NEW MAGA PLATNER SMEAR FALLS APART INSTANTLY!!! Trump CRASHES OUT As Congress REBUKES Iran War!!

The host asserts that the New York Times published a 'hit piece' on Graham Platner, a progressive politician, with the title 'Several women who dated Graham Platner recall unsettling behavior.' Kulinski argues the article is weak, based on claims from a Republican operative and an AIPAC-affiliated writer, and even includes positive testimonials from other ex-girlfriends describing Platner as a 'gentle giant.' He frames this as an attack by the 'oligarchy' and 'Israel lobby' against a candidate who challenges them.

The host cites the article's title, the background of one of its writers (AIPAC award), the main source (Republican operative, self-described 'bitter ex'), and quotes from other ex-girlfriends within the article who spoke positively of Platner.

Kulinski criticizes Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) for not endorsing progressive candidates like Shycott Chakraarti in a primary race and for her tepid response to the alleged smear campaign against Graham Platner. He suggests AOC prioritizes avoiding conflict with corporate Democrats and her colleagues over supporting ideologically aligned leftists, hindering the progressive movement.

Shycott Chakraarti, former AOC chief of staff, lost a primary after opponents used AOC's non-endorsement against him. AOC stated, 'I haven't weighed into that primary' regarding Platner, which the host interprets as a failure of leadership.

The U.S. House of Representatives passed a War Powers Resolution aimed at curbing President Trump's military actions against Iran. This move is seen by the host as a significant, albeit potentially symbolic, step towards accountability, despite Trump's dismissive reaction.

The resolution passed 215 to 208, with four Republicans breaking ranks to vote with Democrats. Trump responded on 'lie social' (Truth Social) by calling it a 'meaningless vote' and the Democrats and dissenting Republicans 'unpatriotic.'

Rashida Tlaib introduced a war powers vote to prevent U.S. involvement in a war against Lebanon, but faced significant pushback from Democratic leadership. The host alleges this resistance demonstrates the powerful influence of the 'Israel lobby' on even leading Democrats, who are unwilling to go on record against potential military action.

Axios reported that 'People are not happy' among senior House Democrats about Tlaib forcing this vote. A Republican, Max Miller, accused Tlaib of being associated with Hezbollah during the introduction, despite his own domestic assault allegations.

The screwworm parasite, previously eradicated in the U.S., has reappeared in Texas cattle. The host attributes this to budget cuts under the Trump administration, specifically to a program that prevented its spread from South America. This event is cited as an example of broader U.S. decline, alongside an unprecedented net out-migration of people from the country.

The screwworm was eliminated from 1966 until 2025 (host's stated timeframe, likely a slip for a past year or range), with a program involving dropping flies over South America. Budget cuts allegedly led to its return. The Wall Street Journal reported net out-migration from the U.S. for the first time since the Great Depression.