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We're 46 days until the midterm elections, and it appears at least some vulnerable Republicans have decided cozying up to the White House may not be the best strategy. The latest is GOP Senate candidate Ashley Hinson, who is skipping a rally in Iowa that VP Vance is attending. Hinson's move comes days after two other Iowa Republicans in tight House races broke with the Trump administration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this week's episode, the midterms are more Godless than ever, we meet the man who puts the Orr into “illegal donor”, and we learn that our high school experience could too have been worse.---To make a per episode donation at Patreon.com, click here: http://www.patreon.com/ScathingAtheistTo buy our book, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Outbreak-Crisis-Religion-Ruined-Pandemic/dp/B08L2HSVS8/If you see a news story you think we might be interested in, you can send it here: scathingnews@gmail.comTo check out our sister show, The Skepticrat, click here: https://audioboom.com/channel/the-skepticratTo check out our sister show's hot friend, God Awful Movies, click here: https://audioboom.com/channel/god-awful-moviesTo check out our half-sister show, Citation Needed, click here: http://citationpod.com/To check out our sister show's sister show, D and D minus, click here: https://danddminus.libsyn.com/Report instances of harassment or abuse connected to this show to the Creator Accountability Network here: https://creatoraccountabilitynetwork.org/---Guest Links:Hear Eli on Murder Made Fiction here: https://www.patreon.com/MurderMadeFiction/posts/teenage-bonnie-169200080---Headlines:Hemant Mehta publishes this year's list of openly non-religious candidates in the midterms: https://www.friendlyatheist.com/p/here-are-the-openly-non-religious-22fConvicted sex offender offered opening prayer at rally for GOP Senate nominee in North Carolinahttps://apnews.com/article/whatley-pastor-sex-offender-prayer-rally-01eab33af03f6a308719ce6a62157451Orthodox church sends medieval prince's remains to Russian troops in Ukraine | Russia | The Guardian https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/sep/10/russia-orthodox-church-dmitry-donskoy-medieval-prince-hand-troops-ukraine After backlash, President of Southern Baptist Theological Seminary retracts his support for blasphemy laws: https://religionnews.com/2026/09/14/al-mohler-reverses-course-rejects-blasphemy-laws-after-controversy/The 'golden door' is 'closed': US won't admit persecuted Christian refugees in 2026, report warnshttps://www.christianpost.com/news/us-wont-admit-persecuted-christian-refugees-in-2026-report.html
Federal Reserve votes unanimously to raise interest rates by a quarter of a percentage point, first hike since 2023 Fed Chair Kevin Warsh says, 'The plain fact is that inflation is too high and has been for too long.' We will talk about the Fed's decision with Julia Shapero, Cryptocurrency and Finance Reporter for The Hill (6); House votes on the Russia sanctions bill related to its war with Ukraine named for the late Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC); Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) accuses House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) of cancelling Thursday's legislative session, sending Members home a day early to campaign for reelection, to avoid having to vote on Massie's resolution to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over the war with Iran; Surgeon General Nominee Dr. Nicole Saphier at her Senate confirmation hearing is asked about President Trump questioning the safety of the MMR vaccine; Senate Agriculture Committee passes a 5-year Farm Bill with the crucial vote of Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-KY), who returned to Washington after more than three months recovering from health issues; White House AI Czar David Sacks talks about the warnings from the tech leaders about the dangers of artificial intelligence; President Trump heads to North Carolina to campaign for Republican U.S. Senate candidate Michael Whatley; House Problem Solvers Caucus proposes bills to avoid another gerrymandering war as was seen this election cycle by red and blue states. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
