# Hatch Act on The No Agenda Show

Hatch Act comes up in 14 chapters across 10 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from September 2010 to October 2024.

- **Chapters:** 14
- **Episodes:** 10
- **Discussed:** September 2010 – October 2024
- **Related topics:** [Rnc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rnc.md), [Donald Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [Joe Biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [Melania Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/melania-trump.md), [Pbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs.md), [Rose Garden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rose-garden.md), [White House](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [Cabinet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cabinet.md), [Campaign Rally](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/campaign-rally.md), [Cnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnbc.md)

## Chapters 1–14 of 14

### Liz Cheney, Biden Cognitive Health Defense

- **Episode:** [1706: Nerd & Knucklehead](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1706-nerd-knucklehead.md)
- **Published:** 2024-10-24
- **Time:** 51:42–58:16
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1706-nerd-knucklehead/chapter/liz-cheney-biden-cognitive-health-defense.md

Kamala Harris addresses rumors regarding Liz Cheney potentially joining her cabinet, possibly as Secretary of Defense. Harris defends President Joe Biden’s cognitive health, insisting she has seen him operate effectively in the Situation Room for hours. The interview took place at the Vice President's residence at the Naval Observatory, raising questions about the Hatch Act.

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### Gina Raimondo, Hatch Act Personal Capacity Disclaimer

- **Episode:** [1700: Turban Tossing](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1700-turban-tossing.md)
- **Published:** 2024-10-03
- **Time:** 39:37–44:31
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1700-turban-tossing/chapter/gina-raimondo-hatch-act-personal-capacity-disclaimer.md

Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo appeared on CNBC as a surrogate for the Kamala Harris campaign, using a "personal capacity" disclaimer to avoid Hatch Act violations. She faced criticism for refusing to answer specific questions about the port strike's impact on commerce while in this surrogate role. The hosts argue that cabinet members should prioritize their official duties over campaign activities.

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### Marsha Blackburn, Big Tech Privacy Invasions

- **Episode:** [1700: Turban Tossing](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1700-turban-tossing.md)
- **Published:** 2024-10-03
- **Time:** 1:40:54–1:43:14
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1700-turban-tossing/chapter/marsha-blackburn-big-tech-privacy-invasions.md

Senator Marsha Blackburn raised alarms about Meta and Google allegedly coordinating to listen to phone conversations for keyword-based advertising. Blackburn argued that federal online privacy protection legislation has been repeatedly blocked by high-priced lobbyists. The hosts discuss how users unwittingly grant microphone and contact access to apps, making themselves the product.

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### Mark Hamill, White House Hatch Act Controversy

- **Episode:** [1657: Trash Can Man](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1657-trash-can-man.md)
- **Published:** 2024-05-05
- **Time:** 1:47:06–1:49:52
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1657-trash-can-man/chapter/mark-hamill-white-house-hatch-act-controversy.md

Actor Mark Hamill appeared at the White House press podium to endorse "Joby-Wan Kenobi," sparking allegations of Hatch Act violations. The use of official government facilities for campaign promotion is criticized, alongside the distribution of aviator sunglasses as White House swag.

Keywords: [mark hamill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-hamill.md), [hatch act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hatch-act.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [star wars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/star-wars.md), [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md)

### Admiral Rachel Levine and the "Summer of Pride"

- **Episode:** [1568: Spook Head](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1568-spook-head.md)
- **Published:** 2023-06-29
- **Time:** 1:04:43–1:14:00
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1568-spook-head/chapter/admiral-rachel-levine-and-the-summer-of-pride.md

Admiral Rachel Levine, Assistant Secretary for Health, released a video declaring a "Summer of Pride" alongside transgender activist Ryan Cassata. The hosts debate whether Levine's official appearance in uniform to discuss "anti-trans legislation" constitutes a violation of the Hatch Act. They analyze the rhetoric used in the video, specifically the term "transgender liberation movement" and the politicization of gender-affirming care.

Keywords: [rachel levine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rachel-levine.md), [hhs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hhs.md), [hatch act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hatch-act.md), [pride month](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pride-month.md), ryan cassata

### Karine Jean-Pierre Hatch Act Violation and Historic Status

- **Episode:** [1565: CL0P](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1565-cl0p.md)
- **Published:** 2023-06-19
- **Time:** 1:10:58–1:14:43
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1565-cl0p/chapter/karine-jean-pierre-hatch-act-violation-and-historic-status.md

White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre was found to have violated the Hatch Act by using her official position to make partisan comments about "Mega Republicans." In a separate interview, she described herself as a "historic figure" walking through history every day.

