The Damage Report with John Iadarola

The NFL season opened with a touching display of unity between players and staff...and disrespectful boos from fans. Trump defends his comments to Bob Woodward by claiming he was “showing strength” and continuing to repeat misinformation about how the US fares in comparison to other countries. Meghan McCain claims Democrats and the Media are just as responsible as Trump for lying about COVID-19. Senate Republicans failed to pass their “skinny” coronavirus relief bill Thursday, falling 8 votes short of the 60 votes needed. Three federal judges in NY have ruled that Donald Trump’s order excluding undocumented immigrants from the census count is unlawful. Donald Trump Jr. gives the Kenosha shooter a pass. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who Brett, Ben, and you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage Person of the week.Guest Host: Brett ErlichCo-Host: Ben Dixon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A new book by Bob Woodward reveals Trump purposefully downplayed the threat of the coronavirus. The president has added GOP Senators Ted Cruz and Tom Cotton to his list of possible Supreme Court nominees. At least 8 people have died as a result of raging wildfires on the West Coast. A former DHS official has filed a whistleblower complaint alleging he was told to stop reporting on Russian election meddling because it “made Trump look bad.” A new Trump ad attacks Joe Biden’s supporters.Guest Host: Emma VigelandCo-Host: Michael Shure Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a new book out today, Michael Cohen recounts years of racist and sexist incidents he witnessed as Trump’s former lawyer and “fixer”. The Trump White House continues to play defense after last week’s bombshell Atlantic article. Yet another “Gender Reveal” party has ended in a disastrous wildfire. A new report from the University of Washington predicts US deaths from COVID-19 will reach 410,000 by the end of 2020. Cardi B fires back after Candace Owens calls her “illiterate” during an interview with Ben Shapiro.Host: Francesca FiorentiniCo-Host: Ana Kasparian Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A bombshell new story in The Atlantic reveals Trump’s utter disrespect for American POWs and Service Members, who the president refers to as “losers'' and “suckers”. As more sources come forward confirming the report, The White House denies everything. Two men have been charged with illegal possession of firearms in Wisconsin after traveling from Missouri to Kenosha to “pick people off.”. A new poll shows 44% of Americans believe it will take 6 months or more for things to get back to normal. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Brett and you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage Person of the week. Kimberly Ambler-Jones discusses Justice for Javier.Guest: Kimberly Ambler-JonesCo-Host: Brett Erlich Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trump encourages voters in South Carolina to vote twice in order to test the state’s anti-fraud efforts. Attorney General William Barr doesn’t believe systemic racism exists in the American justice system. CDC Director Robert Redfield has asked governors and state health departments to waive requirements that would potentially slow the release of a COVID-19 vaccine. Facebook announced it will bar political ads on the platform in the week leading up to the election. 33% of Republicans believe the QAnon theory is mostly true, with another 23% believing at least some parts of the conspiracy.Co-Host: Adrienne Lawrence Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

During his visit to Kenosha, Trump hosted a roundtable event where he urged attendees to take their masks off, refused to acknowledge widespread police violence, and used the word “choke”...a lot. Ed Markey has won his primary in Massachusetts, fending off a challenge from Congressman Joe Kennedy III. The rollout of funds from Trump’s August executive action has been slow to reach those in need. A new poll finds 50% of Americans are worried an unexpected health event could result in bankruptcy. Nancy Pelosi is caught violating San Francisco’s COVID-19 rules during a trip to a salon. A new book reveals previously unknown details about Trump’s visit to Walter Reed last September. Lindsey Ellefson discusses her latest work for TheWrap.Guest: Lindsey EllefsonCo-Host: Jayar Jackson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trump refuses to denounce Kyle Rittenhouse, the 17-year-old charged with the shooting death of two in Kenosha. In a wild interview with Fox’s Laura Ingraham, the President takes issue with the BRANDING of Black Lives Matter, promotes Antifa conspiracy theories and endorses a herd immunity strategy to combat COVID-19. Joe Biden asks, “Do I look like a radical socialist?”. Dave Levinthal joins to discuss his latest work for Business Insider.Guest: Dave LevinthalCo-Host: Dan Evans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Actor Chadwick Boseman has passed away at the age of 43 after a private battle with colon cancer. The President spent his weekend tweeting his support for Trump fans contributing to violence in Portland. Twitter has labeled a video tweeted out by House Minority Leader Steve Scalise as “manipulated media”. The video Scalise posted shows a conversation with Joe Biden and activist Ady Barkan, whose voice has been doctored to suggest Joe Biden supports defunding the police. One of Trump’s top medical advisors is pushing a “herd immunity” strategy to combat the pandemic. The late Herman Cain’s Twitter account has shared an article with disputed claims regarding the deadliness of coronavirus. An anti-masker at an Alaska Walmart threw a tantrum of biblical proportions. Alastair Gee discusses his latest article for The Guardian.Guest: Alastair GeeCo-Host: Francesca Fiorentini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trump closes the RNC on federal property with an hour-long speech in front of hundreds of maskless fans. Nancy Pelosi isn’t doing Joe Biden any favors by suggesting there should be no presidential debates. “Clean” comedian Jim Gaffigan explicitly denounces Trump on Twitter. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Brett and you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage Person of the week. Donna Imam discusses her race for TX-31.Guest: Donna ImamCo-Host: Brett Erlich Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Excuses are already being made for the 17-year-old arrested for first-degree murder in Kenosha. Mike Pence spoke to yet another unmasked crowd at night 3 of the RNC. Multiple sports leagues have postponed games after the Milwaukee Bucks refused to play their matchup in solidarity with Jacob Blake. The CDC has modified its guidelines to no longer recommend those who may have been exposed to the virus but are not yet showing symptoms be tested. Hurricane Laura has made landfall in Texas and Louisiana. Elie Mystal discusses his new article, “Could Wonder Woman Save Us From Covid-19?”. Guest: Elie Mystal Co-Host: Michael Shure Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices