Despite Donald Trump’s long history of racism, a growing number of Black voters say they support him. Some analysts believe they identify with him because, like them, he has had problems with the legal system.
The Final Countdown – 2/15/24 – ICE Pressures Congress with Threat of Releasing Detained Migrants After Border Bill Fails
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On this episode of The Final Countdown, hosts Angie Wong and Ted Rall discuss top news from around the world, including ICE blackmailing Congress over the failed border bill.
Ajay Pallegar – Criminal and Civil Attorney
Andrew Arthur – Resident Fellow in Law and Policy for the Center for Immigration Studies
Dan Lazare – Independent Journalist
Kevin Kamps Radioactive Waste Specialist,
The first hour begins with Ajay Pallegar, a criminal and civil attorney, sharing his perspective on Fulton County DA Fani Willis’ hearing, which would determine if she would be disqualified from the election interference case against Trump.
Then, Andrew Arthur, a Resident Fellow in Law and Policy for the Center for Immigration Studies gives his analysis on ICE threatening to release detained migrants in response to Congress’s failure to ensure funding.
The second hour starts with independent journalist Dan Lazare, who shares his insights on the CIA and other foreign intelligence agencies targeting 26 Trump associates in 2016.
The show closes with Radioactive Waste Specialist at Beyond Nuclear, Kevin Kamps, who shares his expertise on U.S. intelligence claiming that Russia might have the capabilities to launch nuclear weapons into space.
The Final Countdown – 2/13/24 – Pakistan Faces Uncertain Political Future With No Clear Winning Gov’t
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On this episode of The Final Countdown, hosts Angie Wong and Ted Rall discuss top news worldwide, including the results of Pakistan’s elections.
Mitch Roschelle – Media Commentator
Tyler Nixon – Counselor-at-law
Mark Sleboda – International Relations and Security Analyst
Hamza Azhar Salam – Pakistani journalist
The first hour begins with media commentator Mitch Roschelle, who discusses the special election to replace the ousted U.S. Representative George Santos.
Then, attorney Tyler Nixon joins to weigh in on Trump’s emergency request to SCOTUS to delay his Jan. 6 criminal trial. Nixon and the hosts also discuss Trump’s hearing on the classified documents case and the possibility of Fani Willis being disqualified.
The second hour starts with International Relations and Security Analyst Mark Sleboda, who shares his expertise on the latest out of Ukraine, including the Senate approving a $95 billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan.
The show closes with journalist Hamza Azhar Salam, who shares his insights on the split results of Pakistan’s elections.
The Final Countdown – 2/8/23 – Landmark Case: U.S. Supreme Court to Decide on Trump’s Ballot Fate
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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.
The Final Countdown – 2/7/24 – Nikki Haley Fails in Primary Despite Running Unopposed
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On this episode of The Final Countdown, hosts Angie Wong and Ted Rall discuss current events from around the world.
Andrew Langer – President of the Institute for Liberty, Director of CPAC Foundation’s Center for Regulatory Freedom
Scott Stantis – Cartoonist for The Chicago Tribune
Ajay Pallegar – Criminal and civil attorney
Nebojsa Malic – RT Journalist
The show starts with President of the Institute for Liberty, Andrew Langer, who shares his perspective on the Nevada primaries, and presidential candidate Nikki Haley’s loss.
Then, Scott Stantis joins the show to discuss Tucker Carlson’s interview with Russian President Putin.
The second hour begins with Ajay Pallegar, a criminal and civil attorney, sharing his legal expertise on the ruling that strips Trump of presidential immunity.
The show closes with journalist Nebojsa Malic who weighs in on the possibility of a ceasefire deal in Gaza.
In Case of Emergency, Pretend Everything’s Cool
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Democrats warn that Trump threatens democracy itself. If that’s really true, why are they running such a weak candidate against him and refusing to hold primaries that serve as a crucible from which the strongest possible candidate can emerge?
The Final Countdown – 1/30/24 – United Airlines Navigates Boeing Woes: Explores Possible Airbus Deal
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On this episode of The Final Countdown, hosts Angie Wong and Ted Rall discuss current events worldwide, including United Airlines and its Boeing woes.
