Mike Madrid (Lincoln Project cofounder) and Lucy Caldwell (Walsh 2020 Campaign Manager) and host Ron Steslow unpack some of the most important stories of the week and how they’re shaping the political landscape:

(02:04) Justice Samuel Altio’s private jet imbroglio and Senate Democrat’ push for court reform

(30:33) China’s plans to build a joint military training facility in Cuba

(39:13) Fed Chairman Powell’s appearance before the House Financial Services committee

[Politicology+ Preview] Hunter Biden’s plea deal

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What we read: 
Segment 1: 
ProPublica—Justice Samuel Alito Took Luxury Fishing Vacation With GOP Billionaire Who Later Had Cases Before the Court
WSJ—Justice Samuel Alito: ProPublica Misleads Its Readers - WSJ

Segment 2: 
WSJ—Beijing Plans a New Training Facility in Cuba, Raising Prospect of Chinese Troops on America’s Doorstep - WSJ
CNN—Blinken says he 'made very clear' US 'would have deep concerns' about Chinese military activities in Cuba | CNN Politics

Segment 3
CNN—Key takeaways from Fed Chair Powell's testimony
Politico—Fed poised for respite on rate hikes. Now the hurt begins. - POLITICO: 
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