The Lars Larson Show Interviews

An activist group's film criticizing Yakima Valley farmers reportedly displayed a Washington State Department of Health logo, raising questions about whether taxpayers were misled into believing the state endorsed its claims.

Dillon Honcoop, Communications Director for Save Family Farming, joins the show to discuss the controversy, the allegations surrounding the use of the state logo, and what it could mean for transparency and accountability in taxpayer-funded advocacy.

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Oregon ranks near the bottom nationally for public schools despite spending billions on education. With low academic performance and poor safety rankings, many parents are asking where all that money is going.

Ernie Williams, CEO of Go To Green, joins the show to discuss Oregon's school rankings, what the data says about student safety and achievement, and what changes could help improve education in the state.

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A new provision in the annual defense bill would expand military technology cooperation between the United States and Israel. Supporters say it strengthens a key ally, while critics argue it could blur the lines of American sovereignty.

Justin Leopold-Cohen, Senior Research Analyst with the Foundation for Defense of Democracies' Center on Military and Political Power, joins the show to discuss what the proposal would do, why it's drawing bipartisan attention, and what it could mean for U.S. defense policy.

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California awarded a multimillion-dollar no-bid contract to a nonprofit with ties to Governor Gavin Newsom's inner circle. Was it the best choice for taxpayers, or another example of political favoritism?

Kendra Arnold, Executive Director of the Foundation for Accountability and Civic Trust (FACT), joins the show to discuss the ethics concerns surrounding California's $6.2 million diaper contract, the calls for an investigation, and what it could reveal about government spending and accountability. 

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Taxpayers expect public projects to be completed honestly, especially when it comes to protecting the environment. But what happens when a contractor allegedly admits to falsifying recycling reports while continuing to receive government-funded work?

Terrell Garrett, CEO of GreenWay Recycling, joins the show to discuss allegations that a Portland recycling contractor misreported recycling rates on taxpayer-funded projects, why the company continues to receive public contracts, and what accountability should look like.

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A Texas doctor who surrendered her medical license after being sued over providing gender-transition treatments to minors is now practicing and teaching pediatrics in Oregon. Should a doctor facing those allegations be allowed to continue treating children in another state? Andy Ngo is a journalist, publisher of Ngo Comment, and author of The Zizians: Inside a Trans Death Cult. He joins the show to discuss Dr. May Lau's move to Oregon, OHSU's hiring decision, and the broader debate over medical accountability. 

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 Thousands of non-citizens were mistakenly added to New Jersey's voter rolls, and hundreds illegally cast ballots before the error was discovered. Was it just a software glitch, or does it expose bigger weaknesses in election security? Ally Triolo is the Republican National Committee's Election Integrity Communications Director. She joins the show to discuss what went wrong, how election officials are responding, and what it means for voter confidence. 

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The federal government controls millions of acres across the West, including land rich in coal, uranium, and other natural resources. Should Washington continue making those decisions, or is it time for states to have more control? Ethan Blevins is a Legal Fellow at the Pacific Legal Foundation. He joins the show to discuss President Trump's plan to reduce Utah's national monuments, the Antiquities Act, and the debate over federal land ownership. 

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A federal appeals court has cleared the way for DHS to use expedited removal more broadly, raising questions about whether Congress should go even further. Could expanding the law help address the immigration court backlog and speed up deportations of illegal immigrants? George Fishman is a Senior Legal Fellow at the Center for Immigration Studies. He joins the show to discuss the court's ruling, expedited removal, and what Congress could do next. 

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A Southern Oregon sheriff is facing questions after donations reportedly intended for the sheriff's office ended up titled in his own name or stored on his personal property. Where should the line be drawn between public service and personal benefit? Oregon State Representative Court Boice joins the show to discuss the allegations, the ongoing investigation, and why accountability matters for public officials. 

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