The Steve Gruber Show

Scot Bertram | Joe Biden's Staff Shuts Off His Cell Phone

Scot Bertram discusses news and headlines 

Scot Bertram | Democrats Have A Violence Problem

Here are 3 big things you need to know— 

 

One — The State Department says someone used an AI-generated voice of Secretary of State Marco Rubio to contact U.S. and foreign officials.  The person contacted three foreign ministers and two U.S. officials in mid-June via the Signal messaging app and left voicemails for at least two of them. 

 

Two ---  Michigan Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt is calling for the federal government to investigate a growing scandal involving the Michigan Economic Development Corporation.  The MEDC gave a 20-million-dollar grant to Fay Beydoun, an associate of Governor Whitmer, and she is accused of misusing the money.  Nesbitt says official email records show she communicated directly with Whitmer's office to obtain the grant, and top MEDC officials not only knew about the arrangement, but also attempted to hide and withhold evidence from investigators. 

 
And number three ---   The largest earthquake swarm in 16 years has rumbled under Mt. Rainier in Washington State.  Hundreds of small earthquakes were felt across a wide area of the mountain.  The U.S. Geological Survey says the earthquakes alone aren't cause for concern.  There's no other unusual activity on the mountain. 

Scot Bertram | The Race For The Open Senate Seat In Michigan

Sot Bertram discusses news and headlines 

Scot Bertram | Even More Overstep By District Judges...

Here are 3 big things you need to know—

 

One — More than 100 people are now confirmed dead from catastrophic flooding in central Texas.  In Kerr County alone, officials are reporting 56 adults and 28 children are dead, with ten children and one adult still missing from a girls' camp.  President Trump has signed a major disaster declaration for Kerr County and will likely visit the state on Friday.

 

Two --- .  The White House is calling on Democrats to tone down their rhetoric against ICE and border patrol agents.  Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt challenged Democrats to meet with border agents.  Leavitt called the agents honorable men and women who are simply enforcing U.S. law.  The comments came the same day a man opened fire at a Border Patrol facility in South Texas.

 
And number three --- Emergency room visits for tick bites are nearing record levels this summer across U.S.  The CDC says July has already seen the highest number of tick-related ER visits in eight years.  People under ten and over 70-years-old have the highest rates of ER visits.

Scot Bertram | Democrats Across The Country Demonizing ICE Agents

Scot Bertram discusses news and headlines 

Moira Gleason | Big, Beautiful Changes to Planned Parenthood

Scot Bertram is joined by Moira Gleason, Editorial Intern at National Review and Managing Editor of The Hillsdale Collegian, for a discussion on the "One Big Beautiful Bill." The conversation explores the bill's potential impact on Planned Parenthood, the broader implications for the pro-life movement, and how the media is covering the ongoing cultural and legislative battles surrounding abortion in America.

Dr. Josh McConkey | What Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill” Means For Healthcare

Scot Bertram is joined by Dr. Josh McConkey, Air Force Colonel, author of Be The Weight Behind The Spear, and candidate for Lieutenant Governor of North Carolina, for a conversation on President Trump's Big Beautiful Bill and its potential impact on healthcare policy. Drawing on his experience in both military medicine and public service, Dr. McConkey offers insight into what this legislation could mean for patients, providers, and the broader future of healthcare in America.

Scot Bertram | Democrats Not Very Proud About Being American

Here are 3 big things you need to know—

 

One — A federal judge has temporarily barred the federal government from carrying out a provision of a law duly passed by Congress and approved by the President. The judge has moved to prevent the Trump administration from revoking funding for Planned Parenthood just days after President Trump signed it into law. The U.S. Supreme Court should get involved quickly, since the ruling is the equivalent of dissolving Congress and ignoring 50 years of Supreme Court precedent.

Two --- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is nominating President Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize.  He announced the nomination at a dinner at the White House, saying Trump is pursuing peace and security in many lands, especially in the Middle East. 

 
And number three --- Amazon Prime Day starts today.  The annual event brings in billions of dollars in global sales and retailers see an immediate boost in e-commerce activity.  Consumer experts warn of "price anchoring"  --  where some sellers jack up prices before Prime Day, then offer what appears to be a discount that is actually the product's normal price or even higher.

Brent Sadler | How The U.S. Can Restore The Navy

Scot Bertram is joined by Brent Sadler, Senior Research Fellow for Naval Warfare and Advanced Technology at The Heritage Foundation’s Allison Center for National Security, to discuss a critical step the United States must take to restore and strengthen its Navy. With growing global threats and an aging fleet, Sadler outlines the strategic, technological, and policy shifts needed to ensure America’s naval dominance in the years ahead.

