Leah Litman, co-host of Strict Scrutiny and author of Lawless, dives into the Trump administration's attacks on the judicial system. She discusses how these actions have shaped the Supreme Court's current conservative leanings. The conversation touches on the implications for due process rights and the judiciary's evolving role in governance. Additionally, there’s a humorous critique of the political landscape, including reactions to the new Pope, ongoing Medicaid debates, and the complexities of Trump's recent appointments.
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New American Pope's Impact
Cardinal Robert Prevost became the first American pope, notable for his humane views on immigration.
His stance contrasts sharply with Trump's policies and infuriates the MAGA right.
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Trump's UK Trade Deal Reality
Trump's trade deal with the UK is minimal and largely symbolic, with tariffs largely remaining in place.
It caters to political optics rather than substantive economic benefit.
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Trade War's Economic Fallout
Strict tariffs on Chinese imports cause significant economic disruption including job losses and port slowdowns.
Trump's misunderstanding intensifies the trade war's negative impact on American workers and markets.
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The Surprising Connection Between Metabolism and Limitless Health
Calley Means
Casey Means, MD
In 'Good Energy', Dr. Casey Means and her brother Calley Means present a bold new vision for optimizing health by focusing on metabolic function. The book explains how various health conditions such as depression, anxiety, infertility, insomnia, heart disease, and more can be traced back to how well the cells in our body create and use energy. It offers a four-week plan, cutting-edge research, and personal stories to help readers improve their metabolic health. The book covers topics like dietary principles, sleep and circadian rhythm, exercise, cold and heat exposure, and navigating the healthcare system for optimal health. It emphasizes the importance of monitoring and improving metabolic health to prevent and reverse chronic illnesses[1][3][5].
Lawless
The Miseducation of America’s Elites
Ilya Shapiro
In 'Lawless: The Miseducation of America’s Elites,' Ilya Shapiro examines the transformation of higher education and legal education in the United States. He argues that prestigious law schools have been overtaken by radical student movements and biased faculty, leading to a decline in critical thinking, logical argumentation, and respect for opposing views. Shapiro draws from his personal experiences, including a controversial tweet that led to calls for his firing from Georgetown Law, to illustrate the institutional weaknesses and ideological capture of America’s law schools. The book warns that this trend has significant implications for the future of the legal profession, government, and society as a whole.
White smoke! Cardinal Robert Prevost, an American-born prelate with a surprisingly political Twitter history, dons the papal vestments as Pope Leo XIV. Trump announces a trade deal with the United Kingdom and swaps out two key nominees for MAGA (and MAHA) favorites: tree-loving influencer Casey Means for Surgeon General, and Fox News’s Jeanine Pirro for US Attorney for DC. Senate Democrats clash with Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and FBI Director Kash Patel over the constitutional right to due process. And President Joe Biden attempts to rehabilitate his reputation, going on The View to talk about why he believes he would've won the 2024 election. Jon and Dan discuss MAGA's reaction to our new, possibly woke pope, House Republicans' internal debate over Medicaid cuts, and why Democrats should be honest about Biden's decline. Then, Jon talks to Leah Litman, co-host of Strict Scrutiny, about the Trump administration's attacks on the judicial system and her new book Lawless: How the Supreme Court Runs on Conservative Grievance, Fringe Theories, and Bad Vibes.
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