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Is Mitch McConnell Alive?

US Senator Mitch McConnell from Kentucky is in the hospital with rumors circulating that he is brain dead. What does that mean for Kentucky's representation in the Senate? What happens if he dies or resigns? We talk about that today with Kentucky political activist David Wright, board member with Constitutional Grassroots Movement. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tom-roten-show--5987430/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tom-roten-show--5987430/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss].

KY Auditor Finds $800M in Medicaid Fraud

"Freedom is not only the absence of tyranny. It is the presence of accountability." writes Kentucky state Auditor Allison Ball in her recent op-ed. In this episode Auditor Ball discusses the millions her office found in Medicaid fraud and a scathing review of Jefferson County Schools finances and poor teaching outcomes. Ball also reveals Gov. Andy Beshear's petty politics by refusing to allow foster kids to participate in a Trump Administration savings program. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tom-roten-show--5987430/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tom-roten-show--5987430/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss].

Thomas Massie Doubles Down

Congressman Thomas Massie (R-KY) faced significant outside influence losing his seat in the most expensive congressional primary in U.S. history. In this episode, we’ll unpack his reflections on the election, his commitment to transparency in government, and his ongoing advocacy for veterans of the USS Liberty attack. Massie also comments on recent Supreme Court decisions and his viral video where he turned the tables on a reporter. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tom-roten-show--5987430/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tom-roten-show--5987430/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss].

WV’s "Save Women's Sports Act" Can Be Enforced

Chris Wiest offers some expert legal opinion on recent SCOTUS decisons. Chris is a civil rights attorney from Kentucky. Also on this episode, West Virginia GOP Delegate Laura Kimble shares her thoughts on the Supreme Court's decision to allow enforcement of the state's ban on biological boys playing girls sports. Laura is a member of the WV Freedom Caucus. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tom-roten-show--5987430/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tom-roten-show--5987430/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss].

US Supreme Court Rulings

John Malcom, legal expert with Advancing Amercian Freedom, was on my morning radio show to talk about some of the important decisions by SCOTUS. Some have been conservative wins while others the Trump Administration considers a loss. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tom-roten-show--5987430/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tom-roten-show--5987430/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss].