Day Break | Free Speech, Free For All Friday

Day Break | Free Speech, Free For All Friday --- 00:00 - Monologue 19:03 – Hans von Spakovsky, Senior Legal Fellow at Advancing American Freedom (AAF). Von Spakovsky discusses allegations and controversy surrounding Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, including questions about her identity and accusations of fraud. He also examines AAF's newly launched DSA Exposed tracker ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, exploring the Democratic Socialists of America's political influence, policy positions, and growing involvement in American elections. 38:05 - Monologue 47:03 – Paul D. Thacker, investigative journalist. Thacker discusses his reporting on allegations that the FDA concealed or downplayed information about deaths potentially associated with COVID-19 vaccines. He examines questions surrounding vaccine safety monitoring, adverse-event reporting, government transparency, and whether federal health agencies have adequately investigated and communicated potential risks to the American public. 57:05 – Congressman Tim Walberg, Representative of Michigan's Fifth Congressional District and member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee and the House Education and Workforce Committee. Walberg discusses his bipartisan legislation to combat human trafficking, which has been signed into law. He examines how the legislation aims to strengthen efforts against trafficking, protect vulnerable individuals, and improve coordination among agencies working to identify victims and hold traffickers accountable. 1:16:03 - Monologue 1:24:59 – Steve Dulan, professor and attorney. Dulan discusses the escalating legal battle over government restrictions on AR-15-style rifles and other commonly owned semiautomatic firearms. He examines the constitutional arguments surrounding so-called assault weapons bans, the Supreme Court's interpretation of the Second Amendment, and what future rulings could mean for gun owners and firearms regulations nationwide. 1:35:03 – John Lauro, former federal prosecutor and attorney for President Donald Trump. Lauro discusses how certain federal statutes and legal theories are being used in cases involving Catholic nuns, the Salvation Army, and other religious organizations. He examines concerns about government overreach, religious liberty, and the potential consequences of applying these laws to faith-based institutions and their charitable activities. 1:43:32 – Ivey Gruber, President of the Michigan Talk Network. Gruber joins Steve to close out the show with conversation and commentary on the day's news, politics, culture, and other stories making headlines. --- Check out our podcast, 'Forgotten America'... Episode 26 is live NOW at Steve Gruber on YouTube! Link below: https://youtu.be/hiM-Cfm1dA4