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The Mancave Caucus is back in the saddle with all the news, commentary, and enlightenment you can possibly handle! Maine Senate Race debacle, AOC's new accent, and much more!

Blind Mike in studio for a phone call Friday. Hunter Biden went on Macrodosing and did the circuit at Barstool Chicago, Kirk remembers when the company almost shut down in 2020 for getting into politics. Hannity likes to think that Lindsey Graham is at the big Mar-A-Lago in the sky. We hear from Steve Robinson as he breaks news that the Democratic nominee for the Maine Senate seat is sleeping with his own second cousin. Tony Romo police cam footage came out. Klemmer explains why he is allowed to break his 1,000 screen rules, Phone calls and more.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/kminshow

Join Jim and Greg for the Friday 3 Martini Lunch as they look at reports that Maine's new U.S. candidate has a family tree that doesn't fork much, Darline Graham's vague new campaign ad, the Democrats shoving Mandela Barnes out of the Wisconsin governor's race, and the start of NFL training camp.First, they wince as new reports reveal the Maine Democrats' new U.S. Senate nominee is in a long-term relationship with his second cousin and they have two kids together. They also look at a new ad tying Jackson to disgraced former nominee Graham Platner.Next, they examine Sen. Darline Graham's first campaign ad as she runs for a six-year term. While not a bad start, it's still far too vague on key issues like abortion and immigration. They also scratch their heads as the state party schedules a debate for a possible runoff but not the primary itself.Then, they weigh in on former Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes dropping out of the Democratic primary for governor as reports about his behavior towards young women in the party were set to come out. So far, the allegations are vague. Is this another example of the Dems nixing another one of their own candidates this cycle?Finally, Jim and Greg cleanse the palate by noting the start of NFL training camp.Please visit our great sponsors:OneSkinGet 15% off OneSkin Summer Bundles with promo code 3ML at https://oneskin.co/3mlQuoMoney is on the line. Always say hello with QUO. Try QUO for FREE PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/3MLHomeServeProtect your home through HomeServe.  For 50% less your first year, visit https://HomeServe.com/Martini  for the plan that's right for you. Savings compared to renewal price. Void in Florida.New episodes every weekday. 

Join Jim and Greg for the Friday 3 Martini Lunch as they look at reports that Maine's new U.S. candidate has a family tree that doesn't fork much, Darline Graham's vague new campaign ad, the Democrats shoving Mandela Barnes out of the Wisconsin governor's race, and the start of NFL training camp. New episodes every […]

**What will decide the battle for the U.S. Senate in 2026?** Just months ago, most political analysts thought Democrats had almost no realistic path to winning back the Senate. Today, the map looks dramatically different.In this episode of **Worth Knowing**, Matt Robison is joined by **Lauren French**, Communications Director for Senate Majority PAC, for an inside look at how Democrats believe the battlefield has shifted—and what they're seeing in polling and internal data that the public hasn't yet seen. Later, former Congressman **Paul Hodes** joins to break down the critical Maine Senate race and whether Susan Collins is more vulnerable than ever.**Topics include:*** Why Democrats suddenly have multiple paths to a Senate majority* Which Senate races are moving toward Democrats* North Carolina, Maine, Georgia, Ohio, Iowa, Texas, Alaska, and more* Why affordability—not democracy—is the centerpiece of Democratic messaging* The latest on Susan Collins and Troy Jackson in Maine* How fundraising, Super PACs, and campaign strategy could shape the outcome* Whether Democratic momentum is real—or another political mirageIf you're looking for a serious, data-driven discussion of the 2026 Senate map, this conversation goes far beyond the daily headlines.**Chapters**00:00 Can Democrats really win the Senate?03:00 Lauren French joins the show04:00 Why the Senate map has changed07:00 The Super PAC debate09:00 Fundraising and Democratic strategy14:00 Why affordability is the winning message19:00 Race-by-race Senate outlook20:00 North Carolina22:00 Maine and Susan Collins25:00 Georgia and Jon Ossoff28:00 Paul Hodes joins30:00 The state of the Maine race36:00 Republican attacks on Troy Jackson40:00 Can those attacks work?43:00 Progressives, Democrats, and electability49:00 Money, Leonard Leo, and outside groups52:00 The Democratic coalition going forwardSubscribe for in-depth political analysis, interviews, and reporting that goes beyond partisan talking points.

July 27, 2026; 8pm: Tonight, as the illusion of Trump's power wanes, his enemies and allies learn how to wait him out. Plus, Senator Elizabeth Warren on the truth about American casualties from Trump's war. And Troy Jackson on his campaign to unseat Susan Collins in Maine. 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.

Dr. Andrew Smith, the director of the University of New Hampshire Survey Center, joined "Forbes Newsroom" to discuss a recent poll showing former state Senate President Troy Jackson, who officially replaced Graham Platner as Maine's Senate Democratic nominee, in a close race against incumbent Senator Susan Collins (R-ME). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Maine Democrats selected Troy Jackson, a former gubernatorial candidate and president of the Maine Senate, to replace Graham Platner on November's ballot. While Jackson shares many of Platner's political views, can he bring Platner's supporters along and unseat longtime Republican Sen. Susan Collins?This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, political reporter Elena Moore, and Maine Public state house correspondent Kevin Miller.This podcast was produced and edited by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.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

