Lemon LIVE at 5 | Stagflation...Just Another Day in Trump’s America - May 7th, 2025

The chaos continues under the Trump administration, and today’s headlines are a brutal reminder of just how messy things have gotten. Fed Chair Jerome Powell is now warning of stagflation. You know, that fun economic cocktail of rising prices and slowing growth. Meanwhile, FAA budget cuts are hitting hard, and it shows: Newark Airport is reportedly a disaster zone, with delays, staffing shortages, and confusion piling up faster than the luggage. Oh, and while America spirals, the world is watching the Vatican as the conclave prepares to choose a new Pope. So… no pressure. Let's break down the economic instability, the transportation chaos, and what to expect as the Catholic Church looks for its next leader...all while the U.S. continues its descent into dysfunction. This episode is sponsored by Shopify. Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at SHOPIFY. COM/lemon This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/donlemon and get on your way to being your best self. This episode is brought to you by the Freedom From Religion Foundation. Whether you’ve always been secular or left religion behind, if you don’t want someone else dictating the trip for you, F-F-R-F has your back. Join us. Go to FFRF.US/Freedom or text the word, “DON” to five eleven five eleven and become a member today. Text fees may apply. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices