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Judges Destroy Trump in Utter Ballroom Humiliation

Aug 8, 2026 · 1h 38m

Summary

Appeal judges issued a scathing ruling halting Donald Trump’s White House ballroom construction, asserting that Congress, not the president, controls the property. The episode also covers Todd Blanche’s likely confirmation as Attorney General despite opposition from Epstein survivors and Senator Bill Cassidy’s pivotal vote. Additionally, hosts discuss disappointing job market data, rising prices, and internal White House tensions regarding the Iran conflict and Camp David disputes.

Topics discussed

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