Run Hegseth Run
Oct 8, 2026 · 55m
Summary
John Iadarola analyzes the midterm election landscape, highlighting Donald Trump’s botched Texas rally and Ken Paxton’s refusal to debate. The episode covers polling in Kansas where Democrat Adam Hamilton leads, and Mike Rogers’ controversial ad criticizing Trump’s trade war with Canada. Iadarola also discusses the USS Abraham Lincoln’s return, Pete Hegseth’s physical stunts, and concerns over potential election night interference.
Topics discussed
Show intro and preview of Senate, Iran, and FBI news
Trump's Texas rally gaffes and Ken Paxton debate avoidance
Kansas Senate race: Hamilton leads Marshall in polls
Mike Rogers ad criticizes Trump's Canada tariffs
Pete Hegseth controversy over Abraham Lincoln deployment
Pentagon develops strike options against Iran pre-midterms
Concerns over election certification and Mike Johnson's role
FBI surveillance of Suvi Savi and Trump's cover-up
Memphis city council votes on data center moratorium
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