The Maggie Daun Show

Maggie and Tom Palzewicz dissect the ongoing political turmoil, focusing on the House shutdown led by Speaker Mike Johnson. They reveal the GOP’s efforts to block a discharge petition that could release Epstein files, highlighting Trump’s influence over the Speaker. Maggie exposes the Republican lie claiming Democrats want to give free healthcare to undocumented immigrants, […]

Guest: Tom Palzewicz

Mon Oct 13, 2025

42:25

In this first hour, Maggie Daun and Tom Palzewicz dissect the tangled web of political corruption and hypocrisy surrounding U.S.–Qatar relations. Once branding Qatar a “funder of terrorism,” Donald Trump has since reversed course—now approving a U.S. Air Force base in Idaho while reportedly securing a $5.5 billion golf resort deal in Qatar. Maggie and […]

Guest: Tom Palzewicz

Mon Oct 13, 2025

42:32

As political tensions escalate, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) faces an existential threat. Health policy expert Jennifer Sullivan outlines the devastating impact of cutting premium tax credits—jeopardizing coverage for more than 22 million Americans. With the MAGA regime tightening its hold on power, Democrats scramble to safeguard access to affordable healthcare. The unstable insurance marketplace […]

Guests: Jennifer Sullivan, Teri Barr

Fri Oct 10, 2025

42:50

Maggie unpacks a storm of political deceit and policy fallout, spotlighting a federal court’s rebuke of Trump-era tactics. Judge April Perry’s ruling exposes how the administration exaggerated claims of rebellion to justify the misuse of federal forces against peaceful protesters. Maggie also calls out the hypocrisy of political figures like Kristi Noem, contrasting their past […]

Guest: Jeramey Jannene

Fri Oct 10, 2025

42:33

Maggie examines the troubling misuse of military force in domestic politics, spotlighting Donald Trump’s controversial deployment of the National Guard and ICE agents in cities like Chicago. Professor Josh Braver, Assistant Law Professor at the University of Wisconsin, underscores the constitutional risks of eroding civilian control of the military and Trump’s disregard for established legal […]

Guest: Josh Braver

Thu Oct 9, 2025

41:45

Maggie unpacks a whirlwind of current affairs, including the controversial indictment of Letitia James by a Trump-appointed prosecutor and a heated discussion on a recent Milwaukee police shooting. She also examines the ongoing federal government shutdown, highlighting the furlough of essential workers amid political gridlock. On the international stage, Maggie explores a tentative Gaza peace […]

Thu Oct 9, 2025

41:25

Diving into democracy, Maggie explores the controversial decision by a Waukesha County judge requiring the Wisconsin Elections Commission to verify voter citizenship, sparking debate on election security and logistics. Joined by Mike Tate and Scott Klug of the Democracy Defense Project, discussions highlight bipartisan efforts to improve voter confidence through early ballot processing and standardized […]

Guests: Mike Tate, Scott Klug

Wed Oct 8, 2025

42:25

Maggie blends Brewers updates with a sharp look at the Trump administration’s controversial cuts to Wisconsin’s special education funding. She then shifts focus to the future of politics, joined by Emily Cherniack of New Politics, to examine why service-driven leadership matters more than elitist credentials. Together, they highlight rising leaders like Milwaukee County Executive David […]

Guest: Emily Cherniack

Wed Oct 8, 2025

42:21

Maggie unpacks Attorney General Pam Bondi’s evasive Senate testimony, spotlighting her repeated dodges on critical issues. Bondi sidestepped questions about her conflicts of interest, the $50,000 payment involving Tom Homan, and the shaky legal rationale for military strikes on alleged cartel boats. She also failed to address rumors surrounding compromising photos of Trump with Jeffrey […]

Tue Oct 7, 2025

42:34

Maggie takes on political chaos from Wisconsin to Washington. Former U.S. Attorney Jim Santelle joins to break down federal rulings on Trump’s controversial deployment of National Guard troops, exposing partisan misuse and defiance of the law. Maggie also highlights Republican infighting over healthcare premiums, with Marjorie Taylor Greene openly criticizing her own party. Maggie and […]

Guests: James L. Santelle, Jim Santelle

Tue Oct 7, 2025

42:19