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EPISODE · Mar 26, 2026 · 1H 28M

Why Democrats Won’t Take Yes for an Answer on DHS funding

from Ruthless Podcast · host Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan and John Ashbrook

Government shutdown chaos. TSA lines out the door. Political blame flying everywhere. So what’s really going on—and who’s actually responsible? The fellas—Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook—cut straight through it. No spin, no fluff. Just the reality behind the dysfunction, the strategy, and why you’re the one stuck dealing with it. In this episode… DHS shutdown fallout and TSA chaos Chuck Schumer under pressure inside his own party ICE funding fight and political maneuvering Dem strategy exposed in immigration debate PLUS, POLITICIANS ARE PLAYING CHESS… WHILE YOU’RE STUCK IN A SIX-HOUR AIRPORT LINE We also sit down with Senator Pete Ricketts for a real look at what’s happening behind closed doors—and what it means for the country moving forward. Special Guest: Senator Pete Ricketts • DHS shutdown negotiations and political gridlock 🏛️ • Economic pressure on everyday Americans 💵 • Election strategy and “fake independent” campaigns 🗳️ • Global tensions and impact on U.S. markets 🌍 Make sure you’re subscribed so you don’t miss what’s next. Follow us across social, drop your thoughts in the comments, and get involved—we’re watching and responding. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Government shutdown chaos. TSA lines out the door. Political blame flying everywhere. So what’s really going on—and who’s actually responsible? The fellas—Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook—cut straight through it. No spin, no fluff. Just the reality behind the dysfunction, the strategy, and why you’re the one stuck dealing with it. In this episode… DHS shutdown fallout and TSA chaos Chuck Schumer under pressure inside his own party ICE funding fight and political maneuvering Dem strategy exposed in immigration debate PLUS, POLITICIANS ARE PLAYING CHESS… WHILE YOU’RE STUCK IN A SIX-HOUR AIRPORT LINE We also sit down with Senator Pete Ricketts for a real look at what’s happening behind closed doors—and what it means for the country moving forward. Special Guest: Senator Pete Ricketts • DHS shutdown negotiations and political gridlock 🏛️ • Economic pressure on everyday Americans 💵 • Election strategy and “fake independent” campaigns 🗳️ • Global tensions and impact on U.S. markets 🌍 Make sure you’re subscribed so you don’t miss what’s next. Follow us across social, drop your thoughts in the comments, and get involved—we’re watching and responding. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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