In an interview with U.S. Senator Jim Rish, Neal and Julie ask questions about the ongoing government shutdown, which the senator attributes to Democrats’ demands to extend temporary, pandemic-era Obamacare subsidies. Rish argues that Republicans should not be responsible for fixing a flawed Democratic policy. The conversation then shifts to foreign policy, where Rish commends former President Donald Trump for his role in negotiating a deal for Hamas to release hostages and disarm, stating that Trump unequivocally deserves the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts. Finally, the senator addresses local concerns about a planned Qatari training facility at Idaho’s Mountain Home Air Force Base, clarifying that training allies is a long-standing, secure practice and dismissing any allegations of a quid pro quo involving Trump.
INTERVIEW: Senator Risch on Shutdown, Healthcare, Qatar Training at Idaho AFB
