Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson
NEW REPORT: Could DNA evidence play a role in the federal investigation involving Congresswoman Ilhan Omar? And what would investigators have to prove?
The New York Post reports that federal prosecutors are examining DNA evidence as part of an investigation into longstanding allegations that Minnesota Congresswoman Ilhan Omar married her biological brother in 2009 to help him obtain immigration benefits.
The report cites unnamed sources familiar with the investigation, but the alleged sibling relationship and immigration fraud have not been proven. The nature and significance of the reported DNA evidence have not been publicly established.
Omar has repeatedly denied wrongdoing and has described the investigation as politically motivated.
We'll examine the latest reporting, the questions surrounding the alleged evidence, and what would be required for federal prosecutors to bring a case.
DOJ CHARGES 28 FOREIGN NATIONALS IN CALIFORNIA ELECTION CASES
The Justice Department announced charges against 28 lawful permanent residents accused of illegally registering to vote in U.S. elections.
Federal agents arrested 11 of those defendants Monday as part of an initiative called Operation Protect the Vote.
According to prosecutors, most of the defendants allegedly cast ballots in elections despite not being U.S. citizens.
Green-card holders can legally live and work in the United States, but they are not eligible to vote in federal elections.
We'll look at the charges, the government's evidence and what these cases tell us about election enforcement as the November 3 midterms approach.
UNITED AIRLINES CEO CALLS FOR NEAR-100% INHERITANCE TAX
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby is generating controversy after calling for a national wealth tax and inheritance taxes approaching 100% for certain estates.
Kirby argues that growing wealth inequality threatens American society and says a nationwide tax would prevent wealthy individuals from avoiding state taxes simply by moving.
But critics argue that taxing inherited wealth at such high rates could discourage saving and investment, create problems for family-owned businesses and undermine the ability to pass assets to the next generation.
Supporters of higher estate taxes argue they could reduce concentrated inherited wealth and help fund public priorities.
Kirby did not specify the estate value at which his proposed near-100% tax would apply.
We'll discuss his remarks, the difference between existing estate taxes and his proposal, and the larger debate over how much of a family's accumulated wealth should be passed on to future generations.
SC GOP CHAIRMAN DREW MCKISSICK JOINS THE SHOW
South Carolina Republican Party Chairman Drew McKissick joins us to discuss the start of early voting, the November 3 general election and President Donald Trump's return to the Upstate this week.
President Trump is scheduled to hold a midterm rally Wednesday, October 21, at the T. Ed Garrison Arena in Pendleton, near Clemson University.
Doors are scheduled to open at 3:30 p.m., with presidential remarks beginning at 7 p.m.
We'll discuss what the visit means for South Carolina's political landscape, the issues shaping the state's races and the importance of understanding where, when and how to vote.
TRUMP RALLY INFORMATION
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
T. Ed Garrison Arena, 1101 W. Queen Street, Pendleton, SC
Doors: 3:30 p.m. | Remarks: 7:00 p.m.
Official registration:
https://events.gop.com/events/midterm-rally-in-clemson-sc-president-donald-j-trump-djt47
SOUTH CAROLINA EARLY VOTING
Early voting is underway for the November 3 general election.
Find official locations, voting hours and voter information at https://scvotes.gov/
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