One-Minute Recess

Nevada's Special Session? Or Will Lombardo Blink?

This week, Annette Magnus and Maria Teresa unpack the latest rumors from Carson City, why Democratic leaders pushed back, and what it could mean heading into election season.
Plus:
• Congress unexpectedly passes a bipartisan housing bill.• Trump claims progress with Iran—but the headlines tell a different story.• The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool somehow becomes one of the funniest political stories of the summer (Team Algae forever).• Protesters call out the Public Utilities Commission and NV Energy.• Jimmy Fallon faces criticism after hosting Conor McGregor.• Nevada somehow lands near the top of another very Nevada list.
Sources & Further Reading from This Week's Episode
- PUCN / NV Energy protest coverage (Channel 13): https://www.ktnv.com/news/aarp-legal-aid-and-more-pen-joint-letter-to-pucn-after-attendees-left-in-triple-digit-heat-at-recent-meeting
- Congress passes bipartisan housing bill: https://www.latimes.com/politics/story/2026-06-23/landmark-housing-bill-advances-in-congress-with-bipartisan-support
- Trump's Reflecting Pool & Team Algae saga: https://abcnews.com/Politics/permanent-repair-reflecting-pool-july-4-trump/story?id=134137721 -
Jimmy Fallon backlash over Conor McGregor: https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/jimmy-fallon-backlash-over-conor-210950350.html

David Flippo's Big Win, Lombardo's Big Problem, and Remembering Steve Horner

This week on One Minute Recess, we begin by remembering our friend Steve Horner—a tireless advocate, educator, organizer, and one of the earliest supporters of this podcast.
Then we dive into Nevada's latest political developments.
David Flippo's upset victory over longtime Nevada Republican James Settlemeyer has sparked a debate about the future of the GOP in Nevada. Is this the end of "old Nevada" politics? What does it mean for Teresa Benitez-Thompson's chances in Congressional District 2? And will Governor Joe Lombardo embrace Flippo's brand of politics or keep his distance?
We also discuss:
• Final primary election results• The razor-thin Howard Watts race• Nevada's ballot counting process• Lombardo's proposed affordability special session• Attack ads targeting Attorney General Aaron Ford• The mystery behind Lombardo's claim that he eliminated 900 regulations• Viewer comments, trolls, and keyboard warriors
 
LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW
Nevada Secretary of State provides update on Primary election ballot processing: https://www.fox5vegas.com/2026/06/15/nevada-secretary-state-provides-update-primary-election-ballot-processing/
Is David Flippo's primary win the death blow for Old Nevada politics? https://thenevadaindependent.com/article/is-david-flippos-primary-win-the-death-blow-for-old-nevada-politics
Nevada Independent Voter Guide: https://thenevadaindependent.com/elections/2026/primary
Nevada Independent: "Lombardo's endorsement helpful, but not gospel": https://thenevadaindependent.com/article/nevada-primary-results-show-lombardos-endorsement-is-helpful-but-not-gospel 

Nevada's Primary: Big Upsets & What's Next for November

Nevada's primary election is over, and the results delivered plenty of surprises.
Annette and Maria Teresa break down the biggest stories from election night, including Michelle Fiore's defeat, the Republican CD2 race, ultra-close legislative contests, and what Nevada voters may have been trying to tell both parties.
The conversation also dives into:
• Why turnout was so low• Which candidates exceeded expectations• Why some races came down to just a handful of votes• Aaron Ford and Joe Lombardo's likely general election showdown• The future of Democratic Socialists in Nevada politics• Rumors of a special legislative session and fuel tax holiday
Plus: Hunter Biden's social media antics, inflation politics, Iran, and a few classic Nevada political headaches.
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SOURCES & LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE
Want to dig deeper into the stories we discussed? Start here:
Nevada Election Results: https://www.nvsos.gov/SOSelectionPages/results/2026StateWidePrimary/ElectionIndex.aspx
Trump has a new, surprising take on the higher cost of living: 'I love the inflation': https://apnews.com/article/trump-love-inflation-democrats-affordability-midterms-603791c93c785221dae8be6df14d807d
Live updates: US military has launched strikes ‘against multiple targets in Iran’ | CNN: https://www.cnn.com/2026/06/09/world/live-news/iran-war-trump-israel
#NevadaPolitics #ElectionResults #NevadaPrimary #OneMinuteRecess #NevadaNews
 

