OA103: We Defend Trump, Part 2!

Today's show discusses the Trump budget, scientist Kevin Folta's defamation lawsuit, and the recent debt ceiling deal struck between Trump and Democrats. In the wake of hurricanes Harvey and Irma, the guys encourage you to donate to either (or both) the <a href= "https://www.redcross.org/donate/disaster-relief?scode=RSG00000E017&gclid=Cj0KCQjw3MPNBRDjARIsAOYU6x9FPjix9EogT1DTwnuSsXwwcbRLjnavDHbRpx3YwaeJ_gyN3mJNSXAaAi7UEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds&dclid=CIrElvbNk9YCFa68swodhOAGxQ"> Red Cross</a> and/or <a href= "https://www.habitat.org/donate/?link=858&keyword=text--impact_our-work_disaster-response_hurricanes_2017"> Habitat for Humanity</a>'s hurricane relief efforts.  If you do, <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=1170262639773905&set=a.208022342664611.54214.100003705400718&type=3&theater"> please post your receipt on Facebook</a> for a chance to win an Opening Arguments t-shirt. We begin with a great question from British listener David Cartwright about the Trump presidency -- and the answer <em>will</em> surprise you! In the main segment, the guys break down Kevin Folta's defamation lawsuit in which he alleges that the <em>New York Times</em> defamed him by publishing a "hit piece" implying that he's in the pocket of Monsanto. Next, we explain the practical and political ramifications of the debt ceiling agreement. Finally, we end with the answer to Thomas Take the Bar Exam Question #40 regarding jury instructions and the presumption of intent.  Don't forget to following our Twitter feed (<a href= "https://twitter.com/openargs">@Openargs</a>) and like our <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/openargs/">Facebook Page</a> so that you too can play along with #TTTBE! <span style= "text-decoration: underline">Recent Appearances</span> None.  Have us on your show! <span style= "text-decoration: underline">Show Notes & Links</span> <ol> <li>This is a link to the <a href= "https://www.redcross.org/donate/disaster-relief?scode=RSG00000E017&gclid=Cj0KCQjw3MPNBRDjARIsAOYU6x9FPjix9EogT1DTwnuSsXwwcbRLjnavDHbRpx3YwaeJ_g