Fast Politics with Molly Jong-Fast Sam Brodey & Robert Faturechi
Dec 14, 2024
Sam Brodey, a national political reporter at the Boston Globe, shares intriguing insights into the bizarre happenings within Congress. Robert Faturechi, an investigative reporter from ProPublica, dives into Donald Trump’s complex web of business conflicts of interest. The duo discusses the implications of upcoming judicial confirmations amid political tensions, and they unpack how Trump Media intertwines wealth and politics, raising questions about accountability and public trust in governance.
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Senate Priorities
- The Senate left for the weekend on a Thursday afternoon despite having unconfirmed judges.
- This demonstrates the Senate's tendency to prioritize long weekends, even with pressing matters.
Hegseth's Uncertain Nomination
- Pete Hegseth's Defense Secretary nomination is uncertain due to past misconduct and lack of experience.
- Despite this, he might get confirmed due to the MAGA movement's support and fear of primaries among GOP senators.
Patel: A Concerning Nomination
- Kash Patel's potential nomination for FBI Director is concerning for Democrats given his focus on Trump's "deep state" narrative.
- Patel's appeal to the MAGA base might lead to his confirmation despite concerns about his qualifications.