What a Weekday: Georgia v. Trump, Clooney v. Drescher, and House GOP v. Itself
Oct 24, 2023
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Guests include Fran Drescher, who let George Clooney down over his proposed SAG-AFTRA contract. Topics discussed include Trump's cronies flipping in Georgia, Tom Emmer running for House Speaker, and the ongoing actor strike negotiations with George Clooney and Fran Drescher.
18 alleged collaborators of former President Donald Trump have been indicted for their involvement in a plot to overthrow the government and keep Trump in power.
House Republicans have faced challenges in electing a new Speaker, with multiple candidates vying for the position.
Deep dives
Off-duty Alaska Airlines pilot charged with attempted murder
An off-duty Alaska Airlines pilot has been charged with 83 counts of attempted murder after attempting to crash an aircraft mid-flight. The incident occurred on an Alaska Airlines flight traveling from England to California, with two pilots on board. The pilot was handcuffed and subdued by the crew after attempting to engage the engines and indicating that he thought he was dreaming.
Former President Trump and alleged collaborators indicted
Former President Donald Trump and 18 alleged collaborators, including his former attorney Sidney Powell, have been indicted by the Fulton County District Attorney for their involvement in a plot to overthrow the government and keep Trump in power. The DA plans to try the defendants together in a single criminal enterprise case. Plea agreements have already been secured from several individuals, including bail bondsman Scott Hall and former Trump attorney Kenneth Chesbro.
House Republicans struggle to elect a Speaker
House Republicans have faced challenges in electing a new Speaker, with multiple candidates vying for the position. After several secret ballots, Tom Emmer emerged as the candidate nominated by House Republicans. However, the election on the floor may still be a challenge, as Emmer would need to secure the support of all but four of the 103 members who voted against him in the closed-door meeting. Donald Trump has referred to Emmer as a 'rhino'.
Comedian Dave Chappelle criticizes US's involvement in Gaza
Comedian Dave Chappelle made controversial comments during a show in Boston, criticizing the US for its role in the killing of civilians in Gaza and expressing disapproval of the Israeli government's actions. The audience had mixed reactions, with some walking out, some cheering and shouting 'free Palestine', and others questioning Chappelle's views. In response, Chappelle's spokesperson denied that he was in Boston on the night of the show.
The week’s news overfloweth. Come drink from Lovett or Leave It’s What A Weekday cup. This week, Trump’s cronies flip like so many disgusting human pancakes in Georgia. Fran Drescher lets George Clooney down easy over his proposed SAG-AFTRA contract, and Tom Emmer runs for House Speaker just long enough for you to go to the bathroom and come back to a House in disarray.
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