1 00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:02,340 All right, let's jump into another deep dive. 2 00:00:03,300 --> 00:00:06,080 Today, we are gonna be looking at electoral votes, 3 00:00:06,080 --> 00:00:07,920 latest news update. 4 00:00:07,920 --> 00:00:10,320 And wow, there's a lot to unpack here. 5 00:00:10,320 --> 00:00:11,360 Yeah, there really is. 6 00:00:11,360 --> 00:00:14,040 We've got potential government shutdown looming. 7 00:00:14,040 --> 00:00:17,240 Elon Musk is somehow involved in the budget debate, 8 00:00:17,240 --> 00:00:19,520 and a couple of legal battles are brewing 9 00:00:19,520 --> 00:00:21,800 that could have a big impact on, well, 10 00:00:21,800 --> 00:00:23,760 the media and reproductive rights. 11 00:00:23,760 --> 00:00:24,600 Buckle up. 12 00:00:24,600 --> 00:00:25,440 Yeah. 13 00:00:25,440 --> 00:00:26,280 It's gonna be a wild ride. 14 00:00:26,280 --> 00:00:29,480 So first up, this potential government shutdown. 15 00:00:29,480 --> 00:00:31,600 Yeah, you know what's interesting about this one? 16 00:00:31,600 --> 00:00:34,000 It's not like your typical political game of chicken, 17 00:00:34,000 --> 00:00:34,840 you know? 18 00:00:34,840 --> 00:00:37,360 This time, we've got Elon Musk throwing his weight around, 19 00:00:37,360 --> 00:00:39,280 and it seems like he's really changing the game. 20 00:00:39,280 --> 00:00:43,000 It's kind of wild to see him basically dictating terms 21 00:00:43,000 --> 00:00:45,240 to numbers of Congress through ex-Twitter. 22 00:00:45,240 --> 00:00:46,080 Right. 23 00:00:46,080 --> 00:00:47,680 Like, he's out there criticizing 24 00:00:47,680 --> 00:00:49,120 the proposed budget resolution, 25 00:00:49,120 --> 00:00:51,000 threatening primary challenges, 26 00:00:51,000 --> 00:00:53,280 and he's even saying that a shutdown wouldn't be that bad. 27 00:00:53,280 --> 00:00:54,120 Yeah. 28 00:00:54,120 --> 00:00:55,320 I mean, is he really that out of touch 29 00:00:55,320 --> 00:00:57,560 with how a shutdown would actually affect people? 30 00:00:57,560 --> 00:00:59,640 Well, it's hard to say what's going on in Elon's head, 31 00:00:59,640 --> 00:01:02,200 but his approach is really fascinating 32 00:01:02,200 --> 00:01:05,920 because it shows us how power dynamics are changing, 33 00:01:05,920 --> 00:01:06,760 you know? 34 00:01:06,760 --> 00:01:09,000 He's not tied to the traditional political machine 35 00:01:09,000 --> 00:01:10,360 or donor networks. 36 00:01:10,360 --> 00:01:12,080 He's got so much wealth, 37 00:01:12,080 --> 00:01:14,080 and his platform gives him this independence 38 00:01:14,080 --> 00:01:16,800 that lets him operate outside the usual norms. 39 00:01:16,800 --> 00:01:18,880 And that's a big deal, especially when you see people 40 00:01:18,880 --> 00:01:21,920 like Donald Trump and JD Vance taking cues from him. 41 00:01:21,920 --> 00:01:23,040 Yeah, it's almost like we're seeing 42 00:01:23,040 --> 00:01:25,160 a new kind of political system emerging 43 00:01:25,160 --> 00:01:28,480 where loyalty to Musk and his ideology 44 00:01:28,480 --> 00:01:30,280 is more important than party affiliation 45 00:01:30,280 --> 00:01:31,400 or political experience. 46 00:01:31,400 --> 00:01:33,000 I mean, what does this mean 47 00:01:33,000 --> 00:01:35,000 for the future of the Republican Party? 48 00:01:35,000 --> 00:01:35,840 Yeah. 49 00:01:35,840 --> 00:01:37,640 And for our whole political system. 50 00:01:37,640 --> 00:01:39,160 Yeah, it's a good question. 51 00:01:39,160 --> 00:01:41,480 We've seen how quickly Trump's inner circle changes. 52 00:01:41,480 --> 00:01:43,920 You know, anyone who falls out of favor disappears. 53 00:01:43,920 --> 00:01:45,120 But Musk's power is different. 54 00:01:45,120 --> 00:01:47,640 It's not built on relationships or political maneuvering. 55 00:01:47,640 --> 00:01:49,560 It comes from his own wealth 56 00:01:49,560 --> 00:01:51,960 and his control over a huge media platform. 