Trump’s Day Takes Very Dark Turn…
Summary
The episode covers the Trump administration’s imposition of speed caps on Ukraine’s Star Shield drones, crippling their defense against Russian missile strikes. It highlights the sinking of a container ship in the Strait of Hormuz and rising US inflation to 3.7%, which threatens to outpace wage gains. The hosts also discuss FBI Director Kash Patel’s visit to Russia, escalating Houthi attacks on Saudi Aramco, and controversies surrounding White House Press Secretary Katie Zakaria’s background.
Topics discussed
Trump's Starlink speed cap limits Ukraine's drones
FBI Director Patel visits Russia before midterms
Container ship sinks in Strait of Hormuz after mine hit
Oil outflows from Strait of Hormuz drop to 10M barrels
US inflation rises to 3.7%, wiping out wage gains
Fox News reacts to rising Treasury yields and rate hike odds
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Rep. Andy Harris yells at reporter over recording laws
Defense Secretary Hegseth faces protests at conference
Press Secretary Katie Zakaria's husband's North Korea ties
White House considers cutting intelligence sharing with Ukraine
Saudi Aramco HQ damaged by Houthi missile attack
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