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EPISODE · Jan 26, 2026 · 56 MIN

Why Both Sides are Wrong on Minnesota and Why Trump is Handling it Perfectly - The Rich Zeoli Pod

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

Zeoli is tracking the breaking twists in Minnesota as President Trump sends Tom Homan to Minneapolis and Governor Tim Walz suddenly calls the White House looking to “work together.” We walk through Trump’s Truth Social post, what the call signals politically, and why the state and local response to ICE operations is becoming the story inside the story. We also talk about the organized harassment of agents, including protesters showing up at hotels and pushing past the line between lawful protest and obstructing federal work. We also get into the latest shooting, and we keep our heads while a lot of people don’t. Rich breaks down why early statements from figures like Kristi Noem, Kash Patel, and Greg Bovino spark backlash, and why language matters when the Second Amendment and First Amendment show up in the same place. We pull in Dana Loesch’s TV hit to explain the clean distinction: carrying legally is one thing; interfering with law enforcement is another. Then we cover how Caroline Leavitt re-centers the administration’s stance and why gun-rights groups push back hard on the “you’re asking for it” framing. From there, we look at reporting that points to encrypted Signal coordination, street alerts, and a vehicle-spotting database used to track suspected ICE cars—plus Kash Patel’s comments about investigations into coordinated efforts to impede agents. PLUS Zeoli has some fashion advice after a ridiculous Politico story about Border Chief Greg Bovino's coat.  00:00 - What everyone is getting wrong about the Minneapolis shooting03:55 - The shooting and why early official claims don’t match what’s known05:05 - Second Amendment rights, and why wording matters12:00 - Dana Loesch lays out the bright line: carry vs. obstruction23:45 - Protesters screaming at agents and Kash Patel on investigations31:40 - Mikie Sherrill escalates rhetoric — why that’s reckless33:25 - Tim Walz invokes Anne Frank and the heat rises again44:00 - Delia Ramirez claims it’s about voter rolls49:10 - Greg Bovino’s coat controversy Zeoli Show is Powered By:🏠 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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