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MAGA Scumbag Cory Mills Just Learned What Trump’s Loyalty Is Worth

Aug 19, 2026 · 18m

Summary

Andrew Egger and Lauren Egan analyze Florida’s Democratic primaries, highlighting the upset victory of socialist Angie Nixon over favorite Alexander Vindman for the Senate nomination. They discuss the awkward dynamic between Nixon and gubernatorial candidate David Jolly, who must distance himself from her label to appeal to Florida’s conservative electorate. The hosts also cover the primary defeat of controversial Republican Corey Mills, noting the strategic implications for Democrats in a state where they struggle to rebuild after years of Republican dominance.

Topics discussed

Corey Mills loses primary despite Trump endorsement Analysis of Republican primary upsets and strategy Florida's new redistricting map and risks Democrats' structural decline in Florida Angie Nixon's surprise Senate primary victory Challenges of running a socialist in Florida David Jolly distances himself from Nixon's socialism Strategic implications for the Democratic ticket Party erosion and the loss of moderate voters Why Alexander Vindman lost the primary Angie Nixon's path forward and funding hurdles Conclusion and newsletter promotion
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