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Trump Just Hit New Low…

Sep 21, 2026 · 20m

Summary

This episode covers escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, where Iran struck two tankers and downed a US drone, alongside Trump's controversial ban on major news outlets from the White House press pool. The hosts critique administration officials like Kelly Loeffler and JD Vance for dismissing economic fallout and labeling critical media as "far-left propaganda." Additionally, the segment analyzes Trump's contradictory trade posts regarding Belarus and Canada, noting that Belarus has no potash to sell, while highlighting Trump's approval rating dropping to a historic low of 29%.

Topics discussed

Iran strikes tankers and drones in Strait of Hormuz Trump posts on 'fake news' as national security threat Press pool boycotts White House in solidarity with banned outlets Trump approval rating drops to 29% amid economic strain SBA head dismisses high fuel prices and promotes TV show Fox News blames Biden for current diesel price issues Ag Secretary boasts about removing 6M from SNAP program Sponsored segment: Medicare plan selection and lifespan Trump posts on Russia's diesel industry and war casualties Trump announces potash deal with Belarus to bypass Canada Belarus denies having potash to sell to the West Trump dismisses AI risks and climate change warnings US Trade Rep claims China is avoiding aiding Iran JD Vance defends press ban as limiting 'left-wing propaganda'
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