It's One Ballroom, Donald, How Much Could It Cost?
Summary
The hosts analyze the chaotic US-Iran conflict, criticizing Trump’s handling of the war and its economic fallout. They discuss the 2028 GOP primary, contrasting J.D. Vance’s struggles with Marco Rubio’s rising profile. The episode also covers Republicans voting to fund Trump’s $1 billion ballroom, his primary revenge in Indiana, and FBI Director Kash Patel’s legal battles. Finally, Lovett interviews Tom Steyer about his California gubernatorial campaign.
Topics discussed
Intro, SimpliSafe ad, and episode overview
Iran nuclear deal negotiations and war costs
Gas prices, Kevin Hassett, and economic denial
Boux and BetterHelp ads
Marco Rubio's rise, Vance, and White House spending
Republican gerrymandering and electoral reform
Kash Patel's FBI conduct and polygraph tests
Stamps.com ad and Strict Scrutiny promo
Tom Steyer on California housing and education
Steyer on healthcare costs and single-payer
Steyer on corporate taxes and billionaires
Steyer on Hollywood, campaign finance, and outro
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