Ken and Dave discuss peace in the Middle East, MTG blames the Republicans, the market reaction to new tariff talks, Congress discovers the Fourth Amendment, the Georgia House mourns a member, and the tables have turned in New York.
Topics Discussed:
- Travel Recap: Dave recounts his 12-day trip to Italy, including visits to Florence Bologna, and Venice, Highlights include the experience of Florentine steak and soaking in the European cafe atmosphere.
- International Affairs & Peace: Analysis of the temporary Israel-Palestine ceasefire brokered by Trump and the controversy surrounding the proportional response in Gaza.
- Nobel Recognition: Discussion of the Nobel Peace Prize awarded to Maria Karina Machado, the Venezuelan opposition leader, and her dedication of the award to President Trump.
- Market Volatility: Examination of the market tanking following Trump's threats of 100% tariffs on Chinese goods, and the complexities of trade policy.
- Healthcare & Government Shutdown: Marjorie Taylor Greene (MTG) breaks with the GOP concerning the upcoming shutdown and the expiring Affordable Care Act (ACA) healthcare subsidies.
- Local Controversy: A deep dive into the Pike County water rights dispute involving a private landowner seeking to extract water from a natural spring for bottling.
- FBI Overreach: Republican Senators, including Lindsey Graham and Josh Hawley, are outraged after discovering the FBI analyzed their phone records following the 2020 election.
- Legal Troubles: New York Attorney General Letitia James is indicted on charges related to mortgage fraud, mirroring claims she made against Donald Trump.
- Georgia State Politics: A tribute to Georgia House of Representatives member Mandi Ballinger, who passed away after a long battle with cancer.
