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Joey Hudson

Joey Hudson is a conservative Christian, successful businessman and experienced broadcaster who has a passion for seeking the truth in today’s chaotic world. Combining his interest in politics and religion, Joey brings faith, wisdom and keen insight with his straightforward, no nonsense style of talk heard by audiences across the country as a guest speaker, TV guest as well as hosting his own radio show for a decade.

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Yesterday · 42 min
Trump Cuts Migrant Population by Nearly 3 Million — Why Isn't This Bigger News? (Ep 831)
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Happy Labor Day! We have a new immigration number today that deserves a lot more attention than it's probably going to receive. New estimates indicate the migrant population in the United States has fallen by nearly 3 million people during President Donald Trump's second term. That's a remarkable shift—and we're going to break down what's behind it, including deportations, voluntary departures and changes in the number of migrants entering the country. Then there's a number that may be even more remarkable: 89% of Americans now believe government corruption is widespread. Republicans have expressed that concern for years, but a new poll shows Democrats' concerns have surged as well. Apparently, government corruption may finally be an issue capable of bringing the country together! Plus, imagine ordering dinner from DoorDash, hearing a knock at your door and discovering your delivery driver is wearing absolutely nothing. Yes, apparently that happened. And finally, another federal judge has blocked President Trump's latest attempt to restrict birthright citizenship, setting up another major constitutional battle for the administration. 🇺🇸 NEARLY 3 MILLION FEWER MIGRANTS IN THE UNITED STATES? Let's start with the number that caught my attention. The total migrant population in the United States is estimated to have declined by nearly 3 million people since President Trump returned to office. If accurate, that would represent a significant reversal after years of growth in the foreign-born population. So how did it happen? How much can be attributed to deportations? How much involves people voluntarily leaving the country? And how much comes from dramatically fewer migrants entering in the first place? We're going to break down the numbers because immigration policy isn't simply about what politicians say they're doing. The numbers tell us whether it's actually working. 🏛️ 89% OF AMERICANS SAY GOVERNMENT CORRUPTION IS WIDESPREAD Here's a statistic that ought to concern everybody in Washington. A record 89% of Americans now say corruption in government is widespread. Think about that. Nine out of ten Americans. What's particularly interesting is that the increase is being driven partly by Democrats, whose concerns about government corruption have risen dramatically. Republicans and Democrats may disagree about who is responsible for the problem and what constitutes corruption, but increasingly they're reaching the same conclusion: They don't trust the government. We'll look at what's driving this extraordinary collapse in confidence and why it should concern politicians in both parties. 😳 THE DOORDASH DELIVERY NOBODY ASKED FOR Now for something completely different. A Houston-area family says their DoorDash order arrived—but apparently the driver's clothes didn't. According to reports, the delivery driver showed up completely naked. Imagine checking your doorbell camera expecting to see your dinner sitting on the porch and seeing...well...something else entirely. How did this happen? What did the family do? And perhaps the most important question: Did they still eat the food? You're going to want to hear this one. ⚖️ JUDGE BLOCKS TRUMP'S BIRTHRIGHT CITIZENSHIP ACTION And once again, President Trump's attempt to restrict birthright citizenship has run into a federal judge. A federal court has halted the administration's latest executive action while the larger constitutional fight continues. The Trump administration argues that the traditional interpretation of the 14th Amendment is too broad and should not automatically grant citizenship in every circumstance involving children born in the United States to noncitizen parents. Opponents argue that more than a century of constitutional interpretation and Supreme Court precedent protects birthright citizenship. This fight is far from over. And ultimately, the biggest question may be: Is this an issue that the Supreme Court will finally have to settle once and for all? 📩 Join our mailing list at JoeyHudson.com 📱 Firmin Ford Text Line: 864-477-JOEY (5639) Your texts are always welcome, and you can also leave a voice message that could be aired on a future podcast. Subscribe for daily political analysis, breaking national news, South Carolina politics and conversations about the issues affecting American families. Facebook: facebook.com/joeyhudsononline X: @joeyhudson #DonaldTrump #Trump #Immigration #IllegalImmigration #BorderSecurity #Deportations #BirthrightCitizenship #14thAmendment #GovernmentCorruption #GovernmentTrust #DoorDash #LaborDay #Politics #Election2026 #Midterms #BreakingNews #JustTheTruth
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Sunday · 19 min
WEEKEND:The YMCA Is MUCH More Than a Gym | Trey Oakley Explains Its Mission (Ep 830)
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson When you hear “YMCA,” do you immediately think about a gym, swimming pool or basketball court? There is a whole lot more happening at the YMCA. I sat down with Trey Oakley of the YMCA of Greater Spartanburg to talk about the organization’s mission, its Christian foundation and the work being done every day to strengthen children, families and the Upstate community. The YMCA of Greater Spartanburg has roots going all the way back to 1869, and today its work includes youth development, after-school programs, summer camps, swimming and water safety, programs for cancer survivors, opportunities for adults with learning differences or physical limitations, efforts to address food insecurity and financial assistance for families who otherwise might not be able to participate. Trey and I also discuss what the YMCA means when it talks about putting Christian principles into practice, the challenges facing families today and how people can get involved through membership, volunteering and financial support. If you think the YMCA is simply a place to work out, I think this conversation may surprise you. 👍 LIKE this episode if you support organizations working to strengthen our local communities. 💬 COMMENT BELOW: What does the YMCA mean to you and your family? 🔔 SUBSCRIBE for more conversations about the people, organizations and issues making a difference in our community. #YMCA #SpartanburgSC #Spartanburg #SouthCarolina #UpstateSC #Community #ChristianValues #YouthDevelopment #TreyOakley #JoeyHudson
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Saturday · 21 min
WEEKEND:GREENVILLE’S NEWEST HOT SPOT, DINNER WITH A RUNWAY VIEW (Ep 829)
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson There’s a new restaurant taking off in Greenville—and the location is unlike just about anything else in town. I sit down with longtime Greenville restaurateur Trish Ballentine and Lauren Good to talk about their newest venture, Hangar 28 Kitchen & Events, located at the Greenville Downtown Airport. I’ve known Trish for many years and have watched her own and operate restaurants throughout the Greenville area. In this conversation, we talk about what brought her back into the restaurant business, why she chose this unique airport location, and what she’s learned after years in Greenville’s rapidly changing restaurant scene. We also get into the food at Hangar 28, the emphasis on scratch cooking, weekend breakfast, cocktails and the restaurant’s unique aviation atmosphere. And Hangar 28 isn’t just about food. Trish tells us about the approximately 3,500-square-foot event venue overlooking the airport and her plans for private events, corporate gatherings, fundraisers, live music and more. If you live in the Upstate—or you just enjoy discovering unique locally owned restaurants—this is one you'll want to check out. 👍 LIKE this episode if you enjoy discovering local Greenville businesses. 💬 COMMENT: What's your favorite locally owned restaurant in the Upstate? 🔔 SUBSCRIBE for more conversations about the people, businesses and issues shaping Greenville, the Upstate and South Carolina. #GreenvilleSC #Hangar28 #GreenvilleRestaurants #YeahThatGreenville #GreenvilleFood #UpstateSC #SouthCarolina #LocalBusiness #GreenvilleDowntownAirport #JoeyHudson
