Podcast discusses global reaction to Trump's assassination attempt, JD Vance's foreign policy views, RNC low-lights, corruption charges against Senator Menendez, news from Gaza, Kagame's re-election, Kenya protests, win for women's rights activists in Gambia, world's most expensive wedding in India, tone-deaf social media posts. Tommy interviews Congressman Moulton on JD Vance, calls for Biden to step down, Secret Service failures, and IDF's lessons from US war in Iraq.
Violent protests in Kenya force President Ruto to revise tax plan amid demands for government reform.
Rwandan President Kagame secures third term with 99% of the vote amidst opposition bans and democratic concerns.
Gambia Parliament maintains ban on Female Genital Mutilation, showcasing successful activism for women's rights.
Deep dives
Protests Spark in Kenya Against President William Ruto
Protests in Kenya, sparked by President William Ruto's tax plan, turned violent with demonstrators storming parliament, causing Ruto to revise the plan. Citizens demand a crackdown on police violence, government corruption, and call for Ruto's removal. Over 50 killed and hundreds detained, pressing Ruto to fire cabinet members, promise dialogue, and address public grievances.
Paul Kagame Re-Elected in Rwanda with 99% of the Vote
Rwandan President Paul Kagame secured 99% of the vote in the recent election, guaranteeing his third term. The polls, marred by opposition bans, raise concerns over democratic limits and stifling dissent. Rwanda's intervention in the DRC adds tensions to the region, posing risks of regional conflict.
CrowdStrike Launches Cybersecurity Platform for Organizations
In response to rising cyber threats, CrowdStrike introduces a cybersecurity platform for both small businesses and enterprises. Emphasizing validated protection, the platform aims to tackle cyberattacks effectively, especially vital in the current environment of heightened cyber threats.
Gambia Parliament Upholds Ban on Female Genital Mutilation
The Gambia Parliament stands firm on maintaining the ban on female genital mutilation, rejecting religious arguments attempting to overturn the 2015 prohibition. Despite pressure from clerics, the ban remains upheld, safeguarding women's rights and health in the country.
Activists Succeed in Maintaining Ban on FGM in Gambia
Activists in Africa successfully campaigned to maintain a ban on Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) in Gambia, preventing a potential retrogressive movement on the issue. This victory highlights the significant impact activism can have in preserving existing progress on prohibiting harmful practices like FGM.
Extravagant Indian Wedding Breaks Records
An opulent Indian wedding became a global spectacle, showcasing extreme wealth and extravagance. The groom, Anand Ambani, son of India's wealthiest man, hosted a three-day event attended by celebrities and politicians, with an estimated cost of $600 million. This lavish display raised concerns about wealth inequality and societal priorities in a country where many struggle financially.
Tommy and Ben discuss the global reaction to the assassination attempt on Donald Trump and the rise of political violence around the world, Trump VP pick JD Vance’s views on foreign policy, and more low-lights from the RNC. They also talk about the conviction of Senator Robert Menendez on corruption charges, the last news from Gaza, Robert Kagame’s re-election in Rwanda, Kenya’s ongoing protests, a win for women’s rights activists in Gambia, the world’s most expensive wedding in India, and arguably one of the most tone-deaf social media posts in history. Then, Tommy speaks with Congressman Seth Moulton about JD Vance, calls for Biden to step down, Secret Service’s failures, and what the IDF could learn from the US war in Iraq.
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