The Glenn Beck Program Best of the Program | Guests: Gov. Greg Abbott & Konstantin Kisin | 8/13/25
Aug 13, 2025
Texas Governor Greg Abbott discusses the intense redistricting battle, addressing the Democratic exodus and the potential impact on Rep. Jasmine Crockett’s seat. He shares insights on Beto O'Rourke’s recent comments and the broader political climate in Texas. Konstantin Kisin emphasizes the importance of facing uncomfortable historical truths rather than rewriting them. They also tackle pressing issues in the airline industry, including safety concerns and the urgent need for modernization, reflecting on the implications for consumer trust.
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Gerrymandering Shapes National Power
- Abbott highlights extreme gerrymandering in states like California and Illinois as a national issue.
- He claims Texas can gain congressional influence because other states have already eliminated many competitive Republican districts.
Avoid Quid Pro Quo Fundraising
- Abbott accuses Beto O'Rourke of offering money to Democrats who fled the state and calls that bribery.
- He warns such quid pro quo actions could be prosecuted as second-degree felonies and lead to forfeiture of legislative seats.
Pilot Refused Plane Over Safety
- Glenn recounts a flight where the pilot refused an unsafe plane and asked passengers to blame him, not the airline.
- Mike Boyd says a pilot refusing to fly for safety reasons is serious and indicates a major problem if it occurred at American Airlines.
