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DMZ America Podcast Ep 203: “SCOTUS to Decide Birthright Citizenship”

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Ted Rall
LIVE 1:30 pm, Streaming Thereafter:

This week’s DMZ America podcast delivers a compelling deep dive into the Supreme Court’s high-stakes oral arguments on national stays, separation of powers, and the 14th Amendment. Hosts Ted Rall and Scott Stantis, joined by legal expert Ricardo Aparicio, unpack a case that could reshape the core of American governance. The Court is grappling with the controversial use of nationwide injunctions that halt federal policies, the boundaries of authority between the executive, legislative, and judicial branches, and the 14th Amendment’s role in safeguarding rights in today’s polarized climate.
These arguments strike at the heart of how power is balanced and how laws are enforced across the nation. With the potential to set precedents that will echo for decades, the outcome could redefine judicial reach and constitutional interpretation. What’s at stake for democracy when the justices weigh these monumental issues? How will their rulings impact the fabric of American law? Tune in for an incisive, serious discussion that cuts through the complexity, offering sharp insights into a defining moment for the nation’s highest court.

DeProgram: “Global Crises, Domestic Battles”

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Ted Rall

Join hosts Ted Rall and John Kiriakou on this riveting episode of DeProgram as they tackle three seismic issues in U.S. foreign and domestic affairs. First, they dive into the high-stakes Ukraine peace talks, where U.S. diplomacy navigates a delicate path amid Russia’s advances and global pressure for resolution. Next, they unpack the intensifying U.S. sanctions on Venezuela, fueling economic chaos and regional instability with far-reaching consequences. Finally, they explore the Supreme Court’s latest clash over the 14th Amendment, a domestic showdown with profound implications for civil rights and constitutional law. With their sharp insights and fearless commentary, Rall and Kiriakou cut through the spin, delivering clarity on these pivotal moments. This episode is essential for anyone craving a deeper understanding of the forces shaping America’s role at home and abroad. Tune in to DeProgram for unfiltered analysis that challenges conventional narratives and equips you with the knowledge to navigate today’s complex world. Subscribe now, catch the episode on your favorite platform, and join the conversation about the future of U.S. policy and justice. Don’t miss this chance to stay informed and engaged with the issues that matter most.

TMI Show Ep 139: “SCOTUS Tackles Birthright Citizenship”

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Ted Rall

LIVE 10 AM Eastern time, Streaming Anytime:

Get ready for a gripping episode of The TMI Show with hosts Ted Rall and Manila Chan, diving into one of the most pivotal legal battles of 2025! The main focus is the U.S. Supreme Court’s oral arguments on May 15, tackling whether federal courts can issue sweeping temporary stays to block President Trump’s executive order ending birthright citizenship. This historic case, rooted in the 14th Amendment’s guarantee of citizenship for those born on U.S. soil, pits the Trump administration against 22 Democratic-led states and immigrant rights groups. Federal judges in Washington, Massachusetts, and Maryland issued nationwide injunctions, calling the order “blatantly unconstitutional,” but the administration argues these broad blocks overstep judicial power.

With arguments set to explore the scope of universal injunctions, the outcome could reshape how courts check executive actions, impacting millions and redefining citizenship rules. Tune in for a deep dive into this constitutional showdown, its implications for immigration policy, and the balance of judicial authority.

Plus:

  • An Israeli airstrike in Northern Gaza killed 50, including 22 children, as Israel escalates its offensive to “capture” the enclave.
  • Iran-backed Houthi rebels fired missiles at Israel, prompting evacuation orders for Yemeni ports amid rising tensions.
  • U.S. drug overdose deaths dropped 27% in 2024 to 80,000, the largest decline on record, driven by naloxone and methadone access.

Join The TMI Show for unfiltered analysis of these critical issues, streaming live and 24/7!

TMI Show Ep 38: “Citizenship for All?”

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Ted Rall

The United States is among the 32 countries, mostly in the Americas, that have birthright citizenship. If you are born here, you get a US passport. Conservatives have long complained that the 14th Amendment provides a loophole for so-called “anchor babies,” of whom there are at least 4 million born to illegal immigrants. But those numbers are dropping annually. Jus soli, or the right of the soil, is in the crosshairs of the incoming second Trump Administration, with the president-elect threatening to eliminate it by executive order. Without it, however, hundreds of thousands if not millions of people could be forced back into the shadows, refusing to call the police or the fire department for fear of deportation, and become stateless. In France, there are second and even third-generation stateless people who couldn’t go back “home” even if they wanted to.

