Mike pushes back on the media’s “Democrat momentum” narrative, contrasting CBS polling showing strong approval for Trump’s State of the Union with what he calls rage-fueled chaos from figures like Rashida Tlaib and Ilhan Omar. As new data shows surprising Democratic primary turnout in Texas, he questions whether Republican apathy is being driven by lingering affordability concerns or frustration over Epstein accountability. Amid the noise, Mike argues conservatives still have the advantage—if they stay focused, fix the messaging on cost-of-living, and actually show up to vote.

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Mike celebrates what he calls President Trump’s finest hour—a commanding State of the Union that he believes ignited the 2026 midterm fight and exposed Democrats in real time. From the dramatic moment lawmakers were asked to stand for protecting American citizens over illegal immigrants—to emotional tributes for victims of crime—the speech forced a stark choice on national television. As some Democrats remained seated and others erupted in protest, Mike argues the contrast couldn’t have been clearer: a president rallying around American families and a party he says revealed exactly where its priorities lie.

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Mike unloads on Democrats planning to boycott the State of the Union, calling it petty political theater that only strengthens Trump’s hand. As Olympic gold medal hockey champions prepare to celebrate at the White House, he contrasts their patriotism with what he describes as childish grandstanding from lawmakers like Adam Schiff. From locker-room celebrations to empty seats in Congress, Mike argues the optics couldn’t be clearer—America is cheering, and the sore losers are staying home.

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Mike calls on America’s patriots to stand tall as left-wing outrage targets everything from the USA hockey team’s gold-medal celebration to FBI Director Kash Patel joining the locker room party. He tackles growing frustration over the Epstein files and fears that Republican voter apathy could cost crucial elections, warning that staying home only hands power back to America-hating radicals. From Olympic pride to midterm momentum, Mike makes the case that patriotism, turnout, and unity—not outrage—will decide the country’s future.

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Mike reacts to Susan Rice’s viral warning that Democrats will pursue an “accountability agenda” against corporations, media, and institutions that supported Trump—raising alarms about political retribution if power shifts in November. He also breaks down a major Supreme Court ruling striking down Trump’s tariffs in a 6–3 decision, calling it a serious blow to the President’s economic strategy and questioning the court’s consistency. Mike ties it all to growing voter frustration, the stakes of the midterms, and why Republican turnout could determine whether Trump’s agenda survives—or gets dismantled.

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Mike sits down with the Director of Operations for American Independence Gold, David Harper.

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This is the Mike Gallagher Show Week in Review Podcast for Friday, February 20th, 2026. This week, Marco Rubio evokes cheers at the Munich Security Conference, while Democrats embarrass themselves.  Plus, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis proposes a radical idea. And, President Trump pays tribute to the late Jesse Jackson, who passed away this week

That and more coming up on the Week in Review. .

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Mike sounds the alarm on growing Republican voter apathy, warning that staying home could hand victories to Democrats despite strong economic numbers and Trump’s rising approval ratings. He presses Congressman Brandon Gill on the urgent need to energize the base, deliver on campaign promises, and keep momentum heading into November. The conversation also dives into frustration over the Epstein files, demands for accountability, and why some conservatives feel disillusioned with Republican leadership. Mike makes the case that the only path forward is to reignite the Republican fire—and show up when it matters most.

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Mike takes listeners inside the chaos unfolding across media and politics, starting with Stephen Colbert’s escalating feud with CBS and the growing debate over equal access, FCC pressure, and whether government oversight could backfire on conservative talk radio. He admits where he got the facts wrong, defends free speech across all platforms—even for ideological opponents—and warns that reviving the Fairness Doctrine could destroy independent media voices. Mike then pivots to the political fallout in New York, where newly elected socialist mayor Zohran Mamdani is already raising taxes and raiding reserve funds, leaving residents bracing for the consequences. From network drama to city hall shockwaves, Mike connects the dots between media battles and the real-world policies reshaping American life.

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Mike takes on the growing fight over voter ID, exposing what he calls the absurd contradiction at the heart of the debate—Americans need identification for nearly every aspect of daily life, yet Democrats claim requiring ID to vote is somehow unreasonable. He breaks down the battle over the SAVE Act, Republican frustration with the filibuster, and why election integrity has become a defining political flashpoint. Mike also calls out media bias, cultural flashpoints from Munich, and what he sees as a coordinated effort to weaken trust in law enforcement while protecting political allies. At its core, Mike argues the fight over voter ID isn’t about access—it’s about protecting the integrity of American elections.

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