How Biden is Quietly Sabotaging Trump’s Migration Mandate (Ep.91)
Bongino Report Early Edition with Evita
Deep Dive
Why did Matt Gaetz withdraw his nomination for Attorney General?
Matt Gaetz withdrew his nomination due to lack of support from four Republican senators: John Curtis of Utah, Susan Collins of Maine, Lisa Murkowski of Alaska, and Mitch McConnell of Kentucky.
What is Matt Gaetz's political ideology?
Matt Gaetz describes himself as a libertarian populist, blending traditionally right-wing and left-wing views, such as being pro-life and anti-trust, and opposing corruption in government agencies.
Why is Pam Bondi considered a controversial pick for Attorney General by the left?
Pam Bondi is considered controversial because she is seen as competent and effective, which the left fears, especially in areas like immigration where Florida has been aggressive in deportation policies.
What is the controversy surrounding Nancy Mace's transgender bathroom legislation?
Nancy Mace introduced legislation to prohibit men from entering women's bathrooms in the Capitol, which was met with backlash from transgender activists and the media, leading to death threats and harassment.
How did the Biden administration attempt to thwart Trump's immigration mandate?
The Biden administration is implementing new policies to loosen restrictions on illegal immigrants, such as launching an ICE portal app in NYC that allows migrants to bypass in-person check-ins, making it easier for them to evade authorities.
What was the outcome of Jussie Smollett's hate crime hoax case?
The Illinois Supreme Court dismissed Jussie Smollett's conviction for staging a hate crime in a 5-0 ruling, upholding a prior agreement that dropped criminal charges in exchange for a fine and community service.
Why is there a controversy over the casting of a mixed-race actress as Astrid in the live-action remake of 'How to Train Your Dragon'?
The controversy stems from the historical context of the Viking village, which traditionally consisted of Scandinavian people with blonde hair, leading to criticism of race-swapping in the remake.
- Matt Gaetz withdrew due to lack of support from John Curtis, Susan Collins, Lisa Murkowski, and Mitch McConnell.
- Gaetz's controversial figure and personal vendettas against him made it difficult to secure the nomination.
- Gaetz's ideology aligns with Trump's agenda to root out corruption and overhaul the DOJ.
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