Darren discussed these topics:

The Colorado Supreme Court voted 4-3 to remove Donald Trump from the primary ballot for violating the 14th Amendment, Section 3 regarding insurrections. Trump vows to take it to the Supreme Court.

A 10 inch thick binder of raw intelligence and other documents involving Russia's attempts at helping Donald Trump win the 2016 election has been missing since Jan. 19, 2021. Who has it? Trump? Mark Meadows? Who?

Trump doubled down on comments he made about migrants "poisoning the blood" of Americans. Other Republicans have defended Trump's use of that phrase, while critics have compared the language to Adolf Hitler.

And the Ottawa County Community Mental Health Board of Directors approved a six month funding extension after an Ottawa Impact aligned commissioner left the meeting.

Darren discussed these topics:

The latest on the Israel-Hamas war.

Hunter Biden defied a Congressional subpoena because he wanted to testify publicly while the House Republicans wanted him to testify behind closed doors.

The U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments that could affect the use of mifepristone in abortions.

SCOTUS will also hear a case involving the use of the charge of "obstructing of an official proceeding" in the trials of January 6, 2021 defendants.

Michigan prosecutors are starting preliminary hearings in the false electors scam perpetrated by the Republicans.

The Ottawa County, Michigan Board of Commissioners have a new commissioner and she's everything that Ottawa Impact desires.

Michigan Republican Party Chair Kristina Karamo may be removed from position by other Republicans accusing her of malfeasance.

And the New York State Supreme Court ordered the state to draw new district maps. This could allow Democrats to retake control of the U.S. House.

Hammer Time: Actor Robert DeNiro had scathing words for the Gotham Film and Media Institute and Apple after anti-Donald Trump comments were removed from a speech he gave. (He read the removed comments anyway.)

Darren and Jack spend the first 45 minutes of the show exposing the national scam that's called "Medicare Advantage."

What are the false promises behind this private insurance?

How does MA take away from original Medicare?

How are private insurance companies profiting from MA?

Also, former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) announced that he will resign by the end of the year.

Trump said that he'll be a dictator on day one. Voters need to take that seriously.

Bridget Ziegler, founder of Moms For Liberty and one of the co-authors of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis' "Don't Say Gay" law, admitted to police that she had a three way sexual encounter with her husband and another woman. Police are investigating a rape allegation by the other woman against her husband Christian Ziegler.

And we take a look back at the life and career of Norman Lear.

Darren discussed these topics:

The latest updates on the Israel-Hamas war.

Israel compares Hamas to ISIS. But it's a false equivalency.

Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter was remembered during services in Atlanta.

Nikki Haley has support from a Koch funded astroturf group.

Ottawa County, Michigan's Board of Commissioners and Health Officer Adeline Hambley are going to mediation.

And Michigan looks at legislation to regulate the use of Artificial Intelligence in political advertising.

Darren discussed these topics:

The latest from the Israel-Hamas war.

The Pope is begging for peace while ignoring the fact that many wars have been caused by religion.

A former executive with the Trump Organization gave testimony about why he left the company.

Donald Trump is now praising the new far right president of Argentina, who's been dubbed "The Madman."

Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers vetoed a $2 Billion tax cut.

And the latest drama from Ottawa County, Michigan.

Darren discussed these topics:

The latest updates on the Israeli-Hamas war.

The agreement between the United Auto Workers and General Motors may not be a done deal as workers across many plants have rejected the proposed contract.

Businesses are pushing back against new federal rules that would make it easier for workers to join unions. So is Sen. Joe Manchin (D-WV).

The House passed a continuing resolution as they attempt to fund the budget.

The Ottawa County, Michigan Board of Commissioners is now trying to pull out of a $4 Million settlement they agreed to with Health Officer Adeline Hambley.

And organizers said they have enough valid signatures to put the recall of Ottawa County commissioner Lucy Ebel on the May 2024 ballot.

Hammer Time: Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) is gaveled down as he challenged UAW President Sean O'Brien to a fist fight during a hearing about how unions are helping working families chaired by Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT). Bernie had stern words for both men.

Darren discussed these topics:

Election Day 2023 was good for Democrats as Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear is re-elected in a landslide, abortion rights are enshrined in the Ohio State Constitution, and Democrats gain control of Virginia's legislature.

Can the latest wins translate to continued wins in 2024?

The latest on the Israeli-Palestinian War.

Donald Trump was combative during his testimony in his New York trial.

The Patmos Library in Jamestown Township, Michigan finally passed an operating millage after conservatives objected to LGBTQ+ content on the library's shelves.

And in a shocking update to the hearing to fire Ottawa County Health Director Adeline Hambley, the Holland Sentinel reported that the county has approved paying her $4 Million in exchange for her resignation and the dropping of all lawsuits and disciplinary actions.

Hammer Time: Over 20 Democratic Representatives in the U.S. House voted to censure Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-MI) over her comments about the Israeli-Palestinian war.

Darren discussed these topics:

The latest on the war between Israel and Hamas.

The United Auto Workers have reached tentative settlements with the Big 3 automobile manufacturers.

Teachers in Portland, Oregon have gone on strike for better wages and smaller classes.

The Michigan Legislature has two sets of bills to require the Governor and legislators to disclose financial information. Unfortunately, Governor Gretchen Whitmer (D) is supporting the weaker package of bills.

Chevron has agreed to purchase Hess for $53 Billion. Why are taxpayers still footing the bill for corporate welfare to the oil conglomerates?

Donald Trump was fined an additional $10,000 for violating a gag order.

Donald Trump, Jr. and Eric Trump testified this week with Donald Sr. and Ivanka testifying next week.

And the Ottawa County, Michigan Board of Commissioners has decided to delay the vote on whether to fire Health Officer Adeline Hambley.

Hammer Time: Michigan State Rep. Rachelle Smit (R-43) gave a tribute to two men who were acquitted in a plot to kidnap and murder Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer.

Darren is joined by Jack Prince for most of the show to discuss these topics:

The latest from the Israel/Hamas war.

Israel's ambassador to the United Nations is calling for UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterrez for comments he made earlier in the week that the current conflict "didn't happen in a vacuum."

France is sending a Navy ship to help hospitals in the Gaza Strip.

The Ottawa County, Michigan Board of Commissioners held a hearing this week on whether to terminate Health Officer Adeline Hambley on several charges.

A finalist for Ottawa County's executive aide position has sued the county on the basis of age discrimination.

Rep. Mike Johnson (R-LA) is the new House Speaker, but he's definitely no moderate.

Jack mentioned the charges of sign stealing against the Michigan Wolverine football program. He says the charges are bogus.

And the manager of Grand Haven, Michigan's Board of Light and Power has resigned, opting to take early retirement.

Darren discussed these topics:

A hospital in the Gaza Strip was bombed, killing over 500 people. Palestinians blamed the Israelis while Israel is blaming Islamic Jihad.

Rep. Steve Scalise (R-LA) withdrew his name from consideration for House Speaker when it became clear he couldn't get the votes. So Rep. Jim Jordan (R-OH) is up next. The first two votes failed.

Michigan Democrats have submitted bills to strengthen laws protecting election officials from threats.

The city of Grand Haven, Michigan hired an attorney to perform an independent investigation of the Board of Light and Power after accusations from a whistleblower.

Ottawa County Health Officer Adeline Hambley went back to court to keep the county's commission from holding a hearing to fire her until ground rules are set.

Former Michigan gubernatorial candidate Ryan Kelly was sentenced to 60 days in jail for his role in the January 6 riot.

And Alec Baldwin may face charges in the accidental shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.