Nevada's Election Is Here, Trump's $1.7 Billion Fund & BTS Takes Over Las Vegas

Nevada's primary election is almost here, and turnout is painfully low.
This week, Annette and Mayte break down everything Nevada voters need to know before Election Day, including voter registration issues, early voting deadlines, and resources to help you research candidates.
They also discuss:
• The Nevada gas tax law that could block federal gas tax relief
• New labor statistics showing where Nevada workers rank nationally
• How BTS generated a tourism boom in Las Vegas
• Donald Trump's proposed $1.776 billion fund connected to January 6 defendants
• Ongoing confusion surrounding Iran negotiations
• America's upcoming 250th anniversary celebration
• RFK Jr.'s latest bizarre adventure
• And the non-political things helping everyone survive 2026
 
Links mentioned in the episode:
Nevada Current's 2026 Primary Guide: https://nevadacurrent.com/voter-guides/2026-primary-election/
How Nevada ranks for worker pay: https://www.rgj.com/story/news/2026/06/01/bureau-of-labor-statistics-shows-nevadans-average-hours-worked-wages/90353020007/?gnt-cfr=1&gca-cat=p&gca-uir=true&gca-epti=z113933p000650c000650e007300v113933d--39--b--39--&gca-ft=216&gca-ds=sophi
$1.8 billion fund updates: https://apnews.com/article/trump-justice-fund-jan6-capitol-riot-39b193211349b42e6218c5a1007785c9
Trump insists Iran talks continue at ‘rapid pace’ after Iranian state media said they were suspended | CNN: https://www.cnn.com/2026/06/01/world/live-news/iran-trump-lebanon-war-news
 

Nobody Is Voting. Tourists Are Leaving. What the Hell Is Happening?

Nevada's primary election is here, but voter turnout numbers are raising serious concerns.
This week, we review listener comments, discuss the state's new real-time election dashboard, and explain why local elections matter more than most people realize.
Topics include:
• Nevada primary elections• Early voting and mail ballots• Las Vegas tourism trends• International reactions to U.S. politics• Cuba and foreign policy debates• Healthcare and Medicaid concerns• Childcare affordability• Civic participation and voter engagement
Nevada Secretary of State election tracking/updates: https://www.nvsos.gov/vivid/ 

Nevada Primary Election Chaos & Trump’s “Nuke From Space” Post

Nevada’s 2026 primary election is officially underway — and this week we’re diving into the chaos.
This week:
Nevada’s biggest primary races
How mail ballots and early voting work
Why voter turnout matters
ICE officers being charged in Minnesota
Cuba tensions and US foreign policy
And Trump posting AI-generated “nuke from space” content online.
We also respond to viewer comments, including one internet argument that somehow turned into a masterclass on political polarization.
🗳 Nevada SOS site: https://www.nvsos.gov/elections/election-information/2026-election-information 

Gas Prices, Shootings & Trump’s Giant Dictator Arch

Nevada is having a WEEK.
This episode of One Minute Recess dives into:
Two Las Vegas shootings before lunch
Trump’s gas crisis and rising inflation
Medicaid cuts threatening Nevada healthcare
Joe Lombardo’s gas tax problems
Trump’s bizarre dictator-style arch proposal
We break down what’s happening in Nevada, why costs keep rising, and how national politics are directly impacting everyday people here at home.
 
ARTICLES & STORIES FROM THIS EPISODE:
Las Vegas shootings: https://www.reviewjournal.com/crime/homicides/2-shot-inside-las-vegas-grocery-store-3823110/  
Nevada gas tax holiday story (KTNV): https://www.ktnv.com/news/president-trump-moves-to-suspend-federal-gas-tax-how-could-that-affect-us-here-in-nevada  
Nevada Medicaid / healthcare cuts (Nevada Current): https://nevadacurrent.com/2026/05/08/not-just-medicaid-trumps-big-beautiful-bill-will-strain-all-nv-health-care-lawmakers-told/  
Inflation rising again (AP): https://apnews.com/article/us-inflation-consumer-iran-war-3f11b7fdd20ea56d2f0895e5241af7b6 
Trump says he doesn’t think about Americans financially in Iran negotiations (ABC News): https://abcnews.com/Politics/trump-americans-financial-situation-iran-negotiations/story?id=132891356 ️
Russian nuclear cargo ship sinking story: https://apnews.com/article/russian-ship-explosion-nuclear-reactors-spain-545f9d6f263549c9292e0a7c18831c79 ️
Trump triumphal arch / FAA review story: https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/13/us/video/trump-arch-faa-serfaty-live-051312pseg1-cnni-u-s-fast
 

