Timcast IRL · March 13, 2025 · 2h 0m
Government SHUTDOWN IMMINENT, Democrats Vow To BLOCK Trump CR w/The Native Patriot
Episode Recap
Timcast IRL episode from March 13, 2025 opened with breaking news about an imminent government shutdown as Senate Democrats, led by Chuck Schumer, vowed to block President Trump's continuing resolution. Tim Pool discussed how Republicans lack the 60 votes needed to overcome a filibuster, making a shutdown likely by Friday midnight. He noted the irony that Trump has been trying to shrink government, so Democrats shutting it down actually helps his long-term goals. The panel also covered West Virginia's new ban on artificial food dyes, prompted by RFK Jr.'s ultimatum to food manufacturers, with Big Soda actively lobbying against the legislation. Other stories included an InfoWars reporter being targeted with swatting incidents and Disney canceling the Snow White red carpet premiere after backlash over the film's political messaging. The Native Patriot joined as the main guest, discussing his Native American heritage and work with the Patriots Prayer Network and NAGA.
TL;DR
- →Senate Democrats led by Chuck Schumer announced they will block Trump's continuing resolution, making a government shutdown imminent by Friday
- →West Virginia passed legislation banning artificial food dyes with RFK Jr. pushing for national change, though Big Soda is lobbying against it
- →InfoWars reporter was swatted over the weekend, with a second swatting incident following, showing targeted harassment of alternative media
- →Tim Pool and co-hosts debated whether government shutdown benefits Trump's agenda of dismantling bureaucracy or will harm Republicans politically
- →The Native Patriot discussed his Native American heritage, MAGA headdress, and his work with the Patriots Prayer Network and Native Americans Guardians Association
- →Phil Labonte from All That Remains joined to discuss the political dynamics, noting Republicans may be blamed for shutdown despite Democratic opposition
Key Moments
- 0:00Opening and Ad ReadsIntro with BetMGM casino ad read and opening discussion about government shutdown imminent
- 1:24Government Shutdown AnalysisTim Pool explains Chuck Schumer's announcement that Senate Democrats will block Trump's CR, requiring 60 votes
- 1:45Food Dye Ban StoryWest Virginia's ban on artificial food dyes and RFK Jr.'s ultimatum to big food producers
- 2:20InfoWars TargetingInfoWars reporter incident and subsequent swatting of journalists covering the story
- 2:51Disney Snow White ControversyDisney canceling the red carpet premiere after backlash over political messaging in the film
- 3:52The Native Patriot JoinsIntroduction of main guest Maurice from the Patriots Prayer Network and NAGA
Notable Quotes
“The government shutdown is imminent. Chuck Schumer says Democrats are going to block Donald Trump's continuing resolution. It will not pass the Senate. They need like 60 votes anyway to get past the filibuster.”
— Tim Pool · opening story about government shutdown
“Trump's been trying to shut the government down the whole time he's been president. I guess just not in this way.”
— Tim Pool · analysis of Trump's position on shutdown
“I like the idea of the government shutting down, but I also do understand that Donald Trump is trying to get this budget passed so he can start going after his agenda, which we want to see happen, which largely includes dismantling government. So it's like short term gains versus long term losses.”
— Phil Labonte · debate on shutdown implications
“First and foremost, I am a husband and father. I'm the co-creator of the Patriots Prayer Network, a volunteer group of podcasters around the country just trying to spread the good word.”
— The Native Patriot · guest introduction
“Participant in the global spiritual revolution that's been happening since especially the Internet video got invented and developed. So happy to be here. Let's push this thing forward.”
— Ian Crossland · co-host introduction