Short Stuff: Lying in State

This solemn episode of Short Stuff pays tribute to Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg by exploring the tradition of lying in state, the rare honor of having a deceased person's remains displayed at the U.S. Capitol building. Josh and Chuck break down who gets this distinction, how Congress decides to grant it, and all the ceremonial logistics involved—from power washing the Capitol to constructing ornamental stands for the casket, some of which date back to Abraham Lincoln's funeral in 1865. The guys also discuss how this tradition serves as a powerful national moment to unite the country and celebrate the legacy of people who shaped American history.