The Matt McNeil Show

Man arrested in UHC CEO killing; the strange bedfellows of this shooting; Syria’s president overthrown; Trump has nominated 11 billionaires for his incoming government; GOP efforts to invalidate Roseville DFLer win; milk supply to be tested for bird flu; Supreme Court denies lawsuit from Wisconsin parents.

Updates on UHC CEO shooting; how we allow people to treat other people; the state of American healthcare; Michigan MAGA lawmaker; Nick Fuentes arrested; impaired driver crashes at Arby’s; Timothee Chalamet’s time in Minnesota; workers with disabilities proposals; sports betting; Michael Brodkorb previews the Vikings.

On today’s show:

– A doughnut incident at the grocery store.

– An update on the shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.

– We’re joined by Libby Fishbein, host of the podcast Libby’s Audio Journal.

– Mitch McConnell throws a tantrum over what he says is partisan politics in the judicial branch…yes that Mitch McConnell said this!

– Problems when schools lose focus on helping all students academically.

– The Minneapolis City Council and Mayor Jacob Frey still struggle with what do with George Floyd square.

– How MN Republicans want to enact budget cuts since Minnesota might have future budget deficits.

– Trump supporting farmers don’t see how they’ll be hurt by Trump next year.

Matt is joined by Libby Fishbein, host of the podcast Libby’s Audio Journal. Each podcast episode combines Libby’s personal stories with insightful tips and practical advice to help you find joy in the most unexpected places.

UnitedHealthGroup CEO murdered in New York; right wing perceptions of religion; Jeff Stein makes his weekly visit; Chi-Chi’s plans return to restaurant business; Supreme Court appears poised to OK restrictions on trans youth; outdoor recreation is big money for Minnesota; Cargill layoffs.

Jeff Stein of KXEL/Waterloo joins Matt every Wednesday at 3:30 to discuss national politics.

Secret Service agents assigned to Sec. Yellen open fire on burglars; Supreme Court justices fought to neuter their code of conduct; Dinesh D’Souza admits 2000 Mules is falsified; Republican budget and financial plans; Minnesota Reformer’s Michelle Griffith visits with Brett again this week; Winston Smith’s phone unlocked; Cargill cutting workforce.

Michelle Griffith covers Minnesota politics and policy for the Reformer, with a focus on marginalized communities. Most recently she was a reporter with The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead in North Dakota where she covered state and local government and Indigenous issues.