Topic: Kathy

A wave of resignations and public scrutiny has hit high-profile figures named in the Epstein files, including Brad Karp of Paul and Weiss and Kathy Rumler of Goldman Sachs. International figures such as former Norwegian Prime Minister Thorbjørn Jagland and French politician Jack Lang are also implicated. These revelations have contributed to a global collapse of trust in government institutions and corporate leadership.

Casey Wasserman, chair of the LA 2028 Olympics, is stepping back from his business following the discovery of flirtatious emails to Ghislaine Maxwell. Similarly, former Obama White House counsel Kathy Ruemler is resigning from Goldman Sachs due to her personal ties to Epstein. Ruemler reportedly headed the bank's "reputational risk committee," a detail the hosts find highly ironic.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul and Attorney General Letitia James seek to implement Rule 2.13, which would allow the Department of Health to forcibly isolate individuals. State Senator George Borrello and attorney Bobby Ann Cox argue the rule violates the separation of powers and could apply to non-communicable conditions like food poisoning. Protesters gathered at an appeals court to oppose the potential for indefinite detention without prior legal counsel.

Linda Sun, a former top aide to New York Governors Kathy Hochul and Andrew Cuomo, has been arrested for acting as an unregistered foreign agent for the Chinese government. Sun and her husband are accused of receiving millions in kickbacks, luxury gifts, and properties in exchange for influencing state policy and blocking Taiwanese officials. The case is highlighted as a major instance of Chinese Communist Party infiltration into U.S. state government.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul is urging residents to get vaccinated against measles following outbreaks in 13 states and neighboring Ontario, Canada. Hochul claimed that vaccines have saved 60 million lives over the last 20 years and expressed concern over "vaccine hesitancy" and "disinformation." The state has launched a new web portal to provide information on the MMR vaccine, as current vaccination rates in New York are approximately 81%.

The Trump administration revoked approval for New York City's congestion toll plan, prompting a "sovereign identity" defense from Governor Kathy Hochul. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy stated the plan was a "slap in the face" to working-class Americans and small businesses.

Attorney General Pam Bondi announced a Department of Justice lawsuit against New York State and Governor Kathy Hochul over sanctuary city policies. The DOJ argues that New York's "Green Light" laws illegally prevent federal immigration officers from accessing citizenship status and criminal records. Bondi has also ordered a pause on all DOJ funds to cities that refuse to cooperate with federal immigration enforcement.

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) agents raided the home of Mark Longo to seize his pet squirrel, Peanut, and a raccoon named Fred. Despite Peanut being a social media star used to fund an animal sanctuary, authorities euthanized the animals citing rabies concerns. Longo criticized the state for sending eight officers to ransack his home over a licensed wildlife issue.

Governor Kathy Hochul released a statement attempting to tie New York Republican candidates to Donald Trump's platform. She characterized voting for Republicans as being "anti-woman" and "anti-American" due to their stances on abortion. The rhetoric is framed as a reminder to voters about the stakes of the upcoming election regarding American values.

New York City Mayor Eric Adams defended Donald Trump's right to hold a rally at Madison Square Garden, rejecting comparisons to Hitler and fascism. Adams called for a "dialing down of the temperature" in political discourse, despite criticism from Governor Kathy Hochul and other Democratic leaders.

The hosts discuss the new "Matlock" reboot starring Kathy Bates, noting a significant "twist" at the end of the pilot episode. While one host found the show fantastic and well-executed, another reported that their spouse hated it, leading to a discussion on how certain television tropes may appeal differently to men and women.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul possesses the legal authority to remove Mayor Eric Adams from office, a power that has never been exercised in the state's history. If Adams were to resign or be removed, the Public Advocate, Jumaane Williams, would serve as the temporary mayor. The political pressure on Adams continues to mount as prominent figures like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez call for his departure.

Vice President Kamala Harris has declined the invitation to the annual Al Smith Dinner, breaking a 40-year tradition of presidential candidates attending the Catholic charity event. Cardinal Timothy Dolan expressed disappointment, noting that even Walter Mondale's refusal in 1984 preceded a historic electoral loss. New York leaders like Chuck Schumer and Kathy Hochul are reportedly attempting to convince the Vice President to reconsider her decision.

Linda Sun, a former deputy chief of staff to New York Governors Andrew Cuomo and Kathy Hochul, was arrested for acting as an unregistered agent of the Chinese government. Prosecutors allege Sun and her husband, Chris Hu, received millions in kickbacks used to purchase a $3.5 million Long Island mansion and a Ferrari. Sun is accused of blocking Taiwanese officials from meeting with New York leadership and altering government messaging to favor Beijing.

The "Comics for Kamala" Zoom call is reviewed, featuring celebrities like Ben Stiller, Kathy Griffin, and Mark Hamill. Ben Stiller's comments about wishing he were Black and the "wave of energy" for Harris are mocked. The hosts highlight the low viewership numbers for the event despite the high-profile participants.

President Biden met with 25 Democratic governors at the White House to shore up support following his widely panned debate performance. While Governor Kathy Hochul expressed public support, the hosts note that Representative Lloyd Doggett has called for Biden to step aside, and they analyze Biden's physical gait and scripted radio interviews.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul warned residents of a "historic" heat wave, which the hosts argue is typical summer weather for the region. They critique media reports from "Climate Central" that blame carbon dioxide for creating a "wool blanket" effect, asserting that high temperatures are actually driven by barometric pressure and humidity.

A clip from Bill Maher's show featuring Kathy Griffin is analyzed, where a sarcastic remark about Democrats ruining the economy is misinterpreted by Griffin. The hosts criticize Maher for claiming that California's wildfires are caused by global warming, arguing instead that a cooler, drier climate is the actual cause. They characterize the exchange as a display of celebrity disinformation.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul faced intense criticism after stating at the Milken Institute that young Black children in the Bronx "don't even know what the word computer is." Critics labeled the remarks as patronizing and racist, pointing out that most children in the borough have access to smartphones and digital technology. The comments were highlighted as an example of elitist disconnect from urban reality.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul appeared on Al Sharpton's program to discuss the death of Officer Jonathan Diller and the state's crime statistics. Hochul defended her administration's efforts to adjust bail laws while claiming that crime is statistically down. Critics argue that changes in reporting methods and under-reporting by citizens make these official statistics unreliable.