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Friday · 41 min
25 Years After 9/11 — Why Has Khalid Sheikh Mohammed Still Not Been Tried? (Ep 828)
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Three stories today that raise some fundamental questions about politics, justice and accountability in America. The House has passed legislation aimed at cutting off certain federal funding to colleges that boycott Israel—but the overwhelming majority of House Democrats voted against it. Then, nearly 25 years after the September 11 terrorist attacks, Khalid Sheikh Mohammed—the accused architect of 9/11—still has not been tried and sentenced. How is that possible? And here in South Carolina, the state Supreme Court has ruled that a civil rights organization cannot be punished for releasing certain information about the state's execution process that had already been made public. 🇮🇱 HOUSE PASSES BILL TARGETING COLLEGE BOYCOTTS OF ISRAEL The House of Representatives has passed legislation aimed at preventing certain federal funds from going to colleges and universities that participate in boycotts of Israel. Most House Democrats opposed the legislation. We'll look beyond the political rhetoric and examine what the bill actually does, why Republicans supported it and why so many Democrats voted against it. The vote also comes amid continuing disagreements within the Democratic Party over Israel. Is this simply a disagreement over how the federal government should respond to boycotts? Or does the vote reveal something larger about how the Democratic coalition's relationship with Israel is changing? We'll dig into it. 🇺🇸 25 YEARS AFTER 9/11 — WHERE IS THE JUSTICE? Think about this. We are approaching the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001. Nearly 3,000 people were murdered. America went to war. We spent trillions of dollars. Thousands of American military families sacrificed during the wars that followed. And yet Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, the alleged mastermind behind the September 11 attacks, still has not faced a completed criminal trial. How can that be? The case has been consumed by years of legal disputes involving his treatment in CIA custody, the admissibility of evidence and confessions, plea agreements, military commissions and endless courtroom battles. Now another ruling involving Mohammed's confession has once again complicated the prosecution. We'll walk through how we got here and ask the question many Americans—especially families who lost loved ones on 9/11—may be asking: How can the American justice system take a quarter-century to resolve one of the most consequential terrorism cases in our nation's history? ⚖️ SOUTH CAROLINA SUPREME COURT RULES IN EXECUTION RECORDS CASE Here in South Carolina, the state Supreme Court has issued an important ruling involving the state's execution process, government secrecy and the First Amendment. The dispute involved information about executions that the state argued was protected by South Carolina's shield law. But there was a significant complication: Some of the information had already been made public. The South Carolina Supreme Court ruled that a civil rights organization could not be punished for sharing certain execution-related information that was already publicly available. We'll explain what information was involved, why the state wanted to restrict its release and what the ruling could mean for future disputes over South Carolina's execution secrecy law. 📩 Join our mailing list at JoeyHudson.com 📱 Firmin Ford Text Line: 864-477-JOEY (5639) Your texts are always welcome, and you can also leave a voice message that could be aired on a future podcast. Subscribe for daily political analysis, breaking national news, South Carolina politics and conversations about the issues affecting American families. Facebook: facebook.com/joeyhudsononline X: @joeyhudson #Israel #Congress #Democrats #Republicans #Antisemitism #CollegeCampus #September11 #September11Attacks #911Anniversary #KhalidSheikhMohammed #GuantanamoBay #SCOTUS #SouthCarolina #SCSupremeCourt #DeathPenalty #SCPolitics #BreakingNews #JustTheTruth
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Thursday · 41 min
192 Democrats Vote Against Anti-Socialism Resolution | SCOTUS Fight Explodes (Ep 827)
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson It was a remarkable day in Congress. House Democrats helped defeat an effort to advance a constitutional amendment that would permanently cap the U.S. Supreme Court at nine justices. The vote comes as some Democrats continue advocating for expanding the Court. Then another vote is getting plenty of attention: 192 House Democrats voted against a resolution condemning the Democratic Socialists of America and denouncing socialism. We’ll look beyond the headlines and tell you what these measures actually said—and how members of Congress voted. Plus, the Justice Department wants answers about skyrocketing beef prices, an emotional congressional hearing puts a human face on the immigration debate, and one South Carolina city has just been named among America’s best towns to visit. ⚖️ THE BATTLE OVER THE SIZE OF THE SUPREME COURT Should the Supreme Court permanently remain at nine justices? Republicans attempted to move forward with a constitutional amendment that would cap the number of Supreme Court justices at nine. The effort failed. This comes as prominent Democrats—including South Carolina Congressman James Clyburn—have discussed expanding the Court. Clyburn recently said he believes 13 justices would be a “pretty good number.” Supporters of expanding the Court argue that Congress has changed its size before and say reform is justified. Opponents call the idea court packing and argue that expanding the Court for political reasons could create a cycle in which whichever party controls Washington simply adds more justices. We’ll explain what happened and why this debate could become increasingly important. 🗳️ 192 DEMOCRATS VOTE AGAINST ANTI-SOCIALISM RESOLUTION Another House vote is generating controversy. A resolution condemning the Democratic Socialists of America and denouncing socialism received significant Republican support, but 192 House Democrats voted against it. Rather than stopping with the headline, we’re going to look at what the resolution actually said. What exactly were members being asked to condemn? What reasons did opponents give for voting against it? And what does this vote tell us about the continuing debate over democratic socialism inside American politics? 🥩 DOJ INVESTIGATES SOARING BEEF PRICES If you’ve bought steaks, hamburger or just about any other cut of beef lately, you already know this story. Beef is expensive. Now the Justice Department is investigating eight major grocery retailers as well as the nation’s four largest meatpackers as the government examines competition and pricing throughout the beef supply chain. The key question is straightforward: Why are consumers paying so much? Is this primarily a supply-and-demand problem caused by America’s historically small cattle herd? Are processors and retailers contributing to higher prices? Or is it some combination of factors? The DOJ wants answers—and so do American consumers. 🇺🇸 FATHER DELIVERS EMOTIONAL TESTIMONY ON IMMIGRATION One of the most emotional moments on Capitol Hill this week came from Marcus Coleman, whose daughter was permanently disabled following a crash involving a truck driver described in congressional testimony as being in the country illegally. Coleman appeared before a House subcommittee and accused Democratic lawmakers of “grandstanding” when discussing illegal immigration. Whatever your politics, his testimony brings the immigration debate away from statistics and political arguments and back to the real people whose lives can be permanently changed. We’ll show you what he told Congress and discuss the larger debate surrounding immigration enforcement and public safety. 🌴 ONE OF AMERICA’S BEST TOWNS IS RIGHT HERE IN SOUTH CAROLINA Finally, we’ll end with some good news from the Palmetto State. CNN has named a South Carolina community one of the best towns to visit in America. And no—it’s not Charleston this time! Which South Carolina town made the list? We’ll reveal it and explain why it’s getting national attention. 📩 Join our mailing list at JoeyHudson.com 📱 Firmin Ford Text Line: 864-477-JOEY (5639) Your texts are always welcome, and you can also leave a voice message that could be aired on a future podcast. Subscribe for daily political analysis, breaking national news, South Carolina politics and conversations about the issues affecting American families. Facebook: facebook.com/joeyhudsononline X: @joeyhudson #SupremeCourt #SCOTUS #Socialism #Congress #Democrats #Republicans #DonaldTrump #CourtPacking #BeefPrices #GroceryPrices #DOJ #Immigration #BorderSecurity #SouthCarolina #SCPolitics #Election2026 #JustTheTruth