As casualties mount and gas prices rise, the White House knows it may be losing its chance to resolve its war with Iran in time to prevent a midterms wipe-out for Republicans. To plumb the depth of the political damage and assess the decisive races, Harry talks with Susan Glasser, Astead Herndon, and Juliette Kayyem. The group breaks down Trump's decision to go back to war, Hegseth's worrying obfuscations about American casualties, the transformed Maine Senate race, and the no-holds-barred fight for the future of the Democratic party playing out in Michigan.Mentioned in this episode: Susan's analysis:  https://www.newyorker.com/contributors/susan-b-glasserAstead's show America, Actually:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/america-actually-with-astead-herndon/id1890552134Juliette's Substack:  https://substack.com/@juliettekayyemAstead's interview with Abdul El-Sayed:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WE9quwCWKuYNew Yorker reporting on former Biden administration officials and Gaza:  https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2026/07/27/how-biden-emboldened-israels-aggression-toward-gaza-and-iran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chuck Todd delivers a masterclass on the single most underappreciated force in presidential politics: the primary calendar, which he argues reveals exactly what kind of nominee a party actually wants long before a single vote is cast. He explains that the Democratic decision to put South Carolina first is by design a test of Black support and viability in the South — and one that's deliberately engineered to hurt progressives, who have consistently gotten thumped in South Carolina primaries. He believes that Democrats have badly underinvested in South Carolina and Mississippi, meaning a little TLC could plausibly turn South Carolina into a genuine swing state. The calendar's practical effect, he argues, is that it sets up well for Wes Moore (if he runs) and is nearly as favorable for Pete Buttigieg, while raising the stakes for Kamala Harris to the point that if she doesn't win South Carolina, she's essentially finished. He is sharp on the flaws of the rest of the early window — Nevada isn't the test Democrats claim because the culinary union shapes everything and Arizona would better measure the Latino vote, Michigan is theoretically ideal but is getting torn apart over Israel in ways that could hurt Democrats in a general, and Virginia (now the last stop before Super Tuesday) reliably serves as a bulwark for moderates because it's a center-left rather than hard-left blue state — and he lays out what the ideal calendar would look like for progressives and for MAGA respectively. He's blunt that Ken Martin's leadership of the DNC has been a major problem, questioning whether Democrats really want him refereeing the nomination fight when the party's money troubles are a reflection on Martin himself. He then turns to Trump backing down on Iran yet again — halting strikes less than 12 hours after issuing fresh threats — calling the entire Iran adventure easily the dumbest thing a president has done this century, especially now that an administration once committed to non-proliferation appears to be helping the Saudis with nuclear technology. He notes Democrats nominated Troy Jackson to replace Graham Platner, making the Maine Senate seat winnable again even as Trump has made the races in both Maine and Michigan harder, and closes with a run of telling contrasts: the White House openly bragging that it added tariffs to help big tech, data centers emerging as the top issue for voters in many states, Trump calling LeBron James a racist from the Oval Office while Obama quietly reached out to offer Caitlin Clark advice and comfort — a perfect encapsulation, He argues, of one leader who wants to divide and another trying to turn the temperature down. Then, sports business reporter John Ourand — who shares an origin story with Chuck Todd at Sports Business Daily — joins the Chuck Toddcast for a deep dive into the money reshaping professional and college sports. Ourand walks through the sale of the Seattle Seahawks as a signal that the era of family-owned NFL franchises is ending, explaining how team valuations have roughly doubled in just three years thanks to new tax advantages and the simple fact that NFL ownership has become the ultimate status club for the ultra-wealthy. He and Chuck dig into whether these eye-popping valuations constitute a bubble — the NFL alone signed $110 billion in media deals over two years — and whether the sports media "middle class" could be facing a real reckoning even as streamers thrive with smaller game packages. Ourand offers a fascinating look at how leagues are navigating their relationship with the networks and production companies that broadcast them (the NFL is deliberately careful not to hurt the legacy networks it depends on), and defends the enduring value of investigative sports journalism, pointing to Pablo Torre's Clippers reporting as a reminder that nobody, including executives at ESPN, wants to be remembered as the person who killed real journalism at the network. The conversation turns to how sports and politics are increasingly colliding. Ourand contrasts Michael Jordan's studied political neutrality with the modern reality of athletes and leagues getting pulled into culture war fights whether they want to or not, noting the UFC fight at the White House pulled huge ratings and that Trump's involvement in overturning a disputed red card call may have actually boosted viewership. He praises Caitlin Clark for navigating the culture wars more gracefully than almost anyone in sports today, draws a compelling parallel between Clark and Larry Bird, and argues the WNBA under commissioner Kathy Engelbert isn't doing nearly enough to capitalize on the attention Clark has generated — in part because leagues remain skittish about race and sexuality debates they'd rather avoid entirely. Ourand closes with a detailed look at the messy economics of college sports, explaining how the biggest programs are effectively subsidizing smaller ones, why a real collective bargaining structure may eventually be inevitable, and why the sport's true power brokers could soon demand a much larger share of the revenue pie for themselves. Finally, Chuck hops into the ToddCast Time Machine to revisit the ratification of the 14th amendment at a time when the idea of birthright citizenship is being called into question, and answers listeners’ questions in the “Ask Chuck” segment. 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Timeline: (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements) 00:00 Chuck Todd’s introduction 02:30 A primary calendar shows the type of nominee a party wants 03:15 The calendar dictates where candidates spend their time 04:15 The first state on the calendar is massively important 05:00 The Democratic nominee will have to survive South Carolina 05:30 Iowa has gone first for decades 07:15 First in the calendar matters more than anything else 07:45 South Carolina is a test for black support & viability in the south 08:30 South Carolina going first is designed to hurt the viability of progressives 09:15 Going first created robust state parties in Iowa & New Hampshire 10:00 Democrats have underinvested in South Carolina & Mississippi 13:15 Strong state organizations create future candidates & elected reps 14:45 With more TLC, Democrats should be able to make SC a swing state 15:45 South Carolina will determine which candidates are viable 17:15 Progressives have gotten thumped in SC primaries 18:15 Calendar is designed to make life harder for progressives 19:45 The calendar doesn’t always produce the intended candidate 22:00 20% in a crowded field could be enough to win or take 2nd 24:00 If Kamala Harris doesn’t win South Carolina she’s basically out 24:45 On paper, this is a huge boost for Wes Moore if he runs 26:00 Whoever is in 1st place this far out is a measurement of name ID 26:30 New Hampshire Dems are upset about not being first 28:30 Nevada is not the test that Democrats claim it is 29:00 The culinary union shapes the entire state’s politics in Nevada 30:00 The DNC wanted states that could produce same-night results 31:30 Nevada isn’t a good test of the latino vote, Arizona would be better 32:45 In theory, Michigan is a good state to test, but it’s getting divided over Israel 33:30 Israel could get so divisive it could hurt Dems in a general election 34:15 Virginia is now the last state of the early window before Super Tuesday 34:45 Virginia tends to serve as a bulwark for the moderate candidates 36:00 Virginia is a blue state, but it’s a center-left state 37:15 More than any candidate, the table is set for Wes Moore 37:45 The calendar is also good for Pete Buttigieg 39:15 What the best primary calendar would look like for progressives 41:00 What the best MAGA primary calendar would look like 44:00 The calendar dictates who candidates must become during campaign 45:45 Super Tuesday was created to balance out the early base voters 47:30 Legislature control also dictated the creation of this Dem primary calendar 49:15 Ken Martin’s leadership at the DNC has been major problem 50:00 Do Dems want Martin serving as the referee for the nomination fight? 50:45 Martin is clearly not in the right headspace to lead the DNC 51:45 The DNC’s money problems are a reflection on Martin, not the party 52:45 Trump bloviated & issued more threats to Iran & he’s backing down again 53:45 Less than 12 hours after making threats, he halted strikes 54:45 Trump is completely out of ideas on Iran 55:45 Iran is easily the dumbest thing a president has done this century 56:30 For years the goal was non-proliferation, now we’re helping the Saudis? 58:15 If we’re helping Saudis with nuke technology, who are we to tell others no? 59:00 Trump’s personal financial gain may have accelerated this 59:30 Dems nominate Troy Jackson to replace Graham Platner 1:00:00 Maine senate is once again a very winnable race for Democrats 1:01:15 Trump has made the races in Michigan and Maine much harder 1:02:15 Trump has no idea what’s going on in American politics, can’t read a room 1:03:00 White House bragged that they added tariffs to help big tech 1:04:15 Data centers are the biggest issue for voters in many states 1:05:45 Trump calls LeBron James a racist at oval office press conference 1:06:45 Obama reached out to give Caitlin Clark advice & words of comfort 1:08:00 Trump showed he wants to divide, Obama tried to turn temperature down 1:09:15 Mrs. Todd’s suggestion for changing the White House Correspondents’ Dinner 1:17:45 John Ourand joins the Chuck ToddCast 1:19:45 Chuck & John’s shared origins at Sports Business Daily 1:22:15 Who are the new owners of the Seattle Seahawks? 1:23:00 We are ending the era of the family owned teams 1:24:00 How did NFL teams double in value in 3 years? 1:25:00 NFL ownership is a club rich people want to be in 1:25:45 There are new tax advantages to owning franchises 1:28:00 Are sports franchise valuations a bubble that could burst? 1:29:45 The NFL signed $110B in deals in 2 years 1:30:15 The middle class of sports rights might face a reckoning soon 1:30:45 The PGA Tour may have cause for concern for media rights 1:33:15 Streamers are doing just fine with limited packages of games 1:33:45 If Amazon gave up their rights, the stock price probably goes up 1:35:30 The NFL conscious of not hurting the business of legacy networks 1:37:30 Will the leagues move broadcast production in-house? 1:39:45 Leagues more likely to partner with large production companies 1:42:15 There’s still a market for investigative sports journalists 1:45:15 Nobody wants to be the executive that kills journalism at ESPN 1:46:00 Reporters at ESPN are aware of where the third rail is 1:47:00 Pablo Torre’s scoop on the Clippers was a journalist’s dream 1:49:15 How are leagues/players interacting with politics? 1:50:30 Michael Jordan stayed out of the political fray 1:52:30 The UFC fight at the White House had huge ratings 1:53:00 Trump’s involvement in overturning red card possibly boosted ratings 1:55:15 Caitlin Clark has been great at avoiding be pulled into the culture wars 1:56:00 Parallels between Larry Bird & Caitlin Clark 1:58:15 The WNBA isn’t doing enough to capitalize on Clark’s popularity 2:00:30 Leagues are afraid of race & sexuality debates 2:01:15 Is Kathy Engelbert the right commissioner for the WNBA? 2:04:30 How would collective bargaining be organized in college sports? 2:07:45 The biggest college programs are subsidizing the smaller ones 2:10:15 Could big programs demand a bigger share of the revenue? 2:15:30 Where you can find John’s work 2:17:00 ToddCast Time Machine - July 28th, 1968 2:17:30 This was the day William Seward certified the 14th Amendment 2:18:15 Some states tried to rescind their certification 2:18:45 Congress declared the amendment ratified 2:19:30 “Who gets to be an American?” was a question the founders left open 2:20:15 Birthright citizenship was an open question at the time 2:20:45 Dred Scott was one of the worst SCOTUS decisions of all time 2:21:30 States tried to reassemble the structures of slavery after the war 2:22:00 Abolishing slavery and securing freedom were two different things 2:22:45 Citizenship couldn’t rest on a law, it had to be in the constitution 2:23:30 Trump vs. Barbara ended with SCOTUS upholding birthright citizenship 2:24:30 The case of Won Kim Ark became foundation of this summer’s ruling 2:25:30 Congress addressed Native American citizenship in 1924 via statute 2:27:30 Someone from anywhere could become an American 2:28:15 Every generation has found new ways to fall short of the American promise 2:29:15 Certification of the 14th amendment is what makes America different 2:30:00 Ask Chuck 2:30:15 Have you seen anything to suggest Trump has a religious faith? 