The Dan Bongino Show In Due Time (Ep. 2486)
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Apr 2, 2026 A fast-paced rundown of a Supreme Court fight over birthright citizenship and the legal theories at stake. Discussion of alleged birth tourism, surrogacy, and national security concerns. Coverage of federal fraud probes in blue jurisdictions and political fallout. Analysis of recent military actions involving Iran and the geopolitical implications.
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Jurisdiction Debate Hinges On 'Reside' Meaning
- Kentanji Brown Jackson's courtroom examples drew Bongino's critique that the justices misunderstand 'subject to the jurisdiction thereof.'
- Dan contrasts textualist arguments from the Solicitor General about 'reside' meaning domicile with skeptical views of Roberts and Barrett.
Keep Pushing Issues Until They Become Mainstream
- Shift politics by repeatedly hammering issues that were once fringe; Dan credits Donald Trump for mainstreaming the birthright citizenship debate.
- Persistent public pressure moved the topic from 'heresy' to mainstream discussion over years.
Recent Data Shows Real Wage Growth
- Economic indicators show stronger growth than media suggests, with jobs growing and wages outpacing inflation.
- Dan cites data: jobs at a 750,000 annual pace and wages up 4.5%, implying real wage gains versus inflation around 2.5%.