On today’s 10 Minute Drill (September 18, 2025):

• 🇬🇧 Trump in the UK — State visit highlights, carriage rides, and pressure to roll back the UK’s Digital Services Tax.
• ⚖️ Charlie Kirk Case — New charges against Tyler Robinson, the push for the death penalty, and shocking texts revealing motive and planning. Plus, the bizarre media spin trying to frame the assassin as MAGA.
• 📊 Polling on Political Violence — Younger and more liberal Americans are far more likely to say violence can be justified.
• 💰 Shutdown Watch — Democrats embrace a shutdown fight as their voters demand it.
• 📱 TikTok Deal — Beijing hails the U.S. deal, with America keeping data but China keeping the algorithm.
• 🌍 King Charles & Climate Change — Why climate alarmism tops the agenda during Trump’s visit.

Time Stamps:

00:00 - Intro 

00:34 - Charlie Kirk's assassin charged

02:15 - Liberals launch disinformation campaign about shooter's motives

05:10 - New polling on political violence

06:31 - President Trump in the UK 

07:22 - House Republicans call on POTUS to stop insane tech tax in the UK

09:02 - SHUTDOWN WATCH

10:39 - TikTok deal details leaked 

11:50 - King Charles of Climate Change

Fast, sharp analysis of politics, media, and global headlines — all in 10 minutes.

Sources & References:

• Charlie Kirk charges: https://x.com/DailyCaller/status/1968021944349200533

In this episode of 10 Minute Drill (September 16), we break down the top stories shaping politics, culture, and the world in just 10 minutes:

• Charlie Kirk Assassination Fallout: Updates on the investigation, the hunt for justice, Erika Kirk’s powerful statement, and national memorials. We also dig into the shocking reactions from educators and officials who justified political violence—and how extreme rhetoric from the left is fueling radicalization.
• Shutdown Theater: Two weeks out from a possible government shutdown, we look at the partisan games driving Washington to the brink.
• Trump, the EU & Sanctions: What the latest moves mean for America’s foreign policy.
• TikTok Deal: President Biden’s new deal raises major questions. We explore fresh studies showing TikTok’s failures on youth safety, harmful algorithms, and political manipulation. Emmy Awards Politics: From Nate Bargatze’s creative hosting to Hannah Einbinder’s political rant—and Ricky Gervais’ timeless reminder to Hollywood.

Fast, sharp, and no fluff—10 Minute Drill gives you the news you need without the noise.

Time Stamps:

00:00 - Intro

00:35 - The latest on Charlie Kirk 

02:22 - The terrible people celebrating political violence 

04:06 - The left’s trickle-down radicalism / embrace of assassination culture

07:40 - Republicans push back on Democrat government shutdown threats 

08:36 - Trump, the EU, and sanctions on Russia 

09:43 - TikTok Deal announced 

13: 11 - Emmy Award politics

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.

Follow Defending Education: Website → https://defendinged.org/ Twitter/X → https://x.com/DefendingEd Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/defendinged/ Nicki Neily → https://x.com/nickineily

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.