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Trump and Pod Save America Agree: JD Is Lame

Jun 2, 2026

Summary

The hosts discuss Trump abandoning his $1.8 billion slush fund amid legal challenges and his dismissive stance on Iran negotiations. They analyze primary races in Iowa and California, including the governor’s contest and LA mayoral election. Senator Andy Kim joins to detail horrific conditions and pepper-spraying at a Newark ICE detention center.

Topics discussed

Sponsor reads and show introduction Trump's inauguration chaos and economic claims Trump's IRS settlement and political maneuvering Analysis of the Iran war and potential deal Sponsor reads for furniture and health drinks Local races: Iowa, LA Mayor, and voting issues Mail-in ballots and sponsor reads JD Vance's infidelity scandal and trust issues JD Vance's campaign stops and media coverage Sponsor reads for bedding and music Horrifying conditions at Delaney Hall detention center
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