unDivided with Brandi Kruse

As President Trump moves to dismantle DEI and radical gender ideology, Washington state digs its heels in. Separating immigrant families is bad, but separating YOUR family is good. Shady business around rent control proposal. Left demands complete vaccine obedience.

In the fight for parental rights in schools, we’ve won the battle – but the war continues. Commonsense school board members resign in Burien. Dishonest Democratic senator wants to help prop up legacy newsrooms. Even the state’s most progressive county realizes that juvenile gun crimes are out of control. The great egg debate.

As President Donald Trump carries out deportations, Governor Bob Ferguson is doing exactly what we expected he would do. A trio of bills that show the authoritarian bend of Democrats in Olympia. Activist judge argues for a bill that would give her more discretion and even a Democrat calls her out. Media falls in line on egg price talking point.

Here's everything you need to know about what happened in the second week of the 2025 legislative session.

Pay very close attention to the people who want to strip you of your parental rights. Democrats launch a backdoor attack on the initiative process. Whooooooooo will save the owls? State sued for hiding data on CO2 emissions. DeSantis embraces the Gulf of America.

Rep. Roger Goodman, the state lawmaker behind a bill to ease sentencing enhancements, joins us. Leftwing anarchists swarm Turning Point USA event at the University of Washington. Governor Bob Ferguson’s first big test could be rent control. Goodbye to DEI.

Trump pardons 1,500+ J6ers, including many from Washington state. Is that justice? Washington’s new AG quickly steps into shoes of the old one, suing Trump administration on Day 2. Bill introduced in Olympia seeks to lower punishment for criminals who use guns. Your Nazi comparisons have no power here.

As Donald Trump is sworn in for a second term, America is on the brink of exceptionalism — there’s only two things that can stop the momentum. Washington Democrats introduce tax on sale of guns and ammo. Sex scandal involving The Stranger and Seattle City Hall. Pierre Poilievre doesn’t have much competition in Canada.

Here is everything you need to know about what happened in the first week of the 2025 legislative session in Olympia.

Governor Bob Ferguson had some nice words in his first address, but don’t be so quick to forget who he was just months ago. Executive order seeks to cut down on permitting and red tape, will it help with the housing crisis? Proposed bill regulates layoffs. In Florida, DeSantis goes all in on Trump’s deportation plan.

Voters opted not to repeal wasteful taxes in November, now they’ll reap the consequences. Governor Inslee gives unhinged speech on his way out the door. Is anyone seeking justice for victims anymore? House votes to ban boys from girls’ sports. Here’s how you can tell Democrats are losing their grip on gender debate.

After 12 years in office, Washington Governor Jay Inslee leaves behind a legacy of lies. Democrat-backed bill would give unemployment benefits to illegal immigrants. Rent control gets day one hearing. Amazon ditches DEI. Hot take: Kids need cellphones in class.

If we can take anything away from the second meeting of Washington's Domestic Extremism and Mass Violence Task Force, it’s that Governor-elect Bob Ferguson himself engaged in extremism. Lawmakers seek to upend parental rights initiative. State lawmaker punts on question about safety for female inmates. Mark Zuckerberg isn’t fooling anyone. California’s sanctuary laws may protect arsonist.

Schools who protect girls' sports are free from federal retribution. Sen. John Braun (R-Centralia) joins us to explain his support for making the public schools chief an appointed position. Join Brandi at Washington’s Domestic Violent Extremism Task Force meeting. Trump calls on Newsom to resign. LA Mayor Karen Bass has nothing to say.

As Los Angeles burns, California’s failures come into focus. A bipartisan push to make the head of public schools appointed, not elected. School district has kids on the hunt for hate crimes. A proposal to increase property taxes will only make Democrats’ key complaint worse. SWAT patrolling the streets of Seattle. There is nothing controversial about the Laken Riley Act.

Judges in Washington state are flagrantly violating court rules that govern open access for the free press. William Kirk of Washington Gun Law takes us through firearm bills being considered by lawmakers – the good and the very, very bad. Mark Zuckerberg says Facebook will do away with fact checkers. New Jersey doesn’t care whether teachers can read or write.