57 00:01:51,960 --> 00:01:53,560 It's a much stronger base. 58 00:01:53,560 --> 00:01:55,360 And it gives him a level of influence 59 00:01:55,360 --> 00:01:57,360 that even Trump might be jealous of. 60 00:01:57,360 --> 00:01:59,600 Yeah, the betting markets seem to agree. 61 00:01:59,600 --> 00:02:01,640 The odds of a shutdown have gone way up 62 00:02:01,640 --> 00:02:03,680 since Musk started tweeting about it. 63 00:02:03,680 --> 00:02:04,600 It's crazy. 64 00:02:04,600 --> 00:02:06,840 So what can House Speaker Mike Johnson 65 00:02:06,840 --> 00:02:07,960 even do at this point? 66 00:02:07,960 --> 00:02:10,000 He's got to try to keep different factions 67 00:02:10,000 --> 00:02:11,120 in his own party happy. 68 00:02:11,120 --> 00:02:13,320 He's got to appease the Democrats. 69 00:02:13,320 --> 00:02:15,320 And now he has to worry about what Elon Musk 70 00:02:15,320 --> 00:02:17,440 is saying on ex Twitter. 71 00:02:17,440 --> 00:02:18,600 Talk about a tough spot. 72 00:02:18,600 --> 00:02:19,840 It's a total minefield. 73 00:02:19,840 --> 00:02:21,840 And it's not just about this budget. 74 00:02:21,840 --> 00:02:24,000 It's about setting a precedent. 75 00:02:24,000 --> 00:02:26,120 If Musk can call the shots now, 76 00:02:26,120 --> 00:02:29,040 what's to stop him from doing it again in the future? 77 00:02:29,040 --> 00:02:31,640 Are we heading towards a world where billionaires 78 00:02:31,640 --> 00:02:33,520 can basically hold the government hostage 79 00:02:33,520 --> 00:02:35,440 with their money and their media platforms? 80 00:02:35,440 --> 00:02:36,360 Okay, well, let's take a break 81 00:02:36,360 --> 00:02:38,280 from the potential government shutdown for a minute 82 00:02:38,280 --> 00:02:42,080 and talk about something a little less apocalyptic. 83 00:02:42,080 --> 00:02:43,560 The House Ethics Committee is about 84 00:02:43,560 --> 00:02:45,720 to release its report on Matt Gaetz. 85 00:02:45,720 --> 00:02:47,960 And the timing is interesting to say the least. 86 00:02:47,960 --> 00:02:49,040 Yeah, definitely. 87 00:02:49,040 --> 00:02:51,560 So just as a reminder, Gaetz has been under investigation 88 00:02:51,560 --> 00:02:53,560 for allegations of sex trafficking 89 00:02:53,560 --> 00:02:55,200 and having sex with a minor. 90 00:02:55,200 --> 00:02:58,520 These accusations have been following him for a while now. 91 00:02:58,520 --> 00:03:03,320 And this report could really affect his political future, 92 00:03:03,320 --> 00:03:06,240 especially his hopes of becoming governor of Florida. 93 00:03:06,240 --> 00:03:09,360 Well, of course Gaetz went on ex Twitter to respond. 94 00:03:09,360 --> 00:03:11,760 And let's just say it was typical Gaetz. 95 00:03:11,760 --> 00:03:13,480 He didn't actually address the accusations. 96 00:03:13,480 --> 00:03:15,440 He just tried to make himself look like the victim 97 00:03:15,440 --> 00:03:16,800 of some political witch hunt. 98 00:03:16,800 --> 00:03:19,240 Right, his response was like a student who got caught 99 00:03:19,240 --> 00:03:21,160 cheating and then tries to change the subject. 100 00:03:21,160 --> 00:03:22,000 Exactly. 101 00:03:22,000 --> 00:03:22,960 Just like asking, well, which question 102 00:03:22,960 --> 00:03:24,280 did I supposedly cheat on? 103 00:03:24,280 --> 00:03:26,240 It might work on the public, 104 00:03:26,240 --> 00:03:29,080 but it's not gonna fly with the House Ethics Committee. 105 00:03:29,080 --> 00:03:30,720 They play by a different set of rules. 106 00:03:30,720 --> 00:03:32,240 Yeah, and it's kind of strange 107 00:03:32,240 --> 00:03:34,600 that they're releasing this report publicly. 108 00:03:34,600 --> 00:03:37,560 They're not exactly known for being transparent. 109 00:03:37,560 --> 00:03:39,000 So this makes me think they might have found 110 00:03:39,000 --> 00:03:40,880 something pretty serious. 