It Could Happen Here Executive Disorder: Bovino Calls It Quits, Prairieland Trial, War on Iran Continues
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Mar 20, 2026 They dig into harassment of journalists by prediction-market bettors and how that warped coverage. The Prairieland federal trial and surprising legal tactics around protests get a close look. Strikes on major gas fields and disruptions to LNG exports and shipping in the Strait of Hormuz are detailed. U.S. military moves to the Middle East and a sudden political resignation round out the conversation.
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Gregory Bovino Retirement Amid Controversial Remarks
- Gregory Bovino, a longtime Border Patrol leader, announced retirement amid controversy.
- Hosts tied his exit to earlier comments about Alex Preti and his removal from interior enforcement leadership under the current administration.
Prediction Markets Drive Targeted Harassment Of Journalists
- Prediction markets create financial incentives to harass and pressure frontline reporters.
- Robert Evans described how Polymarket bettors threatened Israeli journalist Emmanuel Fabian after he posted missile footage to sway market resolution.
Material Support Charges Can Encompass Fireworks And Group Planning
- Federal material support charges can cover common protest items and actions.
- The hosts noted fireworks were treated as explosives and Pinkerton instructions tied co-defendants to foreseeable violent acts like Song's shooting.