How to Con the Country

Bribes, kickbacks, and consulting fees, oh my! Today we tackle federal contracting and procurement - which sound boring but are excellent ways to con the country. If you've ever wondered how your tax money could so easily line the pockets of corrupt DHS officials, this episode is for you.

Trump is working to compromise our election system using force and changes to our voting process. Today I share why I'm 100% certain he plans to declare a "national emergency" to claim more power in months to come; why Trump is just like scammers who text you; and simple steps you can take to protect your vote from interference. Every con man thrives on the element of surprise, so predicting what he will do is a first line of defense. This promises to be the first of many episodes on the contours of Trump's Election Con.

Welcome to the show! Today I share why I want to make the case against Trump as a con man, and introduce four rules that always apply to white collar criminals and corrupt politicians. But it isn't just Trump: big tech, foreign adversaries, and special interest groups are all in on the game to con the country.