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Election coverage continues on The Damage Report. Cenk previews competitive races across the country. John and Cenk reveal their election pools.

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The Damage Report with John Iadarola - Season 3

S03 E012020-01-02

January 2, 2020Climate change data confirms the severity of the crisis and yet only 19% of right-wingers are "deeply worried." Ryan Grim LIVE on the REAL issue with Pete's wine cave, why the young left actually dislikes Pete Buttigieg, the 4th quarter of 2020 fundraising coming to an end and Castro ending his presidential bid. Philippa Ashford, a nurse and mentor, was killed celebrating the New Year with her family by "celebratory gunfire." Meanwhile in...Vatican City, the Pope slaps a pilgrim's hand. Meanwhile in...Australia, bushfires continue to ravage the nation with 17 already dead, 17 more missing and over 480 MILLION mammals lost.

S03 E022020-01-03

January 3, 2020Trump orders an airstrike that kills Iranian leader Suleimani and his own old tweets and videos expose his entire stupid strategy to start a war with Iran to help in his re-election bid. Geraldo Rivera COMES for Fox News and Trump about Iran. Sarah Kleiner LIVE on the FEC being effectively shut down as the 2020 elections loom, many small-dollar Dem donors still being undecided on their preferred candidate and Biden's campaign refusing to disclose his high-profile bundlers. Bernie's consistency on his anti-war stance blows all of the other candidates out of the water. Ben Shapiro tries to come for Emma and it was HILARIOUS. Francesca Fiorentini LIVE on her Red, White and Who special on MSNBC exploring where the country stands on healthcare. "Evil" SEAL Ed Gallagher becomes an Instagram influencer and it's gross.

S03 E032020-01-06

January 6, 2020Donald Trump issues more threats. Iran announces the end of nuclear restrictions. Trump gave Mar-A-Lago pals a heads up on Iran. Julian Castro endorses Sen. Elizabeth Warren for president. Republicans want more Trump in 2024. Did Michelle Williams' Golden Globes acceptance speech miss the mark? Ricky Gervais calls out Apple in his Golden Globes monologue.

S03 E042020-01-07

January 7, 2020Trump chose the 'most extreme option' to Iranian-led violence. Mike Pompeo doubles down, threatening more action in Iran. Progressive Activist Jordan Uhl LIVE on Fox's Pete Hegseth defending America committing war crimes. Sanders challenges Biden's ability to beat Trump. Vox's National Security Staff Writer Alex Ward on what war with Iran would look like. Unprecedented number of animals killed in Australia brush fires.

S03 E052020-01-08

January 8, 2020Iran launches ballistic missiles towards US bases; no casualties were reported in the strikes. Ukraine Boeing 373-800 jet leaving Tehran crashes, killing all on board. Trump imposes new sanctions on Iran following strikes. New study shows impacts of US-China trade war. Journalist and filmmaker Eric Byler gives firsthand account of Australia fires. Instagram bans influencer fundraising for Australia fires.

S03 E062020-01-09

January 9, 2020Trump White House suggests ignoring war powers; GOP stumbles defending executive overreach. Pulitzer Prize Winning Reporter Hedrick Smith on his documentary 'The Democracy Rebellion." Catch it on your local PBS station this month. Rep. Ilhan Omar speaks out against war. Congressional Candidate (OH-10) Eric Moyer LIVE. New endorsements roll in for presidential candidate Bernie Sanders.

S03 E072020-01-10

January 10, 2020Mike Pompeo’s ‘imminent attacks from Iran’ claim crumbles. Author Dr. Mandeep Rai documents the world's values in her book "The Values Compass." LEAKED messages show negligence over Boeing planes. Donald Trump takes credit for declining cancer deaths in the US. Trump reportedly made advances on Fox & Friends' Courtney Friel.

S03 E082020-01-13

January 13, 2020Trump and his administration continue to blatantly lie about the threat posed by Soleimani, with DOD Sec. Esper admitting there is absolutely no evidence to back up Trump's claims. Antonio Arellano LIVE on Jolt Action, a Texas organization aimed at empowering the state's Latino community. Trump casually admits the US is committing war crimes in Syria. In the same interview, Trump also acknowledges that he sells out US troops as mercenaries to Saudi Arabia and South Korea. Negar Mortazavi LIVE on ongoing protests in Tehran as the Iranian government admits to accidentally shooting down a Ukrainian airliner. Cory Booker drops out of the Democratic primary.

S03 E092020-01-14

January 14, 2020Impeachment updates as some Republican senators move to perhaps defy Trump by calling for witnesses and the House finally sets a vote to put the trial in motion. Rep. Ro Khanna LIVE on Iran-US tensions and what's to come next for U.S. foreign policy. Emma Vigeland LIVE on the Sanders vs. Warren feud and Abby Huntsman quitting The View. Trump plans to break even more laws by diverting billions from the DoD to fund the wall, meaning around $18 billion of our taxpayer money has now been utterly wasted.

S03 E102020-01-15

January 15, 2020#DemDebate recap. Donna Imam LIVE on how to flip TX-31 blue and why she's ready to take down the 9-term GOP incumbent. The House Intelligence Committee published dirt provided by Lev Parnas, Rudy Giuliani's fixer, and the receipts are DAMNING. John reads your podcast reviews. Trump's rally in Milwaukee last night featured him listing off bathroom appliances and debuting his 2020 campaign promise of full shower flow for all.

S03 E112020-01-16

January 16, 2020Schumer and more follow Bernie's lead in opposing the USMCA, while the Senate passes it and sends it to Trump. Tommy Vietor LIVE on Lev Parnas' bombshell claims incriminating Trump, Giuliani, Barr, Nunes & more; as well as the White House & Kellyanne's predictable responses to the claims. Larissa Parker LIVE on her groundbreaking legal framework that would finally help hold corporations and governments accountable for the climate crisis. The Dow Jones may be soaring, but it's clear the economy isn't doing as well as the mainstream media would like you to think.

S03 E122020-01-17

January 17, 2020Trump delivers a completely unhinged and yet predictable response to Lev Parnas' bombshell claims. Tashonna Ward, a 25 year old care teacher, died after spending more than 2 hours in the ER trying to see a doctor. WA-10 candidate Joshua Collins LIVE on the Rose Caucus, a new socialist group aimed at supporting candidates nationwide. AZ-1 candidate Eva Putzova LIVE on why her progressive platform is most representative of the district. AZ Sen. McSally delivers a scripted lamo comeback in yet another instance of a super cringy and hypocritical conservative grift.

S03 E132020-01-21

January 21, 2020Impeachment updates as the Senate trial begins. Alan Dershowitz in 1998 seems to heavily disagree with Alan Dershowitz in 2020...Jordan Uhl LIVE on Hillary attacking Bernie, the NYT's double endorsement, the pro-gun march in Virginia on MLK Day and Brazil's BS charges against Glenn Greenwald. Greta Thunberg's powerful speech at Davos calls out widespread climate change inaction.

S03 E142020-01-22

January 22, 2020Hannity, Fox & Friends scramble to spread ridiculous pro-Trump propaganda as the Senate impeachment trial unfolds. Trump's self-incriminating justification as to why he won't allow Bolton, Mulvaney and more to testify before the Senate. Wade McMullen LIVE on New York's new bail reform and how to combat the slew of misinformation about the policy. A new report alleges that MBS was behind the hacking of Jeff Bezos' phone. Nelufar Hedayat LIVE on her new podcast "Course Correction," which tackles key global issues in a personal and relatable way. Joe Biden blasts Bernie for exposing the literal truth about his past position on Social Security.

S03 E152020-01-23

January 23, 2020Democratic primary update as new polling shows Bernie leading among non-white voters, independents and one-on-one against Trump. Zeke Stokes on the Kentucky Christian school that expelled one of their students for posting a picture with a rainbow sweater and cake. A new State Dpt rule means CBP officers are going to eyeball whether someone is pregnant and deny them a visa on that very basis. Detained children in a Virginia migrant facility are being restrained to chair with bags over their heads as punishment by staff. Mara Hvistendahl on the specifics of the US-China trade deal. China, the Wuhan coronavirus is spreading quickly and a vaccine might still be months away from being discovered. The oceans, seas reach the highest temperatures ever recorded and dead whales & dolphines filled with plastic keep washing ashore. Meanwhile around...the world, half a billion of the world population is mired in inequality, with billionaires now owning more wealth than 60% of the planet.

S03 E162020-01-24

January 24, 2020Recapping impeachment day 3 as Adam Schiff makes an impassioned plea to his fellow Republican senators & Jerry Nadler brings out his receipts to expose Lindsey Graham's hypocrisy. DSA organizers Brandon Ramirez & Charles Du LIVE on leftist coalition-building and what roadblocks we must confront in order to build a strong, united progressive movement. Rudy Giuliani lost it on Fox & Friends again and even the 'Friends' couldn't get a word in. Geraldo Rivera can't help but spill the tea on Giuliani. Joe Biden's Iowa campaign staff were directed to drive in dangerous snow conditions. Who are John & Brett's garbage people of the week? Trump resorts to ominous threats to ensure the GOP doesn't vote against him on impeachment.

S03 E172020-01-27

January 27, 2020John Bolton seriously spills the tea about Trump and Mulvaney's involvements in the Ukraine scandal and quid pro quo. The GOP and right-wing media scrambles to respond to Bolton claims & then just resort to same-old hypocrisy and lies. Jason Carter LIVE to recap the 2020 Grammys and the former CEO's allegations of racism, misogyny and corruption within the Academy. Mike Pompeo insults and berates NPR reporter who asks him about Ukraine and then Trump follows up by tweeting out a threat to NPR's very existence. Sen. Nina Turner LIVE on campaigning for Bernie in North Carolina, Bernie's recent surge in Iowa, New Hampshire polls and media attacks against Bernie as his popularity soars. Rick Strom LIVE on Kobe Bryant, 41 and his daughter Gianna, 13 being amongst the 9 dead in a helicopter crash this weekend.

S03 E182020-01-28

January 28, 2020Trump's impeachment lawyer explicitly refutes Trump's repeated claim that his phone call to Ukraine was "perfect." The Trump defense strategy involves minimizing Rudy to the point where he is called a "shiny object" and "minor player." Emma Vigeland LIVE on the SCOTUS 5-4 decision to allow Trump's new racist wealth test for green card applicants, a hilarious ad for a Bernie fragrance made by volunteers, Bernie's lead in early states making Democratic operatives scramble to try to fund an 'anti-Bernie' network and Tom Perez stacking the Dem Convention Committee with establishment figures only. Dr. Marty Makary LIVE on his book 'The Price We Pay,' which lays bare the horrors of the current healthcare crisis and what we can do to stop it.

S03 E192020-01-29

January 29, 2020Impeachment updates as the 9th day of the Senate trial is underway. Trump predictably attacks Bolton on Twitter and the WH issues a formal threat against him to prevent his upcoming book release. OH-3 candidate Morgan Harper LIVE on her upcoming debate against the Dem incumbent and the specifics of implementing the Green New Deal in her district. Mike Pompeo is doubling down on his attacks against an NPR reporter and Trump congratulates him for such a "good job." GA-7 candidate Nabilah Islam LIVE on petitioning the FEC for healthcare and tearing down structural barriers to true working-class representation. Michael Bloomberg's campaign is taking a really weird turn as he shakes a dog's head (?!) and eats ice cream. The Lincoln Project's new attack ad targets GOP Sen. Martha McSally.

S03 E202020-01-30

January 30, 2020Recapping day 8 of the Senate impeachment trial, which featured Trump lawyer Dershowitz making some very questionable arguments that go against the Constitution in every possible way. Negar Mortazavi on updates surrounding Iranian protests, the upcoming parliamentary 'elections' in Iran & the country's response to Trump's 'peace' plan. Jared Kushner had a secret meeting w/ private equity investors in China & Trump's WH says we'll be able to know what it was about...in 2021. Billie Porter on the future of the Labour Party, what’ll happen once Brexit finally happens tomorrow and Harry & Meghan's departure sparking important discussions in the UK surrounding racism. The Arctic, trophy hunting polar bears are making it so the species has little chances of ever recovering. Greece, the government plans to build a 'sea wall' to deter migrants from entering. Mexico, the longest-ever smuggling tunnel was discovered and a portion of Trump's wall toppled due to gusty winds.

S03 E212020-01-31

January 31, 2020John Bolton refuses to stop slamming Trump, publicly defending those who testified against him and refusing the WH's attempt to block his book from being published. Dershowitz gets defensive about his trashy impeachment argument, showing he and Trump know nothing about the constitution. Anita Malik LIVE on her new campaign strategy to disrupt the influence of money in politics. John and Brett discuss the top 10 ways Trump COULD win in 2020. Rick Santorum displays his idiocy BARE by saying he thinks Trump has learned his lesson and won't commit anymore crimes. John and Brett choose the Garbage People of the week.

S03 E222020-02-03

February 3, 2020Trump announces a new round of Social Security cuts that would devastate disability benefits nationwide, while Dem candidates publish their disability plans with varying levels of success. Michael Brooks LIVE on predictions for the Iowa caucus tonight, Rashida Tlaib apologizing for booing Hillary and Trump attacking Bernie as a communist. Colby Hall LIVE on Hannity's Superbowl interview with Trump and a recent poll showing that most Dem primary voters consume CNN more than all other news sources. Rick Strom LIVE to recap the politics of the Superbowl Halftime performance and Trump's stupid Kansas City mistake.

S03 E232020-02-04

February 4, 2020Trump pretends he's conducting an orchestra during the national anthem, which, following his own logic, means he should probably be deported or something. Ezra Klein LIVE on his new book, Why We're Polarized and how we can start working to fix our inherently divisive system. Jordan Uhl LIVE recapping the utter disaster that was the Iowa caucus, how the Biden camp is handling the loss, Buttigieg starting to backtrack his premature declaration of victory, Nina Turner calling Bloomberg an oligarch and Ben Shapiro wanting to even further restrict the vote. A bigoted Iowa voter freaks out when she finds out Buttigieg is gay after having already voted for him.

S03 E242020-02-05

February 5, 2020Impeachment day has arrived, or rather acquittal day has arrived as Sen. Collins and Murkowski will vote to acquit Trump. Jesselyn Cook LIVE on the rise of CGI influencers and the ethics and legality of AI celebrities. Man is arrested for issuing death threats against Adam Schiff as Trump and Fox News continue to stoke violence against the Democrats. Ken Klippenstein LIVE on Trump secretly designating the CBP as a 'security agency,' meaning it now has been granted intelligence capabilities equivalent to that of the FBI. Trump awards Rush Limbaugh the Presidential Medal of Freedom because nothing matters and racist, sexist, conspiratorial people are celebrated on this planet.

S03 E252020-02-06

February 6, 2020Mitt Romney defects from the GOP by voting to impeach Trump. The GOP and Trump did not take this well, with Lou Dobbs dubbing him Judas, a Rush Limbaugh guest saying he should be sold to Yemen and more. Ryan Grim LIVE on the never-ending chaos of the Iowa caucus and how those issues will affect the primary going forward. Alexander Sammon on the newfound politics of campaign finance within the Democratic primary and the very real threat posed by Bloomberg and Steyer. Meanwhile in...El Salvador, citizens applying for US asylum are being denied at a disproportionate rate despite facing violence and often death upon deportation. Meanwhile in...the UK, Johnson's government pledges to ban the sale of gas and diesel cars in 2035. Meanwhile in...Antarctica, the ice glacier keeps melting at an astoundingly worrying pace.

S03 E262020-02-07

February 7, 2020Corruption lives another day unfettered as a court rules Trump can keep taking money from foreign governments. Mara Hvistendahl LIVE on her new book The Scientist and The Spy, which exposes a secret FBI program targeting Chinese industrial espionage. Hillary Clinton refuses to go away and stop *oh so secretly* bashing Bernie. Tom Steyer releases a negative ad targetig Biden, Bernie, Buttigieg... Brett & John reveal the Garbage People of the Week!

S03 E272020-02-10

February 10, 2020Nina Turner makes MSNBC feel the BERN by destroying moderate talking points that progressive priorities aren't "practical." Jason Carter LIVE on the 2020 Academy Awards and Hollywood bringing politics to the Oscars. Erin Ryan LIVE on Trump claiming THAT pic has been photoshopped, his cruel proposal for the 2021 budget and Biden attacking both Buttigieg and a New Hampshire voter who asked him a simple question.

S03 E282020-02-11

February 11, 2020Chuck Todd refers to Bernie supporters as an "online mob" of "brownshirts," and is only ONE of the MSNBC hosts that has started to really freak out about Bernie potentially being the Dem nominee. Thom Hartmann LIVE on his latest book, The Hidden History of the War on Voting and how to reclaim our fundamental democratic right to vote. Leaked audio of Mike Bloomberg confirms just how racist he is. Robert H. Frank LIVE on his latest book, Under the Influence: Putting Peer Pressure to work and how we can tackle the climate crisis via behavioral contagion.

S03 E292020-02-12

February 12, 2020Recap of the New Hampshire primary, Bernie's win, how the media reacted to it and Yang, Bennet and Deval Patrick dropping out. A watchdog group found that graduates from HBCUs and Hispanic-majority colleges pay higher interest rates for loans. Hassan El-Tayyab LIVE on the Iran War Powers bill the Senate will vote on tomorrow and how, even if vetoed by Trump, the bill would carry much symbolic importance. Kate Josephs LIVE on her new podcast Concerning Collins and Susan Collins' unlikely chances of being successful in her 2020 re-election bid. The economy is bad and Trump's refusal to raise the minimum wage proves that he knows it.

S03 E302020-02-13

February 13, 2020Chuck Todd just "doesn't understand how Bernie is considered a frontrunner," despite the fact that he's leading in national polls, essentially won both primaries so far and has raised the most money. Shaun King LIVE on Biden lying for 50 years about being personally involved in the Civil Rights Movement. Mike Bloomberg's campaign is in full damage control after his leaked audio on stop & frisk, him blaming the '08 crash on poor people and saying living wages remind him of the USSR. QAnon members are openly admitting how their obsession is ruining their personal lives. Meanwhile...around the world, the concentration of CO2 in our atmosphere has reached record levels. Meanwhile in...Australia, rare pink slugs unexpectedly survived the bushfires that ravaged the country. Meanwhile in...Japan, the first coronavirus death has been confirmed.

S03 E312020-02-14

February 14, 2020Brian Kilmeade hates Valentine's Day. Chris Matthews is really not handling Bernie's success very well, even when Michael Moore specifically reassured him no one would be murdering him in Central Park. Chris Armitage LIVE to update us on his race to represent WA-5 and his new foreign policy plank. Michael Bloomberg once told his pregnant employee to "kill it," and rejoined all the racist, sexist country clubs he had "quietly" left before running for Mayor. James Felton Keith LIVE on why he's the best choice to represent NY-13 and the "inclusionism" key to his political ethos. Brett and John pick their Garbage People of the Week!