President Trump is now going all in on the midterms with his cash and his time. He hits the trail tonight in North Carolina to campaign with GOP Senate candidate Michael Whatley in his race against former Democratic Governor Roy Cooper. The visit underscores a crucial challenge for Whatley. He wants to tap into Trump's pull with the GOP base, but not alienate moderates and unaffiliated voters who could decide this incredibly important race. And Whatley is hardly alone in trying to thread the Trump endorsement needle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rod and Karen banter about Karen’s pocketbook, the Alphabet Game™. Then they discuss House Speaker Mike Johnson says Trump's $5,000 'dividend' needs congressional approval, E.P.A. Erases Limits on Climate Pollution From Power Plants, Convicted sex offender offered opening prayer at rally for GOP Senate nominee in North Carolina, Rep. Jasmine Crockett Honors Chris Brown with Congressional Recognition, LGBTQ News, Gender Wars, Mom and boyfriend forced teen to live in shed without bathroom or electricity, Life coach killed mother hours after he posted video about importance of forgiveness, Dealer Issued Loyalty Cards To Drug Customers and sword ratchetness. CashApp: $BlackCapitalists Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theblackguywhotips Twitter: @rodimusprime @SayDatAgain @TBGWT Instagram: @TheBlackGuyWhoTips Email: theblackguywhotips@gmail.com Blog: www.theblackguywhotips.com Teepublic Store- https://the-black-guy-who-tips-podcast.dashery.com/ Amazon Wishlist – https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1PDD9JUQUNVY5?ref_=wl_share Crowdcast – https://www.crowdcast.io/theblackguywhotips Voicemail: (980) 500-9034Go Premium: https://www.theblackguywhotips.com/premium/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The political world is exploding with huge twists!
On this episode of Fox Across America, guest host Paul Gleiser explains why November's midterm elections essentially comes down to a choice between which style of governance is going to order your life. He then opens it up to the callers, who react to his framing of the midterms. Media Research Center TV host Justine Brooke Murray blasts the women who have publicly been expressing their support for Lindsay Clancy. Co-host of “The Big Money Show” Taylor Riggs assesses the current state of the U.S. economy under the policies of President Trump. Former Deputy Chief of Staff to President George W. Bush and Fox News contributor Karl Rove talks about why Trump is going to have to spend a lot on money in order to get GOP Senate candidate Ken Paxton over the hump in Texas. [00:00:00] Paul Gleiser opening mono on the choice in the midterms [00:37:35] Callers on health insurance [00:55:50] Justine Brooke Murray [01:14:20] Taylor Riggs [01:32:45] Karl Rove Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dan Glickman, the former Democratic congressman from Kansas, fondly remembers Nancy Kassebaum, his state’s three-term senator and a Republican who passed away last week, reminding us what politics and bipartisanship used to look like. PLUS: It’s been 50 years since the 1976 Democratic convention, when Walter Mondale was selected as Jimmy Carter’s running mate. We go into the Political Junkie archives for an interview we conducted with Mondale, back in 2015, remembering not only being picked for VP but naming Geraldine Ferraro, eight years later, as HIS VP. AND: Darline Graham, despite her blank slate, wins the GOP Senate primary runoff in South Carolina. And Ed Markey, despite his age, wins the Democratic Senate primary in Massachusetts. Music in this Episode: Massachusetts by the Bee Gees Those Were the Days by Mary Hopkin Runnin’ Down a Dream by Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers The post Episode #433: We’re Not In Kansas Anymore: Remembering Nancy Kassebaum appeared first on Ken Rudin's Political Junkie.
In this commentary from The Tara Show, the host strongly criticizes political developments involving both Democrats and Republican leadership. She begins by condemning House Democrats for refusing to support a resolution condemning socialism, arguing that their vote ignores horrific historical atrocities like mass starvation, forced labor camps, and political purges. Transitioning to internal Republican politics, the host highlights a Federalist headline accusing Senate GOP leadership—specifically figures like Tim Scott, John Thune, and John Cornyn—of abandoning conservative candidates like Ken Paxton in favor of Democratic or establishment interests. She argues that establishment Republicans are intentionally withholding funding from true conservatives because they prioritize a "globalist" agenda that undermines American sovereignty and border security, though she expresses optimism that grassroots voters are actively rejecting this leadership.
