Uh, some other news. A January 6th rier who was pardoned by President Trump has been arrested and charged with making a credible death threat against Democratic House Minority Leader Hakee Jeff. According to court documents, the FBI alerted New York State Police over the weekend that 34year-old Christopher Moahan allegedly sent text messages stating he planned to target Jeff at an event in New York City, writing, quote, "I cannot allow this terrorist to live." and quote, "I will kill him for the future." Th ...

Film & Entertainment Industry Trends - Apple postponed the release of "The Savant" due to potentially triggering imagery following a political assassination [1][2][3] - Jessica Chastain expressed disagreement with Apple's decision, emphasizing the series' relevance and the courage of those preventing violence [4][5] - The entertainment industry faces increasing pressure in a politically charged environment, drawing parallels to the McCarthy era [5][7] - Hollywood is aware of First Amendment rights being impinged, referencing the Jimmy Kimmel situation [16] Political Commentary & Societal Impact - The speaker warns of a potential shift towards autocracy in the US within a year, emphasizing the need to protect democracy [8] - Concerns are raised about potential voter suppression tactics, including military presence at polling booths [10][11] - The importance of educating the public about the value of democracy and the potential consequences of losing it is highlighted [12][13] - Autocrats need control of the media and military control of the streets [17]

Political Commentary & Media - The report discusses accusations that political figures are making false statements and engaging in divisive behavior on social media [3][4][5][6] - It highlights concerns about assigning blame and making political points before investigations are complete, particularly in the wake of tragedies [9][10][19] - The analysis points out a perceived disparity in reactions from political figures and media outlets depending on the political affiliation of alleged perpetrators in violent incidents [15][16][17] - The report mentions accusations against a specific political figure for allegedly coordinating with media to remove someone from the air [1][7] Data & Statistics on Political Violence - The report references data indicating that 75% of political violence over the past 20 years has come from the right [4] - Mentions studies (KO, CSIS) showing domestic terrorism is predominantly right-wing [5][13] - The report cites figures indicating 391 murders attributed to right-wing extremism since 1975 [13]

Political Violence Trend - Researchers observe a shift from a nearly 50-year pattern of political violence [1] - The era of violent populism is predicted to worsen before improving [1]

US Politics & Media - Jimmy Kimmel's late-night chat show has been suspended [1] - Discussion on whether the American left has become more supportive of political violence [1] Financial Policy - The Federal Reserve has cut interest rates [1]

US-China Relations & Trade - The US administration is engaging with China on issues like trade abuses, intellectual property theft, and military provocations, with TikTok being a key concern [4] - The previous administration used tariffs to bring China to the negotiating table, aiming to lower tariffs and non-tariff barriers [4][9] - The current administration's industrial policy, including tariffs on allies and adversaries, is viewed as inconsistent with pro-growth policies [9] TikTok & National Security - A US committee previously recommended banning or selling TikTok to an American entity due to privacy and security threats [5] - Concerns remain about China's continued ownership or operation of TikTok, particularly regarding its algorithm [6] - The US administration is urged to ensure China releases control of TikTok's algorithm, or the app should be banned [7] Political Discourse & Violence - Political violence should be universally condemned, regardless of political affiliation [14] - There is concern about the left's perceived willingness to celebrate or accept political violence [16] - Leaders are called upon to denounce political violence and promote civility in public discourse [16][12]

The economy is also casting a shadow over budget talks in Washington amid the threat of a government shutdown. Republican leaders released a short-term spending package, aiming to pass it before the October 1st deadline. The bill, however, does not address some of the Democrats top concerns, including issues surrounding the Affordable Care Act.Joe, to talk about that and much more, let's bring in Democratic Senator from New York, Minority Leader Chuck Schumer. Leader Schumer, thank you so much for being wit ...

Political Violence & Rhetoric - The report addresses the issue of political violence in America, emphasizing the need to stop blaming one side or the other [1] - A study by the KO Institute found that terrorists from the right were responsible for six times more deaths than those from the left [1] - The report highlights the concern that the president is dividing Americans instead of uniting them [1] - The discussion includes examples of political violence from both the left and the right, urging against a "tit for tat" approach [1] - The report criticizes the mocking and ridiculing of political targets, referencing the attack on Paul Pelosi [7][8][9][11] Free Speech & Extremism - The report emphasizes the importance of free speech and open debate, referencing Charlie Kirk's advocacy for these principles [2][3] - It notes the concern that some on the hard right are engaging in cancel culture and stifling free speech [1] - The report suggests that the vast majority of Americans (90-99%) are horrified and disgusted by political violence [17] Call for Unity & Leadership - The report calls for a president who will bring the country together instead of tearing it apart [13][14][15] - It expresses hope that the president will move past division and work towards unity [1][14] - The report suggests that finger-pointing and scapegoating are ineffective and that Americans appreciate a president who unites them [15]

Political Violence & Free Speech - The report condemns political violence as an attack on free speech and American democracy [1] - The report highlights multiple instances of political violence against individuals from both sides of the political spectrum [1] - The report criticizes those who condone or downplay political violence depending on the victim's political affiliation [2] Hypocrisy & Double Standards - The report accuses some individuals of hypocrisy for selectively condemning political violence [1][2] - The report points out the selective outrage regarding political violence, depending on the victim's political affiliation [1] Call for Consistency - The report calls for a consistent condemnation of political violence, regardless of the victim's or perpetrator's political affiliation [2] - The report emphasizes that celebrating political violence is unacceptable [2]

Political Commentary & Accusations - Senator Whitehouse accuses Cash Patel of mishandling his office and creating an "enemies list," alleging adverse actions against 20 out of 60 individuals on the list within seven months [2][3][4] - The Senator suggests Patel's actions are performative, aimed at pleasing President Trump [2][3] - The Senator believes Patel is not answering truthfully regarding the existence of an "enemies list" [3] FBI & National Security Concerns - Senator Whitehouse expresses concern that the FBI's work and American safety are at risk due to firings, loss of expertise, and the systematic dismantling of efforts against Russian interference [5][6][7] - The Senator highlights the potential damage to the FBI from removing experts and hindering complex investigations, particularly those related to Russia [6] Political Violence & Accountability - The Senator emphasizes the importance of condemning violence regardless of the victim and criticizes using violence to attack political opponents [8][9] - The Senator criticizes the hypocrisy of VP Vance's comments on violent ideology, given the events of January 6th [10][11]