The Daily Beans Refried | When Introverts Attack (feat. Leigh McGowan, Brian Tyler Cohen, & Sean Savett) | 10/31/2023
Nov 2, 2025
In this lively discussion, Sean Savett, former Deputy Spokesperson for the White House National Security Council, delves into U.S. priorities for Ukraine and Israel, emphasizing their significance for national security. Leigh McGowan, known as 'I Am Politics Girl', shares insights on Wisconsin’s political landscape and the importance of the upcoming Justice Defended event. Together, they tackle issues like voter purges, reproductive rights, and the urgent need for unified foreign aid funding, all while showcasing the power of civic engagement.
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Mass Voter Removals In Virginia
- Virginia's Youngkin administration removed about 3,400 qualified voters due to a software error that misread probation as new felonies.
- The shifting explanations and scale of the purge raised concerns and prompted calls for a federal Voting Rights Act probe.
Court Fight And High-Profile Indictment
- The show recounts several news stories including a January 6 defendant attacking agents in court and a former North Dakota senator indicted on child-porn charges.
- These incidents highlight ongoing legal fallout from violent extremism and alleged crimes by public figures.
Ivanka's Role In Asset Valuations
- Forbes reporting shows Ivanka Trump participated in efforts to inflate asset values and misstate details during meetings with journalists.
- Her forthcoming testimony may strengthen New York AG claims that the Trump family misrepresented property values and liabilities.
