The Josh Marshall Podcast

The Never-ending Reckoning

May 28, 2025
The discussion dives into a major Supreme Court ruling that jeopardizes the independence of federal agencies. Elon Musk's retreat from the political sphere is analyzed, shedding light on his efforts to revamp Tesla's image amidst changing consumer perceptions. There's a critical look at media narratives surrounding Biden's age and health, uncovering how this influences public discourse. Additionally, the challenges in aerospace engineering are explored, particularly the hurdles faced in developing the largest rocket ever built.
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Supreme Court Targets Independent Agencies

  • The Supreme Court is dismantling protections for independent agencies, making them vulnerable to presidential control.
  • They exclude the Federal Reserve based on arbitrary logic to avoid market disruption but undermine agency independence elsewhere.
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Fed Exemption Is Political

  • The Federal Reserve's special exemption is likely a strategic choice to calm markets, not based on sound legal reasoning.
  • This highlights how legal decisions can be shaped more by politics than by law.
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Elon Musk's Backpedaling Tour

  • Elon Musk is retreating from politics and trying to repair relations after inviting backlash.
  • He prefers returning to managing SpaceX and its mission to Mars.
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