Breaking news, government spending rabbit holes, and a casual suggestion that the U.S. should own Gaza—this episode has it all. Meseidy and Rachel dig into the Politico funding scandal, the Musk-led government spending audit (aka "Doge"), and the meltdown happening in real time among Democrats who just realized their taxpayer-funded slush fund might be drying up. Also, Trump’s latest curveball: a plan to turn Gaza into the "Riviera of the Middle East." Did Netanyahu see that coming? Did anyone? Plus, the latest on Trump’s cabinet picks, a major win for women’s sports, and why the media is working overtime to gaslight you about government waste. Buckle up—this episode moves fast.

Episode Highlights:

• Politico's Secret Paycheck – Why was Politico getting millions in federal funds, and why did they suddenly struggle with payroll when the spending freeze hit? 🤔
• Doge Exposes the Swamp – Elon Musk has access to government spending records, and Democrats are big mad about it.
• Trump's Gaza Gambit – A bold move, a real estate pitch, or a negotiation tactic? The ladies break down the shocking announcement.
• Biden’s Media Mouthpieces – How legacy media and the federal government have been in a suspiciously cozy relationship.
• A Big Win for Women’s Sports – Trump signs an EO protecting female athletes from competing against biological men.

The Receipts

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Chapters

00:00 Podcast Introduction and Casual Banter

00:17 Welcome to Rivera and Reeves

01:27 Today's Episode Overview

03:02 Politico and Federal Funding Controversy

06:59 Clinton Family and USAID Funding

09:50 Politico Pro and Subscription Costs

16:36 Media Bias and Government Influence

21:15 Elon Musk and Government Spending

26:42 Democratic Reactions and Protests

34:36 Elon Musk's Role and Media Narratives

42:49 The CIA's Role in Trump's Impeachment

45:30 USAID's Involvement in Domestic Politics

48:46 Trump's Controversial Gaza Proposal

54:26 Reactions to Trump's Gaza Plan

01:12:33 New Attorney General and Cabinet Updates

01:15:26 Trump's Executive Order on Women's Sports

01:18:35 Podcast Wrap-Up and Call to Action

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