Jamie Finch – Former Director, National Transportation Safety Board
Tyler Nixon – Counselor-at-law
Dr. George Szamuely – Senior Research Fellow, Global Policy Institute
Dan Kovalik – Human Rights Lawyer
The show kicks off with Jamie Finch, the former director of the National Transportation Safety Board, who discusses United Airlines potentially entering a deal with Airbus following Boeing’s Max 9 blunders.
Later, Tyler Nixon, counselor-at-law, weighs in on the IRS contractor getting sentenced to five years in prison following his leak of Trump’s tax documents.
The second hour begins with the hosts talking to Dr. George Szamuely about Hungary accusing the EU of blackmail.
The show closes with human rights lawyer Dan Kovalik, who shares his perspective on the strikes near the Jordanian border and the pressure on Biden to plan a military response.
The Final Countdown – 1/29/23 – Nancy Pelosi Urges FBI Probe into Russia’s Role in Gaza Protests
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On this episode of The Final Countdown, hosts Angie Wong and Ted Rall discuss the current events around the globe, including Nancy Pelosi accusing the Pro-Palestine movement of “Russian interference.”
Dan Lazare – Independent Journalist
Mitch Roschelle – Media Commentator
Jeremy Kuzmarov – Managing Editor of CovertAction Magazine
The show kicks off with independent journalist Dan Lazare who shares his perspective on the border crisis as a major election issue and the GOP unveiling a possible impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Anthony Mayorkas.
Later, Media Commentator Mitch Roschelle weighs in on Trump owing $83 million for defamation against columnist E. Jean Carrol.
The second hour begins with the hosts discussing Nancy Pelosi’s calls for an FBI investigation into the Pro-Palestine movement.
The show closes with Jeremy Kuzmarov who shares his insights on the drone strike in Jordan and the escalation in the Middle East.
The Final Countdown – 1/26/24 –
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On this episode of The Final Countdown, hosts Angie Wong and Ted Rall discuss the latest news domestically and abroad, including Trump’s accusations against Fani Willis.
Scott Stantis – Cartoonist for The Chicago Tribune
Professor Francis Boyle – Human Rights Lawyer
Ryan Cristián – Founder and editor of The Last American Vagabond
Michael Maloof – Former Pentagon Official
The show begins with Cartoonist Scott Stantis weighing in on Trump’s accusations against Fulton County DA Fani Willis for “racial animus,” and the ongoing scandal surrounding the district attorney.
Later, Human Rights Lawyer Prof. Francis Boyle joins the show to discuss the International Court of Justice telling Israel to take measures to prevent the genocide of Palestinians. Prof. Boyle and the hosts also touch on the current conditions in Gaza.
The second hour begins with Ryan Cristián, who shares his perspective on why Americans are becoming disgruntled with the two-party system amid Biden’s plummeting performance in the polls.
The show closes with Former Pentagon Official Michael Maloof, who shares his expertise on the U.S. holding negotiations with Iraq.
DMZ America Podcast #133: New Hampshire 2024, The Truth About Migrants, Is Anti-Zionism Anti-Semitism?
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In the latest DMZ America Podcast, editorial cartoonists Ted Rall (from the Left) and Scott Stantis (from the Right) analyze the latest news and trends affecting the nation and the world.
First, the guys break down the 2024 New Hampshire primary, in which Trump handily defeated Nikki Haley in his apparently inevitable track to the GOP nomination, though the South Carolina senator has vowed to remain in the race. Although Democrats snubbed the Granite State in favor of South Carolina, Biden’s write-in campaign prevailed over challenger Dean Phillips, avoiding embarrassment while pointing to fractures in the Democratic coalition. Now Trump is ahead of Biden by 4 points.
Second, Scott explains the real reasons for the migrant crisis at the US-Mexico border and advises the White House to come clean with the American people. Ted, it turns out, had reached an identical conclusion.
Finally, Ted and Scott once again explore the differences between anti-Semitism, anti-Zionism and anti-Israelism, and speculate on the future of the Gaza Strip and the Middle East crisis.
Watch the Video Version of the DMZ America Podcast: here.
