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Brooks and Capehart on how economic concerns defined the primaries

Aug 21, 2026 · 12m

Summary

David Brooks and Jonathan Capehart analyze the Florida Senate primary, where Angie Nixon’s victory signals a shift toward economic issues over anti-Trump sentiment. They discuss the South Carolina GOP runoff, noting voters’ preference for outsider Darlene Graham despite her lack of expertise. The duo critiques Trump’s erratic foreign policy, which damages alliances while flattering autocrats. Finally, they address the security concerns surrounding aide Natalie Harp’s lack of clearance and her intimate correspondence with the president.

Topics discussed

Florida Senate Primary: Angie Nixon's Victory Analysis of Nixon's Appeal and DSA Ties South Carolina Runoff: Darlene Graham vs. Ralph Norman Historical Comparison: Ted Kennedy's Campaign Trump's Foreign Policy: Lashing Out at Allies Natalie Harp Controversy and Security Clearance
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