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A Green Light to Fire Federal Workers, and Trump’s Problem With Putin

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Jul 9, 2025
The podcast dives into the Supreme Court's support for Trump's federal workforce cuts, sparking anxiety among workers about job security. It highlights Trump's evolving stance on Putin amid renewed arms support for Ukraine. Meanwhile, the struggles of Truth Social are discussed alongside TSA's new shoe policy for travelers. Lastly, discover how youth sports is transforming into a $40 billion business, drawing significant attention from private equity investors.
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INSIGHT

Supreme Court Greenlights Layoffs

  • The Supreme Court has allowed the Trump administration to proceed with large-scale federal workforce cuts.
  • The court did not decide on the president's authority over downsizing, only allowed the process to continue temporarily.
ANECDOTE

Federal Workers' Layoff Anxiety

  • Federal workers have been anxious for months about potential layoffs and program funding cuts.
  • Some fear opening emails due to the constant uncertainty about their employment status.
INSIGHT

Trump's Sharp Turn on Putin

  • President Trump sharply criticized Putin for killing many people and accused him of dishonesty.
  • Trump reversed previous praise by approving defensive weapons shipments to Ukraine despite earlier reservations.
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