2:33:30 Goal of NDAA integrating more between the U.S. & Israeli militaries? 2:38:30 If a president were convicted and removed via impeachment… What happens next? 2:42:00 Recommendations for political books? 2:47:00 Has the kind of voter fraud cited by Republicans ever changed an outcome?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck Todd delivers a masterclass on the single most underappreciated force in presidential politics: the primary calendar, which he argues reveals exactly what kind of nominee a party actually wants long before a single vote is cast. He explains that the Democratic decision to put South Carolina first is by design a test of Black support and viability in the South — and one that's deliberately engineered to hurt progressives, who have consistently gotten thumped in South Carolina primaries. He believes that Democrats have badly underinvested in South Carolina and Mississippi, meaning a little TLC could plausibly turn South Carolina into a genuine swing state. The calendar's practical effect, he argues, is that it sets up well for Wes Moore (if he runs) and is nearly as favorable for Pete Buttigieg, while raising the stakes for Kamala Harris to the point that if she doesn't win South Carolina, she's essentially finished. He is sharp on the flaws of the rest of the early window — Nevada isn't the test Democrats claim because the culinary union shapes everything and Arizona would better measure the Latino vote, Michigan is theoretically ideal but is getting torn apart over Israel in ways that could hurt Democrats in a general, and Virginia (now the last stop before Super Tuesday) reliably serves as a bulwark for moderates because it's a center-left rather than hard-left blue state — and he lays out what the ideal calendar would look like for progressives and for MAGA respectively. He's blunt that Ken Martin's leadership of the DNC has been a major problem, questioning whether Democrats really want him refereeing the nomination fight when the party's money troubles are a reflection on Martin himself. He then turns to Trump backing down on Iran yet again — halting strikes less than 12 hours after issuing fresh threats — calling the entire Iran adventure easily the dumbest thing a president has done this century, especially now that an administration once committed to non-proliferation appears to be helping the Saudis with nuclear technology. He notes Democrats nominated Troy Jackson to replace Graham Platner, making the Maine Senate seat winnable again even as Trump has made the races in both Maine and Michigan harder, and closes with a run of telling contrasts: the White House openly bragging that it added tariffs to help big tech, data centers emerging as the top issue for voters in many states, Trump calling LeBron James a racist from the Oval Office while Obama quietly reached out to offer Caitlin Clark advice and comfort — a perfect encapsulation, He argues, of one leader who wants to divide and another trying to turn the temperature down. Finally, Chuck hops into the ToddCast Time Machine to revisit the ratification of the 14th amendment at a time when the idea of birthright citizenship is being called into question, and answers listeners’ questions in the “Ask Chuck” segment. Play ball and swing for the fences on FanDuel, an official partner of the MLB at https://FANDUEL.COM. Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at https://ethos.com/chuck. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. For free and unbiased Medicare help, dial (980) 734-3985 to speak with my trusted partner, Chapter, or go to askchapter.org/chuck /*Paid Partnership Chapter and its affiliates are not connected with or endorsed by any government entity or the federal Medicare program. Chapter Advisory, LLC represents Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO, and PFFS organizations and stand alone prescription drug plans that have a Medicare contract. Enrollment depends on the plan’s contract renewal. While we have a database of every Medicare plan nationwide and can help you to search among all plans, we have contracts with many but not all plans. As a result, we do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 50 organizations which offer 18,160 products nationwide. We search and recommend all plans, even those we don’t directly offer. You can contact a licensed Chapter agent to find out the number of products available in your specific area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-Medicare, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options. Timeline: (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements) 00:00 Chuck Todd’s introduction 02:30 A primary calendar shows the type of nominee a party wants 03:15 The calendar dictates where candidates spend their time 04:15 The first state on the calendar is massively important 05:00 The Democratic nominee will have to survive South Carolina 05:30 Iowa has gone first for decades 07:15 First in the calendar matters more than anything else 07:45 South Carolina is a test for black support & viability in the south 08:30 South Carolina going first is designed to hurt the viability of progressives 09:15 Going first created robust state parties in Iowa & New Hampshire 10:00 Democrats have underinvested in South Carolina & Mississippi 13:15 Strong state organizations create future candidates & elected reps 14:45 With more TLC, Democrats should be able to make SC a swing state 15:45 South Carolina will determine which candidates are viable 17:15 Progressives have gotten thumped in SC primaries 18:15 Calendar is designed to make life harder for progressives 19:45 The calendar doesn’t always produce the intended candidate 22:00 20% in a crowded field could be enough to win or take 2nd 24:00 If Kamala Harris doesn’t win South Carolina she’s basically out 24:45 On paper, this is a huge boost for Wes Moore if he runs 26:00 Whoever is in 1st place this far out is a measurement of name ID 26:30 New Hampshire Dems are upset about not being first 28:30 Nevada is not the test that Democrats claim it is 29:00 The culinary union shapes the entire state’s politics in Nevada 30:00 The DNC wanted states that could produce same-night results 31:30 Nevada isn’t a good test of the latino vote, Arizona would be better 32:45 In theory, Michigan is a good state to test, but it’s getting divided over Israel 33:30 Israel could get so divisive it could hurt Dems in a general election 34:15 Virginia is now the last state of the early window before Super Tuesday 34:45 Virginia tends to serve as a bulwark for the moderate candidates 36:00 Virginia is a blue state, but it’s a center-left state 37:15 More than any candidate, the table is set for Wes Moore 37:45 The calendar is also good for Pete Buttigieg 39:15 What the best primary calendar would look like for progressives 41:00 What the best MAGA primary calendar would look like 44:00 The calendar dictates who candidates must become during campaign 45:45 Super Tuesday was created to balance out the early base voters 47:30 Legislature control also dictated the creation of this Dem primary calendar 49:15 Ken Martin’s leadership at the DNC has been major problem 50:00 Do Dems want Martin serving as the referee for the nomination fight? 50:45 Martin is clearly not in the right headspace to lead the DNC 51:45 The DNC’s money problems are a reflection on Martin, not the party 52:45 Trump bloviated & issued more threats to Iran & he’s backing down again 53:45 Less than 12 hours after making threats, he halted strikes 54:45 Trump is completely out of ideas on Iran 55:45 Iran is easily the dumbest thing a president has done this century 56:30 For years the goal was non-proliferation, now we’re helping the Saudis? 58:15 If we’re helping Saudis with nuke technology, who are we to tell others no? 59:00 Trump’s personal financial gain may have accelerated this 59:30 Dems nominate Troy Jackson to replace Graham Platner 1:00:00 Maine senate is once again a very winnable race for Democrats 1:01:15 Trump has made the races in Michigan and Maine much harder 1:02:15 Trump has no idea what’s going on in American politics, can’t read a room 1:03:00 White House bragged that they added tariffs to help big tech 1:04:15 Data centers are the biggest issue for voters in many states 1:05:45 Trump calls LeBron James a racist at oval office press conference 1:06:45 Obama reached out to give Caitlin Clark advice & words of comfort 1:08:00 Trump showed he wants to divide, Obama tried to turn temperature down 1:09:15 Mrs. Todd’s suggestion for changing the White House Correspondents’ Dinner 1:16:00 ToddCast Time Machine - July 28th, 1968 1:16:30 This was the day William Seward certified the 14th Amendment 1:17:15 Some states tried to rescind their certification 1:17:45 Congress declared the amendment ratified 1:18:30 “Who gets to be an American?” was a question the founders left open 1:19:15 Birthright citizenship was an open question at the time 1:19:45 Dred Scott was one of the worst SCOTUS decisions of all time 1:20:30 States tried to reassemble the structures of slavery after the war 1:21:00 Abolishing slavery and securing freedom were two different things 1:21:45 Citizenship couldn’t rest on a law, it had to be in the constitution 1:22:30 Trump vs. Barbara ended with SCOTUS upholding birthright citizenship 1:23:30 The case of Won Kim Ark became foundation of this summer’s ruling 1:24:30 Congress addressed Native American citizenship in 1924 via statute 1:26:30 Someone from anywhere could become an American 1:27:15 Every generation has found new ways to fall short of the American promise 1:28:15 Certification of the 14th amendment is what makes America different 1:29:00 Ask Chuck 1:29:15 Have you seen anything to suggest Trump has a religious faith? 1:32:30 Goal of NDAA integrating more between the U.S. & Israeli militaries? 1:37:30 If a president were convicted and removed via impeachment… What happens next? 1:41:00 Recommendations for political books? 1:46:00 Has the kind of voter fraud cited by Republicans ever changed an outcome?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on America in the MorningA Pause In US-Iran Fighting After nearly two weeks of renewed intense bombing, President Trump over the weekend put military operations against Iran on hold, but still no talks are scheduled.  John Stolnis has more from Washington.   Reaction To The US-Saudi Nuclear Plan World leaders and U-S lawmakers are reacting to President Donald Trump's new condition regarding Israel to the recently signed U.S.–Saudi Arabia civil nuclear energy deal.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Maine Democrats Reset Following the withdrawal of controversial candidate Graham Platner, Maine Democrats over the weekend have united around a logger to run for the United States Senate and take on incumbent Senator Susan Collins with the leadership of the Senate at stake.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports.    Latest On The Cyclospora Outbreak The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is expanding their investigation on the latest outbreak of cyclospora, which seems to be expanding.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.   Seattle Shooting Police in Seattle report at least two people were killed and at least five others were wounded.  A barrage of gunshots could be heard around 6 p.m. at Seattle Center, which was hosting thousands of people for the Bite of Seattle food festival over the weekend.    Reaction To NYC Stabbings The suspect in the stabbing of two men in New York City will face a hate crimes charge, but Jewish leaders are demanding Mayor Zohran Mamdani tone down the rhetoric claiming he has led to increased acts of violence against Jews.  Sue Aller reports from New York.   Latest On The Ukraine War The war between Russia and Ukraine has now stretched on for the past four and a half years with no end in sight, and both sides trading drone attacks and Moscow sending missiles into Kyiv.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports Secretary of State Marco Rubio says some fresh thinking will be needed as the U.S. keeps trying to end the Russia-Ukraine war.   Seal Kicked It's happened again in California.  Federal investigators are looking into a video that seemingly shows a man kicking a sea lion at La Jolla Beach in San Diego.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. Judge Rules Against Trump Mail-In Voting Rules A federal appeals court over the weekend ruled against the Trump administration's efforts to implement stricter mail-in voting rules before midterm elections in the coming months.    Ford Bronco Recall Carmaker Ford is facing an urgent recall.  Correspondent Marcela Sanchez has details. Finally   A major merger between two of Hollywood's giants is now officially on hold, as legal and state scrutiny clouds the proposed alliance.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Troy Jackson has political experience but lacks the charisma Platner brought to the race. Still, Democratic Party delegates are expected to formally nominate Jackson this weekend to challenge Sen. Susan Collins, in a pivotal race that could determine control of the Senate.