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Wednesday · 40 min
Trump Targets Prescription Drug Costs | Could Americans Really Save $600B? (Ep 826)
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson President Trump is rolling out additional prescription drug discounts that he says could save Americans more than $600 billion over the next several years. Today, we’ll look at what the administration is proposing, who could benefit, and whether those projected savings will actually show up at the pharmacy counter for everyday Americans. Plus, Michelle Obama is getting attention online after a surprisingly candid comment about her daughters leaving home, another alleged abuse of Flock license plate camera technology raises serious privacy questions, and a federal appeals court ruling could force South Carolina lawmakers to rethink part of the state’s mail-in voting law. 💊 TRUMP TAKES AIM AT PRESCRIPTION DRUG PRICES President Trump announced additional prescription drug discounts this week and says the changes could produce more than $600 billion in savings over the next several years. That is an enormous number. But the question most Americans really care about is much simpler: Will I actually pay less for my prescriptions? We’ll break down what the administration is proposing, where the projected savings come from, which medications could be affected and what consumers should watch for as the changes are implemented. 👋 MICHELLE OBAMA: “I DON’T MISS THEM” Michelle Obama is getting plenty of attention online after talking about what happened when daughters Malia and Sasha finally left home. She says former President Barack Obama cried. Michelle? Not so much. She joked that her reaction was essentially: “BYE!” The comment came during a podcast conversation with Jon Stewart and has generated plenty of discussion online. Parents everywhere may have an opinion about this one. 📸 ANOTHER FLOCK CAMERA ABUSE CASE And we have another troubling allegation involving Flock automated license plate readers. A former Indiana sheriff’s deputy has been charged after authorities say he abused access to the system to track his girlfriend for more than a year. Investigators allege he conducted more than 2,000 searches for her license plate. Two thousand. This is exactly the type of case fueling the growing debate over automated license plate readers. Supporters say the technology is an incredibly useful crime-fighting tool. Critics say databases containing the movements of millions of innocent Americans create enormous potential for abuse when proper safeguards aren’t in place. We’ll look at what authorities say happened and ask the larger question: Who is watching the people who have access to these systems? 🗳️ SOUTH CAROLINA MAIL-IN VOTING LAW FACES COURT CHALLENGE A federal appeals court has ruled that South Carolina’s absentee voting rules for older voters discriminate against younger voters. South Carolina law has allowed voters age 65 and older to vote absentee based solely on their age, while younger voters generally must qualify under another approved reason. The court’s decision raises an obvious question for the General Assembly: What happens now? Will lawmakers expand no-excuse absentee voting to younger South Carolinians? Will they change the senior provision? Or will the state continue fighting the decision in court? We’ll examine what the ruling says and what it could mean for South Carolina elections going forward. 📩 Join our mailing list at JoeyHudson.com 📱 Firmin Ford Text Line: 864-477-JOEY (5639) Your texts are always welcome, and you can also leave a voice message that could be aired on a future podcast. Subscribe for daily political analysis, breaking national news, South Carolina politics and conversations about the issues affecting American families. Facebook: facebook.com/joeyhudsononline X: @joeyhudson #DonaldTrump #PrescriptionDrugs #DrugPrices #Healthcare #MichelleObama #BarackObama #FlockCameras #Privacy #LicensePlateReaders #SouthCarolina #SCPolitics #MailInVoting #ElectionLaw #BreakingNews #JustTheTruth
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September 1 · 41 min
What Has Trump Actually Accomplished? 25 Things You Need to Know (Ep 825)
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Today's show starts with another Supreme Court victory for the Trump administration as construction of the White House ballroom is allowed to continue while the legal battle plays out. Then we're tackling a question you may have heard from friends, family members or President Trump's critics: “What has Donald Trump actually accomplished during his second term?” We're going through 25 examples you can examine for yourself. Plus, an astonishing amount of money is pouring into the 2026 midterm elections. The 20 biggest donors have reportedly contributed a combined $1.2 BILLION so far. And South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick joins us to discuss what comes next now that the GOP's November ballot is set. 🏛️ SUPREME COURT ALLOWS WHITE HOUSE BALLROOM CONSTRUCTION TO CONTINUE The Supreme Court has once again sided with the Trump administration, allowing construction on President Trump's White House ballroom project to continue while litigation proceeds in the lower courts. It's an important distinction: the Supreme Court's action doesn't necessarily resolve the underlying legal dispute. But for now, construction can continue. We'll talk about the legal challenge, what the administration argues and why this project has generated such a heated political and legal fight. 🇺🇸 WHAT HAS TRUMP ACCOMPLISHED? LET'S LOOK AT 25 EXAMPLES This may be today's most useful segment. You've probably heard someone ask: “What has Donald Trump actually accomplished since returning to the White House?” Instead of simply responding with political rhetoric, we're going to examine 25 specific actions and accomplishments from Trump's second term. We'll look at the economy, immigration and border security, energy, foreign policy, government spending, regulation and other major areas. Get your notepad ready. Whether you're a Trump supporter, a critic or somewhere in between, these are 25 examples worth knowing so you can decide for yourself how the administration's record stacks up. 💰 $1.2 BILLION — WHO'S FUNDING THE 2026 MIDTERMS? Think there's too much money in politics? Wait until you hear these numbers. The 20 largest donors in the 2026 midterm election cycle have reportedly poured approximately $1.2 BILLION into House and Senate races so far. We're going through the list. It includes some of America's wealthiest individuals, major technology interests, cryptocurrency money and powerful political organizations trying to influence who controls Congress. But here's the larger question: How much influence does $1.2 billion buy in American politics? And when you follow the money, what does it tell you about the priorities of the people and organizations writing these enormous checks? 🗳️ DREW MCKISSICK: WHAT'S NEXT FOR SOUTH CAROLINA REPUBLICANS? The primaries are finished. The runoff is over. The Republican ticket is set. So what happens now? South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick joins us to talk about the party's strategy heading toward November. We'll discuss voter turnout, party unity after some hard-fought Republican primaries, the races the GOP will be watching most closely and what South Carolina Republicans need to do between now and Election Day. The campaign doesn't end when the primary ends. In many ways, that's when the next campaign begins. 📩 Join our mailing list at JoeyHudson.com and subscribe to the Joey Hudson YouTube Channel. Follow Joey on Facebook and X. 📱 Firmin Ford Text Line: 864-477-JOEY (5639) Your texts are always welcome, and you can leave a voice message that could be aired on a future podcast. #DonaldTrump #Trump #TrumpAdministration #SCOTUS #SupremeCourt #WhiteHouse #Election2026 #Midterms #CampaignFinance #PoliticalDonors #SouthCarolina #SCPolitics #DrewMcKissick #SCGOP #Republicans #Congress #JustTheTruth