In this commentary from The Tara Show, the host strongly criticizes political developments involving both Democrats and Republican leadership. She begins by condemning House Democrats for refusing to support a resolution condemning socialism, arguing that their vote ignores horrific historical atrocities like mass starvation, forced labor camps, and political purges. Transitioning to internal Republican politics, the host highlights a Federalist headline accusing Senate GOP leadership—specifically figures like Tim Scott, John Thune, and John Cornyn—of abandoning conservative candidates like Ken Paxton in favor of Democratic or establishment interests. She argues that establishment Republicans are intentionally withholding funding from true conservatives because they prioritize a "globalist" agenda that undermines American sovereignty and border security, though she expresses optimism that grassroots voters are actively rejecting this leadership.
From federal crackdowns on illegal CDL fraud to rising tensions inside Senate campaign strategy, Lee and Tara uncover shocking news!
Is Senate Republican leadership intentionally sabotaging key midterm races?!
As millions flee blue states in a massive domestic migration, a internal political cold war is heating up!
Republicans are in an absolute frenzy over funding battles for crucial Senate races!
A fierce debate is rocking party insiders!
Tensions are boiling over as political commentators debate internal GOP spending strategies!
Massive national and state political news is colliding today!
Are foreign influence campaigns and court battles subverting America's future?
Are court battles and election schemes subverting America's future?
Dolly Parton, country music icon, dies at 80. Sister of Lindsey Graham secures GOP Senate nomination. Texas Roadhouse says racism, food-tampering allegations are '100% a hoax'. Tariffs to increase prices for consumers. At least 1 in 4 NFL players who died in recent years had CTE, study finds. Canada to impose retaliatory tariffs on $20B in US goods as trade war escalates. Meta reaches $16.68 billion settlement over social media harms to children.
The Supreme Court just SHUT DOWN an Obama-appointed judge's nationwide order — and three Secret Service officials, including the communications chief, just got escorted out. Plus more Trump wins stacking up tonight:
Sen. Darline Graham, R-S.C., beat back a close challenge from Rep. Ralph Norman to win her GOP Senate primary runoff. We look at the race, and how MAGA, Inc., a super PAC affiliated with President Trump, spent big to get her over the finish line.Then, a look at the Social Security trust fund. The mechanism funding Social Security is running out of money, and potential solutions aren't popular. How might Congress fix it?This episode: voting correspondents Miles Parks and Ashley Lopez, and senior national political correspondent Mara Liasson.This podcast was produced and edited by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Support public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one. This show's perks include bonus episodes and sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy
Country legend Dolly Parton passes away, Lindsey Graham's sister wins South Carolina's GOP Senate runoff, CIA Director John Ratcliffe makes a secret trip to Moscow, and the CDC restores data on defensive gun use. Plus, the Message of the Day, Bill argues that both political parties are replacing real solutions with hatred and ideological attacks as Americans struggle with affordability and the midterm elections approach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 26, 2026: 8am — Darline Graham wins South Carolina GOP Senate runoff To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
August 26, 2026 – 5am Darline Graham wins South Carolina GOP Senate runoff Mike Mazzei wins GOP nomination for Oklahoma Governor Poll: Just 13% of Americans ‘strongly approve' of Trump Music icon Dolly Parton dead at 80 Canada retaliates with up to 50% tariffs on hundreds of U.S. products Alex Pretti's family publicly calls for accountability for his death China pushes back in new U.S. sanctions threats New efforts to restrict college students from voting To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Plus: President Trump's pick Darline Graham wins a GOP Senate runoff in South Carolina to fill the seat of late Sen. Lindsey Graham. And OpenAI loses another top executive. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Darline Graham-Nordone came out on top of the GOP Senate runoff in South Carolina. Mike and Mark look ahead to November.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Meta Platforms agreed to pay a maximum of $16.68 billion and make major changes to Facebook and Instagram to resolve claims by states across the United States that the company designed those platforms to addict children, misled consumers about their safety, and improperly collected children's personal data.The settlement resolves claims brought by 29 U.S. states, and will end a federal trial that had been one of the highest-profile tests yet of allegations that social media companies harmed young users.Sen. Darline Graham (R-S.C.) on Tuesday defeated Rep. Ralph Norman (R-S.C.) in the South Carolina Republican Senate runoff for the seat held by the late Sen. Lindsay Graham.The candidate, backed by President Donald Trump, won with around 52.4 percent of the vote to Norman's 47.6 percent, with 91 percent of the votes counted, when The Associated Press called the race at 9:01 p.m.
Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon, and RCP Senior Elections Analyst Sean Trende discuss the GOP Senate runoff in South Carolina, and other Senate races in Iowa, Texas, and Alaska. Then, they are joined by Susan Crabtree to discuss her story about 3 members of the Secret Service communications dept being suspended. And, they also talk about Pete Hegseth's firing of the publisher, editor and reporter from the Stars and Stripes. Next, they discuss Meta's landmark $17 billion settlement with states over teen media addiction case. And finally, they talk about the passing and legacy of superstar singer and cultural icon Dolly Parton. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Senator Darline Graham is heading back to the ballot in South Carolina after winning the Republican runoff for the Senate seat once held by her late brother, Lindsey Graham. She defeated Congressman Ralph Norman with around 52% of the vote. She now moves on to face Democrat Dr. Annie Andrews in November.Country music legend Dolly Parton passed away on Tuesday, at the age of 80. According to a statement from her publicist, Parton died in Nashville after a brief battle with cancer. She wrote and performed hundreds of songs, including Jolene, Coat of Many Colors and I Will Always Love You. The White House lowered the U.S. flag to half-staff in honor of dolly Parton, while New York's Empire State Building was lit up in pink in her honor.The State Department is pausing visa appointments worldwide while beginning a global training program at U.S. embassies and consulates. The department has not said how long the adjustment period will last. Immigrant visa applicants with scheduled interviews have been contacted about changes to their appointments. The move comes as the Trump administration continues its broader immigration enforcement, including visa and U.S. permanent resident card revocations.
Darline Graham-Nordone came out on top of the GOP Senate runoff in South Carolina. Mike and Mark look ahead to November.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- Abdul El-Sayed clashes with Jesse Watters over transgender medical care for minors, ICE and Medicare for All, creating a series of viral moments in the Michigan Senate race. - El-Sayed faces fresh pressure over his past appearances with Hasan Piker after Piker's comments about Israel and American Jews trigger backlash and force the campaign to distance itself. - The Lindsey Clancy trial moves toward closing arguments as postpartum psychosis, the insanity defense and intense public support outside the courthouse dominate the final stretch. - Enes Kanter Freedom says the WNBA's own eligibility language should allow him to play after identifying as a woman, forcing the league to confront how it applies its transgender policy. - South Carolina's GOP Senate fight heats up as Trump backs Darlene Graham while Ralph Norman argues experience and conservative credentials should outweigh the endorsement. Today's podcast is sponsored by : PARAMOUNT PLUS - Don't Miss “Lioness” - all episodes NOW STREAMING on Paramount Plus You can now WATCH and chat with The Gerry Callahan Show LIVE on Newsmax's social media channels (Facebook, X/Twitter, YouTube, Rumble) Listen to Newsmax LIVE and see our entire podcast lineup at http://Newsmax.com/Listen Make the switch to NEWSMAX today! Get your 15 day free trial of NEWSMAX+ at http://NewsmaxPlus.com Looking for NEWSMAX caps, tees, mugs & more? Check out the Newsmax merchandise shop at : http://nws.mx/shop Follow NEWSMAX on Social Media: • Facebook: http://nws.mx/FB • X/Twitter: http://nws.mx/twitter • Instagram: http://nws.mx/IG • YouTube: https://youtube.com/NewsmaxTV • Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsmaxTV • TRUTH Social: https://truthsocial.com/@NEWSMAX • GETTR: https://gettr.com/user/newsmax • Threads: http://threads.net/@NEWSMAX • Telegram: http://t.me/newsmax • BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/newsmax.com • Parler: http://app.parler.com/newsmax Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Josh takes aim at Hasan Piker, the rabidly anti-Semitic and anti-American streamer who has emerged as one of the great lightning rods for this campaign cycle. Josh explains why Piker is the gasoline pouring fire on the civil war tearing Democrats apart. Also on today's show: South Carolina's big GOP Senate run-off, the Supreme Court issues a huge win for President Trump on mail-in ballot voting integrity, economic "D-Day" comes for Iran, an escalating trade war with neighboring Canada, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon, and Carolina Lumetta discuss the GOP Senate runoff in South Carolina, Abdul El-Sayed debating Jesse Watters on FOX News, and Hakeem Jeffries' video about his meeting with Jared Kushner. Next, they discuss the Supreme Court decision on mail ballots, the Trump administration's unprecedented mass visa revocation program, and Marco Rubio's announcement the U.S. has removed Syria's designation as a state sponsor of terror. Then finally, they chat about Carolina Lumetta's article on Trump cabinet members all taking to TikTok, and the robot Olympics being held in China. