The Rob Maness Show

School Choice: Why Did Mississippi GOP State Senators Kill Trump’s Policy | EP 673

Today, we’re confronting a disappointing reality: Why did Mississippi GOP State Senators kill President Trump’s school choice policy in less than two minutes with no debate? Mississippi has celebrated the 'Mississippi Miracle' in public education improvements, and that’s fantastic progress. But many families still struggle to find the right fit for their children. School choice would empower parents to select public, private, charter, or home schools using education savings accounts or vouchers. Critics raised concerns that were and are being answered today again: things like using taxpayer dollars for non-public schools, whether private institutions meet rigorous academic standards, and whether HB2 truly delivers choice since private schools aren’t required to accept all students and public schools can deny transfers due to capacity. However, 18 states—including every state bordering Mississippi—have proven universal education freedom works. It doesn’t hurt public schools; it drives improvement across the board by introducing competition and parent empowerment. To help us unpack this and explore how Mississippi can join these successful states, I’m pleased to welcome our special guest, Leah Ferretti, Director of Mississippi Ready and a Mom who decided to take her children’s education into her own hands. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colrobmanessret.substack.com/subscribe [https://colrobmanessret.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2]

Doing Something About It: Louisiana US Senate Primary | The Rob Maness Show EP 672

We are doing something about it in Louisiana’s all-important U.S. Senate primary. Our guest is Congresswoman Julia Letlow — a fighter from rural Louisiana who’s ready to take her proven record to the United States Senate. Julia grew up in Monroe, graduated from Ouachita Christian High School, and became a dedicated educator. She earned her degrees from the University of Louisiana at Monroe and went on to serve as an instructor and administrator at ULM and Tulane, always fighting for opportunity through education. She married her husband Luke Letlow, hit the campaign trail with him as he ran for Congress in Louisiana’s 5th District, and together they were building a life of service. Tragically, Luke won the election but passed away from COVID complications just days before he was to be sworn in. In her grief, Julia didn’t quit — she stepped up. She ran in the special election, won with 65% of the vote, and became Louisiana’s first Republican woman ever elected to Congress. In Washington, she has delivered results: she authored the Parents Bill of Rights to put moms and dads back in charge of their kids’ education, fought for the Farm Bill to protect our farmers and rural communities, returned critical funding to Louisiana’s 5th District, and earned a powerful seat on the House Appropriations Committee. Now President Trump personally asked her to run for Senate and gave her his complete and total endorsement. But What sets Julia apart? What will be her priorities in the Senate and how will she deliver real results for Louisiana families? She’s a fighter that’s how and Julia Letlow is the fighter Louisiana needs. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colrobmanessret.substack.com/subscribe [https://colrobmanessret.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2]

Iran's Nuclear Threat & Russia/Ukraine Ready for Peace? | More War Monday | The Rob Maness Show EP 671

Iran continues its dangerous march toward nuclear weapons capability, threatening our closest ally in the Middle East and global stability. With Israel on high alert and the world holding its breath, the decisions made in the coming days could reshape the entire region. At the same time, we’re monitoring the latest responses from the President and Tehran as diplomatic talks or threats continue to unfold. Over in Europe, the war in Ukraine grinds on, but there are fresh reports suggesting Russia might be open to peace negotiations. Is this genuine, or just another tactical move by Putin? Uncertainty and risk are par for the course in these conflicts This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colrobmanessret.substack.com/subscribe [https://colrobmanessret.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2]

Biden DOJ Weaponizes NFA: SCOTUS Denies Cert, George Peterson to Prison | EP 670

Today we’re exposing raw Biden DOJ weaponization of gun laws against law-abiding Americans. Our guest George Peterson is a certified firearms instructor, former FFL holder, and Louisiana patriot who ran PDW Solutions in the Greater New Orleans area. In 2022, ATF agents raided his home and business. They seized hundreds of thousands in legal inventory… but the only charge? Possession of one unregistered .22 solvent trap he kept in his safe. George took a conditional guilty plea specifically to preserve his right to fight the unconstitutional NFA suppressor registration scheme under the Second Amendment. He appealed all the way to the Fifth Circuit and then the U.S. Supreme Court. On April 20th, SCOTUS denied certiorari. Appeals exhausted. George is now headed to federal prison for 24 months – not for hurting anyone, not for a crime of violence, but for a technical paperwork violation on a common safety device. This is exactly what we’ve been warning about: selective enforcement and regulatory traps designed to turn honest gun owners into felons while the elite ignore the Constitution. George fought for all of us, and today he’s here live to tell the unfiltered truth about what really happened, how the system failed him, and what this means for every 2A supporter in America. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colrobmanessret.substack.com/subscribe [https://colrobmanessret.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2]

2026 Elections - Putting People Over Policy | The Rob Maness Show EP 669

Today I’m excited to welcome Michael Maxsenti, the Republican candidate for California’s 47th Congressional District right here in Orange County. Michael is a true fighter for common-sense leadership. Born and raised in Southern California, he’s spent 20 years in corporate America, 20 years as an entrepreneur, building his own publishing business and in grassroots activism standing up for accountability and putting people first. His campaign slogan says it all: Putting People Over Policy and Orange County First. Michael is running to tackle the issues that matter most to families – lowering the crushing cost of living, securing our borders, restoring public safety, protecting parental rights in education, making America healthy again, and ensuring reliable affordable energy. He’s committed to political reform and bringing real integrity back to Washington. Michael Maxsenti is the leader Orange County and America needs right now. Michael, welcome to the show sir! Great to have you with us today. Let’s dive into your vision for CD-47. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colrobmanessret.substack.com/subscribe [https://colrobmanessret.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2]