South Carolina with host Joe Cats: 0:00 –The federal government's antitrust muscle stopped Spirit Airlines' merger and crushed their chances at renewal 05:30 –The private antitrust case against NASCAR pits Michael Jordan against a six-decade racing behemoth 10:30 –Don't hold your breath for significant health insurance reforms by Christmas Day. December 2, 2025 https://consumerchoicecenter.org

peaks with Mike Salem, UK Policy Associate at the Consumer Choice Centre, who warns that the “revenue-raising” approach may mean higher taxes, higher living costs, and less freedom to choose how we spend our money. 🧾 Topics discussed include: • New taxes on everyday items (like a “milkshake tax”) • Rising property taxes & frozen income thresholds • Cost of living pressures • Government’s push toward “green choices” and sugar levies • Whether the Chancellor can really cut debt • Political pressures blocking spending cuts 📌 Mike’s verdict: Consumers could feel the pinch unless the government cuts inefficient spending instead of increasing taxes.

South Carolina, with host Joe Cats: –Intro 0:00 –The bill that ended the shutdown also threatens the vibrant hemp industry and low-THC drinks 01:10 –Trump and the GOP are opening up to giving consumers cash to make their own decisions and work around Obamacare 06:50 –Both federal and state restrictions on 401(k) are keeping retirement investors from using better FinTech options to save and earn more 12:00 November 20, 2025 https://consumerchoicecenter.org

tariffs on global trading partners. Clement also explains why the US is threatening pharmaceutical imports in relation to its push for a Most Favored Nation policy.

pe and the cost of living crisis.