The Lion Week in Review
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The Lion Week in Review
China Sues an American Senator?
Chris Stigall sits down with Missouri Sen. Eric Schmitt for an exclusive on China’s unprecedented $50 billion lawsuit against him—retaliation for Missouri’s successful Covid origins suit that won a $24 billion judgment.Schmitt breaks down the case, why he wears the suit as a “badge of honor,” and how China’s intimidation tactics won’t work. Plus, year-end reflections with managing editor Josh Mann on 2025’s biggest stories—Trump’s wins, cultural shifts, and what’s ahead in 2026.
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:00:59 - China’s $50B Lawsuit Against Schmitt
00:02:00 - Covid Origins Suit & Missouri Victory
00:03:02 - China’s Intimidation Tactics
00:04:47 - Drug Boat Strikes & Hegseth Defense
00:06:09 - Trump’s Record & 2026 Midterms
00:11:28 - Year in Review: Trump Agenda
00:13:20 - Political Violence & Radical Left
00:15:14 - Gen Z Revival & Cultural Shifts
00:17:36 - Economy & Affordability Outlook
00:20:17 - 2026 Priorities
00:25:32 - Faith and Freedom 250
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