Originally published on Wednesday, February 9th, 2022

In the Hot Notes: a witness list from federal prosecutors gives us an inside look at the upcoming trial of a Three Percenters affiliate; the FBI has arrested another insurrectionist who was out on bail for attempted murder when he stormed the Capitol; McConnell breaks with the RNC and called the Capitol attack a violent insurrection; the FBI is investigating a meeting that took place between Enrique Tarrio and Stewart Rhodes on January 5th; plus Allison delivers your Good News.

Our guest:Rep. Adam Schiff

Refried Beans | With a Cord of Steel (feat. Rep Adam Schiff) originally 2/09/2022

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Refried Beans | With a Cord of Steel (feat. Rep Adam Schiff) originally 2/09/2022

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