Border Troops & Newsom's Insulin Disaster

Are you a Californian who feels isolated and alone in your political views in a deep blue state? Feel like you can’t talk about insane taxes, an overbearing government, and radical social experiments without getting a side eye? Then join us on the California Underground Podcast to hear from people just like you. Original air date 1.26.25SummaryIn this episode of the California Underground Podcast, hosts Phil and Camille discuss various pressing issues in California, including the recent rain and its implications, the deployment of troops to the border, the TikTok trend involving ICE agents and teachers, the role of sheriffs in immigration enforcement, Gavin Newsom's insulin initiative, and the political controversies surrounding Westminster City Councilwoman Amy Fan West. The conversation highlights the complexities of immigration policy, the impact of local governance, and the importance of accountability in politics.Chapters02:51 Cringe Moment: ICE Agents vs. Teachers on TikTok12:16 Military Troops at the Border: A National Security Debate25:44 California Sheriffs and Immigration Enforcement34:43 Gavin Newsom's Insulin Initiative: Overpromised and Underdelivered40:02 California's Pharmaceutical Promises and Delays43:59 Gavin Newsom's Leadership: Over-Promising and Under-Delivering48:56 Civica's Insulin Manufacturing: Funding and Accountability52:55 Amy Fan West: Political Controversies and Accountability01:08:47 The Importance of Local Elections and Political Integrity*The California Underground Podcast is dedicated to discussing California politics from a place of sanity and rationality.*Check out our full site for more information about the show at ⁠www.californiaunderground.live⁠Follow California Underground on Social Media  Instagram: ⁠www.instagram.com/californiaunderground⁠ X: ⁠https://twitter.com/CAUndergound⁠Tik Tok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@californiaunderground?_t=8o6HWHcJ1CM&_r=1⁠YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj8SabIcF4AKqEVFsLmo1jA⁠ Read about our Privacy Policy: ⁠https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/privacy-policy/⁠