In this episode of the Alex Marlow Show, Alex is joined by Senator Joni Ernst of Iowa, who discusses her decision to leave the U.S. Senate after fulfilling her self-imposed two-term limit. Senator Ernst emphasizes the importance of family and her desire to spend more time with her aging parents and grandson. The conversation also delves into the current government shutdown, with Senator Ernst critiquing the Democratic Party's handling of the situation and highlighting the impact on service members and federal employees. She stresses the need for negotiations and the importance of listening to constituents to resolve the shutdown. Then, Alex is joined by George Santos, the former U.S. Representative. George shares his harrowing experiences during his incarceration, particularly focusing on the inhumane conditions of solitary confinement and the need for comprehensive prison reform. He discusses the lack of rehabilitation efforts in prisons, the impact of his faith during his time in solitary, and his plans to advocate for change in the criminal justice system. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
