4.9.25 The Joe Mangiacotti show - Wednesday

Opening Script for The Joe Mangiacotti Show – April 9th, 2025

Good afternoon, New England, and welcome to another episode of The Joe Mangiacotti Show right here on WCRN 830 AM, Radio Central. It’s 1 PM, and I’m Joe Mangiacotti, bringing you the latest from across the nation and the world—straight to the heart of New England.

Today’s show, folks, has a lot to unpack. We’re talking about some of the most disturbing stories you’ll hear in the news. From government accountability and scandal to a culture of violence and tragic, senseless crimes—there’s no shortage of troubling developments. Let’s dive right in.

1. Fannie Mae Scandal – Over 100 Employees Fired for Fraud

Let’s kick things off with a story that could shake the very foundation of our housing system. This one hits close to home, especially when it comes to trust in government agencies and their role in safeguarding public interests.

The Federal Housing Finance Agency has confirmed that Fannie Mae—the huge government-backed mortgage corporation—is cleaning house, firing over 100 employees for engaging in unethical conduct, including fraud. That’s right, these employees were facilitating fraud in housing loans.

But here’s the thing, folks—firing people isn’t enough. If these individuals were indeed involved in fraudulent activity, they need to face criminal prosecution. Why aren’t we seeing arrests? These are government regulators overseeing two of the largest players in the mortgage industry: Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. They must be held accountable to the fullest extent of the law. If they’re guilty, they should be prosecuted.

It’s one thing for a company to fire employees for misconduct—it’s another for that misconduct to be tied to national security and taxpayer money.

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2. Assassination Culture Among Liberals: Shocking Poll Results

From fraud to violence, let’s move on to something that should make us all incredibly uneasy. A new survey has found that nearly half of liberals believe it’s “at least somewhat justified” to assassinate President Donald Trump. Yes, you heard me right. According to the Network Contagion Research Institute, 48% of people left of center justified the murder of Elon Musk, and 55% said it was okay when it comes to President Trump.

This is an absolute cultural shift we’re witnessing. And the problem isn’t just the numbers—it’s that this mentality has become so deeply embedded in online discourse. We’ve got a culture of violence being normalized and even glorified by some of the most powerful voices in media.

It’s beyond disturbing to think that the political divide is pushing us toward the idea of murder being an acceptable political tool. And the problem is growing—violence as a form of protest is now seen as valid by some corners of society. It’s time we have a real conversation about civility, accountability, and what’s happening to us as a nation.

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3. The Violent Crime and Tragic Death of Oscar Hernandez: An Illegal Immigrant’s Horrific Crime

Next, we’re diving into a heart-wrenching tragedy out of California. Mario Edgardo Garcia-Aquino, a youth soccer coach, is accused of sexually abusing and murdering his 13-year-old player, Oscar Hernandez. The kicker? Garcia-Aquino was living in the United States illegally.

This is a crime of betrayal—the kind of crime that no parent should ever have to endure. Oscar Hernandez was just a 13-year-old boy who trusted his soccer coach, who thought he was in safe hands. But that trust was shattered when Garcia-Aquino abused and murdered him after luring him to a meeting. Oscar was reported missing, and days later, his body was found.

And it gets worse—Garcia-Aquino has a history of sexual abuse against minors. It’s horrifying to think that this predator was free to do what he did because officials failed to uphold immigration laws.

Now, ICE has lodged a detainer against Garcia-Aquino, but will Los Angeles—a sanctuary city—honor that detainer? We’ll have to wait and see.

This tragic story has one clear message: enough is enough. When a crime like this happens, it’s a wake-up call for the need to enforce the laws. How many more innocent lives will be affected before we have real consequences for those who violate our borders and harm our citizens?

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4. The Struggle for Balance in Today’s Politics

Now, before we get too deep into all the outrage, let’s take a step back and ask ourselves, how do we navigate these dangerous waters? We’re seeing government corruption, violence, and tragedy unfold before our eyes, and it’s easy to become disillusioned with the state of things.

But it’s important to remember: we are the ones who get to decide the future of this nation. We need to find ways to hold our leaders accountable, to restore integrity, and to ensure that our systems, from immigration to housing to justice, work for the people—not against them.

Whether it’s housing fraud, a culture of violence, or broken immigration systems, we have to be the ones demanding change. It’s up to us to ensure that our voices are heard and that our country reflects the values we hold dear.

And with that, I’ll leave you with this thought: We are not powerless. The power to restore sanity and order is still in our hands. Let’s continue pushing for the truth, standing up for what’s right, and calling out the corruption and violence where we see it.

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5. Coming Up: The Rest of the Show

Stick around, because after the break, we’ve got more on the national front. From what’s next in the political race to local updates that matter to you—we’re going to dive into it all.

We’ll be right back, folks. Stay tuned.