Inside Sources Full Show December 5th, 2024: Mitt Romney's Farewell Speech, DOGE visits Capitol Hill, and Spotify Wrapped

Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Leah Murray 

Mitt Romney’s farewell speech 

Mitt Romney gave his farewell speech in the Senate yesterday. He spoke about his gratitude for his time there and thanked other senators who he worked with. He also expressed his gratitude for being able to serve as Utah's Senator. Leah Murray and Taylor Morgan break down some of the decisions that Senator Romney had a part in. 

Pete Hegseth allegations could lead to a new nomination 

Yet another of president-elect Donald Trump's nominations is being met with more controversy. Pete Hegseth is being investigated for misconduct and sexual assault allegations. Trump is looking into other options for defense secretary. Trump's camp is treating this situation much differently than they did with the Matt Gaetz nomination. Leah Murray and Taylor Morgan take a look at how Trump is handling the situation and who he could pick. 

DOGE visits Capitol Hill 

The newly created Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is set to meet with Congress today. It'll be a first look at how the two organizations are able to work together. It's going to be a test of the relationship to see if it can work. But there are hurdles and roadblocks that both sides are going to have to figure out. Leah Murray and Taylor Morgan break down how DOGE could function alongside Congress. 

GOP lawmakers look ahead to solve Amendment D issue 

Republican lawmakers in Utah are trying to figure out how to keep control over lawmaking in the state after Amendment D was removed from this year’s ballot. Legislators won't be able to make another push for Amendment D until 2026. Leah Murray and Taylor Morgan discuss how Utah Republicans are planning to solve the issue with Amendment D. 

Democrats are cleaning up their House 

The Democratic Party is trying to get younger as they look to remake and rebuild an aging party. Some of these moves involve younger delegates replacing older ones on various committees on Capitol Hill. Leah Murray and Taylor Morgan look at how the Democratic Party is taking another step towards this goal. 

The pendulum always swings back 

It's hard to be patient in politics. And for Democrats, this might be the hardest time to be patient. The Republicans have the "trifecta" and look to pass off their agenda. But the pendulum always swings back. Taylor Morgan and Leah Murray break down the historical “swings” and how patience pays off in Congress. 

Gov. Cox budget reveal includes higher education reform, SS tax cuts 

Governor Spencer Cox wants to shake up higher education by eliminating some public university programs and reallocating the money into other programs. He says that "higher ed has lost their way". What does that mean for Utah and how is this reallocation going to work? Taylor Morgan and Leah Murray break down the numbers behind the reform and how it’s going to affect Utah’s universities. 

Who were your most listened to artists this year? 

It's that time of the year again... your annual Spotify wrapped update. Leah Murray and Taylor Morgan talk about what songs, artists, and podcasts they've been listening to and ask the question: Does the music you listen to show who you voted for?