# Ron Johnson vs. the Federal Establishment

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Podcast: [John Solomon Reports](https://stenobird.com/podcast/john-solomon-reports-1030390)
Published: 2026-08-23T09:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

On this Sunday Brunch Edition of John Solomon Reports , we’re reaching back into the archives to highlight the diligent oversight work of Senator Ron Johnson through three conversations from June and July 2026. We begin on June 17, as Johnson discusses election integrity and Democratic opposition to the Save America Act, while raising concerns about FISA reauthorization, civil liberties, federal funding connected to overseas biological research, and what he describes as deep-rooted problems within the scientific research establishment. Then, on July 15, Johnson weighs in on Special Counsel Jack Smith’s seizure of congressional text messages and what he views as prosecutorial overreach. He also discusses efforts to combat fraud through the “Stop Nick Shirley Act” and his concerns about entrenched federal bureaucrats working to obstruct conservative policy priorities. Finally, we revisit Johnson’s July 29 interview following Dr. Anthony Fauci’s congressional appearance, during which Fauci repeatedly invoked the Fifth Amendment. Johnson discusses possible congressional contempt proceedings and efforts to obtain voluntary transcribed interviews, while renewing his criticism of the federal government’s handling of COVID-19. He alleges that health agencies failed to adequately disclose vaccine safety signals and suppressed discussion of potential early treatments, including ivermectin. Three interviews spanning six weeks offer a revealing look at Senator Ron Johnson’s ongoing battles over government accountability, transparency, election integrity, public health oversight, and the power of the federal bureaucracy. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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