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August 31 · 41 min
Trump vs. Canada: Could New Tariffs Cost Republicans in the Midterms? (Ep 824)
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Today's show starts with a growing feud between President Donald Trump and one of Canada's most prominent political leaders. Then we'll look at Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's controversial new requirements for city contractors, examine whether the developing U.S.-Canada trade war could raise prices for American families and create political problems ahead of the midterms, and discuss Congressman James Clyburn's call to expand the U.S. Supreme Court from nine justices to thirteen. 🇨🇦 DOUG FORD TAKES ON PRESIDENT TRUMP Ontario Premier Doug Ford clearly isn't thrilled with President Trump these days. Appearing on ABC's This Week, Ford criticized Trump's executive order renaming Lake Ontario “Lake America.” The dispute may sound humorous—and there's certainly plenty to have fun with—but it comes amid a much more serious deterioration in the relationship between the United States and Canada. And that brings us to the bigger question: How far is this feud going to go, and who ultimately pays the price when two of the world's largest trading partners start putting tariffs on each other's products? 🌆 CHICAGO'S NEW CONTRACTING RULES Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has signed an executive order requiring companies doing business with the city to disclose information about the demographics of their leadership. Contractors will also be asked to disclose certain relationships with federal law enforcement agencies, including ICE. Johnson says Chicago should use the enormous purchasing power of city government to advance the city's priorities. But this raises an interesting question about the proper role of government contracting. Should the city be choosing the best company at the best price—or should political and social considerations also determine who gets taxpayer-funded contracts? And what happens when a company's relationship with federal law enforcement becomes part of that calculation? We'll dig into what the order actually requires. 💰 COULD THE CANADA TRADE WAR HIT YOUR WALLET? This may ultimately be the biggest political story of the day because it affects something Americans deal with every single day: prices. New tariffs involving Canada could affect industries ranging from manufacturing and automobiles to construction materials, agriculture and consumer goods. Tariffs aren't paid by some mysterious government account. Depending on how businesses respond, at least some of those additional costs can eventually work their way through the supply chain and reach consumers. So we're going to look beyond the political rhetoric and ask the practical question: What could this developing trade war actually cost the average American household? And there's a political question attached to it. If voters begin seeing higher prices in competitive states because of the dispute with Canada, could Republicans pay a price at the ballot box in the upcoming midterm elections? We'll look at which industries and states could be particularly vulnerable. ⚖️ CLYBURN WANTS 13 SUPREME COURT JUSTICES South Carolina Congressman James Clyburn appeared on NBC's Meet the Press Sunday and endorsed expanding the Supreme Court. Clyburn says he'd like to see the current nine-member court expanded to 13 justices, calling thirteen a “pretty good number.” Supporters of expansion argue that Congress has changed the size of the Supreme Court before and that the current political and judicial environment warrants significant reform. Opponents call it court packing and warn that once one party expands the Court to gain an ideological advantage, the other party could simply do the same thing when it returns to power. And that's the question we'll discuss: If Democrats expand the Court to 13, what stops Republicans from eventually making it 15—or Democrats from later making it 17? Where does it end? 📩 Join our mailing list at JoeyHudson.com and subscribe to the Joey Hudson YouTube Channel. Follow Joey on Facebook and X. 📱 Firmin Ford Text Line: 864-477-JOEY (5639) Your texts are always welcome, and you can leave a voice message that could be aired on a future podcast. #DonaldTrump #Canada #DougFord #Tariffs #TradeWar #Inflation #Midterms #BrandonJohnson #Chicago #ICE #JamesClyburn #SupremeCourt #SCOTUS #SouthCarolina #SCPolitics #Election2026 #JustTheTruth
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August 30 · 18 min
WEEKEND:Goodwill’s New Retool & Supply Store | Here’s What You Can Find (Ep 823)
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Goodwill is getting into the hardware business! Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina has launched Retool & Supply, a new specialty hardware concept located inside its Pelzer, South Carolina store. So what exactly can you buy there? Think tools, hardware, lawn and garden equipment, supplies and plenty of potential bargains for DIYers, homeowners and weekend warriors. I sat down with Chunsta Miller of Goodwill Industries to find out how the idea for Retool & Supply came about, where the merchandise comes from and why Goodwill decided to launch the concept here in the Upstate. But there's another side to this story that sometimes gets overlooked. Goodwill isn't simply selling donated merchandise. Revenue generated through its stores helps support career training, employment services and programs designed to help people develop skills and get back into the workforce. We talk about that mission, Goodwill's growing number of specialty stores and what happens when you donate something as simple as an old power tool that's been sitting unused in your garage. And, of course, we find out what kind of bargains you might discover at Retool & Supply. 📍 Retool & Supply Inside the Goodwill store in Pelzer, South Carolina For more information about Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina, visit GoodwillSC.org. Subscribe for more conversations about the people, businesses and stories making news across South Carolina and the country. #Goodwill #RetoolAndSupply #GreenvilleSC #SouthCarolina #UpstateSC #DIY #Tools #ThriftStore #GoodwillFinds #HomeImprovement #PelzerSC #JoeyHudson
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August 29 · 19 min
WEEKEND:Fall in Travelers Rest: Food, Festivals, Farmers & More! (Ep 822)
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Fall is almost here, and Travelers Rest, South Carolina, has plenty happening! I’m joined by Lacey Keigley of Travelers Rest Here to get a preview of the events, food, outdoor activities and community happenings you’ll want on your calendar this fall. One event we're especially excited about is the annual Farm-to-Table Dinner benefiting The Farmer Fund. This is about as local as it gets: money raised in the community goes directly to local TR Market farmers through a hyper-local grant program. No complicated bureaucracy — local people helping local farmers. We also talk about what makes Travelers Rest such a great fall destination, the role local restaurants and businesses play in the community, the Farmers Market, outdoor activities and some of Lacey's favorite ways to spend a fall day in TR. Whether you live in Travelers Rest, Greenville or anywhere in the Upstate, this is your preview of what's coming this fall. 👍 LIKE this episode if you love supporting local businesses and farmers. 💬 COMMENT: What's your favorite thing to do in Travelers Rest? 🔔 SUBSCRIBE for more conversations about the people, places and stories that make the Upstate special. More from Travelers Rest Here #TravelersRest #TravelersRestSC #GreenvilleSC #UpstateSC #SouthCarolina #FarmToTable #SupportLocal #LocalFarmers #FallEvents #SwampRabbitTrail #JoeyHudson
