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The David Pakman Show - May 4, 2026

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Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche says people selling or posting “86” content will not be prosecuted, while Republicans like Mark Alford and Jim Banks argue James Comey’s seashell arrangement is a criminal threat. The conflicting explanations reveal a lack of consistent legal reasoning and expose the prosecution of Comey as overtly political.

Donald Trump said in a speech that he would invade Cuba as casually as making a travel stop, despite the Iran war not going particularly well. The comment implies an upcoming military conflict and echoes past failures like the Bay of Pigs.

Republican nominees are avoiding directly stating that Joe Biden won the 2020 election, instead giving evasive answers like “he was certified” or calling it a political question. Senators, including Richard Blumenthal and Elizabeth Warren, pressed Trump’s nominees, exposing their fear of contradicting the President.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent responded to a direct question about oil prices by referencing futures markets, which only reflect current trading contracts rather than future outcomes. The answer leaves voters without a straightforward response on a key economic issue.

New York Times reporter Lulu Garcia-Navarro challenged Tucker Carlson by playing clips that directly contradict his statements about not calling Donald Trump the Antichrist. She also exposed inconsistencies about his interview with Nick Fuentes, using recorded evidence to confront Carlson’s false claims.

A widely shared image of Donald Trump sitting with a visible bulge has sparked speculation about him wearing a diaper, combined with his remark that he avoids a bulletproof vest due to appearance concerns. The situation highlights ongoing questions about his health transparency and how the lack of clear information drives public speculation.

Gas prices have climbed to levels not seen since 2022, with some areas like Michigan seeing record diesel costs above six dollars per gallon. The increase contrasts with Donald Trump’s past promises to lower prices and creates a clear, tangible issue for voters who directly feel the economic impact.

Finally, Ben Shapiro’s average daily views have fallen dramatically from peak levels, while The Daily Wire undergoes restructuring and layoffs affecting multiple teams. The decline suggests weakening centralized influence in right-wing media without a dominant voice setting the agenda.

On today’s bonus show:

Trump's disapproval hits a record high, Josh Shapiro is accused of helping a Republican win, California will begin ticketing driverless cars, and much more...

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