Ep. 148 - Hunter Biden Indictment, Pornstar Politicians, Biden's Impeachment Inquiry, And More!

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00:00 - Hunter Biden Receives First Indictment

Federal prosecutors have indicted Hunter Biden on three gun-related charges, including falsifying information on a firearm purchase form. The first two counts, each carrying a maximum prison sentence of 10 years, accuse Hunter of completing a form falsely indicating he wasn't using illegal drugs when he bought a Colt Cobra revolver in October 2018. The third count alleges he possessed a firearm while using a narcotic, carrying a maximum prison sentence of 5 years.

6:00 - Gutter Politics or Have We Entered The Era of Pornstar Politicians? 

Democratic Virginia House of Delegates candidate Susanna Gibson blasted her opponents for engaging in “the worst gutter politics” after videos surfaced of her and her husband performing sexual acts online for tips.

Gibson, the 40-year-old nurse practitioner running in the state’s District 57 race, “hosted several live webcam shows on the adult streaming website Chaturbate”, the Washington Post revealed in a bombshell report Monday. Gibson in response called this “an illegal invasion of my privacy designed to humiliate me.”

9:40 - Trump Refuses To Pardon Himself

In an exclusive interview with NBC's "Meet the Press" moderator Kristen Welker, former President Donald Trump said that he considers it "very unlikely" that he would pardon himself in 2024 if he wins.

17:45 -  What Would Manchin Do? 

Senator Joe Manchin of West Virginia is keeping everyone guessing about his next move as the 2024 deadline for reelection or a presidential run looms. He's had some heart-to-heart talks with his family and even sought counsel from former President Bill Clinton, who cautioned him against a third-party presidential bid, fearing it could inadvertently aid Donald Trump.

41:50 -  My Impeachment Was Better Than Yours

On CNN's Anderson Cooper show, Pelosi stated that former President Donald Trump would bring back "a criminal enterprise" to the White House. She said, "It cannot happen, or we will not be the United States of America." Then, she began discussing House politics related to the shutdown. With the budget bill at a standstill and a government shutdown looming, Speaker Kevin McCarthy initiated an impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden without a full House vote. 

57:00 - Is Nancy on Kamala’s Side

Nancy Pelosi seemed to offer a less-than-ringing endorsement when asked if Kamala Harris was the best running mate for Joe Biden next year, saying: “He thinks so, and that’s what matters.” But the former US House speaker also had praise for the vice-president, telling CNN: “And, by the way, she’s very politically astute. I don’t think people give her enough credit.”

1:14:00 -  Massive Flood in Libya

This week's catastrophic flooding in northeastern Libya has claimed over 5,500 lives, but the toll may soar further. Derna's mayor fears up to 20,000 casualties. Mediterranean Storm Daniel unleashed fierce winds and torrential rains, breaching dams, devastating homes, and engulfing entire neighborhoods.

1:16:15 - #SmokeWeedEveryday

The White House is actively promoting President Biden's mass marijuana pardon efforts through the "Fight for Our Freedom" campaign, targeting young voters ahead of the upcoming election.

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