111 00:03:40,880 --> 00:03:42,520 Why do you think they're doing this now? 112 00:03:42,520 --> 00:03:45,080 Yeah, yeah, the timing is definitely curious. 113 00:03:45,080 --> 00:03:47,880 It could be a way to pressure Gaetz to resign 114 00:03:47,880 --> 00:03:50,880 or to weaken his position in the Republican Party. 115 00:03:50,880 --> 00:03:53,040 Or maybe they just feel like the public 116 00:03:53,040 --> 00:03:54,720 has a right to know what they found, 117 00:03:55,600 --> 00:03:58,160 especially given how serious these allegations are. 118 00:03:58,160 --> 00:03:59,680 Whatever the reason, this report is gonna get 119 00:03:59,680 --> 00:04:03,120 a lot of attention and it could be a real problem for Gaetz. 120 00:04:03,120 --> 00:04:04,840 Yeah, I think you're right about that. 121 00:04:04,840 --> 00:04:08,200 Speaking of political futures, that might be in trouble. 122 00:04:08,200 --> 00:04:09,360 Let's talk about President Biden. 123 00:04:09,360 --> 00:04:10,200 Oh boy. 124 00:04:10,200 --> 00:04:13,000 His pro-vote rating has dropped to 34%, 125 00:04:13,000 --> 00:04:14,400 which puts him in the same category 126 00:04:14,400 --> 00:04:17,440 as Jimmy Carter, George W. Bush, and Donald Trump. 127 00:04:17,440 --> 00:04:19,480 They all left office with similar numbers. 128 00:04:19,480 --> 00:04:23,160 Okay, so not exactly a great club to be a part of 129 00:04:23,160 --> 00:04:25,200 when you're hoping to get reelected, 130 00:04:25,200 --> 00:04:27,120 but does a low approval rating at this point 131 00:04:27,120 --> 00:04:29,960 really mean Biden's chances are doomed? 132 00:04:29,960 --> 00:04:32,320 We're still a year away from the election? 133 00:04:32,320 --> 00:04:33,320 A lot can change. 134 00:04:33,320 --> 00:04:34,160 Yeah, you're right. 135 00:04:34,160 --> 00:04:35,960 It's not a guarantee he'll lose. 136 00:04:35,960 --> 00:04:37,840 But it's definitely a warning sign. 137 00:04:37,840 --> 00:04:40,600 You know, historically, when presidents leave office 138 00:04:40,600 --> 00:04:43,480 with low approval ratings, their party tends to struggle 139 00:04:43,480 --> 00:04:44,400 in the next election. 140 00:04:44,400 --> 00:04:45,840 Yeah, that makes sense. 141 00:04:45,840 --> 00:04:47,760 It usually means that people are unhappy 142 00:04:47,760 --> 00:04:50,320 with the way things are going in the country. 143 00:04:50,320 --> 00:04:52,200 And that could be hard to turn around, 144 00:04:52,200 --> 00:04:53,760 even with a new candidate. 145 00:04:53,760 --> 00:04:56,320 But wouldn't you say that Biden's situation 146 00:04:56,320 --> 00:04:57,800 is a little different? 147 00:04:57,800 --> 00:04:59,960 I mean, he's not facing the same kind of scandals 148 00:04:59,960 --> 00:05:02,160 or controversies as some of those other presidents? 149 00:05:02,160 --> 00:05:04,480 True, he's not dealing with corruption charges 150 00:05:04,480 --> 00:05:07,280 or impeachment, but he also doesn't have the same kind 151 00:05:07,280 --> 00:05:12,280 of charisma or ability to connect with voters emotionally. 152 00:05:12,480 --> 00:05:14,040 Like Bill Clinton had, for example. 153 00:05:14,040 --> 00:05:14,880 Yeah, I see what you mean. 154 00:05:14,880 --> 00:05:17,440 And let's not forget, he's the oldest president ever. 155 00:05:17,440 --> 00:05:19,840 That's something voters are definitely thinking about. 156 00:05:19,840 --> 00:05:22,320 So if Biden does decide to run again, 157 00:05:22,320 --> 00:05:23,400 what are his chances? 158 00:05:23,400 --> 00:05:25,080 Can he turn things around? 159 00:05:25,080 --> 00:05:27,320 Or is this a sign that the Democrats need to start 160 00:05:27,320 --> 00:05:29,200 looking for someone new? 161 00:05:29,200 --> 00:05:30,560 Tough to say. 162 00:05:30,560 --> 00:05:33,800 It really depends on what happens with the economy, 163 00:05:33,800 --> 00:05:36,600 how these legal battles we talked about turn out. 164 00:05:36,600 --> 00:05:39,320 And frankly, whether Trump decides to run again, 165 00:05:39,320 --> 00:05:42,120 a Biden-Trump rematch would be a whole other story. 