Elizabeth Troutman Mitchell | National Weather Service Responds to Claims of Understaffing

Scot Bertram is joined by Elizabeth Troutman Mitchell, reporter for The Daily Signal and co-host of The Daily Signal Podcast, to discuss the National Weather Service’s response to recent claims of understaffing during the devastating floods in Texas. Mitchell breaks down the facts behind the controversy, the agency’s defense, and what it reveals about the state of America’s emergency response systems.

Matt Lamb | The Potential Racial Discrimination At Grand Valley State University

Scot Bertram is joined by Matt Lamb, Associate Editor at The College Fix, to discuss a controversial statement from a dean at Grand Valley State University, who claimed the school “accepts virtually all students of color.” Civil rights experts are now calling for further investigation into whether the university’s admissions practices could constitute racial discrimination. Lamb provides context, reactions, and what this could mean for the future of race-conscious policies in higher education.

Scot Bertram | District Judge Says Funds Must Continue Flowing To Planned Parenthood

Here are 3 big things you need to know—

 

One — The U.S. will be shipping more weapons to Ukraine.  President Trump made the remarks at a White House dinner with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.  This comes after the administration had paused some weapons shipments to Ukraine over concerns the U.S. military stockpile was being depleted. 

 

Two ---  A federal judge has prevented the Trump administration from enforcing part of the Big Beautiful Bill that would block funding for Planned Parenthood health centers. The temporary restraining order was issued by a Judge in Massachusetts. At issue is the provision in the new tax and spending bill signed into law by President Donald Trump on July 4 that eliminates one year of Medicaid payments from Planned Parenthood health centers because the organization also provides abortions. The real issue, of course, is a district judge trying to strip Congress of the power of the purse.

 
And number three --- Travelers at several major U.S. airports no longer need to remove their shoes at security checkpoints, as the TSA begins testing a relaxed screening policy.  An internal memo reveals the soft launch is now underway at airports including L-A-X, LaGuardia, B-W-I, Philadelphia, and Fort Lauderdale International.

Steve Goreham | How The “Big Beautiful Bill” Will Impact Renewable Energy Growth In The U.S.

Scot Bertram is joined by Steve Goreham, Executive Director of the Climate Science Coalition of America and author of Green Breakdown: The Coming Renewable Energy Failure, to discuss the recent U.S. heatwave and claims that it was driven by human activity. Goreham also breaks down how Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” could affect renewable energy policy and highlights key indicators pointing to what he sees as an impending failure of the green energy agenda.

Kaitlyn Buss | Michigan Needs Rick Snyder 2.0

Scot Bertram is joined by Kaitlyn Buss, columnist for The Detroit News, to discuss her recent piece arguing that Michigan needs a "Rick Snyder 2.0." Buss outlines why the state could benefit from a pragmatic, business-minded leader once again, and how Snyder’s data-driven approach to governance might serve as a model for Michigan’s future

Scot Bertram | The Rise In Attacks On ICE Agents

Scot Bertram discusses news and headlines

Scot Bertram | Texas Flooding & The Big Beautiful Bill Becoming Law

Here are 3 big things you need to know—

 

One — President Trump says he will probably visit Texas Friday to see areas of the state hardest hit by the catastrophic flash flooding. Search and recovery efforts are underway for a fourth day after catastrophic flooding killed at least 70 people in central Texas.  Deaths have been reported in six counties in the state. 

 

Two --- Crews are slowly making progress in battling California's largest wildfire of the year.  The Madre Fire started Wednesday afternoon and has burned nearly 80-thousand acres. It’s about 30 percent contained.  The fire has prompted highway closures in San Luis Obispo County along with evacuation orders and warnings. 

 
And number three — What's left of Tropical Storm Chantal is dumping heavy rain in the Carolinas as it moves north after making landfall.  The National Hurricane Center says Chantal weakened to a tropical depression with top winds of about 35 miles an hour as it moves further inland.  The storm could lead to flash floods.

Scot Bertram | Misinformation About Changes in Medicaid

Scot Bertram discusses news and headlines

Mike Hahn | The "Big Beautiful Bill" Is A Must, In Order To Protect American Sovereignty

Mike Hahn, President of Digital Strategy & Operations at Frontline Strategies.

