4 Things To Know This Afternoon

Erick Erickson
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Your essential end-of-day rundown of the four most important stories breaking while you were busy. Hosted by nationally syndicated radio host Erick Erickson, 4 Things to Know This Afternoon delivers smart, conservative analysis of the four biggest headlines shaping the nation and the world in less than ten minutes. From national security to culture, economics to politics, Erick distills the noise into clarity—cutting through the spin with conviction, context, and a clear-eyed view of where things stand. Subscribe for daily insight before dinner.

  1. 18h ago ·  Video

    Ukraine, Gulf Oil flows, Trumps Tele-town halls, NASDAQ Slides

    1. Ukraine Resumes Strikes on Russian Refineries After pausing for several weeks at the U.S.'s request, Ukraine hit Russian oil refineries again to cut off fuel for Russia's war effort. Erickson also criticizes European countries for still buying Russian natural gas, and says Ukraine is right to keep fighting. 2. Gulf Oil Flows Again, but at a Steep Price Oil exports from the Persian Gulf are back near pre-Iran-war levels. However, security, insurance, and diesel costs add about a $30 premium per barrel, and renewed Iranian attacks on tankers near Hormuz are pushing Brent and WTI above $100. 3. Trump Trades Rallies for Tele-Town Halls Trump canceled some rallies and is holding tele-town halls instead, partly because Georgia Republicans worry his visits energize Democrats more than Republicans. Erickson expects the GOP to hold the Senate but lose the House, and he urges Republicans to vote the full ballot even if they skip a candidate they dislike. 4. Nasdaq Slides on AI Bubble Fears The Nasdaq is having its worst day since June, and Intel is having its worst day in 50 years. Erickson attributes the sell-off to growing doubts about AI's payoff, combined with rising oil prices and broader economic worries. Subscribe for the next edition of Four Things You Need to Know with Erick Erickson. Text ERICK to 33-777 for "Show Notes" and to stay updated on all things Erick Erickson. Erickerickson.com https://www.facebook.com/ewerickson https://www.instagram.com/ewerickson https://www.threads.com/@ewerickson https://x.com/ewerickson/

    Ukraine, Gulf Oil flows, Trumps Tele-town halls, NASDAQ Slides

  2. 1d ago

    Alaska Under Investigation, Inflation Persists, and Google Faces AI Pressure

    The economy is growing, but that doesn't mean your paycheck is keeping up. Republicans have warning signs in states they should be winning. And Google faces a challenge to the business that made it dominant. Here are the four things you need to know this afternoon: 1. Alaska: The governor has ordered an investigation following allegations of spoiler recruitment involving Mary Peltola's campaign. I explain the controversy surrounding the two Dan Sullivans and why I question the Justice Department's legal approach. 2. The economy: Growth is strong, but inflation remains a problem. I discuss purchasing power and why I think higher interest rates could be ahead. 3. South Carolina and Georgia: Candidate quality matters. I look at the competitive Senate race in South Carolina, turnout concerns in Georgia, and why Republicans cannot take otherwise winnable races for granted. 4. Google and AI: I examine Alphabet's spending and ask how Google protects an advertising business when more people turn to AI for answers. Text ERICK to 33-777 for "Show Notes" and to stay updated on all things Erick Erickson. www.erickerickson.com https://www.youtube.com/@ewerickson  https://rumble.com/ewerickson  Stay grounded, stay informed, and keep the faith.

    Alaska Under Investigation, Inflation Persists, and Google Faces AI Pressure

  3. 2d ago

    The Fed Holds, Netanyahu Survives, and Ohio's Ad Backfires

    Inflation is still a problem. Israel's election math is still a mess. And with the midterms almost here, political operatives are giving voters more reasons to distrust them. Here are the four things you need to know this afternoon: ➡️ The Federal Reserve: The Fed holds rates steady. I explain the inflation problem and why another increase could be ahead. ➡️ Israel: Netanyahu appears positioned to get the first chance at building a coalition, but a path to a stable government remains uncertain. ➡️ Ohio: I break down the backlash to Vivek Ramaswamy's ad featuring Amy Acton's mother and why I think Republicans could pay for it beyond the governor's race. ➡️ Alaska: I discuss reporting on efforts to recruit another Dan Sullivan for the ballot and the questions it raises about Mary Peltola's campaign and voter confusion. Text ERICK to 33-777 for "Show Notes" and to stay updated on all things Erick Erickson. www.erickerickson.com https://www.youtube.com/@ewerickson  https://rumble.com/ewerickson  Stay grounded, stay informed, and keep the faith.

