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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

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Lindsey Graham's death, his sister Darlene's appointment to. Lindsey Graham's death, his sister Darlene's appointment to his seat, and the national-security cost of a family placeholder

02

Why Graham's Russia sanctions bill for Ukraine should be nam. Why Graham's Russia sanctions bill for Ukraine should be named for him and passed ASAP

03

Mitch McConnell's silence, his "proof of life" photo, and wh. Mitch McConnell's silence, his "proof of life" photo, and what compromised 85-year-old senators mean for our enemies

04

The collapsed Iran ceasefire. 140 US strikes, retaliation across Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Jordan, and Oman



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.