10 Minute Drill

America responds to the horrific assassination of conservative luminary Charlie Kirk, as the manhunt for his assassin continues in Utah. 

We highlight some of the reactions - including Utah Governor Spencer Cox and his call for anyone celebrating to seek out their better angels. 

President Trump pays tribute on September 11th at the Pentagon Memorial and at Yankee Stadium

With the shocking passing of Charlie Kirk, conservative luminary, young father, and great American, we’re forgoing a normal episode of 10 Minute Drill and ask for thoughts and prayers for Charlie’s family. 

We will resume with a normal episode on Friday, September 12.

September 9 – Culture of Crime, Biden’s Pardons, Zohran’s Homestretch & Senate Showdown

On today’s 10 Minute Drill:

-Culture of Crime: North Carolina rocked by the Irina Zarutska tragedy and the shocking case of Decarlos Brown, a repeat offender released 14 times. Meanwhile, Biden’s mass pardons—signed by autopen just days before leaving office—are raising new alarms after violent criminals slipped through without proper vetting.

-Zohran Mamdani’s Homestretch: From his defense of taxing New York’s top earners to a brutal grocery store interview, Zohran faces mounting pressure in the final stretch.

-Democrats & Your Electric Bills: Why Senate Democrats think they can spin rising utility costs into a political win—and why voters aren’t buying it.

-Independent Climate Report: Stanford’s Steven Koonin delivers findings the Left doesn’t want debated: no significant long-term U.S. trends in extreme weather, benefits of CO₂ for agriculture, and warnings about costly “climate emergency” policies. Senate Blockade: John Thune signals a rules change as Democrats continue their unprecedented blockade of Biden’s nominees—leaving critical posts, including U.N. Ambassador, unfilled. 

-Justice Barrett Speaks: A rare interview exposes CBS bias and highlights the growing tension between media and the Court.

Plus: Trump spotted at the U.S. Open signing hats, and the NFL’s big return.

Listen now for your daily breakdown of politics, media spin, and culture in just 10 minutes.

September 4 – Foreign adversaries gather in China, Trump fires back, Biden aides question Trump’s health, and Europe faces a growing free speech crisis.

Today on the 10 Minute Drill:

-Adversaries in Beijing – Xi, Putin, and Kim Jong Un huddle in China while Trump responds.

-UK Free Speech Meltdown – Graham Linehan’s arrest highlights censorship crackdowns in Britain and beyond. Nuclear Haters – Dark money groups tied to Democrats keep blocking nuclear energy, threatening America’s grid and AI future.

-CJP Under Fire – A new House probe into climate activist judges and eco-law firm collusion. Gavin’s Land Grab? – Newsom’s “agricultural equity” plan to redistribute California farmland. Biden Aides Question Trump’s Health – Jen Psaki and others raise fresh doubts.

Links discussed in today’s episode:

-Xi, Putin, Kim in Beijing: https://x.com/yarotrof/status/1963220282916954376

-Trump reacts: https://x.com/RapidResponse47/status/1963048466294124679

-Graham Linehan arrest coverage: https://nypost.com/2025/08/19/world-news/uk-free-speech-struggle-30-arrests-a-day-censorship/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

-German “hate crime” crackdown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-bMzFDpfDwcDark money vs. nuclear: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/web-dark-money-tied-obama-dems-fuels-green-opposition-crucial-trump-energy-plan CJP probe: https://dailycaller.com/2025/09/01/exclusive-house-judiciary-committee-probe-climate-activist-group/

Newsom farmland plan: https://freebeacon.com/california/stolen-land-gavin-newsoms-agricultural-equity-advisers-prepare-plan-to-redistribute-farmland-to-racial-minorities/ Psaki on Trump health: https://x.com/greg_price11/status/1963050557947428971

Washington is back — and so is the shutdown theater. Congress is facing another funding fight, with Democrats showing no incentive to help, while Trump’s National Guard deployment in Chicago has leaders like JB Pritzker and Brandon Johnson scrambling to spin crime stats. Even MSNBC admits the city may need Trump’s help.

Meanwhile, teachers unions are joining a boycott against Target — proving once again they’re more focused on politics than kids. From $50M funneled into political groups to rants about “pharaohs” and velour, the fight is as absurd as it sounds.

Special guest Nicki Neily of Defending Education joins to share what parents should watch for as their kids head back to school, the craziest things she’s seen from radical school districts, and how her group is holding administrators accountable.

And in our YCMIU segment: Tim Walz puts his foot in his mouth again — this time talking about Trump dying.

