Topic: James York

The New York Attorney General's lawsuit against Donald Trump for allegedly inflating asset values to secure bank loans has received international coverage, including in Australia. The case involves the release of older video depositions that are now being used in current legal proceedings. The segment frames the ongoing litigation as a form of political entertainment for global audiences.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul and Attorney General Letitia James are appealing a court ruling that blocked "Rule 2.13," which would allow the Department of Health to forcibly isolate individuals suspected of carrying communicable diseases. Critics argue the rule violates the separation of powers and lacks due process, as individuals could be detained without prior notice or legal counsel. The rule would apply to a wide range of conditions, including toxic shock syndrome.

Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul prepares to take over as New York's first female governor, promising to end the "toxic work environment" of the Cuomo era. The hosts also discuss Attorney General Letitia James's report, which included the phrase "working a grope line" to describe Cuomo's behavior at public events. They reflect on the Cuomo family legacy and the fall of Mario Cuomo's sons.

New York Times science writer James Gorman authored an article comparing "mask slipping" to "man-spreading," suggesting that men are more likely to let their masks fall below their noses. The piece argues that while masks slip for everyone, there is a perceived gendered component to the refusal to wear masks correctly in public spaces like grocery stores and subways.

Tucker Carlson accused The New York Times of attempting to dox his family's home address to intimidate him. Carlson recounted previous incidents where protesters harassed his family at their home. The hosts speculate on Carlson's future at Fox News, suggesting that the network's leadership, including James Murdoch, may be looking to move him to the Fox Nation app.

The New York Times faced internal revolt from staff after publishing an op-ed by Senator Tom Cotton advocating for military intervention to stop rioting. The backlash led to the resignation of editorial page editor James Bennet and a public apology from the paper. This incident is cited as evidence that millennial activists have taken control of legacy media institutions, prioritizing social justice over traditional journalistic standards.

Federal prosecutors admitted that jailhouse surveillance video from the night of Jeffrey Epstein's first suicide attempt no longer exists due to technical errors and improper preservation. The FBI determined the footage was not on the backup system, leading to skepticism regarding the official narrative. The daughter of James Comey is noted as a special prosecutor involved in the case at the Southern District of New York.

The New York Times reports that the FBI opened an investigation into whether Donald Trump was a Russian asset following the firing of James Comey. The hosts discuss the gravity of this claim and pivot to a lighter anecdote about TSA workers at the Denver Airport singing folk songs during the government shutdown.

Sarah Jeong's appointment to the New York Times editorial board is examined following the resurfacing of her past tweets regarding white men. Her background in technology journalism at The Verge and her speech at Harvard Law School are analyzed, with focus on her views that the internet is "implicitly organized around how white men see the world."

A new undercover video from Project Veritas features Desiree Hsu, a senior staff editor at NewYorkTimes.com, discussing internal bias against President Trump and Vice President Pence. In the recording, Hsu describes the president as an "oblivious idiot" and suggests that journalists write about the administration's "insanity" to influence public opinion. The hosts debate the ethics of "off-the-record" conversations in undercover reporting.

Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein issued a statement cautioning the public against relying on anonymous sources in news reports regarding the Russia investigation. This follows several high-profile retractions and denials, including claims that James Comey asked for more resources before being fired. The hosts argue that major media outlets like CNN and The New York Times are frequently using unidentified sources to push inaccurate narratives.

Details regarding the gunman James Hodgkinson and his inquiry about the political affiliation of the baseball players are examined. The New York Times is criticized for a previous article that detailed the specific security habits and locations of Capitol Police during morning practices. The segment questions the safety implications of publishing such specific logistical information about government officials.

James Comey admitted during his testimony that a February 14th New York Times article regarding Trump campaign collusion with Russia was "in the main" not true. The testimony confirmed that at the time of his firing, Donald Trump was not personally under investigation, contradicting months of media speculation regarding active measures and wiretapping.

Austin divorce lawyer Becky Beaver posted on social media about joining the March for Science, which the hosts characterize as a social mixer. Beaver shared a New York Times article suggesting James Comey's actions influenced Hillary Clinton's election loss. The hosts also critique the New York Times website's visual design, specifically an animated GIF of the Uber CEO.

A segment dedicated to the show's "Value for Value" model features significant donations from listeners. The Grand Duke from Tigard, Oregon, and James York are recognized for their contributions. New knights, including the Knight of Steel and Oystein Berge, are officially inducted into the No Agenda Roundtable.

Dwayne Melanson and James Spitzer are officially knighted into the No Agenda Roundtable. The hosts then discuss a reported missile launch off the coast of South Padre Island, Texas. A New York Times editor reportedly dismissed the event as an optical illusion or a contrail, a claim the hosts reject based on visual evidence of a flame at the base of the object.