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As the United States celebrates another birthday, it’s time for an American intervention. With Trump’s gulag tour at “alligator Alcatraz”, 17 million people about to lose their health care with his “big beautiful bill”, and policies that benefit billionaires over citizens and workers, the American Dream is hanging by a thread (or is it a noose?). Episode 172 of The Bill Kelly Podcast looks at the urgent need for an awakening—led by citizens and leaders who care deeply about the country’s future. Because while we want a strong, thriving America, the path forward demands courage, compassion, and change.

This episode was recorded on July 3, 2025.

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CHAPTERS

02:56 Concerns for America: An Intervention

06:48 The Dangers of Authoritarianism

10:37 The American Dream in Peril

FURTHER READING

Problems in Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill”

* The big problem with Trump's bill: Many voters don't know what's in it – https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2025/07/03/house-bill-trump-johnson/ washingtonpost.com

* The 'Big Beautiful Bill' is headed to Trump's desk – https://www.businessinsider.com/house-passes-big-beautiful-bill-trump-signing-2025-7

Millions losing health care

* At least 17 million Americans would lose insurance under Trump plan – https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2025/07/01/least-17-million-americans-would-lose-insurance-under-trump-plan/

Alligator Alcatraz

* First immigration detainees arrive at 'Alligator Alcatraz' in Florida Everglades – https://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/first-immigration-detainees-arrive-at-alligator-alcatraz-in-florida-everglades

Kristi Noem cannibal story

* Kristi Noem Claims Cannibal 'Started to Eat Himself' on ICE deportation flight – https://www.people.com/kristi-noem-claims-cannibal-started-to-eat-himself-on-ice-deportation-flight-11765055/

North Korea funding Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

* North Korea is playing a key role in Russia's war against Ukraine –

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