Today's Headlines: Pete Hegseth went to Congress to ask for $1.5 trillion more for the Iran war — on top of the $37.5 billion already spent — while the Pentagon has been quietly underreporting troop injuries, with the New York Times revealing over 400 Americans have been hurt, nearly 100 just in July, which the Pentagon characterized as "mostly mild concussions" which is indeed, an injury. The 17 service members killed in a war we supposedly won several times were also not mentioned with particular urgency. In another Oval Office mess of an interview, Trump met with Lebanon's president to discuss the Israel-Lebanon peace agreement, then took press questions and downplayed Chinese election interference the week after his entire primetime election fraud circus, because consistency is not the vibe. On the election beat, New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill announced that a software glitch registered over 6,600 noncitizens to vote between 2023 and 2024, with fewer than 400 ultimately voting — a mix of Democrats, Republicans, and independents — the glitch was fixed in 2024, the vendor was fired, ineligible voters were removed, and Trump is going to love every second of this regardless of context. Graham Platner's replacement in the Maine Senate race is state legislator Troy Jackson, who secured the nomination and had reporting drop about his temper within 24 hours — including allegedly throwing a water bottle during a meeting about red flag gun laws. On public health, cyclosporiasis cases hit a record high with over 4,100 confirmed and 7,400 more under investigation, and measles cases reached a 35-year record with nearly 2,300 cases — the highest since measles was eliminated from the US in 2000 — and we're only halfway through the year. And finally, a judge ruled Trump must hand over detailed financial records for over 400 companies in a family trust as part of the defamation lawsuit he brought against the BBC over a January 6th documentary, which is the legal equivalent of suing someone and accidentally showing them your diary. Resources/Articles mentioned: WSJ: Hegseth Estimates Cost of Iran War at $37.5 Billion NYT: Pentagon Withheld Dozens of U.S. Military Injuries in Iran War WaPo: Trump meets with Lebanese leader, pledges support for peace efforts with Israel CNN: Trump downplays Chinese election interference five days after describing breach of historic proportions  WaPo: Nearly 400 noncitizens voted in elections in New Jersey, governor says WaPo: Democrat set to replace Platner in Maine led state Senate with a temper NYT: Cyclosporiasis Cases in the United States Hit Record High  WaPo: U.S. measles cases hit 35-year record with months left in 2026  Politico: Judge says Trump must hand over financial records to BBC  Subscribe to the Betches News Room and join the Morning Announcements group chat. Go to: betchesnews.substack.com Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Megyn Kelly is joined by Josh Holmes, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook, hosts of the Ruthless podcast, to discuss new reporting on Maine Senate candidate Troy Jackson, allegations about his treatment of female colleagues, new accusations of yelling at female politicians, whether Troy Jackson will defeat Sen. Susan Collins in Maine, wild comments from Maine Senate candidate “Ashley Webb” about gender identity and "mucus," Bill and Hillary Clinton's awkward vacation appearance, Bill Clinton's "MAGA-adjacent" hat sparking speculation about his feelings on Trump, why Biden's team is still trying to block the release of the Hur audio, new information we're learning about the arrest of Sunny Hostin's son for trespassing, Hostin's hypocrisy when it comes to the law and accountability, questions about what her son was doing "running" in that sketchy area, Tom Brady's thirst for attention and post-retirement persona, his strange "feud" with Logan Paul, how Brady is hurting his legacy and whether his divorce is part of the reason for this behavior, former CNN host Brooke Baldwin writing and talking about all the guys she's sleeping with, her "therapized" awakening, and more.   More from Ruthless: https://www.ruthlesspodcast.com/   Birch Gold: Text MK to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold ARMRA: go to https://tryarmra.com/MEGYNto get 30% off your first subscription order Herald Group: Learn more at https://GuardYourCard.com Supersure Insurance: Upgrade your business insurance to a year-round SuperAgency at https://Supersure.com/Megyn     Follow The Megyn Kelly Show on all social platforms: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/MegynKelly Twitter: http://Twitter.com/MegynKellyShow Instagram: http://Instagram.com/MegynKellyShow Facebook: http://Facebook.com/MegynKellyShow Find out more information at:https://www.devilmaycaremedia.com/megynkellyshow Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The fellas break down AOC's insane fake accents on the campaign trail, the Democratic Socialists' growing influence, the latest chaos in the Maine Senate race, and the voter ID debate. Plus, sit down with Sen. Bill Hagerty for an inside look at Iran, the midterms, and the future of the Republican agenda. #aoc #Senatedemocrats #congress #Iran #MAGA00:03:25 AOC's Campaign Trail Code-Switching Under Fire 00:09:25 AOC Targets the Filibuster and the U.S. Senate 00:13:41 Why Democratic Socialists Want to Abolish the Senate 00:18:46 The 'Global South' Agenda and the Democratic Party's Shift 00:27:08 Maine Democrats' Search for a Graham Platner Replacement Goes Off the Rails 00:38:34 Olive Garden's Pasta Pass Sparks a Voter ID Debate 00:42:07 Mark Warner Stumbles on Voter ID 00:55:29 Senator Bill Hagerty on Iran, Trump, and America's Next Move 01:05:06 Can Republicans Hold the House and Senate in the Midterms? 01:11:59 Chuck Schumer, Government Shutdowns, and the Democrats' Strategy 01:21:13 Senator Hagerty's Final Take on Iran and the 2026 Election Outlook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Maine Senate candidate Ashley Webb goes viral after defending her qualifications, policies, and reasons for running for office. The conversation sparks debate over the future of the Democratic Party, voter priorities, and what Americans want from their leaders.

