Brett Breaks Things

Turns out the President thought he was sliding into Bondi’s private messages, he just did it publicly… The DOJ’s gone off the rails — and Congress is trading shutdownz barbs in the halls of Congress. From “pedo protector” insults to Patel’s purges, we’re breaking it all down. 

From Stephen Miller’s “plenary authority” slip-up to Pam Bondi’s fiery Senate hearing and GOP senators’ false “phone tap” claims — today’s show breaks down how the Trump era’s power plays, dodges, and victim narratives keep escalating.

Today we break down President Trump’s repeated threats to invoke the Insurrection Act — what it means, what it allows, and how he’s framing unrest in cities like Portland and Chicago as “insurrection.” From Stephen Miller’s accusations against mayors to the legal limits on deploying federal troops, we unpack the politics, power, and panic behind the act.

As the Supreme Court opens its new term, the justices are preparing to hear a slate of blockbuster cases that could define—or dismantle—the Trump administration’s agenda. From presidential immunity to executive power and election law, the stakes couldn’t be higher for the future of American governance.

Trump declares “armed conflict” with drug cartels, the Pentagon clamps down with NDAs and polygraphs, and the shutdown grows more dangerous by the day. Add a surprising NATO-style pledge to Qatar, and Trump’s triple play turns into a global power gamble.

The shutdown enters its second day with Democrats refusing to bend, while Trump and Russ Vought openly use the crisis as a chance to purge federal workers and reshape Washington. Cruz admits it’s straight out of Project 2025 — and the fallout is just beginning.

Trump and Hegseth push the military to crush “woke” culture and prepare for domestic deployment, even as Washington edges toward a government shutdown.

Former FBI Director James Comey faces indictment in a move raising alarms about political retribution. We break down Trump’s growing “list,” reactions from DOJ veterans, and what’s next as the government barrels toward a shutdown.

The DOJ is preparing a possible indictment of ex-FBI Director James Comey before the 5-year statute of limitations runs out. Trump’s hand-picked prosecutor Lindsey Halligan now controls the case, raising alarms about political interference, even as safeguards remain in place.

Trump targets Tylenol, the FDA relabels a new autism treatment, and Dr. Oz profits on the side. Meanwhile, the Pentagon clamps down on journalists with restrictive new pledges. Brett unpacks the collision of bad science, corporate interests, and attacks on free press.

At a memorial meant for healing, Trump preached hate, loyalty, and retribution. Across government, the same spirit is reshaping justice, immigration, and power. Is vengeance becoming the new national vision?

Jimmy Kimmel is pulled off the air as Trump and FCC Chair Brendan Carr threaten networks that criticize him. Is this the start of government-driven censorship? Plus, Dr. Susan Monarez blows the whistle on RFK Jr.’s anti-science demands at CDC.

The FCC forces Jimmy Kimmel off the air, with Chairman Brendan Carr threatening fines and license revocations against networks that don’t toe the line. Trump celebrates the suspension—just years after vowing to “bring back free speech.” Critics call it blatant state repression. Meanwhile, FBI Director Kash Patel faces fire in Congress for refusing to release Epstein’s files, fueling accusations of a cover-up.

Kirk’s assassination has unleashed a storm of political retribution—from threats to liberal groups, to journalists fired, to constitutional debates on free speech. Meanwhile, the Fed battle continues: Miran confirmed, Cook survives Trump’s purge attempt.

The aftermath of Charlie Kirk’s assassination grows darker—suspect motives, Trump’s escalated rhetoric, and warnings of more violence ahead. Workers lose jobs over social media posts, Brian Kilmeade faces backlash for on-air remarks, and the Trump administration pushes sweeping powers to oust Fed Governor Lisa Cook. Is this the end of a dark chapter—or the beginning of something even worse?

From Nancy Mace’s slurs to Trump’s threats, the Kirk assassination fallout shows Washington at its ugliest. At the same time, Epstein’s massive email dump exposes connections powerful people wish stayed buried—including one that just cost the U.K. its ambassador.