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Aug 2024
32m 46s

Preet Bharara on Trump’s Endless Legal J...

THE LINCOLN PROJECT
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Rick Wilson interviews Preet Bharara on Trump’s alleged ten million Egyptian bribe, as well as his ongoing corruption and legal troubles. They also dive into the impact of Kamala Harris’s campaign, attacks on her identity, and the crucial 2024 election.  Follow Preet Bharara on X @PreetBharara, listen to his podcast - “Stay Tuned With Preet” - on your favor ... Show More
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