Host Charlie James opens the second hour by reflecting on the political climate and playing a campaign-themed song written about candidate Darlene Graham titled "Darlene, Darlene, Washington's Favorite Queen" by Pink Zinnia B. The segment shifts into a detailed analysis of the vast financial backing entering the South Carolina Senate race. James highlights that political action committees such as Security is Strength and Push Digital LLC have already allocated over $600,000 to pro-Graham television, digital, text, and direct mail advertising, with total spending projected to approach $900,000. He reads an official statement released by Graham on social media emphasizing border security and her endorsement of several federal immigration bills, including measures regarding birthright citizenship, sanctuary cities, E-Verify, and law enforcement support. While acknowledging the appeal of these proposals, James challenges how Graham or any candidate plans to overcome the 60-vote filibuster threshold in the U.S. Senate. He argues that legislative reform will require procedural changes to the filibuster or strategic maneuvers by Senate leadership to force recorded votes on bills like the SAVE America Act.
