Episode Details

On the Tuesday, September 8, 2026 broadcast of The Charlie James Show, host Charlie James opens the second hour with Congressman Ralph Norman to discuss the Congressional calendar and legislative gridlock. Congressman Norman critiques the lack of urgency in Congress, pointing to stalled bills such as the SAVE Act, and shares his perspective on political resistance he faced from both parties during his Senate run. The discussion also touches upon local primary elections in South Carolina, with Norman agreeing that Republican voters overwhelmingly support closing primaries despite conflicting campaign ads. Norman warns of the policy consequences if Democrats gain full legislative control, emphasizing the contrasting approaches of the two major political parties.