On today's ‘Predictable w/ Stu', Stu Burguiere responds to a wave of attacks on prediction markets from CNN, The Hill and other critics who claim the industry is becoming dangerous while getting even the most basic of facts wrong (which must be quite embarrassing for them.) Then, Stu dives into the biggest news stories that went down over the past week including the latest in the Maine Senate race, Lindsey Graham's untimely death and political replacement, and the future of Lebron James's career in the NBA.

On today's ‘Predictable w/ Stu', Stu Burguiere responds to a wave of attacks on prediction markets from CNN, The Hill and other critics who claim the industry is becoming dangerous while getting even the most basic of facts wrong (which must be quite embarrassing for them.) Then, Stu dives into the biggest news stories that went down over the past week including the latest in the Maine Senate race, Lindsey Graham's untimely death and political replacement, and the future of Lebron James's career in the NBA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mayor Zohran Mamdani's socialist/communist agenda isn't stopping in New York City. As Democrats embrace their new world order, billionaires flee, radicals grow louder, and even Bill Maher is sounding the alarm that the party is heading toward communism. The Democrats' biggest problem isn't Republicans; it's the microphone. From AOC's accent switch-up to James Talarico's awkward town hall and Don Lemon's 2028 dreams, the party's messaging is becoming its own worst enemy. Sunny Hostin of “The View” says “no one is above the law” — until her own family is in trouble. After her son was busted trespassing, her actions cemented her as a massive hypocrite when she tried to wield her privilege to get him out of trouble. Democrats talk nonstop about inclusion, but they were too transphobic to elect Maine Senate candidate Ashley Webb. But there's a new conspiracy theory that he might have just been the old candidate in disguise. ► Catch up on my H-1B visa investigations: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLkJEwf2wliqrtNlYs9D78nmE_Gnja_PpC ► Email me at saratips@blazemedia.com if you have uncovered potential fraud in your area. ► Subscribe to my second YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SaraGonzalesTX?sub_confirmation=1 ► Patriot Mobile Go to https://www.PatriotMobile.com/SARA or call 972-PATRIOT. Use promo code SARA for a FREE MONTH of service. 0:00 - Zohran Mamdani's United States of Communism 22:06 - AOC's New Accent Unlocked 35:43 - Sunny Hostin Wields Her Privilege 44:19- Ashley Webb and Graham Platner Twins? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's episode is packed with the biggest political and cultural stories making headlines. We break down Anna Paulina Luna's tease about explosive declassified files involving a member of Congress, the latest developments surrounding the SAVE Act, and JD Vance's growing criticism from within the Republican Party.We also cover Sunny Hostin's son's detention, the Tate brothers' latest arrests and new UK charges, Tulsi Gabbard's brother's arrest, and Don Lemon's interview with Harry Sisson.Plus, we dive into Zohran Mamdani's controversial comments on Israel and ICE, John Fetterman's response, Bill Maher's criticism of the Democratic Party, and the growing debate over democratic socialism in New York City.Later, we discuss updates in the Maine Senate race, Megyn Kelly's latest comments on Israel, reactions across conservative media, and the bizarre Kat Kerr "apostle" book tour that's taking over social media.SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS TO SUPPORT OUR SHOW!Get your summer glow-up with a skincare upgrade from Bon Charge. Visit https://BonCharge.com/Chicks and use code CHICKS for 15% off sitewideDon't change your dog's food—just add Ruff Greens. Get your FREE jumpstart trial bag (just cover shipping) with code CHICKS at https://RuffChicks.comLose meaningful weight and keep it off with Lean. Get started with 20% off and FREE rush shipping at https://TakeLean.com with promo code CHICKSSubscribe and stay tuned for new episodes every weekday!Follow us here for more daily clips, updates, and commentary:YoutubeFacebookInstagramTikTokXLocalsMore InfoWebsite

Aaron McIntire covers the U.S. military's response after Iranian strikes on a base in Jordan left two American service members dead and one missing, plus new Iranian attacks on Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan over the weekend. He digs into a $60 billion wave of U.S. business deals with Iraq aimed at building alternative oil shipping routes around the Strait of Hormuz. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz continues defending his pardon of a convicted child rapist, and Aaron reacts to Tom Homan's compromise plan requiring ICE agents to wear body cameras within two months. He also covers a viral Olive Garden customer service exchange over its Never Ending Pasta Pass ID policy, and a widely mocked answer from Maine Senate candidate Ashley Webb about her qualifications for office. Aaron closes by highlighting Bill Maher and Senator John Fetterman's blunt criticism of their own party's drift toward figures like streamer Hasan Piker.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Iran announces “full-scale war” after weekend escalation of US and Iranian attacks; Human rights groups sue Trump Admin over sanctions on International Court; Gaza residents face sweltering heat from tents in war-torn Gaza Strip; Tensions grow after ICE shootings, NY Fed Building Attack, and detention reform lawsuit; Andy Burnham takes reins as UK's Prime Minister, after resignation of Keir Starmer; Troy Jackson enters key Maine Senate race against GOP incumbent Collins, after resignation of previous Dem candidate; Judge blocks Paramount/Warner Brothers merger as California-led lawsuit claims anti-competitive merger would diminish consumer choices The post Iran says “full-scale war” on after weekend US/Iran escalations; Human rights groups sue Trump Admin over sanctions on International Criminal Court – July 20, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.

Amanda Litman, president and co-founder of Run for Something, joins Dan to talk about what the spate of divisive of primaries means for Democrats and how progressives should be feeling heading into the midterms. They dive into the recruitment and vetting crisis that led to Graham Platner dropping out of the Maine Senate race, what comes next in the fight to unseat Susan Collins, and the increasingly contentious Michigan Senate primary between Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed.Want to listen to Pod Save America without the ads? Become a subscriber on Apple Podcasts, Supercast, YouTube, or Substack.For a closed-captioned version of this episode, click here. For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com and include the name of the podcast, episode title, and episode date.