We’re back! And not a moment too soon. The 2025 legislative session is shaping up to be an exercise in extremism. Seattle Times gives platform to far-left initiative meddlers. Former Olympia School District teacher blows whistle on political and social indoctrination. Bye bye bye, Justin.

Tamara Pietzke forced MultiCare to start reevaluating how they handle young patients after she blew the whistle on a therapy-to-gender clinic pipeline.

At 15 years old, Ahnaleigh Wilson has become an important truth teller in the fight to protect girls' sports. She started speaking out after losing the Junior Olympics track meet in Washington state to a biological boy.

Tara Faul started documenting unrest in Portland during the summer of 2020 – now she documents its decline through powerful and personal images of those suffering on its streets.

Cliff Mass is a professor of atmospheric sciences at the University of Washington. He once tutored then-Congressman Jay Inslee on climate issues, only to watch him turn around and politicize climate change for political gain.

unDivided brings you a special interview series, celebrating important "Truth Tellers" from all sides of politics and culture. Ana Kasparian is executive producer and host of The Young Turks. A self-professed Leftist, she’s become increasingly critical of the Democratic Party and its policies – especially in places like California.

When government policies cater to the law-breaking, loss of life is to be expected. Evictions are skyrocketing and the media blames everything except the actual cause. Activist judge strikes again. Idaho Board of Education stands up for meritocracy. Cato Institute ranks the freest states.

The Seattle Times writes sob story about killer who says trans inmates are being treated unfairly. Olympia looks to become a ‘sanctuary’ for the gender diverse. State appointees want more power over sheriffs. The Left picks and chooses which gun crimes to be mad about. Common sense out of Canada.

To solve budget deficit, Governor Inslee proposes raising taxes and spending. There’s only one entity to blame for Washington’s incompetent leadership. A so-called solution to protecting kids from drug abusing parents will leave you speechless. Trump sues pollster. Blue-state leaders think we’re all stupid.

Washington state Democrats claim we’re in a budget crisis, but their priorities prove that’s a load of crap. Pay for striking workers back on the table – will Ferguson sign it? Seattle business owner says ‘it’s hell’ to operate her store in the city’s most progressive neighborhood. Drones galore! Trump weighing pardon of NYC Mayor Eric Adams.

Seattle and King County have joined a suit to overturn the will of voters on I-2066. In a matter of days, three separate stories about child predators in local public schools. Trump’s historic comeback honored in Time. Florida’s social media ban for minors becomes law January 1.

The governing body of high school sports in Washington state will consider banning biological boys from competing against girls. Salary for head of homeless authority is all you need to know about why homelessness is so bad. Corruption plagues taxpayer-backed program targeting youth violence. “Super Sanctuary" county is super stupid.

Democrats in Washington state feel emboldened to raise taxes, and they’re eyeing the dumbest one possible. Bob Ferguson is keeping up his moderate charade. Governor Inslee dismisses Idaho rumors. Bruce Harrell is probably the best Seattle can do. Japan wants people to have more sex.

America should be ashamed of what Daniel Penny was put through. Suspect arrested in healthcare CEO murder is far-left activist. Shocker: Crime drops in local city where officers are allowed to enforce the law. As state freezes hiring amid budget deficit, Governor Inslee issues sweeping DEI directive. Brandi offers an apology for failing to observe an important holiday.

Something is fishy about murder of healthcare CEO. Democratic leaders in Olympia erase any doubt about new taxes. Jeff Bezos says he’s optimistic about second Trump administration. Governor Ron DeSantis under consideration for defense secretary. Justice KBJ has lost her mind.

Seattle’s most extreme council member resigns in frustration. State-funded reporters will be covering the upcoming legislative session. The government can’t budget, so you have to pay up. New York Mayor Eric Adams welcomes help from the incoming Trump admin. ACLU is the biggest sham in America.

A massive budget deficit might just be the best thing that could happen to our state. Should previous support for police defunding be disqualifying? Ninth Circuit says King County can’t interfere with federal deportations. Trump says maybe Canada should become our 51st state, eh?

President Biden pardons his son – would you do the same? Seattle’s mayor turns Christmas tree lighting into divisive political speech. Meanwhile, drug addicts open their own holiday shopping bazaars. Bernie Sanders loves DOGE!

