The Lars Larson Show Interviews

Wildfires have destroyed hundreds of structures, forced tens of thousands to evacuate, and left many asking whether the devastation could have been reduced. Todd Myers, Vice President for Research at the Washington Policy Center, joins the show to discuss how decades of forest management decisions, fuel buildup, and wildfire policy may have contributed to the scale of Washington's latest wildfire disaster—and what should change before the next fire season

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Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment more than 100 times during a Senate hearing despite receiving a broad presidential pardon. Does the pardon end the matter, or are there still unanswered questions about the government's COVID-19 response? Steve Moore, former Trump economic advisor and co-founder of Unleash Prosperity, joins the show to discuss Fauci's testimony, the pandemic policies that continue to face scrutiny, and whether accountability is still possible.

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Sarah Mittelman spent years as a Democratic Party leader before deciding to leave the party and run for the Washington Legislature as a Republican. What changed? Sarah Mittelman, a psychiatric nurse practitioner and candidate for Washington State Representative in the 49th Legislative District, joins the show to discuss why she walked away from the Democratic Party, what she witnessed firsthand, and why she believes Washington voters are looking for a different direction.

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President Trump says a new agreement could lead to the complete disarmament of Hamas, but Israeli officials remain skeptical and questions remain about whether the deal can actually be enforced. Samuel Ben-Ur, Research Analyst focusing on the Middle East at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, joins the show to discuss the proposed agreement, Iran's reported efforts to undermine it, and what it could mean for the future of the war in Gaza.

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After multiple court setbacks, the Trump administration is relying on a little-known provision of the 1930 Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act to impose new tariffs on Canadian imports. Does the president have the legal authority to do it, and what could it mean for consumers and businesses? Ryan Young, Senior Economist and Director of Publications at the Competitive Enterprise Institute, joins the show to discuss the legal questions surrounding Section 338, the future of executive tariff powers, and who ultimately pays the price.

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 Two Southern Oregon outpatient clinics are set to close, and critics say state policies are driving health care providers to cut services. Are political decisions making it harder for Oregonians to get the care they need? Representative Dwayne Yunker joins the show to discuss the closure of Asante's physical therapy clinics, the impact of Oregon's staffing mandates, and why he believes patients are paying the price. 

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Seattle's police chief was removed just days after a deadly shooting at a downtown food festival, but the mayor won't fully explain why. Is this about public safety, politics, or something else? Jonathan Choe, journalist with Discovery Institute and Turning Point USA Frontlines, joins the show to discuss the controversy surrounding Chief Shon Barnes' firing, the unanswered questions from city leaders, and what it means for public trust in Seattle.

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The Interstate Bridge replacement project carries a $15 billion price tag, but critics say costs have ballooned far beyond the original mission. Should federal taxpayers keep footing the bill, or is it time to hit pause? Washington State Representative John Ley joins the show to discuss his request for the Trump administration to deny federal approval for the project, why he believes it's become fiscally irresponsible, and what should happen next. 

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As Washington voters receive their primary ballots, a dispute is brewing over whether election officials are giving voters complete and accurate information about certified write-in candidates. Dusty Wisniew, Republican candidate for Washington State Representative in the 39th District, joins the show to discuss why he believes election materials should be corrected while voting is underway and what the Secretary of State's decision could mean for future elections across Washington. 

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 National crime statistics can paint a misleading picture. New research suggests that most murders occur in a relatively small number of counties, while the majority of counties experience little to no violent crime. Dr. John Lott, President of the Crime Prevention Research Center and author of More Guns, Less Crime, joins the show to discuss what the data reveals about where violent crime is happening and what it could mean for public safety policy. 

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