A Democrat drops out of a governor's race, endorses a Republican, and suddenly everyone has a hot take, but the real story is the mechanics. We break down what Ken Miyagishima's exit means for the New Mexico governor race, why signature requirements and ballot access can be brutally determinative, and how the Las Cruces and El Paso media market complicates any “endorsement boost” narrative for Gregg Hull versus Deb Haaland.Then we pull the camera back to national politics and ask the question people keep messaging us about: who actually leads the Republican ticket next? JD Vance's Joe Rogan appearance gives us a clean look at both sides of the coin, the best of his working-class, housing affordability, and capitalism defense arguments, and the parts that worry us when Iran negotiations, Israel, and public criticism enter the picture. We also play and react to a Marco Rubio speech that reminds us what a big, values-driven foreign policy message sounds like, and why the party may be heading toward a real split in tone and priorities long before 2028.We also hit the headlines that are equal parts serious and absurd: the Iran conflict expanding after the deaths of two U.S. service members, the case for ICE agents wearing body cameras, a legally dubious push to “arrest” Benjamin Netanyahu in New York, the Maine Senate race going off the rails, and why prediction markets like Polymarket and Kalshi are turning Washington's information economy into a temptation machine that looks a lot like insider trading. If you like sharp analysis with a little comedy relief, you're in the right place. Subscribe, share the show with a friend, and leave a review, what topic do you want us to dig into next?Website: https://www.nodoubtaboutitpodcast.com/Twitter: @nodoubtpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/NoDoubtAboutItPod/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markronchettinm/?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D

Graham Platner has suspended his campaign for the U.S. Senate in Maine after a serious allegations surfaced. But the political damage was immediate. Top Democrats began pulling support, pressure mounted, and the Maine Senate race was thrown into chaos.For free and unbiased Medicare help, dial (656) 218-0931 to speak with my trusted partner, Chapter, or go to https://askchapter.org/nez✅ Reach out to me: https://bio.site/professornez✅ ORIGINAL MADE IN U.S.A 250TH AMERICA DESIGNS: https://professornez.myspreadshop.com/✅ Check out our Official Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@professornezclips▶ Support the Channel and Buy us a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/professornezEducational Commentary & Original AnalysisThis channel presents educational, lecture-style analysis created by a university professor and educator. Content focuses on contextual examination, historical background, legal frameworks, and evidence-based analysis of widely reported events, public records, and institutional processes.The approach emphasizes academic methodology, media literacy, and source-driven interpretation rather than advocacy, persuasion, or real-time news reporting. Viewers are encouraged to consult primary sources and form independent conclusions.All content is provided for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, medical, or professional advice. Views expressed are solely those of the creator.This channel may include references or links to third-party websites or products for informational purposes. Some links may be affiliate links, which may generate a commission at no additional cost to the viewer.In this video expert Professor Nez analyzes and educates on what happened and why with fact based, data based, verified and researched expertise reporting.All original content is protected by copyright. Fair use applies where permitted by law.Category: News Analysis & Educational CommentaryMethodology: This report utilizes primary source verification and comparative analysis of public records.Subject Matter Expertise: Political Strategy, Regulatory Policy, and Media Literacy.Chapter Advisory, LLC represents Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO, and PFFS organizations and stand alone prescription drug plans that have a Medicare contract. Enrollment depends on the plan's contract renewal. While we have a database of every Medicare plan nationwide and can help you to search among all plans, we have contracts with many but not all plans. As a result, we do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 50 organizations which offer 18,160 products nationwide. We search and recommend all plans, even those we don't directly offer. You can contact a licensed Chapter agent to find out the number of products available in your specific area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-Medicare, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options.

This week on Washington Journal... Democratic Socialists of America National Co-Chair Ashik Siddique explains the principles of democratic socialism and discusses recent primary victories by DSA-backed candidates. Then, Republican Congressman Marlin Stutzman of Indiana joins us to talk about renewed U.S. military action in Iran and defense spending. And News Center Maine political reporter Phil Hirschkorn looks at the latest developments in Maine's U.S. Senate race and the upcoming Democratic nominating convention. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Graham Platner's campaign may be over and done with, but the hilarity that follows in the race to replace him is only just beginning. In this laid-back Friday edition of ‘Will Cain Country,' Will and The Crew examine the curious case of Maine Senate hopeful Ashley Webb, as well as check in with what you, The Willitia, had to say about the latest week of the show. Plus, they break down what to expect from the fast-approaching World Cup Final between Spain and Argentina, and take a look at Secretary Marco Rubio and Stephen Miller's comments on the rise of Left-wing terrorism. Subscribe to ‘Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch Will Cain Country!⁠⁠⁠ Follow ‘Will Cain Country' on X (⁠⁠⁠@willcainshow⁠⁠⁠), Instagram (⁠⁠⁠@willcainshow⁠⁠⁠), TikTok (⁠⁠⁠@willcainshow⁠⁠⁠), and Facebook (⁠⁠⁠@WillCainNews) Follow Will on X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

More horrific murders from ICE, an exhausting scramble to find a candidate to replace Graham Platner in the Maine Senate race, and a massive lawsuit to stop the Paramount/Warner Brothers Discover merger. The news doesn't slow down, so we can't either. This week, Adam is joined by David Dayen, executive editor of The American Prospect, and David Weigel, national political editor at Semafor. --SUPPORT THE SHOW ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/adamconoverSEE ADAM ON TOUR: https://www.adamconover.net/tourdates/SUBSCRIBE to and RATE Factually! on:» Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/factually-with-adam-conover/id1463460577» Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0fK8WJw4ffMc2NWydBlDyJAbout Headgum: Headgum is an LA & NY-based podcast network creating premium podcasts with the funniest, most engaging voices in comedy to achieve one goal: Making our audience and ourselves laugh. Listen to our shows at https://www.headgum.com.» SUBSCRIBE to Headgum: https://www.youtube.com/c/HeadGum?sub_confirmation=1» FOLLOW us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/headgum» FOLLOW us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/headgum/» FOLLOW us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@headgum» Advertise on Factually! via Gumball.fmSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Grace opens the show recapping the oddity that was the Maine Senate debate to replace Graham Platner. Then, Jon Fetherston of the Maine Wire joins the show to discuss the recent events in Biddeford, Shenna Bellows' performance at the debate and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Months before Graham Platner ended his campaign, EMILY's List publicly warned Democrats that nominating him would make it harder—not easier—to defeat Senator Susan Collins. In this episode, Jen Taylor-Skinner sits down with Jessica Mackler, president of EMILY's List, to discuss what the organization knew at the time, why it believed Platner was the wrong candidate to take on Collins, and what this series of events reveals about candidate vetting, electability, and the growing influence of "vibes-based" politics. Their conversation explores: Why EMILY's List took the unusual step of speaking out during a Democratic primary. The difference between a candidate being "human" and being disqualifying. How political media and online echo chambers can manufacture momentum around a candidate. Why women candidates continue to face different standards than men. What Democrats should learn from the Maine Senate race heading into the 2026 midterms. The Margin is a special midterm election series from The Electorette and URL Media, hosted by Jen Taylor-Skinner. If you found this conversation helpful, like this video and follow @electorette for more political midterm coverage, election analysis, and nuanced discussions that go beyond the headlines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been less than a week since Graham Platner officially withdrew from the Maine Senate race after a serious allegation of sexual assault. Maine Democrats are planning a nominating convention two days before the deadline to select another candidate – and at least seven Democrats have already thrown their hats into the ring. But Maine voters who believed in Platner are left without the fresh, inspiring candidate they supported. Rebecca Traister is a writer at large for New York magazine and a Maine resident. While some on the Left claim that Platner's existence was an embrace of masculinity and a rejection of QUOTE “Dem HR lady politics”, she found that Mainers, specifically women, had a far different view. We spoke to her about where those voters go next.And in headlines, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche gets grilled during his Senate confirmation hearing, the CDC imposes travel restrictions on Americans leaving the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and the U.S. Mint will soon produce $1 gold coins with Trump's face on them.Show Notes: Check out Rebecca's work – nymag.com/author/rebecca-traister/ Call Congress – 202-224-3121 Subscribe to the What A Day Newsletter – https://tinyurl.com/y4y2e9jy What A Day – YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@whatadaypodcast Follow us on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/crookedmedia/ For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com

Hey BillOReilly.com Premium and Concierge Members, welcome to the No Spin News for Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Stand Up for Your Country.  Talking Points Memo: Bill says affordability is the biggest issue in the midterm election, even though U.S. annual inflation dropped more than expected last month. What we know about President Trump's “Speech to the Nation” on Thursday evening. Sina Toossi, Senior Fellow at the Center for International Policy, discusses Iran, whether a viable military solution exists, and what he predicts will happen next. How the latest shooting by an ICE agent could impact the Maine Senate race. Final Thought: The World Cup is coming to an end. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In part two of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, CNBC ranks the top 10 worst states to live in / The daylight savings bill is approved by a Congressional House committee / The comparisons of the Maine Senate race vs the new South Carolina Senate race to fill Lindsey Graham's seat. For more talk on the issues that matter to you, listen on radio stations across America Monday-Friday 12am-5am CT (1am-6am ET and 10pm-3am PT), download the RED EYE RADIO SHOW app, asking your smart speaker, or listening at RedEyeRadioShow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Democrat Graham Platner says he plans to withdraw from Maine Senate race after sexual assault claim Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear requests update on Sen. Mitch McConnell's health | whas11.com Masked men with Confederate flags seen chanting, marching, riding Metro in DC White House deletes thousands of webpages about energy conservation as heatwave slams US | The Verge https://www.yahoo.com/news/us/articles/white-house-purges-thousands-pages-173101835.html Longevity guru Bryan Johnson reveals he has an incurable disease FDA panel on peptides will include experts who promote the unproven chemicals favored by RFK Jr. Live Updates: U.S. and Iran Trade Fresh Strikes After Trump Suggests Cease-Fire Is 'Over' - The New York Times

