Trump’s Big Midterm Convention Is Already Looking Like a Flop
Summary
The episode previews the 2026 GOP midterm convention in Dallas, noting low lawmaker attendance due to a $25,000 price tag and a perceived lackluster itinerary. Hosts critique the event's disorganization, including a website glitch linking to the Epstein files database, and its scheduling conflicts with major NFL games. They also analyze new political ads, highlighting Elon Musk’s SuperPAC attack on Sherrod Brown and a crude AI-generated spot from Ken Paxton. The show concludes with plans for live coverage of the Vance and Trump keynotes.
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Intro: Upcoming GOP Convention
Controversy over $25,000 attendee fees
Notable lawmakers skipping the event
Review of the convention itinerary
Low excitement and low attendance rates
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Logistical issues and lack of MAGA presence
Scheduling conflicts with NFL and website error
Speculation on surprise guests
Analysis of Elon Musk's anti-Brown ad
Critique of Ken Paxton's AI-generated ad
Bulwark's live coverage plans for the convention
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