Several federal judges are facing impeachment bids from members of Congress after the judges ruled against some of the things President Trump is trying to do. The lawmakers claim the justices are guilty of "high crimes and misdemeanors." What’s the appropriate course of action to hold judges accountable? The Inside Sources share their thoughts. 

While the United States joined Russia and North Korea in voting against a UN resolution condemning Russia for invading Ukraine, members of Congress issued their own resolution supporting Ukraine. It's one of the ways we're seeing a rift form between the president and Congress, even among members of the President's party. We hear some of Senator John Curtis’ thoughts on the situation. 

This legislative session, we've focused on a few bills proposing changes to Utah's judiciary. One of those bills is Senate Bill 296: Judicial Amendments; this would change how the Utah Supreme Court’s Chief Justice is selected. While the bill sponsor wasn’t able to join us, given the legal background of both hosts, Inside Sources spends a segment discussing the proposal. 

The federal Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) offers programs meant to help people stay off the streets and get into affordable housing. However, not everyone thinks these programs are actually doing what they're supposed to do. A resolution on Utah's Capitol Hill is now urging HUD to make changes. Floor sponsor State Senator Heidi Balderree explains more. 

The Mayor of Millcreek is sharing some of the reaction he's received regarding a letter to Immigration and Customs Enforcement. You'll recall a few weeks ago -- following a controversial ICE traffic stop on the border of Millcreek and Murray -- Millcreek Mayor Jeff Silvestrini wrote a letter urging federal officials to take action. He spoke about the reaction last night during the State of the City and joins Inside Sources to share more. 

As the Department of Government Efficiency goes about laying off thousands and thousands of government workers, they may soon deal with some staffing issues themselves: resignations. Today, more than 20 civil service employees resigned from DOGE, saying they wouldn't take part in an effort to "dismantle critical public services." Could this be a sign of more problems with DOGE?  

On the Hill 2025: Takes on the session from a new legislator 

We’re down to single digits – after today, only 9 days left in the 2025 Legislative General Session. Inside Sources kicks off our special show at the Utah State Capitol with a look at the whole process. State Representative Clint Okerlund is a new legislator; he joins us to talk about how he’s doing with the firehose of information. 

 

On the Hill 2025: Adjustments to criminal justice system 

Addressing jail overcrowding, banning state funds from being used for syringe exchange programs, and reclassifying habitual offenders – these are just a few of the things State Representative Karianne Lisonbee hopes to tackle in her bill on the criminal justice system. She joins us to go in-depth on House Bill 312: Criminal Justice Amendments. 

 

On the Hill 2025: Potential path to creating a new county 

It’s been more than 100 years since Utah got a new county – the last time was in 1918 with the establishment of Daggett County. But as Utah’s population grows – especially along the Wasatch Front – it's brought up questions about county creation. Currently, Utah has 29 counties. Could it get to an even 30? State Rep. Jordan Teuscher joins us to discuss a bill he’s running about this topic. 

 

On the Hill 2025: Changes to property taxes 

Property taxes -- they’re super important but can also be kind of boring and complicated. But property taxes affect just about anyone, including those who don’t own their property. State Senator Dan McCay joins Inside Sources to talk about a bill he’s working on that would make some changes to property taxes, including the addition of a few tax programs residents could opt into. 

 

Pushback on recent DOGE decisions, including Musk’s email to federal workers and layoffs 

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) made waves this weekend when an email went out to federal workers asking for them to give five bullet points of what they did last week. Elon Musk – writing on X – said those who don’t respond will be fired. Does he have authority to do this? At the same time, members of Congress are speaking out against the way the layoffs are going. The Inside Sources hosts discuss what DOGE is doing and whether or not they agree with the decisions. 

 

On the Hill 2025: What’s left to accomplish in the last 9 days of the session? 

One thing we like to do when we’re on Capitol Hill is discuss various issues and bills with a Democrat and a Republican. Unfortunately, our regular Republican for this segment couldn’t join us today, so we chat with our regular Democrat instead! State Representative Andrew Stoddard gives a take on the final few days of the session and what he still wants to do before the session ends. 

 

Ukrainian president says he’d resign if it meant peace 

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he would be willing to resign his office if it meant a lasting peace for Ukraine. As part of this – however – he says NATO membership for the country would need to be on the table. At the same time, the United States has joined Russia in voting against a UN resolution about the war. Adam and Erin finish the show with updates on Ukraine. 

 

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he would be willing to resign his office if it meant a lasting peace for Ukraine. As part of this – however – he says NATO membership for the country would need to be on the table. At the same time, the United States has joined Russia in voting against a UN resolution about the war. Adam and Erin finish the show with updates on Ukraine. 

Hosts: Erin Rider and Adam Gardiner

One thing we like to do when we’re on Capitol Hill is discuss various issues and bills with a Democrat and a Republican. Unfortunately, our regular Republican for this segment couldn’t join us today, so we chat with our regular Democrat instead! State Representative Andrew Stoddard gives a take on the final few days of the session and what he still wants to do before the session ends. 

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) made waves this weekend when an email went out to federal workers asking for them to give five bullet points of what they did last week. Elon Musk – writing on X – said those who don’t respond will be fired. Does he have authority to do this? At the same time, members of Congress are speaking out against the way the layoffs are going. The Inside Sources hosts discuss what DOGE is doing and whether or not they agree with the decisions.