# The Fare for the Fair is a Farewell Affair

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Podcast: [The John Fugelsang Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-john-fugelsang-podcast-1172468)
Published: 2026-07-02T18:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

John's monologue is a mixed bag of topics today. He discusses the recent lawsuit filed by former CIA Director John Brennan, emphasizing the political implications behind the investigation into his actions. Then, he delves into Trump's corruption, particularly his financial dealings in the cryptocurrency space. Next, he critiques the way these issues are used as political tools to distract from more pressing economic concerns. He argues that the focus on transgender rights and immigration serves to rally voters around fear rather than addressing the real challenges facing the American public. He speaks about the recent Supreme Court decisions, dissecting the implications for various communities and the broader impact of these rulings on American society. And, he jokes about the Great American State Fair, a metaphor for the current state of the nation. He is joined by his usual Wednesday night line-up: political commentator Bob Cesca, The God Squad with Dillon Naber Cruz and Desimber Rose, and legal analyst Dr. Tracy Pearson. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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