Political Firestorm on Both Coasts! The Rita Cosby Show investigates the crippling $15 billion shutdown, which impacted 5.2 million airline passengers and cost 42 million people their SNAP benefits. Hear House Democrats declaring the shutdown was only "round one". Explore the alarming rise of self-professed socialists and the extreme left, spearheaded by figures like New York's Zohran Mamdani, who is seeking advice from blue state governors to make NYC "Trump proof". We detail Mamdani's controversial anti-policing and anti-Israel views, his lack of experience, and the debate over the fate of Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch under his agenda. Plus, Senator John Fetterman reveals that despite attacks from both sides, the "most poisonous, the bitterest" vitriol comes from the far left. He describes shocking online harassment, including wishes for his death or cheering for his next stroke. Finally, we analyze Fetterman's surprisingly "class act" defense of free speech in the face of political violence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Rita Cosby Show investigates breaking political turbulence across New York. Democratic Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer is reportedly not seeking re-election in 2028 amid intense pressure from progressives. Is this the opening for AOC, who may harbor bigger Senate ambitions? Meanwhile, newly elected Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani faces widespread criticism for his "wacky policies"—from demanding government-run grocery stores to declaring that the NYPD’s "boot" is laced by the IDF, a comment labeled "classic anti-semitic crap". The central question: Should highly respected NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tish stay on, thereby giving the "viscerally anti-police" Mamdani a "rubber stamp of approval" he doesn't deserve? Plus, hear the explosive plot to invite Benjamin Netanyahu to Mamdani’s inauguration! Find out who is trying to be the essential "check" against the man critics call a "destructionist". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rita is joined by NY Congresswoman Claudia Tenney for her reaction to the reopening of the Government. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rita is joined by Congressman Mike Lawler for his reaction to the reopening of the Government. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rita is joined by Political Activist and Radio Host Roger Stone to talk about the reopening of the Government. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rita is joined by Owner Operator of Red Apple Media John Catsimatidis to unpack the dramatic end of the 43-day government shutdown, cheering President Trump for breaking the political logjam. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rita talks to Texas Congresswoman Beth Van Duyne about the ending of the Government shutdown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Rita Cosby for immediate reaction and analysis on this enormous news night, covering the 222-to-209 House vote and President Trump signing the bill to disperse funds. Hear from Red Apple Media owner John Catsimatidis and longtime Trump advisor Roger Stone as they dissect the political motivations: Democrats are accused of holding the American public hostage and attempting to extort the country for hundreds of billions to fund healthcare for illegal aliens. Learn why AOC and Cory Booker are openly calling for the removal of Chuck Schumer, signaling a major civil war within the Democratic party. This is the story of how America got moving again, and the dangerous path ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode of The Rita Cosby Show delivers BREAKING NEWS: The House of Representatives has voted 222 to 209 to reopen the government, officially ending the longest shutdown in U.S. history after 43 long days. Just moments after the vote, President Trump officially signed the legislation into law. Join Rita Cosby and guests, including Congresswomen Beth Van Dyne Congresswoman Claudia Tenney, and Congressman Mike Lawler, as they detail the immense suffering inflicted upon the American public—including millions of SNAP/WIC recipients, federal workers, and air traffic controllers who went unpaid—and analyze the alleged "political tantrum" and "total disaster" the shutdown proved to be for Democrats. Plus, witness the Democratic Party civil war erupting as the far-left, including Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, calls for House and Senate leadership to step down following the reopening. Find out what happens next as the country attempts to recover from the political chaos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rita Cosby delivers insight on the biggest political conflicts and current events. This episode dissects the chaotic end of the government shutdown, which caused tens of millions of dollars of chaos daily, and the resulting "Democratic civil war," fueled by those who are furious that eight Senate Democrats voted to open the government. Rita honor our veterans on Veterans Day, celebrating the enormous support President Trump has always shown for the military, including personally saving the 1995 New York City Veterans Day parade with a half-million-dollar fundraise. The conversation turns to the necessity of law and order, examining the lawlessness in major cities and the dangerous political ambitions of Zohran Mamdani, who is unapologetically anti-Israel and aligned with radical extremists. Finally, Rita explore the disrespectful political attacks on highly qualified individuals, such as Hakeem Jeffries’ tirade against Dr. Oz, and debate whether mandatory boot camp or military service is the solution for shaping up today’s youth and teaching them the importance of sacrifice and country. