10 Minute Drill

January 29 – Shutdown Watch, ICE Character Assassination, Trump vs. Newsom, Energy Reality

Washington is on shutdown watch as Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer lays out new demands tied to DHS and ICE funding, raising the stakes in the latest fight over immigration enforcement and border security.

In today’s episode, we break down:

-Shutdown Watch – What Schumer’s warning means for ICE, DHS, and the Senate-Attacks on ICE & Media Narratives – Viral videos, headlines, and the Alex Pretti controversy

-“Crazy Larry” Krasner – The Soros-backed Philadelphia DA’s latest remarks and soft-on-crime record

-School Districts vs. ICE – Over 700 districts in 33 states limiting cooperation with immigration enforcement

-Trump vs. Gavin Newsom – Federal takeover of California home rebuilding permits and new wildfire lawsuits targeting state leadership

-Energy Reality Check – Winter storms expose the limits of green energy and renew the debate over fossil fuels and grid reliability

-Maine Fraud Scandal – Dozens of home healthcare companies, empty offices, and millions in taxpayer dollars under scrutiny

-From Davos drama to New England’s energy crunch, this episode connects the dots between national politics, media narratives, and real-world consequences.

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In today’s episode of 10 Minute Drill:


Trump Hits Iowa: Campaigning on affordability and economic relief, with Treasury projecting the average American could see $1,000 more in tax returns this year.


Virginia Gun Grab & Criminal Justice Chaos: New laws spark 2A backlash, restrict magazine capacity, and eliminate mandatory minimums for violent and sexual crimes.


Minneapolis Anti-ICE Insurgency: Police now allowed to respond after weeks of riots and federal agent disruptions.


Business Pushback: CEOs resist political pressure from Tom Steyer, standing firm on principles over politics.


Iran Crisis Escalates: Protests may have claimed 30,000 lives, while Trump positions a “big armada” near Iran.


Court Packing Threat: Liberal leaders push to expand the Supreme Court.

All this in just 10 minutes—the fastest, clearest briefing on politics, policy, and global events.

On today’s January 27 episode of The 10 Minute Drill, we break down the escalating political and law enforcement showdown in Minnesota, the federal response to the Alex Pretti shooting, and what world leaders at Davos are really signaling about regulation, climate policy, and global growth.

We start with the latest on the Alex Pretti case, where federal agents’ body camera footage from multiple angles is under review following a deadly encounter. What led to the use of force, what questions remain unanswered, and how the incident is being used in the broader political fight.

Next, we turn to Tom Homan’s move to Minnesota, where he is managing ICE operations and coordinating enforcement and investigations into major fraud allegations. We examine the growing tension between state leaders, city officials, and federal authorities over sanctuary policies and ICE detainers—and what that means for public safety.

We also explore the rise of organized anti-ICE resistance, including reports of student walkouts, coordinated protests, license plate tracking, and rapid-response activist networks, and what this evolving movement means for law enforcement and political strategy.

With a potential government shutdown looming, we break down what a funding lapse would actually impact—from TSA and FEMA to broader homeland security operations—and why ICE remains at the center of the standoff.

Finally, we wrap with two key takeaways from Davos, including Europe’s struggle with over-regulation and shifting elite attitudes toward climate policy, ESG investing, and global economic risk.

Trump goes global at Davos as concerns grow over China’s expanding influence and a deepening fraud scandal in Minnesota.

In today’s 10 Minute Drill, we break down President Trump’s remarks at the World Economic Forum, his criticism of Europe’s tech, energy, and free speech policies, and the broader geopolitical risks of pushing Western allies closer to Beijing. We examine the pros and cons of Trump’s international strategy — including national security concerns tied to reports of Chinese military pilots training in the United States.

Back at home, a federal investigation rocks Minnesota politics. Subpoenas are reportedly served on top state and city officials as lawmakers hear testimony about widespread fraud in taxpayer-funded programs — and the real human cost when vulnerable Americans are left without care.

We also take a closer look at the nonprofit and activist economy in Minnesota, spotlighting millions flowing through anti-poverty organizations, and wrap with a deep dive into the insurance industry, where critics say rising premiums and claim denials are colliding with aggressive ESG, DEI, and “woke” corporate priorities.

Topics include:

-Trump at Davos and Europe’s tech, energy, and speech policies-The “China factor” and U.S. national security risks-Leaked EU documents and trade policy tensions-Minnesota subpoenas, fraud allegations, and nonprofit funding-The impact of “woke” insurance on premiums and patient care

In the January 21 episode of The 10 Minute Drill, we break down a fast-moving political landscape as President Trump arrives in Davos and questions grow about whether global priorities are overshadowing key domestic and midterm political risks.

We start with Trump’s one-year anniversary press conference, his latest Truth Social spree, and expected meetings on Greenland, Russia, Ukraine, NATO, and global trade. Then we dive into new Wall Street Journal polling showing Democrats with a narrow edge on “caring about the middle class” and “people like you,” and why that could spell trouble for Republicans if the focus doesn’t return to affordability and everyday economic issues.

The episode also covers the Minnesota ICE fallout, including Don Lemon’s comments on church protests, a DOJ review, Keith Ellison’s response, and growing tensions around immigration enforcement.

We examine allegations of “dark money” networks tied to activist groups, clergy-led protests, and political pressure campaigns targeting major retailers.

In Virginia, we look at Abby Spanberger’s policy direction, environmental regulations, criminal justice proposals, and sanctuary-style policies — and what critics say it means for the state’s future.

Finally, we break down new reporting on who is actually being deported and why Democrats continue to struggle to clearly answer questions around women’s sports and cultural issues.

Fast, focused, and no-nonsense — this is your 10-minute briefing on the stories shaping politics and the midterm battlefield.