Topic: Richie Torres

2 chapters across the catalog

Spicy Mode
Episode 1833 17:07 - 19:39

1833: Spicy Mode

US Treasury Control, Venezuelan Oil Revenue Order

President Trump signed an executive order placing Venezuelan oil revenue into US Treasury accounts to prevent legal claims by courts and ensure political stability. Representative Richie Torres proposed the Public Integrity in Financial Prediction Markets Act of 2026 to prevent administration officials from profiting via prop bets on military or diplomatic actions.

Super Duper
Episode 1636 2:20:32 - 2:23:43

1636: Super Duper

Progressive Caucus Split Over Israel-Hamas War

New York Congressman Ritchie Torres has left the Congressional Progressive Caucus due to disagreements over the Israel-Hamas war. Torres and other members previously voted to censure Representative Rashida Tlaib for her use of the phrase "from the river to the sea." The split highlights growing tension within the Democratic party as the caucus pressures President Biden to call for a ceasefire.