JD Vance - Why Have a Government if it's Not Functioning? - Shawn Ryan

Today, we have the privilege of sitting down with JD Vance, a man who has become a critical voice in American politics. JD Vance, known for his bestselling memoir Hillbilly Elegy, is Donald Trump's VP pick and has built a reputation for his deep understanding of Middle America and its struggles. On this solemn day, 9/11, JD shares not only where he was on that fateful day but also the tragic stories from this sober anniversary, reflecting on how the events shaped the course of his life and his decision to enlist in the Marine Corps. He highlights the wave of enlistments that followed 9/11 and contrasts it with today's troubling decline in recruitment.

In this episode, we dive deep into Vance’s views on pressing issues like the Biden-Harris administration’s funding of terrorism and the ongoing war in Ukraine. We explore the troubling amount of taxpayer dollars being spent overseas while American families face financial struggles at home. JD also shares his insight on Israel, the crisis at the border, government reform, and the evolving role of AI technology. This conversation not only covers current policy challenges but also explores JD Vance's vision for addressing these critical issues facing our nation.

00:00 - Introduction
00:37 - 9/11
06:23 - America United
09:12 - Government shutdown
12:45 - Ending wars
18:45 - Ukraine and natural gas
28:43 - Taiwan
30:21 - The border
36:39 - Deportation
42:50 - Trump, Elon, The VA
51:02 - Censorship
53:51 - Cost of living

JD Vance - Why Have a Government if it's Not Functioning? | SRS #130
00:00 - Introduction
00:37 - 9/11
06:23 - America United
09:12 - Government shutdown
12:45 - Ending wars
18:45 - Ukraine and natural gas
28:43 - Taiwan
30:21 - The border
36:39 - Deportation
42:50 - Trump, Elon, The VA
51:02 - Censorship
53:51 - Cost of living

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