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In this Headline Brief edition of The Wright Report, Bryan reports on the sudden death of GOP Senator Lindsey Graham from a heart attack at age 71, and what his passing means for the Senate math heading into the midterms. Bryan also covers the renewed US Iran conflict flaring over a disputed clause in the peace memo governing the Strait of Hormuz, a surprise Trump Administration decision to extend deportation protections for Haitians and other groups under business pressure, record high asylum rejection rates in Michigan, and Graham Platner's exit from the Maine Senate race as Democrats scout replacement candidates further left. He rounds out domestic coverage with new Pew data on Muslim American attitudes toward Hamas and a big week of inflation and retail sales reports ahead. Plus, a gay cruise ship gets turned away from Turkey and Egypt, new research links daytime sunlight to better sleep, Johns Hopkins warns on marijuana risks for young brains, and a fasting protocol shows promise in easing radiation side effects for cancer patients. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32   Keywords: Lindsey Graham death, South Carolina special election, Scott Bessent, Iran Strait of Hormuz conflict, Trump Iran peace memo, diesel prices global squeeze, Haitian TPS extension, Trump immigration policy, Michigan asylum rejection rates, Graham Platner Maine Senate, Democrat Socialist candidates, Gavin Newsom Democratic Socialism, Pew Research Muslim Americans Hamas, consumer inflation report June, gay cruise ship Turkey Egypt, sunlight sleep research, Johns Hopkins marijuana psychiatric risk, fasting radiation cancer treatment, Wright Report Headline Brief

Ann Coulter. Beating the Anchor Baby Ruling with Roger Severino Beating the Anchor Baby Ruling w/ Roger Severino. UNSAFE with Ann Coulter Watch this video at- https://youtu.be/vlPxB4IPRWs?si=toAPwCef81ddqAWl Ann Coulter 2.86K subscribers Jul 10, 2026 UNSAFE w/ Ann Coulter - live on 07/09/2026 Ann Coulter opens with an urgent call for Donald Trump to veto the housing bill and its expansion of Section 8 housing, walking through what Section 8 did to Ferguson, Missouri, the landlords who profit, and Jared Kushner's Section 8 millions. She covers Graham Platner ending his Maine Senate campaign after his Reddit post mocking a wounded Purple Heart soldier, the rape revelation and the Totenkopf tattoo; Finland's Supreme Court convicting MP Päivi Räsänen over a 2004 church pamphlet on Christian teaching (and Rod Dreher's report that she can't transit Heathrow); Google AI falsely claiming New York Times coverage of the case; the cyclospora parasite outbreak and America's dependence on Mexican produce under NAFTA and USMCA; and The Atlantic's numbers on the death of reading, from the National Endowment for the Arts surveys to the reversing Flynn effect. Then the Heritage Foundation's Roger Severino — Project 2025 drafter, former head of civil rights at HHS, husband of Carrie Severino — details the plan JD Vance boosted for fighting the Supreme Court's anchor-baby ruling: closing the 14th Amendment territories loophole behind Chinese birth tourism in the Northern Mariana Islands and Guam, declaring birth-tourist parents persona non grata for life unless they renounce their child's citizenship, expedited deportation for the parents, requiring hospitals to report citizenship status of parents, making illegal-alien parents pay public school tuition to challenge Plyler v. Doe, and using tax law against returning anchor-baby 'sleepers' — the Al Capone treatment. Topics: housing bill, Section 8, Ferguson, Graham Platner, Maine Senate race, Päivi Räsänen, Finland hate speech, Google AI, cyclospora, Mexican produce, NAFTA, reading decline, Flynn effect, Roger Severino, Heritage Foundation, Project 2025, anchor babies, birthright citizenship, 14th Amendment, birth tourism, Northern Mariana Islands, Plyler v. Doe, deportation, JD Vance Watch live on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/AnnCoulter TikTok:   / realanncoulter   X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/anncoulter Substack: https://anncoulter.substack.com/

It's the new and improved John Fugelsang Show and Podcast! John can now be heard weekdays from 9am to Noon PT on Sirius XM Channel 127. He kicks off his new daytime show talking about the controversial death of South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham who passed away suddenly on Saturday night. It was a day after returning from an official visit to Kyiv, Ukraine. He also mentions the much-discussed return of Senator Mitch McConnell, who finally shares a fakey photo from his hospital recovery, prompting a flurry of conspiracy theories. John reflects on the devastating heatwave in Europe, resulting in tragic excess deaths, and the ongoing absurdity of climate denial. Then, John speaks about the implications of Graham Platner's withdrawal from the Maine Senate race with Boston Globe reporter Sam Brody, who provides insights into Platner's campaign collapse. Next, John welcomes the legendary Martin Sheen, whose career spans decades and includes iconic roles in films like Apocalypse Now and The West Wing. Beyond his acting accolades, Martin shares insights from his transformative journey into spirituality and activism, revealing how his experiences in India reshaped his understanding of humanity and social justice. Together, they explore the significance of art and faith in fostering a more compassionate world, discussing the moral obligations that come with breaking the law in the name of justice. Martin's new podcast is not just another celebrity platform; it's a meditative space where literature, history, and personal reflection intertwine, inviting listeners to embark on their own pilgrimages of self-discovery. Then finally, Professor Corey Brettschneider is back, and they unpack the broader implications of the political landscape. The episode wraps up with a thought-provoking discussion on the ethical obligations of public figures after their passing, and how history remembers controversial politicians.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This Friday we speak to Nathan Bernard from Drop Site News on the state of the Maine Senate race and how establishment Dems are using super delegates to decide the new candidate. Then we speak to Dr. Trita Parsi about the latest strikes in Iran and the Strait of Hormuz as well as claims from Israel that Iran is plotting an assassination on Trump. Nathan Bernard: https://x.com/nathanTbernard Trita Parsi: https://x.com/tparsi To become a Breaking Points Premium Member and watch/listen to the show AD FREE, uncut and 1 hour early visit: www.breakingpoints.com Merch Store: https://shop.breakingpoints.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

July 10, 2026 - 6am: Calls growing for an independent investigation into deadly Texas ICE shooting Graham Platner has still not formally dropped out of Maine Senate race WSJ: Inside Story of Europe's Rupture with America 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.

Noah, Charlie, MBD, and Phil discuss Graham Planter's decision to drop out of the Maine Senate race, Mayor Mamdani's snub of Little Italy, and the growing property tax rebellion. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear demands a full update on Senator Mitch McConnell's health as the 84-year-old remains hospitalized more than three weeks after a reported medical emergency. Graham Platner's embattled US Senate campaign comes to an end as Democrats scramble to protect a key pickup opportunity in Maine. A Utah judge orders further edits to recorded interviews with Tyler Robinson's former alleged trans furry roommate before the evidence can be played publicly in court. Crews stabilize a Manhattan skyscraper after buckling columns and bending steel triggered evacuations and fears of a possible collapse.   The Wellness Company: Don't let a sudden illness derail your summer — secure your peace of mind and save $45 on a Medical Emergency Kit today by visiting https://UrgentCareKit.com/MK and using promo code MK.    Cozy Earth: Visit https://www.CozyEarth.com & Use code MEGYN for up to 20% off  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Democrat Graham Platner has announced that he is dropping out of the race to represent Maine in the U.S. Senate, following new allegations — which Platner denies — that he raped a woman he once dated. We discuss how the Democratic Party ended up with such a controversial nominee and what comes next in the race for this Senate seat that the party desperately hopes to flip.This episode: senior political correspondent Tamara Keith, political reporter Elena Moore, and Maine Public chief politics and government correspondent Steve Mistler.This podcast was produced by Bria Suggs and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.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

