U.S. Falls, America Rises, & the Platner Scandal Deepens | 7.7.26
Summary
This episode covers the U.S. men's soccer team's World Cup exit, highlighting the cultural impact of hosting the tournament and the controversy surrounding Christian Pulisic's suspension. It also details new sexual assault allegations against Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner and the subsequent withdrawal of Democratic endorsements. Finally, the hosts discuss the preliminary hearing in the trial of Tyler Robinson, accused of killing Charlie Kirk.
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Morning Wire intro: World Cup, Platner allegations, Kirk trial
Team USA's World Cup loss to Belgium and tournament success
Controversy over Baligan's red card and Trump's intervention
Soft power wins: International fans' positive view of America
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Graham Platner sexual assault allegations and denial
Democratic endorsements withdrawn from Platner
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Charlie Kirk assassination trial preliminary hearing details
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