The assassination of Charlie Kirk and other recent incidents of political violence have instilled fear in many members of Congress. Those who worry they could be the next targets are requesting increased security and canceling public events. Tennessee Republican Congressmen Tim Burchett joins the Rundown to discuss his concerns about personal safety and what ... Show More
Apr 2023
Extra: An Overdose-Reversing Nasal Spray Will Soon Be More Available. A Recovering Addict Explains Why That Matters.
Amid America's ongoing drug epidemic, lawmakers on Capitol Hill have emphasized the need to prevent drug smuggling efforts and make narcotics like fentanyl harder to get.
Now, the FDA has approved the over-the-counter sale of Narcan, a drug used to treat and reverse opioid overdo ... Show More
18m 21s
Apr 2023
Extra: Americans Are Becoming Less Patriotic. We Ask Why.
Many of the values that were once held up as defining aspects of the country now seem to be fading in importance for Americans. That's according to a recent Wall Street Journal-NORC poll.
Patriotism, faith, hard work, and having children are just some of the values that the surve ... Show More
32m 40s
Sep 16
Trump Promises Free Speech Crackdown
<p>In response to the murder of Charlie Kirk, Donald Trump vows retribution against his political opponents, JD Vance asks Americans to snitch on anyone criticizing Kirk's politics, and Stephen Miller pledges to "disrupt, dismantle, and destroy" left-wing organizations. Jon, Love ... Show More
1h 20m
Sep 12
The Assassination of Charlie Kirk
<p>Charlie Kirk, one of the most influential voices in the MAGA movement and the co-founder of Turning Point USA, is shot and killed during a speaking event in Utah. Jon and Dan react to the news and discuss the reactions from the left and right, and why we're seeing such a troub ... Show More
1h 27m
Sep 17
The Plan to Turn Charlie Kirk's Murder Into a Crackdown on the Left
<p>On Tuesday, prosecutors charged the man suspected of killing Charlie Kirk with aggravated murder, vowed to seek the death penalty and released a mountain of new evidence against him.</p><p>Jack Healy, who has been covering the killing of Mr. Kirk for The New York Times, explai ... Show More
34m 19s
Sep 21
The Roots of Political Violence and How We Prevent It
<p>What's causing the rise in political violence in America? Can we overcome it? And if not, what’s in store for our democracy? Dr. Lilly Mason, a professor of political science at John Hopkins and expert on political violence, joins the show to give context to this moment — and ... Show More
1h 1m