Topics covered in the podcast include Putin's escalation of the war in Ukraine, his nuclear doctrine and implications for the West, the government's victory in a court appeal, the decline in home sales and impact on affordability, updates on the Adnan Syed case, unionization efforts at a Home Depot store, and concerns of Home Depot workers and the formation of a grassroots workers union.
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New York Attorney General files civil suit against Trump Organization for property value inflation and tax evasion.
Appeals court grants Department of Justice's request to use classified documents in ongoing criminal investigation of Trump.
Special master expresses skepticism over Trump's claim of declassification in examination of documents seized from Michael Cohen.
Over 100 Home Depot workers in Philadelphia sign unionization effort to address concerns of wages, staffing, and worker treatment.
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New York Attorney General sues Trump Organization for inflated property values
New York Attorney General Latisha James has filed a civil suit against the Trump Organization and three of Donald Trump's adult children for allegedly inflating property values to obtain loans and then understating them for tax purposes. The suit seeks $250 million in damages and also aims to prevent the Trumps from acquiring property in New York for five years and from serving as officers or directors in New York companies.
Appeals court grants DOJ's request to use classified documents in Trump investigation
An appeals court panel has granted the Department of Justice's request to use classified documents in the ongoing criminal investigation of Donald Trump. The panel ruled unanimously that the government can proceed with using about 100 classified documents seized during a search. The decision is seen as a significant victory for the government and could expedite the investigation process.
Special master questions Trump's claim of declassified documents
A special master overseeing the examination of documents seized from Donald Trump's lawyer Michael Cohen expressed skepticism over Trump's claim that he declassified the documents. The special master argued that without evidence of declassification, the claim holds little weight. Trump's defense team has sought to use the claim to dispute the legitimacy of the search and seizure of the documents.
Trump's defense reveals weak legal position
Trump's defense in various legal disputes, including the New York Attorney General's civil suit and the DOJ's criminal investigation, has relied on claims of political bias and the assertion that Trump had declassified certain documents. Legal analysts have cast doubt on the viability of these arguments and the potential impact they may have on the cases against Trump and his adult children.
Workers at Home Depot in Philly organizing union to address concerns
Over 100 workers at a Home Depot store in Philadelphia have signed on to a unionization effort within five weeks. The employees are seeking better wages, staffing in the store, proper training, and a say in how things operate within the store. They point to the store's high profits during the pandemic and feel that the company has not adequately invested in its workers. The employees believe that forming a grassroots workers union specific to Home Depot is the best way to address their concerns.
Conviction of Adnan Syed vacated due to withheld evidence
Adnan Syed, who was convicted of murdering his former girlfriend in 1999, had his conviction vacated due to the withholding of information about two potential alternative suspects during his trial. The Baltimore judge ruled that the information could have been beneficial to the defense. However, this does not mean that Syed has been found innocent. Prosecutors have 30 days to decide whether to try the case again. DNA evidence is still being analyzed using new techniques not available at the time of the murder.
Gas prices increase after 99 days of decline
After 99 days of declining gas prices, the national average price of gas has increased. The decline in gas prices was due to decreased demand during the pandemic and economic crises in Europe and China. The release of oil from the strategic petroleum reserve also contributed. However, these factors have reached their limit, and gas prices are now on the rise again. The situation is concerning because gas prices were a major factor in midterm elections, and a further increase could have serious economic and political consequences.