About this episode
Trump has deployed federal officers to Portland to crack down on BLM protesters and videos depicting the violence show a terrifying abuse of executive power. SCOTUS rules in favor of disenfranchising felons as the general election approaches. Ruth Bader Ginsburg announces a recurrence of cancer but says she is undergoing treatment and will remain on the Court. Kayleigh McEnany’s WH briefing folder is exposed and... it’s even more ridiculous than you think. The “debate” over reopening schools in the fall is still in full swing, despite polling indicating that a substantial majority of Americans don’t support the effort. Trump’s approval rating drops as Covid-19 continues to ravage the nation. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Brett and you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage People of the Week. David Dayen LIVE on his new book, Monopolized: Life in the Age of Corporate Power, in which he examines the pivotal effect of corporate monopolies and offers ideas on how we can fight back against them. Guest: David Dayen Co-Host: Brett Erlich Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices