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We break down the chaos from the latest presidential debate, where Kamala Harris commanded the stage, keeping Donald Trump on the ropes while tackling wild claims about immigrants eating pets and Trump dodging tough questions. We also dive into the aftermath of Trump’s second assassination attempt, an intense political climate, the historic repeal of Arizona's Civil War-era abortion ban, and more.

The turmoil in Venezuela following Nicolás Maduro's disputed election victory, leading to protests, violent crackdowns, and international condemnation. We also discuss the expanded lawsuit against Live Nation, the discovery of $1.6 million in cocaine on Florida beaches, Trump sharing fake "Swifties for Trump" images, a tragic child abuse case in Arkansas, and fresh allegations against Trump involving a call with Netanyahu, Disney's legal battle over a wrongful death lawsuit, and more.

Ukraine just pulled off a move that even Putin didn’t see coming—taking over a chunk of Russia’s Kursk region. Then the Olympic-sized mess involving American gymnast Jordan Chiles, who just got her bronze medal yanked, we’ll tell you why. 

Plus SpaceX has been busy polluting Texas waters because, apparently, environmental regulations are just suggestions and more.

In this episode, we dive into the dramatic events of July 13, 2024, when an assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump occurred at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. We also explore the political and social fallout, including President Biden’s condemnation of political violence, the FBI's ongoing investigation, and how militia groups are exploiting the incident for recruitment. Additionally, Trump announces JD Vance as his VP running mate amidst these turbulent times.

We dive into Project 2025, the controversial blueprint drafted by the Heritage Foundation, with significant contributions from former Trump administration officials. While Trump denies any involvement, the evidence tells a different story. Plus, the recent legal battles over abortion rights and gender identity protections, and the political ramifications of Trump's delayed sentencing in the hush money case, and more.

The historic criminal trial of former President Trump, accused of orchestrating a conspiracy to influence the 2016 election via hush money payments. The significant unionization at Volkswagen's Chattanooga plant, a landmark decision for workers' rights. The guilty plea of a former Marine in the January 6 Capitol riot.The NBA's ban of Jontay Porter for gambling violations. The groundbreaking high-speed rail project linking Las Vegas to Los Angeles, set to revolutionize travel by 2028.

Plus, guest Ana Friedberg from the project Friedberg.

This week… the GOP's dance with Russian propaganda, migrants turning the tables, and the unending saga of Donald Trump's legal labyrinth. We're not stopping there; Ted Cruz's reelection jitters, a Wyoming wolf's bar-hopping misadventure, and a Hollywood-worthy $30 million heist. And, we uncover the bizarre tale of "zombie cicadas." 

Dive into the digital deep end with us as we explore the U.S. government's latest tech target: TikTok. With lawmakers on a mission to possibly ban the app, American teens might have to find new ways to avoid eye contact at dinner.

Plus, a peek into Princess Kate's vanishing act and AI's awkward phase of being, well, kinda racist.