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How Bad Is Trump's Attorney General Pick?

Jul 20, 2026 · 1h 26m

Summary

Host Kate Shaw discusses a federal judge’s ruling that Trump’s IRS lawsuit was a fraudulent shakedown, leading to bar referrals for his lawyers. She analyzes Todd Blanche’s confirmation hearing, highlighting his denial of DOJ independence and ties to Trump. The episode also covers Amanda Lippman’s work with Run for Something to recruit young candidates and the ongoing fight to protect the Kansas Supreme Court.

Topics discussed

Intro, sponsors, and episode overview Judge Williams' ruling on Trump's tax fraud lawsuit Sponsors: Quince and Smalls Todd Blanche's DOJ confirmation hearing and Epstein files Sponsors: Mint Mobile and Babbel Run for Something and the importance of local elections Sponsors: Lisa Mattress and Crooked Con Kansas ballot initiative to change judicial selection
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