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump and JD Vance try to sell an unpopular agenda to voters. Also, Democrats campaign on economic woes from Donald Trump's war. Plus, the Supreme Court lets Trump keep building his ballroom for now. And Trump's FDA nominee claimed abortion pills are “dangerous.” Dr. Annie Andrews, Brian Poindexter, David Jolly, Barbara McQuade, and Mini Timmaraju join Jonathan Capehart. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Wednesday, August 19, 2026; 8pm: Tonight, Trump's foreign policy turmoil is alienating key U.S. allies. Plus, Sen. Chris Van Hollen on the geopolitical savvy of his newest colleague. And Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison on the legal battle to extradite an ICE agent to face charges in his state. Then, brand new whistleblower claims about the real story behind Trump's Harvard plan. Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Is John Cornyn and the GOP Senate sabotaging the Texas Senate race? Who’s in charge of these Flock cameras? Why are you ghey? Lying about the world famous Jesse Kelly burger. They aren’t teaching reading and writing but how to use proper pronouns.Follow The Jesse Kelly Show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheJesseKellyShowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Intriguingly, Fox News has lately been hitting Donald Trump with terrible polling news. In recent days, Fox has found Democrats slightly ahead in Senate races in Maine, Texas, and Iowa, and up by a lot in North Carolina. Critically, Trump's own favorability numbers are very bad in all those states, even though he won three of them, two by double digits. In all four, his numbers among independents are shockingly awful. Meanwhile, on the Iran war—which is central to why his standing is cratering—Trump aides are privately feeding him hopium. The Atlantic reports that they're showing him data on Iran's economy, which supposedly illustrates that if he does nothing and bides his time, Iran will surrender any day now. Doing nothing is the smart play, sir! Yet as Democratic strategist Caitlin Legacki argues in this episode, Trump's inaction on Iran is a big albatross for GOP Senate candidates. Legacki explains why Iran is central to the battle for the Senate, why those Fox polls should give Democrats grounds for cautious optimism, and what could still go wrong for them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Intriguingly, Fox News has lately been hitting Donald Trump with terrible polling news. In recent days, Fox has found Democrats slightly ahead in Senate races in Maine, Texas, and Iowa, and up by a lot in North Carolina. Critically, Trump's own favorability numbers are very bad in all those states, even though he won three of them, two by double digits. In all four, his numbers among independents are shockingly awful. Meanwhile, on the Iran war—which is central to why his standing is cratering—Trump aides are privately feeding him hopium. The Atlantic reports that they're showing him data on Iran's economy, which supposedly illustrates that if he does nothing and bides his time, Iran will surrender any day now. Doing nothing is the smart play, sir! Yet as Democratic strategist Caitlin Legacki argues in this episode, Trump's inaction on Iran is a big albatross for GOP Senate candidates. Legacki explains why Iran is central to the battle for the Senate, why those Fox polls should give Democrats grounds for cautious optimism, and what could still go wrong for them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Intriguingly, Fox News has lately been hitting Donald Trump with terrible polling news. In recent days, Fox has found Democrats slightly ahead in Senate races in Maine, Texas, and Iowa, and up by a lot in North Carolina. Critically, Trump's own favorability numbers are very bad in all those states, even though he won three of them, two by double digits. In all four, his numbers among independents are shockingly awful. Meanwhile, on the Iran war—which is central to why his standing is cratering—Trump aides are privately feeding him hopium. The Atlantic reports that they're showing him data on Iran's economy, which supposedly illustrates that if he does nothing and bides his time, Iran will surrender any day now. Doing nothing is the smart play, sir! Yet as Democratic strategist Caitlin Legacki argues in this episode, Trump's inaction on Iran is a big albatross for GOP Senate candidates. Legacki explains why Iran is central to the battle for the Senate, why those Fox polls should give Democrats grounds for cautious optimism, and what could still go wrong for them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
GOP Senate candidate Michele Tafoya said in an interview yesterday that she's talked to hundreds of Minnesotans who are embarrassed to tell people where they're from due to all the fraud and mismanagement in the state. Jason asks listeners if they feel the same?