S03 E322020-02-17

February 17, 2020Government-mandated therapists caring for detained migrant minors are having their notes taken by ICE to be used in trial. Dr. Sweta Chakraborty LIVE for updates on the coronavirus, the role played by xenophobia in handling it and how the media and political figures are causing mass overreactions and panic. Bill Maher's 'Real Time' takes on the Dem primary, with Maher saying that Bloomberg isn't racist, he's just being attacked because he's the clear frontrunner, Rep. Pramila Jayapal debunking the Bernie Bro myth and Van Jones explaining the mass appeal of Bernie's platform. Kimberly Graham LIVE on why she's running to unseat Senator Joni Ernst and how progressive policies would help take on Iowa's biggest challenges. A new Medicare For All study confirms just how beneficial the policy would be, saving $450 billion and preventing around 68k unnecessary deaths each year.

S03 E332020-02-18

February 18, 2020Bloomberg staffers leak his higher education plan and the proposal is regressive to say the least. Jordan Uhl LIVE on Bloomberg's surge in the polls and qualifying for the Nevada debate, how Dem candidates should take Bloomberg on and the recent attacks on Bernie's online 'mob.' Anita Malik LIVE on why her campaign for AZ-6 doesn't need the DCCC. Bernie's popularity is surging nationwide and he is forecast to win nearly all upcoming primaries.

S03 E342020-02-19

February 19, 2020Bloomberg's history of transphobia is exposed. Bloomberg is exempt from having to publicly disclose his finances and won't have to do so until AFTER Super Tuesday. NY-12 candidate Peter Harrison LIVE on his new Freedom of Movement in America proposal and how he plans to totally overhaul NYC's public transportation system. Klobuchar responds to those slamming her for not knowing the name of the President of Mexico, saying she was very tired and this isn't a game of Jeopardy. Klobuchar and Buttigieg are very good at Spanish...kind of. Joshua Cameron LIVE on why he's the best representative for Utah's 1st district and how video games have positively impacted his politics and platform. Rush Limbaugh's homophobic comments attacking Pete were defended on Fox News, until they weren't.

S03 E352020-02-20

February 20, 2020The establishment is waking up to Bernie's chances, even though they've doubted him from the start. Texas Congressional Candidate Mike Siegel tells us how he's working with unions to get support for the Green New Deal. John has 10 things that everyone should know about Bloomberg before voting in the Democratic primary. The Nation's Ken Klippenstein on Bloomberg's campaign secrecy and the state of the 2020 race.

S03 E362020-02-21

February 21, 2020Trump gets mad at the Oscars during a recent rally. Norman Broderick on his personal experience with voter suppression. Meanwhile in crazytown - MAGA HAT WEARING PIGEONS! PA 01 Congressional candidate Skylar Hurwitz. Brett and John trash Bloomberg and Hegseth.

S03 E372020-02-24

February 24, 2020Recap of the Nevada caucus, where Bernie triumphed over all other candidates COMBINED. Marianne Williamson endorses Bernie Sanders at a rally in Austin, Texas. Bill Theobald LIVE on how efforts to grow voter turnout can backfire. Chris Matthews is really not handling Bernie's success very well, comparing Sanders' win to France falling to the Nazis. Fox News isn't handling Bernie's win very well either, blaming him for the stock market's plunge instead of fears about the coronavirus. Albert Lee LIVE to update us on his campaign to rep OR-3 and how his socialist platform would best serve his constituency. Bloomberg's STELLAR debate performance in Nevada leads to a substantial decline in his popularity & support nationwide.

S03 E382020-02-25

February 25, 2020Ahead of tonight's Dem debate in South Carolina, Bloomberg's advisor reveals their strategy: attack Bernie. A Sanders staffer is fired after his personal tweets attacking Warren and Buttigieg go public. John and Emma go through their top 10 picks for Bernie's VP should he be the Dem nominee. James Ellars LIVE on why he's the best candidate to rep CA-8. About those Bloomberg NDAs...one lawsuit HAS been released and it totally exposes Bloomberg's personal history of sexual harassment and misconduct.

S03 E392020-02-26

February 26, 2020#DemDebate recap: who won, who lost and most importantly, who convinced South Carolinian voters to pick them. The exorbitant attendance fee for the debate MIGHT have had something to do with the crowd's weird reactions last night. Zero Hour founder Jamie Margolin LIVE on what the coalition is working on, her upcoming book, friendship with Greta and more. Bloomberg's PR team is doing a really bad job considering all the money they're making. The Sunrise Movement's Mattias Lehman on mass organizing to address the climate crisis and the group's presidential scorecard. Yet another Christian organization is scamming vulnerable families for fake 'healthcare,' mostly encouraging its members to "just trust God."

S03 E402020-02-27

February 27, 2020Trump Admin's incompentency when it comes to the coronavirus is putting the country at risk. Trump's HHS Sec. explains that the affordability of the coronavirus vaccine isn't important because "profits." Trump puts Mike Pence in charge of coronavirus response, which is great because Pence thought smoking was safe as late as 2001. Rudy Reyes LIVE on his VP run under the Legal Marijuana Now Party and how surviving the 2003 San Diego fires made him turn to medical marijuana and politics. Bill de Blasio debunks Hannity's myths about Bernie and the wealth tax. CA-28 candidate Maebe A. Girl on why she's challenging Adam Schiff and how an actual progressive could help the district. Meanwhile in...Botswana, rhino poaching surges. Meanwhile in...the UK, children are no longer being taught to headbutt soccer balls. Meanwhile in...Mexico, activists launch a national strike to protest increasing femicides.

S03 E412020-02-28

February 28, 2020Trump's dangerous Coronavirus response CONFIRMED by HHS whistleblower who was then punished for raising security concerns. Corona, the beer company, is launching a new seltzer, but it's likely to flop because of how similar the name is to the virus. IN-6 candidate Jeannine Lee Lake on why she's challenging Mike Pence's brother, Greg Pence, and how progressive priorities will help the district. AOC exposes Brian Kemp's gleeful efforts to suppress voting rights. TX-31 candidate Donna Imam on how the campaign is doing leading up to Super Tuesday and why she believes now is the time to put a progressive in charge of the district. It's time to take out the trash with John as he selects his #3 Garbage People of The Week.

S03 E422020-03-02

March 2, 2020Coronavirus updates. Mike Pence defends Don Jr's statement that Dems and the media want "millions to die" from COVID-19. Michael McAuliffe LIVE on his book, "No Truth Left To Tell," which examines the resurgence of the KKK in the 1990s. Breaking news: both Pete Buttigieg and Amy Klobuchar have DROPPED OUT! Buttigieg takes a few final punches against Bernie as he ends his presidential bid. U.S. Senate candidate Diana Bray LIVE on how progressive policies could help Colorado and why climate activism should be the utmost priority. Nomiki Konst LIVE on her new podcast, The Nomiki Show.

S03 E432020-03-03

March 3, 2020Warren attacks Bernie for failing to get things done over his 30 year career & he claps back with a 2 minute list of his achievements, as well as showing he's completely unfazed by moderates consolidating around Biden. Jordan Uhl LIVE on Beto joining Klobuchar and Buttigieg in endorsing Biden, Warren's attacks on Biden, Chris Matthews resigning following sexual harassment allegations and Super Tuesday predictions. Paige Kreisman LIVE on why she's the best candidate to rep OR-42 and challenging the Democratic establishment at large. Mike Bloomberg is confronted by a disabled pro-Trump vet on his stop & frisk policies and casually lies about what the policy was, as well as his own record defending it.

S03 E442020-03-04

March 4, 2020Mike Bloomberg drops out of the Democratic Primary and endorses Biden, having spent a total of $500 million+ on his campaign in just 100 days. Warren's big flop on Super Tuesday begs the question: when will she drop out and who will she endorse once she does? Benjamin Dixon LIVE on the state of the Dem primary now that Biden has solidified his position as the clear centrist frontrunner and how Bernie should strategize from here on out. Voter suppression alive and well in Texas on Super Tuesday as hundreds of polling stations were shut down and thousands of POC were forced to queue for hours. Jeff Sessions heads to a runoff in the Alabama Senate race and Trump attacked him immediately.

S03 E452020-03-05

March 5, 2020Trump's rhetoric on the coronavirus is dangerous, irresponsible and endangering his own base. Tommy Vietor LIVE on Elizabeth Warren dropping out of the race, AOC advising Bernie to focus on broadening his base, Trump and the GOP prepping their anti-Biden campaign and whether Biden will be able to keep it together. Ryan Grim LIVE on the 3 things that DOOMED Warren's candidacy and who Warren's base will support now. Meanwhile in... the Amazon, the forest is losing its ablity to absorb carbon and might in fact turn into a source of CO2 rather than an extractor of it. Meanwhile in...the Congo, for the first time since July 2018 there are no more known cases of Ebola.

S03 E462020-03-06

March 6, 2020Trump is telling lies again, this time about protecting "entitlements" during a possible second term. Bloomberg and Trump duke it out on Twitter in the most CRINGEWORTHY exchange of Star Wars memes. Julian NoiseCat LIVE on writing the Green New Deal and its' future under whoever the next President may be. CNBC's Rick Santelli freaks out and claims everyone should get the Coronavirus. Bloomberg has too much money and MSNBC hosts need to invest in a company calculator. Brett and John choose their Garbage People of the Week.

S03 E472020-03-09

March 9, 2020Joe Biden is tuckered out and needs to take a seat during the upcoming debate in Arizona. Bill Maher is STILL the worst, sticking up for Chris Matthews for being ousted due to sexual harassment allegations and more. The GOP is totally bungling the national response to the coronavirus, featuring gaffes made by Ben Carson, Mike Pence, Trump himself and more. Sarah Chayes LIVE on how Trump is bringing kleptocracy to America and her book Thieves of State. Ken Klippenstein LIVE on former Bloomberg staffers admitting the whole campaign was a grift and why they all knew it was doomed from the start. Everyone's favorite comedian Pete Buttigieg will be stepping in for Jimmy Kimmel to host his late-night show. Zinger!

S03 E482020-03-10

March 10, 2020The GOP plus Fox and Friends crew has been spreading racist misinformation about the Coronavirus. Meanwhile, Trump's PR lies about his likely exposure to the virus. During a Fox News Townhall, Bernie Sanders refuses to attack Joe Biden's mental faculties on-air like other former candidates. Joe Biden's potential cabinet would be a progressive nightmare. Kamala makes it known that she will be endorsing Joe Biden. Biden makes it apparent he would veto anything that even resembled M4A. Nilanjana Bhowmick LIVE on why female suicide rates being concerningly high in India.

S03 E492020-03-11

March 11, 2020Trump and his cronies continue to spread misinformation surrounding COVID-19. Michael Muscato LIVE on his campaign to win the race for AZ-8 and unseat GOP incumbent Debbie Lesko. Jordan Uhl LIVE on Bernie Sanders' press conference, what comes next in the primary and Andrew Yang's confusing on-air endorsement of Joe Biden. Hassan El-Tayyab LIVE on the House voting on the Iran War Powers Act later today. Trump continues to tyrannize loyalist Jeff Sessions by endorsing his opponent Tommy Tuberville in the race for Alabama Senate. Bloomberg, shockingly, lied about paying his campaign team until November.

S03 E502020-03-12

March 12, 2020Trump's irresponsibility is for sure gonna get us all killed. The United States is completely unprepared for COVID-19 and it shows. Adam Eichen LIVE on Massacussas looking to lower the local elections voting age plus Biden's terrible voting track. Fox News cronie Hannity and internet loon Rush Limbaugh think that we should just lay down and die from COVID-19. Shahid Buttar LIVE on his campaign to unseat Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi. Tragic news of Chelsea Manning attempts to take her own life and is making a recovery.

S03 E512020-03-13

March 13, 2020COVID-19 has prompted numerous organizations to postpone or cancel for the next few weeks. Brazilian Communication Secretary Fábio Wajngarten might have helped spread the virus to Trump and Pence. Ahmad Ibsais LIVE on standing up for Palestinian rights through his organization We Exist Too. John and Brett discuss their top ten ways that Trump could annihilate Biden in the upcoming election. It's time to take out the trash with John and Bretts Garbage People of the Week!

S03 E522020-03-16

March 16, 2020Latest on the ongoing global pandemic that is the COVID-19 virus. Terron Sims LIVE on if DC will finally be granted statehood. Right-wing news cronies continue to put their followers in danger by misinformation despite a global pandemic. Jess Scarane LIVE on her Delaware senate race. After last night's debate, Bidens advisor likens Bernie to a protestor on stage. Tik Tok catches heat for suppressing "ugly", poor, and disabled users. Trump tries to poach German scientists for a cure to the virus.

S03 E532020-03-17

March 17, 2020Trump just can't hold back being a racist during the deadly COVID-19 outbreak. Jordan Uhl LIVE on Trump being called out for disbanding the Pandemic office back in 2018. Along with a look at how the virus is affecting the primary election. Ring-wing SHEEPLE Tucker Carlson believes that Romneys UBI idea is a scheme. Adrienne Bell LIVE on her big primary win and how she is advancing into the general election. Meanwhile, in Gabon tourists are forbidden from seeing the great apes, and COVID-19 might be bettering the Pangolin population.

S03 E542020-03-18

March 18, 2020Updates on how The Damage Report will keep reporting the damage amid the global pandemic. Progressive Marie Newman defeats Dan Lipinski in the IL-3 primary, delivering a stunning upset to the anti-abortion incumbent. John gives his overall reactions to last night's primary results, analyzing how the progressive movement should move forward after Bernie's disappointing losses. Exit polls from last night's primaries show that despite Biden's wins, the public does align with the key progressive policies at the center of Bernie's platform. General COVID-19 updates, reviewing which laws the federal government has passed, which are still being worked on and how these will affect our everyday lives. Xenophobia emanates from the White House's response to the coronavirus, ranging from Trump himself to Kellyanne Conway and more. Trump dubs himself the "Wartime President" as we grapple with the fallout from the pandemic rapidly sweeping the nation.

S03 E552020-03-19

March 19, 2020Bernie snaps back at a reporter who, amid a literal national crisis, won't stop asking him whether he's going to drop out of the Dem primary. An adorable Tik Tok surfaces of Bernie playing around with his grandson. Florida's ridiculously slow response to the coronavirus is putting its disproportionately elderly population in danger. Fox News is starting to regret having called the coronavirus a hoax in the past month but has already found new scapegoats to blame it on. Tulsi Gabbard ends her presidential bid and endorses Joe Biden. It's time to take out the trash and boy are there a lot of Garbage People to choose from today.

S03 E562020-03-20

March 20, 2020Senator Burr showed he cares more about his money than the US population after pulling A LOT of money from stocks back in February. Which raises the question of should those in Congress be allowed to own stocks? Brett Elrich LIVE on Trump and his cronies being stingy with medical supplies needed to save lives. The state of California has called for residents to stay inside except for essential travel. John and Brett shed light on some of the good news happening around the world. Finally, its time to take out the trash with John and Brett's garbage people of the week!

S03 E572020-03-23

March 23, 2020Trump and his cronies are beginning to lose patience with the doctor's orders to flatten the curve. Fox News is back to its same old with valuing money over the human race. Joe Biden comes out of hiding only to have the worst live stream to ever grace the internet. Dr. Trump wants us to take untested medicine and doctors to re-use medical masks. Mitt Romney is self-quarantining and Trump thinks that's funny for some reason. Trump believes we should be patting him on the back for not taking bailout money. He then later falls asleep during a Coronavirus meeting. We're also reminded that we must stay inside to protect Danny Devito at all costs.

S03 E582020-03-24

March 24, 2020Who cares if people die? As long as the wealthy can continue to make cash money! Tucker Carlson thinks that epidemiologists are way too focused on saving lives. AOC plans on introducing a bill to stop members of Congress from trading stock. John and Jayar discuss the top ten Coronavirus myths that show some folks are really that gullible. Rikers Island jail system shows how poorly America treats those incarcerated. It’s time to take out the trash this week as John shares his garbage person of the week.

S03 E592020-03-25

March 25, 2020Legislation was passed to get a small amount of money to Americans' hands who are in need from the Coronavirus. Yet who knows when people will see the money and what the real cost of the legislation is. Trump tells folks not to worry because Coronavirus will SIMPLY go away just in time for Easter. Trump's approval rating is like riding a terrible roller coaster where at the end you die. Joe Biden continues to flop on live television. Finally Cardi B might be our only hope at this point.

S03 E602020-03-26

March 26, 2020Bernie Sanders proves he can get anything done after demanding stronger conditions on corporate welfare funds. The stock market opened back up today and nearly 3.3 million people filed for unemployment last week. Fox and Friends expose their privilege without even realizing. Economists and Trump call to end the lockdown to save the economy. Michael Shure LIVE on if Trump's daily press conferences are helpful or a breeding ground for misinformation. We break down two ads that SLAM Trump for not taking the Coronavirus seriously from the beginning. Aaron Glantz LIVE on the COVID-19 bailout and relief for workers impacted.

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March 27, 2020Trump thinks New York is being greedy for asking for the necessary medical machines needed to save lives. Fox News cronie Geraldo Rivera tells viewers that New York needs to shut up and rally around the president. Two poll workers who were forced to work the previous election have tested positive for the virus. AOC put the House Floor on blast. It’s time to take out the trash and John and Brett have the stinkiest folks to throw out today.

S03 E622020-03-30

March 30, 2020Trump continues to prove he cares more about Wall Street crooks than the American people by refusing Congressional oversight on the Coronavirus relief bill. High TV ratings and death numbers are good news in Donald Trump's eyes. Yamiche Alcindor stands up to Trump and attempts to hold him accountable. Joe Biden proves that if he becomes the nominee Trump is going to eat him alive during a debate. AOC and others bring attention to the need for rent and mortgage relief. Chris Armitage LIVE on his race to congress.

S03 E632020-03-31

March 31, 2020Trump proves he knows absolutely nothing about South Korea. Internet clowns, Diamond and Silk, believe that the number of people that have tragically died from Coronavirus was forged to make Donald Trump look bad. A group of women in an ICE detainment center believe they have been exposed to Coronavirus. Bernie once again shows he has the path to beat Joe Biden. News broke today that CNN’s Cuomo has tested positive for COVID19. Congressman Ro Khanna LIVE on DC’s response to the pandemic.

S03 E642020-04-01

April 1, 2020Trump finally acknowledges that the US is suffering from the Coronavirus. Of course, mainstream media gives him too much of. pat on the back for not being incompetent for the first time in three years. Trump can't keep track of his lies at this point. Senators are trading stocks and using their political power for financial gain. Amazon fires a worker for speaking out about poor work conditions in the pandemic. The View is just as slimy as other corporate media outlets and throws shade at Bernie Sanders. Dr. Robbie Goldstein LIVE on his race to Congress.

S03 E652020-04-02

April 2, 2020The number of people who have filed for unemployment has nearly doubled in the past week. Ryan Grim LIVE on his recent article on Joe Bidens sexual assault allegations. A look at the stark difference in how Bernie and Biden’s campaigns are handling the pandemic. Wisconsin is still on track to hold their primary next week. Ben Dixon LIVE on Biden’s sad excuse of a campaign. On The View yesterday Whoopi Goldberg gave Bernie Sanders a trick question.

