Trump's $230M Check to Himself?! w/ Josh Marshall
October 22, 2025
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as posted by the channelTPM's Josh Marshall joins the show to discuss the escalating chaos of the Trump administration's second term, spotlighting recent developments including the controversial demolition of the East Wing of the White House to build a gaudy ballroom and an eyebrow-raising $230 million check written to Trump by a cabinet official. The conversation explores how these impulsive and audacious actions—while seemingly peripheral—may have deeper political consequences than more structured efforts like Project 2025. The discussion touches on the unchecked power dynamics at play, parallels to imperial overreach, and the unsettling normalization of erratic governance. Shifting to electoral politics, Marshall offers insights into the Maine Senate primary and broader party strategies, while also considering the potential of grassroots resistance exemplified by massive protests and how these could translate into voter mobilization and long-term political organizing.
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