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August 28 · 42 min
Election Integrity, FEMA Bias & an ICE Controversy in South Carolina (Ep 821)
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Today's show covers an escalating election-integrity fight between the Republican National Committee and New Jersey, new information about the catastrophic disaster in Nepal and Tibet, additional FEMA firings involving allegations of discrimination against Trump supporters—and a controversy involving South Carolina's largest health system and advice reportedly being provided to immigrants regarding encounters with ICE. 🗳️ RNC THREATENS LEGAL ACTION OVER NEW JERSEY VOTER ROLLS The Republican National Committee is escalating its fight with New Jersey election officials over access to voter-roll records. The RNC is seeking information surrounding noncitizens reportedly identified on the state's voter rolls and is now threatening legal action to obtain additional records. How did noncitizens end up on the rolls? Were they actually casting ballots—or merely improperly registered? And what steps are being taken to remove ineligible registrations? We'll separate what we know from what remains unanswered. 🏔️ NEW CLUES ABOUT THE DEADLY NEPAL-TIBET DISASTER Scientists believe they may now understand what triggered the catastrophic flooding that killed hundreds of people and left widespread devastation across parts of Nepal and Tibet. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, evidence points toward an enormous glacier collapse and debris flow powerful enough to register as a magnitude 5.2 landslide. We'll examine how an enormous mass of ice and rock could trigger such devastating flooding—and what scientists are learning about the disaster. 🚨 MORE FEMA WORKERS FIRED OVER TRUMP-SIGN CONTROVERSY The Department of Homeland Security has fired three additional FEMA employees following an inspector general's investigation into allegations that disaster-relief crews skipped homes displaying Trump campaign signs following Hurricane Milton. This controversy initially centered on whether one employee had acted independently. Now investigators say the problem went further. We'll discuss what the inspector general uncovered, who's being held accountable and the fundamental question this raises: Shouldn't every American receive disaster assistance regardless of the political sign sitting in their front yard? 🏥 PRISMA HEALTH, ICE AND A CONTROVERSIAL SIGN And we have a developing story right here in South Carolina. Former state representative Adam Morgan says a sign was posted inside a Prisma Health doctor's office advising immigrants about their rights when dealing with immigration authorities. A photograph supplied by Morgan appears to show a notice containing statements including “you don't have to open your door” and other information about encounters with ICE. The photograph gives us more information than we previously had—but there are still important questions we cannot independently answer from the image alone. Was the sign officially approved by Prisma Health? Was it posted by an individual employee or physician? How widespread was it? And does Prisma have a policy concerning political or immigration-related materials displayed in its medical offices? Those are questions worth asking before drawing conclusions. We'll show you what we have, explain what we can verify, and discuss why this is generating controversy in South Carolina. 📩 Join our mailing list at JoeyHudson.com and subscribe to the Joey Hudson YouTube Channel. Follow Joey on Facebook and X. 📱 Firmin Ford Text Line: 864-477-JOEY (5639) Your texts are always welcome, and you can leave a voice message that could be aired on a future podcast. #ElectionIntegrity #RNC #NewJersey #VoterRolls #FEMA #DonaldTrump #HurricaneMilton #PrismaHealth #ICE #Immigration #SouthCarolina #SCPolitics #Nepal #BreakingNews #JustTheTruth
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August 27 · 43 min
“Blow Up” Trump's Ballroom? Philly DA Sparks Outrage (Ep 820)
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Today's show covers a federal court victory for the Trump administration involving a Democratic member of Congress, controversial comments about President Trump's new White House ballroom, a massive settlement involving Meta and allegations of social-media addiction among children, and $350 million in new legislator-sponsored spending here in South Carolina. ⚖️ BIDEN-APPOINTED JUDGE SIDES WITH TRUMP ADMINISTRATION A federal judge appointed by former President Joe Biden has refused to dismiss the criminal case against a Democratic member of Congress accused of assaulting federal immigration officers. The ruling allows the case to move forward and gives the Trump administration a significant court victory. We'll examine exactly what the Democrat is accused of doing, the argument for dismissing the charges and why the judge rejected it. And it's worth emphasizing: this ruling does not determine guilt or innocence. But politically, the fact that a Biden-appointed judge rejected the effort to throw out the case certainly makes this one more interesting. 🏛️ PHILADELPHIA DA: “AFTER WE ALL BLOW IT UP” Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner is facing criticism over comments involving President Donald Trump's new White House ballroom. Krasner joked that he'd like to keep a piece of the ballroom as a paperweight after “we all blow it up.” Was it obviously political hyperbole—or does a public official, particularly a prosecutor, have a responsibility to be more careful when joking about blowing up part of the White House? We'll talk about it. 📱 META'S MASSIVE SOCIAL-MEDIA SETTLEMENT Meta has agreed to pay as much as $17.1 BILLION and make significant changes to teen accounts to resolve claims that its social-media platforms were deliberately designed to keep children hooked. The litigation centered on allegations involving Facebook and Instagram and claims that Meta misled parents and the public about potential dangers to young users. The larger question goes beyond one company: What responsibility should social-media companies have when their products are being used for hours every day by children? And where does parental responsibility fit into the equation? 💰 SOUTH CAROLINA LAWMAKERS APPROVE $350 MILLION IN LOCAL SPENDING And here in South Carolina, lawmakers are spending some money. The General Assembly has approved approximately $350 million in legislator-sponsored projects across the state. The list includes parks, building renovations, water and sewer projects, first-responder equipment and a wide variety of other local initiatives. Some of these projects may be worthwhile investments that communities genuinely need. But whenever lawmakers approve hundreds of millions of dollars in locally directed spending, taxpayers should be asking some basic questions: Who requested the money? Where is it going? How were the projects selected? And are taxpayers getting $350 million worth of value? We'll dig into the list and let you decide. 📩 Join our mailing list at JoeyHudson.com and subscribe to the Joey Hudson YouTube Channel. Follow Joey on Facebook and X. 📱 Firmin Ford Text Line: 864-477-JOEY (5639) Your texts are always welcome, and you can leave a voice message that could be aired on a future podcast. #Trump #ICE #Immigration #Meta #Facebook #Instagram #SocialMedia #SouthCarolina #SCPolitics #GovernmentSpending #WhiteHouse #BreakingNews #Politics #JustTheTruth
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August 26 · 40 min
Trump Wins at SCOTUS, Darline Graham Wins SC & America Mourns Dolly Parton (Ep 819)
