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SCOTUS OKs Trump's Crackdown on Mail-In Voting

Aug 27, 2026 · 41m

Summary

Susan Demas and Edwin Eisendrath critique the Trump administration’s trade war with Canada, warning of severe economic damage to key states like Michigan. They condemn ICE’s brutal tactics, the neglect of Gary, Indiana, and the Supreme Court’s erosion of democratic norms. The hosts urge voters to verify registration and prepare for a decisive election to restore American values.

Topics discussed

Sponsorship: Berkeley College and Remy Martin Introduction of host Edwin Eisendrath Analysis of the US-Canada trade war and tariffs Political consequences for Republicans in 2026 Measles outbreak and anti-vaccine rhetoric Impact of tariffs on the auto industry and supply chains Michigan Senate race and El-Sayed's advantage Comparison of Trump's first and second terms Sponsorship: Berkeley College and Remy Martin Trump's foreign policy and alliance with dictators Power outage in Gary, Indiana and utility neglect Rebuilding the country and federal workforce Economic risks and foreign policy confusion Sponsorship: Berkeley College and Remy Martin Trump's low approval ratings and lack of achievements ICE brutality and detention of military families Reforming immigration enforcement and ICE Supreme Court ruling on mail-in voting Sponsorship: Berkeley College and Remy Martin Election integrity, voter suppression, and hope
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