Greg Abbott on Socialism, Texas, and Border Security

Supreme Court Fallout and the Fight for the Senate

Greg Abbott begins the final hour with Shannon Bream, who breaks down recent Supreme Court immigration rulings, including asylum rules, temporary protected status, and presidential authority over independent federal agencies. Bream also discusses whether Justice Samuel Alito is expected to remain on the Court. Senator Tim Scott joins to discuss the 2026 Senate map, Graham Platner in Maine, Mike Rogers in Michigan, John Sununu in New Hampshire, John Husted in Ohio, and Michael Whatley in North Carolina. Abbott and Scott argue that Republican control of the Senate is essential to advancing President Trump’s agenda. The hour closes with Texas football coach Steve Sarkisian discussing the Longhorns’ team culture, summer preparation, Arch Manning, Cam Coleman, and the upcoming Ohio State matchup. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Elon Musk, SpaceX, and the Future of America

Greg Abbott opens Hour 2 by introducing Elon Musk, who discusses SpaceX, Starlink, satellite launches, NASA missions, and the future of space travel. Musk explains his vision for building a city on the moon, eventually sending people to Mars, and expanding computing power through data centers in space. Abbott and Musk also discuss SpaceX employees receiving company stock and the value of Texas as a business location. Josh Holmes from the Ruthless podcast joins later to discuss Democratic socialism, the 2026 midterms, Senate and House control, redistricting, and the future of conservative media. The hour closes with Buc-ee’s founder Arch “Beaver” Aplin III discussing Buc-ee’s, World Cup visitors, Texas barbecue, Beaver Nuggets, and the company’s growth as a travel center brand. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Greg Abbott on Socialism, Texas, and Border Security

Texas Governor Greg Abbott guest hosts and opens by reflecting on America’s 250th birthday celebration and the contrast between American independence and the rise of socialist politics. He criticizes Democratic socialists nationally and focuses on Texas Democrat James Talarico, highlighting his positions on taxes, police, immigration, girls’ sports, gender policy, energy, and lab-grown meat. Abbott contrasts Texas policies with California’s, arguing that conservative tax and regulatory policies have kept Texas more affordable. Tom Homan joins to discuss the Trump administration’s border enforcement strategy, ending catch-and-release, deportations, and the need for Congress to make immigration enforcement policies permanent. Senator Ted Cruz later joins to discuss the Supreme Court’s birthright citizenship ruling, boys in girls’ sports, and the Texas Senate race. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Birthright Citizenship and Immigration Enforcement

Jason Chaffetz opens the final hour by criticizing California’s racial mascot law and Gavin Newsom’s handling of state priorities. Mike Howell of the Oversight Project joins to discuss the Supreme Court’s birthright citizenship ruling and policy options for limiting illegal immigration and birth tourism. Howell argues for stronger deportation enforcement, visa screening, family-unit deportations, and new financial or legal deterrents for people seeking birthright citizenship benefits. Chaffetz also discusses China’s use of U.S. territories and visa loopholes, ICE enforcement practices, and the need for clearer immigration numbers from the Trump administration. Later, John Sapiente of Volition America joins to discuss patriotic apparel, Folds of Honor, military families, and support for veterans. The hour closes with listener discussion about Mitch McConnell, congressional incapacity, staff authority, and how a Senate vacancy would be handled. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Drones, Data Centers, and EPA Reform

Jason Chaffetz begins the hour by tracking several “collapse” stories, including a damaged New York City building, Graham Platner’s political troubles, Mitch McConnell’s health questions, and the Democratic Party’s ideological shift. Retired Navy SEAL Mike Cirelli joins to discuss drone threats, China’s dominance in consumer drones, the use of drones in modern warfare, and the lack of a clear U.S. national drone strategy. Cirelli also explains the importance of data centers, their role in artificial intelligence, and misconceptions about water and power usage. EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin later joins to discuss EPA reforms, agency spending under the Biden administration, deregulation, environmental stewardship, energy policy, and the cost of left-wing climate policies. The hour also includes discussion of the World Cup and America’s role as host. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.