S03 E662020-04-03

April 3, 2020Capt. Brett Crozier a Navy commander was relieved of his command after making the safety call to quarantine his crew. Fox News bites off more than they can chew when Dr. Desai makes it clear that the US is far behind other countries when it comes to COVID-19 testing. Dr. Nicole Saphier also puts Fox and Friends on blast after they try to defend governors for not ordering for a quarentine. Finally a batch of some really good news, including cute pups and the innovative ways that nursing homes are still having fun. To top it off John and Brett share their garbage folks of the week. Jess Scarane LIVE to update us on how her campaign for Delaware senate is going and why she wants to unseat Chris Coons, especially related to how he's been responding to the pandemic.

S03 E672020-04-06

April 6, 2020Breaking news Wisconsin has delayed its primary election. The US Army took an assessment in February that predicted hundreds of thousands of Americans could die from Coronavirus in a worst-case scenario. Surgeon General vice-admiral Jerome Adams states that the next two weeks will be comparative to 9/11 on a national scale. Trump continues to promote the use of Hydroxychloroquine, even though it has NOT been tested and has killed people. Deb Snell, AFT President, SLAMS Trump and calls him out for being a snake oil salesman. Boomers can't stay out of Church and just simply trust medical professionals. Throwback to when Hillary Clinton explained why primaries don't need to end soon...if it's an election involving her. David Swanson LIVE on his new book "20 Dictators."

S03 E682020-04-07

April 7, 2020Republicans are fine with risking the lives of Democrats in order to keep power in their favor... aka Wisconsin is still having an election. Long voting lines put the entire state at risk to increase their Coronavirus infection numbers. Trump's sinister intentions are exposed, and as we all assumed he in fact has shares in Hydroxychloroquine. Frequent television Trump fanatic Kayleigh McEnany will become Trump's new press secretary. Kelly Loeffler is a criminal. A racist Louisville-area doctor attempts to strangle and kill a young woman for not social distancing.

S03 E692020-04-08

April 8, 2020Heartbreaking news today as Bernie Sanders ends his campaign. He reminds us that it's more than a campaign, it's a movement. President Trump, who voted by mail, believes that voting by mail is corrupt and evil. Fox News and tin foil hat wearers believe the death number from Coronavirus is being inflated. Emma Vigeland joins us LIVE to help report the damage.

S03 E702020-04-09

April 9, 2020Fox News, Trump and more right-wing cronies keep up their conspiracy theories about the covid-19 death count, with only Steve Doocy there to remind them that 60,000 deaths is not something we ought to callously dismiss. Paul Braun's campaign ad features racism and an automatic weapons giveaway. The largest pharmaceutical company to provide insulin has dropped its prices considerably given the severity of the pandemic. Michael Shure and John discuss the new state of the 2020 election now that Bernie has dropped out. Katrina vanden Heuvel LIVE on why the current crisis strengthens the case for a more robust social safety net and how Biden's take on the pandemic might doom us all.

S03 E712020-04-10

April 10, 2020Trump continues to waste America's time and spread misinformation at his daily press conferences. Former MAGA supporters have taken off their rose tinted glasses and are saying enough is enough with Trump's dishonesty. USDA is in hot water for not adequately inspecting animal carcusses at slaughter plants. Brett Erlich LIVE for his best ways to pass time during the lockdown. It's time to take out the trash this week, that's right it’s Garbage People.

S03 E722020-04-13

April 13, 2020Trump proves he knows nothing about science after repeatedly calling the Coronavirus a bacteria. He also shows us once more how little he cares for the human race after saying we need to let Coronavirus just “wash over” America. NY Times put Trump on blast for knowing the possibility of a pandemic as early as January. Dr. Fauci is in danger of getting the boot from Trump for giving accurate information on CNN. Donald Trump has a grudge against the Post Office.

S03 E732020-04-14

April 14, 2020News broke this morning of former president Barack Obama endorsing Joe Biden. Jordan Uhl LIVE on yesterday's chaotic Trump press conference. President Trump attempted to defend his response to the pandemic, even though he was golfing and holding rallies throughout the month of February. Trump also makes the claim he has authority over all the states, which is dangerous and terrifying. Meanwhile Susan Collins approval rating is a flaming pile of garbage. David Becker LIVE on his op-ed on mail-in ballots and the 2020 election.

S03 E742020-04-15

April 15, 2020Stimulus checks are set to arrive this week for Americans in need. Jayar Jackson joins us LIVE to discuss how people might not even get to keep that money. Trump admits he misses sports and somehow has time to watch old Baseball games. Apparently, the WWE is an essential business? Religious leaders who told their followers they would be fine to go out, inevitably got sick. CNN personality Chris Cuomo clearly needs to take a break. A Harvard study says we should practice social distancing until 2022. Tim Schwab LIVE on his article for The Nation on the Gates Foundation.

S03 E752020-04-16

April 16, 2020Trump sheeple in Michigan and other states have taken to the streets to protest the lockdown, you know the one put into effect for their own safety. Ana Kasparian LIVE on how Fox News continues to spread the misinformation on the Coronavirus death toll. Steve Mnuchin believes that Americans can live on 1,200 dollars for four months. Caruso-Cabrera, is going to attempt to challenge Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez in the New York primary. Jayar Jackson LIVE on religious leaders getting their followers sick. Steven Hassan also joins us LIVE to talk cults during the pandemic.

S03 E762020-04-17

April 17, 2020Daytime TV doctors are getting airtime on Fox News because...ya know all the real doctors are too busy saving lives. Meanwhile Dr. Fauci, opens up a can of whoop ass on Fox News. Brett Erlich LIVE on Trump’s big brain plan for reopening up the country. It’s Friday so it's time to take out the trash. John and Brett mix it up and share their top 10 tearjerker moments in movies. David Sirota LIVE on his role in Bernie Sanders campaign and progressives' next steps going forward.

S03 E772020-04-20

April 20, 2020A devastating shooting in Nova Scotia left 18 dead in what could be considered of the deadliest shootings in Candaian history. CBS news reporter Weijia Jiang attempts to hold President Trump accountable at the latest press conference. For some reason Trump believes that he has saved billions of lives, which is roughly the population of planet Earth. Trump sheeple continue to protest against social distancing and the stay at home orders. AOC doesn't rule out a possible run against Senator Chuck Schumer. Nadia Nazar LIVE on how Zero Hour is adapting to the pandemic and continuing their activism.

S03 E782020-04-21

April 21, 2020Trump bans all immigration into the United States even though nobody probably wants to come here because we’re crawling with Coronavirus. This makes Fox and Friends sad because they can’t have their immigrant “servants” around anymore. President Trump and Governor of Maryland Larry Hogan duke it out on Twitter. Georgia Governor Brian Kemp wants to go bowling and ultimately see the people of his state fall ill. Jayar Jackson LIVE on the reality of COVID-19 cases specifically in Los Angeles county. Sean Hannity is finally caught with blood on his hands. Nayyera Haq LIVE on how the federal government is handling the pandemic.

S03 E792020-04-22

April 22, 2020Multiple studies show that if the US opened up the country the cases and deaths of Coronavirus would nearly double. GOP supporters literally want to sacrifice the weak to get their hair cut. Hydroxychloroquine, which Fox News continues to promote daily, has been proven to in fact kill you. Emma Vigeland LIVE to help us celebrate Earth Day! Today is the 50th anniversary of a special holiday. The Board of Elections commission in NYC wants to remove Bernie Sanders from the ballot. Jonathan Metzl LIVE on how red states could be suffering more from Coronavirus.

S03 E802020-04-23

April 23, 2020Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn Goodman is grilled on CNN after suggesting the city's hotels, casinos, restaurants and stores should re-open. Trump sought to "liberate Georgia" from the lockdown but then throws GA Gov. Kemp under the bus for doing exactly that. Voters and poll workers who participated in the Wisconsin election 2 weeks ago test positive for coronavirus. Trump's attempts to squash the USPS threaten democracy itself. Prediction models for how the pandemic is likely to affect Americans aren't taking into account the disproportionate amount of those incarcerated. Ramesh Srinivasan LIVE on progressive coalition building and keeping progressive momentum alive.

S03 E812020-04-24

April 24, 2020Trump's stupidity reaches new heights as he suggests disinfectant injections and UV light treatments to cure coronavirus. After much backlash, Trump backpedals by saying he was being sarcastic --despite having received a letter this week from a conspiracy theorist claiming that drinking bleach is a "miracle cure" for all diseases. Even Dr Birx couldn't hide her absolute shock when Trump dropped the bleach bomb during yesterday's press conference. Food safety regulations are being relaxed even more, despite one of the largest pork plants in the country being shut down last week after 600+ of its workers tested positive. Brett, John and you (yes, you!) explain who they picked for Garbage Person of the Week and why. The Squad's response to the latest pandemic bill is what true leadership looks like. Adam Eichen LIVE on how the media can save our democracy and elections during this pandemic.

S03 E822020-04-27

April 27, 2020Trump cancels all foreseeable press conferences, angry about the backlash he received last week over peddling fake Covid-19 cures. Trump's "work ethic" during the pandemic is questioned as aides allege he spends most of his day "rage watching" the news. New York City activists and tenants are organizing the largest rent strike in nearly 100 years. More evidence of Tara Reade's allegations against Joe Biden are brought to light. Sen. Tom Cotton and Fox News host Maria Bartiromo try to stoke even more racism against the Chinese. Nelufar Hedayat LIVE on the impact of Trump's immigration ban on the refugee crisis and how the pandemic is causing an impending humanitarian catastrophe in refugee camps around the world.

S03 E832020-04-28

April 28, 2020House Reps, unable to figure out a way to work from home, will neither be returning to DC this week nor be passing any new bills as they had previously promised. Despite right-wing attempts to undermine the Covid-19 death count, studies show it's likely much higher than what's currently being reported. A lockdown protest leader contracts the virus but nevertheless regrets nothing. Tomi Lahren and other right-wing grifters' hypocrisy and racism is exposed, yet again. Diamond and Silk are fired after taking their conspiracy theories one step too far (and that's by Fox News standards.) MoveOn.org publishes a damning ad unmasking all of Trump's coronavirus lies. Dave Catanese LIVE on how the uncertainty caused by the pandemic is putting presidential campaign strategies in complete disarray.

S03 E842020-04-29

April 29, 2020Tucker Carlson might not be the worst by Fox News standards, but he still deserves to be the worst by ours. Trump wants to keep meat packing plants open no matter the consequences. The GOP is trying to make it even more difficult for people to claim unemployment benefits. Mike Pence, leader of the WH Covid-19 Task Force, refuses to wear a mask while visiting coronavirus patients. The NRA wants you to spend your stimulus money on weaponry --not rent or food. Dr. Sweta Chakraborty on what phase II of the pandemic response should look like and how risk perceptions have driven harmful policies on Covid-19.

S03 E852020-04-30

April 30, 2020Trump thinks that Covid-19 is just going to “leave,” despite a vaccine not having been developed yet. A new analysis reveals that at least 49 members of Congress have been cashing in on the pandemic, strategically trading $158 million worth of stock transactions. The GOP is using the pandemic as an excuse to curtail abortion rights in at least 13 states. Ben Shapiro is caught being a giant hypocrite, yet again. Chris Hayes comes under fire for merely addressing the Tara Reade allegations against Joe Biden. Ken Klippenstein LIVE on how Trump's foreign policy decisions are putting our troops at risk of contracting Covid-19.

S03 E862020-05-01

May 1, 2020Workers at Target, Amazon, Instacart and more organize a historic May Day strike to demand better health and safety conditions, as well as hazard pay. Joe Biden finally addresses the Tara Reade allegations on Morning Joe. Trump seemingly defends Biden, saying Tara Reade’s allegations “could be false.” Trump’s base could finally be turning on him. It’s time to take out the trash as John, Brett and you (yes, you!) pick the Garbage People of the Week! Justice Democrats Exec. Director Alexandra Rojas LIVE on how the progressive left should organize for November and whether the establishment's hold over mainstream media may finally be breaking.

S03 E872020-05-04

May 4, 2020Trump keeps changing the U.S. death toll estimate, now warning that it could reach 100,000 people, while just last week he had spoken of 60,000 deaths. Meanwhile, he continues to tout his response to the pandemic and keeps pressing for states to re-open. Trump complains about the media’s “treatment” of him, saying it’s worse than President Lincoln. Trump has been accused of sexual assault and harassment by over 25 women and his response to every single one of those claims has been absolutely abhorrent. Despite tightened guidelines, YouTube is still full of Covid-19 misinformation. AZ-6 candidate Anita Malik LIVE on how her DCCC-backed opponent is putting Arizonan lives at risk and the way her campaign has appropriately adapted to pandemic-conditions.

S03 E882020-05-05

May 5, 2020Mitch McConnell isn’t letting the pandemic get in the way of packing the courts with as many right-wing judges as possible, no matter how unqualified. Children all over the world are being hospitalized with a mysterious syndrome that may be associated with Covid-19. Chris Christie joins the rest of the right-wing in arguing that states must re-open as fast as possible, claiming that “there are going to be deaths no matter what.” A man at a San Diego supermarket wore a Klan hood instead of a mask while he was shopping. Trump doesn’t want Fauci to testify in front of the house because it’s “a set up.” Trump loses it after George Conway drops an ad criticizing his response to the pandemic.

S03 E892020-05-06

May 6, 2020Racist Scum Murder Man While Out Jogging | Trump Gives Embarrassing Excuse For Flip-Flop | Trump: My Best Work Has Been On COVID-19 | Executive BEGS For Oil Bailout | Trump Family Plans To Take Down Fox News

S03 E902020-05-07

May 7, 2020More evidence emerges in the insider trading scandal in which members of Congress strategically sold and bought stock to profit off of the pandemic. Ohio employers are being encouraged to report employee attendance in order to deprive workers of unemployment benefits. More details are revealed about the failed coup in Venezuela, in which Trump's plan to oust President Nicolás Maduro was comically unsuccessful. There might be a secret reason the Trump family keeps plugging the OANN news channel. A Miami man lost it and started ranting about conspiracy theories when asked to wear a mask in a public store. Is a “return to normalcy” even possible should Biden win in November? Aakaash Rao LIVE on how his scientific study proves Fox News viewers are more likely to contract and die of Covid-19.

S03 E912020-05-08

May 8, 2020Trump became “lava mad” at his staff when he found out a member of his valet team contracted Covid-19. Ahmaud Arbery’s murderers were finally arrested yesterday. The DOJ drops the Michael Flynn case, despite the fact that he owned up to being guilty himself. GOP Gov. Pete Ricketts of Nebraska is forcing a beef packing plant in his state to remain open despite it being described as a Covid-19 “hotspot.” It’s time to take out the trash with Garbage People of the Week! AOC is playing Animal Crossing and John wants to talk about it. Clay Aiken LIVE on the damaging effects of polarization in the context of the pandemic.

S03 E922020-05-11

May 11, 2020Comedian, actor and single-payer advocate Jerry Stiller, well-known for his role as Frank Costanza in Seinfeld, passed away on Sunday. Although it might seem impossible, the WH response to the pandemic is somehow getting even worse. GOP Sen. Lamar Alexander says there’s “not enough money to help everybody” affected by the pandemic --despite having voted for a $1.5 trillion tax cut for the rich in late March. An Iowan meat packing plant confirms that over 1,000 of its workers have tested positive for Covid-19, three of which have died. A Georgia homeowner linked to the Ahmaud Arbery case confirms that his property had never been burglarized, further discrediting Ahmaud’s murderers account of the assault. Howie Hawkins LIVE on his campaign to become the Green Party nominee for President.

S03 E932020-05-12

May 12, 2020Trump has a temper tantrum during his press conference and storms out. In his Senate testimony, Dr. Fauci warns of “needless suffering and death” should we reopen the country too soon. Water is wet and 72 “lockdown protesters” test positive for Covid-19 after attending a Wisconsin protest. Belly Mujinga, a British railway ticket office worker, died from Covid-19 after being spat on. Elon Musk is reopening a CA Tesla plant, claiming he’ll “be on the line with everyone else.” Michael Brooks LIVE on his new book analyzing the leading figures of the "intellectual dark web" and the future of the progressive movement.

S03 E942020-05-13

May 13, 2020The Biden-Sanders Unity Task Forces are announced and will include many leading progressives, such as AOC and Varshini Prakash. All of Trump’s incarcerated cronies are getting released from prison due to fears they might contract Covid-19. Kushner says the presidential election could be postponed, but Trump says November 3rd is “a good number.” Trump’s favorability amongst the “haters” constituency is dwindling. Brian Kilmeade makes an... honest assessment? Contrary to what Trumpers are saying, most Americans actually prefer stores where masks are required. Polls show that most Americans are disappointed in Trump’s response to the pandemic. A Washington, Virginia restaurant is using mannequin customers to enforce social distancing. Jamaal Bowman LIVE on his campaign to represent NY-16 and why the Dem establishment --including Gov. Cuomo--is falling short in responding to the pandemic.

S03 E952020-05-14

May 14, 2020Whistleblower and ousted vaccine Dr. Rick Bright testifies before Congress, condemning the Trump Admin’s pandemic response so far and warning of “unprecedented illness and fatalities” should “we fail to develop a national coordinated response based in science.” There may be actual consequences for Senators involved in the pandemic insider trading scandal. A key anti-surveillance bill fails by one vote in the Senate. Trump doesn’t get why Dr. Fauci is warning against sending children back to school, ignoring the mysterious Covid-related disease that has affected kids in 15 states so far. Trump’s Covid-19 testing plan falls totally short. AOC calls for billionaires to pay taxes and Trumpers forgot to turn their brains on. Alex Morse LIVE on his campaign to represent MA-01 and how establishment Dem incumbent Richard Neal is harming the lives of his constituents, as well as Americans nationwide.

S03 E962020-05-15

May 15, 2020Trump claims testing is overrated and says “it’s a beautiful thing to see” doctors “running into death.” ICE’s “efforts” to stop sex trafficking include coercing suspected victims into paid sex acts. A reporter attempting to cover a Long Island lockdown protest was verbally attacked by those in attendance. CA regulators decide to suspend the $200 million fine that PG&E was meant to pay after their poor equipment ignited a series of deadly wildfires across the state. 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! Ti-Hua Chang LIVE on his TYT Investigates exclusive that revealed House Dems are entertaining the idea of a possible fossil fuel bailout in the next Covid-19 relief bill. Madeline Peltz LIVE on Joe Rogan's Elon Musk interview and debunking the coronavirus misinformation that both of them spread.

S03 E972020-05-18

May 18, 2020Trump fires the State Dpt IG Steve Linick, who was in the midst of investigating whether Pompeo misused federal funds and the legality of Saudi arms sales. The GOP is mounting a huge national effort to make sure your ballot does NOT get counted in November. Fox & Friends host Pete Hegseth went to New Jersey to support the re-opening of a gym and the tomfoolery was honestly astounding. A Karen went to Gelson's and you can pretty much figure out how that went. Phone data suggests that lockdown protesters are making everything worse, for both themselves and everyone else. Elon Musk is somehow getting even more loathsome. Keith Comito LIVE on how reprioritizing federal funding into aging research could protect us from future pandemics.

