Trump's Wars Are Bankrupting America
Summary
Pod Save America analyzes how Trump’s escalating war with Iran and new tariffs are hurting his party in fresh midterm polling. The hosts discuss the controversial deal allowing Saudi Arabia to pursue nuclear capabilities and the political backlash against data center construction. They also examine the DNC’s contentious debate over the 2028 presidential primary calendar, featuring insights from Jennifer Palmieri on Southern politics.
Topics discussed
Intro and Jubilee TV ad
Trump's Iran strategy and polling analysis
Sponsors: Strawberry and Mint Mobile
Defense budget and Iran war funding
Tariffs on Canada and generic drugs
Trump's midterm strategy and monuments
Data centers as a 2026 election issue
New polling on economy and immigration
DNC primary calendar and state disputes
Dan Scavino's White House tour video
Sponsors: Chime and Third Love
Interview: Winning back the South
Outro and Hotels.com ad
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