The conversation critiques James Comey’s response to his indictment, mocking his claim to be eager to prove his innocence. The indictment, involving a photo of seashells, allegedly threatened President Trump, marking the second attempt to prosecute Comey. Matt criticizes the term “86,” used by Trump, as an overreaction, explaining it means “done with” in restaurant slang, not a call for assassination. Matt also defends free speech, arguing that while irresponsible rhetoric can be problematic, it should not be prosecuted.
Laurel Libby discussed the Maine gubernatorial race, highlighting Hannah Pingree’s press conference on rural healthcare. Pingree, a long-time establishment figure,…
Abdul El-Sayed's victory in Michigan's Democratic Senate primary is the latest and perhaps most significant evidence that the party's voters are looking to turn the page on establishment-backed politicians — even in must-win battlegrounds.
Embattled North Carolina Republican congressman Chuck Edwards withdrew from his reelection campaign on Wednesday, two days after the House Ethics Committee recommended he be censured for unprofessional and inappropriate conduct toward two young female aides in his office.
Moderate candidate U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens and progressive favorite Abdul El-Sayed were in a tight race for Michigan's Democratic U.S. Senate nomination in the early morning hours of Wednesday.
