Aug. 30 — Sen. Ted Cruz and Rep. Jim Clyburn
Summary
Kristen Welker interviews Senator Ted Cruz on his Clarence Thomas book, the Texas Senate race, and foreign policy. Congressman James Clyburn discusses Supreme Court expansion and Democratic strategy. The panel analyzes Trump’s midterm impact, the US-Canada trade war, and the Michigan Senate race amid controversies surrounding candidate El-Sayed.
Topics discussed
Midterm election outlook: Iran war, trade, and Senate races
Ted Cruz on Texas Senate race and Ken Paxton's campaign
Cruz discusses Iran war objectives and regime change
Venezuela oil deal and call for free elections
Cruz's 2028 presidential ambitions and midterm focus
Ted Cruz on his book about Justice Clarence Thomas
James Clyburn regrets supporting Clarence Thomas
Clyburn supports expanding the Supreme Court
Clyburn on Michigan Senate race and voter turnout
Clyburn rules out impeachment as top priority
Michigan nominee apologizes for synagogue comments
Trump's impact on GOP midterm turnout and candidates
Michigan Senate race and Israel-Gaza divide
Dolly Parton's legacy and refusal of Presidential Medal
US-Canada trade war and political reactions
2028 Presidential race speculation and Trump's influence
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