Morning Wire Wednesday | September 8, 2021
Sep 8, 2021
President Biden's approval ratings have taken a significant hit amidst economic challenges and the ongoing border crisis. The podcast highlights alarming statistics indicating 2021 may be the deadliest year for migrants at the southern border, emphasizing the severe conditions they face. Additionally, it covers the resignation of the entire board of the Time's Up organization, raising questions about the future of the Me Too movement in Hollywood. The discussion extends to major news like police officers' vaccine mandate resistance and the Satanic Temple's legal battles over abortion rights.
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Biden's Approval Ratings Decline
- President Biden's approval ratings have dropped significantly due to the Afghanistan withdrawal and rising inflation.
- These low approval ratings could negatively impact the Democratic Party in the 2022 midterm elections.
Record Deaths at Southern Border
- 2021 is the deadliest year on record at the US Southern border, with deaths primarily caused by extreme heat and exposure during desert crossings.
- Increased crossings, changes in smuggling tactics, and a perception of leniency at the border are contributing factors.
Time's Up Board Resigns
- Time's Up's board, including prominent figures like Eva Longoria and Shonda Rhimes, resigned after revelations of their involvement in the Andrew Cuomo scandal.
- The organization's involvement in discrediting Cuomo's accuser damaged its reputation and potentially the MeToo movement.