Constitution Avenue

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Constitution Avenue

"Constitution Avenue" is a weekly podcast decoding the three branches of the U.S. government. Join Epoch Times national politics correspondents Jacob Burg and Nathan Worcester, alongside legal correspondent Sam Dorman, as they dissect the nation’s biggest political stories.

  1. Supreme Court Final Rulings and What’s Stalling the ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’

    18H AGO

    Supreme Court Final Rulings and What’s Stalling the ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’

    The reconciliation process in the Senate is subject to the Byrd Rule, which is designed to keep it focused on fiscal issues. In the Senate, this is overseen by the Parliamentarian of the United States Senate Elizabeth MacDonough. Her job is to make sure reconciliation sticks to the rules and to parliamentary procedure. And this week, MacDonough has made some big rulings against the Senate version of the bill.  Meanwhile, the Supreme Court on Friday has issued its remaining major decisions, leaving some celebration for the Trump administration, and a lot of questions. Join Nathan Worcester and Sam Dorman as they explain the latest in congress and courts. Related Reports: Supreme Court Issues Final Rulings for This Year’s Term: 6 Takeaways (Read)5 Takeaways From Major Supreme Court Ruling on Nationwide Injunctions (Read)Senate Referee Strikes Out Key Medicaid Reform Provision From GOP Megabill (Read)Senate Parliamentarian Rules Out Gun Silencer, School Choice Provisions From Megabill (Read)Trump Touts Tax Cuts, Immigration Measures in Megabill as Senate GOP Races to Advance Package (Read) Enjoyed this podcast? Follow us for your Friday front-row seat to U.S. government.

    28 min
  2. The ‘12-Day War’ Recap: Extent of Iran’s Nuclear Program Damage and Trump’s Goal for the Middle East

    1D AGO

    The ‘12-Day War’ Recap: Extent of Iran’s Nuclear Program Damage and Trump’s Goal for the Middle East

    Jacob Burg walks us through the claims of the level of destruction at Iran’s nuclear facilities, and what’s next for U.S. relations in the Middle East. Related Reports: A Timeline: How US Strikes Changed Course of 12 Day War (Read)Senators Receive Classified Briefing on Iran Strike (Read) Enjoyed this podcast? Follow us for your Friday front-row seat to U.S. government.

    6 min
  3. Iran, Israel, and the U.S.—Context as the Conflict Heats Up

    JUN 20

    Iran, Israel, and the U.S.—Context as the Conflict Heats Up

    Today’s guest, Epoch Times military and national security correspondent Ryan Morgan, breaks down the extent of U.S. participation in the Israel-Iran conflict and where it could go next. Nathan explains the key issues that are dividing Republicans and MAGA supporters over Iran’s nuclear ambitions and U.S. involvement.  Jacob zooms out and examines the previous policies that have fueled the conflict. Over at the Supreme Court, Sam goes through this week’s major ruling on transgender procedures and its potential implications for lower courts. Related Reports: Why Israel Needs US ‘Bunker-Buster’ Bombs to Strike Iran’s Fordo Nuclear Site (Read)Trump to Decide on US Action in Iran Within 2 Weeks: White House (Read)5 Takeaways From Supreme Court’s Decision That Allows Ban on Gender Procedures for Minors (Read) Enjoyed this podcast? Follow us for your Friday front-row seat to the U.S. government.

    35 min
  4. LA Riots Recap: What Started Them, What's Next, and How the 'Big Beautiful Bill' Edges Forward in Senate

    JUN 13

    LA Riots Recap: What Started Them, What's Next, and How the 'Big Beautiful Bill' Edges Forward in Senate

    This week, Epoch Times politics reporter Janice Hisle joins Sam and Nathan with a round of updates on the Los Angeles riots. Nathan reports from Capitol Hill on the status of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Sam examines President Donald Trump’s use of state resources and the latest whirlwind at the courts where a federal appeals court has restored Trump’s control of the California National Guard. This came just hours after another judge ordered the administration to return control of the guardsmen to Gov. Gavin Newsom. Related reports: Timeline of Los Angeles Protests, Riots (Read)LA FBI Arrests Man for Supplying ‘Suspected Rioters’ With Face Shields (Read)Appeals Court Restores Trump’s Control of California National Guard (Read) Enjoyed this podcast? Follow us for your Friday front-row seat to the U.S. government.

