The Rich Zeoli Show- Full Episode (04/17/2023):

3:05pm- In a press release on Monday, Congressman Jeff Van Drew (R-NJ) stated: "During my field hearing in South Jersey last month, my colleagues and I highlighted the adverse effects offshore wind development would have on various sectors and industries, from our environment to our national security…These warnings can no longer be ignored. This President and this administration continue to disregard these valid concerns, and now the Pentagon is reiterating the potential impacts the industrialization of our coast will have on our national security.” You can read the full press release here: https://vandrew.house.gov/media/press-releases/offshore-wind-national-security-price-we-will-pay

3:25pm- According to rumors from British tabloids, the royal family may be on the brink of collapse. Rich has no sympathy and says he’s still bitter that British soldiers set fire to the White House during the War of 1812.

3:35pm- In a video released on his YouTube page, former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo accused the far-left of not wanting to address the issue of crime in major cities.

3:50pm- In a clip released from an interview scheduled to air Monday night, billionaire Elon Musk told Fox News host Tucker Carlson that government agencies had access to the private direct messages of Twitter users.

4:05pm- On Monday, the House Judiciary Committee held a hearing on relaxed crime policies adopted by New York City. Congressman Daniel Goldman (D-NY) claimed the hearing was a “charade” to attack Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg. In response, Madeline Brame—the mother of an Army veteran who was tragically killed in New York City—defiantly told Rep. Goldman that his disinterest in fighting crime is why she has left the Democrat party. In honor of her son, Brame formed the Victims Rights Reform Council (VRRC). You can learn more about the organization here: https://victimsrightsreformcouncil.org

4:30pm- During Monday’s House Judiciary Committee hearing on relaxed crime policies in New York City, Rep. Hank Johnson (D-GA) accused the victims of violent crime who were testifying of being “props in a MAGA Broadway production.” Rich and Matt reflect upon Rep. Johnson’s most insane (and hilarious) statements as a member of Congress, including: claiming Republicans believe the Tooth Fairy is anti-Christian and woke, his fight for helium equity, his fear that Guam may tip over if it becomes overpopulated, and his unforgettably terrible apology for saying the “m-word.”

4:50pm- Saturday Night Live still isn’t funny…SHOCKING!

5:00pm- The Drive at 5: According to reporting from Axios’ Catlin Owens, “[t]he coronavirus pandemic appeared to originate from a laboratory accident, based on biosafety issues in the epicenter in Wuhan, China, and factors observed in the nature and early spread of the virus, according to a 302-page Senate report.” You can read more here: https://www.axios.com/2023/04/17/senate-covid-origins-report-details-lab-leak-theory

5:20pm- According to a report from Reason’s Joe Lancaster, Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA)—along with several other elected officials—wants the government to save Batgirl! You can read the full article here: https://reason.com/2023/04/12/elizabeth-warren-wants-the-government-to-save-batgirl/

5:35pm- While appearing on Real Time with Bill Maher, Rep. Katie Porter (D-CA)—candidate for Sen. Dianne Feinstein’s soon-to-be vacated Senate seat—baselessly accused Maher and guest Piers Morgan of being “old and grumpy” and claimed NCAA swimming champion Riley Gaines—who advocate for the rights of biologically female athletes—of simply speaking out for “likes and clicks.”

5:55pm- During a press conference, Mayor Eric Adams introduced New York City’s first “Rat Czar”—Kathleen Corradi. The position will pay $155,000 per-year! Despite submitting an application and collecting letters of recommendation, Henry was devastated to hear he did not get the position.

6:05pm- During an appearance on MSNBC with Jen Psaki, Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) got a bit angry when he wasn’t able to talk about the topics he wanted to talk about…PLUS Megaphone Bernie makes an appearance!

6:15pm- FLASHBACK: In a 2005 appearance on 60 Minutes, Morgan Freeman said Black History is American History—suggesting that the best way to overcome racism is to simply stop talking about race.

6:30pm- According to claims from investigative journalist Seymour Hersh, there is rampant corruption in Kyiv, Ukraine. Where are U.S. tax dollars going?

6:45pm- In a press release on Monday, Congressman Jeff Van Drew (R-NJ) stated: "During my field hearing in South Jersey last month, my colleagues and I highlighted the adverse effects offshore wind development would have on various sectors and industries, from our environment to our national security…These warnings can no longer be ignored. This President and this administration continue to disregard these valid concerns, and now the Pentagon is reiterating the potential impacts the industrialization of our coast will have on our national security.” You can read the full press release here: https://vandrew.house.gov/media/press-releases/offshore-wind-national-security-price-we-will-pay