MAGA’s Plan to Screw Democrats in Swing Seats
Summary
The Bulwark investigates allegations of MAGA operatives infiltrating the Green Party to spoil elections in key swing districts. Hosts discuss Brendan’s reporting on suspicious candidates in Michigan, Arizona, and Pennsylvania, including Shane Diedrich, who lacks a digital footprint and has ties to Republicans. The episode highlights the Green Party’s failure to vet nominees, raising concerns about deliberate vote-splitting strategies in tight races.
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Sponsors: Resorts World NYC and HomeSense
Intro: Green Party infiltration investigation
Michigan's 7th District race context
Shane Diedrich: The ghost candidate
Green Party convention concerns
Green Party's defensive reaction
Sponsor: New York Times wild horse report
Arizona Green candidates linked to GOP
Pennsylvania Green candidate lawsuit
Conclusion: Lack of due diligence
Outro sponsors: Resorts World and HomeSense
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