    The Fed Holds, Netanyahu Survives, and Ohio's Ad Backfires

  4. 3d ago

    Israel Votes, Bolsonaro Flees, China Growth and GOP Turnout Worries

    Israel's election, Bolsonaro's reported flight from Brazil, China's growth claims and Republican turnout concerns lead the four things to know this afternoon. 1. Israel's election and Netanyahu's future: High turnout and warnings of possible upsets raise questions about Benjamin Netanyahu and Likud. Exit polling had not been released when this episode was recorded at 3:15 p.m. Eastern. 2. Bolsonaro's reported flight from Brazil: Flavio Bolsonaro's reported departure for the United States follows Brazil's election. Allegations surrounding voting-hour extensions and a falling stock market add to the uncertainty. 3. China's economic growth claims: China's reported growth faces skepticism over government control of economic data. U.S. economic performance and household cost pressures provide the comparison. 4. Republican turnout concerns: Trump returns to Texas as Republican pollsters warn about early voting participation. Nevada and Florida stand out in the transcript's turnout account, while control of the House and Senate remains at stake.  Text ERICK to 33-777 for "Show Notes" and to stay updated on all things Erick Erickson. www.erickerickson.com https://www.youtube.com/@ewerickson  https://rumble.com/ewerickson  Stay grounded, stay informed, and keep the faith.

    Israel Votes, Bolsonaro Flees, China Growth and GOP Turnout Worries

  5. Oct 23

    Ohio Ad Fallout, Canada Tariffs, Georgia Turnout and Iran Oil Fears

    1. Ohio Republicans respond to Vivek Ramaswamy's ad against Amy Acton. Jon Husted, Mike DeWine and other Republicans oppose the ad, while a 1978 arrest warrant tied to molestation allegations against Cletus Arthur supports Acton's account of her family living in a tent.  2. Trump is expected to remove 50% tariffs on major Canadian products in a bid to help Susan Collins in Maine and Mike Rogers in Michigan. The removal has not yet taken effect, and tariffs on other Canadian products remain possible. 3. Georgia's rural vote is down 50% from 2022 as Trump prepares to visit middle Georgia. Farm bankruptcies, anger over tariffs and Republican voters signaling they may sit out the election are raising concerns about turnout. 4. Brent crude rises above $116 and West Texas crude above $103 after Tom Barrack suggests Iran strikes could come as early as the weekend. Trump denies the strikes will happen, while reports of plans for a U.S.-Israeli campaign after the midterms continue to unsettle oil markets.   Text ERICK to 33-777 for "Show Notes" and to stay updated on all things Erick Erickson. www.erickerickson.com https://www.youtube.com/@ewerickson  https://rumble.com/ewerickson  Stay grounded, stay informed, and keep the faith.

    Ohio Ad Fallout, Canada Tariffs, Georgia Turnout and Iran Oil Fears

  6. Oct 22

    El-Sayed Letter, Ohio Ad Fallout, Starlink and Lewandowski Inquiry

    1. Abdul El-Sayed's Muslim Brotherhood letter  The New York Times reports that Abdul El-Sayed signed a letter supporting the Muslim Brotherhood while he was a medical student. His campaign declined to comment.  2. Vivek Ramaswamy's Amy Acton ad Vivek Ramaswamy's ad features Amy Acton's mother challenging her daughter's truthfulness. JD Vance declined to denounce the ad, and Ohio Republican candidates are fielding questions about it.  3. Starlink service in Ukraine Trump asked Elon Musk to restore Starlink connectivity after service failures affected Ukraine's defenses against Russian attacks.  4. Corey Lewandowski inquiry The Wall Street Journal reports that the Justice Department is examining allegations that Corey Lewandowski profited from his position at the Department of Homeland Security. The inquiry follows a referral from the department's inspector general.   Text ERICK to 33-777 for "Show Notes" and to stay updated on all things Erick Erickson. www.erickerickson.com https://www.youtube.com/@ewerickson  https://rumble.com/ewerickson  Stay grounded, stay informed, and keep the faith.

