A desperate Trump, a deadly disease mystery, and trouble for Republicans
Summary
David Pakman analyzes Trump’s panic over midterms, highlighting desperate attacks on Democratic candidates in Texas and Michigan. The episode also covers the mysterious death of a Russian lab worker, with Pakman criticizing Trump’s reliance on Putin’s assurances rather than independent verification. Additionally, Pakman discusses Trump’s controversial comments about Iran attacking L.A. and San Diego, his authoritarian bragging about arresting political rivals, and an interview with Texas gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa regarding property taxes and the Latino vote.
Topics discussed
Intro: Trump's midterm panic and Russian lab death
Analysis of Trump's comments on Russian plague outbreak
Trump's desperate attacks on Texas and Michigan Democrats
Sponsor segments and show membership promotion
Trump's claims of power over political opponents and Nobel Prize
Trump doubles down on Iran attack comments about US cities
Sponsor: Data breach and identity theft protection
Interview with Texas gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa
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Chaos and hecklers at Trump's San Antonio rally
Speculation on Trump's leg brace and physical health
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