Darren Acemoglu, a Nobel Prize-winning economist from MIT, and Somitra Jha, a political economy expert at Stanford, dive into the normalization of corruption under Trump. They discuss the implications of his acceptance of luxury gifts and crypto dealings, questioning the erosion of trust in American institutions. The guests reveal how these trends reflect a broader cultural shift, undermining democracy and fostering disillusionment among citizens. Their insights highlight the urgent need for accountability to restore civic engagement and tackle the 'corruption virus' plaguing society.
