond his capabilities and trump was no better.
I agree, Linda. Both statements were appalling. Calling them warriors (Hegseth) was inappropriate - this is not a video game. These were service members in one of our allied countries on a U.S. base.
Trump brushing off the losses with ‘oh well, Iran won’t get a nuclear weapon’ was worse. These soldiers were not fighting in Iran, they were attacked in retaliation for US strikes there.
I’m glad Ken expressed his anger. I feel the same. The loss of any service member deserves dignity and respect.
Candy, your hegseth and the video game analogy is spot on.
Sad but true?
Where is his wife??!
She's in hiding, trying to stay as far away from the toxic man as she can.
Can't really blame her, yuck!
Exactly, not even a statement from her, it's ridiculous! I know she was in China since McConnell's hospitalization, so it's not like she's glued to his side.
Agree , Pat. These two are phenomenal. Great reporting.
Vote MAGA out.