8-1-25 Morning Rush - My Blake Lively Connection & Trump's Backlash To Epstein Questions & White House Ballroom Update!

Rush Hour Podcast – August 1, 2025 Title: Blake Lively's Surprise Guest, Jax Taylor Quits, and Trump Deflects on Epstein

Today on the Rush Hour podcast, we're breaking down the top stories lighting up headlines. Blake Lively appears for her high-stakes deposition—but the real shocker? Justin Baldoni shows up unannounced, raising eyebrows and questions. Paris Jackson calls off her engagement, making a heartfelt statement about boundaries and growth. Over in reality TV chaos, Jax Taylor reveals why he's officially quitting The Valley and what's next for the Jax-branded bar he's banking on. We also dive into the ongoing Epstein cover-up saga—Trump lashes out at a reporter who dared bring it up during a campaign stop. And finally, the White House is under fire after plans leaked showing a $200 million ballroom is in the works, funded by...well, that's part of the story.

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