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson What a news day. President Donald Trump scores a major victory at the U.S. Supreme Court involving mail-in voting, South Carolina Republicans have chosen their nominee for U.S. Senate, America is mourning the loss of country music legend Dolly Parton—and we have the incredible story of an electrician who thought he was going to die while trapped 130 feet in the air. ⚖️ TRUMP WINS AT THE SUPREME COURT President Trump is celebrating a major Supreme Court victory involving mail-in voting restrictions just months before the November midterm elections. The ruling could have significant implications for how states handle ballots and election deadlines heading into November. Supporters are calling it an important victory for election integrity. Critics argue the decision could make it more difficult for some legitimate ballots to be counted. We'll break down exactly what the Supreme Court decided, what it did NOT decide and what the ruling could mean as America prepares for another consequential national election. 🗳️ DARLINE GRAHAM WINS SOUTH CAROLINA GOP SENATE RUNOFF South Carolina Republicans have made their choice. Interim U.S. Senator Darline Graham has defeated Congressman Ralph Norman in the Republican runoff and will now seek a full term in November. Graham entered this race under extraordinary circumstances following the sudden death of her brother, longtime Senator Lindsey Graham. She was appointed to temporarily fill his seat, earned the endorsement of President Trump and then decided to ask South Carolina voters to give her a full term of her own. Now she's cleared the Republican primary. We'll examine the results, where Graham won, where Norman performed well, what ultimately decided this race and what the outcome tells us about the Republican electorate in South Carolina. 🎤 REMEMBERING DOLLY PARTON America has lost one of its most beloved entertainers. Country music legend Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80. From her humble beginnings in the mountains of East Tennessee to becoming one of the most recognizable entertainers in the world, Dolly's story was uniquely American. She wasn't simply a singer. She was a songwriter, actress, businesswoman and philanthropist whose Imagination Library put hundreds of millions of books into the hands of children. We'll remember Dolly Parton's extraordinary career, her faith, her generosity and the remarkable legacy she leaves behind. 😨 ELECTRICIAN THOUGHT HE WAS GOING TO DIE 130 FEET IN THE AIR And finally, imagine going to work one morning and wondering whether you'll ever see your family again. An electrician became trapped for more than six hours inside a massive 130-foot gas station sign in Illinois. At one point, believing rescuers might not reach him in time, he recorded what he feared could be a final message to his wife and children. We'll tell you how he became trapped, the extraordinary rescue effort and what he said after finally making it safely back to the ground. 📩 Join our mailing list at JoeyHudson.com 📱 Firmin Ford Text Line: 864-477-JOEY (5639) Subscribe for daily political analysis, breaking national news, South Carolina politics and conversations about the issues affecting American families. Facebook: facebook.com/joeyhudsononline X: @joeyhudson #DonaldTrump #SCOTUS #SupremeCourt #ElectionIntegrity #DarlineGraham #RalphNorman #SouthCarolina #SCSenate #DollyParton #CountryMusic #Election2026 #Midterms #SCPolitics #BreakingNews #JustTheTruth
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August 25 · 43 min
Trump's Beef Price Plan Divides Republicans | DOJ Watching SC Runoff (Ep 818)
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson President Trump wants to bring down the price of beef—but some Republicans are warning that his solution could create an entirely new problem for American cattle producers. Plus, the billionaire owner of the San Francisco 49ers is facing an embarrassing legal situation, South Carolina authorities announce dozens of indictments connected to an investigation involving Mexican cartels, and the Justice Department will be watching tomorrow's closely contested South Carolina Republican U.S. Senate runoff. 🥩 TRUMP WANTS CHEAPER BEEF—BUT AT WHAT COST? American families are paying historically high prices for beef, and President Donald Trump wants to do something about it. One proposal involves allowing significantly more foreign beef into the United States in an effort to increase supply and bring grocery prices down. Sounds simple enough. But Republican senators from cattle-producing states are warning the White House that flooding the market with imported beef could hurt American ranchers precisely when the country needs them to rebuild the shrinking U.S. cattle herd. So which comes first? Lower prices for consumers today—or protecting American cattle producers so we have a reliable domestic beef supply tomorrow? And with the midterm elections approaching, the political stakes could be every bit as significant as the economic ones. 🏈 BILLIONAIRE 49ERS OWNER ARRESTED San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York is facing headlines for something that has absolutely nothing to do with football. According to court records cited in media reports, York was arrested in Ohio in connection with an alleged prostitution solicitation. York's family is reportedly worth billions of dollars—but the alleged transaction at the center of the case involved just $140. We'll walk through the allegations, what police say happened and the details emerging from the case. 🚔 “OPERATION LAST STAND” — MAJOR SOUTH CAROLINA DRUG BUST More than 30 people have been indicted following a major South Carolina law enforcement investigation authorities say has connections to Mexican drug cartels. South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the indictments Monday as part of Operation Last Stand. Authorities say the investigation involved a major drug trafficking network operating inside South Carolina. We'll look at what investigators seized, who has been charged and what the case tells us about the reach of international drug cartels into communities right here in the Palmetto State. 🗳️ DOJ WATCHING SOUTH CAROLINA'S SENATE RUNOFF And tomorrow is Election Day in South Carolina. Republicans Darline Graham and Congressman Ralph Norman face one another in the special U.S. Senate runoff—and now the federal government will be watching part of the election. The Department of Justice plans to monitor election procedures in Charleston County. Why Charleston County? What exactly will federal monitors be watching? And is this routine election oversight—or is there more to the story? We'll break down what we know as South Carolina Republicans prepare to choose their nominee for November. Remember: Polls are open tomorrow. Make your voice heard and VOTE. 📩 Join our mailing list at JoeyHudson.com 📱 Firmin Ford Text Line: 864-477-JOEY (5639) Subscribe for daily political analysis, breaking national news, South Carolina politics and interviews with the people making the news. Facebook: facebook.com/joeyhudsononline X: @joeyhudson #DonaldTrump #BeefPrices #Inflation #GroceryPrices #JedYork #49ers #AlanWilson #SouthCarolina #DrugCartels #OperationLastStand #RalphNorman #DarlineGraham #SCSenate #Election2026 #SCPolitics #BreakingNews #JustTheTruth
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August 24 · 41 min
Trump's White House Ballroom Gets Green Light | SC Senate Runoff Tomorrow (Ep 817)
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson A White House construction project that's ahead of schedule AND under budget? President Trump says that's exactly what's happening with his new White House ballroom project. We start the week with the latest on the White House construction battle, an illegal immigrant who's now been removed from the United States multiple times, one of the strangest parenting stories you'll hear all week—and President Trump's big push in South Carolina ahead of tomorrow's U.S. Senate runoff. 🏛️ TRUMP: WHITE HOUSE BALLROOM AHEAD OF SCHEDULE President Donald Trump says construction of the new White House ballroom and East Wing project is moving faster than expected—and coming in under budget. The announcement follows a legal battle over the project that reached the U.S. Supreme Court. We'll look at what's being built, how it's being funded, the legal challenges surrounding the project and Trump's latest update on construction. And let's face it: “under budget and ahead of schedule” aren't words we hear very often when we're talking about Washington, D.C.! 🇺🇸 DEPORTED AGAIN—ICE SAYS THIS TIME IS DIFFERENT Immigration officials in California have arrested a man who authorities say repeatedly entered the United States illegally after being removed from the country multiple times. ICE says this latest arrest should finally end the cycle. We'll look at how someone repeatedly removed from the country was able to return and what the case tells us about the continuing challenges facing America's immigration enforcement system. 