Trump spending YOUR money on campaign ads
Summary
David Pakman and Pat discuss the Trump administration's illegal pocket rescission of $810 million in congressional appropriations, highlighting the lack of accountability from both Congress and the courts. The episode also covers the White House's continued blocking of CNN access to Air Force One despite a federal court order, and the controversial use of taxpayer funds for partisan political ads during NFL games. Pakman argues that these actions, combined with economic struggles and the Iran conflict, are contributing to a decline in Trump's approval ratings ahead of the midterms.
Topics discussed
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Welcome to the Bonus Show and upcoming event
Trump's illegal pocket rescission of $810M in funds
White House blocks CNN from Air Force One
Discussion on political hypocrisy and public fatigue
Government-funded ads promoting Trump during NFL games
Factors dragging down Trump's approval ratings
Criticism of the Mount Rushmore propaganda ad
Outlook for 2029 and closing remarks
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