
Jim and Greg discuss Cuba's drone threat to the U.S., Trump's inflation comments, the ICE funding bill, and the Congressional Baseball Game.
Join Jim and Greg for the Thursday 3 Martini Lunch as they discuss Cuba's alleged drone threat to the U.S., Trump's response to the latest inflation numbers and the quote Democrats will hammer him with, the passing of the $70 billion ICE funding bill, and the Congressional Baseball Game. First, Jim and Greg react to recent intelligence reports of Cuba acquiring over 300 drones from Russia and Iran, posing a risk to U.S. sites. Jim questions whether the U.S. should tackle another regime change abroad. Next, they address President Trump’s “I love inflation” response to reporters after the 4.2 percent inflation rate was released. Ahead of midterm elections in November, Democrats are hoping to capitalize on Trump’s comment. But Jim stresses that inflation will only get worse if Democrats control Congress. Then, they break down the recent $70 billion Secure America Act signed Wednesday by President Trump after months of resistance from Democrats. Jim and Greg point out Republicans only have a few more months before midterms until the next fight for funding. Finally, they highlight Wednesday’s Congressional Baseball Game, and how the media rarely mention the 2017 shooting at a GOP…
Hosts: Jim Geraghty, Greg Corombos
Incogni, OneSkin
Organizations: Democrats, Republicans, ICE
Books & works: Secure America Act
Places: Cuba, U.S., Russia, Iran
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