The Mark Simone Show

First Lady Melania Trump premiered her new movie on Saturday. Meanwhile, The Wall Street Journal criticized President Trump over the ICE shootings in NYC. Former Governor Cuomo’s closure of a major nuclear plant in NYC is also cited as a key reason for surging electric bills in New York. Mark takes your calls! Mark interviews Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman. Bruce shares practical tips for dealing with the aftermath of the snowstorm. He also turns to Governor Hochul’s spending priorities, which some argue are harming rather than helping New Yorkers. Bruce highlights his county’s comprehensive agreement with ICE, suggesting it could serve as a model for others.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bruce shares practical tips for dealing with the aftermath of the snowstorm. He also turns to Governor Hochul’s spending priorities, which some argue are harming rather than helping New Yorkers. Bruce highlights his county’s comprehensive agreement with ICE, suggesting it could serve as a model for others.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Maria in Tarrytown, NY, wants to know who is paying these protestors in Minnesota to protest? John in Florida wants to comment on who pays and what could raise your electric bill. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First Lady Melania Trump premiered her new movie on Saturday. Meanwhile, The Wall Street Journal criticized President Trump over the ICE shootings in NYC. Former Governor Cuomo’s closure of a major nuclear plant in NYC is also cited as a key reason for surging electric bills in New York.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Together, they analyze the weekend’s second fatal ICE protest encounter and discuss possible next steps for the administration amid increasing outrage from Democrats and anti-ICE activists in Minnesota. Howie also shares advice for those looking to escape the cold and snow.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris from Bethpage suggests Trump quietly scale back ICE operations in Minnesota to reduce tensions. Supporters say a gradual pullback could calm protests; critics argue it weakens enforcement. Chris from Canada calls Mark, claiming the Minnesota protests are a distraction from the Trump administration’s pursuit of alleged financial fraud involving Ilhan Omar and preschool funding. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NYC experienced a major snowstorm over the weekend, blanketing the city and surrounding tri-state towns with heavy snowfall. In Minnesota, a shooting involving ICE has intensified calls to remove ICE officers from the state. The incident involved 37-year-old ICU nurse Alex Pretti, who was shot and killed after an alleged gun confrontation with an ICE officer. This event has fueled demands for Governor Tim Walz and Mayor Jacob Frey to moderate their messages that encourage protesters to “stand up for what they believe in.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This weekend's snowstorm will be the first big test for Mayor Mamdani; upcoming changes coming to CBS News; emergency room staff at a Brooklyn hospital allegedly denied NYPD care; Nick Reiner's mental state; Mayor Mamdani's recent visit to The View; the chances of AOC running for President in 2028; AI hurting certain website's visibility; Kelsey Grammer's support of President Trump and the worst tourist destination of the world according to a recent survey. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A major winter storm is expected to hit the tri-state area this weekend, with the potential for significant snowfall. The Discussion follows on media coverage of the Trump Administration, including claims about overlooked accomplishments and skepticism surrounding recent political polling. Mark also covers immigration enforcement, highlighting a case involving a 5-year-old asylum seeker detained as ICE expands operations in Minnesota. Mark interviews Roger Friedman of Showbiz 411. Roger shares his thoughts on this year’s Oscar nominations, a new Frank Sinatra documentary streaming on Fox Nation, and the latest news from Broadway. Mark reviews which television shows have been renewed. He also covers news of former President Trump filing a $5 billion lawsuit against JPMorgan Chase, alleging his accounts were closed for political reasons. Mark interviews Steve Cuozzo, New York Post journalist. Steve joins Mark to discuss New York City’s bar and restaurant scene, the state of the real estate market, and how Trump Administration policies could impact commercial real estate. They also explore whether Mayor Mamdani’s proposals could negatively affect the market and discuss the financial trouble facing Saks Fifth Avenue. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve joins Mark to discuss New York City’s bar and restaurant scene, the state of the real estate market, and how Trump Administration policies could impact commercial real estate. They also explore whether Mayor Mamdani’s proposals could negatively affect the market and discuss the financial trouble facing Saks Fifth Avenue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.