Sam Bushman and Heath Perkins (FreeWaterCoinCo.com) break down the latest economic headlines: gold sitting at $4,613, silver at $73, the Fed holding rates steady, oil prices climbing despite no real US shortage, and the ongoing Iran conflict draining billions from American taxpayers. They also dig into government shutdowns, the national debt spiraling past $39 trillion, and why Congress hasn't officially voted on a war since World War II. If you want straight talk on honest money, economic freedom, and what's really happening in Washington, this is the show. Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction and today's gold and silver prices 1:51 Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady 4:30 Oil prices surge amid Middle East tensions 9:20 Mixed economic signals and government manipulation 12:02 Government debt and out-of-control spending 12:36 The Iran war: $25 billion spent and counting 18:02 Why the US keeps losing wars it never voted to fight 19:58 AI regulation and constitutional responsibility 21:14 Best buy right now: 90% silver coins Call to Action: Want to protect your wealth with honest money? Visit FreeWaterCoinCo.com to buy gold and silver, get portfolio guidance, and make smart decisions with constitutional currency. Subscribe for weekly Honest Money Thursday episodes and share this show with every freedom-loving American you know.