In one of the most politically charged episodes yet, The Ron Show dives into the aftermath of a historic government shutdown, a pivotal Supreme Court decision, and a growing divide inside the Democratic Party. Host Ron Roberts brings together national and local voices to unpack the political earthquakes shaking Georgia and the nation.
CBS News correspondent Olivia Rinaldi joins live from Washington, D.C., breaking down the shocking last-minute decision by eight Senate Democrats to join Republicans in ending the government shutdown. But did they get anything meaningful in return? Ron and Olivia explore the political math, the airport chaos that spooked lawmakers, and the brewing fury on the progressive left. Even with polling on their side, Senate Democrats blinked—and voters are asking, “What was the point?”
Later in the episode, Bentley Hudgens, Georgia Director of the Human Rights Campaign, shares a personal and political reaction to the Supreme Court’s refusal to revisit marriage equality, putting an end—at least for now—to Kim Davis’ long crusade against LGBTQ+ rights. With her own wedding on the horizon, Bentley speaks from the heart about what this means for queer couples across the South—and why the fight for full equality is far from over.
Plus: Ron sounds off on President Trump’s controversial federal pardons tied to election interference, many of which involve fake electors right here in Georgia. As the GOP doubles down, Georgia’s political spotlight only grows hotter.
Tune in to catch the Ron Show weekdays from 4-6pm Eastern time on Georgia NOW! Grab the app or listen online at heargeorgianow.com.
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