Dawn opens the morning alongside Dan Borowski, reacting to Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s trip to Athens, Greece, and his fiery defense of President Donald Trump’s foreign policy. We break down Rubio’s push on regional energy security, counterterrorism, and mass migration, while calling out media malpractice after reporters pressed him over unverified reports. Dawn argues that the Trump administration’s decisive action against Iran’s drone and missile capabilities prioritized national security over political timing, contrasting that with the left's policy fallout.
The crew takes a deep dive into the latest controversies following the midterms, including media hypocrisy surrounding Don Jr. and former Ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle’s tenure in Greece. Special guest and election integrity expert Linda Kearns joins Dawn to weigh in on media spin, social media AI noise, and why voters need to be critical consumers of information. They also discuss Pennsylvania’s massive Meta settlement, where hundreds of millions of dollars are slated for youth mental health and after-school programs rather than election administration.
Looking ahead to local races, Dawn and Linda discuss the mechanics of voting in the region, examining Bucks County’s on-demand mail-in ballot locations and Montgomery County’s new election AI chatbot, "Moe." They emphasize the vital importance of poll watchers, calling on listeners to sign up through Protect the Vote to ensure local oversight. Finally, the team reacts to two Philadelphia assistant district attorneys resigning amidst fallout with D.A. Larry Krasner and previews the high-stakes debate between Treasurer Stacey Garrity and Governor Josh Shapiro.
Oct 07, 2026
