cover of episode 802. Andy, Michael Faris & DJ CTI: Anderson Cooper Questions Kamala Harris, Debunking Trump's "Generals That Hitler Had" & BRICS

802. Andy, Michael Faris & DJ CTI: Anderson Cooper Questions Kamala Harris, Debunking Trump's "Generals That Hitler Had" & BRICS

2024/10/25
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Key Insights

Why did Michael Faris become involved in suing the TSA and airlines over mask mandates?

He had a medical mask exemption and was denied boarding despite showing a negative COVID test.

What specific regulations did Faris cite in his lawsuit against the airlines?

14 CFR 382 and the Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA), which prohibit discrimination.

Why was Faris placed on a terrorist watch list?

He filed a lawsuit against the TSA over mask mandate violations.

What was the outcome of Faris's lawsuit against the TSA?

He lost the case due to a lawyer's weak argument.

What is the current status of Faris's lawsuit against the airlines and CDC?

It is active in the Western District of Kentucky, with two charges sticking.

Why does Faris believe he is the last lawsuit standing against the airlines over mask mandates?

Other similar cases have been dismissed or are on appeal.

What was the social and psychological manipulation during COVID-19 according to the podcast?

It was a compliance test to see who would comply and who wouldn't, with plans to dispose of non-compliant individuals.

Why did the BRICS countries' meeting in Kazan concern the IMF?

They are moving to establish new payment and trade mechanisms bypassing Western structures.

What did Trump suggest about the possibility of eliminating federal taxes?

He proposed a return to tariffs instead of income taxes, citing historical economic success.

Chapters

Michael Faris discusses the legal battles over mask mandates and airline regulations during the COVID-19 pandemic. He delves into the constitutional implications and personal challenges faced when challenging federal agencies and airlines.
  • Airlines imposed mask mandates before federal regulations were in place.
  • Michael Faris faced legal challenges and was placed on a terrorist watch list for seeking mask exemptions.
  • The Air Carrier Access Act and other regulations were cited in legal arguments against airline practices.
  • Michael's ongoing lawsuit challenges the airlines' denial of his constitutional rights.
  • Public memory of the pandemic's restrictive measures is fading, yet the impact remains significant.

Shownotes Transcript

On Today's Episode, Andy & DJ are joined in the studio by Michael Faris. They discuss Anderson Cooper question Kamala Harris about that past 4 years, debunking false claims about Trump allegedly saying, "I need the kind of Generals that Hitler had" and this week's meeting of global finance chiefs in Washington.