10 Minute Drill

House Democrats are in disarray as Reps. Jared Golden and Marie Gluesenkamp Perez break with their own party and vote with Republicans on a key House procedural rule. Now, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries is demanding “consequences” for the two Democrats, raising new questions about growing divisions within the Democratic Party.

We break down the latest Democratic infighting, including Jeffries’ crackdown on Golden and Gluesenkamp Perez and Rep. Jim McGovern’s reaction to Democrats who voted against the party.

Then, we examine the growing controversy over climate change claims surrounding the devastating landslides and flooding in Nepal and Tibet. Climate activists and media outlets have blamed climate change and U.S. funding cuts for the disaster, but scientists say it is too early to establish a direct connection. Evidence indicates the avalanche that triggered the flooding was linked to the collapse of bedrock beneath the Yala Glacier, with geological and seismic activity playing a potential role.

We also look at questions surrounding USAID and UN spending in Nepal, including billions directed toward “nature-based” initiatives and gender programs while critics argue that more resources should have gone toward practical disaster preparedness such as sensors, monitoring systems and warning infrastructure.

Is climate alarmism distracting from the real causes of natural disasters? And why are Democrats increasingly divided over their own party leadership?

Subscribe for more analysis on the Democratic Party, Congress, climate policy, government spending, USAID, China and the biggest political stories shaping America.

0:00 - Intro

0:38 - Jeffries Deals with Dem Rebellion

3:14 - CNN’s Dishonest Reporting on Nepal

7:45 - Top Stories of the Week

The Democratic Socialists of America say they want to build a new generation of young candidates. So why are they backing Ed Markey—a longtime Washington politician who has been in Congress since 1977? We take a look at Markey’s record and what his candidacy says about the direction of the Democratic Party.

We also examine the latest 2026 midterm predictions as Republicans continue to defy expectations, the money and progressive organizations behind the growing backlash against data centers, and the Democratic divisions surrounding California Attorney General Rob Bonta’s lawsuit against the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger.

Plus, climate activist Michael Mann calls for a Supreme Court expansion litmus test for Democratic Senate candidates, while Susan Collins delivers a political masterclass in what not to say about your opponent.

It’s another look at the contradictions, controversies, and shifting priorities shaping American politics ahead of the 2026 midterms.

0:00 - Intro

0:40 - Ed Markey’s Ancient Ways

3:23 - Midterm Outlook for Republicans Looking Up

5:33 - Dems Fight Data Centers

8:21 - Mark Ruffalo: Hollywood’s Biggest Antisemit

11:28 - Michael Mann Leans into Court Packing

13:18 - Susan Collin’s Roast of Troy Jackson

Iran tensions escalate near the Strait of Hormuz, Republican enthusiasm surges heading into the 2026 midterms, and Democrats struggle to define a clear agenda. We break down the biggest political stories and controversies of the day.

In this episode:

Iran and the Strait of Hormuz: New U.S. strikes and escalating tensions in southwestern Iran raise fresh questions about the conflict, Iran’s military capabilities, and the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz.

2026 Midterm Elections: Republican enthusiasm is surging as the midterms approach. We look at the latest enthusiasm numbers and ask whether the GOP’s momentum could translate into major gains in November — while Democrats continue to face questions about their political agenda.

Waste Wednesday — Birth Tourism: A House hearing examines birth tourism and allegations that taxpayer dollars are being used to promote it. We discuss the implications for U.S. citizenship, immigration policy, and government spending.

$40 Trillion Debt and Medicare for All: Abdul El-Sayed faces criticism over his comments about the national debt, healthcare spending, and Medicare for All. We break down the numbers and the debate over the cost of expanding government-run healthcare.

The Politics Get Weird: From NFL-style political analysis to “Love Island” parodies, we take a look at some of the stranger moments in modern political commentary.

