The Daily Show: Ears Edition Trump Dumps Toxic Ballroom Debris on Golf Course & DJ Marco Rubio Loves 90s Rap | Marla Mindelle
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May 7, 2026 
Marla Mindelle, Tony-nominated actor and co-creator of the Broadway parody Titaníque, chats about bringing Celine Dion to life on stage. She discusses the show’s decade-long journey from LA dinner theater to Broadway. Conversation touches on the cast, creative team, and the playful, improvised moments that keep each performance fresh.
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Rubio's Rap References Undermine Diplomatic Gravitas
- Marco Rubio quoted 90s rap while discussing Iran, blending pop culture with diplomacy.
- The show frames this as inappropriate, calling Rubio's DJ persona unsuitable for Secretary of State duties.
Taxpayer Bill For Trump's Ballroom Sparks Outrage
- Senate Republicans sought $1 billion labeled as security for Trump's White House ballroom.
- Desi Lydic highlights public frustration that a private project is now taxpayer-funded and politically absurd.
Toxic Debris From White House Near Golfers
- Soil from White House ballroom demolition tested positive for toxic chemicals and was dumped near a public golf course.
- The report raises public-health concerns for nearby golfers and critiques disposal on public land.