Carpetbagger Controversy Rocks Fifth Congressional District

You're listening to American Ground Radio with Stephen Parr and Louis R. Avallone. This is the full show for February 12, 2026. 0:30 We dive into the heated Republican primary for the 5th Congressional District, where Michael Eccles takes on Trump-endorsed Blake Miguez. Carpetbagger accusations fly, residency controversies heat up, and political strategy meets raw Louisiana rivalry. Plus, we break down the latest shakeups in the Louisiana Senate race and examine the behind-the-scenes drama rocking state leadership.10:00 Plus, we cover the Top 3 Things You Need to Know. The New Orleans Police Department has radically revised its immigration enforcement cooperation policies.The city-parish government of Baton Rouge has fired 46 employees.The parking crackdown in New Orleans has started.Last weekend, the city towed 207 vehicles, and placed parking boots on 106 more.12:30 Get Performlyte from Victory Nutrition International for 20% off. Go to vni.life/agr and use the promo code AGR20.13:00 Treasurer John Fleming’s U.S. Senate bid sparks a wildfire, accusing Governor Jeff Landry of a secretive scheme to secure Trump’s endorsement for Congresswoman Julia Letlow. We break down the explosive allegations, backroom drama, campaign finance moves, and how Trump’s endorsement is reshaping the Republican primary. Inside insight on power plays, political strategy, and high-stakes maneuvers in Louisiana’s Senate race—you won’t want to miss it.23:00 Iberia Parish is under the microscope after $325,000 in federal opioid settlement funds have gone unaccounted for. We break down missing records, lack of oversight, and the high-stakes implications for a parish grappling with one of Louisiana’s deadliest public health crises. Who’s responsible—and where did the money go?26:30 Baton Rouge’s Capital Area Transit System scandal sparks calls for full transparency as missing funds and questionable contracts shake public confidence. Mayor-President Sid Edwards invites the Louisiana Legislative Auditor to investigate, promising to open every book and restore trust in local government.32:00 Get Prodovite Plus from Victory Nutrition International for 20% off. Go to vni.life/agr and use the promo code AGR20.32:30 As AI reshapes the job market, older workers face age bias in hiring—and resume experts are advising candidates to hide their career history beyond the last 10 years. But is trimming experience costing professionals—and companies—valuable expertise?39:30 And we end today's episode with a tragic story from New Mexico that shows us what happens when life is devalued. Articles New Orleans police changes immigration policy, opening the door to more coordination with ICEI-TEAM: City-parish says 46 positions eliminated in workforce reduction planHundreds of vehicles towed, booted as New Orleans initiates illegal parking crackdownCaddo tax assessor months behind on submitting 2024 audit to state. Here’s what we know.Follow us: americangroundradio.comFacebook: facebook.com / AmericanGroundRadioInstagram: instagram.com/americangroundradio