The Breakdown The Breakdown

Jim Acosta

Oct 15, 2026 · 56m

Summary

Jim Acosta interviews Florida gubernatorial candidate David Jolly, who discusses the race against Byron Donalds, focusing on economic issues like housing and healthcare, and the impact of Trump's immigration policies on Hispanic voters. The segment highlights the potential for Democratic upsets in MAGA states and the strategic importance of the Black and Latino vote. Acosta then speaks with former federal prosecutor Glenn Kirschner about the erosion of the rule of law, including violent incidents at Trump rallies and the administration's defiance of federal court orders. Kirschner analyzes …

Topics discussed

Introduction: 20 days to midterms and Florida race Bill Clinton's surprise endorsement of David Jolly Economic focus: Housing, healthcare, and education Andy Harris debate incident and fuel tax relief Byron Donalds' distancing from Trump and voter coalitions Angie Nixon's rise and the threat of corruption Cuban-American voters and immigration policy Sponsor break: Addy and Stiefel Immigration pathways and Trump's Venezuela/Cuba moves Glenn Kirshner: Rule of law and assault at rallies Judicial contempt powers and executive defiance Election integrity fears and legal preparedness Sponsor break: Addy and Stiefel Internal Trump administration conflicts and press secretary issues Analysis of Trump's governance style and credibility Battleground map: Key House and Senate races Trump's social media posts and sponsor break Violence at rallies and the 'fascistic' comparison Closing: The opportunity for 'Rejection Day' on Nov 3
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