# Steve Scalise on The No Agenda Show

Steve Scalise comes up in 12 chapters across 9 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from June 2017 to September 2025.

- **Chapters:** 12
- **Episodes:** 9
- **Discussed:** June 2017 – September 2025
- **Related topics:** [Political Violence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-violence.md), [Cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [David Brooks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-brooks.md), [James Hodgkinson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-hodgkinson.md), [Anna Navarro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anna-navarro.md), [Bernie Sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), [Cancer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cancer.md), [Child Predators](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/child-predators.md), [College Students](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/college-students.md), [Donald Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md)

## Chapters 1–12 of 12

### Melissa Hortman, Steve Scalise, Political Violence Double Standards

- **Episode:** [1799: Taproot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1799-taproot.md)
- **Published:** 2025-09-14
- **Time:** 1:15:50–1:19:04
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1799-taproot/chapter/melissa-hortman-steve-scalise-political-violence-double-standards.md

The media's handling of violence against Democrats, such as the murder of Melissa Hortman, is contrasted with the coverage of the 2017 congressional baseball shooting targeting Republicans. Trump's recent comments on Fox and Friends with Ainsley Earhart emphasized that "radicals on the left" are the primary problem. The discussion highlights the perceived double standard in how the media attributes political affiliation to violent actors.

Keywords: [melissa hortman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/melissa-hortman.md), [steve scalise](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-scalise.md), [bernie sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), partisan violence, ainsley earhart

### Jake Tapper State of the Union Monologue

- **Episode:** [1677: Donald Duck!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1677-donald-duck.md)
- **Published:** 2024-07-14
- **Time:** 59:51–1:05:56
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1677-donald-duck/chapter/jake-tapper-state-of-the-union-monologue.md

CNN's Jake Tapper delivers a monologue on the history of American political violence, citing the shootings of Gabby Giffords and Steve Scalise, as well as the attack on Paul Pelosi. Tapper calls for an end to the "rhetoric of dehumanization." The hosts interpret Tapper's comments as a subtle way of blaming Trump's own rhetoric for the attack against him.

Keywords: [jake tapper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jake-tapper.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [political violence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-violence.md), [gabby giffords](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gabby-giffords.md), [steve scalise](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-scalise.md), [paul pelosi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paul-pelosi.md)

### Steve Scalise and the House Speaker Race

- **Episode:** [1598: Guardrails](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1598-guardrails.md)
- **Published:** 2023-10-12
- **Time:** 1:48:27–1:51:00
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1598-guardrails/chapter/steve-scalise-and-the-house-speaker-race.md

The race for Speaker of the House continues with Steve Scalise emerging as a top contender despite his recent cancer diagnosis. Some Republicans, including Marjorie Taylor Greene, have expressed concern about his health. The hosts suggest that Scalise is favored by the establishment because of his support for continued military funding for Ukraine and Israel.

Keywords: [steve scalise](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-scalise.md), [speaker of the house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/speaker-of-the-house.md), [ukraine funding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine-funding.md), [cancer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cancer.md), [marjorie taylor greene](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marjorie-taylor-greene.md)

### David Brooks on House Speaker Ousting and Ukraine Aid

- **Episode:** [1597: Honorifics](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1597-honorifics.md)
- **Published:** 2023-10-08
- **Time:** 1:23:18–1:27:55
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1597-honorifics/chapter/david-brooks-on-house-speaker-ousting-and-ukraine-aid.md

On PBS NewsHour, David Brooks discusses the unprecedented ousting of House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, attributing the move to "narcissistic hucksterism" within the Republican party led by Matt Gaetz. Brooks expresses concern that if Steve Scalise does not secure the speakership, future funding for Ukraine may be in jeopardy. The commentary highlights a growing divide between moderate "problem solvers" and the populist wing of the GOP.

Keywords: [david brooks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-brooks.md), [kevin mccarthy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kevin-mccarthy.md), [matt gaetz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matt-gaetz.md), [steve scalise](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-scalise.md), [pbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs.md), [house of representatives](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/house-of-representatives.md)

### Joe Biden Speech, Political Violence Condemnation

- **Episode:** [1499: Wack o' Wibs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1499-wack-o-wibs.md)
- **Published:** 2022-11-20
- **Time:** 23:45–28:11
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1499-wack-o-wibs/chapter/joe-biden-speech-political-violence-condemnation.md

President Joe Biden delivers a speech condemning political violence and linking the Pelosi attack to the rhetoric used during the January 6 Capitol riot. Biden calls on all citizens to stand against vitriol, specifically targeting "MAGA Republicans" for corroding the political climate. The hosts contrast this reaction with the 2017 shooting of Republican Representative Steve Scalise, suggesting a double standard in how political violence is reported.

Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [steve scalise](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-scalise.md), [january 6](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/january-6.md), [maga republicans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/maga-republicans.md), [political violence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-violence.md), [rhetoric](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rhetoric.md)

### Tony Schaefer Theory, Left-Wing Political Violence Claims

- **Episode:** [970: Golf Bag Nukes](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/970-golf-bag-nukes.md)
- **Published:** 2017-10-05
- **Time:** 46:44–51:35
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/970-golf-bag-nukes/chapter/tony-schaefer-theory-left-wing-political-violence-claims.md

Lieutenant Colonel Tony Schaefer argued on Fox News that the Las Vegas shooting was a "deliberate act of terror" with a political motive. Schaefer posited that Paddock may have targeted the country music festival because the audience was perceived to be comprised of Trump supporters and pro-gun individuals. He compared the event to the James Hodgkinson attack on Republican lawmakers, suggesting the radical left has encouraged violence as an extension of political speech.

Keywords: [tony schaefer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tony-schaefer.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [political violence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-violence.md), [james hodgkinson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-hodgkinson.md), [steve scalise](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-scalise.md)

### Anna Navarro Rant, Presidential Standards, Incitement Allegations

- **Episode:** [944: Ming the Magnificent](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/944-ming-the-magnificent.md)
- **Published:** 2017-07-06
- **Time:** 1:36:19–1:43:15
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/944-ming-the-magnificent/chapter/anna-navarro-rant-presidential-standards-incitement-allegations.md

CNN analyst Anna Navarro delivered a passionate critique of Donald Trump's character, labeling him a "man-baby" and accusing him of lowering presidential standards. The hosts contrast her claims of Trump inciting violence with the actual shooting of Republican Congressman Steve Scalise by a Democratic supporter.

Keywords: [anna navarro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anna-navarro.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [steve scalise](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-scalise.md), [incitement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/incitement.md)

### Media Response to Steve Scalise Shooting

- **Episode:** [939: Bigdala](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/939-bigdala.md)
- **Published:** 2017-06-18
- **Time:** 1:46:57–1:50:35
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/939-bigdala/chapter/media-response-to-steve-scalise-shooting.md

Following the shooting of Representative Steve Scalise at a baseball practice, media commentary shifted from calls for unity to blaming President Trump's rhetoric for the violence. On PBS NewsHour, David Brooks argued that political involvement is now driven by "loathing" of the other side rather than advocacy for one's own. The hosts track how the narrative evolved to frame the shooter's actions as a result of a broader "weaponization" of political extremism.

Keywords: [steve scalise](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-scalise.md), congressional baseball game, [political violence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-violence.md), [david brooks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-brooks.md), [pbs newshour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs-newshour.md)

### Joy Reid and the Racial Criticism of Steve Scalise

- **Episode:** [939: Bigdala](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/939-bigdala.md)
- **Published:** 2017-06-18
- **Time:** 1:55:02–1:59:31
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/939-bigdala/chapter/joy-reid-and-the-racial-criticism-of-steve-scalise.md

MSNBC host Joy Reid faced backlash for bringing up Steve Scalise's past record on race while he was in critical condition following a shooting. Commentary on the network suggested that if Scalise's life was saved by an African-American lesbian officer or through high-quality healthcare, he should change his political stances on those issues. The hosts criticize this "moral education" approach to a victim of a violent attack.

Keywords: [joy reid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joy-reid.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [steve scalise](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-scalise.md), [racism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/racism.md), [healthcare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/healthcare.md)

### Congressional Baseball Shooting and Political Rhetoric

- **Episode:** [938: Humalgo](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/938-humalgo.md)
- **Published:** 2017-06-15
- **Time:** 2:02–5:10
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/938-humalgo/chapter/congressional-baseball-shooting-and-political-rhetoric.md

Media coverage of the shooting of Representative Steve Scalise by James Hodgkinson is deconstructed, highlighting how outlets blame "incendiary rhetoric" from both political parties. The analysis includes references to Kathy Griffin’s controversial photo and the New York production of Julius Caesar. Politicians like Nancy Pelosi and Chris Collins are shown calling for a reduction in political vitriol.

Keywords: [james hodgkinson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-hodgkinson.md), [steve scalise](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-scalise.md), [nancy pelosi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nancy-pelosi.md), [kathy griffin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kathy-griffin.md), julius caesar

### Newt Gingrich on Left-Wing Hostility

- **Episode:** [938: Humalgo](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/938-humalgo.md)
- **Published:** 2017-06-15
- **Time:** 12:13–13:44
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/938-humalgo/chapter/newt-gingrich-on-left-wing-hostility.md

Newt Gingrich provides an analysis of the shooting, characterizing it as part of a pattern of increasing intensity and hostility from the political left. He cites reports of college students facing death threats for supporting Donald Trump. Gingrich argues that this climate has been building since election night 2016.

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### Steve Scalise and Human Trafficking Legislation

- **Episode:** [938: Humalgo](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/938-humalgo.md)
- **Published:** 2017-06-15
- **Time:** 17:46–20:01
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/938-humalgo/chapter/steve-scalise-and-human-trafficking-legislation.md

The segment addresses "Pizzagate" conspiracy theories claiming Steve Scalise was targeted because of his work against human trafficking. A PSA from Scalise regarding the inherent worth of human life and House actions against child predators is played. The hosts express skepticism toward claims that the shooting was a coordinated effort to stop a sex ring investigation.

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