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The Daily Show: Ears Edition

Jon Stewart Gives Sen. Menendez a Lesson in Legal Corruption | Ilana Glazer

May 14, 2024
Ilana Glazer, known for 'Babes', chats with Jon Stewart about legal corruption in politics, her new film's portrayal of motherhood, and the challenges of getting it made. They also share insights on friendship, comedy, and movie references in a light-hearted and engaging dialogue.
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Quick takeaways

  • Legal corruption in Congress goes unchecked due to loopholes and lack of accountability.
  • Senators engage in legal stock market manipulation using insider information for personal gains.

Deep dives

Corruption Allegations Against Senator Robert Menendez

Senator Robert Menendez faced allegations of corruption involving bribery from wealthy businessmen in exchange for political favors to Qatar and Egypt. Prosecutors claimed he used his influence to maintain a monopoly on halal meat importation. Evidence included substantial cash amounts and the curious search history for gold value after a trip to Egypt.

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