The Rush Hour With Dave Neal

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8-28-26 Bonus Weekend Ep! Laura Owens Pleads Guilty & Tucker Carlson Calls for Trump's Removal Aug 29, 2026

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Breaking news: Laura Owens has pleaded guilty as part of a plea deal. We break down what she admitted to, which charges are involved, and what happens next.

Plus, Hasan Piker Derangement Syndrome takes over MS NOW, and Tucker Carlson shocks MAGA by calling for Donald Trump's removal. It's a packed bonus episode of the Rush Hour Podcast!

8-28-26 Afternoon Rush - PLEA DEAL DAY: Will Laura Owens Take the Deal—or Risk Trial? Plus Canada Fights Back & Iran War Updates! Aug 28, 2026

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It's plea deal day for Laura Owens. Will she accept the offer, or reject it and take her chances at trial? We break down the stakes and what could happen next. Plus, Canada is fighting back against America's economic trade war, and a stunning update from the war in Iran: a payroll crisis has left U.S. troops without their paychecks.

8-28-26 Morning Rush - CNN CATCHES Hasan Piker Derangement Syndrome! Global Diesel Crisis Worsens Aug 28, 2026

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CNN's Dana Bash is caught defending positions associated with Hasan Piker as the media's obsession reaches a new level. We break down the latest case of "Hasan Piker Derangement Syndrome" and what the controversy reveals about the political-media establishment. Plus, the global oil crisis intensifies as diesel supplies plunge to a historic low—threatening higher prices, shipping disruptions and economic pain worldwide.

8-27-26 Afternoon Rush - Florida Fraud BOMBSHELL: $10M Stolen From Sick Kids?! Iran Missile Crisis & "Lake America" Aug 27, 2026

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A Florida grand jury has uncovered an alleged massive fraud scheme involving $10 million meant to help sick children. Plus, the war in Iran reaches another dangerous stage as U.S. missile defenses reportedly run critically low and ships continue to come under attack. And in today's wildest breaking story, Donald Trump moves to rename Lake Ontario "Lake America."

8-26-26 Afternoon Rush - RIP Tim Curry & Hasan Piker Smear Campaign Exposed & Great Polling Updates In Texas! Aug 26, 2026

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On this afternoon edition of The Rush Hour, Donald Trump is reportedly asking Russia for help reopening the Strait of Hormuz as the escalating crisis threatens global oil supplies. We break down what this extraordinary request means for the war, gas prices, and America's standing on the world stage.

Plus, we remember legendary actor Tim Curry, who has passed away at the age of 80, and unpack the coordinated smears targeting progressive political commentator Hasan Piker.

8-26-26 Morning Rush - CIA DIRECTOR MEETS PUTIN—ARE WE HEADING TOWARD WAR? Aug 26, 2026

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The CIA director travels to Russia for a high-stakes meeting with Vladimir Putin—but what was discussed, and could this signal that another war is on the horizon? We break down the latest developments, what the meeting could mean, and all the major updates from the war in Iran.

Plus, Donald Trump is threatening to demolish the Kennedy Center if his name isn't added to the building. We'll unpack that bizarre demand and share an absolutely insane update from the court battle.

8-25-26 Afternoon Rush - BREAKING: Dolly Parton Dead at 80 | Canada Strikes Back & Medicare for All Hits Fox News Aug 25, 2026

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Breaking news out of Nashville: Dolly Parton, the beloved country music icon, songwriter and philanthropist, has passed away at 80. We reflect on the extraordinary life and legacy of a Tennessee legend whose music, generosity and unmistakable personality touched generations.

Plus, Canada strikes back as the tariff battle escalates, opening another dangerous chapter in Trump's economic war with our closest neighbor. And Dr. Abdul El-Sayed takes the case for Medicare for All directly to Fox News, challenging Jesse Watters and making the argument that healthcare should be a right—not a luxury.

All that and more on the afternoon edition of The Rush Hour.

8-25-26 Morning Rush - TED CRUZ EXPOSED?! Israeli Money Scandal & Trump's Economic War With Canada Aug 25, 2026

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Ted Cruz is facing explosive new scrutiny over claims that Israeli government money helped fund advertising on his podcast. We break down what the reporting actually shows, who paid whom, and the serious questions it raises about foreign influence and political media.

Plus, the economic war with Canada is escalating. We've got the latest updates on tariffs, trade retaliation, rising prices, and what this cross-border showdown could mean for American workers and consumers.

8-24-26 Afternoon Rush - ECONOMIC D-DAY: Iran War Fallout & ICE Detains a Military Family's Son Aug 24, 2026

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Economic D-Day has arrived—but what does it mean for the war in Iran, oil prices, and the financial pain facing everyday Americans? We break down the latest escalation and where this crisis could go next.

Then, ICE reportedly detains the son of a U.S. military service member. We examine the disturbing case, the latest developments involving ICE, and mounting allegations of corruption and abuse inside America's immigration-enforcement system.

8-24-26 Morning Rush - IMPORTED BEEF DISASTER! Trump Launches Economic War With Canada Aug 24, 2026

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On today's morning edition of The Rush Hour, we're covering three major stories shaking the country and the world. First, the imported beef disaster—and what it could mean for American ranchers, grocery prices and the food supply. Then, the escalating economic war with Canada threatens to inflict even more damage on consumers and businesses on both sides of the border. Plus, we have the latest developments from the war in Iran as tensions continue to rise and the consequences spread far beyond the Middle East.

Dave Neal breaks it all down with sharp analysis, a little comedy and absolutely no corporate spin.