S03 E982020-05-19

May 19, 2020The Trump Admin. screws over National Guard members currently providing coronavirus relief, ordering an end to their deployment just one day before they would have become eligible for benefits. Trump is self-medicating and it’s going exactly the way you’d expect. Pelosi expresses her concerns over Trump’s usage of hydroxychloroquine, noting that it’s particularly dangerous for those in his age and weight group. The Ahmaud Arbery case takes another dark turn as more evidence emerges. Indian and Bangladeshi citizens evacuate as a dangerous “Super Cyclone” approaches the region. Sean Hannity will say just about anything to convince his viewers that we should re-open. Linda Sarsour LIVE on her new book and the future of mass-scale progressive organizing. Gabe Tobias LIVE on the Movement School's new Campus initiative, which provides online courses for progressive electoral organizers.

S03 E992020-05-20

May 20, 2020CDC officials claim they’ve been "muzzled” by the White House when it comes to the national pandemic response. Trump and the rest of the GOP wants you to believe voting by mail is illegal. Mike Pompeo refused to meet with now-ousted IG Steve Linick concerning the Saudi arms sales investigation. Pompeo has also reportedly been using taxpayer money to fund dozens of extravagant dinners for himself without Trump's knowledge. Trump is using the pandemic as an excuse to ramp up his war on regulations. A CA Lockdown protest attendee is seen holding up an extremely racist sign. Ahmad Ibsais LIVE on how the pandemic is worsening the refugee crisis and how we can help those most vulnerable throughout this difficult time.

S03 E1002020-05-21

May 21, 2020Researchers estimate that 83% of the nation’s deaths could have been avoided had we imposed social distancing measures as early as March 1st. Trump’s total and complete incompetence during intelligence briefings is putting all of our lives at risk. Despite unemployment claims skyrocketing, Trump and McConnell seek to end enhanced unemployment benefits ASAP. GOP officials, QAnon-ers and other right-wing figures are all jumping aboard the hydroxychloroquine train, with some even creating DIY brews. The Trump campaign launches “The Right View,” a conservative take on The View where co-hosts are literally either related to Trump and/or work for him.

S03 E1012020-05-22

May 22, 2020Trump praises the “good bloodlines” of Henry Ford, a renowned anti-semite who Hitler himself lauded. Trump's obsession with eugenics is a long-standing and extremely worrying one --although not surprising. Joe Biden’s interview on The Breakfast Club with Charlamagne tha God was… strange to say the very least. Fox & Friends’ host Steve Doocy lies trying to defend his and the network's blatant hypocrisy. American billionaires have become significantly richer throughout the pandemic, with their net worth growing by 15% in just 2 months. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Brett and the TDR audience picked as the Garbage People of the Week. Rashad Richey LIVE on major updates in the Ahmaud Arbery case. Jason Stanley LIVE on how fascist politics work in the context of the pandemic and how to fight back against the Trump Administration's propaganda.

S03 E1022020-05-26

May 26, 2020Thousands of Americans ignored stay-at-home orders this weekend to celebrate Memorial Day. Trump and the right-wing’s attempts to spread Covid-19 misinformation have proven largely successful amongst their conservative base. Sr. WH Adviser Kevin Hassett refers to human beings as “capital stock.” During this difficult time, Bloomberg Media is most concerned about rich people being able to reach their yachts without “exposure to the germ-ridden masses.” Biden puts out an attack ad blasting Trump for golfing as the Covid-19 national death toll approaches 100,000. #KarenStrikesAgain as fragile white lady Amy Cooper threatens an innocent black man’s life because she felt like it. Dave Levinthal LIVE on how city leaders are pleading the Trump campaign to pay its rally-related bills so they can more efficiently respond to the pandemic.

S03 E1032020-05-27

May 27, 2020George Floyd, an innocent black man, is murdered on the streets of Minneapolis by the police; when protests ensued, police shot rubber bullets and tear gas at the unarmed protesters. Twitter attempted to fact-check some of Trump’s tweets and he… lost it. A CNBC debate erupted into a giant argument as Andrew Ross Sorkin accused Joe Kernen of ignoring the 100,000 Americans who have died from Covid-19 in order to “help his friend” Trump. Shockingly, Hannity suggests we should wear masks --but his Fox News counterparts, Tucker Carlson and Laura Ingraham, didn’t seem to get the memo. Conservatives mock Biden for… wearing a mask? Allie Young LIVE on her efforts to help the Navajo Nation during the pandemic and a lockdown protest in New Mexico where attendees held up racist signs, one of which featured a swastika.

S03 E1042020-05-28

May 28, 2020A PA Democratic lawmaker goes on an epic rant after finding out that his GOP counterparts KNEW that some of them had contracted Covid-19 but didn’t tell their colleagues so they could push through anti-lockdown legislation. Trump and Kayleigh McEnany are doing everything in their power to make sure your vote doesn’t count in November. Kellyanne Conway joins in on pushing the anti-vote-by-mail narrative, making a comparison between polling stations and a… cupcake store? The Lincoln Project blasts both Trump and Mitch McConnell for their poor leadership on Covid-19 and more. Parker Molloy LIVE on how the right-wing and Fox News are trying to turn the pandemic into the latest "culture war" battle.

S03 E1052020-05-29

May 29, 2020Minneapolis demonstrators continue to protest George Floyd’s murder. Trump tweets out something so racist even Twitter had to step in. Trump begins his war on Twitter. MPLS police arrest a CNN crew… while the reporter was live. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Ana and you (yes, you!!) picked as the Garbage People of the Week. Samelys Lopez LIVE on her run for NY-15 and the importance of housing justice for all.

S03 E1062020-06-01

June 1, 2020Police forces nationwide deployed extreme violence against those protesting George Floyd’s murder and centuries of police brutality. "Alpha Male" Trump hid in his underground bunker as protests began in front of the White House. Trump has no public response to the wave of protests around the country --but he’s privately telling Governors to arrest protesters and “dominate” them. Trump blames Antifa for the protests and seeks to label the group as a “terrorist organization.” Surprise surprise: a person who attended a massive Memorial Day party has now tested positive for Covid-19 and was possibly infectious during the holiday weekend. Norman Solomon LIVE on the 2020 Bernie Delegates Network and how the group plans to leverage progressive power at the upcoming Democratic National Convention.

S03 E1072020-06-02

June 2, 2020Trump got scared before his little outing yesterday so he made DC police attack peaceful protesters. Trump then self-proclaimed himself an “ally of all peaceful protesters” while literally tear-gassing a priest to clear the way for his beta male Bible photo sesh. The right-wing falls over themselves praising Trump for the photo op. An independent autopsy report examining George Floyd’s murder confirms exactly what we all saw with our own eyes, and entirely conflicts with the county medical examiner’s original claims. Emma is accused of being an Antifa "terrorist" by the right-wing -- all the while, we find out white nationalists were behind the "official" national Antifa Twitter account all along. Biden speaks out on the current unrest taking place nationwide. If you don’t like looting, wait until you hear about the IRS. Marc Porter Magee LIVE on the challenges of re-opening schools and how Betsy DeVos and Trump are yet again seeking to screw over 99% of students in the country.

S03 E1082020-06-03

June 3, 2020LAPD Chief Michael Moore tries to blame George Floyd’s murder on those protesting it. Moore then rightly gets publicly blasted for his comments during a live LA Police Commission meeting. Trump and his cronies are still trying to use the ‘Antifa’ excuse to harm peaceful protesters, while the FBI finds “no intel indicating Antifa involvement." Iowa Rep. Steve King, an overt white supremacist, loses his primary race. Republicans, allegedly lovers of “freedom,” have nothing to say about police forces tear gassing protesters nationwide. An anti-Trump Republican group airs an ad bashing the President on Fox & Friends. Trump is embarassed about hiding in the WH bunker during DC protests, instead claiming that he was simply undertaking an "inspection." Meghan McCain gets dunked on for lying about her neighborhood looking like a “war zone.” Jesselyn Cook LIVE on social media influencers spreading Covid-19 related conspiracy theories, with some profiles even becoming 'hubs' for QAnon.

S03 E1092020-06-04

June 4, 2020NY-16 Rep. Engel is caught on a hot mic claiming that if he wasn’t being primaried by progressive Jamaal Bowman, he “wouldn’t care.” NYPD ramps up violence against protesters, which included tear-gassing a pregnant woman in her car. The NYT thought it was a good idea to publish an op-ed written by GOP Sen. Tom Cotton, in which Cotton argues that Trump must “send in the troops.” Trump also wants military troops and tanks in the streets, but the Pentagon is allegedly reluctant to actually cooperate. Trump is NOT SCARED OF PROTESTS which is why he’s literally building a wall in front of the WH. Lynching is still not a federal crime in the U.S. and the bill to designate it as such is being blocked by GOP Sen. Rand Paul. The Lincoln Project attacks Trump again and polls show these GOP ads against the President might be working. Barbara Freese LIVE on her new book Industrial-Strength Denial, which examines corporate lies and the harm big companies refuse to own up to.

S03 E1102020-06-05

June 5, 2020Two Buffalo police officers are suspended after the cops are YET AGAIN caught lying thanks to social media; this time seen pushing a 75 year-old man to the ground. Trump’s press conference today featured all types of offensive absurdities, including using George Floyd’s name in vain, attacking black female reporter Yamiche Alcindor about the economy and again rebutting claims that he is a bunker boy. Atmospheric carbon dioxide levels are reaching yet another record peak. Media Matters exposes the right-wing’s hypocrisy in saying everything would be fine were the protests just “peaceful.” 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. Shaniyat Chowdhury LIVE on running against Dem incumbent Gregory Meeks in NY-5 and why it’s time for a change in the district. WA-5 candidate Chris Armitage LIVE on being tear gassed at a BLM protest in Spokane, Washington.

S03 E1112020-06-08

June 8, 2020An armed white man plowed his car through a peaceful BLM protest in Seattle and shot a black protester who was trying to stop the vehicle. House and Senate Democrats unveil new legislation in response to growing protests against police brutality. Las Vegas has officially reopened. All of the Covid-19 swabs made during Trump’s visit to a PPE factory in Maine need to be thrown out because he refused to wear a mask. Over the weekend, Mitt Romney joined the protests against police brutality and Trump wasn't happy about it at all. Trump and his team are panicking as his ratings plummet amid nationwide unrest. JK Rowling is hell bent on destroying her legacy. James Veraldi LIVE on the plight of pangolins and how the pandemic is affecting the animal, which is the most trafficked in the world.

S03 E1122020-06-09

June 9, 2020Trump attacks the 75 year-old peace activist that Buffalo PD pushed to the floor for no reason. NY-16 Dem incumbent Eliot Engel is sad after AOC & Bernie endorse his progressive challenger, Jamaal Bowman. Progressive MA Sen. Ed Markey debates Rep. Kennedy and it didn’t go so well for the establishment contender… Tucker Carlson is the worst human ever. Ben Shapiro needs a safe space because sports has become too political for him. Trump’s Admin. throws him under the bus with Barr admitting he is, in fact, a Bunker Boi and Press Sec. McEnany *boasting* that he received just 8% of the black vote. Trump’s campaign is running tons of pro-Trump ads in the DC area to make sure Trump is in a good mood. James Felton Keith LIVE on why he’s the best representative for NY-13 and how his ethic of inclusionism affects his approach to politics.

S03 E1132020-06-10

June 10, 2020Tucker Carlson and the right-wing claim that pandemic control measures have nothing to do with controlling the pandemic. Trump puts white supremacist Stephen Miller in charge of writing his upcoming “race relations” speech. GA experienced mass voter suppression yesterday as citizens waited in line for hours to cast their ballots. The MA Senate race heats up as progressive incumbent Ed Markey releases a new ad. Sean Hannity says he’s not *not* comparing Trump to George Floyd. Tucker Carlson attacks his newfound nemesis in the culture war: Elmo. Kayleigh McEnany defends Trump’s attacks on the 75 year-old innocent peace activist brutalized by police. Isiah James LIVE on why he’s the best representative for NY-9 and how current establishment Dem incumbent Yvette Clarke has neglected her constituents since 2013.

S03 E1142020-06-11

June 11, 2020Trump orders the National Guard to use aggressive tactics against protesters, but internally many speak of being “ashamed” in carrying out his directives. Black Lives Matter’s popularity has soared in just a matter of weeks and has now become the single most favorably viewed political organization in the entire country. 2 million people in the United States have now tested positive for Covid-19. Harry Potter actors speak out in support of the transgender community and condemn J.K. Rowling’s statements. Trump’s racism is in overdrive as he insists US military bases named after Confederate generals should remain that way. The Lincoln Project comes for Trump again, this time condemning his love for the Confederacy. TX-31 candidate Dr. Christine Eady Mann LIVE on the police’s brutal murder of Javier Ambler II.

S03 E1152020-06-12

June 12, 2020MAGA rallies are back but with a twist: Trump is forcing attendees to waive their rights to sue should they contract Covid-19 at the event. While protests were taking place in Chicago, 13 police officers --including 3 supervisors-- were caught napping and eating popcorn in Rep. Bobby Rush’s office. Steve Mnuchin is now refusing to disclose ANY information pertaining to the $660 billion in pandemic-relief loans allocated to corporations. Dave Chappelle is back with a new Netflix special. A new book about Melania Trump reveals that she delayed her initial move into the WH to renegotiate her prenup. It’s time to take out the trash: find out who John, Ana and you (yes, you!!) picked as the Garbage People of the Week. Sean Shaw LIVE on which specific policies we should implement to actually start fixing our broken criminal justice system.

S03 E1162020-06-15

June 15, 2020On Friday, Atlanta PD murdered Rayshard Brooks for NO reason, shooting him in the back-- TWICE. Today SCOTUS, led by Neil Gorsuch himself, ruled against Trump and confirmed that of course you can’t fire people based on their sexual orientation and/or gender identity. Covid-19 patients are receiving huge medical bills, with some amounting to over a $1 million. When it comes to police brutality, Trump says that “the concept of a chokehold sounds so innocent, so perfect.” Trump has legs and he knows how to use them. NY-49 State Senatorial candidate Thearse McCalmon on why it’s time her district had real representation and how her experience as a nurse, activist and educator has informed her platform.

S03 E1172020-06-16

June 16, 2020Trump thinks that if we stop testing for Covid-19, it will literally disappear. Trump will now hold TWO rallies without coronavirus prevention measures in Oklahoma. Rep. Omar’s father, Nur Omar Mohamed, passes away after contracting Covid-19. Hillary Clinton gets involved in the heated NY-16 race, endorsing Dem establishment incumbent Eliot Engel over progressive Jamaal Bowman. An armed ‘militia’ in Albuquerque fires shots at peaceful protesters. Republican Voters Against Trump release a new scathing ad using Lindsey Graham’s own words to slam the President. Jason Harrow LIVE on how in some states, mail-in voting disproportionately disenfranchises young voters --and what we can do to stop it.

S03 E1182020-06-17

June 17, 2020The likelihood of a Covid-19 vaccine being developed soon is relatively small --but Trump doesn’t seem to think so. A night on the town in Jacksonville, Florida unsurprisingly resulted in a newfound Covid-19 outbreak. Tuesday marked the highest single-day total for new Covid-19 cases in Oklahoma, but MAGA isn’t convinced of the risk and still plan on attending Trump’s rally in the state later this week. Dr. Fauci doesn’t seem to think Trump’s rally is a great idea, although Press Sec. Kayleigh McEnany claims it’ll be totally safe. Incidents of right-wing violence are flaring up nationwide, with little to no attention from the media. Trump’s niece is coming out with a new book, allegedly coming forth with details about family “trauma, neglect and abuse.” Laura Briggs LIVE on her new book Taking Children and how purposefully harming vulnerable children and families is part of a longstanding American tradition.

S03 E1192020-06-18

June 18, 2020SCOTUS rules to protect the DACA program and its current recipients, blocking Trump’s efforts to discontinue the policy and deport Dreamers. Protests around the country have pushed through concrete legislative action in the fight against racial injustice. In a lengthy phone interview with Hannity last night, Trump defended “mistreated” police officers, claimed he personally popularized Juneteenth and vilified BLM protesters. Meatpacking companies lobbied to stay open as Covid-19 devastated their workforces, claiming they were doing so to avoid food shortages --when they were in fact selling record amounts of meat to China. John Bolton’s upcoming book exposes secrets about the Trump Administration, each revelation being more disturbing than the next. CA-12 candidate Shahid Buttar on what it would be like to have a BLM activist in Congress and how Nancy Pelosi isn’t doing enough to protect BIPOC in her district or around the country.

S03 E1202020-06-19

June 19, 2020Updates on the Breonna Taylor case as one officer involved in her murder is fired. What Juneteenth commemorates and the work for racial justice that still remains to be done. Trump has no idea what Juneteenth is. Trump calls mail-in voting the biggest threat to his re-election, acknowledging that if everyone was allowed to fairly participate, he’d lose. Trump takes fake news to another level. Klobuchar announces she’s no longer seeking to be Biden’s VP pick to make room for a woman of color. AOC just released a new ad and it’s awesome. 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.

S03 E1212020-06-22

June 22, 2020Trump’s big comeback rally didn’t go as planned, with over half of expected attendees not showing up. Trump is NOT ANGRY about the low turnout at his rally, in fact he’s TOTALLY FINE OK?! Youths to the rescue as K-pop stans and Tik Tokers troll Trump and buy out tons of tickets to this weekend’s rally. Trump is very good at drinking water & the GOP couldn’t be happier to have such an alpha male as their leader. A Trump fan claims he’s not worried about contracting Covid-19 because he could just take hydroxychloroquine if he did. Another Trump fan claims she’d only stop supporting Trump if he committed adultery --but also, not really. The number of confirmed Covid-19 cases is still increasing nationwide, but Trump hasn’t changed his mind about reducing testing altogether. Trump fires SDNY Attorney Geoffrey Berman, who has led various investigations into Trump’s inner circle.

S03 E1222020-06-23

June 23, 2020The NYPD Commission claims that the officers who drove their police cars through a crowd of protesters were NOT in violation of their use-of-force policy. Today is election day: is a progressive wave coming? A lady attended a Missouri BLM protest while wielding Confederate flags and telling demonstrators that she will teach her grandkids to hate them. A US soldier is charged after confessing to having helped a satanic neo-Nazi group plot an attack against his own unit. Kayleigh McEnany struggles to defend Trump’s use of the term “Kung Flu” to refer to Covid-19. Trump throws McEnany under the bus by doubling down on his idea to “slow down” Covid testing after she had spent all day claiming he had said it “in jest.” A MAGA megachurch that will be hosting Trump’s Phoenix rally claims to have installed a “system” that “kills” Covid-19. Nina Turner LIVE on the ongoing battle over who will chair the CA delegation to the upcoming DNC and her new podcast, Hello Somebody.

