Georgia Is A Major Prize In 2024. And A Legal Battlefield

Update: 2024-08-27

Digest

The episode begins with a discussion about the upcoming Trump-Harris debate, highlighting the potential for chaos and awkwardness due to the Trump campaign's request to mute Trump's microphone when it's not his turn. The episode then delves into Special Counsel Jack Smith's appeal to reinstate charges against Donald Trump in the classified documents case. It then focuses on recent changes to Georgia's election system, including a new rule that could delay vote certification and a controversial website glitch that exposed voter information. The hosts interview Doug Bock Clark, a reporter for ProPublica, about the new rule requiring counties to delay certifying votes in Georgia. Clark explains the rule's potential impact on the election, highlighting concerns about its use to suppress Democratic votes in key areas. The episode covers several news headlines, including Special Counsel Jack Smith's appeal to revive the federal documents case against Trump, Trump's continued threats to back out of the presidential debate, the polio outbreak in Gaza, and the reunion of Stacy London and Clinton Kelly for a new fashion reality show. The first case of polio in Gaza in 25 years has prompted a vaccination campaign to prevent an outbreak. The World Health Organization and UNICEF are calling for a week-long ceasefire to allow for the vaccination of over 600,000 Palestinian children.

Outlines

00:00:00

Trump-Harris Debate and Georgia Election Changes

The episode discusses the upcoming Trump-Harris debate, highlighting the potential for chaos and awkwardness due to the Trump campaign's request to mute Trump's microphone when it's not his turn. It then delves into Special Counsel Jack Smith's appeal to reinstate charges against Donald Trump in the classified documents case and recent changes to Georgia's election system, including a new rule that could delay vote certification and a controversial website glitch that exposed voter information.

00:00:31

Interview with Doug Bock Clark on Georgia Election Changes

The hosts interview Doug Bock Clark, a reporter for ProPublica, about the new rule requiring counties to delay certifying votes in Georgia. Clark explains the rule's potential impact on the election, highlighting concerns about its use to suppress Democratic votes in key areas.

00:10:07

Headlines: Trump's Legal Battles, Polio Outbreak in Gaza, and \"What Not To Wear\" Reunion

The episode covers several news headlines, including Special Counsel Jack Smith's appeal to revive the federal documents case against Trump, Trump's continued threats to back out of the presidential debate, the polio outbreak in Gaza, and the reunion of Stacy London and Clinton Kelly for a new fashion reality show. The first case of polio in Gaza in 25 years has prompted a vaccination campaign to prevent an outbreak. The World Health Organization and UNICEF are calling for a week-long ceasefire to allow for the vaccination of over 600,000 Palestinian children.

00:14:16

Closing Remarks and Show Credits

The episode concludes with closing remarks and show credits.

Keywords

Election Integrity Network

A nationwide group that has worked to undermine the legitimacy of American elections and to change elections in favor of Republican priorities. It is led by Cleedham Mitchell, who was involved in the infamous call where Trump asked the Georgia Secretary of State to find him enough votes to win the election in 2020.

County Certification Rule

A new rule in Georgia that gives power to county election board members to decide whether or not to certify electoral results from their counties. This rule has been criticized for potentially delaying the vote count and suppressing Democratic votes in key areas.

Polio Outbreak

The first case of polio in Gaza in 25 years has prompted a vaccination campaign to prevent an outbreak. The World Health Organization and UNICEF are calling for a ceasefire to allow for the vaccination of over 600,000 Palestinian children.

"What Not To Wear" Reunion

Stacy London and Clinton Kelly, the former hosts of TLC's "What Not To Wear," are reuniting for a new fashion reality show called "Where Whatever the F You Want." The show will focus on refining someone's sense of style rather than imposing strict rules.

Trump-Harris Debate

The upcoming debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, where the Trump campaign has requested that Trump's microphone be muted when it's not his turn.

Special Counsel Jack Smith

The special counsel investigating Donald Trump in the classified documents case, who has appealed to reinstate charges against Trump.

Georgia Election System

The recent changes to Georgia's election system, including a new rule that could delay vote certification and a controversial website glitch that exposed voter information.

Q&A

What are the main concerns about the new county certification rule in Georgia?
The rule could delay the vote count, potentially suppressing Democratic votes in key areas. It has also been criticized for being a tool to undermine the legitimacy of the election and for giving county election board members too much power.
How is the Trump campaign trying to influence the upcoming presidential debate?
The Trump campaign has requested that Trump's microphone be muted when it's not his turn, highlighting their concern about his potential for chaos and awkwardness. Trump has also threatened to back out of the debate altogether, suggesting he may only participate if it's on Fox News.
What is the significance of the polio outbreak in Gaza?
The outbreak is a serious threat to public health in the densely populated region. The World Health Organization and UNICEF are calling for a ceasefire to allow for a successful vaccination campaign, which is crucial to prevent the spread of the virus.
What is the new focus of Stacy London and Clinton Kelly's upcoming fashion reality show?
The show will focus on refining someone's sense of style rather than imposing strict rules. This reflects a shift away from traditional fashion norms and a more inclusive approach to personal style.

Show Notes

Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz are campaigning this week in Georgia, one of the most crucial swing states in this year's presidential election. Before Harris replaced President Biden on the ticket, the state was looking like a lost cause for Democrats. But recent polls show it's now back in play. Democrats aren't dealing with a level playing field, though. Most recently, the state's Republican-controlled election board approved a new rule requiring counties to delay certification of votes if there are any discrepancies in the voting process. Democrats sued to block the change on Monday, saying it could lead to "mass disenfranchisement of eligible, registered Georgians." ProPublica reporter Doug Bock Clark breaks down what's happening in Georgia.

And in headlines: Special Counsel Jack Smith is asking a federal appeals court to revive former President Donald Trump's federal documents case, Trump is once again threatening to back out of the Sept. 10 presidential debate on ABC, and more than a million doses of the polio vaccine have arrived in Gaza.

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