The Mark Simone Show

Was the Hilton Hotel involved in housing ICE Victims in its hotels throughout the country without ICE agents being aware? Mark explains. The CBS Evening News is facing criticism from left-wing critics right now, under CEO Bari Weiss, for allegedly making the structure of the newscasts more centrist, rather than being too far left or too far right. Mark interviews Steve Forbes, Chairman of Forbes Media. Steve discusses why rolling back regulations on electric vehicles (EVs) will greatly benefit car companies. He also shares his picks for who should serve on the Federal Reserve Board as Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s term comes to an end this year. If President Trump succeeds in securing oil from Latin America and possibly Greenland, the USA could see very low gas prices. Yesterday marked the fifth anniversary of January 6th. Mark explains why he believes Democrats are wrong to be angry about that day, arguing that the violence could not have been prevented and questioning its characterization as an insurrection. Meanwhile,18 million people tuned in to Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve last week! Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is not planning to leave his job, despite reports that he would not seek reelection. Mark interviews author Ann Coulter. Mark and Ann discuss the ongoing financial fraud controversy in Minnesota, examining how financial matters have been mishandled in the state both historically and in recent years. Is Governor Tim Walz to blame? Ann also shares her concerns about New York City, especially as the new Mayor Mamdani’s administration gets underway. She notes that Mayor Mamdani has appointed longtime housing activist Cea Weaver as the new director of the Mayor’s Office to Protect Tenants, signaling a strong focus on tenant protections in his agenda.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Was the Hilton Hotel involved in housing ICE Victims in its hotels throughout the country without ICE agents being aware? Mark explains. The CBS Evening News is facing criticism from left-wing critics right now, under CEO Bari Weiss, for allegedly making the structure of the newscasts more centrist, rather than being too far left or too far right. Mark takes your calls! Mark interviews Steve Forbes, Chairman of Forbes Media. Steve discusses why rolling back regulations on electric vehicles (EVs) will greatly benefit car companies. He also shares his picks for who should serve on the Federal Reserve Board as Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s term comes to an end this year. If President Trump succeeds in securing oil from Latin America and possibly Greenland, the USA could see very low gas prices.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yesterday marked the fifth anniversary of January 6th. Mark explains why he believes Democrats are wrong to be angry about that day, arguing that the violence could not have been prevented and questioning its characterization as an insurrection. Meanwhile,18 million people tuned in to Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve last week! Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is not planning to leave his job, despite reports that he would not seek reelection. Mark takes your calls! Mark interviews author Ann Coulter. Mark and Ann discuss the ongoing financial fraud controversy in Minnesota, examining how financial matters have been mishandled in the state both historically and in recent years. Is Governor Tim Walz to blame? Ann also shares her concerns about New York City, especially as the new Mayor Mamdani’s administration gets underway. She notes that Mayor Mamdani has appointed longtime housing activist Cea Weaver as the new director of the Mayor’s Office to Protect Tenants, signaling a strong focus on tenant protections in his agenda.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark and Ann discuss the ongoing financial fraud controversy in Minnesota, examining how financial matters have been mishandled in the state both historically and in recent years. Is Governor Tim Walz to blame? Ann also shares her concerns about New York City, especially as the new Mayor Mamdani’s administration gets underway. She notes that Mayor Mamdani has appointed longtime housing activist Cea Weaver as the new director of the Mayor’s Office to Protect Tenants, signaling a strong focus on tenant protections in his agenda.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve in Tennessee called Mark to confirm that Nancy Pelosi did indeed say in her car on a video that she wanted extra troops that Trump proposed on January 6th to fight the crime at the Capitol. Bill in Hackensack, NJ, talks about how the Democrats never mentioned anything about Ashli Babbitt getting hurt by a Capitol Police Officer on January 6th. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yesterday marked the fifth anniversary of January 6th. Mark explains why he believes Democrats are wrong to be angry about that day, arguing that the violence could not have been prevented and questioning its characterization as an insurrection. Meanwhile,18 million people tuned in to Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve last week! Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is not planning to leave his job, despite reports that he would not seek reelection.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve discusses why rolling back regulations on electric vehicles (EVs) will greatly benefit car companies. He also shares his picks for who should serve on the Federal Reserve Board as Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s term comes to an end this year. If President Trump succeeds in securing oil from Latin America and possibly Greenland, the USA could see very low gas prices.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike in Florida called Mark to highlight how Democrats often change their language when political issues get tough. Vincent in Brooklyn, NY, expressed strong concerns about NYC's proposed COPA law, which would give nonprofits priority over individuals in acquiring buildings.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Was the Hilton Hotel involved in housing ICE Victims in its hotels throughout the country without ICE agents being aware? Mark explains. The CBS Evening News is facing criticism from left-wing critics right now, under CEO Bari Weiss, for allegedly making the structure of the newscasts more centrist, rather than being too far left or too far right. