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Recent Supreme Court decisions have significantly altered the balance of power in the federal government, forcing Congress to rethink how it writes laws. In this episode, learn which decisions caused the shift, what the consequences are, how Congress is responding, and what options exist to push back against this new reality. Please Support Congressional Dish – Quick Links Contribute monthly or a lump sum via Support Congressional Dish via (donations per episode) Send Zelle payments to: [email protected] Send Venmo payments to: @Jennifer-Briney Send Cash App payments to:...
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President Trump keeps saying the United States needs to "have Greenland," but why? In this episode, listen to testimony to Congress about the idea of the United States taking ownership of Greenland, which is not being laughed out of the room. Please Support Congressional Dish – Quick Links Contribute monthly or a lump sum via Support Congressional Dish via (donations per episode) Send Zelle payments to: [email protected] Send Venmo payments to: @Jennifer-Briney Send Cash App payments to: $CongressionalDish or [email protected] Use your bank’s online bill pay...
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There is a lot of public anger towards nine Democratic Party Senators for helping Republicans pass a funding bill into law in mid-March. In this episode, we examine the details of the funding law in order to understand the deceptions that lead to that anger. Americans are being played.
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President Trump has been threatening to “take back” the Panama Canal since he regained power. In this episode, listen to testimony from officials serving on the Federal Maritime Commission who explain why the Panama Canal has become a focus of the administration and examine whether or not we need to be concerned about an impending war for control of the canal. Please Support Congressional Dish – Quick Links Contribute monthly or a lump sum via Support Congressional Dish via (donations per episode) Send Zelle payments to: Send Venmo payments to: @Jennifer-Briney Send Cash App...
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The Laken Riley Act is a new law that legalizes the indefinite imprisonment and deportation of possibly innocent legal immigrants. In this episode, we examine the law to see how it legalizes such injustices and we look at the profit motive behind expanding our prison population. Please Support Congressional Dish – Quick Links Contribute monthly or a lump sum via Support Congressional Dish via (donations per episode) Send Zelle payments to: [email protected] Send Venmo payments to: @Jennifer-Briney Send Cash App payments to: $CongressionalDish or...
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67 people died this week in a mid-air collision between a military helicopter and a passenger plane in Washington DC. The investigation into this crash is still in its infancy but Congress was warned just a few weeks ago that there are many dangers lurking in our air traffic system, dangers that Congress recently made worse at Reagan Washington National Airport, where the crash took place. Please Support Congressional Dish – Quick Links Contribute monthly or a lump sum via Support Congressional Dish via (donations per episode) Send Zelle payments to: [email protected] Send...
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President Donald Trump is back in power despite his illegal attempt to remain President after losing the 2020 election. In this episode, hear expert testimony about the Supreme Court decision that stemmed from the now-defunct Federal prosecution of Donald Trump which granted the President legal immunity for many actions. What does it mean going forward? What can and can’t he do? Please Support Congressional Dish – Quick Links Contribute monthly or a lump sum via Support Congressional Dish via (donations per episode) Send Zelle payments to: [email protected] Send Venmo...
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The 118th Congress came to an unexpectedly — though not necessarily surprisingly — chaotic end. In this episode, hear about all the drama that averted a government shutdown, learn what became law, and examine what could have become law if it weren’t for Elon Musk. Please Support Congressional Dish – Quick Links Contribute monthly or a lump sum via Support Congressional Dish via (donations per episode) Send Zelle payments to: [email protected] Send Venmo payments to: @Jennifer-Briney Send Cash App payments to: $CongressionalDish or [email protected] Use...
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U.S. military whistleblowers have told Congress about secret programs related to non-human piloted aircraft and submersibles. In this episode, listen to testimony from additional whistleblowers who add more information to what we have already learned, listen to the response from the person at the Defense Department in charge of investigating these claims, and learn about a secret program called Immaculate Constellation, which allegedly has a hidden treasure trove of evidence that we are not alone. Please Support Congressional Dish – Quick Links Contribute monthly or a lump sum via Support...
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Immediately after we published the Freaky Food episode, the Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration testified to the Senate and provided valuable insights into why our food supply is concerning for all the reasons exposed in episode 305. In this episode, listen to testimony from two hearings with FDA officials as we finish this series looking into the hidden dangers inside our food. Please Support Congressional Dish – Quick Links Contribute monthly or a lump sum via Support Congressional Dish via (donations per episode) Send Zelle payments to: [email protected] Send...
info_outlineThe Chief Operating Officer and a board member of the PGA golf tour recently testified to the Senate as part of its investigation into the possible merger between the PGA and LIV golf tours. In this episode, hear a summary of their testimony which was about monopoly powers, labor rights, Saudi Arabian oil money, loyalty to country…. So much more than golf.
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Background Sources
Recommended Congressional Dish Episodes
PGA Tour
“PGA TOUR History.” 2022. Official 2022-23 PGA Tour Media Guide.
Saudi Arabia
“Who we are: PIF is driving the growth of new sectors, companies and jobs, as a catalyst of Vision 2030.” Public Investment Fund.
“Jamal Khashoggi: All you need to know about Saudi journalist's death.” February 24, 2021. BBC.
LIV Golf
“How Much Did LIV Golf Pay Phil Mickelson?” Fergus Bisset. February 1, 2023. Golf Monthly.
“Tiger Woods Was Offered LIV Golf Contract in $700M-$800M Range, Greg Norman Says.” Doric Sam. August 1, 2022. Bleacher Report.
LIV vs. PGA
“LIV Golf's anti-trust lawsuit against PGA Tour handed severe blow in federal court.” Tim Schmitt. February 17, 2023. Golfweek.
“Phil Mickelson among 11 golfers to sue PGA Tour over LIV Golf suspensions.” PA Media. August 3, 2022. The Guardian.
“U.S. Department of Justice investigating PGA Tour for behavior toward LIV Golf.” Mark Schlabach. July 11, 2022. ESPN.
Yemen
“The Yemen War Can Be Over — If Biden Wants It.” Ryan Grim. May 18, 2023. The Intercept.
“The Houthis after the Yemeni cease-fire.” Bruce Riedel. January 27, 2023. Brookings.
“As U.S. Focuses on Ukraine, Yemen Starves.” Shuaib Almosawa. March 16, 2022. The Intercept.
Audio Sources
The PGA-LIV Deal: Implications for the Future of Golf and Saudi Arabia’s Influence in the United States
July 11, 2023
Senate Committee on Homeland Security & Governmental Affairs, Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations
Witnesses:
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Ron Price, Chief Operating Officer, PGA TOUR
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Jimmy Dunne, Board Member, PGA TOUR
Robin Williams Live on Broadway: Golf
2002
HBO
Music
Tired of Being Lied To by David Ippolito (found on Music Alley by mevio)