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EPISODE · Mar 17, 2026 · 1H 2M

Dems hold TSA hostage and I explain when someone should resign from the Trump Administration

from The Rich Zeoli Podcast: Daily Politics, Culture & Chaos

Democrats are putting illegal immigrants over American travelers, and we are seeing the fallout at every airport in the country. Zeoli breaks down the absolute mess at TSA checkpoints where officers are quitting because they aren’t getting paid. We discuss how Chuck Schumer and Senate Democrats are refusing to fund the Department of Homeland Security because they want to protect illegal immigrants from ICE. We see the frustration boiling over as travelers are ready to punch through walls while the radical left holds our national security hostage over political games. We also dive into the major shakeup in Washington following the resignation of Joe Kent from the National Counterterrorism Center. Zeoli analyzes Kent’s letter to the President, where he admits he cannot in good conscience support a war with Iran that he believes was manufactured by foreign interests. We look at the heated debate within the administration as press secretary Karoline Leavitt fires back, insisting the threat from Iran was imminent. We explore the balance between loyalty to the President and the constitutional obligation to resign when missions no longer align with personal conviction. Zeoli wraps up the show with a look at some of the most bizarre and infuriating stories in the news cycle, from the "Gay Ayatollah" rumors to Joy Reid’s latest unhinged comparison. We laugh at the "psyop" intelligence suggesting Iran’s new Supreme Leader has a secret life, and we take Joy Reid to task for suggesting American women are just as oppressed as those living under the Iranian regime. Plus, we look at the disturbing move by OpenAI to allow erotica, which experts warn could create a "sexy suicide coach" for millions of minors. 00:00 TSA lines and the DHS funding standoff02:38 Partial government shutdown and ICE funding05:09 Big water and the airport security scam07:39 Chuck Schumer’s responsibility for airport delays11:25 High stress for air traffic controllers without pay14:19 Joe Kent’s resignation from NCTC over Iran war17:08 Rand Paul on the economic cost of bombing Iran22:21 White House response to Joe Kent’s allegations31:35 Intelligence reports on Mohamed Khamenei’s personal life37:23 Movie pitches: White House Cocaine Dogs and Beast One42:30 OpenAI’s plan for adult mode and erotic chats50:59 Radical Islamists vs. MAGA supporters debate54:45 Comparing women's rights in Iran and America01:00:53 Trump’s mystery phone call with a former President __________________________________________Zeoli Show is Powered By:🦀 The Grand Hotel in Cape May: book direct with them for the best rates. (800) 257-8550 or https://www.grandhotelcapemay.com/🏠 Emmons Roofing and Siding, who deliver protection, peace of mind, and true craftsmanship. (856) 885-6677 or online at https://www.emmonsroofing.com/🦷 With Dr. Mike, it's not about cost, it's about care. Learn more at https://www.vanariadental.com/ or call (856) 786-2020. 🛞 Tri County Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram and Tri County Toyota - https://www.tricountytoyota.com/ or https://www.422jeep.com/🎯 Make 2026 the year you protect yourself and your family.Visit https://www.bobslittlesportshop.com/ or call (856) 881-7575. ► Subscribe on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rich-zeoli-podcast/id1843174639► Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6yAlotpdVGSE1RtaCw8H7g?si=395d3b29222c4036 ► Visit our website: https://richzeoli.com/ ► Zeoli Show on X: https://x.com/Richzeolishow► Zeoli Show on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RichzeoliShow► Zeoli Show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richzeolishow/► Zeoli Show on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@richzeolishowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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