Mark Larson Podcast

Mark breaks the news with Rep. Duncan D. Hunter's wife Margaret changing her plea in court this morning re: federal indictments against both of them in misusing campaign funds totaling more than $250,000. Also, James Hirsen (NewsMax.com) shines a light on the Hunter controversy as well as the attack on oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman that, while it's not a U.S. ship, DOES have U.S. affiliations and reportedly was conducted by Iran.

Mark checks in with Brett Winterble on what he has coming up on today's show and how AOC is losing her mind even more thinking that if people were paid more, they wouldn't commit crimes. Also, California State Senator Brian Jones updates us with the insanity inside the Capitol up in Sacramento and what the process is like when a bill is written, how legal language is updated, and how it goes about being debated in the chambers.

Mark discusses how President Trump is continuously obsessing over polls regarding his popularity and leading into his presidential reelection campaign for 2020, among other stories. Also, Tim Graham (Executive Editor, NewsBusters.org) discusses the media's freaking out over anything President Trump says or doesn't say and it doesn't matter what the subject matter is.

It's President Trump vs. former VP Joe Biden in a battle of who can jab the other better, and, to be honest, Mark thinks they both losing, even though President Trump could be coming out ahead by a nose.

Mark brings in Tom Del Becarro (PoliticalVanguard.com)to discuss more about the SANDAG nonsense being carried out in San Diego, as well as anything else that continues to NOT surprise us out of Sacramento. Star Parker - founder of UrbanCURE - shines a light on her getting a ticket for talking on her cell phone while driving in California and she's forced to appear in court. Should she make an appearance like immigrants are supposed to do so?

Mark speaks with immigration attorney Esther Valdes on the aftermath and fallout from Mexico not getting tariffs placed on their goods being exported and imported into the U.S. Also, Myron Magnet has written a new book, "Clarence Thomas and the Lost Constitution," and why this is such a crucial time based on the political divide not only among citizens but also within the justice system itself.

Mark goes in-depth about President Trump's threat of tariffs on Mexico if they didn't fix their illegal immigration crisis at the border. Also, Democratic strategist and author Doug Schoen checks back in with Mark on the latest involving the 20+ candidates for President in 2020 and why they might not stand a chance to beat Trump.

Continuing our celebration of D-Day and its 75th anniversary with those who were there when the American forces fought on the beaches, in the oceans, and in the trenches, during World War II. We also hear segments from President Trump's resounding and remarkable speech given to our allies on the beach in Normandy, France, as well as hear more from why Bill Nye the Science Guy is using D-Day to compare to the fight against climate change.

Mark celebrates the 75th anniversary of D-Day for the United States in World War II, as we take a trip back in time to President Reagan's glorious speech in Normandy, and hear some clips from members of the mainstream media there today. Also, Rachel Bovard (Senior Director of Policy, Conservative Partnership Institute) chimes in on the latest involved with Congress on Capitol Hill and how many representatives are in attendance. Plus, James Hirsen (NewsMax.com) opines on the mainstream media playing the greatest of hypocrites when they loved Obama's speeches in celebrating D-Day compared to President Trump JUST because the Left doesn't like Trump.

Mark chats with political strategist, and campaign worker for both sides of the political spectrum, Dick Morris, as they discuss more about the tariffs getting ready to be forced upon Mexico and why it's the perfect opportunity. Also, San Diego County Board of Supervisors (District 3) member Kristin Gaspar provides an update on a meeting her board had regarding the "congestion tax" and how the proposal will take more of taxpayer money to put toward the high-speed rail and mass public transit.

Mark welcomes back Stephen Moore, his favorite economist, for a discussion on the latest involving tariffs to be placed on Mexico until they clean up their illegal immigration crisis at the border. Also, Tim Graham has more on the latest media overreaction and bias conjured up in states of fear and uncertainty.

Mark checks in with Lord John Taylor at the House of Lords in London. President Trump is in the middle of a trip to England and both Mark and Lord Taylor discuss the image of the POTUS and how locals are receiving Trump, as well as the feud that seems to never stop between the POTUS and London's mayor Sadiq Khan.

Mark interviews the founder of the Media Research Center, Brent Bozell, about his new book "Unmasked: Big Media's War Against Trump," and how he differentiates between "fake news" and "biased news" in the mainstream media. Also, Tom Del Becarro (PoliticalVanguard.com) chimes in on the latest involved with bureaucrats in Sacramento and especially how they're trying to mess with our electricity rates with the summer season approaching.

While it's important to remember D-Day later this week, it's vital that our younger generations remember the historical significance of 30 years ago today what happened in Tiananmen Square. Best-selling author David Aikman joins Mark from Ireland to discuss this event and the ramifications of Mao's destruction leading up to this protest.

Mark goes into a diatribe on the "cooties" being spread in San Diego among migrants that are being flown into the city from Texas as part of the illegal AND legal immigration discussion. Also, Michael Reagan (Reagan Legacy Foundation, and WalkwayToVictory.com) promotes his incredible project where he and a group of people are celebrating the 75th anniversary of D-Day this week (June 6) and why the importance of this day should never be forgotten.

Mark checks in on the mainstream media with their craziness and terrible overreactions to anything and everything inside the beltway... while also chatting with Kate Obenshain (Young America's Foundation) on the Mueller Report, as well as the "doctors" on "The View" praising Nancy Pelosi for her comments on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" last night. Also, Mark pays tribute to a San Diego institution that closed its doors last night.

What does a former US Attorney General have to say about Robert Mueller's statement to the public earlier this week, and the possible ramifications from it, if at all? Mark checks in with Ed Meese on that very subject and much more. Also, economist Stephen Moore looks at the multifaceted story where President Trump is looking to increase tariffs on Mexican goods imported from south of the border, and the impact it could have on the American economy.

First, the Mueller report/statement this week and now people are mad at President Trump because of the Navy trying to hide the USS John McCain while the POTUS visited Tokyo over the weekend? Former Deputy Campaign Manager for Trump, David Bossie, chimes in on that and much more with Mark as well his analysis on the Mueller statement closing the Russian interference investigation.

Mark shares coffee every so often with News 8 morning anchor Stella Escobedo and she has an incredible story to share as an immigrant who went through the process legally and didn't demand everything be handed to her. Also, James Hirsen (NewsMax.com) talks about the media's overreaction to Robert Mueller's statement -- which was pointless to make in the first place -- and how calling for impeachment is like kicking a dead horse at this point.

Tim Graham (NewsBusters.org & the Media Research Center) has the latest in terms of the media freaking out over tweets and reactions from President Trump on anything and everything you could possibly imagine.