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EPISODE · Jun 12, 2025 · 29 MIN

BREAKING: Follow the Money-Who’s Funding the Chaos? CHIRLA for Starters

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Senator Josh Hawley's Investigation: This part of the podcast centers around a letter from Senator Josh Hawley (Chair of the Senate Subcommittee on Crime and Counterterrorism) to the Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights (CHIRLA). The letter accuses CHIRLA of financially and logistically supporting protests in Los Angeles that allegedly escalated into riots. Hawley demands preservation of extensive records including communications, financial documents, donor lists, and travel records. Expansion of the Investigation: The investigation broadens to include other organizations such as: The Party for Socialism and Liberation Unión del Barrio Similar demands for documentation are made to these groups. Allegations of Foreign and Government Funding: The commentary suggests that some of the funding for these protests may come from foreign sources or U.S. government grants. CHIRLA is reported to have received millions in government funding, including from the Department of Homeland Security. Media Criticism: The episode heavily criticizes mainstream media and Democratic politicians for allegedly downplaying the severity of the protests and labeling them as “peaceful rallies.” It includes quotes and paraphrased statements from figures like Chuck Schumer and the LA Mayor, accusing them of misleading the public. Public Reaction and Law Enforcement: Reports of arrests, including undocumented immigrants with prior convictions, are highlighted. The commentary supports the deployment of the National Guard and calls for stricter penalties, including enhanced sentencing for flag burning during riots. Political Commentary: The tone is highly critical of the Democratic Party, accusing it of enabling or ignoring the unrest. Senator John Kennedy and others are quoted expressing disbelief at the media narrative and calling for stronger law enforcement responses. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and Verdict with Ted Cruz Wherever You get You're Podcasts. Thanks for Listening #seanhannity #hannity #marklevin #levin #charliekirk #megynkelly #tucker #tuckercarlson #glennbeck #benshapiro #shapiro #trump #sexton #bucksexton#rushlimbaugh #limbaugh #whitehouse #senate #congress #thehouse #democrats#republicans #conservative #senator #congressman #congressmen #congresswoman #capitol #president #vicepresident #POTUS #presidentoftheunitedstatesofamerica#SCOTUS #Supremecourt #DonaldTrump #PresidentDonaldTrump #DT #TedCruz #Benferguson #VerdictSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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BREAKING: Follow the Money-Who’s Funding the Chaos? CHIRLA for Starters

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