A state task force focused on combatting extremism is exactly what you think it is. The Seattle Times really loves platforming whiny workers. The Seattle business community is committing economic self-harm. University trades DEI for MEI. Pirate treasurer on “Florida Report.”

Before he even takes office, Bob Ferguson makes it clear he has every intention of obsessing over the other Washington. Meanwhile, Seattle takes a more cooperative tone. State response to bomb cyclone gets worse by the day. PSE’s poorly timed electrification offer. Addicted to drugs? Here’s a gift card!

As the state faces a massive budget crisis, where agencies find cost-savings tells you all you need to know about the people in power. Plus: Will Democrats push new taxes to make up the difference? The agency we give millions of dollars to help the homeless sure did a crappy job during last week’s bomb cyclone. Conservative backlash over Trump’s choice for surgeon general.

A state lawmaker will push to make homeless people a protected class – and this time, she may have the votes to do it. Federal judge compares banning men from women’s spaces to “whites only” laws. Pennsylvania commissioner openly admits to counting illegal votes. No, the media didn’t actually believe its own Trump rhetoric.

Previously mute leaders on the left are suddenly speaking out about antisemitism. Washington's budget crisis is worse than expected – and it was all avoidable. A Puerto Rican Trump supporter shares her story of being punched by elderly white woman. Governor Jay Inslee calls us all “miscreants” for wanting lower fuel prices.

Criminals arrested for misdemeanors will be booked into jail again – four years after a pandemic halt. FBI still hasn’t solved ballot box arsons. LA Times is wiping the slate clean after editorial board lost touch with voters. Chuck Schumer is hilarious. Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena!

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy are tapped to overhaul our federal government. Washington and California drivers should prepare for sticker shock at the gas pump. Dow Constantine destroyed King County, now he hopes to land a cushy seven-figure gig. Trump’s cabinet is coming together.

Seattle City Councilwoman Joy Hollingsworth joins us to discuss need for accountability on regional homeless response. Another Seattle bureaucrat fails up. Democrats should be very worried about losing Asian voters. Brandi and Nicole are still waiting for their “day of reckoning.” Chris Wallace wants a piece of podcasting glory.

Watchdog journalist Jonathan Choe helped bring attention to a real dog in need of saving – and a Seattle city councilwoman was listening. Some races are still too close to call. Misguided Republicans lash out against Brandi for the crime of being independent. Border counties wake up and vote red. Sanctuary cities are in for a rude awakening.

Blue state leaders recommit to their obsession with Trump. Washington is the only state in the union that didn't move further to the right. Adults should be ashamed of themselves for instilling election dread in children. Border counties see significant shift toward Trump. Elderly Washington woman arrested for hate crime after attacking Trump supporter.

Everywhere except Washington state seems to be waking up to the dangers of progressive politics. We run down key local, state, and federal election results. Seattle sends a socialist to Olympia. Statewide rent control is now on the table. One pundit’s perfect explanation of Trump’s historic comeback.

The local, state, and federal races that will shape our lives for years to come. Gubernatorial candidate Dave Reichert joins us. The state triples down on housing lie – and expects you to pay for it. Are Americans moving away from identity politics? Even Oprah is resorting to fear.

The government-sanctioned murder of a man’s pet squirrel and raccoon isn’t just sad, it’s what this election is all about. Washington Secretary of State Steve Hobbs joins us to discuss ballot chain of custody concerns. Governor Inslee puts the National Guard on standby. GOP texts target Hispanic voters with message about extreme gender ideology.

A special guest host joins unDivided. Democrats eager to paint Supreme Court candidate as an extremist. Local police chief on county’s failure to book juvenile criminals. Apparently, you CAN count ballots without a mask on. Big GOP turnout in Florida. Biden bites!

Brandi steps down from her high horse to give us an update on ballot arsons. Hundreds of ballots fail to arrive at their destination in Eastern Washington. Sounding the alarm on juvenile crime … again. We drop hints about our Halloween costumes. Biden’s “garbage” comment.

Washington state election observer escorted out of auditor’s office by police after refusing to wear a mask. Secretary of State Steve Hobbs says he has “complete confidence” in elections after ballot arsons. Republicans work to reach Asian American voters. Government contract for laser hair removal. Jeff Bezos drops some cold, hard truths.