News and Politics

Sean Spicer Resigns from White House Press Secretary Post

July 21, 2017 by GregC

White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer has resigned from his position. Sarah Huckabee Sanders will take over his position, but he will stay on staff until the end of August. His resignation follows the addition of Anthony Scaramucci to the Trump team as White House Communications Director. — Jenna Suchyta

College Fights Back, Trump Pursuing Pardons? OJ’s ‘Conflict-Free Life’

July 21, 2017 by GregC

Jim Geraghty of the National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America applaud Claremont McKenna College in California for defending free speech rights and punishing students who attempted to prevent a guest from speaking on campus. Reports claim that President Donald Trump has asked for specifics on his powers to pardon aides, family members, and even himself, leading Jim to ask when the president will stop making life more difficult for himself and allow the investigation to run its course. They call into question the genuinenss of OJ Simpson’s contrition after he was granted parole on Thursday and Jim makes a bold prediction about OJ’s future.

CA Dem Dissension, Healthcare Exasperation, Hill Staffers’ Crimes Exposed

July 14, 2017 by GregC

Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America pop the popcorn as California Democrats resort to infighting over whether the state’s Democrat-dominated government is doing enough to please progressives. They are frustrated by the GOP’s inability to make progress in healthcare reform, as Jim scolds moderates for constantly moving the goalposts, and some conservatives for demanding a perfect bill. And they are repulsed by two former congressional staffers charged with disseminating nude photos of U.S. Virgin Islands Delegate Stacey Plaskett but also note the story stands as a cautionary tale of poor judgment.

Trump Jr. Turmoil, McConnell Delays Recess, Bourgeois Brooks

July 12, 2017 by GregC

Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America groan over Donald Trump Jr.’s stunningly poor judgment and apparent willingness to seek campaign assistance from a foreign government, while also lamenting the continued media hysteria over these latest revelations. They are wary of Mitch McConnell’s decision to delay the traditional August recess, worrying that it might not be very productive and, therefore, more damaging to an already embarrassed GOP. Finally, in a discussion of David Brooks’ controversial column about class divisions in America that features a bizarre anecdote about sandwich elitism, Jim admits that he himself is, to quote Shakespeare, “lowly taught, but highly fed.”

Missile Test Success

July 11, 2017 by GregC

The U.S. successfully tested a Terminal High Altitude Area Defense, or T-H-A-A-D system Tuesday. According to Fox News, the test took place over Alaska and marks the 14^th successful launch of this system. T-H-A-A-D systems are designed to intercept short and intermediate range missiles, and the process is described as “shooting down a bullet with another bullet”. This success comes on the heels of last week’s North Korean Intercontinental Ballistic Missile launch. Officials are pleased with the results of the test and the personnel conducting it. ~Sarah Schutte

U.S.-Russian Ceasefire in Syria

July 7, 2017 by GregC

The U.S. and Russia have reached a ceasefire agreement in southwestern Syria. The agreement also includes Israel and Jordan. Sec. of State Rex Tillerson calls the agreement the “first indication of U.S. and Russia being able to work together in Syria.” — Jenna Suchyta

Putin Criticizes Trump’s Use of Sanctions, Protectionism

July 6, 2017 by GregC

Russian President Vladimir Putin wrote an article for a German newspaper that indirectly attacked the Trump’s policy on trade. The article condemned the use of “doomed” policies, such as economic sanctions and trade protectionism, that have been championed by the Trump administration. — Jenna Suchyta

G20 Protests in Hamburg Get Violent

July 6, 2017 by GregC

Protests in Germany over the G20 Summit on Friday became violent as police clashed with hooded anti-capitalist protesters. The protesters threw bottles and rocks at police vehicles. — Jenna Suchyta

Haley Hits Hard, Scalise Status Ignored, Fury of the 1%

July 6, 2017 by GregC

Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America cheer UN Ambassador Nikki Haley in her firm-handed approach to the security threat posed by North Korea, specifically regarding China’s refusal to cooperate with UN resolutions against the isolated nation. They also express frustration with national media over their lack of coverage of Rep. Steve Scalise’s condition as he returns to the ICU. Finally, they highlight that most of those protesting Trump’s presidency are among the most wealthy in the DC area.

Sanctuary City Smackdown, Illinois Financial Fiasco, ‘Fake News’ Feedback

June 30, 2017 by GregC

Ian Tuttle of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America celebrate the House passing “Kate’s Law” and agreeing to further crackdowns on sanctuary cities. They also discuss the dismal financial prospects of Illinois, which has racked up massive amounts of debt and that additional tax increases cannot solve despite the insistence of Democrats. And they contemplate the partisan fallout if Twitter releases a “fake news” button for its site. Finally, they extol the genius of America as they prepare to celebrate Independence Day and the Three Martini Lunch pauses until July 5.