166 00:05:42,120 --> 00:05:44,160 And it's impossible to predict how that would go. 167 00:05:44,160 --> 00:05:45,880 Okay, well, if Biden steps aside, 168 00:05:45,880 --> 00:05:48,680 there are plenty of Democrats waiting to take his place. 169 00:05:48,680 --> 00:05:50,920 We even asked our listeners to help us put together 170 00:05:50,920 --> 00:05:53,640 a list of potential candidates for 2028. 171 00:05:53,640 --> 00:05:55,600 Yeah, we got some really interesting suggestions. 172 00:05:55,600 --> 00:05:57,160 We did, it's a pretty diverse group. 173 00:05:57,160 --> 00:06:00,040 We've got experienced politicians like Bernie Sanders 174 00:06:00,040 --> 00:06:03,400 and Elizabeth Warren, rising stars like Pete Buttigieg 175 00:06:03,400 --> 00:06:04,240 and Gavin Newsom. 176 00:06:04,240 --> 00:06:05,840 And we even got some wild card entries 177 00:06:05,840 --> 00:06:07,760 like George Clooney and Taylor Swift. 178 00:06:07,760 --> 00:06:08,640 Which is pretty funny. 179 00:06:08,640 --> 00:06:10,720 Yeah, it's a long shot for sure. 180 00:06:10,720 --> 00:06:13,360 But it shows that people are looking for new faces 181 00:06:13,360 --> 00:06:15,360 and new ideas in politics. 182 00:06:15,360 --> 00:06:16,200 It definitely does. 183 00:06:16,200 --> 00:06:19,320 So let's talk about some of these potential candidates. 184 00:06:19,320 --> 00:06:22,000 What would a Kamala Harris candidacy look like? 185 00:06:22,000 --> 00:06:25,040 She's obviously well known and she's got experience. 186 00:06:25,040 --> 00:06:28,720 But her last presidential run didn't go so well. 187 00:06:28,720 --> 00:06:31,240 Yeah, Harris would have a lot to prove. 188 00:06:31,240 --> 00:06:32,560 She needed to convince voters 189 00:06:32,560 --> 00:06:35,320 that she's learned from her past mistakes. 190 00:06:35,320 --> 00:06:38,160 And that she's the right person to lead the country. 191 00:06:38,160 --> 00:06:40,680 She'd also have to balance the different groups 192 00:06:40,680 --> 00:06:42,120 within the Democratic Party. 193 00:06:42,120 --> 00:06:44,880 Right, appeal to both progressives and moderates. 194 00:06:44,880 --> 00:06:46,080 Not an easy task. 195 00:06:46,080 --> 00:06:46,920 Not at all. 196 00:06:46,920 --> 00:06:48,800 What about someone like Pete Buttigieg? 197 00:06:48,800 --> 00:06:51,680 He's young, he's charismatic, 198 00:06:51,680 --> 00:06:54,360 and he's got a good track record in government. 199 00:06:54,360 --> 00:06:57,000 Buttigieg is a really interesting candidate. 200 00:06:57,000 --> 00:06:59,480 He's smart, he's a great speaker, 201 00:06:59,480 --> 00:07:02,600 and he seems to connect well with voters. 202 00:07:02,600 --> 00:07:04,280 But he'd need to overcome concerns 203 00:07:04,280 --> 00:07:07,600 about his lack of experience on the national level. 204 00:07:07,600 --> 00:07:09,600 Yeah, he hasn't held a federal office yet. 205 00:07:09,600 --> 00:07:12,800 Exactly, and he'd need to flesh out his policy positions. 206 00:07:12,800 --> 00:07:14,720 Okay, then there's Davin Newsom. 207 00:07:14,720 --> 00:07:16,120 He's been making a lot of noise 208 00:07:16,120 --> 00:07:17,920 with his policies in California, 209 00:07:17,920 --> 00:07:20,080 and he's been very critical of the Republican Party. 210 00:07:20,080 --> 00:07:22,280 Newsom is a powerful figure. 211 00:07:22,280 --> 00:07:24,400 He's got the charisma, the experience, 212 00:07:24,400 --> 00:07:26,760 and the progressive credentials to be a real contender. 213 00:07:26,760 --> 00:07:27,800 He does. 214 00:07:27,800 --> 00:07:30,280 But he'd need to show that his success in California 215 00:07:30,280 --> 00:07:32,160 can translate to the national level. 