Topic: Luxury Hotels

A federal judge denied New York City's request for the immediate return of $80 million in FEMA funds that were allegedly used to house illegal immigrants in luxury hotels. The hosts contrast this with the ongoing neglect of Americans in Western North Carolina, who are still living in tents following hurricane damage. They call for the President to visit the region and provide real assistance to ignored citizens.

The opening of the Peninsula Hotel in Paris is discussed, with rooms starting at $2,000 a night. The hosts view this as a sign of extreme wealth concentration among a small global elite. They compare this to the rising costs of living in New York and Austin, expressing concern that Austin is becoming a "crap hole" due to rapid, high-end growth.