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Donald Trump's bank account is feeling lighter than his hairdo after a New York judge slapped him with a $355 million penalty for inflating his wealth. And former FBI informant Alexander Smirnov is accused of fabricating a bribery scheme involving President Joe Biden and Hunter Biden. Plus, the FCC is putting its foot down on AI-generated robocalls, and George Santos is suing Jimmy Kimmel over some Cameo video pranks. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/its-news-to-us/message

The courts have ruled against Donald Trump, declaring he cannot claim presidential immunity to avoid prosecution for his efforts to overturn the 2020 election results. This pivotal decision not only puts Trump's legal strategy in jeopardy but also primes the stage for a potential Supreme Court battle that could redefine the scope of executive power.  Plus, a critical Atlantic Ocean current system is showing early signs of collapse, Ozzy takes on Kayne West, and guest Jason Lamb, author of the book NoMeansNo: From Obscurity to Oblivion, which details the journey of the best punk and most influential bands you’ve probably never heard of. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/its-news-to-us/message

Multifaceted designer, illustrator, and writer, Jefferey Everett. Under the alias Rockets are Red, Jeffrey has crafted designs for bands like Social Distortion, Flogging Molly, Foo Fighters, Jason Mraz, Flight of the Conchords, Gaslight Anthem, Lou Reed, Iggy Pop, The Bouncing Souls, New Found Glory, A Day to Remember, among others. Plus… King Charles III is donning his bravest face as he embarks on a cancer treatment journey, proving that even monarchs aren't immune to life's curveballs. Switching scenes to the U.S. Supreme Court, where the legal drama over Donald Trump's ballot eligibility turns into an episode of "Law & Order: Presidential Unit." Thanks to a long-forgotten constitutional clause, we're on the edge of our seats waiting to see if insurrection is a no-go for presidential hopefuls. Plus, a tale of teenage tomfoolery turns serious with a 17-year-old's swatting spree goes awry, a sleep apnea machine is more nightmare than dream-catcher, and more. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/its-news-to-us/message

First up, we examine the landmark legal battle involving former President Donald Trump and writer E. Jean Carroll, where Trump is ordered to pay a staggering $83.3 million in defamation damages. We then pivot to the shocking developments in Vince McMahon's career, following serious allegations that have led to his resignation from TKO, and more. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/its-news-to-us/message

A bombshell about AI impacting 40% of jobs and deepening inequality. Plus, more AI news in New Hampshire with a Biden deepfake robocall asking voters not to show up at the polls. And for a dose of hope, we explore a groundbreaking cancer vaccine making strides in clinical trials. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/its-news-to-us/message

Guest Doc Coyle from rock group Bad Wolves, and all the latest headlines, including: Adam Schiff's bold plan to transform American democracy and the controversial decision by some states to skip summer food assistance for children. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/its-news-to-us/message

We start at the Supreme Court, where justices are deciding DJT's 2024 ballot fate.  Then, we're shifting gears to the latest Boeing 737 Max debacle. With a side of the plane missing mid-flight, it's a new take on 'extra legroom.'  Then, we're stirring into Starbucks' new initiative to get customers to BYOC (Bring Your Own Cup). It's part environmental crusade, part logistical puzzle. How will this play out in the drive-thru line?  And, we'll delve into the Biden administration's proposed rule change for gig workers. From Uber to DoorDash, the employment landscape might be in for a seismic shift. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/its-news-to-us/message

Congress is buzzing about UFOs – sorry, we mean "UAPs" (Unidentified Aerial Phenomena). Chuck Schumer and Senator Mike Rounds are leading the charge to declassify top-secret government UFO files, but it seems like not everyone is on board.  A wild twist in the saga of conspiracy kingpin Alex Jones. He's offering $55 million to the Sandy Hook families he wronged with his outrageous claims. Plus, Rudy Giuliani takes another legal hit for his election antics in Georgia, and guests Oxymorrons join the conversation to promote their debut album, Melanin Punk. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/its-news-to-us/message

