The Al Franken Podcast 208: Molly Jong-Fast on Trump’s First Week
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Jan 26, 2025 Molly Jong-Fast, a political commentator and contributor to the Fast Politics podcast, joins to dissect Trump's tumultuous first week in power. They delve into his inaugural address's highlights and the implications of his controversial executive orders. Discussions touch on Cabinet nominees and the seeming reluctance of Republican Senators to challenge Trump. Despite the chaos, Molly provides a glimmer of hope for the future. With humor, they also tackle the absurdities of Trump's Greenland ambitions alongside serious political dynamics.
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Trump's Inaugural Irony
- Al Franken reads excerpts from Trump's inaugural address, highlighting ironic passages.
- Trump claims America's decline is over while Biden listens nearby.
Trump's PR Focus
- Molly Jong-Fast suggests Trump's focus is on PR and symbolic gestures, appealing to his voters.
- Democrats lost because they didn't campaign effectively, neglecting symbolic actions.
Tariffs and Consumers
- Trump plans to overhaul trade using tariffs on foreign countries instead of taxing citizens.
- Franken and Jong-Fast point out that tariffs raise prices for American consumers.