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Shocking reports of terrorism against Tesla dealerships, with incendiary devices and firebombing targeting the EV giant over Elon Musk’s political views. Are Democrats, the self-proclaimed defenders of democracy, behind these attacks? We dive into the chaos, exposing the hypocrisy and the dismantling of the climate movement. We also debunk lies about the Department of Education closure: it’s not the end of education, it’s a chance for states to prioritize kids over bureaucracy. From Tim Walz’s failing education record in Minnesota to teachers union misinformation about students with disabilities. Plus, new data reveals Democrats’ brand is crumbling worse than ever—Axios calls it a ‘Dark Deep Hole’—with Biden desperate to reclaim major party influence.

ABOUT 10 Minute Drill: 10 Minute Drill is your morning 10-minute rundown of the most important stories in news and politics, hosted by veteran political strategist Matt Whitlock. We’re keeping it fun, fast, and light so you can start your day on the right foot.

Chuck Schumer clean-up effort leads to even bigger messes. Media ignores left-wing coordination of town hall protests. Unpacking the Schumer/Biden plot to make wealthy Democrats even wealthier through climate giveaways. Dems push to raise taxes on the poor by ending Trump tax cuts. You can’t make it up: woke university official makes powerpoint presentation about breaking the law on DEI.

New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday! 

ABOUT 10 Minute Drill: 10 Minute Drill is your morning 10-minute rundown of the most important stories in news and politics, hosted by veteran political strategist Matt Whitlock. We’re keeping it fun, fast, and light so you can start your day on the right foot.

Democrat shutdown chaos and knee-jerk opposition leads to new pollings lows as President Trump’s agenda hits new polling highs 

New troubling reports about Joe Biden’s staff using his autopen to push personal agendas 

President Trump deports violent illegal alien gang members from Tren De Aragua, daring Democrats to oppose

President Trump takes decisive action to stop Houthi terrorists in Yemen who have been terrorizing American ships and military personnel 

You can’t make it up: the newest Dem group attacking Republicans for “catering to billionaires” is funded by a left-wing foreign billionaire

Did Congresswoman AOC use tax dollars to fund dance classes?

Trump and Republicans navigate Democrat government shutdown threats.

 Bernie and the Democrats’ class warfare blows up in their faces.

 Does President Trump have the ability to deport pro-Hamas protestors from college campuses? Checking in on tariffs and the Trump economy.

Is President Trump brokering a peace deal between Ukraine and Russia?

About 10 Minute Drill: Your morning 10-minute rundown of the most important stories in news and politics, hosted by veteran political strategist Matt Whitlock. We’re keeping it fun, fast, and light because you’ve got enough going on. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday.

There’s a civil war amongst the democrats! We break it all down.

Is taking a page out of Meghan Markle’s playbook the best move?

A CR is not the preferred move for Republicans, but Trump knows it’s the best short term option.

DOGE is changing their approach from a chainsaw to a scalpel. Which department goes under the knife first?

O.H. Skinner joins us for our very first overtime segment as we discuss the Trump Dream House. 

0:00 - Intro

0:31 - Dem Civil War

1:15 - Markle Effect

6:25 - Shutdown Avoided?

7:41 - Refocusing DOGE

9:36 - What I’m Grilling

10:18 - Overtime with O.H.

About 10 Minute Drill: Your morning 10-minute rundown of the most important stories in news and politics, hosted by veteran political strategist Matt Whitlock. We’re keeping it fun, fast, and light because you’ve got enough going on. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday.

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AMERICA IS BACK

Unpacking President Trump’s joint address to Congress

Democrats meltdown with paddles, canes, and frowny faces 

Brand new data about what Americans thought of the speech 

Unpacking the great media disconnect with the American people 

Did Pete Buttigieg put Americans in danger by allowing air traffic controllers to rely on floppy disks?

Where does the Russia-Ukraine war go from here and what will America’s role be?

Can anyone count on Europe as a reliable partner?

We preview President Trump’s joint address to Congress tonight.

Trump is polling well on the economy, but how are people feeling about costs?

The Senate takes up the fight to defend women’s sports.

The Wall Street Journal may have declared “woke” dead, but we aren’t so sure.

Trump executive orders claim the mantle of “return to normal” after Biden’s leftward tilt 

Dark money drives Democrats to wildly unpopular fights and positions

Sheldon Whitehouse’s dark money scandal 

Speaker Johnson gets a big win on budget vote 

Maine Democrats silence Rep. for protecting women’s sports 

Unpacking the WHCA scandal

About 10 Minute Drill: Your morning 10-minute rundown of the most important stories in news and politics, hosted by veteran political strategist Matt Whitlock. We’re keeping it fun, fast, and light because you’ve got enough going on. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday.

We break down new data about how American's feel about Trump's first month.

Did we really vote for Elon Musk?

Stacey Abrams makes a $2 Billion case for DOGE.

Your morning 10-minute rundown of the most important stories in news and politics, hosted by veteran political strategist Matt Whitlock. We’re keeping it fun, fast, and light. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday.

This week on The 10 Minute Drill, we’re unpacking one of the most chaotic news cycles yet. From President Trump’s high-stakes Middle East visit and the release of American hostage Edan Alexander, to a surprise China trade deal, an explosive executive order on drug prices, and Democrats escalating their war on ICE—this episode covers it all.

We break down:

• Trump in the Middle East: The former president kicks off his term with a trip focused on peace talks—and controversy over Qatar’s role in the release of hostages.
  
  

• Edan Alexander Freed: After 580 days in Hamas captivity, the last surviving American hostage is home. But what about the 59 others?
  
  

• China Trade Deal: After “marathon” Geneva talks, Trump secures a 90-day tariff pause with China. The markets soar—what’s next?
  
  

• Drug Price Controls: Trump’s executive order targets Big Pharma—but critics like Steve Forbes and Kim Strassel warn it could kill innovation.
  
  

• Democrats vs ICE: Viral videos show Democrats physically clashing with ICE agents. One facility housed suspected terrorists and child predators.
  
  

• The Big Beautiful Bill: A GOP budget bill with Medicaid work requirements and citizenship verification—with sky-high voter support.
  
  

• Hawaii’s Climate Hypocrisy: The state sues Big Oil for climate change… but skips the biggest local polluter who donates to Democrats.
  
  

• Bourgeois Bernie: From coach to private jets, we look at how Bernie Sanders became the millionaire socialist who skips the TSA line.
  
  

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