🗻 DAD LEAVES HIS 7-YEAR-OLD ON MOUNT FUJI?! Here's one that's hard to believe. A father in Japan decided to take his two sons on what should have been an unforgettable family adventure—climbing Mount Fuji. Well, it certainly became unforgettable. When his 7-year-old son became tired and didn't want to continue climbing, Dad reportedly told him to wait while he continued toward the summit with his older son. Yes. On Mount Fuji. What happened next brought police and rescue officials into the picture—and raised a fairly obvious question: What in the world was Dad thinking?! 🗳️ TRUMP MAKES HIS FINAL PITCH IN SOUTH CAROLINA President Trump traveled to Myrtle Beach Friday night as South Carolina's Republican U.S. Senate runoff enters its final stretch. Trump used the rally to make his case for Darline Graham as Republican voters prepare to return to the polls. Early voting has ended, and Election Day is tomorrow. We'll have highlights from Trump's Myrtle Beach appearance and the latest developments heading into the runoff. 📩 Join our mailing list at JoeyHudson.com 📱 Firmin Ford Text Line: 864-477-JOEY (5639) Subscribe for daily political analysis, breaking national news, South Carolina politics and conversations about the issues affecting American families. Facebook: facebook.com/joeyhudsononline X: @joeyhudson #DonaldTrump #WhiteHouse #WhiteHouseBallroom #ICE #Immigration #MountFuji #SouthCarolina #DarlineGraham #SCSenate #MyrtleBeach #Election2026 #SCPolitics #BreakingNews #JustTheTruth
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August 22 · 19 min
WEEKEND:Salvation Army Plans Major Greenville Expansion — But Needs Help (Ep 816)
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Greenville is growing at an incredible pace — but that growth is also creating challenges many people never see. The Salvation Army of Greenville is undertaking a major campaign called “Rebuilding Hope, Restoring Lives” to transform its aging Rutherford Street campus and dramatically increase its ability to serve people experiencing homelessness. I sit down with Major Michael Harris, Area Commander for the Salvation Army serving Greenville, Pickens and Oconee counties, to discuss the proposed new Center of Hope, why the current facilities can no longer meet the community's needs, and why homelessness increasingly includes families and people who are working but still can't afford a place to live. The proposed project would increase shelter capacity from 93 to 143 beds, provide additional transitional housing, improve security and accessibility, and create accommodations designed to help keep families together. We also discuss the fundraising challenge. The Salvation Army has raised millions toward the project, but still needs the community's help to get across the finish line and begin construction. Major Harris also explains how the Salvation Army's Christian mission goes beyond providing someone with a bed for the night — focusing on helping people rebuild their lives and ultimately become self-sufficient. LISTEN, SHARE and SUBSCRIBE for more conversations about the people and issues affecting Greenville, the Upstate and South Carolina. Join our mailing list at JoeyHudson.com.
#819
August 21 · 37 min
The $40 Trillion Question: Can America Ever Get Out of Debt? (Ep 815)
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson We did it, America! The United States has officially crossed the $40 TRILLION national debt mark. Of course, that's not exactly a milestone worth celebrating. Today we're asking the question Washington has avoided for decades: How in the world do we ever pay this money back? 💰 AMERICA'S $40 TRILLION DEBT PROBLEM Think $40 trillion is just another big Washington number? Put it into perspective. That's more than $100,000 in federal debt for every man, woman and child in America—and the number continues climbing. Republicans blame runaway spending and the growth of government. Democrats frequently argue that revenues and tax policy have to be part of the solution. Meanwhile, Washington continues borrowing enormous amounts of money. So where does this end? Can Congress realistically balance the budget? What would have to be cut? What happens to Social Security and Medicare? Do taxes eventually have to increase? And how much of the federal budget could eventually be consumed simply by interest payments on the debt? We'll dig into the numbers and discuss what $40 trillion really means for American taxpayers. ⚖️ WHO WILL BE SOUTH CAROLINA'S NEXT SUPREME COURT JUSTICE? South Carolina lawmakers are accepting applications to fill the state Supreme Court vacancy created by Justice John Few's resignation. We'll explain South Carolina's unusual judicial selection process, take a look at the candidates who have already entered the race and discuss why the person ultimately chosen could influence South Carolina law for years to come. 🗳️ LT. GOV. PAMELA EVETTE JOINS US South Carolina Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette joins us as Republicans prepare for next week's special U.S. Senate election. We'll talk about what she's watching as voters prepare to make their choice, what happens after the primary battle is over and perhaps most importantly—can Republicans come back together for November? With control of Congress on the line, party unity could become every bit as important as who wins the nomination. 🇺🇸 CONGRESSWOMAN SHERI BIGGS JOINS US Congresswoman Sheri Biggs is also with us to recap this week's Salute to Liberty celebration. We'll talk about the event, some of the memorable moments and the message she hopes attendees took away from it. We'll also get an update on Washington. Members of the House may technically be on their summer recess—but what does congressional recess actually mean? We'll talk with Congresswoman Biggs about the work taking place back home in the district, constituent services and the issues waiting for lawmakers when Congress returns to Washington. 📩 Join our mailing list at JoeyHudson.com 📱 Firmin Ford Text Line: 864-477-JOEY (5639) Subscribe for daily political analysis, breaking national news, South Carolina politics and interviews with the people making the news. Facebook: facebook.com/joeyhudsononline X: @joeyhudson #NationalDebt #40Trillion #GovernmentSpending #FederalBudget #SouthCarolina #PamelaEvette #SheriBiggs #SCSenate #SupremeCourt #SCPolitics #Congress #Election2026 #BreakingNews #Politics #JustTheTruth
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August 20 · 43 min
Greta Van Susteren REGRETS Viral SC Senate Debate Question (Ep 814)
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Could a major economic blow finally push Iran toward ending the war? Today we're looking at a dramatic move by the United Arab Emirates, Derek Chauvin's latest attempt to overturn his murder conviction, Nancy Mace's surprising look at life after Congress—and the South Carolina Senate debate moment that went viral nationwide. 🇮🇷 IRAN JUST LOST A CRITICAL ECONOMIC LIFELINE The United Arab Emirates has suspended trade, commercial exchanges and financial transactions with Iran after accusing Tehran of firing ballistic missiles toward maritime traffic. This could be a major development. The UAE has been one of Iran's most important commercial partners and a crucial connection to the international financial system. If that economic door closes, how much additional pressure does it put on Tehran? President Trump has repeatedly argued that economic pressure can accomplish what military force alone cannot: force Iran back to the negotiating table. Could this be the pressure point that finally changes the course of the war? We have our latest Iran update. ⚖️ DEREK CHAUVIN WANTS HIS MURDER CONVICTION THROWN OUT Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin is making another attempt to overturn his state murder conviction in the death of George Floyd. Chauvin has filed a new petition challenging his conviction—and this time he has a very prominent supporter. Elon Musk wrote on X: "Derek Chauvin was unjustly convicted of murder, therefore he should be freed." We'll examine the arguments Chauvin is making, the evidence his attorneys say deserves another look and what would have to happen for his conviction to actually be vacated. 