Chris Stigall sits down with Missouri Sen. Eric Schmitt for an exclusive on China’s unprecedented $50 billion lawsuit against him—retaliation for Missouri’s successful Covid origins suit that won a $24 billion judgment.Schmitt breaks down the case, why he wears the suit as a “badge of honor,” and how China’s intimidation tactics won’t work. Plus, year-end reflections with managing editor Josh Mann on 2025’s biggest stories—Trump’s wins, cultural shifts, and what’s ahead in 2026.

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:00:59 - China’s $50B Lawsuit Against Schmitt

00:02:00 - Covid Origins Suit & Missouri Victory

00:03:02 - China’s Intimidation Tactics

00:04:47 - Drug Boat Strikes & Hegseth Defense

00:06:09 - Trump’s Record & 2026 Midterms

00:11:28 - Year in Review: Trump Agenda

00:13:20 - Political Violence & Radical Left

00:15:14 - Gen Z Revival & Cultural Shifts

00:17:36 - Economy & Affordability Outlook

00:20:17 - 2026 Priorities

00:25:32 - Faith and Freedom 250

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