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Did President Trump’s administration violate international law in its handling of the capture of Nicolás Maduro? Some argue the attack on Maduro serves as a warning from President Trump to other countries that might attempt to threaten the United States with drugs or other criminal activities. Maduro’s next court date is scheduled for March 17, 2026. Mark interviews streaming host Bill O’Reilly. Who is leading the Democratic Party in 2026? Is it Minority Leader Chuck Schumer? For Bill, Nicolás Maduro’s capture wasn’t a huge deal, but he enjoyed watching CNN’s reaction to the U.S. military’s actions against Venezuela and its president. The so-called “Fake News” outlets-such as MSNOW, CNN, and others- continue to emphasize that if Lawyer George Conway wins, President Trump may face significant challenges and opposition from Conway. Additionally, many celebrities were reportedly stranded in South America during the Maduro raid while trying to return to the United States. Mark interviews Fox News Legal Analyst Gregg Jarrett. Former President Biden allegedly offered a substantial reward, around $25 million, for the capture of Maduro. Could Secretary of War Pete Hegseth be a contender for this operation? Gregg explains the legal aspects of Nicolás Maduro’s indictment by the U.S., clarifying that the military’s actions did not violate international law, despite claims from some media outlets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Did President Trump’s administration violate international law in its handling of the capture of Nicolás Maduro? Some argue the attack on Maduro serves as a warning from President Trump to other countries that might attempt to threaten the United States with drugs or other criminal activities. Maduro’s next court date is scheduled for March 17, 2026. Mark takes your calls! Mark interviews streaming host Bill O’Reilly. Who is leading the Democratic Party in 2026? Is it Minority Leader Chuck Schumer? For Bill, Nicolás Maduro’s capture wasn’t a huge deal, but he enjoyed watching CNN’s reaction to the U.S. military’s actions against Venezuela and its president. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The so-called “Fake News” outlets-such as MSNOW, CNN, and others- continue to emphasize that if Lawyer George Conway wins, President Trump may face significant challenges and opposition from Conway. Additionally, many celebrities were reportedly stranded in South America during the Maduro raid while trying to return to the United States. Mark takes your calls! Mark interviews Fox News Legal Analyst Gregg Jarrett. Former President Biden allegedly offered a substantial reward, around $25 million, for the capture of Maduro. Could Secretary of War Pete Hegseth be a contender for this operation? Gregg explains the legal aspects of Nicolás Maduro’s indictment by the U.S., clarifying that the military’s actions did not violate international law, despite claims from some media outlets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former President Biden allegedly offered a substantial reward, around $25 million, for the capture of Maduro. Could Secretary of War Pete Hegseth be a contender for this operation? Gregg explains the legal aspects of Nicolás Maduro’s indictment by the U.S., clarifying that the military’s actions did not violate international law, despite claims from some media outlets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wagner in Philadelphia is sounding off about NYC’s decision to elect a Mayor with Democratic Socialist views, specifically referring to Mayor Mamdani. Vincent in Brooklyn, NY, called Mark to express his concerns over Mamdani's new fire commissioner pick in NYC. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The so-called “Fake News” outlets-such as MSNOW, CNN, and others- continue to emphasize that if Lawyer George Conway wins, President Trump may face significant challenges and opposition from Conway. Additionally, many celebrities were reportedly stranded in South America during the Maduro raid while trying to return to the United States.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who is leading the Democratic Party in 2026? Is it Minority Leader Chuck Schumer? For Bill, Nicolás Maduro’s capture wasn’t a huge deal, but he enjoyed watching CNN’s reaction to the U.S. military’s actions against Venezuela and its president.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Harriet from Brooklyn, NY, believes that voters need to find a way to ensure Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman becomes the governor of New York this year. Joel from Central Florida contacted Mark to ask his opinion on what New York City will look like in a year under Mayor Zohran Mamdani.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Did President Trump’s administration violate international law in its handling of the capture of Nicolás Maduro? Some argue the attack on Maduro serves as a warning from President Trump to other countries that might attempt to threaten the United States with drugs or other criminal activities. Maduro’s next court date is scheduled for March 17, 2026.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President of Venezuela, Nicolas Maduro, appeared in a New York court today, entering a not-guilty plea following his indictment over the weekend by the US military. This development is causing a significant reaction among left-wing networks and Democrats. Mark interviews Boston radio host Howie Carr. Howie shares the latest updates from Mar-A-Lago. During a party, President Trump auctioned off a painting, with proceeds going to charity. Additionally, there are questions about Minnesota Governor Tim Walz’s real estate background. Mark provides the latest updates on CBS’s rebranding. Tonight, a new national news anchor was scheduled to debut, but that may be postponed. Mark also discusses how the US military is currently well-positioned to respond to any emerging crises. Mark reflects on a memorable interview he conducted a few years ago with the late, great actor Rob Reiner, discussing Rob’s life and his family’s well-being.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President of Venezuela, Nicolas Maduro, appeared in a New York court today, entering a not-guilty plea following his indictment over the weekend by the US military. This development is causing a significant reaction among left-wing networks and Democrats. Mark takes your calls! Mark interviews Boston radio host Howie Carr. Howie shares the latest updates from Mar-A-Lago. During a party, President Trump auctioned off a painting, with proceeds going to charity. Additionally, there are questions about Minnesota Governor Tim Walz’s real estate background.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.