🇺🇸 NANCY MACE REVEALS WHAT'S NEXT—AND NINE TATTOOS?! South Carolina Congresswoman Nancy Mace is preparing for life after Congress—and apparently we're learning a few things about her along the way. Mace has revealed that she has nine tattoos and discussed some of their personal meanings as she prepares to leave the House. We'll talk about the tattoos, what Mace says she's planning next and why the outspoken South Carolina congresswoman continues to generate headlines. 🎤 THE QUESTION GRETA VAN SUSTEREN WISHES SHE HADN'T ASKED And then there's the moment from Tuesday night's South Carolina U.S. Senate debate that has gone national. Sen. Darline Graham and Congressman Ralph Norman were participating in a Newsmax debate when moderator Greta Van Susteren asked a question that produced an answer almost immediately destined to go viral. Now Van Susteren says she regrets asking it. We'll play the moment, talk about what happened and discuss whether one awkward answer should really matter when voters are choosing their next United States senator. With South Carolina's special Republican Senate runoff approaching, this race suddenly has a whole lot more national attention. 📩 Join our mailing list at JoeyHudson.com 📱 Firmin Ford Text Line: 864-477-JOEY (5639) Subscribe for daily political analysis, breaking national news, South Carolina politics and conversations about the issues affecting American families. Facebook: facebook.com/joeyhudsononline X: @joeyhudson #Iran #Trump #UAE #DerekChauvin #GeorgeFloyd #ElonMusk #NancyMace #GretaVanSusteren #RalphNorman #DarlineGraham #SouthCarolina #SCSenate #SCPolitics #BreakingNews #JustTheTruth
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August 19 · 34 min
Clarence Thomas Names the Schools Where Conservatives Are “Off Limits” (Ep 812)
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Today's show covers Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas' warning about ideological intolerance at some of America's most prestigious universities, the continuing national debate over transgender athletes competing in women's sports, and the developing race for a seat on the South Carolina Supreme Court. ⚖️ CLARENCE THOMAS NAMES NAMES Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas says there are elite American institutions where prominent conservatives essentially understand that they're not welcome. And Thomas isn't speaking in generalities—he named names. During a discussion hosted by the Hoover Institution, Thomas specifically talked about Stanford Law School and his experiences with other elite universities. Thomas said there are certain places that are simply considered "presumptively off limits" to conservative speakers. Think about that. Universities are supposed to be places where competing ideas are debated, challenged and defended. So what happens when students are increasingly exposed only to viewpoints that professors and administrators find acceptable? We'll examine Thomas' comments and the larger question of whether America's universities still value genuine intellectual diversity. 🏃‍♀️ AMERICA REMAINS DIVIDED OVER TRANSGENDER ATHLETES The battle over transgender athletes competing in women's sports continues across America. Fox News Digital recently spoke with Americans who offered sharply different opinions on whether biological males who identify as transgender women should be permitted to compete against female athletes. Supporters argue it's an issue of inclusion and equal treatment. Opponents argue there's a fundamental issue of competitive fairness because of the physical advantages associated with male puberty. We'll hear the arguments and discuss a question that's increasingly being decided by legislatures, athletic organizations and the courts: Can America protect opportunities for female athletes while also treating transgender Americans with dignity and respect? 🏛️ WHO WILL JOIN THE SOUTH CAROLINA SUPREME COURT? The race for a seat on South Carolina's highest court is taking shape. At least five judges have filed as candidates, including two sitting South Carolina Court of Appeals judges and the former wife of a late Republican state representative. Unlike most states, South Carolina voters don't directly elect Supreme Court justices. Members of the General Assembly ultimately choose them. We'll look at who's running, how the process works and why the selection of a state Supreme Court justice matters to every South Carolinian. 📩 Join our mailing list at JoeyHudson.com 📱 Firmin Ford Text Line: 864-477-JOEY (5639) Subscribe for daily political analysis, breaking national news, South Carolina politics and conversations about the issues affecting American families. Facebook: facebook.com/joeyhudsononline X: @joeyhudson #ClarenceThomas #SupremeCourt #FreeSpeech #Stanford #Conservatives #TransgenderAthletes #WomensSports #TitleIX #SouthCarolina #SCSupremeCourt #SCPolitics #BreakingNews #Politics #JustTheTruth
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August 19 · 41 min
Beef Prices Could Decide the Midterms | NY Socialist Defends Shoplifting (Ep 813)
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Today's show covers the soaring price of beef and its potential impact on the November midterm elections, a New York socialist lawmaker's controversial comments about shoplifting, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's fight over proposed Muslim washing facilities at DFW Airport, and the latest developments surrounding the Alex Murdaugh retrial. 🥩 WHY IS BEEF SO EXPENSIVE? Relief from record-high beef prices may depend on something America can't fix overnight: rebuilding the nation's shrinking cattle herd. America entered 2026 with one of its smallest cattle inventories in decades, putting continued pressure on the price of hamburger, steaks and other beef products. And this isn't simply an agriculture story anymore—it's becoming a political story. When voters walk into a grocery store, they don't need an economist to tell them whether they can afford dinner. With affordability already a major issue, could stubbornly high beef prices become another problem for Republicans heading into November's midterm elections? 🛒 A "BIOLOGICAL NEED" TO SHOPLIFT? A socialist New York state lawmaker is facing criticism after arguing that some people steal because of what she described as a "biological need." We'll put those comments into context and discuss the larger debate over shoplifting, crime, poverty and personal responsibility. If stealing merchandise can be justified as meeting a biological need, where exactly does society draw the line? ✈️ GREG ABBOTT STEPS INTO DFW AIRPORT CONTROVERSY Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is challenging plans involving Islamic wudu washing facilities at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport. Abbott argues that a government-owned airport cannot provide preferential treatment to one religion and has ordered a review of state funding involving major Texas airports. Is this about religious accommodation—or government giving one faith special treatment? We'll examine both sides of the debate. ⚖️ THE ALEX MURDAUGH SAGA ISN'T OVER The Alex Murdaugh case is once again dominating headlines as preparations begin for his new murder trial. After the South Carolina Supreme Court overturned Murdaugh's murder convictions over issues involving former Colleton County Clerk of Court Becky Hill, attention now turns toward the retrial. What will prosecutors do differently? What will the defense argue? And can prosecutors convince another South Carolina jury beyond a reasonable doubt? The world watched the first trial—and there's little doubt they'll be watching again. 📩 Join our mailing list at JoeyHudson.com 📱 Firmin Ford Text Line: 864-477-JOEY (5639) Subscribe for daily political analysis, breaking national news, South Carolina politics and conversations about the issues affecting American families. Facebook: facebook.com/joeyhudsononline X: @joeyhudson #BeefPrices #Inflation #MidtermElections #Shoplifting #GregAbbott #Texas #DFWAirport #AlexMurdaugh #MurdaughTrial #SouthCarolina #SCPolitics #Election2026 #BreakingNews #Politics #JustTheTruth

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