Daily Review with Clay and Buck - Aug 27 2025

Tragedy in Minneapolis

The guys discuss breaking news of the tragic mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis, Minnesota, where a gunman opened fire through stained glass windows into a church filled with children. Two young victims were killed, and at least 17 others were injured—14 of them children, with several in critical condition. The shooter, armed with a rifle, shotgun, and pistol, ultimately took his own life inside the church. The hosts discuss the cowardice and cruelty of targeting innocent children in a place of worship, calling it one of the most evil acts imaginable.

Karol Markowicz

Karol Markowicz joins the show to discuss early details about the shooter’s identity and background. She discusses the challenges of reporting on developing stories and the importance of uncovering motive and warning signs. The hosts emphasize the need for society—and the Trump administration—to address how to respond to early indicators of mental instability before tragedies occur.

More Details Emerge

Drawing parallels to the Covenant School shooting in Nashville, Clay and Buck argue that mainstream media outlets like MSNBC, CNN, and The New York Times routinely suppress or downplay the ideological affiliations of shooters when they conflict with progressive narratives. The hosts criticize political figures, including Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, for allegedly minimizing the role of prayer and failing to address the ideological roots of such violence.

The hour also features passionate listener reactions, including calls for armed school security, especially in religious institutions, and critiques of gender-affirming medical procedures for minors. The discussion includes predictions of future lawsuits against doctors and hospitals performing puberty blockers and top/bottom surgeries, likening current practices to historical medical abuses like lobotomies.

David Rutherford

David Rutherford, a former Navy SEAL and CIA contractor, offers expert insight into the tragic Minneapolis church shooting. Rutherford emphasizes the urgent need for armed security in schools and churches, labeling them as “soft targets” increasingly vulnerable to ideologically motivated violence. Drawing from his tactical and medical experience, he outlines practical security solutions, including hiring trained veterans and law enforcement personnel to protect vulnerable institutions. He also discusses the medical challenges faced by first responders treating gunshot wounds, especially in children, and the importance of rapid triage and trauma care.

The conversation also explores the shooter’s background, including a transgender identity, early mental health struggles, and a disturbing manifesto, raising broader concerns about mental illness, gender ideology, and youth medication. Rutherford and the hosts argue that society must confront the consequences of reinforcing delusions rather than treating underlying psychological conditions.

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