    El-Sayed Letter, Ohio Ad Fallout, Starlink and Lewandowski Inquiry

  7. Oct 19

    California Voter Fraud, El-Sayed, France Riots and GOP Turnout

    California voter fraud allegations, questions about Abdul El-Sayed's naming story, unrest in France, and Republican turnout concerns lead the four things to know for October 19, 2026. California voter fraud allegations Federal authorities have arrested 20 people accused of illegal voter registration activity, according to the account presented in the episode. A Trump administration lawsuit also alleges California failed to review as many as 20,000 suspected noncitizens. The discussion distinguishes illegal voting from evidence that enough unlawful votes were cast to change an election's outcome. Abdul El-Sayed's Paula Abdul story A resurfaced account from El-Sayed's 2018 campaign attributes his name to Paula Abdul's popularity. His 1984 birth and her 1988 debut album form the basis of Erick's challenge to that explanation. The segment also addresses Erick's allegations about El-Sayed's Muslim Brotherhood ties and Democratic concerns about his Michigan candidacy. France riots and immigration policy Reports of violent unrest and a nationwide curfew in France frame a discussion of immigration and assimilation. Erick argues that France's approach has failed and describes opposition from Poland and other Eastern European countries to European Union immigration policies. Trump's Republican turnout push Trump's appearances in Kansas and Georgia come amid concerns about Republican voter enthusiasm. Roger Marshall's Senate race, campaign spending, and a reported shift from MAGA identification toward traditional Republican identification illustrate the challenges discussed in the episode. Text ERICK to 33-777 for "Show Notes" and to stay updated on all things Erick Erickson. www.erickerickson.com https://www.youtube.com/@ewerickson  https://rumble.com/ewerickson  Stay grounded, stay informed, and keep the faith.

    California Voter Fraud, El-Sayed, France Riots and GOP Turnout

  8. Oct 15

    Execution Stream Canceled, Ukraine, Wiles Rumors and CFP Expansion

    1. Trump Cancels Execution Livestream President Trump has canceled plans to livestream an execution following bipartisan outrage. Polling described in the episode shows majority support for the execution but even greater opposition to broadcasting it. The cancellation follows concerns about footage of real deaths becoming viral memes. 2. Ukraine Plans to Resume Russian Refinery Strikes Ukraine says it will resume strikes on Russian refineries after Russia continued attacks despite Trump's push for an energy ceasefire. Zelensky told Piers Morgan that Trump is helping Russia rather than acting as a neutral mediator. Attacks on Ukraine's power grid and energy supplies remain a concern ahead of winter. 3. Susie Wiles Departure Rumors Circulate Rumors suggest White House chief of staff Susie Wiles could leave after the election, with claims that Trump has complained about her and sought recommendations for a replacement. Her departure is not confirmed. The rumors are described as circulating largely among opponents she has pushed aside. 4. College Football Playoff Expansion to 24 Teams The college football playoff is set to expand to 24 teams in 2027, doubling the current field. The expansion raises questions about competitive games, television revenue and the place of historic bowls. Corporate bowl branding and sports betting are also part of the debate.   Text ERICK to 33-777 for "Show Notes" and to stay updated on all things Erick Erickson. www.erickerickson.com https://www.youtube.com/@ewerickson  https://rumble.com/ewerickson  Stay grounded, stay informed, and keep the faith.

    Execution Stream Canceled, Ukraine, Wiles Rumors and CFP Expansion
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Your essential end-of-day rundown of the four most important stories breaking while you were busy. Hosted by nationally syndicated radio host Erick Erickson, 4 Things to Know This Afternoon delivers smart, conservative analysis of the four biggest headlines shaping the nation and the world in less than ten minutes. From national security to culture, economics to politics, Erick distills the noise into clarity—cutting through the spin with conviction, context, and a clear-eyed view of where things stand. Subscribe for daily insight before dinner.

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