216 00:07:32,160 --> 00:07:34,880 And of course, we can't forget about the big question, 217 00:07:34,880 --> 00:07:37,480 will Hillary Clinton try to make a comeback in 2028? 218 00:07:37,480 --> 00:07:39,600 I never say never in politics, right? 219 00:07:39,600 --> 00:07:41,840 Clinton is still popular with a lot of Democrats. 220 00:07:41,840 --> 00:07:42,680 Yeah. 221 00:07:42,680 --> 00:07:43,640 And she knows a lot about policy 222 00:07:43,640 --> 00:07:44,600 and how the government works. 223 00:07:44,600 --> 00:07:46,480 Yeah, but she'd also be carrying the weight 224 00:07:46,480 --> 00:07:48,000 of her 2016 loss. 225 00:07:48,000 --> 00:07:48,840 Exactly. 226 00:07:50,040 --> 00:07:51,880 It's hard to imagine her generating 227 00:07:51,880 --> 00:07:54,720 the same level of excitement as she did back then. 228 00:07:54,720 --> 00:07:56,960 And then there are those wild card entries, 229 00:07:56,960 --> 00:07:58,840 George Clooney and Taylor Swift. 230 00:07:58,840 --> 00:08:00,080 It's fun to think about. 231 00:08:00,080 --> 00:08:03,360 But do they really have a chance? 232 00:08:03,360 --> 00:08:04,720 They're definitely long shots. 233 00:08:04,720 --> 00:08:05,560 Yeah. 234 00:08:05,560 --> 00:08:07,000 They don't have the political experience 235 00:08:07,000 --> 00:08:09,520 or the policy knowledge that voters usually look for 236 00:08:09,520 --> 00:08:12,040 in a president, but they represent something 237 00:08:12,040 --> 00:08:14,040 that a lot of Americans are craving. 238 00:08:14,040 --> 00:08:14,880 What's that? 239 00:08:14,880 --> 00:08:18,080 Authenticity, a fresh perspective, 240 00:08:18,080 --> 00:08:19,840 a willingness to shake things up. 241 00:08:19,840 --> 00:08:21,480 Yeah, I get that. 242 00:08:21,480 --> 00:08:24,320 It'll be interesting to see how they could change the race. 243 00:08:24,320 --> 00:08:25,840 Even if they don't win, 244 00:08:25,840 --> 00:08:28,920 they might force the other candidates to address issues 245 00:08:28,920 --> 00:08:30,120 they might otherwise ignore. 246 00:08:30,120 --> 00:08:32,120 Yeah, and they might inspire more young people 247 00:08:32,120 --> 00:08:34,840 to get involved in politics, which is always a good thing. 248 00:08:34,840 --> 00:08:35,960 Absolutely. 249 00:08:35,960 --> 00:08:38,280 So as we look ahead to 2028, 250 00:08:38,280 --> 00:08:41,000 it's clear that the Democratic field is wide open. 251 00:08:41,000 --> 00:08:42,520 There are lots of possibilities. 252 00:08:42,520 --> 00:08:43,360 It is. 253 00:08:43,360 --> 00:08:45,040 And I forget, the Republican Party 254 00:08:45,040 --> 00:08:46,920 is going through its own changes too, 255 00:08:46,920 --> 00:08:48,920 with Elon Musk becoming more influential 256 00:08:48,920 --> 00:08:51,280 and people like Matt Gaetz facing legal troubles. 257 00:08:51,280 --> 00:08:52,800 Yeah, it's a whole new world. 258 00:08:52,800 --> 00:08:54,880 The political landscape is definitely shifting. 259 00:08:54,880 --> 00:08:56,600 And the 2028 election is gonna be 260 00:08:56,600 --> 00:08:58,800 a really important moment for our country. 261 00:08:58,800 --> 00:09:00,400 Okay, so let's shift gears a bit 262 00:09:00,400 --> 00:09:02,560 and talk about a couple of legal battles 263 00:09:02,560 --> 00:09:04,640 that could have big consequences. 264 00:09:04,640 --> 00:09:08,160 Starting with Trump's lawsuit against the Des Moines Register, 265 00:09:08,160 --> 00:09:10,400 Ann Poulster and Seltzer. 266 00:09:10,400 --> 00:09:12,600 Yes, this lawsuit, 267 00:09:12,600 --> 00:09:14,480 is the classic Trump move. 268 00:09:14,480 --> 00:09:16,520 He's basically using the legal system 269 00:09:16,520 --> 00:09:18,120 to bully his critics 270 00:09:18,120 --> 00:09:20,440 and try to silence anyone who questions him. 271 00:09:20,440 --> 00:09:22,640 So what's he claiming exactly? 