In this episode of The Bauer and Rose Podcast, Tom Rose and Gary Bauer dive into a whirlwind of political and societal issues, beginning with a critique of the Republican-controlled Congress's attempt to pass a massive 1500-page bill in the dead of night. They express their frustration over the lack of transparency and the implications of adding billions to an already bloated federal budget. The conversation shifts to the GOP's internal dynamics, with Bauer and Rose dissecting Speaker Johnson's challenges in managing a slim majority and the influence of hard-right Republicans. They ponder the perennial fear of government shutdowns and question whether the political landscape has shifted enough to withstand such a scenario without Republicans caving. As the discussion unfolds, the hosts delve into the media's role in shaping public perception, particularly in the context of vaccine debates and the portrayal of figures like RFK Jr. They highlight the media's bias and the consequences of stifling scientific inquiry, drawing parallels to historical instances of censorship. The episode also explores the alarming rise of drone incursions over U.S. military bases, pointing fingers at potential foreign threats and expressing concern over the federal government's lack of transparency and action. In a lighter segment, Bauer and Rose tackle the contentious issue of daylight saving time, echoing Donald Trump's call to end the biannual time changes and questioning the historical rationale behind it. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.