The hosts review the initial reports surrounding actor Jussie Smollett, who claimed to be the victim of a racially motivated attack in Chicago during a period of extreme sub-zero temperatures. They question the logistics of the alleged assault occurring at 2:00 AM in 20-below-zero weather in the affluent Streeterville neighborhood. The segment highlights the lack of immediate evidence regarding the reported "lynching" attempt involving a rope and MAGA hats.