272 00:09:22,640 --> 00:09:24,440 He says that the last Seltzer poll 273 00:09:24,440 --> 00:09:27,560 before the Iowa caucus was rigged to hurt his campaign. 274 00:09:27,560 --> 00:09:28,400 Interesting. 275 00:09:28,400 --> 00:09:29,760 But he hasn't provided any real evidence 276 00:09:29,760 --> 00:09:30,840 to support that claim. 277 00:09:30,840 --> 00:09:33,360 It sounds like another one of his publicity stunts. 278 00:09:33,360 --> 00:09:34,200 It really does. 279 00:09:34,200 --> 00:09:36,880 You know, a way to distract from his own legal problems 280 00:09:36,880 --> 00:09:38,360 and make people distrust the media 281 00:09:38,360 --> 00:09:39,800 and the whole election process. 282 00:09:39,800 --> 00:09:40,880 But it's dangerous, right? 283 00:09:40,880 --> 00:09:42,580 I mean, even if this lawsuit gets thrown out, 284 00:09:42,580 --> 00:09:44,520 which seems likely, it still does damage. 285 00:09:44,520 --> 00:09:45,800 Absolutely. 286 00:09:45,800 --> 00:09:47,280 Smaller media outlets, 287 00:09:47,280 --> 00:09:50,040 especially those that don't have a lot of money to fight back, 288 00:09:50,040 --> 00:09:52,400 might be afraid to publish anything critical of Trump 289 00:09:52,400 --> 00:09:53,680 because they don't want to get sued. 290 00:09:53,680 --> 00:09:54,520 Yeah. 291 00:09:54,520 --> 00:09:55,360 That's a scary thought. 292 00:09:55,360 --> 00:09:56,200 It is. 293 00:09:56,200 --> 00:09:58,720 It creates this atmosphere of fear and self-censorship, 294 00:09:58,720 --> 00:10:01,400 which is really bad for a free press. 295 00:10:01,400 --> 00:10:02,680 That's why some people have been talking 296 00:10:02,680 --> 00:10:04,760 about creating a media defense fund 297 00:10:04,760 --> 00:10:07,840 to help support journalists and news organizations 298 00:10:07,840 --> 00:10:09,640 that are attacked like this. 299 00:10:09,640 --> 00:10:10,960 That's a great idea. 300 00:10:10,960 --> 00:10:14,440 Because if we let Trump silence the media, we all lose. 301 00:10:14,440 --> 00:10:17,280 A free press is essential for a democracy. 302 00:10:17,280 --> 00:10:18,480 I completely agree. 303 00:10:18,480 --> 00:10:22,080 A free press holds those in power accountable, 304 00:10:22,080 --> 00:10:23,400 informs the public, 305 00:10:23,400 --> 00:10:26,280 and gives a platform to different voices and perspectives. 306 00:10:26,280 --> 00:10:27,120 All right. 307 00:10:27,120 --> 00:10:29,240 Now for the second legal battle we're watching, 308 00:10:29,240 --> 00:10:32,360 let's talk about Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's lawsuit 309 00:10:32,360 --> 00:10:33,880 against a New York doctor 310 00:10:33,880 --> 00:10:36,680 who prescribed a Borscht medication through telehealth 311 00:10:36,680 --> 00:10:38,040 to a Texas resident. 312 00:10:38,040 --> 00:10:38,880 Yeah. 313 00:10:38,880 --> 00:10:39,700 This case is a big deal. 314 00:10:39,700 --> 00:10:41,920 It raises some serious questions about jurisdiction 315 00:10:41,920 --> 00:10:44,240 and states trying to overreach their authority. 316 00:10:44,240 --> 00:10:45,480 So what's the issue here? 317 00:10:45,480 --> 00:10:47,760 It's basically a state trying to force its laws 318 00:10:47,760 --> 00:10:49,480 on people in other states. 319 00:10:49,480 --> 00:10:51,760 And that could set a dangerous precedent. 320 00:10:51,760 --> 00:10:53,920 If Texas can sue a doctor in New York 321 00:10:53,920 --> 00:10:56,120 for providing legal medical care to a patient 322 00:10:56,120 --> 00:10:57,460 in another state, 323 00:10:57,460 --> 00:10:58,600 then what's stopping other states 324 00:10:58,600 --> 00:10:59,800 from doing the same thing? 325 00:10:59,800 --> 00:11:00,640 Yeah. 326 00:11:00,640 --> 00:11:03,080 It seems like a clear violation of the doctor's rights 327 00:11:03,080 --> 00:11:05,360 and an attempt to restrict access to abortion, 328 00:11:05,360 --> 00:11:06,780 even across state lines. 