Trump's Canada Trade War Is Destroying Republicans in the Exact States They Need to Win
Aug 27, 2026 · 51m
Summary
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov, joined by Katie Fang, analyze the Trump administration’s trade war with Canada and its impact on the upcoming midterms. They discuss Republican backlash over beef tariffs, Democratic infighting regarding DSA-affiliated candidates, and harsh immigration policies targeting visas and voting lists. The episode also covers Meta’s $1.75 billion social media settlement and the South Carolina Senate runoff.
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Introduction with co-host Katie Fang and midterm timeline
GOP backlash to beef tariffs and food safety memes
Trade war implications and Canadian diplomatic response
Cost of living pressures and potential for congressional pressure
Democratic strategy: seizing the moment vs. building policy
Voter frustration with corruption and economic pain points
Michigan primary dynamics and Abdul Al-Sayed's candidacy
Florida governor race: David Jolly vs. Ashley Moody
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Mass visa revocations and legal challenges to immigration policy
Stephen Miller's indifference and the USS Lincoln sailor case
USPS ballot rule lawsuit and Supreme Court procedural rulings
Election integrity claims vs. reality of voter fraud
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Meta's $1.3B settlement and the 'Social Reckoning' movie
South Carolina Senate runoff: Darling Nordone vs. Annie Andrews
Tribute to Dolly Parton's legacy and philanthropy
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