Glenn starts the show by discussing the latest in America's conflict with Iran and why Iran remains a dangerous threat to the West. Glenn also gives the difference between Iran and North Korea, as Glenn argues that President Trump is attempting to do exactly what needs to be done to end the Iran threat. Glenn also tells the story of how President Trump traveled to Turkey in a fancy new plane, but due to the Iranian threat near the border, Trump had to fly back in an old armored jet with the shades lowered. Glenn discusses the downfall of the once-informative Smithsonian Museum, which he claims has now been captured by self-loathing revisionism that turns American heroes into villains and core values into racial flaws. Glenn Beck producer and co-author of "Chasing Embers" Mikayla Hedrick joins to discuss the release of the audiobook and the production behind it. Graham Platner has officially dropped out of the Maine Senate race after a sexual assault accusation, and Glenn discusses how Democrats manipulate elections with superdelegates to hand-select candidates for critical elections.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Maine Senate race has been thrown into complete disarray after serious allegations of sexual assault emerged against Graham Platner. This week Alex speaks to Dan Kleban, U.S. Senate candidate and co-founder of the Maine Beer Company, about how Democratic voters in Maine are feeling in the wake of Platner's campaign implosion, and why they don't want Washington meddling in their elections. Then she's joined by democratic strategist Adam Jentleson to talk about what comes next, how this scandal impacts Democrats' chances to take over the Senate, and how to read into wins by both Democratic Socialist candidates and moderates.For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com.

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" gives a first look at the stories you need to know to start your day, including President Donald Trump opting to fly home from the NATO Summit aboard the current Air Force One instead of the new Qatari-donated aircraft amid ongoing threats from Iran following U.S. airstrikes, raising questions about presidential security and military readiness; and Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner facing mounting pressure to withdraw after a rape allegation from former girlfriend Jenny Racicot, as Zohran Mamdani's fixer, Morris Katz, attempts to leverage Platner's resignation to persuade Democrats to select a progressive candidate for the Maine Senate race against Susan Collins.

Ryan and Saagar discuss Iran strikes US bases, Platner drops out. To become a Breaking Points Premium Member and watch/listen to the show AD FREE, uncut and 1 hour early visit: www.breakingpoints.com Merch Store: https://shop.breakingpoints.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Erin and Alyssa dissect the fallout from the latest Graham Platner allegations, the vital status of Mitch McConnell, and the BS Americans endured in the name of Freedom 250. Then the president of the National Institute for Reproductive Health, Christian Lobue, joins to talk about the organization's exciting partnership with Olivia Rodrigo's all-female music festival, Daisy Chain Fields. They wrap up with a World Cup edition of the Sanity Corner and an update about the show.For a closed-captioned version of this episode, click here. For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com and include the name of the podcast, episode title, and episode date.Democrats begin pulling Platner endorsements after Maine Senate candidate faces sexual assault allegation (PBS 7/7)Exclusive: Woman who dated Graham Platner says he sexually assaulted her (Politico 7/6)As health rumors swirl, GOP leaders say they've spoken with McConnell (WaPo 7/7)House Democrats accuse Trump of 'hijacking' America's 250th birthday for his own gain (NPR 7/2)‘You are all that matters to me': White House aide left adoring notes for Trump in ‘private spaces', new book reveals (The Independent 6/23)

Graham Platner has officially suspended his Maine Senate campaign, and the message from Democrats couldn't be any clearer — bypass voters and choose Maine's next candidate themselves. The Democratic Socialists of America organization calls for the destruction of America from within. Meanwhile, Jackson Hinkle, a member of the American Communist Party, chants, “Down with USA” during a rally in Tehran and attacks President Trump for criticizing communism. Teen takeovers have turned into an epidemic, and violent assaults against police officers are becoming the new norm. Matthew Marsden and Adam Johnson join the show. ► Catch up on my H-1B visa investigations: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLkJEwf2wliqrtNlYs9D78nmE_Gnja_PpC ► Email me at saratips@blazemedia.com if you have uncovered potential fraud in your area. ► Subscribe to my second YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SaraGonzalesTX?sub_confirmation=1 Sponsors: ► Home Title Lock Go to https://hometitlelock.com/sara and use promo code SARA to get a FREE title history report and a FREE TRIAL of the Triple Lock Protection! For details, visit https://hometitlelock.com/warranty. Timestamps: 00:00 – Graham Platner Ends Campaign 21:40 – DSA Calls for Destruction of America 28:46 – ‘Down with USA' Chants 35:50 – Violent Teen Takeovers Connect with Sara on Social Media: https://twitter.com/saragonzalestx https://www.instagram.com/saragonzalestx http://facebook.com/SaraGonzalesTX ► Subscribe on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sara-gonzales-unfiltered/id1408958605 ► Shop American Beauty by Sara: http://americanbeautybysara.com Sara Gonzales is the host of Sara Gonzales Unfiltered, a daily news program on Blaze TV. Joined by frequent contributors & guests such as Chad Prather, Eric July, John Doyle, Jaco Booyens, Sara breaks down the latest news in politics and culture. She previously hosted "The News and Why It Matters," featuring notable guests such as Glenn Beck, Ben Shapiro, Dave Rubin, Michael Knowles, Candace Owens, Michael Malice, and more. As a conservative commentator, Sara frequently calls out the Democrats for their hypocrisy, the mainstream media for their misinformation, feminists for their toxicity, and also focuses on pro-life issues, culture, gender issues, health care, the Second Amendment, and passing conservative values to the next generation. Sara also appears as a recurring guest on the Megyn Kelly Show, The Sean Spicer Show, Tim Pool, and with Jesse Kelly on The First TV. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Megyn Kelly is joined by Tom Bevan, co-founder of RealClearPolitics, and Mark Halperin, host of "Next Up," to discuss the explosive new abuse allegation against Graham Platner, why Democrats are now calling on him to drop out of the Maine Senate race, the political fallout ahead for the midterms, how the media buried the allegations against Graham Platner until they could no longer ignore them, questions surrounding the framing of the New York Times story earlier this month, and more. Then Dave Aronberg and Phil Holloway, hosts of "The MK True Crime Show," Mark Geragos, host of "In The Well," and Mark Eiglarsh and Jonna Spilbor, hosts of "Positively Legal," join to discuss the newly-released videos during the hearing allegedly showing Tyler Robinson before and after the Charlie Kirk assassination, why prosecutors chose to present the extensive surveillance footage, the chilling texts alleged to be between Robinson and his "trans" lover, the key issue of whether Robinson went back to the campus to recover his gun, the latest developments from Tyler Robinson's preliminary hearing, the defense strategy being revealed throughout the hearing, the way the defense is attacking the lack of security the day of the Charlie Kirk assassination, the real reason Tyler Robinson's preliminary hearing is going on so long, why prosecutors are presenting an unusually extensive amount of evidence before trial, how the surveillance footage and witness testimony are a play to the public and potential jury, why conspiracy theories surrounding the Charlie Kirk assassination are missing the facts, the evidence tying Tyler Robinson to the crime, the strange portions of the case, and more.   Subscribe to MK True Crime to find ALL the shows: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mk-true-crime/id1829831499 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4o80I2RSC2NvY51TIaKkJW YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MKTrueCrime?sub_confirmation=1   Subscribe to Mark's show Next Up: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-up-with-mark-halperin/id1810218232 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2f0n8G4xqUo8aGxbbbtRjH YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nextuphalperin?sub_confirmation=1   Bevan: https://www.realclearpolitics.com/   Supersure Insurance: Upgrade your business insurance to a year-round SuperAgency at https://Supersure.com/Megyn DailyLook: https://dailylook.com to take your style quiz and use code MEGYN for 50% off your first order. ARMRA: go to https://tryarmra.com/MEGYN to get 30% off your first subscription order Herald Group: Learn more at https://GuardYourCard.com     Follow The Megyn Kelly Show on all social platforms: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/MegynKelly Twitter: http://Twitter.com/MegynKellyShow Instagram: http://Instagram.com/MegynKellyShow Facebook: http://Facebook.com/MegynKellyShow Find out more information at:https://www.devilmaycaremedia.com/megynkellyshow Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.