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rita talks honors Veterans Day and Polish Independence Day, reflecting on the profound sacrifices of the US military. The program dives into breaking political news: President Trump’s White House Press Secretary claims California Governor Gavin Newsom is under investigation for a criminal scheme involving the registration of illegal immigrants to vote. Highlighting voter integrity concerns, the show then focuses heavily on the controversy surrounding New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, whom Bernie Sanders has championed as the model for the new Democratic party. Legal expert Alan Dershowitz challenges Mamdani to attempt the arrest, promising to stand by Netanyahu's side. Finally, the discussion addresses the lack of values among some young Americans, spurred by violent, anti-Semitic Antifa protests at UC Berkeley, where demonstrators chanted vile messages celebrating the death of Charlie Kirk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rita breaks down the growing chaos from the ongoing government shutdown, with flights now being cut at 40 major airports and air traffic slashed due to unpaid and exhausted air traffic controllers. Rita also covers explosive political fallout after Zohran Mamdani’s victory in New York, including reaction from House Speaker Mike Johnson, former Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich, legal expert Alan Dershowitz, and callers who warn about rising anti-Israel sentiment, public safety concerns, and fears about what Mamdani’s agenda means for New York and America. This episode is packed with breaking news, strong opinions, and powerful calls from listeners who are deeply worried about the direction of the country. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rita exposes the alarming agenda behind mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani and the Democratic Socialists of America, including plans to divest New York City funds tied to Israel, cut off banks and companies that support Israel, target NYPD partnerships, and push extreme anti-Israel policies. Rita plays shocking audio from Mamdani supporters celebrating Sharia law, takes calls from outraged listeners, and breaks down why young voters and many women backed him. It is a powerful and troubling look at what may be coming to New York and America under a radical socialist movement that shows no signs of slowing down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rita Cosby dives into the chaos of the biggest government shutdown in modern history (now 36 days long), which has forced the FAA to mandate a 10% flight cut at 40 major airports due to severe staffing shortages as air traffic controllers call out sick because they aren't getting paid. Then, Rita dissects the "disastrous" election night results, focusing intensely on the shocking victory of Zohran Mamdani in New York City. Hear President Trump blast the new mayor as a "communist" and predict a forthcoming disaster and mass exodus from the "capital of capitalism". From Mamdani's fiery, "vitriolic" victory speech—deemed a case of "Trump Derangement Syndrome"—to fears of up to 4,000 NYPD officers leaving, Rita breaks down what this radical, "my way or the highway" administration means for the future of New York and America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rita explores the "catastrophic" election of Zohran Mamdani, the new New York City mayor-elect. The 34-year-old, self-professed Democratic socialist won the race after the anti-Mamdami vote was split between Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa. Rita analyzes Mamdani's "vitriol" and direct challenge to President Trump, who warned the mayor-elect that the federal government "always trumps local" regarding funding. The episode details the serious concerns surrounding Mamdani's ties to the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), who are openly telegraphing demands to defund police, regulate land sales. There are also shocking reports of New Yorkers attempting to flee the city. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's an "enormous night" of breaking news as election results pour in across the country, but the panel is focused on the "frightening and catastrophic" victory of Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani in New York City. Characterized as a "socialist," a "radical extremist," Mamdani’s win signals a "troubling trend across this country". Join Rita Cosby, New York GOP Chair Ed Cox, former Rudy Giuliani, Chief of Staff Tony Carbonetti, and former NYPD detective Mike Sapraicone as they detail the nightmare ahead for the biggest city in the U.S.. Discussions center on Mandani’s "very extreme policies," including his plans to "Defund the police," eliminate the gifted education program, and end critical cooperation with the Joint Terrorist Task Force. The panel warns that Mamdani, who is already blaming Donald Trump for unrelated events, will be an "in-your-face mayor" defined by "theatrics" and a war with the federal government. This victory for the "radical left," now led by Mamdani and AOC, proves the Democratic Party is "completely out of step with what America's about". Pray for New York. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rita is joined by Owner Operator of Red Apple Media John Catsimatidis, Governor of Oklahoma Kevin Stitt, GOP Chairman Ed Cox, Judge Richard Weinberg, former Governor of NY David Paterson, former Chief of Staff to Rudy Giuliani, Tony Carbonetti and former NYPD Detective Mike Sapraicone. It was a stunning night in New York City and across America. Host Rita Cosby and an expert panel deliver urgent, raw analysis on chaotic election results, including key Democratic victories in Virginia and New Jersey. The central focus: the shocking win of Zohran Mamdani, described as an "extreme radical Islamist extreme socialist," as the next Mayor of New York City. Panelists express shock and fear that this victory signals the darkest times for America's biggest city. Dive deep into concerns over a coming fiscal crisis (due to the $116 billion budget controlled by the mayor), the potential destruction of public safety, Mamdani's anti-business policies, and the accelerating exodus of companies from the "capital of capitalism". This is an emergency broadcast about the radical left taking over and the devastating costs to the Big Apple. Pray for New York. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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