Topic: Gary Peters

The Department of Homeland Security is facing a partial shutdown as Democrats and Republicans clash over immigration enforcement. Senator Gary Peters of Michigan discussed the need for "common sense guardrails" on federal agents, including requirements for agents to wear identification and avoid wearing masks during operations. The hosts criticize the use of the term "recess" and "allies" in NPR's coverage.

Senator Gary Peters, the ranking Democrat on the Homeland Security Committee, dismissed the hearing on early treatments as a promotion of "unverified theories." Peters emphasized that medical standards must be based on established scientific consensus rather than political agendas. The exchange highlighted a deep partisan divide regarding the role of the pharmaceutical industry and the validity of alternative therapeutics.

Adam Curry plays a voicemail from a fundraiser claiming to be associated with Peter Schiff and the Coalition to Reduce Spending. The hosts mock the "kinky" voice of the caller and question how Schiff obtained Curry's number, leading to a brief discussion on Schiff's perpetual "bear" outlook on the economy.