5 chapters across the catalog
Chicago Police shifted the trajectory of their investigation into the alleged attack on actor Jussie Smollett after two brothers claimed Smollett paid them $3,500 to orchestrate the event. The brothers reportedly purchased the rope used in the incident at a hardware store and were promised additional payment upon their return from Nigeria. The hosts reflect on their initial skepticism of the story, citing the extreme weather conditions in Chicago at the time of the reported assault.
CNN hosts Chris Cuomo and Don Lemon engaged in a lengthy discussion regarding the symbolism of the MAGA hat following a San Francisco restaurateur's ban on the headwear. The network's focus on the hat's perceived association with racism and birtherism is criticized as a distraction from significant global news. The segment argues that such coverage prioritizes identity politics over substantive reporting on events in Europe or Venezuela.
Covington Catholic High School, Nathan Phillips Viral Video Controversy
A viral video involving students from Covington Catholic High School and Native American elder Nathan Phillips sparked national outrage and accusations of racism. Initial media reports focused on the students wearing MAGA hats, but subsequent footage provided context that challenged the original narrative. Twitter suspended the account that first amplified the video, while several media figures issued apologies for rush-to-judgment commentary.
Red MAGA Hats, Angela Rye Triggered by Political Symbols
Commentator Angela Rye expressed being "triggered" by the sight of red Make America Great Again hats, suggesting the symbol represents policies that compromise friendships. The discussion posits that the media has successfully branded the color red and the MAGA hat as inherently racist. Comparisons are made to red souvenir hats from the Great Wall of China to illustrate the broad association of the color with controversial political themes.
The hosts settle on "Make Australia Great Again" as the favorite title for the upcoming tour. They discuss potential merchandise, such as green and gold hats, and how the slogan could be used to provocatively engage with Australian media regarding local issues like gun control.
