Trump pushes legal limits as election bombshell drops
Summary
David Pakman discusses a whistleblower warning that millions may not receive mail-in ballots due to a rushed USPS verification system, and analyzes a Supreme Court ruling that creates a legal loophole for Trump’s White House renovations. He also critiques Trump’s incoherent speech, apparent physical spasms, and falling asleep during public events. The episode concludes with an interview with economist Duran Asmoglou regarding structural challenges to liberal democracy and the need for "working class liberalism."
Topics discussed
Sponsors: Viior, Claude AI, and Instagram teen safety
Whistleblower warns of USPS mail-in ballot suppression schemes
Supreme Court blocks halt to Trump Tower DC ballroom demolition
Media framing of immigration bill and sponsor ads
Analysis of Trump's physical spasms and health concerns
Trump dozing off during drug price announcement and trade math
Sponsors: Private Internet Access and Incogni
Interview: Structural problems in liberal democracy with Darren Acemoglu
Public backlash against AI data centers and Trump's response
Russian influence operations and psychological warfare tactics
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