Dana Nessel and Antisemitism: Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel sparked controversy with comments about Israel, Jewish survival, and the broader political debate surrounding antisemitism in America. We examine her remarks and the growing divisions within the Democratic Party over Israel.

James Talarico and Capitalism: Texas Democrat James Talarico is facing scrutiny over his campaign strategy, his relationship with progressive activists, and comments describing capitalism as an “oppressive system” that should be dismantled.

Plus, the latest political news, Democratic and Republican strategy, the 2026 midterm outlook, immigration, national security, healthcare, Israel, antisemitism, and the issues shaping American politics.

0:00 - Intro

0:36 - Iran Updates

1:44 - Republican Optimism for Midterms

3:40 - Waste Wednesday: Birth Tourism

6:04 - Abdul’s Ick Comes Out

10:27 - Dana Nessel Sells Out for Climate

12:32 - James Talafreaco is back

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President Donald Trump declares Iran a “failed nation” as tensions escalate in the Middle East. Meanwhile, Canada is making a push to attract American academics and researchers amid changes to U.S. federal research funding. And as the 2026 midterm elections approach, the MAHA movement is taking on public health, screen time, and the health of America’s children.

In this episode, we break down the latest developments involving Trump and Iran, including Iran’s military and economic instability, its political leadership, and the potential for further escalation in the Middle East.

We also examine Canada’s efforts to recruit U.S. academics and researchers, particularly those working in areas such as climate, equity, and gender studies, as the Trump administration reshapes federal research priorities.

Then, Bethany Mandel and Mary Katharine Ham join us to discuss the rise of MAHA (Make America Healthy Again), the movement’s focus on public health and children’s screen time, and how MAHA could shape the 2026 midterm elections.

In this episode:

• Trump’s warning about Iran and escalating Middle East tensions

• Iran’s military, economy, and political instability

• U.S.-Iran relations and what could happen next

• Canada’s push to attract American academics

• Trump administration changes to federal research funding

• Climate, equity, and gender studies

• MAHA and the future of public health

• Children, screen time, and technology

• Bethany Mandel and Mary Katharine Ham on MAHA

• How MAHA could influence the 2026 midterm elections

Tune in for analysis of Trump, Iran, U.S. politics, foreign policy, Canada, MAHA, public health, and the 2026 elections.

0:00 - Intro

0:44 - Iran Heating Up Again

2:06 - Canada Takes U.S. Undesireables

3:51 - MAHA and the Midterms/Price Transparency

7:00 - Healthier Food Choices

9:12 - Screen time for Children

11:35 - Vaccine Schedules

It's the Monday Rundown, and Michigan Democrats have a big blue mess on their hands.

We break down the chaos at the Michigan Democratic convention, where a land acknowledgment kicked things off and the state's top elected Democrat reportedly stayed away over fears of harassment. Then the Abdul El-Sayed and Hasan Piker saga escalates: Abdul dodges questions about the Twitch streamer at a gaggle, Debbie Dingell says she doesn't understand why Piker inserted himself into Michigan politics, and a "fake apology" gets called out — including by Mark Penn. Even Democrats online are losing patience with how Abdul has handled it.

Plus, Rahm Emanuel insists the DSA isn't part of the Democratic Party, but the polling numbers out of New Hampshire and the Manhattan Institute tell a different story. We also look at Jim Clyburn, Jamie Raskin, and Sheldon Whitehouse making the case that going after the Supreme Court is becoming a Democratic litmus test, and why the LA mayor's race is shaping up to be the Special Olympics of governing failure.

All that, plus a preview of Bethany and MKH Part 2, in today's 10 Minute Drill.

Time Stamps:

0:00 - Intro

0:45 - Michigan Dems low-energy convention

2:03 - Abdul’s inexplicable defense of Hasan Piker

3:02 - Piker: Abdul invited me!

6:21 - Rahm Emanuel’s Democrat party

8:19 - Dems SCOTUS packing litmus test

12:30 - LA Mayors race to the bottom

14:02 - Week ahead!

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