8/21/25: Texas does it, Trump cracks, disaster economic headlines
-- On the Show: -- California Governor Gavin Newsom joins David to discuss his redistricting strategy aimed at countering Republican gerrymandering in Texas -- Texas Republicans pass a Trump-backed gerrymander while Gavin Newsom launches a direct counterstrike with California redistricting -- Donald Trump faces backlash as tariffs drive up costs with rising prices hitting John Deere PepsiCo Sony and electricity bills -- Trump demands rate cuts that would inflate the value of over one hundred million dollars in bonds he recently purchased -- Kellyanne Conway lashes out as Gavin Newsom trolls Trump online and undermines her defense of Trump’s approach to history and media -- Right-wingers from Sean Hannity to Ted Cruz spiral over Gavin Newsom’s trolling -- Trump explodes on Truth Social with a late-night rant praising Texas gerrymanders, attacking Gavin Newsom, and threatening Colorado -- JD Vance embarrasses himself by claiming homeless people make Union Station dangerous while protesters boo him, Stephen Miller, and Pete Hegseth -- On the Bonus Show: Republican congressman says dead people told him they voted fraudulently, Trump says U.S. won't approve new solar and wind projects, African Union wants a map that better represents Africa's size, and much more... ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman 🔊 Babbel language learning: Get up to 60% OFF at https://babbel.com/pakman 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: http://incogni.com/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com/ -- Get David's Books: https://davidpakman.com/echo -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow
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8/20/25: Narcissistic meltdown as trade deals might evaporate
-- On the Show: -- Donald Trump claims trade deals with countries like Japan and the United Kingdom exist but officials admit they are only unsigned frameworks -- Trump admits on Fox News he fears not getting into heaven sparking speculation about his health and state of mind -- Karoline Leavitt lashes out at reporters when asked about Trump refusing calls from Vladimir Putin and gives evasive answers -- Trump falsely claims polling workers asked him for his license plate when voting -- CNN analyst Harry Enten reports Donald Trump’s "Big Beautiful Bill" is the most unpopular major legislation in decades with voters -- Trump rages that museums like the Smithsonian are too focused on slavery and threatens legal action to rewrite exhibits -- Trump calls himself a war hero despite draft dodging while veterans still struggle for care due to his administration’s cuts -- Trump once tweeted about wanting Vladimir Putin as his best friend showing his admiration for authoritarian leaders -- Elise Stefanik is booed off stage twice at an event in her district highlighting voter frustration with her MAGA loyalty -- On the Bonus Show: MSNBC changing its name, Elon Musk pauses making new political party, Mormon women can wear new sacred undergarments, and much more... 🔬 Freedom From Religion Foundation: Text DAVID to 511511 or visit https://ffrf.us/school 🥐 Wildgrain: Use code PAKMAN for $30 off & free baked goods at https://wildgrain.com/pakman ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman 🩳 SHEATH Underwear: Code PAKMAN for 20% OFF at https://sheathunderwear.com/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com/ -- Get David's Books: https://davidpakman.com/echo -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow
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8/19/25: Zelenskyy-Trump meeting chaos as veggie prices surge 40 percent
-- On the Show: -- Donald Trump reverses his ceasefire stance after meeting Vladimir Putin and pressures Volodymyr Zelenskyy to accept land concessions without a ceasefire -- Trump fails to see Finnish President Alexander Stubb sitting directly in front of him and asks where he is during a public event -- Trump blames Barack Obama for losing Crimea and defends Vladimir Putin while dismissing Ukraine’s NATO aspirations -- Trump praises Vladimir Putin during a red carpet meeting and blames Ukraine for getting invaded while downplaying Russia’s aggression -- Wholesale vegetable prices surge nearly 40 percent in July raising fears of sharp increases in grocery costs for consumers -- Washington DC restaurant reservations plunge more than 25 percent after Donald Trump federalizes the police and militarizes the city -- Gavin Newsom rises in Democratic primary polls for 2028 after his redistricting efforts -- Fox News personalities criticize Gavin Newsom for mocking Trump online exposing hypocrisy about Trump’s own years of ridicule -- On the Bonus Show: Texas Democrats monitored by law enforcement after returning to state, Trump vows to end mail-in voting, Ohio's Sherrod Brown launches bid for US Senate, and much more... ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman 🧠 Try Brain.fm totally free for a month at https://brain.fm/pakman 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: http://incogni.com/pakman 🥦 Lumen lets you master your metabolism. GET 15% OFF at https://lumen.me/pakman 🍷 Naked Wines: Use code PAKMAN to get 6 bottles for $39.99 at https://nakedwines.com/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com/ -- Get David's Books: https://davidpakman.com/echo -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow
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8/18/25: Putin crushed Trump, and it devastated Karoline Leavitt
-- On the Show: -- Vladimir Putin exploits the Alaska summit to humiliate Donald Trump and walk away with legitimacy while Trump gets nothing -- Donald Trump runs to Sean Hannity to repeat Vladimir Putin’s flattery and election lies after being embarrassed at the summit -- Marco Rubio struggles on live television to name any concessions won from Vladimir Putin after Donald Trump’s failed summit -- Donald Trump rants on Truth Social with an authoritarian plan to seize control of elections and eliminate mail in voting -- Nationwide protests erupt against Donald Trump’s authoritarian power grabs and grow larger despite his crackdowns -- Gavin Newsom releases a sharp ad against Trump that frames the fight over redistricting as a national battle for democracy -- Karoline Leavitt fails to hide Trump’s obvious physical decline and cognitive struggles as evidence mounts in public view -- Karoline Leavitt looks shaken and ashen after Trump’s disastrous meeting with Vladimir Putin that produced no concessions -- A reporter confronts Marco Rubio with his own past warnings about Vladimir Putin to expose hypocrisy in defending Trump -- On the Bonus Show: Trump to meet with Zelensky today, "non-routine" white-collar workers getting replaced by AI, Republican governors send National Guard troops to DC, and much more... 🍽️ CookUnity: Get Free Premium Meals for Life at https://cookunity.com/pakmanfree 💻 Get Private Internet Access for 83% OFF + 4 months free at https://www.piavpn.com/David 🤖 Sponsored by Venice: Use code PAKMAN for 20% off a Pro Account at https://venice.ai/pakman 🔊 Babbel language learning: Get up to 60% OFF at https://babbel.com/pakman ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com/ -- Get David's Books: https://davidpakman.com/echo -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow
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BONUS FREEBIE: SCOTUS asked to overturn same sex marriage, Ken Paxton wants Beto O'Rourke in jail
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