Midterm Mondays w/ Jim Kennedy. After three decades, a murder trial brings focus back to the legacy of Tupac Shakur. 18 prepared foods under alert as jalapeño Salmonella outbreak sickens 345. Summerween. Iran will open Strait of Hormuz with conditions. Ex-NBA player, GOP Senate hopeful Royce White to declare for WNBA Draft as transgender.
A pair of former NBA players - including GOP Senate candidate Royce White - have declared themselves eligible for the WNBA draft to try and make a point about transgender athletes in women's sports. Jason thinks it's a clownish move... and there's a point to be made there.
Our in-house Republican strategist just said MAGA is "breaking and being exposed for the fraud that it was." This week, on Political Rehab, all five stories were the same story: Republicans at war with Republicans.Trump's cabinet turned on itself in public — Jeanine Pirro's office dropped every reflecting pool vandalism case after admitting the damage was botched no-bid contractor work, and she and Interior Secretary Doug Burgum are now openly blaming each other. Trump reportedly exploded at Pete Hegseth over severe missile and interceptor shortages, Hegseth blamed his own deputy, and Trump is threatening prison for whoever leaked it. The online right turned on its own DHS Secretary, Mark Wayne Mullen, for the sin of saying "legal immigration" out loud. Marjorie Taylor Greene and Tucker Carlson convened a cabin meeting in Maine that has MAGA talking openly about a third party and a Carlson 2028 run. And Trump demanded the Senate cancel its August recess over the SAVE Act — only for John Thune to walk out the door anyway.Then in The Battlefield: the generic ballot hits Democrats +7.2 — ahead of where they were at this point in 2018 — Abdul El-Sayed's Michigan primary win scrambles the Senate map, and 61,000 Michigan Democrats voted for a candidate who had dropped out a month earlier. That last number tells you something important about American politics.Matt Robison is a former Chief of Staff to three Democratic Members of Congress. Matt Wylie is a longtime Republican campaign strategist. Political Rehab is where PTI meets The Daily Show.━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━⏱️ CHAPTERS00:00 — "MAGA is breaking" 00:28 — This week on Political Rehab 00:50 — Cabinet knife fight: Pirro vs. Burgum, Trump vs. Hegseth 04:05 — A House Republican scandal blows up in Ohio 06:40 — MAGA turns on its own Homeland Security Secretary 09:05 — Tucker Carlson, MTG, and the third-party cabin meeting 12:40 — Trump vs. Thune: the SAVE Act and the recess fight 15:35 — THE BATTLEFIELD 16:15 — Michigan: does El-Sayed's win save the GOP Senate? 18:45 — "Helping the boss": the ad that shows the GOP misread its own polling 21:15 — DCCC expands the map by 12 seats 22:45 — The scorecard: every structural indicator this week 23:30 — Generic ballot: Democrats +7.2, ahead of 2018 pace 25:30 — The low-information voter trap: 61,000 votes for a dropout 27:40 — The weekly verdict 29:20 — Dose of Hope: why August recess actually matters 31:05 — Dose of Hope: three science stories (and an eclipse) 33:00 — Until next week━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast:Ken Paxton, conservative AG of Texas and GOP Senate nominee.
