Baby Back Fibs
Summary
John Iadarola and Sharon discuss the 2026 midterms, highlighting Susan Collins’s poor debate performance and James Tallarico’s lead over Ken Paxton in Texas. The hosts analyze Trump’s declining approval ratings, his controversial use of Grok for foreign policy decisions, and his attempts to interfere with election integrity. They also cover gubernatorial races in Ohio and Alaska, noting that Democrats are gaining ground despite Trump’s campaign efforts.
Topics discussed
Show intro and housekeeping
Preview of midterms, Trump approval, and new statue
Susan Collins: Road salt, cost of living, and Big Beautiful Bill
Collins' legacy: Rural healthcare, Kavanaugh vote, and judgment
Texas Senate race: Tallarico vs. Paxton ad analysis
Texas polling data and Obama's campaign visit
Trump as midterms closer and Republican voter sentiment
Senate race outlook and Trump's net approval drop
Trump's rally claims vs. Abbott's avoidance in Texas
Gubernatorial races in Ohio, Alaska, and Iowa
Russ Vought, OMB, and Trump's 'surprise' election claims
Election security concerns: ICE and election monitors
Trump using Grok for foreign policy and Venezuela operation
Foreign nationals in Russia: Traditional values visas and risks
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