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### Melania Trump's Rose Garden Speech and RNC Production

- **Episode:** [1272: Buy Stamps!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1272-buy-stamps.md)
- **Published:** 2020-08-27
- **Time:** 1:01:28–1:06:23
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1272-buy-stamps/chapter/melania-trump-s-rose-garden-speech-and-rnc-production.md

First Lady Melania Trump delivered a keynote speech from the White House Rose Garden, which drew criticism from NPR and others for potential Hatch Act violations. The production, reportedly influenced by Mark Burnett's team, utilized high-end cinematography and lighting to create a polished television event.

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### Hatch Act Allegations and RNC Naturalization Ceremony

- **Episode:** [1272: Buy Stamps!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1272-buy-stamps.md)
- **Published:** 2020-08-27
- **Time:** 1:06:23–1:08:42
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1272-buy-stamps/chapter/hatch-act-allegations-and-rnc-naturalization-ceremony.md

The Trump administration faced accusations of violating the Hatch Act by using federal property and personnel for political purposes during the RNC. Events cited included a naturalization ceremony for five immigrants and a pardon for a former bank robber, both filmed inside the White House.

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### Paul Begala Advises Democrats Against Hatch Act Focus

- **Episode:** [1272: Buy Stamps!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1272-buy-stamps.md)
- **Published:** 2020-08-27
- **Time:** 1:20:08–1:23:26
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1272-buy-stamps/chapter/paul-begala-advises-democrats-against-hatch-act-focus.md

Democratic strategist Paul Begala suggested that Democrats should not fixate on Hatch Act violations regarding the RNC, as most voters do not care about such technicalities. He praised Melania Trump's speech for acknowledging the pandemic but suggested the President should have spoken from a "morgue" to highlight the death toll.

Keywords: [paul begala](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paul-begala.md), [rnc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rnc.md), [hatch act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hatch-act.md), [melania trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/melania-trump.md), [dnc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dnc.md)

### The Hatch Act and Goya Products Controversy

- **Episode:** [1261: Infodemic](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1261-infodemic.md)
- **Published:** 2020-07-19
- **Time:** 1:59:49–2:02:12
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1261-infodemic/chapter/the-hatch-act-and-goya-products-controversy.md

Kayleigh McEnany defended the President's Rose Garden speech against allegations of Hatch Act violations, noting that the President and Vice President are legally exempt from the act. The discussion also touched on the controversy surrounding Goya products, with a brief tangent regarding the presence of MSG in processed foods and its effects on health.

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### Yamiche Alcindor and Media Reaction to White House Briefings

- **Episode:** [1234: COVID KowTow](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow.md)
- **Published:** 2020-04-16
- **Time:** 57:07–1:03:21
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow/chapter/yamiche-alcindor-and-media-reaction-to-white-house-briefings.md

PBS reporter Yamiche Alcindor criticized President Donald Trump for playing a video montage during a White House briefing, characterizing the event as a campaign rally. Media organizations have debated whether to continue broadcasting the briefings live, while some reporters questioned if the video production violated the Hatch Act.

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### Kellyanne Conway and the Hatch Act Violation

- **Episode:** [1147: OTARD](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1147-otard.md)
- **Published:** 2019-06-20
- **Time:** 2:32:13–2:35:27
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1147-otard/chapter/kellyanne-conway-and-the-hatch-act-violation.md

The U.S. Office of Special Counsel recommended that Kellyanne Conway be removed from office for repeated violations of the Hatch Act, citing her political comments on television and social media. The White House dismissed the recommendation as "deeply flawed" and "misogynist." The segment clarifies that the Office of Special Counsel is an independent investigative agency unrelated to the Mueller probe.

Keywords: [kellyanne conway](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kellyanne-conway.md), [hatch act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hatch-act.md), office of special counsel, [pbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs.md), [democracy now](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democracy-now.md)

### FEC Chair Warning on Foreign Election Help

- **Episode:** [1147: OTARD](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1147-otard.md)
- **Published:** 2019-06-20
- **Time:** 2:35:28–2:39:35
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1147-otard/chapter/fec-chair-warning-on-foreign-election-help.md

FEC Chair Ellen Weintraub issued a public statement clarifying that it is illegal for political candidates to solicit or accept anything of value from foreign nationals. This was a direct response to President Trump's comments about Norway or other countries providing opposition research. The segment also explores the specific exemptions of the Hatch Act, which generally exclude the President and Vice President.

Keywords: ellen weintraub, [fec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fec.md), foreign nationals, [election law](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/election-law.md), hatch act exemptions

### DREAM Act, Military Service for Citizenship

- **Episode:** [236: Kids with Depression](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/236-kids-with-depression.md)
- **Published:** 2010-09-19
- **Time:** 1:46:52–1:50:19
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/236-kids-with-depression/chapter/dream-act-military-service-for-citizenship.md

The hosts discuss the DREAM Act, which provides a path to citizenship for illegal immigrants who serve in the military. They argue the legislation is a way to recruit "brown people" to fight foreign wars and criticize the vague "good moral character" requirements. They view it as a form of modern enslavement tied to political voting blocs.

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