329 00:11:06,780 --> 00:11:08,600 It shows that the fight for reproductive rights 330 00:11:08,600 --> 00:11:10,280 is far from over. 331 00:11:10,280 --> 00:11:12,440 Even though Roe v. Wade was overturned, 332 00:11:12,440 --> 00:11:14,080 states like Texas are still trying 333 00:11:14,080 --> 00:11:15,840 to control women's bodies. 334 00:11:15,840 --> 00:11:18,040 And this whole thing gets even more complicated 335 00:11:18,040 --> 00:11:20,540 because the woman's boyfriend might have been the one 336 00:11:20,540 --> 00:11:22,360 who reported her to the authorities. 337 00:11:22,360 --> 00:11:23,600 Yeah, it's really disturbing. 338 00:11:23,600 --> 00:11:26,160 It shows how these laws can create fear 339 00:11:26,160 --> 00:11:28,160 and mistrust in relationships. 340 00:11:28,160 --> 00:11:29,000 Yeah. 341 00:11:29,000 --> 00:11:30,840 And make women afraid to seek medical care. 342 00:11:30,840 --> 00:11:32,400 They might worry that their partners 343 00:11:32,400 --> 00:11:35,120 or even their friends and family could report them. 344 00:11:35,120 --> 00:11:37,040 It's a scary situation. 345 00:11:37,040 --> 00:11:39,760 And it highlights how important it is to fight back 346 00:11:39,760 --> 00:11:42,400 against these attempts to take away reproductive rights 347 00:11:42,400 --> 00:11:44,520 and criminalize women's healthcare decisions. 348 00:11:44,520 --> 00:11:45,740 I agree. 349 00:11:45,740 --> 00:11:47,200 This case is just getting started, 350 00:11:47,200 --> 00:11:48,680 but as one will be watching closely 351 00:11:48,680 --> 00:11:52,720 because it could have a major impact on access to healthcare, 352 00:11:52,720 --> 00:11:55,920 the right to privacy and the balance of power between states. 353 00:11:55,920 --> 00:11:57,800 Yeah, it is a lot to think about, you know, 354 00:11:57,800 --> 00:11:59,960 all these legal battles and how they could affect us 355 00:11:59,960 --> 00:12:01,600 in ways we don't even realize. 356 00:12:01,600 --> 00:12:03,440 It really makes you realize 357 00:12:03,440 --> 00:12:05,600 we can't take our rights for granted. 358 00:12:05,600 --> 00:12:08,280 We have to stay informed and be ready to fight 359 00:12:08,280 --> 00:12:09,360 for what we believe in. 360 00:12:09,360 --> 00:12:10,780 I agree with that. 361 00:12:10,780 --> 00:12:12,680 So before we wrap up this deep dive, 362 00:12:12,680 --> 00:12:13,860 let's go back to that list 363 00:12:13,860 --> 00:12:17,160 of potential Democratic candidates for 2028. 364 00:12:17,160 --> 00:12:19,080 We talked about the big names, 365 00:12:19,080 --> 00:12:20,380 but there are some other names on that list 366 00:12:20,380 --> 00:12:21,760 that I found really interesting. 367 00:12:21,760 --> 00:12:22,840 Yeah, those wildcard entries 368 00:12:22,840 --> 00:12:24,320 are always fun to think about. 369 00:12:24,320 --> 00:12:26,660 They may not have the political experience, 370 00:12:26,660 --> 00:12:30,340 but they often bring new ideas and a desire for change. 371 00:12:30,340 --> 00:12:31,180 Right. 372 00:12:31,180 --> 00:12:32,600 So let's start with George Clooney. 373 00:12:32,600 --> 00:12:35,480 He's been involved in politics for years, 374 00:12:35,480 --> 00:12:37,360 and he definitely has that Hollywood charm. 375 00:12:37,360 --> 00:12:39,560 Could he actually run for president? 376 00:12:39,560 --> 00:12:41,840 Clooney's got the star power and name recognition 377 00:12:41,840 --> 00:12:43,400 to give people's attention, 378 00:12:43,400 --> 00:12:45,040 and his humanitarian work shows 379 00:12:45,040 --> 00:12:47,000 that he cares about making a difference. 380 00:12:47,000 --> 00:12:50,240 But could he turn that into a successful political campaign? 381 00:12:50,240 --> 00:12:51,180 It's hard to say. 382 00:12:51,180 --> 00:12:53,640 Yeah, he'd have to prove he's more than just a famous actor. 