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Aug 2023
56m 36s

Are Republicans About To Impeach Biden?

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Friend of the Pod Alyssa Mastromonaco joins Dan to discuss the latest impeachment madness from the Kevin McCarthy, the Right's plan to destroy government as we know it, and whether Trump miiiight be exaggerating about being more popular than Michael Jackson. Then, Hawaii Senator Mazie Hirono joins the show to talk about recovery efforts in Maui, and Alyssa and Dan answer questions from listeners.

To support people impacted by the wildfires in Hawaii, visit the Hawaii Community FoundationThe People’s Fund of Maui, and the Maui Humane Society.

 

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