Pantsuit Politics

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Sarah and Beth discuss President Trump's racist meme-posting and why it's landing differently this time. Next, we contrast that with Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show. Plus, we discuss elite incompetence at institutions like the Washington Post, the latest Epstein file releases, Super Bowl ads, and a little football.
Topics Discussed
President Trump Shares a Racist Meme
Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Halftime Show

The Washington Post layoffs and Bezos’s priorities

The Epstein files illustrate a moral bankruptcy

Outside of Politics: The Super Bowl commercials (and a little football)

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Sarah and Beth dig into why China suddenly feels both harder to understand and more important to pay attention to — from Xi Jinping's latest purges of military leadership to what his consolidating power means for the U.S. They also sit down with veteran journalist Jane Perlez to discuss what Americans get wrong about China. Plus, they talk about where they would hypothetically set up Pantsuit Politics International.
Topics Discussed
What We’re Missing On China

Jane Perlez on Trade, President Xi, and the Future of China

Outside of Politics: Pantsuit Politics International

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Today we're discussing rampant corruption and speculation in the Trump administration. From UAE interests investing in Trump companies days before his second inauguration, apparent payment for pardons, and Amazon's outsized investment and promotion in the Melania "documentary." We also discuss the ways that Federal Courts are pushing back on ICE enforcement throughout the US.
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Topics Discussed
UAE Corruption Scandal
Bitcoin, Chips, and Pardons
Federal Courts vs. ICE
Outside of Politics: The Grammys

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We're delighted to be joined by Senator Andy Kim to discuss what Congress can and should be doing to respond to the nation's current crises. Plus, we discuss the need for accountability, the importance of community engagement, and the impact of corruption on our governmental systems. Outside of politics, you won't want to miss hearing about the Senator's many delightful hobbies.
Topics Discussed
Senator Andy Kim on the Role of Congress
Outside of Politics: Movies, Music, and Bagels

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