Rick Wilson & Johnny Garcia
Summary
Molly Jong-Fast and guests Rick Wilson and Johnny Garcia discuss the lack of AI regulation, Treasury Secretary Bessent’s bond market maneuvers, and the failure of the Trump mid-term convention. The episode also covers the DOJ’s investigation of Gavin Newsom, rising diesel prices due to geopolitical conflicts, and Garcia’s campaign in Texas, where he highlights voter frustration over high costs, ICE raids, and imported beef.
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Sponsorships: OEC, iHeart, and Addio
Show intro and segment previews
AI regulation, open source risks, and geopolitical control
Controversy over Zohran Mamdani and AOC greeting
Scott Bessent's bond market strategy and market reaction
Criticism of Ted Cruz and political commentary
Sponsorship: Quince clothing and home goods
Sponsorships: OEC and Addie
Rick Wilson: DOJ investigation of Newsom and Trump rally
Rick Wilson: Oil prices, geopolitics, and economic impact
Rick Wilson: Imported beef and agricultural issues
Rick Wilson: GOP convention, Ken Paxton, and election polls
Johnny Garcia: District demographics and economic concerns
Johnny Garcia: Immigration, law enforcement, and accountability
Johnny Garcia: Tariffs, data centers, and voter regret
Johnny Garcia: Beef prices, healthcare, and personal background
Moment of Fuckery: Trump, Putin, and Ukraine
Sponsorships: Addio, IKEA, LPL, and Odu
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