Episode notes
The economy: Inflation Data, PPI Mixed, Consumer Sentiment, Key Economic Data
Performance of various market indices, S&P 500 Correction, Fixed Income Negative
Government Funding Bill: President Trump signed legislation funding the government through September
Erosion of Checks and Balances,
Challenges to Judicial Authority, Defiance of Court Orders, Disregard for Legal Process, Constitutional Crisis?
Republican Party Dilemma, Concerns about Long-Term Damage
Shaping the Judiciary
Attacks on Social Security, Office Closures, Elimination of Phone Services, Disproportionate Impact
Trump's Financial Resources and Influence, Increased Grip on the RNC
Kari Lake and the Voice of America
Sagging Trump Poll Numbers, Misreading the Mandate
J.D. Vance's Rising Profile
Canada's Review of F-35 Purchase
Key House Races in 2026