S03 E1232020-06-24

June 24, 2020A number of states move to impose a 14-day quarantine on travelers from Covid-19 hotspots. Bowman defeats Engel. AOC easily defeated her challenger “MCC” yesterday, winning w/ over 70% of the vote. Trump hasn’t been “joking” when it comes to significantly scaling back pandemic prevention measures. Trump won’t stop saying “K-Flu” & Kellyanne Conway is struggling to flip the script after having already condemned the term repeatedly. At Trump’s rally in Phoenix yesterday, very few attendees were seen wearing a mask. A TPUSA speaker at Trump’s rally said ‘Aunt Jemima,’ whose real name is Nancy Green, was “the picture of the American dream” --disregarding the offensive depiction of Green, as well as the racist history behind the name “Aunt Jemima.” Brian Kilmeade is very confused about bears in general, but what he does know is that he absolutely HATES pandas. Michael Starr Hopkins LIVE on The John Lewis Bridge Project and why Edmund Pettus Bridge in Alabama must be renamed ASAP.

S03 E1242020-06-25

June 25, 2020Trump refuses to follow NJ’s quarantine order, with the WH arguing that he’s above the law and “not a civilian.” Although testing is steadily decreasing, Covid-19 cases continue to spike across the country. NYC reports NO protest-related upticks in Covid-19. A Federal Appeals court rules that ALL charges against Michael Flynn must immediately be dropped, no questions asked. Facial recognition software led to the false arrest of an innocent black man because surprise surprise: even police technology is racist. The China-US trade “war” is revived as Trump extends farmer bailout money to the lobster industry. Gary Chambers LIVE on the viral video of him slamming a school board member for online shopping during a community meeting about racism. Will Jawando LIVE on what it’s like to be a black lawmaker amidst nationwide calls to #DefundThePolice.

S03 E1252020-06-26

June 26, 2020Instagram influencers won't stop spreading crazy misinformation about Covid-19. The Trump Admin. asks SCOTUS to strike down the ACA, a move which would leave as many as 23 million Americans without health insurance. Trump held a “town hall” on Fox News yesterday and although the questions were softballs to say the least, he still very much struggled to string together coherent thoughts. It seems like Trump might be dragging the entire GOP down with him. Tucker Carlson loses it completely, claiming all protesters should be charged as “domestic terrorists,” and “put in shackles.” 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. Elie Mystal LIVE on why a few weeks of protests will never be enough to actually reform the police and what we need to do to keep that same energy up for years to come.

S03 E1262020-06-29

June 29, 2020Trump retweets a video of a MAGA head shouting “White Power,” but then deletes it. Kayleigh McEnany claims Trump “did not hear that phrase” before retweeting it, but that he “stands for” the people in the video and is happy to see their “tremendous enthusiasm.” Trump really wants us to believe that the pandemic is over and doesn’t care how many lives he puts at risk while doing so. Siberia is experiencing an abnormally high number of forest fires as temperatures in the Arctic continue to surge. Kayleigh McEnany tries to gaslight you about Trump repealing the ACA, attempting to blame the Democrats for taking coverage away from millions amidst a global pandemic. Fox News’ take on BLM is all over the place but one thing is clear: they’re using demands for equality as fuel for their racist “culture war” narrative. Judd Legum LIVE on the dirty secret behind Ben Shapiro’s success on Facebook.

S03 E1272020-06-30

June 30, 2020Establishment candidate Amy McGrath narrowly defeats progressive Charles Booker in the KY Senate primary. Trump has allegedly come to the realization that he might very well lose the general election. As most states still struggle to contain the spread of Covid-19 after having re-opened, Arizona is issuing a new shutdown order altogether. Even McConnell, Pence and Fox News hosts think wearing a mask is the right thing to do. Kayleigh McEnany came out to defend Trump’s refusal to do so, arguing that he thinks it should be a “personal choice.” Don Jr. doesn’t really know where he stands on masks, arguing that they’re important but not wearing one himself. A new strain of flu that has the potential to become a pandemic has been identified in China. Susan Collins pretends she had no idea Kavanaugh would be so anti-choice. Alex Emmons LIVE on progressives’ plan to push big cuts to defense spending soon --as long as Democrats are able to beat Trump on messaging.

S03 E1282020-07-01

July 1, 2020Fox News fires Ed Henry following a sexual misconduct allegation by a former network staffer. D&D moves away from the concept of “innately evil races.” Tlaib’s to pass a $22.5 billion infrastructure bill that would replace lead infested pipes all over the nation. The right-wing believes that Covid-19 is a political stunt. Throwback to Brett’s Garbage Person a few weeks back, who’s popped back up again to argue that wearing masks is an act of “slavery.” Red states are being ravaged by Covid-19 & the GOP & right-wing media figures are being the worst about it. MI Gov. signs bill changing the state’s flag. Trump refuses to read any intelligence reports. Breaking News: the Trump Admin. believe that conservatice Justice Thomas is most likely to retire this year, potentially opening up a new seat on the SCOTUS. Nayyera Haq on why Stacey Abrams’ shouldn’t be attacked just for being ambitious, & how white people being anti-racist in private spaces can be even more meaningful than in public.

S03 E1292020-07-02

July 2, 2020Jeffrey Epstein’s ex & confidante, Ghislaine Maxwell, is finally arrested. US Covid-19 cases reach a new record, despite Trump saying the virus is going to “sort of, just disappear.” Aides in Trump’s inner circle are divided about his re-election strategy, w/ some arguing he should focus on the pandemic while others push him to concentrate on the economy instead. Service member Vanessa Guillen disappeared from the Fort Hood military base two months ago, & the details we do have about the ongoing investigation are disturbing. Covid-19 outbreaks at US meatpacking plants are purposefully being kept secret, w/ several officials refusing to speak about multiple employees testing positive. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Jason & you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage People of the Week. Lois Beckett on the U.S. military failing to address white supremacy in its own ranks & the way in which many veterans also go on to play a central role in white supremacist organizing.

S03 E1302020-07-06

July 6, 2020Trump’s re-election strategy is all over the place, but the hill he seems ready to die on is passionately defending the use of the Confederate flag, protecting racist statues and more. Kayleigh McEnany comes out to defend Trump’s racist attacks against NASCAR driver Bubba Wallace. Summer Taylor was killed protesting in Seattle Saturday, murdered by a man who drove his car through the demonstration. Broadway actor Nick Cordero passes away due to complications from Covid-19. The right-wing is confused as to how mask-wearing became political, ignoring the fact that it’s literally their own fault entirely. Jeanine Pirro posts a very strange photo of herself, and it’s not just weird because she’s wearing a mask... Fox News cropped Trump out of a picture of him alongside Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. Kanye West announces he is running for president.

S03 E1312020-07-07

July 7, 2020Trump‘s re-election strategy is to bank on Americans becoming “numb to the escalating death toll.” Brian Kilmeade echoed idea that we’re just gonna have to “live w/” Covid-19 & re-open regardless of risks. It doesn’t look like the strategy will work as the GOP hopes, as research indicates that Trump’s approval rating is slipping in areas most affected by Covid-19. Some small businesses received just $1 in pandemic relief loans, while wealthy elite members raked in millions. ICE says intl. students whose universities are moving to online-only teaching in the fall will be banned from entering the country & forced to leave if they’re already here. Vanessa Guillen’s remains have been found & unarguable evidence of foul play has finally been uncovered. District court rules the Dakota Access Pipeline is to be shutdown pending review. Trump won’t stop attacking Bubba Wallace. Ken Klippenstein on Twitter beef w/ Elon Musk & the potential links between the Musk & Jeffrey Epstein.

S03 E1322020-07-08

July 8, 2020A new academic model predicts that if we keep to our current path, the U.S. will experience more than 208k Covid-19 deaths by November 2020. Brian Kilmeade actually pushed back when WH spokesperson Hogan Gidley claimed life is “undoubtedly” better now than it was in 2016. The Trump Admin formally signals the US withdrawal from WHO. Trump wants schools reopened and is threatening to cut funding if he doesn’t get his way. Tucker Carlson not only wants schools to reopen in the fall, he also doesn’t want ANY pandemic-prevention measures to be implemented. SCOTUS upholds the Trump Admin’s decision to allow employers to decide whether or not their employees are given access to birth control coverage. WH Trade Advisor Peter Navarro claims that he simply does not “see race.” Judith Matloff LIVE on her new book, How to Drag a Body and Other Safety Tips You Hope to Never Need, and how being well-prepared can help you manage all of life’s crises, from natural disasters to personal loss and grief.

S03 E1332020-07-09

July 9, 2020SCOTUS rules that Trump can't block the release of his financial records from prosecutors-but documents may still be barred from the public until after the election, at the very least. Angered by the ruling, he tweeted his disdain in all caps. Healthcare workers on the frontlines of the pandemic are still in dire need of PPE; but the WH is claiming concerns over shortages are overblown. The #DefundThePolice movement sparked by George Floyd’s murder & the protests that ensued have had a significant impact on American attitudes surrounding race. The far-right’s latest tactic of ramming their vehicles through crowds of peaceful protesters is becoming increasingly popular, w/ over 50 of these attacks having occurred in just the past few weeks. Debra Messing thought she could win a debate w/ Nina Turner. Ramsey Denison on his latest film Money Machine, which examines the 2017 Vegas mass shooting, exposing the corporate & political corruption that covered up the incident in its aftermath.

S03 E1342020-07-10

July 10, 2020Trump says he “aced” a recent cognitive test and claimed that the doctors were “very surprised.” Trump has been kind of sulky recently, so his aides have been trying to cheer him up with big trucks and video mashups of his “adoring fans.” There might be a second round of stimulus checks --but the GOP is working hard to restrict those eligible to receive the financial aid. Florida has now become one of the biggest Covid-19 hotspots, but that won’t stop GOP Gov. DeSantis from pushing for schools to reopen in the fall. 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. Trauma therapist Ashley McGirt LIVE on how black therapists have been working overtime since George Floyd’s murder by police, the concept of racial trauma and how it so often goes ignored in the field of psychology.

S03 E1352020-07-13

July 13, 2020Trump wore a mask. Trump Admin. are still hell-bent on peddling conspiracy theories about Covid-19 as part of his re-election strategy. GOP takes home the gold medal in mental gymnastics this week as Trump wears a mask & they fall over themselves complimenting him. NYC records no new Covid deaths in 24h for the first time since March, while Florida becomes the world’s latest hotspot. Trump commutes Roger Stone’s sentence. Top Tucker Carlson Tonight writer resigns after being caught racist & sexist on online forums. As Puerto Rico struggled to handle Hurricane Maria’s devastation w/ little to no federal aid, Trump was asking advisors whether the U.S. might be able to “sell” the territory. Kenya Evelyn on how young people of color face an increased risk of contracting Covid-19 & Virginia passing the Crown Act, a law intended to protect Black Americans from hair discrimination. Chuck Rocha on Biden vs. Trump, the importance of the Latino vote & his experience as Senior Advisor to Bernie.

S03 E1362020-07-14

July 14, 2020The Trump re-election strategy and current WH position when it comes to dealing with historic unemployment is for you to go and “find something new.” Dr. Fauci has started to speak out against the WH, pointing out its obvious failures in tackling Covid-19 --and Trump and his team are not happy about it at all. The first federal execution in 17 years was carried out in Indiana this morning after a 5-4 SCOTUS decision cleared the way. Tucker Carlson is being sent on the classic Fox-News-host-post-scandal “vacation” after one of his top writers resigned for being racist and sexist online. Tucker Carlson can’t quite make his mind up about masks. Exclusive: is the US military using Twitch as a newfound means of recruitment? Mario Alejandro Ariza LIVE on his new book Disposable City, which examines Miami’s present and future as the reality of the climate crisis looms over the city.

S03 E1372020-07-15

July 15, 2020The Trump Admin. is now taking full control over Covid-19 data, ensuring all information used to track the pandemic is withheld from the public and stripping the CDC of its most basic responsibility. Trump’s interview with CBS news yesterday featured him claiming we’re over-testing for Covid-19, attacking BLM and defending the use of the confederate flag. Biden has released a new, more ambitious climate plan --but does it go far enough? Geraldo Rivera is, for some reason, defending Ghislaine Maxwell. Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt was vocal in supporting Trump’s Tulsa rally a few weeks ago… and surprise, surprise: after attending the event, he’s now tested positive for Covid-19.

S03 E1382020-07-16

July 16, 2020GOP’s debate over masks is in full swing, as GA Gov. Brian Kemp suspends mask mandates in the state, fmr. WH Dr. Ronny Jackson claims he doesn’t wear masks “that often,” & Brian Kilmeade is confused at why masks even exist. How to deal w/ bad faith actors in politics? The right-wing is pushing the narrative that kids are “immune” to Covid, despite no data existing to back that up. Woman who refused to wear a mask at Starbucks claims she deserves half of the 100k her barista raised for refusing to serve her. Trump dumps campaign manager Brad Parscale & replaces w/ aide Bill Stepien. Advanced Covert Technology is selling Inspector-Gadget-like spy equipment to law enforcement. Bari Weiss resigns & no one cares. New anti-Trump ad highlights the President’s… weaknesses. Rep. Ro Khanna on co-chairing the CA delegation at the upcoming DNC, second stimulus package that’s possibly in the works, as well as Trump forcing schools to reopen in the fall & seizing control over all Covid-related data.

S03 E1392020-07-17

July 17, 2020Trump has deployed federal officers to Portland to crack down on BLM protesters & videos depicting the violence show a terrifying abuse of executive power. SCOTUS rules in favor of disenfranchising felons as the general election approaches. RBG announces a recurrence of cancer but says she is undergoing treatment & 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 & you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage People of the Week. David Dayen on his new book, Monopolized: Life in the Age of Corporate Power, in which he examines the pivotal effect of corporate monopolies & offers ideas on how we can fight back against them.

S03 E1402020-07-20

July 20, 2020Civil Rights icon Rep. John Lewis passed away on Friday at 80 years old. Trump’s interview with Chris Wallace was a mess, featuring Trump pretending that Covid-19 is a case of the “sniffles,” claiming that masks “cause problems too,” and insisting that the cognitive test he passed was “very hard.” Portland protesters are being attacked and kidnapped by unmarked federal officers --and Trump wants to deploy these forces in other major U.S. cities too. Federal Judge Esther Salas was attacked last night in a deadly shooting at her home that resulted in her son being murdered and her husband being critically wounded. Trump is still sad so his aides are trying to cheer him up in the best way they know how… Trucks! Big, heavy, trucks! John Jackson LIVE on the Schott Foundation’s Loving Cities index and how we can dismantle systemic racism and build loving, caring systems.

S03 E1412020-07-21

July 21, 2020A tribute to Michael Brooks, host of The Michael Brooks Show and The Majority Report, as well as a close friend of the TYT Network, who passed away yesterday. Fox News and hosts Ed Henry, Sean Hannity, Tucker Carlson and more are being sued for workplace harassment. As the lawsuit is made public, Carlson’s “pre-planned” vacation following his head writer’s resignation for being a white supremacist online now doesn’t seem so “pre-planned.” AOC will introduce legislation requiring federal law enforcement officials to clearly identify themselves. AOC was accosted by GOP Rep. Yoho, who was overheard calling her “disgusting.” More information is uncovered about the attack on Judge Salas’ home.

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July 22, 2020Trump’s insane press conferences are back, but this time with a twist. Kellyanne Conway pretends Trump has always been pro-mask. The media fawns over Trump’s “change of tone” when it comes to Covid-19, ignoring how he’s gone back and forth about the seriousness of the pandemic since its very inception. Trump’s links to Jeffrey Epstein are even more suspicious as he wishes “well” to Ghislaine Maxwell. Geraldo Rivera seems to really want to defend Ghislaine Maxwell as well. The DHS Sec. defends the “pro-active” arrests and significant abuse of power against Portland protesters. Sen. Tom Cotton and Sean Hannity have...opinions about what’s going on in Portland. GOP Rep. Ted Yoho refuses to apologize to AOC. Ihssane Leckey LIVE on bringing progressive priorities to MA-4 and how she plans to take over Rep. Kennedy III’s previous seat.

S03 E1432020-07-23

July 23, 2020Trump brags about remembering 5 words IN ORDER. As secret police continue to terrorize Portland, Trump announces he will send more federal forces to cities across America. Trump again tries to weaponize the census. Dr. Fauci’s Senate testimony debunked a whole bunch of Trump’s favorite lies about Covid-19. Trump’s record on masks has been inconsistent to say the least --but Kellyanne Conway doesn’t seem to think so. Joni Ernst says she would vote to confirm a lame-duck SCOTUS judge --even if Trump loses. AOC does not accept Rep. Yoho’s fake apology for accosting her on the Capitol steps, but she does thank him for being a perfect example of modern-day misogyny. With the $600 per-week added unemployment benefits due to expire, Congress considers a measly $100 weekly benefit for struggling Americans. Bob The Drag Queen LIVE on intersectional activism, the importance of the Black Queer experience, and her new HBO show, We’re Here.

S03 E1442020-07-24

July 24, 2020In a press conference about Covid-19 yesterday, Trump ignored the severity of the pandemic yet again --despite the fact that more than 1000 deaths a day were reported for the 3rd day in a row. COVID-19 continues to cripple healthcare systems across America. The Cook Political Report forecasts clearer skies for Democratic candidates across the US --but Trump crony Hogan Didley claims all polling that doesn’t show Trump winning is “fake” anyway. Trump wants to deploy unmarked federal law enforcement officers nationwide, seeing Portland as a model for other states. 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. Professor Juliet Schor explains how the sharing economy can be made more equitable.

S03 E1452020-07-27

July 27, 2020GOP Senator Tom Cotton clams up on Fox & Friends after being asked about his comments calling slavery a “necessary evil”. Millions of renters across the country are under threat of losing their homes as the federal moratorium on eviction expires. While Texas is ravaged by COVID-19, Ted Cruz goes on CBS to remind his future waiters that he believes workers don’t deserve a continuation of the extra $600 a week unemployment benefits. The manager was rightfully called in at a Walmart in Minnesota after a couple wore Nazi flags over their faces to protest the state’s mask order. Melania has decided to do her part during these difficult times by...revamping the White House rose garden. Baseball’s big return has struck out after a COVID-19 breakout hit 14 players and coaches on the Miami Marlins. Reporter and podcast host Terrell Starr speaks to John about his new podcast Black Diplomats.

S03 E1462020-07-28

July 28, 2020As eviction moratoriums are lifted nationwide, Black & Latino households are at higher risk of losing their homes. Trump’s new favorite doctor, Stella Immanuel, is a pediatrician & religious minister who spews COVID-19 conspiracies & once claimed the Disney Channel show Hannah Montana was a “gateway to evil”. An hour before Dr. Fauci threw out the first pitch at the Yankees season opener, Trump falsely claimed on Twitter that he had been asked to do so. Yankee officials called foul. On Monday the DNC Platform Committee rejected several proposed amendments. Fort Hood still hasn't taken repsonsibilioty for the violent murder of Vanessa Guillén. GOP Senate Candidate David Perdue has released a blatantly anti-semitic advertisement depicting his opponent Jon Ossoff w/ an enlarged nose. A new ad highlights the administration’s utter failure to stop the spread of the virus in Texas. Professor Jonathan Metzl talks about his new piece, “Trump’s Pandemic Attack on the Affordable Care Act”.

S03 E1472020-07-29

July 29, 20201,144 COVID deaths were reported yesterday as Trump’s approval continues to fall far below that of Dr. Fauci & Dr. Birx. After refusing to wear a mask during a house judiciary hearing, Louie Gohmert’s tested positive for COVID. A German study has found that COVID can cause serious heart damage even in relatively young COVID patients. While schools around the country consider how to reopen safely, a South Korean study found that middle & high school kids are just as likely to infect others w/ the virus as adults. A Pew Research study has found that less-educated Americans are more likely to find truth in COVID conspiracy theories. NYC has become the latest city to see Federal Law Enforcement Officers trample on citizen’s civil liberties. AOC has introduced a pair of amendments that would bar the US military from using funding to maintain a recruiting presence in US public schools or on streaming platforms like Twitch. Charles Booker discusses his new organization, Hood to the Holler.

S03 E1482020-07-30

July 30, 2020President Trump floats the idea of delaying the election, despite not having the authority to do so. Former presidential candidate Herman Cain has died after contracting Coronavirus. Louie Gohmert hasn’t let COVID-19 stop him from being terrible. It’s been a mixed news week for those living the “Suburban Lifestyle Dream”, as Trump overrides an Obama-era fair housing rule, and AOC immediately introduces a pair of amendments blocking the rollback. Republicans in Congress are willing to leave millions uncounted in this year’s census, rushing to meet this year’s October deadline. Manny Fidel explains how Fox News uses White Supremacist rhetoric. Fred Guttenberg discusses the new documentary, “Parkland Rising”.

S03 E1492020-07-31

July 31, 2020Donald Trump’s new love of masks may stem from COVID-19 hitting Republican-lead states, or “our people”, as a senior administration official called them. Trump’s campaign has been forced to rethink their messaging strategy as Biden’s March tweets remind voters the kind of tweets a president should have been sending out back at the beginning of the pandemic. Despite being a mail-in voter himself, Trump doubles down on discrediting the practice. Ted Cruz puts on his human suit to talk about masks. 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.

S03 E1502020-08-03

August 3, 2020Just one day after Trump floated the idea of postponing the November election, the White House condemned Hong Kong’s decision to do so. White House officials refuse to say if Donald Trump will accept the results of the election. Steve Mnuchin and Larry Kudlow continue to misunderstand the purpose of added unemployment benefits. A new study out of Yale shows that those receiving added benefits returned to work at similar rates as those not receiving benefits. Nancy Pelosi and Donald Trump go after Dr. Deborah Birx as COVID-19 cases rise across the country. After previously calling the use of masks “dehumanizing”, Judge Jeanine Pirro is all-in on mask wearing. The GOP considers the future of their party post-Trump. AOC’s effort to ban military recruitment on sites like Twitch continues to gather steam. Lizz Winstead talks about her organization, Abortion Access Front.

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August 4, 2020Donald Trump BRINGS THE CHARTS to his insane interview with Axios. The source of a huge explosion in Beirut is under investigation. Police in Aurora, Colorado have been forced to apologize after handcuffing and drawing their weapons on a woman with her young daughter and nieces. A new ad highlights Trump’s horrible treatment of female journalists. Max Burns discusses Trump’s efforts to meddle in the 2020 election.

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August 5, 2020Justice Democrat Cori Bush becomes the latest progressive to pull off a primary victory. Reports of Rashida Tlaib’s demise have proven to be greatly exaggerated. Despite being a mail-in-voter himself, Trump continues his attack on the practice in an interview with Fox & Friends. Democrats in Congress continue to negotiate with Republicans and the White House over increased unemployment and moratoriums on evictions. In some entirely unsurprising news, a new book has revealed Jeffrey Epstein was a member of Mar-A-Lago. As the race for a Coronavirus vaccine intensifies, former Fox host Jeanine Pirro makes it very clear her love of masks does not extend to a potential vaccine. Dave Levinthal discusses why Trump’s top donor in 2016 has decided not to support his reelection. Habib Buttah joins us from Lebanon to report on the current situation in Beirut.

S03 E1532020-08-06

August 6, 2020As of this morning, nearly 5 million people in the US have tested positive for COVID-19. A new poll shows that roughly 50% of white voters would vote to re-elect Trump if the election was held today. Donald Trump claims to have done more for the Black community than any President since Lincoln. Meanwhile on Fox, Trump’s lawyer Rudy Giuliani calls Black Lives Matter a “domestic terrorist group”. New research shows that Americans in the lowest quintile of income have suffered 3 times as many job losses as those who make the highest incomes. Dr. Bandy Lee shares her thoughts on Trump’s cognitive test. Ken Klippenstein joins to discuss his latest piece for The Nation.

S03 E1542020-08-07

August 7, 2020Donald “Two Corinthians” Trump attacks lifelong Catholic Joe Biden calling him, “against god”. Larry Kudlow’s past comments on COVID-19’s potential effect on the economy come back to haunt him. Right wing media continue their ill-fated campaign to portray Biden as the president of ANTIFA. Trump seizes on Biden’s latest gaffe about diversity in the Black community. 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. Jason Harrow discusses age discrimination in vote-by-mail.

S03 E1552020-08-10

August 10, 2020Trump signs an executive order slashing unemployment benefits by $200 and forcing cash-strapped states to pick up 25% of the tab. Larry Kudlow has no idea what’s actually in the order. The White House’s 2020 budget proposal aims to cut spending on Medicaid, Social Security, and Medicare. Trump takes credit for Veterans Choice legislation signed by President Obama. New reports reveal social media companies have been giving preferential treatment to prominent conservative accounts. Joe Biden’s VP selection is winding down and heating up. Fox News parrots Donald Trump’s misinformation regarding kids contracting Covid. Peppermint joins to discuss Trans activism and the Black queer experience.

S03 E1562020-08-11

August 11, 2020As of Monday, over 163,000 Americans have died from COVID-19. Kayleigh McEnany insists Donald Trump’s executive orders are nothing like the ones Trump criticized Obama for signing. Communities across the country are at risk of being misrepresented in this year’s census. The Trump administration is expected to lift Obama-era restrictions on the release of Methane. Republicans freak out over reports that the Big 10 is likely to cancel their fall football season. The “cool kids philosopher”, Ben Shapiro, inexplicably performs WAP to make a point about feminism??? Anti-mask crusaders continue to harass essential workers across the country. Cathy Kunkel joins to discuss her campaign for WV-02.

S03 E1572020-08-12

August 12, 2020Trump courts the votes of “suburban housewives” by touting his repeal of a housing discrimination rule. Kamala Harris is announced as Joe Biden’s vice presidential pick: reaction ensues. Ilhan Omar becomes the latest progressive to win her primary against an opponent with a sizable cash advantage. David Kim joins to discuss his campaign for California’s 34th congressional seat.

S03 E1582020-08-13

August 13, 2020The Trump administration doubles down on their efforts to sabotage the Postal Service. In comparing the US’s COVID-19 infection rates to other countries, Trump highlights the United States’ abject failure to control the virus. Although he publicly pushed the DOJ to investigate Joe Biden, Rudy Giuliani claims the US would turn into a “banana republic” if a President Biden were to pursue criminal charges against Trump. Trump calls into Fox to call AOC “a poor student” and Kamala Harris “a mad woman”. The DNC has given AOC a generous 60 seconds to speak at the DNC. Andrew Yang has been added to the speaker’s list after outcry. Whoever’s running the late Herman Cain’s twitter account is honoring his memory by tweeting out Biden attack ads. Journalist Jesselyn Cook joins to discuss her new article for The Huffington Post.

S03 E1592020-08-14

August 14, 2020With Americans across the US at risk for hunger, eviction, job loss, and um, CORONAVIRUS(!), the Senate decides to take a vacation. As Trump’s approval rating tanks, a new poll shows the top reason Biden supporters give for voting for him is that he’s not Trump. A new ad from the Biden campaign hits the President hard on his lack of leadership on COVID-19. In Massachusetts, Progressive Senator Ed Markey increases his lead over Democratic Golden Boy Joe Kennedy. TELL YA FATHA! Epic Games, the company that owns Fortnite, is at war with Apple after encouraging users to bypass Apple’s payment system. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Brett and you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage Person of the week. Dolores Huerta joins to discuss what’s at stake this November.

S03 E1602020-08-17

August 17, 2020Trump won’t negotiate a new stimulus deal because in his opinion, “The country’s doing very well right now.” Nancy Pelosi is calling house members back into session over concerns about the Postal Service. The White House is blatantly attempting to delegitimize November’s election. A complaint filed in Texas alleges guards in an El Paso immigrant detention center routinely sexually assaulted and harassed detainees. A new CNN poll shows Joe Biden with a narrow lead over Donald Trump. Could Melania be on #TeamJoe?

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August 18, 2020The first night of the DNC included great speeches from Bernie Sanders and Michelle Obama and some not-so-great speeches from Republicans. Trump repeats his 2016 claim that he will only lose if the election is rigged. At an event honoring Susan B. Anthony, Trump suggests the election might have to be held again if universal mail-in-voting is implemented. Schools across the country are sending kids back home after COVID-19 outbreaks. Jared Kushner sees 170,000 dead Americans as a success. At a rally on Monday, Trump admitted his decision to move the American Embassy in Israel to Jerusalem was, “for the evangelicals”. Tamara Toles O’Laughlin joins to talk about 350.org’s work in the lead up to November’s election. Jackson White discusses his app Politiscope.

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August 19, 2020AOC’s DNC-sanctioned remarks at night two of the convention have been misrepresented by many in the media. After widespread outcry, Postmaster General Louis DeJoy has suspended his campaign to weaken the Post Office. The Trump administration has finalized its plan to open up the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge to oil and gas development. A new USC poll looks at how voters have evolved since 2016. Trump pays tribute to his late brother by talking about himself. Tucker Carlson is triggered by Michelle Obama and Cardi B. Adam Eichen discusses how Congress is bailing out lobbying groups.

S03 E1632020-08-20

August 20, 2020Nancy Pelosi endorses Joe Kennedy in his Senate race against progressive incumbent Ed Markey. Donald Trump FREAKS OUT over Obama’s speech at the DNC. Kamala Harris accepts the vice presidential nomination. Despite the FBI declaring QAnon as a possible domestic terrorism threat, Trump and his family continue to promote QAnon conspiracy tweets. Facebook has announced their plans to regulate QAnon activity on their platforms. Steve Bannon becomes the third of Trump’s former campaign managers to be arrested (and on a boat no less!). At least 20% of American meatpackers may have contracted coronavirus. Trump’s former DHS chief of staff recalls how Trump suggested selling “dirty” Puerto Rico in order to buy Greenland. Congressman Ro Khanna joins to discuss his decision to vote no on the DNC's platform.

S03 E1642020-08-21

August 21, 2020Biden’s speech at the DNC impressed even those at Fox News. Meanwhile at a rally in Pennsylvania, Trump ranted about removing seals to save sharks (?) and complained about the water pressure in the WH showers. A new poll shows a majority of Biden and Trump voters would not change their vote for anything. Steve Bannon could NOT have been more obvious about his crimes if he tried. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Brett, and you (yes,you!) picked as the Garbage Person of the week. Natalia Antonova joins to discuss the situation in Belarus.

S03 E1652020-08-24

August 24, 2020The RNC begins today after the party voted to adopt the same platform it ran on in 2016. Of those scheduled to speak, half are Trumps. Protests have broken out in Wisconsin after footage released by the city of Kenosha shows a Black man being shot in the back by police. Jacob Blake was getting in his car with his 3 sons when officers opened fire. 75% of Republicans think the US is in BETTER condition than it was 4 years ago, with 57% of GOP voters believing that the nearly 180,000 COVID-19 death toll is acceptable. Multiple outlets are reporting that the president is pushing the FDA to approve an unproven British vaccine for release before the election. As her daughter tweets about starting the process of emancipating herself, Kellyanne Conway announces she is leaving the White House to spend more time with her children. Thom Hartmann discusses his new book, The Hidden History of Monopolies.

S03 E1662020-08-25

August 25, 2020Happy Tuesday woketopians! The RNC’s first night kicked off with some truly wild (and LOUD) speeches from Kimberly Guilfoyle and her boyfriend. The criminals who threatened peaceful protestors in St. Louis gave Cori Bush a shoutout. Jacob Blake, the man shot in the back several times by police in Wisconsin, is in serious but stable condition. A new CBS poll shows only 5% of Republicans plan to vote for Joe Biden, a lower number than those GOP voters who supported Obama and Hilary Clinton. Over the weekend, police in Portland decided to step back as far-right groups attacked and intimidated anti-fascism protesters. Varshini Prakash joins to discuss her new book, Winning The Green New Deal.

S03 E1672020-08-26

August 26, 2020Police in Kenosha, WI have confirmed 2 people have died and a third has been injured after being shot during protests. This comes after militia groups called on their members to “take up arms” to defend the city. The second night of the RNC saw violations of CDC guidelines and The Hatch Act. Many news networks have dedicated significantly more airtime to the RNC vs. last week’s DNC. COVID-19 outbreaks are hitting newly reopened schools across the country. Protestors in DC confronted diners outside a restaurant in the Columbia Heights neighborhood. Rashad Robinson and Xander Schultz discuss their new campaign, Defeat By Tweet.

S03 E1682020-08-27

August 27, 2020Excuses are already being made for the 17-year-old arrested for first-degree murder in Kenosha. Mike Pence spoke to yet another unmasked crowd at night 3 of the RNC. Multiple sports leagues have postponed games after the Milwaukee Bucks refused to play their matchup in solidarity with Jacob Blake. The CDC has modified its guidelines to no longer recommend those who may have been exposed to the virus but are not yet showing symptoms be tested. Hurricane Laura has made landfall in Texas and Louisiana. Elie Mystal discusses his new article, “Could Wonder Woman Save Us From Covid-19?”.

S03 E1692020-08-28

August 28, 2020Trump closes the RNC on federal property with an hour-long speech in front of hundreds of maskless fans. Nancy Pelosi isn’t doing Joe Biden any favors by suggesting there should be no presidential debates. “Clean” comedian Jim Gaffigan explicitly denounces Trump on Twitter. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Brett and you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage Person of the week. Donna Imam discusses her race for TX-31.

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August 31, 2020Actor Chadwick Boseman has passed away at the age of 43 after a private battle with colon cancer. The President spent his weekend tweeting his support for Trump fans contributing to violence in Portland. Twitter has labeled a video tweeted out by House Minority Leader Steve Scalise as “manipulated media”. The video Scalise posted shows a conversation with Joe Biden and activist Ady Barkan, whose voice has been doctored to suggest Joe Biden supports defunding the police. One of Trump’s top medical advisors is pushing a “herd immunity” strategy to combat the pandemic. The late Herman Cain’s Twitter account has shared an article with disputed claims regarding the deadliness of coronavirus. An anti-masker at an Alaska Walmart threw a tantrum of biblical proportions. Alastair Gee discusses his latest article for The Guardian.

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September 1, 2020Trump refuses to denounce Kyle Rittenhouse, the 17-year-old charged with the shooting death of two in Kenosha. In a wild interview with Fox’s Laura Ingraham, the President takes issue with the BRANDING of Black Lives Matter, promotes Antifa conspiracy theories and endorses a herd immunity strategy to combat COVID-19. Joe Biden asks, “Do I look like a radical socialist?”. Dave Levinthal joins to discuss his latest work for Business Insider.

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September 2, 2020During his visit to Kenosha, Trump hosted a roundtable event where he urged attendees to take their masks off, refused to acknowledge widespread police violence, and used the word “choke”...a lot. Ed Markey has won his primary in Massachusetts, fending off a challenge from Congressman Joe Kennedy III. The rollout of funds from Trump’s August executive action has been slow to reach those in need. A new poll finds 50% of Americans are worried an unexpected health event could result in bankruptcy. Nancy Pelosi is caught violating San Francisco’s COVID-19 rules during a trip to a salon. A new book reveals previously unknown details about Trump’s visit to Walter Reed last September. Lindsey Ellefson discusses her latest work for TheWrap.

S03 E1732020-09-03

September 3, 2020Trump encourages voters in South Carolina to vote twice in order to test the state’s anti-fraud efforts. Attorney General William Barr doesn’t believe systemic racism exists in the American justice system. CDC Director Robert Redfield has asked governors and state health departments to waive requirements that would potentially slow the release of a COVID-19 vaccine. Facebook announced it will bar political ads on the platform in the week leading up to the election. 33% of Republicans believe the QAnon theory is mostly true, with another 23% believing at least some parts of the conspiracy.

S03 E1742020-09-04

September 4, 2020A bombshell new story in The Atlantic reveals Trump’s utter disrespect for American POWs and Service Members, who the president refers to as “losers" and “suckers”. As more sources come forward confirming the report, The White House denies everything. Two men have been charged with illegal possession of firearms in Wisconsin after traveling from Missouri to Kenosha to “pick people off.”. A new poll shows 44% of Americans believe it will take 6 months or more for things to get back to normal. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Brett and you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage Person of the week. Kimberly Ambler-Jones discusses Justice for Javier.

S03 E1752020-09-08

September 8, 2020In a new book out today, Michael Cohen recounts years of racist and sexist incidents he witnessed as Trump’s former lawyer and “fixer”. The Trump White House continues to play defense after last week’s bombshell Atlantic article. Yet another “Gender Reveal” party has ended in a disastrous wildfire. A new report from the University of Washington predicts US deaths from COVID-19 will reach 410,000 by the end of 2020. Cardi B fires back after Candace Owens calls her “illiterate” during an interview with Ben Shapiro.

S03 E1762020-09-09

September 9, 2020In an unprecedented move, The Department of Justice has requested to defend the President in a defamation suit brought by E. Jean Carroll, who has accused Trump of rape. After protestors called for action in reaction to the death of Daniel Prude, Rochester Police Chief La’Ron Singletary has announced he will retire. With no evidence, Fox News continues to stoke fears of election fraud by Democrats. Meanwhile on Fox Business Network, Brian Kilmeade compares peaceful protestors to Al Qaeda. A closer look at coverage of progressives shows outlets routinely emphasize drama over facts.

S03 E1772020-09-10

September 10, 2020A new book by Bob Woodward reveals Trump purposefully downplayed the threat of the coronavirus. The president has added GOP Senators Ted Cruz and Tom Cotton to his list of possible Supreme Court nominees. At least 8 people have died as a result of raging wildfires on the West Coast. A former DHS official has filed a whistleblower complaint alleging he was told to stop reporting on Russian election meddling because it “made Trump look bad.” A new Trump ad attacks Joe Biden’s supporters.

