Hour 3 [05/13/2026]: Sam Page Job Controversy, DEI Backlash, Illinois Gas Tax Spike, and Viral Trump Fight Poll Debate

Hour 3 opens with St. Louis County Councilman Dennis Hancock discussing allegations that County Executive Sam Page violated rules by working outside his official duties, with pressure mounting for further legal review and potential removal proceedings. The hour then shifts to Stefan Padfield from the Heritage Foundation, who breaks down ongoing DEI policy battles in corporations and universities, warning that rebranding efforts are masking continued ideological influence, while also addressing scrutiny of the Southern Poverty Law Center and related legal and organizational controversies. Later, Dylan Sharkey of the Illinois Policy Institute details Illinois’ escalating gas tax structure, including automatic annual increases, layered local taxes, and rising fuel costs that continue to pressure drivers despite large existing transportation funds. The hour closes with a viral YouGov poll discussion questioning whether Americans believe they could beat Donald Trump in a fight, breaking down partisan responses and highlighting how politically charged perceptions distort even absurd hypothetical scenarios. Hashtags: #Hour3 #MissouriPolitics #SamPage #DEI #HeritageFoundation #Illinois #GasPrices #TaxPolicy #YouGov #DonaldTrump #TalkRadio #PoliticalDebate