The TMI Show’s Ted Rall debates the issue with guest co-host Robby West, filling in for Manila Chan.

DMZ America Podcast #140: Super Tuesday Leaves Two, Euthanasia Comes to Illinois, Troops in Subways

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Ted Rall

Editorial cartoonists Ted Rall (from the political Left) and Scott Stantis (from the political Right) discuss the week’s biggest stories without the boring yell fests but with force and passion.

The first segment of this week’s offering covers some major developments in the 2024 presidential campaign. The US Supreme Court followed Ted’s lead, choosing democracy over the Constitution, ruling 9-0 to invalidate the 14th Amendment cases attempting to remove Trump from the ballot. Super Tuesday saw broad sweeps by Biden and Trump, Nikki Haley’s withdrawal and progressive discontent over Biden’s support of Israel’s war against the Palestinians in the Gaza Strip. Scott and Ted preview the State of the Union Address and detail what Biden would have to do there—it involves violating the laws of physics—to drive a stake through concerns about his mental acuity. Oh, and it’s definitely Biden versus Trump this fall.

The second segment takes a hard turn into Illinois’ move toward legalizing doctor-assisted suicide. Scott expresses concerns about whether God would approve and whether there might be a potential for abuse. Ted gets personal about a friend and colleague who recently decided to end her life after suffering from depression.

Finally, New York Governor Kathy Hochul has ordered state police and the National Guard to New York City’s beleaguered subway system to restore law and order…and search your bags.


Watch the Video version: here.

The Final Countdown – 2/8/23 – Landmark Case: U.S. Supreme Court to Decide on Trump’s Ballot Fate

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Ted Rall
On this episode of The Final Countdown, hosts Angie Wong and Ted Rall discuss top news from around the globe. 
Gerald Celente – Founder of the Trends Research Institute, Trends Journal Publisher
Mitch Roschelle – Media Commentator
Dan Lazare – Independent journalist and author 
Jeremy Kuzmarov – Managing Editor, Covert Action Magazine 

 
The show begins with the Founder of the Trends Research Institute Gerald Celente, who shares his perspective on Tucker Carlson’s interview with Russian President Putin. 
 
Then, Mitch Roschelle, a media commentator, weighs in on the U.S. Department of Justice not filing charges against President Joe Biden over his handling of classified documents.  
 
The second hour begins with Dan Lazare, an independent journalist, sharing his insights on the 14th Amendment case against Trump. 
 
The show closes with Managing Editor for Covert Action Magazine Jeremy Kuzmarov, to discuss Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu’s refusal to negotiate a ceasefire. 
 

DMZ America Podcast #135: 14th Amendment at SCOTUS, Putin Speaks, Predicting 2024

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Ted Rall

Editorial cartoonists Ted Rall (from the political Left) and Scott Stantis (from the political Right) discuss the week’s biggest stories without the boring yell fests but with force and passion.

First up this week: The Supreme Court hears oral arguments in the groundbreaking attempt by Colorado voters to remove Donald Trump from the ballot under the 14th Amendment to the Constitution. Scott and Ted dissect the arguments pro and con and explain how they would resolve the impossible choice faced by SCOTUS: put the law first, or the country.

Second: Tucker Carlson’s interview with Russian President Vladimir Putin will prove especially notable for Americans’ unfiltered chance to hear firsthand about Russia’s views on the war in Ukraine. Scott and Ted explain where we are now and lay out possible scenarios for the inevitable peace negotiations now that it is clear that Ukraine has decidedly lost.

Third: Alan Lichtman’s 1981 13-point theory on predicting presidential elections based on historical metrics gives Scott and Ted a chance to geek out over the current 2024 campaign.

Watch the Video Version of the DMZ America Podcast: here.

The Colonists Finally Come Around

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Ted Rall

The Supreme Court has been asked to determine whether Donald Trump can be removed from the ballot under the 14th Amendment. In a two-party system, there will be implications.

It’s Democratic If the Constitution Says It

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Ted Rall

Democratic-aligned pundits and legal experts argue that removing Donald Trump from the presidential ballot, as the Colorado Supreme Court and Maine’s Secretary of State recently decided to do and 12 other states are considering, is not inherently undemocratic because, even though it takes one major presidential candidate off the ballot in a two-party system it’s permitted under an obscure section of the 14th Amendment. Unfortunately, the Constitution hasn’t always been a charter that upheld the highest ideals of democratic participation.

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