Topic: John Lucas

Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard announced her resignation to support her husband, who was diagnosed with a rare bone cancer. Aaron Lucas will serve as the acting director, though critics note the lack of Senate-confirmed leadership in key intelligence positions during the conflict with Iran. The hosts discuss the media's portrayal of her departure and her history of clashing with the intelligence establishment.

Reports from NBC and other outlets indicate a surge in coronavirus hospitalizations in states that reopened early, such as Texas and Arizona. Dr. Anthony Fauci described the situation as his "worst nightmare," while the hosts expressed skepticism regarding the cause of the uptick. The segment transitions into a musical tribute to Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany produced by John Lucas.

The hosts sign off from Austin and Silicon Valley, thanking their producers and end-of-show mixers like John Lucas and Tom Starkweather. They reiterate their commitment to independent deconstruction and promise to return on Sunday. The episode concludes with a full version of the "Kayleigh" love song and a montage of news clips regarding COVID-19 and civil unrest.