Here in Utah, we pride ourselves on self-reliance. It's one of the founding principles of our state -- a carry-over from the pioneers. It's not always possible to be 100% self-reliant though; sometimes we need assistance from the federal government. But just how much do we rely on the federal government? A new study puts us towards the bottom of the list. 

Leading up to the Legislative Session -- and during the 45-day session itself -- we discussed tons of bills. Now, we check on some of the legislation that passed and now awaits the Governor's signature... or veto. This segment, we discuss legislation on elections, housing, and childcare. 

As the dust settles, and everyone takes a deeper look at the bills passed during the legislative session, it got us thinking: what are the biggest things our taxpayer dollars are going to fund going forward? Our friends at Deseret News had similar questions and did some digging. What new things will your hard-earned tax dollars go to fund? Listen to find out. 

A new investigation by the Utah Attorney General's Office found nearly a dozen instances of forgery and forgery-related crimes... all centered around signature-gathering for candidate petitions. While it’s a small amount – that probably wouldn’t have changed the end result – it still sparks an additional conversation on election security. The Inside Sources hosts dig into the charges. 

The talk of tariffs and a possible recession have thrown the market into a free-fall over the past few days. Today, President Trump is doubling down -- announcing 50% tariffs on steel and aluminum from Canada. But just a short time ago, Ontario Premier Doug Ford said the province would not impose additional surcharges on electricity. When President Trump announced the increased tariff, he blamed it on the electricity surcharge. If that’s off the table, what happens now? 

A federal judge says the Department of Government Efficiency must comply with public records requests. It comes following the refusal of DOGE to give records access to a watchdog group, even though they had filed a legal request under the Freedom of Information Act, also known as FOIA. It's the latest development as government watchdog groups nationwide seek transparency from DOGE. 

Later this afternoon, the U.S. House will vote on a Continuing Resolution to keep the government funded past this Friday. U.S. Representative Blake Moore (UT-1) joins Inside Sources to discuss the latest on the CR vote. Rep. Moore also shares some insights on the DOGE process and what he’s watching as co-chair of the DOGE caucus.  

Breaking just before our show today: Ukraine has agreed to a 30-day ceasefire with Russia. It comes after talks with United States officials in Saudi Arabia. However, Russia has not yet agreed to the ceasefire. But it's a big step for Ukraine, which had previously been apprehensive about a ceasefire deal with Russia. Does this willingness to sign a ceasefire signal a change in how Ukraine is approaching the situation? Rusty Cannon and Erin Rider give their analysis. 

Potential growing for an economic recession this year 

Even though tariffs on Canada and Mexico have been paused for another month, Republican lawmakers are growing alarmed, saying their constituents are struggling to follow and adapt to the back-and-forth on tariff plans. The stock market has also been in rough territory today after comments the President made over the weekend about a possible recession this year. This all comes while the Commerce Secretary says there's "no chance" of a recession. Senior Economist at Zions Bank Robert Spendlove gives his expert opinion on it all. 

 

On the Hill 2025: Passionate testimony supporting coverage for IVF treatment 

During the final few days of the Legislative Session, the Legislature discussed Senate Bill 242: Public Employee's Benefit and Insurance Program Modifications. The name alone isn't super exciting but the bill, which involves in vitro fertilization treatment, had some passionate testimony on Capitol Hill before it passed. State Rep. Jason Thompson joins the show to discuss his remarks on the bill. 

 

On the Hill 2025: What happened on the final day of the session? 

The 45-day Utah Legislative General Session wrapped up on Friday, passing a total of 582 bills; more than 950 had been introduced. Now, it's up to Governor Spencer Cox to either sign the bills or veto them over the next couple weeks. Inside Sources hosts Adam Gardiner and Taylor Morgan talk about the few ‘bombs’ thrown around in the final hours and days of the session. 

 

Yet another government shutdown watch 

It's like déjà vu... we're on government shutdown watch again. Tomorrow, the House will vote on a Republican-crafted spending bill that would avoid a government shutdown on Friday. It comes as Democrats tell Republicans ‘You're on your own’ and that they won't vote to avoid a shutdown this time around. What’s the latest on the fight to fund the government? Inside Sources breaks it down. 

 

Republicans, Democrats push back on Elon Musk 

Republicans and Democrats are pushing back on Elon Musk. GOP lawmakers say he doesn’t have the authority to fire people; only to make recommendations. Democrats in Wisconsin are beginning their attack ads as well, tying Republican candidates to Musk. Is this going to be a winning message for Democrats leading up to the midterms? Taylor and Adam share their thoughts. 

 

ICE arrests Palestinian activist holding green card 

One of President Trump's many executive orders he's signed so far was one addressing anti-Semitism. It came because of the pro-Palestinian protests that erupted on college campuses nationwide last year. Now, we're seeing the effects of the executive order through the arrest and impending deportation of a green card holder protesting at Columbia University.  

 

Utah’s billboards shed light into state’s culture 

What do the billboards along Utah’s highways say about our culture? A new KSL.com article looks at the various kinds of billboards in the Beehive State and what they say about the people of Utah. The hosts discuss the findings and talk about their favorite billboards in this fun final segment. 

 

What do the billboards along Utah’s highways say about our culture? A new KSL.com article looks at the various kinds of billboards in the Beehive State and what they say about the people of Utah. The hosts discuss the findings and talk about their favorite billboards in this fun final segment.