Topic: Pro Palestine Protesters

Harrison Smith reports on violent clashes between Chicago police in riot gear and pro-Palestine protesters outside the DNC. He describes the convention as a "vestigial" ceremony where decisions are pre-ordained in boardrooms rather than through democratic participation. Smith argues that the roll call is a "stage-managed charade" because Kamala Harris was already nominated via a virtual vote weeks prior to the physical gathering.

Republicans defeated Democrats in the annual Congressional Baseball Game, marking their fourth consecutive win with a cumulative four-year score of 70 to 29. The event was briefly interrupted by climate and pro-Palestine protesters who were quickly apprehended on the field. The lopsided score is presented as a metaphor for American political sentiment when processes are transparent, contrasting with ongoing distrust regarding the 2020 election results.