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Episode 400

A Christmas Message From Mick Foley

  It’s Episode 400. And while the rest of the world is checking out for the holidays, the machinery of war is heating up.

The Brief

→ Four things from today’s episode
01

Why Ken Paxton’s corruption and infidelity. not his wardrobe — are what Texas voters actually can’t stomach

02

Trump calling his own Senate candidate “a pain in the ass” o. Trump calling his own Senate candidate “a pain in the ass” on a rally stage, and why he owns this race completely

03

The 1.7 million Texas veterans and 16% independent voters wh. The 1.7 million Texas veterans and 16% independent voters who could decide whether Texas tilts

04

Stuart Stevens on the “cyclospora lettuce” theory of Trump’s politics. when you’re the problem, don’t double the dose



It’s Episode 400. A milestone. And while the rest of the world is checking out for the holidays, the machinery of war is heating up.

Host Paul Rieckhoff breaks down a chaotic weekend where the “Peace President” launched strikes in Syria, threatened Venezuela with a new “Golden Fleet,” and suspended offshore wind farms—all while Congress has left town. This isn’t a silent night; it’s a loud, potentially violent shift in American foreign policy occurring in the shadow of the holidays.

Then, a special message from a true Independent American. WWE Legend Mick Foley joins the show after walking away from the company he loves with a special holiday message of integrity, peace and kindness. 

Plus: Updates from the frontlines in Ukraine (Day 1,393), Elise Stefanik bows out of the NY Governor race, Jake Paul gets a reality check (and a broken jaw), and a preview of tomorrow’s annual Festivus special with Jason Alexander.

Because every episode of Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff breaks down the most important news stories–and offers light to contrast the heat of other politics and news shows. It’s independent content for independent Americans. In these trying times especially, Independent Americans is your trusted place for independent news, politics, inspiration and hope. The podcast that helps you stay ahead of the curve–and stay vigilant.