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Trump puts himself on the ballot as election alarms grow

Sep 8, 2026 · 1h 4m

Summary

David Pakman analyzes a warning from international security expert Peter Van Praag that Trump may attempt to overturn the 2026 midterms if Republicans lose, citing recent executive orders and federal election monitoring. The host also discusses the dangerous combination of Trump’s cognitive decline and narcissism, which creates a feedback loop of denial and sycophancy. Additionally, the episode covers the Republican midterm convention in Dallas, where organizers are struggling to fill seats despite Trump’s central role, and features an interview with Iowa candidate Josh Urek regarding rural…

Topics discussed

Sponsors: Instagram teen safety and Blinds.com sale Intro: Trump's cognitive issues and midterm convention Warning from Peter Van Praeghe on election integrity Analysis: Trump's cognitive decline and narcissism Sponsors: Trust & Will and Helix Sleep Republican Midterm Convention: Low enthusiasm and free tickets Sponsors: Private Internet Access and Incogni Interview: Josh Turek on Iowa economy and farm crisis Clip: Markwayne Mullin's confusing 9/11 comments Personal 9/11 memory and book launch mission
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