Trump Wants No More Elections?! + Nevada’s Education Crisis

This week on One Minute Recess:
Trump says the only thing stopping him is “his own morality” (cool cool cool), Nevada education funding could get chopped AGAIN if the economy dips, Spirit Airlines collapses, and the Supreme Court temporarily restores access to the abortion pill.
Also:
MAGA commenters continue failing basic reading comprehension
Political violence threats are getting worse in Nevada
Cash Patel apparently has FBI-branded bourbon now
IKEA may secretly be the best coworking space in America
It’s another totally normal week in the collapse of modern society.
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🚨 LINKS + SOURCES FROM THIS WEEK’S EPISODE 🚨
🗳️ MIT Election Integrity Study (Nevada ranked #2): https://elections.mit.edu/#/data/rank
📚 Nevada education funding story: https://thenevadaindependent.com/article/is-nevadas-education-funding-on-the-chopping-block-in-2027-if-the-economy-dips
⛏️ Nevada gold mines + Lombardo donations story: https://thenevadaindependent.com/article/why-is-nevada-gold-mines-one-of-lombardos-top-donors-in-governors-race
🏛️ Nevada legislative security / political threats story: https://www.ktnv.com/news/amid-ongoing-threat-of-political-violence-nevada-legislative-police-form-special-protection-unit
✈️ Spirit Airlines collapse coverage: https://www.reuters.com/legal/government/spirit-airlines-lawyer-says-high-jet-fuel-prices-left-carrier-no-alternative-2026-05-05/
🗳️ Trump “no more elections” / morality quotes article: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/05/opinion/trump-midterm-elections-2026.html?unlocked_article_code=1.gFA.LQL_.rirL6asxYti8&smid=url-share
💊 Supreme Court abortion pill ruling coverage: https://apnews.com/article/abortion-pills-mifepristone-supreme-court-louisiana-0533e83d67148fdfec53b1d0d30c1e8a
💖 Support abortion access by donating to Wild West Access Fund: https://bit.ly/MTWWAF
🥃 Cash Patel bourbon article (The Atlantic): https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/2026/05/kash-patel-fbi-bourbon/687066/

Nevada’s Breaking Point, Political Drama & a Very Bad Week in DC

It’s been… that kind of week.
Nevada families are feeling the squeeze as gas prices push people closer to the edge — and behind the scenes, a major political fight is brewing that could reshape power in the state.
Meanwhile in DC, a terrifying moment at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner raises bigger questions about safety, leadership, and what’s become “normal” in America.
In this episode:– A tribute to Nevada legend Ruby Duncan  – Why gas prices are hitting a breaking point  – The Nevada Senate race everyone should be watching  – What’s really behind the film tax credit fight  – The reality of gun violence in America today  
Plus: a little chaos to end the episode (because we need it)
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Links!
Ruby Duncan dies at 93, learn more about her legacy: https://www.ktnv.com/news/ruby-duncan-activist-who-championed-rights-of-nevadas-needy-families-dies-at-93
Nevadans close to breaking point with gas prices: https://www.reviewjournal.com/business/personal-finance/nevadans-close-to-breaking-point-with-gas-prices-3793387/
AAA gas price tracker: https://gasprices.aaa.com/state-gas-price-averages/
Moment for America's elite is all too ordinary in the USA: https://www.cnn.com/2026/04/26/media/correspondents-dinner-political-violence?Date=20260426&Profile=CNN

Trump’s “You’re Welcome” Tour + Nevada Nails Elections

What happens when Trump rolls into Las Vegas claiming credit for something he didn’t REALLY do… Nevada quietly becomes one of the BEST states at running elections… and the FBI director is allegedly partying at a VIP club? Yeah. This week was another wild one.
In this episode of One Minute Recess, we break down:
Trump’s “no tax on tips” Vegas victory lap
Why Nevada is now ranked #2 in election integrity
The internet losing its mind over voter ID vs g#n rights
The data center explosion coming to Nevada (and why it might be a terrible idea)
Plus: global chaos, tariffs, and the one thing Trump accidentally did right.
🔗 Links & Resources
📌 Nevada election ranking (MIT study): https://nevadacurrent.com/briefs/nevada-among-nations-best-at-administering-elections-mit-report-finds/
📌 Trump Vegas visit + “no tax on tips” coverage: https://thenevadaindependent.com/article/youre-welcome-trump-visits-vegas-to-tout-no-tax-on-tips
📌 PBS report on Nevada data centers & energy demand: http://pbs.org/newshour/nation/states-are-struggling-to-meet-their-clean-energy-goals-blame-data-centers
📌 Reuters: Kash Patel lawsuit: https://www.reuters.com/world/fbi-director-kash-patel-sues-atlantic-court-records-show-2026-04-20/
📌 Channel 13: Tariff refund portal: https://www.ktnv.com/us-news/businesses-can-now-file-refund-claims-on-trumps-unconstitutional-tariffs