383 00:12:53,640 --> 00:12:56,280 He'd need to show that he really understands the issues 384 00:12:56,280 --> 00:12:58,440 and that he has a clear vision for the country. 385 00:12:58,440 --> 00:13:01,080 And he'd have to be ready for the intense scrutiny 386 00:13:01,080 --> 00:13:03,040 that comes with running for president. 387 00:13:03,040 --> 00:13:05,280 You know, every part of his life would be examined. 388 00:13:05,280 --> 00:13:06,640 Then there's Taylor Swift. 389 00:13:06,640 --> 00:13:10,020 She's a huge cultural icon with a ton of fans, 390 00:13:10,020 --> 00:13:12,040 especially among young people. 391 00:13:12,040 --> 00:13:14,620 Could she use that to create a political movement? 392 00:13:14,620 --> 00:13:18,160 There's no doubt that Swift can get young people involved. 393 00:13:18,160 --> 00:13:21,160 She's been speaking out more about her political beliefs, 394 00:13:21,160 --> 00:13:23,360 and she's used her platform to support 395 00:13:23,360 --> 00:13:25,280 causes she cares about. 396 00:13:25,280 --> 00:13:27,160 But running for president is a whole other level. 397 00:13:27,160 --> 00:13:29,920 Right, she'd be going up against experienced politicians 398 00:13:29,920 --> 00:13:31,280 and political strategists. 399 00:13:31,280 --> 00:13:32,120 Exactly. 400 00:13:32,120 --> 00:13:34,040 And the media can be brutal. 401 00:13:34,040 --> 00:13:35,440 Oh yeah, it would be a real test. 402 00:13:35,440 --> 00:13:37,920 She'd also need to come up with some serious policy ideas. 403 00:13:37,920 --> 00:13:41,360 Right, it can't just be catchy slogans in Instagram posts. 404 00:13:41,360 --> 00:13:43,800 Voters would want to know what her plans are for the country. 405 00:13:43,800 --> 00:13:45,880 So it's interesting to think about how 406 00:13:45,880 --> 00:13:50,040 these less traditional candidates could change the race. 407 00:13:50,040 --> 00:13:53,400 They might not win, but they could shake things up. 408 00:13:53,400 --> 00:13:54,080 Definitely. 409 00:13:54,080 --> 00:13:55,720 They might force the other candidates 410 00:13:55,720 --> 00:13:58,280 to talk about issues they would rather ignore. 411 00:13:58,280 --> 00:14:00,680 And they could get a whole new generation of people 412 00:14:00,680 --> 00:14:02,400 excited about politics. 413 00:14:02,400 --> 00:14:03,880 Which is never a bad thing. 414 00:14:03,880 --> 00:14:05,920 So as we finish up this deep dive, 415 00:14:05,920 --> 00:14:08,840 I'm feeling a mix of hope and worry. 416 00:14:08,840 --> 00:14:12,120 We're facing some big challenges, political divisions, 417 00:14:12,120 --> 00:14:14,600 economic uncertainty, climate change, 418 00:14:14,600 --> 00:14:16,400 threats to our democracy. 419 00:14:16,400 --> 00:14:17,520 It's a lot. 420 00:14:17,520 --> 00:14:20,560 It is, but there are also reasons to be hopeful. 421 00:14:20,560 --> 00:14:22,160 We see people from all backgrounds 422 00:14:22,160 --> 00:14:24,480 demanding change and fighting for a better future. 423 00:14:24,480 --> 00:14:25,320 That's true. 424 00:14:25,320 --> 00:14:26,960 It reminds us that we're not helpless. 425 00:14:26,960 --> 00:14:27,880 We have a voice. 426 00:14:27,880 --> 00:14:29,080 We can vote. 427 00:14:29,080 --> 00:14:30,640 And we can make a difference in our country. 428 00:14:30,640 --> 00:14:31,440 Exactly. 429 00:14:31,440 --> 00:14:32,760 So stay informed. 430 00:14:32,760 --> 00:14:33,840 Stay involved. 431 00:14:33,840 --> 00:14:35,080 And don't give up. 432 00:14:35,080 --> 00:14:36,840 We can create the future we want. 433 00:14:36,840 --> 00:14:37,800 Well said. 434 00:14:37,800 --> 00:14:39,600 So we'll leave you with this thought. 435 00:14:39,600 --> 00:14:40,840 How are you going to get involved? 436 00:14:40,840 --> 00:14:43,320 What will you do to make the world a better place? 437 00:14:43,320 --> 00:15:04,840 Until next time, keep diving deep.