# Heroes Act on The No Agenda Show Heroes Act comes up in 8 chapters across 5 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from May 2020 to December 2024. - **Chapters:** 8 - **Episodes:** 5 - **Discussed:** May 2020 – December 2024 - **Related topics:** [Nancy Pelosi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nancy-pelosi.md), [Stimulus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stimulus.md), [Lobbyists](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lobbyists.md), [Mail-in Ballots](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mail-in-ballots.md), [Agenda 2030](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/agenda-2030.md), [Amazon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon.md), [Amnesty](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amnesty.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Broadband](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/broadband.md), [Democrats](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democrats.md) ## Chapters 1–8 of 8 ### The Heroes Act, Stimulus Package and Mail-in Ballots - **Episode:** [1722: This Actually Happened!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1722-this-actually-happened.md) - **Published:** 2024-12-19 - **Time:** 19:03–21:33 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1722-this-actually-happened/chapter/the-heroes-act-stimulus-package-and-mail-in-ballots.md House Democrats unveiled the $3 trillion "Heroes Act," which included stimulus checks, unemployment benefits, and funding for state governments and the U.S. Postal Service. President Trump criticized the package as a "voting package," expressing strong opposition to provisions for expanded mail-in balloting. Trump argued that mail-in voting is subject to corruption and would negatively impact Republican election prospects. Keywords: [nancy pelosi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nancy-pelosi.md), [heroes act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heroes-act.md), [stimulus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stimulus.md), [mail-in ballots](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mail-in-ballots.md), [voter fraud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voter-fraud.md) ### Matt Taibbi Analysis of Congressional Aid Package - **Episode:** [1307: de-googling](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1307-de-googling.md) - **Published:** 2020-12-31 - **Time:** 1:26:49–1:30:49 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1307-de-googling/chapter/matt-taibbi-analysis-of-congressional-aid-package.md Journalist Matt Taibbi analyzed the COVID-19 relief negotiations, arguing that Democrats negotiated against themselves and settled for a fraction of their original $3.4 trillion HEROES Act request. He described the final $900 billion package as "crumbs" compared to the initial goals, noting that political maneuvering took precedence over effective relief. Keywords: [matt taibbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matt-taibbi.md), [heroes act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heroes-act.md), [mitch mcconnell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mitch-mcconnell.md), [stimulus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stimulus.md), [democrats](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democrats.md) ### HEROES Act Negotiations, Postal Service Reform - **Episode:** [1269: pre-bunked](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked.md) - **Published:** 2020-08-16 - **Time:** 2:16:57–2:22:55 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/heroes-act-negotiations-postal-service-reform.md President Trump is using USPS funding as leverage in negotiations for the HEROES Act, opposing the $1 trillion requested for state bailouts. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy's removal of mail-sorting machines is framed as a long-term shift toward package delivery to make the service profitable and challenge Amazon's low shipping rates. The hosts argue that the "mail-in voting crisis" is a predictable result of a lack of infrastructure for universal mail-in ballots. Keywords: [heroes act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heroes-act.md), [nancy pelosi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nancy-pelosi.md), [louis dejoy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/louis-dejoy.md), [amazon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon.md), [mail-in voting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mail-in-voting.md) ### Trump Executive Orders, TikTok Divestiture, Stimulus Negotiations - **Episode:** [1267: Trust Stamp](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1267-trust-stamp.md) - **Published:** 2020-08-09 - **Time:** 9:32–11:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1267-trust-stamp/chapter/trump-executive-orders-tiktok-divestiture-stimulus-negotiations.md President Donald Trump issued an executive order giving TikTok 45 days to sell its U.S. operations to an American company, with a portion of the proceeds potentially going to the Treasury. Following a stalemate in stimulus negotiations with Democrats, Trump moved to bypass Congress using executive authority. The primary point of contention remains a trillion-dollar bailout for states requested by Democrats in the HEROES Act. Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [tiktok](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tiktok.md), [executive order](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-order.md), [nancy pelosi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nancy-pelosi.md), [heroes act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heroes-act.md), [stimulus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stimulus.md) ### Democratic Policy Wishlist, UN Agenda 2030, Historical Hypocrisy - **Episode:** [1267: Trust Stamp](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1267-trust-stamp.md) - **Published:** 2020-08-09 - **Time:** 16:16–21:09 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1267-trust-stamp/chapter/democratic-policy-wishlist-un-agenda-2030-historical-hypocrisy.md An examination of the Democratic "wishlist" in the HEROES Act reveals provisions for corporate race statistics, same-day voter registration, and climate change mitigation tied to UN Agenda 2030. A 2012 clip of Nancy Pelosi is played to highlight her past support for payroll tax cuts under President Obama, contrasting with current Democratic opposition. The segment characterizes the political maneuvering as a "Build Back Better" globalist agenda. Keywords: [nancy pelosi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nancy-pelosi.md), [heroes act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heroes-act.md), [agenda 2030](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/agenda-2030.md), [green new deal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/green-new-deal.md), [payroll tax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/payroll-tax.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md) ### The Heroes Act, Three Trillion Dollar Relief Package - **Episode:** [1242: Smokin' Hot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1242-smokin-hot.md) - **Published:** 2020-05-17 - **Time:** 57:15–1:02:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1242-smokin-hot/chapter/the-heroes-act-three-trillion-dollar-relief-package.md House Democrats unveiled the $3 trillion "Heroes Act," which includes $1,200 stimulus checks, funding for the U.S. Postal Service, and assistance for state governments. President Trump criticized the bill as a "voting package" designed to facilitate mail-in ballot fraud. Amy Goodman's reporting on the bill is scrutinized for its claims regarding corporate lobbyist bailouts. Keywords: [heroes act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heroes-act.md), [nancy pelosi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nancy-pelosi.md), [stimulus checks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stimulus-checks.md), [postal service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/postal-service.md), [mail-in ballots](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mail-in-ballots.md), [lobbyists](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lobbyists.md) ### Essential Worker Protections and Potential Amnesty Provisions - **Episode:** [1242: Smokin' Hot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1242-smokin-hot.md) - **Published:** 2020-05-17 - **Time:** 1:06:05–1:10:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1242-smokin-hot/chapter/essential-worker-protections-and-potential-amnesty-provisions.md The Heroes Act includes provisions that would make individuals with a Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) eligible for relief funds, regardless of legal status. It also proposes protections against deportation for "essential workers," which critics like Tucker Carlson argue is a form of "sneaky amnesty." Podcasting is reportedly listed as an essential media service in some government documents. Keywords: [heroes act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heroes-act.md), [illegal immigration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/illegal-immigration.md), tin, [tucker carlson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tucker-carlson.md), [amnesty](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amnesty.md), [essential workers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/essential-workers.md) ### Telecommunications Provisions and the T-Band Auction Repeal - **Episode:** [1242: Smokin' Hot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1242-smokin-hot.md) - **Published:** 2020-05-17 - **Time:** 1:10:09–1:12:01 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1242-smokin-hot/chapter/telecommunications-provisions-and-the-t-band-auction-repeal.md The relief bill contains a telecom section that includes funding for "enhanced Lifeline" phones and emergency broadband. A specific provision titled "Don't Break the T-Band" seeks to repeal the auction of certain radio frequencies. 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