September 24, 2026 ｜ Hosts: Maya & Rick Wilson
Summary
The Breakdown discusses Trump's ban on CNN, Politico, and MSNOW from the White House, noting the legal battles and the low viewership of his new Trump TV channel. The hosts analyze the midterm election landscape, highlighting Democratic polling leads in Texas and Florida, and criticize the Senate for continuing the Iran war. They also cover ProPublica's bribery allegations against Senator Susan Collins and express concern over the FDA nominee's background and the political focus on data centers.
Topics discussed
Sponsor reads: Cashflow and Just Food for Dogs
Discussion on Hong Kong's status and vibe
Trump bans CNN, Politico, and MSNOW from White House
Media criticism and Trump TV viewership
Trump's physical appearance and press interactions
Media accountability and covering autocrats
Analysis of Trump's UN speech and delivery
Sponsor read: Just Food for Dogs
Trump's global impact and Trump TV collapse
ProPublica bribery report on Susan Collins
Republican strategy shifts and Texas polling
Florida polling and data center backlash
Sponsor reads: OnDec and Just Food for Dogs
Rural voter sentiment and exit polls
FDA nominee Heidi Overton controversy
Trump TV failure and Mitch McConnell's health
Texas polling: Paxton vs. Talarico
Sponsor reads: OnDec and Just Food for Dogs
Lightning round: Trump, Tuberville, and furries
George Santos interview and Brendan Carr
Headlines: Bunkers, meat safety, and bats
Outro and final sponsor reads
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