    24 min
  5. Megabill Feud, Supreme Court Major Decisions, ICE Crackdowns, and Drone Dangers

    JUN 6

    Megabill Feud, Supreme Court Major Decisions, ICE Crackdowns, and Drone Dangers

    Nathan Worcester gives updates on the Republican megabill and why Elon Musk has called it a "disgusting abomination” on the social media platform X. Over at the judiciary branch, the Supreme Court is approaching the end of its term in June. This is the time when the court is expected to release its more controversial decisions. Sam Dorman looks at the outstanding cases and their potential implications for the nation. Jacob Burg reports on the Trump administration’s efforts to address illegal immigration on the streets of cities from one coast to another. Meanwhile, across the Atlantic, Ukraine’s recent drone strikes on Russia have sparked the topic of airspace vulnerabilities in the United States. Epoch Times national security correspondent Andrew Thornebrooke breaks down how cheap, commercially available drones are changing the landscape of modern warfare. Reports Covered: Trump, Musk Trade Barbs Amid Break Over Policy Bill (Read)Big Beautiful Bill Provisions That Could Be Stripped Out in the Senate (Read)Top 9 Supreme Court Decisions to Watch For in June (Read)5 Takeaways From the Fallout After Ukraine’s Drone Attack on Russia (Read)Ukraine Strikes on Russian Air Base Show How Drones Have Changed Modern Warfare (Read)US-China Breakup: It’s Getting Personal | China Watch (Listen) Enjoyed this podcast? Follow us for your Friday front-row seat to U.S. government.

    32 min
  6. Will Neighborhoods Be Safer Under Patel’s FBI? Key Metrics to Watch

    MAY 30

    Will Neighborhoods Be Safer Under Patel’s FBI? Key Metrics to Watch

    Nathan Worcester gives a roundup of recent developments at the FBI, including the reopening of high-profile investigations. What should Americans watch for to assess the impact of the bureau’s ongoing decentralization, as FBI agents are relocated to field offices across the country? Sam Dorman delves into the Court of International Trade and its latest order to block President Donald Trump’s tariffs. Jacob Burg explores who Goliath is in the ongoing Harvard v. Trump battles. Reports Covered: FBI Deputy Director Bongino Says Bureau Looking at Several Cases Involving ‘Potential Public Corruption’ (Read)FBI Leaders Say Video Shows Jeffrey Epstein Died by Suicide, Will Release Footage (Read)Federal Trade Court Blocks Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ Tariffs (Read)Judge Extends Block on Trump Admin’s Bid to Bar Foreign Students at Harvard (Read) Enjoyed this podcast? Follow us for your Friday front-row seat to the U.S. government.

    29 min
  7. GOP Megabill, Trade Deals and the Question of Executive Power: This Week in Politics

    MAY 23

    GOP Megabill, Trade Deals and the Question of Executive Power: This Week in Politics

    Epoch Times reporter Lawrence Wilson joins Constitution Avenue to break down the “One Big, Beautiful Bill” and why the Democrats oppose it. Jacob recaps the ongoing trade deals and tariffs, and how stores such as Target, Walmart and Best Buy are affected. Sam looks at the challenges facing President Donal Trump as he tries  to fire certain top bureaucrats within his administration—and what this could mean for presidential power. Reports Covered: What’s in Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’? (Read)House Passes Trump Agenda Bill in Early Morning Vote (Read)Supreme Court Allows Trump to Remove Protected Status for Venezuelans (Read)Trump Firings Could Prompt Supreme Court Decision on Presidential Power (Read) Enjoyed this podcast? Follow us for your Friday front-row seat to U.S. government.

    25 min
  8. Supreme Court Hearing, Air Traffic Glitches, and the State of the ‘Big Beautiful Bill’

    MAY 16

    Supreme Court Hearing, Air Traffic Glitches, and the State of the ‘Big Beautiful Bill’

    Sam breaks down the intricacies of the recent Supreme Court hearing on national injunctions and birthright citizenship, and what’s next in this judicial matter. Jacob looks at a growing national concern over air travel and the political battle amid the recent Newark Liberty International Airport incident in New Jersey, where the control tower lost contact with pilots three times. Nathan has latest developments on Republicans’ use of budget reconciliation to advance President Donald Trump’s megabill, which would advance agenda items on border, energy, and more, while raising the debt limit by $4 trillion. Reports Covered: 5 Takeaways From Supreme Court Hearing on Nationwide Injunctions, Birthright Citizenship (Read)Why ‘One Big, Beautiful Bill’ Stalled, and What’s Next (Read)FAA to Continue Discussions With Airlines on Reducing Newark Flights (Read) — Enjoyed this podcast? Follow us for your Friday front-row seat to U.S. government.

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    "Constitution Avenue" is a weekly podcast decoding the three branches of the U.S. government. Join Epoch Times national politics correspondents Jacob Burg and Nathan Worcester, alongside legal correspondent Sam Dorman, as they dissect the nation’s biggest political stories.

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