Jesus Weeps | DeProgram with Ted Rall and Jamarl Thomas
May 18, 2026
Summary
Ted Rall and Jamarl Thomas discuss Trump’s proposed $1.7 billion taxpayer-funded slush fund for political allies and his plummeting approval ratings. They analyze the expensive congressional race involving Thomas Massie, who faces heavy opposition from pro-Israel donors. The hosts also cover the Long Island Railroad strike, rising gas prices linked to Iran tensions, and J.D. Vance’s suspension of Medicaid funds in California.
Topics discussed
Ads for facial services and Lincoln Tech career training
Weekend recap: Trump rally, assassination attempt, and J6 payouts
Thomas Massie's primary race and anti-lobbying stance
Critique of J6 compensation and Trump's emoluments
Trump's low approval ratings and legacy concerns
Thomas Massie's Israel vote and societal divisions
LIRR strike, wage demands, and labor dynamics
Outsourcing, tariffs, and the free market debate
Trump's evangelical service and separation of church and state
Closing remarks and RSS.com advertisement
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