In the third episode released this week, we’re peeling back the curtain on some of the most troubling headlines shaking American democracy.

First, we dive into the Pentagon document that quietly bars media outlets from reporting on the military without pre-approved data — a move that has journalists and watchdogs sounding the alarm. 

Then, we look at the airport video featuring Kristi Noem, a not-so-subtle campaign ad that blatantly violates the Hatch Act — prompting major airports like Newark, LaGuardia, and JFK to refuse to air it. 

And finally, we unpack the leaked Telegram messages from Young Republican leaders — filled with racist and hate-fueled remarks that reveal the ugly undercurrent of a movement claiming to “save” the country. 

These aren’t isolated incidents — they’re all a part of Republicans' quest for dominance. And that's not suitable for democracy. We must ask ourselves: how do we pushback on these power grabs, what can we do as individuals, and is there a way to work these people?

Stay tuned for new episodes released every Tuesday.