The "Big Beautiful Bill" is a must, in order to protect American sovereignty

Scot Bertram | More Bad Behavior From Leftist News Anchors

Scot Bertram discusses news and headlines

Scot Bertram | Update On Warehouse Explosion in California

Here are 3 big things you need to know—

 

One — President Trump announced he signed a major disaster declaration for Kerr County.  In a post on Truth Social, Trump said the declaration will allow first responders to have access to resources they need as recovery efforts continue.  Trump called it an unimaginable tragedy that has left at least 70 people dead.

 

Two --- -  A team of Israeli negotiators is in Qatar for talks with Hamas about a Gaza ceasefire.  Israeli officials say  they’re prepared to negotiate a truce proposal with Hamas, though they found changes in the proposal requested by Hamas were unacceptable.  The announcement came after Hamas said it had a positive response to a U.S.-backed proposal that would involve a 60-day truce in Gaza.

 
And number three — The remains of seven bodies have been recovered from the debris of a fireworks warehouse that exploded in Northern California.  The blast happened on Tuesday about 40 miles west of Sacramento, sending clouds of smoke billowing thousands of feet into the air.  Yolo County officials say the warehouse was not permitted to house fireworks. 

Kurt Couchman | Clearing The Air On The Big, Beautiful Law

Kurt Couchman is the Senior Fellow in Fiscal Policy for Americans for Prosperity.

Myths on One Big Beautiful Bill.

Brandon J Weichert | NATO's Strategic Shift and Its Implications for U.S. National Security

Brandon J Weichert, author of four bestselling books, most recently, “A Disaster of our Own Making: How the West Lost Ukraine.” He is the Senior National Security Editor at The National Interest as well as contributor at Popular Mechanics. Weichert is a subject matter expert for The United States Department of The Air Force. He is a Former Congressional Staffer.

NATO's Strategic Shift and Its Implications for U.S. National Security

Logan Washburn | The Tragic & Deadly Texas Flooding

Logan Washburn, staff writer for The Dallas Express.

Deadly Texas Flooding.

Scot Bertram | President Trump Signed The Big, Beautiful Bill On Friday

Here are 3 big things you need to know—

 

One — Search and rescue operations continue after flash flooding killed at least 80 people in central Texas.  The toll includes at least 28 children in Kerr County, where ten girls and one counselor from Camp Mystic are still unaccounted for.  Texas Governor Greg Abbott said Sunday that search and recovery efforts will continue around the clock, adding that flash flooding is still a danger with more rain in the forecast.

 

Two ---  Filling up the gas tank in Michigan is eleven-cents a gallon cheaper this week.  Triple-A Michigan says the average price is now three-dollars-15-cents, down five-cents from last month and 43-cents less than last year.  The most expensive gas is in metro Detroit at three-dollars-20-cents, and Marquette has the lowest price in the state at three-dollars a gallon. 

 
And number three --- President Trump signed the big, beautiful bill Friday, drawing praise from GOP leaders.  House Speaker Mike Johnson tells Fox News the bill boosts the average American's take-home pay by 13-thousand dollars and delivers on the administration's "America First" agenda.

Leslie Corbly | Trump to Begin Enforcing Birthright Citizenship Executive Order

Leslie Corbly, author of Silent Suffering: Poems of Pain and Purpose, is an author, anti-feminist attorney, and columnist.

Trump to Begin Enforcing Birthright Citizenship Executive Order

Mike Harris | Cracking Down on Ticket Bots and Gift Card Fraud

State Rep Mike Harris, R-Waterford (Oakland County) and House Majority Caucus Whip.

Legislation to prevent ticket bots from buying up concert tickets, and also cracking down on gift card fraud

Scot Bertram | The Tragedy in Texas

Scot Bertram discusses news and headlines

Steve Gruber | The House of Representatives is Considering The Senate-Amended Version Of The One Big Beautiful Bill

Here are the three big things to know this hour—

 

Number One— The Idaho Monster Bryan Kohlberg has dodged the death penalty—but he is not free from the wrath of his heinous crimes—I predict he will be killed in prison for killing four Idaho college kids to death—

 

Number Two— Without skipping a beat a federal district judge just gave the finger the US Supreme Court by striking down President Trumps order preventing asylum applications from thousands crossing the border—

 

Number Three—  The House of Representatives is considering the Senate-amended version of the one big beautiful bill this week – 

Steve Gruber | We’re Starting To See Proof Of Just How Corrupt The Biden Administration Really Was

Steve Gruber discusses news and headlines

Steve Gruber | Will The Big Beautiful Bill Get Across The Line?

Steve Gruber discusses news and headlines