Read more from VPM News: Who's on the ballot for Central Virginia's congressional seats in 2026? Result: Shannon Taylor to take on Rob Wittman in Virginia's 1st Result: It's McGuire vs. Perriello in Virginia's 5th District Other links: Retired general Bert Mizusawa claims GOP Senate primary, will face Warner (Richmond Times-Dispatch)* Incumbent LeQuan Hylton wins special election to Chesterfield Board of Supervisors (The Richmonder) Voluntary water restrictions lifted for Richmond-area localities (WRIC) Richmond re-considers parking restrictions near stop signs after 280% ticket spike (WTVR) How to take advantage of Virginia's sales tax holiday weekend (WHRO) *This outlet uses a paywall. Our award-winning work is made possible with your donations. Visit vpm.org/donate to support local journalism.
Lindsey Graham Passes. Senate Loses Trump Whisperer.The Race to Replace Graham. Trump vs GOP Senate.Rand Paul Persecutes Anthony Fauci. TMZ's Harvey Levin Weighs In.Fauci's Diary Outed. Public Health Suffers.RFK Jr's Cooking Show. God and the Midterms. With Kirk Bado, Editor, National Journal Hotline, Evan McMorris-Santoro, covering national politics for NOTUS and co-author of the NOTUS' daily newsletter and Jen Bendery, Senior Politics Reporter at HuffPost. Today's Bill Press Pod is supported by AFSCME. More information at AFSCME.org.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On the July 30 edition: Colin Gray, father of convicted Apalachee school shooter Colt Gray, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison; GOP Senate candidate faces questions about his son-in-law's anti-semitic social media posts; and the first season of the Women's Professional Baseball League is set to begin this weekend.
Join Jim and Greg for the Thursday 3 Martini Lunch as they discuss a Democratic identity politics clash over the 2028 primary calendar, why Michele Tafoya is way ahead in Minnesota's GOP Senate primary, New Jersey registering noncitizens to vote, and an Arizona House race with a New York Jets twist.First, Jim and Greg watch identity politics turn inward as South Carolina and Nevada battle over the 2028 Democratic primary schedule. South Carolina Democratic chair Christale Spain warned that elevating Nevada tells Black voters they matter less than "brown voters." Greg notes identity politics always eats its own.Next, they cover good news in Minnesota, where friend of the show Michele Tafoya leads the Republican U.S. Senate primary with 41 percent. Jim and Greg praise her polished delivery and anti-fraud campaign ad, though they worry Mike Lindell's lead in the governor's primary could weigh down the ticket.Then, they dig into New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill admitting a Motor Vehicle Commission software error registered 6,600 noncitizens to vote and allowed roughly 400 illegal votes. Jim questions why officials hid the two-year-old glitch, while Greg argues voter registration should not be a casual DMV add-on.Finally, they highlight an Arizona toss-up congressional race featuring a New York Jets connection. Former NFL kicker Jay Feely won the GOP primary in the 1st Congressional District and will likely face Democrat Amish Shah, the team's former doctor. Jim and Greg note the winner could help determine control of the U.S. House. Please visit our great sponsors: LarinecoRight now, Larineco is offering our listeners up to 50% off at https://BuyLarine.com/3MLNoble GoldOwn the metal the future depends on with the help of Noble Gold. Visit https://NobleGoldInvestments.com/3ML Download the free investor kit. No pressure. Just information.BetterHelpDon't let stigma stand in the way of support. Start therapy with BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/3MLNew episodes every weekday.
Join Jim and Greg for the Thursday 3 Martini Lunch as they discuss a Democratic identity politics clash over the 2028 primary calendar, Michele Tafoya pulling ahead in Minnesota's GOP Senate primary, New Jersey registering noncitizens to vote, and an Arizona House race with a New York Jets twist. First, Jim and Greg watch identity […]