This Marine's Dream to Open a Cigar Lounge Was Shut Down by Government

A Marine Corps veteran just wanted to open a cigar lounge in his Wisconsin community — and the government shut him down. This segment tells the full story of Jim Thompson, a Marine who followed every rule, invested in state-of-the-art air filtration, rallied local support, and still got blocked by Gov. Tony Evers’ veto. We're joined by Americans for Prosperity's David From — host of the American Potential Podcast.

4:23 PM on December 16, 2025

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