S03 E1782020-09-11

September 11, 2020The NFL season opened with a touching display of unity between players and staff...and disrespectful boos from fans. Trump defends his comments to Bob Woodward by claiming he was “showing strength” and continuing to repeat misinformation about how the US fares in comparison to other countries. Meghan McCain claims Democrats and the Media are just as responsible as Trump for lying about COVID-19. Senate Republicans failed to pass their “skinny” coronavirus relief bill Thursday, falling 8 votes short of the 60 votes needed. Three federal judges in NY have ruled that Donald Trump’s order excluding undocumented immigrants from the census count is unlawful. Donald Trump Jr. gives the Kenosha shooter a pass. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who Brett, Ben, and you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage Person of the week.

S03 E1792020-09-14

September 14, 2020Over the weekend, nearly 6,000 unmasked Trump supporters crammed into an indoor campaign rally in Nevada, violating the state’s emergency directives. During an interview with Jeanine Pirro, Trump voiced his approval of the U.S. marshals who fatally shot an unarmed man suspected of killing a Trump supporter. At least 35 people have died in the fires that continue to engulf large parts of California, Oregon, and Washington state. The Trump labour department has fined a meatpacking plant a measly $15,615 after it failed to protect its workers from COVID. Bernie Sanders urges the Biden campaign to embrace policies popular with younger liberals.

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September 15, 2020An anti-mask rally in Utah brought together a variety of insane COVID-19 conspiracies. A new study reveals the earth is on track to hit a warming threshold not seen in over 34 million years. A Facebook post made by Louisiana congressman Clay Higgins has been removed after Higgins threatened to “eliminate the threat” of Black militia groups. A whistleblower at an ICE detention facility has accused doctors underreporting cases of COVID-19. Federal authorities are investigating the death of Ronald Greene, a Black man who died in police custody last year. Jason Stanley discusses how Republicans used fascist rhetoric at the RNC.

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September 16, 2020At an ABC town hall, Trump struggles to answer questions from voters and claims coronavirus will go away on its own. On Fox, Laura Ingraham calls the whole affair an DNC orchestrated “ambush”. ICE Whistleblower Dawn Wooten speaks to Chris Hayes about the unnecessary hysterectomies she witnessed at a facility in Georgia. Anti-maskers in Florida invade a Target, calling for patrons to “take it off!”

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September 17, 2020Attorney General Bill Barr calls coronavirus lockdowns the “‘greatest intrusion on civil liberties’ since slavery.” CDC Director Robert Redfield testifies in front of the Senate about the importance of masks and a likely vaccine timeline. Almost immediately, Trump goes to the press room to dispute Dr. Redfield’s testimony. Top Democrats are privately urging the Biden campaign to consider physical canvassing efforts. Earlier this summer, military police considered using a “heat ray” to disperse protestors in D.C. A new ad from Meidas Touch highlights how #TrumpLied200kDied. In an appearance on CNN, Samantha Cohen calls “creepy” comments Trump made about her when she was 15. Nicki Blake Chafetz joins to discuss police brutality.

S03 E1832020-09-18

September 18, 2020Despite not having jurisdiction over school curriculum, Trump announces the creation of the 1776 Commission to promote “patriotic education”. A judge in Washington State has ruled that the changes to the Post Office brought by Postmaster DeJoy constitute “an intentional effort on the part of the current Administration to disrupt and challenge the legitimacy of upcoming local, state, and federal elections.” A former Pence aide and member of the Coronavirus task force has said she will vote for Joe Biden. The NYT reports CDC testing guidelines saying people without symptoms don’t need to get tested for COVID-19 was published against scientists’ objections. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Brett and you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage Person of the week.Norma Mendoza Denton discusses her new book, Language in the Trump Era: Scandals and Emergencies.

S03 E1842020-09-21

September 21, 2020Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg has died at age 87. Despite blocking President Obama’s Supreme Court nominee in an election year, Senate majority leader Mitch McConnell vowed in a statement on Friday night that “President Trump’s nominee will receive a vote on the floor of the United States Senate". As two Republicans come out against confirming a nominee before the election, Democrats say no option is off the table in their fight to block Trump. During a rally in Minnesota, Trump launches attacks on Congresswoman of color and praises the “good genes” of people in Minnesota. A new Biden ad hopes to sway voters with the promise of never hearing from Trump again. Angelica Duenas discusses her campaign for CA-29th.

S03 E1852020-09-22

September 22, 2020Senator Mitt Romney has announced he will support a vote on Trump’s Supreme Court Nominee. U.S. Covid-19 deaths surpass 200,000. The CDC has removed information from its website that confirms Coronavirus spreads through airborne transmission. Florida Governor and Trump devotee Ron DeSantis has introduced legislation targeting protestors and cities that “defund the police.” AOC hits back at GOP Candidate and former QANON loyalist Marjorie Taylor Greene after Greene tweeted that AOC “...put an end to all ‘dumb blonde’ jokes.” New reporting from The Washington Post reveals that shortly after Congress passed the Cares Act, the Pentagon began directing pandemic-related money to defense contractors. Jeremy Logan joins to discuss his arrest by unidentified police in Spokane, WA.

S03 E1862020-09-23

September 23, 2020The Pennsylvania Supreme Court rules that mail-in ballots cannot be counted if they are not returned in the proper envelope. In a state where Trump won by a margin of only 44,292 votes, the new rule could cause more than 100,000 mail-in votes to be rejected. Congresswoman Ilhan Omar responds to the President after he attacked her during yet another rally. A bombshell report from the Washington Post reveals Trump’s racist and anti-semitic comments. Former Florida AG Pam Bondi goes on Hannity to defend Kenosha killer Kyle Rittenhouse. A new ad from Meidas Touch highlights Kayleigh McEnany’s lies on Coronavirus. Floreo CEO Vijay Ravindran joins to discuss his work to deliver VR therapy to those with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

S03 E1872020-09-24

September 24, 2020Trump refuses to commit to a peaceful transfer of power after the election. New reporting details how the Trump campaign is actively preparing to steal the election. Protests have broken out in Louisville over the decision not to charge any officers over the killing of Breonna Taylor. A study by CitiGroup shows America could have been $16 trillion richer if not for inequities between Black and White Americans. A resolution honoring the death of RBG has failed in the Senate after Ted Cruz objected to a line about her dying wish.

S03 E1882020-09-25

September 25, 2020Polls out from Fox showing Biden leading put the President on the defensive. Senator Cory Booker’s only plan to stop the Republicans from appointing a Supreme Court Justice is to, “appeal to the GOP's sense of decency”. Congressman Ro Khanna proposes 18 year term limits for Supreme Court Justices. A new poll has Biden leading Trump by double digits with seniors, a cohort no Democrat has won in 2 decades. A Seattle police officer has been put on leave after running over an injured protestor with his bike. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Brett and you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage Person of the week.

S03 E1892020-09-28

September 28, 2020New reporting by The New York Times reveals Donald Trump paid a measly $750 in federal income taxes the year he won the presidency. Tax documents obtained by The Times show a pattern of Trump declaring high losses to avoid paying any taxes. As the political world reacts, the President freaks out on Twitter. Conservative favorite Amy Coney Barrett has been named as President Trump’s 3rd Supreme Court Nominee. If confirmed, Barrett would likely strip healthcare protections brought by the ACA. Early voting data suggests Democrats are turning out in bigger numbers than their Republican counterparts.

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September 29, 2020White House Deputy Press Secretary Brian Morgenstern short circuits defending Trump’s taxes on CNN. A judge in Kentucky has ordered the release of grand jury recordings in the Breonna Taylor case. Data obtained by Channel 4 news shows the Trump 2016 campaign compiled files on nearly 200 million American voters. Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross has vowed to defy a judge's order to continue the Census through the end of October. The USPS has admitted to an “inexplicable error’ in updating 1.8 million changes of address. Registered Independent Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has endorsed Joe Biden for president.

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September 30, 2020During a dumpster fire of a debate last night, Donald Trump told extremist group the Proud Boys to, “stand by and stand back.” White Supremacist groups celebrate the president’s refusal to condemn their ideology. Biden goes out of his way to remind viewers how UNprogressive he is. Polls show viewers found Trump’s behavior “crackhead” like. Former aides to the President reveal he privately mocks his Christian supporters. Trump Max Burns joins to discuss the coronavirus Senate hearings.

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October 1, 2020After Tuesday’s disaster, the Commission on Presidential Debates has announced it will be changing the rules for the next two debates. CNN reports Donald Trump was surprised to hear how badly he did on Tuesday's night. Katie Porter uses her “mighty whiteboard of truth” to eviscerate a pharmaceutical executive over price gouging. An FBI report dated the day of the presidential debate warns of a “violent extremist threat” posed by the far-right militia group the Boogaloos. An internal DHS memo reveals the department’s efforts to portray Kyle Rittenhouse in a sympathetic light. Supreme Court Nominee Amy Coney Barrett has said she will not recuse herself from any cases related to the outcome of the 2020 election. Derek Black discusses his new book, Schoolhouse Burning.

S03 E1932020-10-02

October 2, 2020After months of downplaying the virus, President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump have tested positive for COVID-19. New reporting from The New Yorker reveals Kimberly Guilfoyle left Fox News after an assistant accused her of sexual harassment. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Brett and you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage Person of the week. David Shimer discusses his new book, Rigged: America, Russia, and One Hundred Years of Covert Electoral Interference. Representative Ro Khanna joins to talk about his new bill.

S03 E1942020-10-05

October 5, 2020Conflicting messages have emerged surrounding President Trump’s health as he continues to be treated for Coronavirus. The White House has released some bizarre photos from Walter Reed, purportedly showing Trump hard at work. Kayleigh McEnany has become the latest White House Official to test positive for COVID-19. A new poll conducted after last week’s debate has Joe Biden leading the president by double digits. Jonathan Metzl discusses what Trump’s battle with COVID-19 means for the country.

S03 E1952020-10-06

October 6, 2020The president puts his remaining healthy staff at risk by returning to the White House. After a shaky appearance on the White House Balcony, Fox News rushes to portray the president as strong. Tomi Lahren mocks Biden for wearing a mask because it’s...feminine??? With their candidate down in crucial swing states, the Trump campaign is discussing plans to appoint its own state electors. Kristin Urquiza discusses her work to hold elected officials accountable on COVID-19.

S03 E1962020-10-07

October 7, 2020While being treated on the taxpayers dime, Trump announced he is abandoning talks on Coronavirus stimulus relief. The President goes on a Twitter rampage claiming Democrats want to “SHUT YOUR CHURCHES DOWN”. Stephen Miller becomes the latest Trump official to test positive for Covid-19. The Vice Presidential debate is set to take place with a number of precautions. Cenk makes a BOLD prediction on the upcoming election. California experiences its first “Gigafire”. Parker Molloy joins to talk about her latest work for Media Matters.

S03 E1972020-10-08

October 8, 2020Court documents reveal the FBI thwarted a plot to violently overthrow the government and kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. At last night’s VP debate, Mike Pence evaded questions on a peaceful transfer of power, climate change, and abortion rights. Kamala Harris defended fracking despite previously supporting a ban. On CNN, Rick Santorum interrupted Gloria Borger as she tried to discuss Pence interrupting during the debate. Donald Trump says he won’t participate in the next debate if it’s virtual. Parents and other victims of the school shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High school are being asked to turn over their psychiatric records as part of a lawsuit against the Broward school district.

S03 E1982020-10-09

October 9, 2020Trump coughs and mutes his mic during an appearance on Hannity. Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Congressman Jamie Raskin introduce a bill to form a commission that would rule on the president's fitness for office. Fox announces Trump will undergo a “medical evaluation” during his interview with Tucker Carlson today. Reporting from NBC reveals Trump forced personnel at Walter Reed to sign NDAs after his mysterious visit last year. New polls show Trump’s support is down across the country. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Brett and you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage Person of the week. Jenna Arnold joins to discuss the upcoming election.

S03 E1992020-10-12

October 12, 2020The Senate Judiciary Committee begins hearings in the confirmation of Supreme Court Nominee Amy Coney Barrett. Reporting from The NYT reveals Trump floated RIPPING OPEN HIS SHIRT TO REVEAL A SUPERMAN SHIRT on his departure from Walter Reed. Trump tweets that California and New York are “going to hell.” California's Secretary of State is investigating reports that the CA Republican Party has set up unauthorized ballot drop boxes in several major counties. Ted Cruz voices his concern for a Democratic sweep in November. Climate activist Greta Thunberg endorses Joe Biden for president. Chuck Rocha joins to discuss "Dispatches from the Battleground".

S03 E2002020-10-13

October 13, 2020During day 2 of her confirmation hearings, SC Nominee Amy Coney Barrett evades questions on systematic racism, Trump delaying the election, and Roe v. Wade. An examination of Coney Barrett’s past rulings reveals she upheld the dismissal of a Black employee who sued after being called the n-word at work. Covid-stricken Trump claims he’s “immune” to the virus and threatens to kiss attendees at his mega rally in Florida. A US circuit court filled entirely with Trump appointees has upheld Texas Governor Gregg Abbott's order to limit ballot drop off locations to one per county. Jenny Rickard discusses the college application process in the time of Coronavirus.

S03 E2012020-10-14

October 14, 2020The hearings in the confirmation of SC nominee Amy Coney Barrett continue into their third day. Twitter has suspended numerous accounts for posing as Black Trump supporters. Fresh out of the hospital Trump calls vulnerable seniors “expendable”. The federal prosecutor tasked to review Obama-era "unmasking" efforts has quietly completed his investigation without bringing any charges. Trump’s campaign is defending a new ad containing a misleading edit of Dr. Anthony Fauci. Mitch McConnell laughs maniacally while opponent Amy McGrath calls out his lack of leadership on Covid. Oliver Laughland joins to discuss his recent series for The Guardian.

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October 15, 2020Amid devastating polls, Trump attacks Nancy Pelosi’s mental capacity and calls Gretchen Whitmer a wannabe dictator. Lindsey Graham *jokes* about the “good old days of segregation” during Amy Coney Barrett’s confirmation hearings. Black Senate Candidates seek to diversify one of the whitest institutions in America. Trump supporters aren’t all that excited about a potential 2024 run if the president loses in November. States across the country are reporting rising COVID infection rates. A new ad from the Biden campaign makes a powerful argument for voting. Adam Christensen discusses his race for FL-3.

S03 E2032020-10-16

October 16, 2020Donald Trump refuses to denounce QAnon at his poorly-rated town hall. The President continues to spread misinformation on Twitter. Dianne Feinstein praises Lindsey Graham’s “leadership” during Amy Coney Barrett’s confirmation hearings. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Brett and you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage Person of the week. Dr. Wendy Osefro joins to discuss the #EndSARS movement.

S03 E2042020-10-19

October 19, 2020A NYT investigation finds staffers at The New York Post raised objections to the paper’s publication of an article claiming Joe Biden used his position as VP to enrich his son Hunter. As COVID-19 infections continue to rise, Dr. Fauci sits down with 60 Minutes to discuss Trump’s response. New reporting by The Wall Street Journal reveals Facebook’s 2017 algorithm update intentionally drove traffic away from left-leaning outlets. Mere weeks after a plan to kidnap Governor Gretchen Whitmer was foiled, Trump leads his followers in a chant of “Lock her up!“. The #MyNameIs hashtag takes off in response to the right’s continued mispronunciation of Senator Harris’ name. Reporter Kenya Evelyn joins to discuss the fight for Black voter rights in Florida.

S03 E2052020-10-20

October 20, 2020Data from The NYT shows 72% of likely voters support the passage of a new stimulus package. States across the country are shattering previous early voting records. A new poll asks voters their opinion of QAnon. The Commission on Presidential Debates announced they will mute both Joe Biden and Donald Trump during their debate this Thursday. Trump’s personality test reveals he is a ESTP, whatever that means.

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October 21, 2020

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October 22, 2020New details emerge surrounding Trump’s interview with Lesley Stahl. “America’s Mayor” Rudy Giuliani attempts to explain his unusual appearance in the new Borat movie. Fox & Friends considers how Trump can steer tonight’s debate back to Hunter Biden. The former VP speaks with 60 Minutes about his plans for the Supreme Court. A complaint filed by multiple Human Rights groups alleges US immigration officers tortured Cameroonian asylum seekers. New financial forms show the Trump campaign is badly outgunned by the Biden campaign. Mary Ziegler joins to discuss the Amy Coney Barrett hearings.

S03 E2082020-10-23

October 23, 2020Last night’s debate saw Trump abdicate responsibility for the Coronavirus crisis and claim he’s “the least racist person in the room”. As initial polling shows Biden coming out on top, Trump searches Twitter for good reviews. Video of Rudy Giuliani’s appearance in the new Borat film drops, and it’s disturbing...obviously. Despite visible bruises and bandages, Mitch McConnell says there are “no concerns” regarding his health. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Brett and you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage Person of the week.

S03 E2092020-10-26

October 26, 2020At least 5 aides to Vice President Mike Pence have tested positive for COVID-19. A new ad from Meidas Touch reminds voters of Trump’s failed promises on Healthcare. The president takes to Twitter as Coronavirus numbers continue to spike across the country. Leslie Stahl’s much-hyped interview with Trump finally airs on 60 Minutes. #FakeMelania trends again this weekend after pictures emerge of “Melania” and Trump boarding Marine One in Nashville. John and Francesca break down what’s at stake next Tuesday. David Daley joins to discuss how the GOP keeps cheating its way into power.

S03 E2102020-10-27

October 27, 2020Using hard evidence gathered from Google Trends, Trump and Fox & Friends promote the idea that Americans who have already voted are trying to change their Biden votes to Trump votes. Rather than provide COVID-19 relief, the Senate has confirmed Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court in a near party-line vote. In a move that could disenfranchise voters across the state, the Supreme Court has ruled that ballots in Wisconsin can not be counted if they are not received by 8pm on election day. The White House sends JARED out to recruit Black voters. New reporting shows Wall Street has poured millions of dollars into the campaign of AOC’s Republican challenger. CNN has recovered audio from 2015 in which Press Secretary Kayliegh McEnany describes Joe Biden as "funny and likable" and a "man of the people". Arisha Hatch joins to discuss Color of Change’s work in the run up to the election.

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October 28, 2020As infection rates continue to rise, the White House’s science policy office ranks “ending the Covid-19 pandemic” atop the list of President Donald Trump’s top first-term accomplishments. Hundreds of Trump supporters are left out in the cold at a rally in Nebraska. The number of women alleging misconduct by the ICE “uterus collector” nearly triples. Rudy Giuliani flips out during an interview on Fox. Kim Kardashian comes under fire after posting about her lavish birthday party. Kanye shares his thoughts on the recent Star Wars movies. Dr. Cynthia Miller-Idriss discusses her new book. HATE IN THE HOMELAND: The New Global Far Right.

S03 E2122020-10-29

October 29, 2020With voting rights under threat across the country, Trump insists all ballots be counted by November 3rd. Chuck Todd “both sides” the pandemic. Audio obtained by CNN shows just how dumb Jared Kushner is. Tucker Carlson MISPLACES “incriminating” documents that would harm Joe Biden. New polling shows an extremely tight race between Jon Ossoff and David Perdue in Georgia. Anthony L. Fisher discusses his latest op-ed for Business Insider.

