Not Even Mad EP 12 | Trump's First Four Days
Jan 23, 2025
Michael A. Cohen, a political columnist and fellow at the Center for Strategic Studies, joins Matt Welch, Editor-at-large for Reason magazine, to dissect the whirlwind first days of Trump's second term. They dig into his controversial executive orders on immigration and civil rights, raising alarms about accountability after political pardons. The discussion also highlights the societal impacts of Trump's policies and offers a humorous take on cultural quirks, mixing insightful analysis with lighthearted banter.
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Cohen's Park
- Mike Pesca jokes about Michael Cohen's presence in a park.
- Pesca humorously suggests Cohen feeds pigeons and yells there.
Executive Orders Overview
- Trump issued numerous executive actions, including one about appliances and light bulbs.
- Another action rescinded Biden's equity order, while others restricted refugees and challenged birthright citizenship.
TikTok Ban and Lawlessness
- Trump's TikTok ban illustrates his disregard for the rule of law.
- The ban, passed by Congress and upheld by the Supreme Court, was ignored by Trump.