Show Notes
Sarah and Beth break down the pervasive corruption in the Trump administration, from White House renovations to rare earth mineral deals, and cover:
Alina Habba, Ric Grenell, and high-dollar pardons
How White House renovations became a marketplace for influence, with major corporations making anonymous, tax-deductible donations
The scale of government contracts and rare earth mineral deals tied to the Trump family and allies
The impact of unchecked corruption on public trust and the upcoming midterm elections
Outside of Politics: Kelly Clarkson's viral feud with a Brooklyn shop over a mechanical bird
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