S03 E2132020-10-30

October 30, 2020New polling suggests young people are turning out in record numbers to vote. The Trump administration continues to politicize and undermine efforts to combat climate change. Republicans get triggered by AOC’s Vanity Fair cover. Georgia Senator David Perdue pulls out of the final debate between him and opponent Jon Ossoff. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Brett and you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage Person of the week.

S03 E2142020-11-02

November 2, 2020The FBI is investigating an incident in which Trump supporters swarmed a Biden-Harris campaign bus traveling through Texas. Trump takes to Twitter to praise the participants. Further examination shows a pattern of this kind of tactic among Trump supporters. A new study out of Stanford University determines Trump rallies held during the pandemic have resulted in over 700 deaths. President Trump has reportedly told advisors he will declare victory on Tuesday night before all the votes are counted. Trump supporters chant “Fire Fauci” at a rally in Florida.

S03 E2152020-11-03

November 3, 2020 - Election Day 2020 - Part 1The day has finally come! Gear up with John Iadarola and Ana Kasparian! Democracy is on the brink of collapsing as Trump cronies are guarding the polls. Larry Krasner has a warning for any 'wannabe fascists'. Fox and Friends continue to spoonfeed Trump's easy questions. Kayleigh McEnany seriously thinks Trump will win over Black voters tonight. Donald Trump will most certainly be going to jail if he does not win the election. Deutsche Bank will give Trump the boot after the election.

S03 E2162020-11-03

November 3, 2020 - Election Day 2020 - Part 2Election coverage continues on The Damage Report. Cenk previews competitive races across the country. John and Cenk reveal their election pools.

S03 E2172020-11-04

November 4, 2020As votes continue to be counted, Donald Trump accuses the Democrats of trying to steal the election. Video of Bernie accurately predicting what would happen on election night goes viral. GOP Sources report the President threw a “temper tantrum” after seeing results favoring Joe Biden. A Fox News Poll shows Americans across the country hold progressive values. All members of “the Squad” won reelection last night, with progressives like Jamal Bowman and Cori Bush also picking up wins in their respective races. The Trump campaign files a lawsuit to end the count in Michigan.

S03 E2182020-11-05

November 5, 2020Trump’s election meltdown continues into Day 3. Protests break out in states where voting continues. Republican’s likely hold on the Senate is forcing Joe Biden’s transition team to rethink possible cabinet picks. At least one Senate race in Georgia is going to a run-off. Covid-19 infections reach new highs across the country.

S03 E2192020-11-06

November 6, 2020Joe Biden now leads the president in Georgia and Pennsylvania. As a Biden win becomes more and more likely, Trump loses it on Twitter. A memo obtained by CNN shows Fox News is instructing its anchors not to call Joe Biden the "President-elect" when the network calls the race. Two men in Philadelphia were arrested late Thursday after police received a tip that they were making threats against the center where mail-in votes are being counted. Greta Thunberg gets the last word in her Twitter exchange with the president. Election day saw wins for progressive policies across the country. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Brett and you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage Person of the week.

S03 E2202020-11-09

November 9, 2020In a fitting end to the Trump 2020 campaign, “Borat” star Rudy Giuliani holds a press conference at the Four Seasons Total Landscaping. Trump insiders scramble to raise money for the president’s legal defense. The president spreads election conspiracy theories on Twitter. As yet another Trump official tests positive for COVID-19, president-elect Joe Biden prepares to combat the virus. Trump loyalists react to the news of his loss in bizarre ways. John & Francesca predict what Trump will do in the lame duck session. Chuck Rocha joins to discuss the election.

S03 E2212020-11-10

November 10, 2020Trump continues to insist he can still win. White House officials have instructed federal agencies not to go ahead with transition activities. Tucker Carlson throws a fit after his own network fact checks Kayleigh McEnany. A Daily Show montage highlights Republican hypocrisy. Lindsey Graham warns his party if they don’t fight the results of this election there will “never be another Republican president elected again”. Trump makes history as the only one-term president to be impeached & lose the popular vote. Ken Klippenstein joins to discuss the election results.

S03 E2222020-11-11

November 11, 2020The Trump administration continues to block the transition process. Trump abandons what little governing he was doing prior to the election. Republicans across the country are desperate to find evidence of voter fraud. A new analysis reveals the dangerous effects of Trump’s climate policy. A former GOP County Commissioner inadvertently reveals he’s been posing as a Black Trump supporter on Twitter. Dave Levinthal discusses his latest reporting for Business Insider.

S03 E2232020-11-12

November 12, 2020Ken Klippenstein tricks Rick Grenell into giving a shout out to a war criminal. Amid speculation he plans to start his own conservative news channel, the president attacks Fox News on Twitter. Joe Biden choses Ron Klain to be his chief of staff. Covid-19 infection rates continue to hit new highs. The Biden campaign rolls out their immigration plan. Matt Gaetz very publicly hits on Tiffany Trump. David Cay Johnston joins to discuss the election results.

S03 E2242020-11-13

November 13, 2020Trump considers pardons for a whole roster of terrible people, including himself. The president spreads disproven conspiracy theories about voting machines on Twitter. Rand Paul urges those who have had Covid-19 to “throw away their masks, go to a restaurant.” Not surprisingly, at least 5 people who were aboard the first cruise ship in months have tested positive for Covid. Militia members gather in DC to engage in violence on behalf of Trump. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Brett and you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage Person of the week. John Paul Mejia joins to discuss the future of climate activism.

S03 E2252020-11-16

November 16, 20209 days after the election was called for Joe Biden, Trump CONTINUES to deny reality. The Trump campaign’s baseless lawsuits alleging voter fraud draw reprimand from the judges forced to hear them. Coronavirus cases and deaths are up across the country. After the president tweets his support of OANN, his supporters chant, “Fox News Sucks.” at a MAGA rally in DC. Rep-elect Cori Bush is mistakenly called Breonna Taylor by her Congressional colleagues. Candace Owens gets triggered by men in dresses. Alexandra Rojas joins to discuss how Justice Democrats plans to keep the pressure on Biden.

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November 17, 2020

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November 18, 2020As his campaign shells out the millions needed for a Wisconsin recount, the president zeroes in on Michigan. Rudy Giuliani argues Mickey Mouse could be committing voter fraud in Pennsylvania. Nancy Pelosi secures the nomination to maintain her role as Speaker. Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley tests positive for Coronavirus. Charlie Kirk claims “the Left has always hated Thanksgiving.”

S03 E2282020-11-19

November 19, 2020Trump targets a vote certification in Michigan in a doomed bid to block Biden’s win in the state. Trump’s senior legal adviser is forced to backtrack previous comments she made about the president. Kayleigh McEnany calls covid restrictions ""Orwellian"" A new lawsuit alleged Tyson managers bet money on how many of their workers would contract Covid-19. AOC voices the frustrations of millions of Twitter users. A poll by Monmouth university finds Americans are more happy about Trump’s loss than Biden’s win. Anthony Fisher joins to discuss if drugs were the real winner on election night.

S03 E2292020-11-20

November 20, 2020Trump continues his doomed attempt to overturn votes in Michigan. Several Republicans Senators criticize the president’s refusal to accept the election results. Two lawsuits in New York State focused on Trump’s businesses have expanded to include tax write-offs that appear to have gone to Ivanka. The CDC asks Americans to cancel their Thanksgiving travel plans. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Brett and you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage Person of the week. Elie Mystal joins to discuss his latest reporting for The Nation.

S03 E2302020-11-23

November 23, 2020Michigan Republicans continue to delay the certification of votes in the state. The Trump campaign distances themselves from “elite strike force team” member Sidney Powell. As Americans gather across the country for Thanksgiving, inmates in El Paso are forced to move bodies into morgues. Fox & Friends pretends to be surprised by Joe Biden’s cabinet nominations. Biden is expected to nominate his longtime advisor Antony Blinken for Secretary of State. Ankur Jain joins to discuss his work with Kairos.

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November 24, 2020Although the President still refuses to concede, the transition has “officially” begun. Laura Ingraham and Tucker Carlson begrudgingly accept defeat. Dianne Feinstein steps down as the lead Democrat on the Senate Judiciary Committee. Climate campaigners respond to Biden choosing John Kerry as his Climate Envoy. Despite warnings from the CDC, millions of Americans are traveling for Thanksgiving. Find out what John, Ana and you (yes, you!) are thankful for this year. Dave Levinthal joins to discuss the possibility of a Trump “truth” commission.

S03 E2322020-11-25

November 25, 2020The Trump administration is set to finalize 36 major rules in the next 3 months. Matt Gaetz urges the president to use his pardon power “effectively and robustly”. The OMB intends to reclassify the majority of its employees as “Schedule F”, stripping them of job protections. Biden confirms he’s considering nominating a Republican for a role in his cabinet. Right Wing Media Outlets compete to be the ABSOLUTE WORST. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Jayar and you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage Person of the week. Heather Dugon discusses her new book, THE FRIENDSHIP UPGRADE.

S03 E2332020-11-30

November 30, 2020Trump races to inflict maximum damage before he leaves office. The president calls Twitter a national security threat as #DiaperDon trends across the website. The assassination of Iran’s top nuclear scientist throws US-Iran relations into further turmoil. RNC chair Ronna McDaniel pleads with Georgia voters to vote in the January runoffs. President-elect Joe Biden makes more staffing announcements.

S03 E2342020-12-01

December 1, 2020Republicans self-sabotage their efforts to win in Georgia’s Senate runoffs. Trump lawyer Joe diGenova calls for the execution of DHS whistleblower Chris Krebs. Dr. Scott Atlas resigns his position advising Trump on COVID-19. 80 organizations sign a letter urging President-elect Biden to end US involvement in the war in Yemen. Conspiracies abound after Joe Biden breaks his foot while playing with his dog. Ben Shapiro gets triggered by a holiday romcom. Frederick Joseph joins to discuss his new book, THE BLACK FRIEND.

S03 E2352020-12-02

December 2, 2020Trump continues to make unsubstantiated claims of voter fraud in Georgia. Newly released court documents show the Justice Department is investigating a bribery scheme involving money directed to the White House in exchange for presidential pardons. Obama criticizes “snappy slogans” in an interview with Vanity Fair. Former Trump campaign manager Brad Parscale says Trump’s presidency was “one choice away from perfect.” AOC responds to Joe Manchin’s comments in the New York Times. Ken Klippenstein joins to discuss his FOIA lawsuits.

S03 E2362020-12-03

December 3, 2020Trump’s voter fraud witnesses appear to be less than credible. The Covid death toll reaches its highest number since May. Total deaths nationwide are up 19% from the period between March & November. David Perdue and Kelly Loeffler compete to be the WORST Republican running in the Georgia runoffs. Fox News praises large maskless crowds protesting outside a closed Staten Island bar. Charles Coleman Jr. joins to discuss how Biden can make good on his promises to Black voters.

S03 E2372020-12-04

December 4, 2020The latest iteration of the bipartisan covid relief bill fails to meet the basic needs of Americans. Tucker Carlson claims Covid-19 is just the latest in the left’s ongoing war on Christmas. 250 million Indians take to the streets to protest agricultural deregulation. Fox News loses it over AOC’s new “Tax the Rich” merch. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Brett and you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage Person of the week.

S03 E2382020-12-07

December 7, 2020Trump considers his options for inauguration day. Rudy Giuliani becomes the latest member of Trump’s inner circle to test positive for Covid-19. Yet another voter fraud witness turns out to be a criminal. Kelly Loeffler & Raphael Warnock debate in Georgia. Biden nominates California AG Xavier Becerra to run HHS. Public focus turns to another possible Covid symptom. Tom LoBianco joins to discuss how the Trump family is trying to secure their political dynasty.

S03 E2392020-12-08

December 8, 2020Jenna Ellis becomes the latest member of Trump’s legal team to contract coronavirus. New reporting reveals the White House failed to secure millions of doses of the Pfizer vaccine. GA Governor Brian Kemp refuses to overturn Georgia’s election results. New LA District Attorney George Gascon announces sweeping reforms. A former Israeli space security chief promises the "galactic federation” awaits, if humans would only get their sh*t together. Trump holds the world’s most awkward Medal of Freedom Ceremony. Saru Jayaraman joins to discuss One Fair Wage’s new report.

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December 9, 2020Trump says it’s “terrific” that nearly 15% of Americans have contracted coronavirus. ICUs reach capacity across the country. Four of the 10 most populous counties in Georgia are reducing voting locations for January’s Senate runoff races. New reporting reveals Joe Biden is considering appointing Pete Buttigieg to be the US ambassador to China. Kelly Loeffler isn’t even the only person IN HER MARRIAGE to profit off of Covid. The Arizona GOP asks if Republicans are willing to DIE for Trump’s cause. Tom Bowman discusses his new book, What if Solving the Climate Crisis Is Simple?.

S03 E2412020-12-10

December 10, 2020Sidney Powell’s Kraken has finally been slain. Melania packs up the White House. Rudy Giuliani leaves the hospital after receiving the same monkey meds the president did. Covid-19 deaths hit an all-time high. Republicans push to strip workers of protections. Bombshell reporting from The New Yorker details Senator Dianne Feinstein’s declining mental capacities. If you want to assault your face with your mask, BOY DO WE HAVE THE PRODUCT FOR YOU! Max Burns joins to discuss Biden’s pick for Sec. of State.

S03 E2422020-12-11

December 11, 2020Mitch McConnell holds up coronavirus aid over corporate liability protections. The federal government forgoes 130-year precedent to execute Branden Bernard. A Texas lawmaker files legislation allowing Texans to vote to secede. The US approaches 300,000 covid deaths. Joe Biden & Kamala Harris are named Time ‘Person of the Year’. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Brett and you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage Person of the week.

S03 E2432020-12-14

December 14, 2020A nurse in NYC becomes the first American to receive the Covid-19 vaccine. Trump remains indignant as the electoral college meets to formally choose Joe Biden as the next president. Voting begins in Georgia’s special election. The Warnock campaign releases a new ad. A high school in Texas opens a grocery store for students. Pete Buttigieg becomes a leading contender for yet another position in the Biden administration. Dave Levinthal joins to discuss Trump’s debts & Biden’s inauguration.

S03 E2442020-12-15

December 15, 2020President-elect Joe Biden addresses the nation after his win is confirmed by the electoral college. Yet another White House Official battles coronavirus. AOC defends a NYC paramedic after the NY Post puts her safety and employment at risk. A record-number of Georgians have already voted in January’s Senate runoffs. A new study shows how police have misused & abused civil asset forfeiture laws. Adrienne Lawrence joins to discuss SCOTUS’s ruling on Military rape statute of limitations.

S03 E2452020-12-16

December 16, 2020Just days after AG Barr announces his resignation, Trump considers sacking his replacement. Reports suggest Congress is “on the brink” of passing a pared-down covid rescue package. Joe Biden is set to nominate Pete Buttigieg to be Transportation Secretary. A new study reveals disparities in how PPP loans were distributed Only a tiny fraction of invitees showed up to Mike Pompeo’s super-spreader Christmas party. Senator Nina Turner joins to discuss her run for Ohio’s 11th congressional seat.

S03 E2462020-12-17

December 17, 2020Progressives in Congress fight for survival checks. Leaked emails reveal top Trump officials demanded a “herd immunity” strategy to combat the virus. Nearly everything Covid-19 task force leader Mike Pence said re:covid has proven to be false. After contracting coronavirus at a maskless White House party, Chris Christie releases a PSA urging Americans to mask-up. The Biden administration is on track to save billions by halting production of the border wall. Wedding photographers detail their dangerous working conditions.

S03 E2472020-12-18

December 18, 2020Trump sides with Democrats pushing for larger stimulus checks. Governors and health officials in more than a dozen states complain about getting fewer vaccine doses than they expected. Joe Biden picks Representative Deb Haaland to be Secretary of the Interior. Tucker Carlson begins his misinformation campaign against the vaccine. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Brett and you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage Person of the week.

S03 E2482020-12-21

December 21, 2020Senior Trump officials express concerns that Trump might declare Martial law. Congress reaches a deal on a $900 billion covid relief package. A new Covid variant emerges in the U.K. Wealthy Americans attempt to jump the line to receive vaccines. Kimberly Leonard joins to discuss the new Covid relief package.

S03 E2492020-12-22

December 22, 2020Congress passes a 5,000-page coronavirus relief bill a mere 2 hours after members receive it. Lindsey Graham pedals conspiracy theories about his old friend Joe Biden. Televangelist Pat Robertson implores Trump to accept the election results. The Biden coronavirus advisory team considers invoking the Defense Production Act. Ilhan Omar calls out politicians who received the Covid vaccine before their constituents. If you thought the Slap Mask was exciting, get ready for BLANC! Dr. Jonathan Metzl joins to discuss the vaccine rollout.

S03 E2502020-12-23

December 23, 2020The President demands changes to the Covid relief bill passed in Congress. Mike Pence criticizes Democrats for wanting to help poor Americans. Trump announces 20 new pardons and commutations. Pfizer reaches an agreement with the government to deliver an additional 100 million vaccine doses. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Jayar and you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage Person of the week.

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December 28, 2020President Trump signs the Covid Relief bill after unemployment benefits lapse for millions of Americans. Investigators search for motives in the Nashville Christmas bombing. Lin Wood urges Georgia Republicans to boycott the Senate runoffs. Jack Tapper reveals he has banned Kayleigh McEnany from his show. Billionaires grow their wealth as a record number of Americans die from Covid. Tom LoBianco joins to discuss his latest story for Business Insider.

S03 E2522020-12-29

December 29, 2020The CASH Act, which includes $2,000 direct payments, heads to the Senate after passing in the House. A Tyson manager speaks out after reports of managers betting on employee infections. Dr. Fauci responds to the U.S.’s failure to meet its vaccination goals. A sweeping eviction ban advances through the New York State Legislature. A Phoenix police officer threatens to kill the city’s mayor. Polling company Rasmussen Reports suggests Mike Pence could still yet steal the election for Trump. Jesselyn Cook discusses Instagram’s efforts to clamp down on covid vaccine misinformation.

S03 E2532020-12-30

December 30, 20206 days out from the Senate runoffs, Trump continues to suggest Georgia’s election system is fraudulent. Hospitals across the country adjust to soaring covid numbers. Jim Jordan reveals his ignorance on Twitter. 2 officers involved in the shooting death of Breonna Taylor are terminated. Video goes viral of a woman falsely accusing a Black teenager of stealing her phone. GOP Congressman Luke Letlow dies of Covid aged 41.

S03 E2542020-12-31

December 31, 2020Over 2.5 million Georgians vote early in the state’s upcoming runoffs. 500 doses of the Moderna vaccine are thrown out in Wisconsin after not being properly refrigerated. Multiple people contract Covid after attending a Republican holiday party. A new survey shows just how Americans feel about 2020. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Brett and you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage Person of the week.

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