Let's kick off with Donald Trump's legal tango in Colorado, where he dances away with a court win. It's like watching a reality show, but the stakes are actual democracy, and the drama is disappointingly real. Moving on to the Capitol, where Congress miraculously avoided a government shutdown. It's like watching a group of toddlers successfully bake a cake – messy, surprising, and you're just relieved the house didn't burn down. And then, there's Joe Biden, hitting 81. In the White House, that's less 'elder statesman' and more 'antique with experience'. It's like your grandfather running a marathon – impressive, but you're slightly concerned for his wellbeing. Speaking of wellbeing, Trump's health update is in! He's reportedly in excellent health, which, considering his lifestyle, is as baffling as finding out that Bigfoot is not only real but also your pilates instructor. On to the courts, where the 8th Circuit's decision on the Voting Rights Act has us wondering if they're trying to make legal history or just confuse historians in the future. Finally, we've got Biden pardoning turkeys, because nothing says 'American politics' quite like sparing two birds from becoming dinner. It's a tradition that's as whimsical as it is utterly, delightfully bizarre. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/its-news-to-us/message

We're slicing through the legalese to bring you the skinny on Trump's New York testimony — a spectacle where the only thing shorter than the answers are the judge's patience. Switching gears, we unpack the saga of Sam Bankman-Fried, the crypto wunderkind turned cautionary tale, whose courtroom drama could fill a ledger thicker than his now-defunct FTX's balance sheets. And a deep dive into the digital dismantling of a website that's caused quite the stir for House Speaker Mike Johnson. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/its-news-to-us/message

This week: Rep. Mike Johnson's ascension to House Speaker — a man so enigmatic, even Russian TV can't resist being charmed. Meanwhile, Trump attorney Sidney Powell's courtroom revelations are serving more twists than a pretzel stand. And, in the realm of tech, President Biden strides forward, laying the groundwork for AI's future — ensuring robots serve us, not the other way around. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/its-news-to-us/message

A Federal Judge drops the mic with a sassy gag order on a certain politician. Rep. Jim Jordan is trying to round up his Republican pals for support, but with Rep. Steve Scalise's unexpected exit stage left, will he hit the right note or fall flat? George Santos is facing the music. With a whopping 23 charges against him, including the classic hits "Wire Fraud" and "Identity Theft," it seems he's charting on the "Top Legal Troubles" list. But wait, there's a remix - he allegedly fibbed to the Federal Election Commission. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/its-news-to-us/message

Guest: BandLab Artist of the Month, When The Sun Sets Plus: the recent Israel-Gaza conflict took a grim turn as Hamas, the Palestinian militant group, initiated an attack of unparalleled magnitude last Saturday. This offensive is labeled the most devastating Israel has seen in the last half-century. Tragically, over 900 lives in Israel have been lost. Concurrently, the Palestinian territories, including Gaza and the West Bank, report nearly 687 casualties. In a twist of international espionage and politics, former President Donald Trump's previous sharing of classified intelligence with Russian officials has been spotlighted, especially in light of the recent Hamas assault on Israel. The question lingers: Did Trump's intel leak play a role? Lastly, we switch gears to Trump's current legal battles. Drawing parallels to the notorious Fyre Festival's strategies, Team Trump appears to be banking on chaos rather than clarity. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/its-news-to-us/message

Former President Donald Trump made a courtroom cameo. With hair as defying as his defense, the trial kicked off with potential consequences that could send some of his prized real estate properties into the "you're fired" zone. The government shutdown is officially...not happening. With a temporary deal in place, they've managed to keep the lights on... at least until November 17th. Consider it the legislative equivalent of "we'll just order pizza for now." Lastly, the House Republicans seem to be taking notes from 'Game of Thrones' – but with less dragons and more drama. As some plot to oust Matt Gaetz, Gaetz himself is making moves against Kevin McCarthy. Who will remain standing when the music stops? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/its-news-to-us/message

First up, we tackle the curious case of Hunter Biden, who seems to have taken multitasking to a whole new level. He's been indicted for the "possession of a gun while using narcotics." But are the charges bogus? Next, the "United Auto Workers Strike," where an army of autoworkers is causing quite the commotion. 13,000 workers across GM, and Ford factories are demanding better treatment. Matt Gaetz is flirting with the idea of running for Florida Governor. Which is odd because he usually only flights with things that are underage. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/its-news-to-us/message