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In this September 2nd episode of the 10 Minute Drill, we break down five major stories shaping politics and policy:

-Dark Money Reckoning: Bill Gates quietly cuts ties with Arabella Advisors, the left’s powerful dark money hub, raising big questions about Democratic funding networks.

-Electoral College Shifts: New projections show Texas and Florida gaining seats while California, Illinois, and New York lose influence—reshaping the presidential map.

-Europe’s Silly Taxes: President Trump warns the EU over digital taxes targeting American tech, threatening tariffs and export restrictions.

-Climate Fumbles: Europe’s Net Zero pledges have backfired, pushing the continent to buy record amounts of Russian LNG—funding Putin’s war in Ukraine.

-Electric Buses Go Womp Womp: Biden’s electric school bus program collapses as Lion Electric goes bankrupt, forcing schools back to diesel.

All that and more—in just 10 minutes.

On the August 28th 10 Minute Drill, we break down a week of political clashes and cultural flashpoints:

-Trump’s approval hits a new high in AP polling, with voters backing his handling of crime.

-Democrats’ DNC meeting turns into a struggle session—land acknowledgments, bizarre DEI claims, and warnings from Third Way about “alienating the many.”

-CNN’s Harry Enten warns Republicans are flipping Democrats and registering new voters.The American Parents Coalition releases a map showing boys still competing in girls’ sports.

-Back-to-school controversies erupt in Virginia, from invasive parent surveys to radical bathroom activism.

-23 attorneys general demand the EPA cut funding for the “Climate Judiciary Project.”

-And in Virginia, Abigail Spanberger vows to reverse Gov. Youngkin’s ICE order, even after MS-13 arrests make headlines.

Listen now for a fast, no-nonsense breakdown of the news the mainstream media won’t cover.

On today’s episode:

-Russia & Trump – Putin tries a “good cop, bad cop” routine while Lavrov rules out a Zelenskyy meeting. JD Vance warns about Moscow’s concession games. Is it time for maximum sanctions? -Gavin Newsom’s Gerrymandering Gamble – California’s governor diverts $50M from crime-fighting to “Trump-proofing” redistricting. Is he launching a presidential campaign at the expense of his own party? -Democratic Struggles – More than 2 million voters lost in just four years, teachers unions funneling $50M into far-left causes, and Wes Moore admitting “it’s advantage GOP.” -EVs & Road Trips – A Wall Street Journal piece says EV road trips are easier, but unreliable chargers, high costs, and long wait times tell another story. Are EVs really road-ready? -Zohran the Bodybuilder (Sort of) – A Democratic lawmaker’s viral gym fail joins the ranks of Swalwell’s infamous 135-lb struggle. What does it say about Democrats and masculinity? -“They Made Me Do It” – Banks and Big Business blame regulators for political discrimination, but Trump’s latest moves could pull the curtain back on debanking.

Fast, sharp, and always on point—the 10 Minute Drill breaks down the stories driving politics, culture, and America’s future.

Texas Dems Surrender, MAGA Gavin, NOVA Schools & a Flawed Climate Study

On today’s 10 Minute Drill:

• Texas Democrats finally surrender on redistricting after weeks of political theater.

• California Democrats push the “nuclear option” to scrap their independent redistricting commission and tighten their partisan grip.

• Gavin Newsom debuts his “MAGA Gavin” Twitter act while Democrats’ brand collapses nationwide.

• Northern Virginia schools double down on radical bathroom policies, even punishing boys who object.

• A heavily cited climate study predicting $38 trillion in losses is exposed as flawed.

• From “Brat Summer” to “Braut Summer” — J.B. Pritzker expands financial aid to illegal immigrants.

• And the rise of “crazy Instagram conspiracies.”

The 10 Minute Drill cuts through the noise in politics, culture, and media — fast, sharp, and unfiltered.

On today’s 10 Minute Drill (August 20, 2024), we dig into three stories at the intersection of climate, culture, and politics:

• Manipulating the “Consensus” on Climate Change – Activists continue to damage their own movement, with urgency at historic lows. We break down a first-of-its-kind wrongful death lawsuit blaming oil companies for “climate change” — and what sealed court documents reveal about a dark money climate group behind it.

• Hero of the Day: Irene Gilbert – A 76-year-old Oregon activist is using decades-old liberal policies to block massive wind and solar projects from destroying farmland and rural communities. ProPublica profiles her surprising success.

• Smithsonian Review – As America approaches its 250th anniversary, the White House is reviewing Smithsonian exhibits after criticism that museums are pushing political climate messaging instead of celebrating America’s story. From climate change in the dinosaur hall to children’s books about gender ideology, we look at how cultural institutions are shifting.

Tune in for your daily dose of sharp analysis on politics, energy, and culture — in just 10 minutes.