10/4: Who Needs Humans?; The Thom Tillis Tightrope; Saint Francis in the Cloud

Sen. Thom Tillis of North Carolina has expressed concerns about the growing influence of the executive branch over the past few years, particularly under President Trump's administration. He has criticized the president’s advisors and has voted against certain Republican initiatives to avoid negative impacts on low-income North Carolinians, such as opposing a bill that would reduce Medicaid coverage. Tillis walks a fine line between supporting his party and challenging the White House, which has led to friction with the Trump administration. At age 66, he is considering stepping down from the Senate, highlighting the challenges of maintaining political integrity while navigating partisan pressures. He emphasizes the importance of checks and balances in preserving U.S. democracy.