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It All Just Collapsed for Trump in Texas

Aug 12, 2026 · 21m

Summary

This episode analyzes the collapse of MAGA support in Texas, citing polling leads for Democrats James Tallarico, Vicky Goodwin, and Gina Hinojosa. The host criticizes Greg Abbott and Ken Paxton for corruption, including the controversial Big Bend border wall and personal scandals. Clips from Tallarico and Hinojosa highlight economic struggles and calls for accountability. The segment concludes with a prediction of a Democratic "blue tsunami" in upcoming elections.

Topics discussed

MAGA collapse in Texas: Polling leads for Dems in Senate, Gov, and Lt. Gov races Big Bend National Park destruction, data center subsidies, and Trump's Turkey trip James Tallarico rally clips: Unity against billionaire special interests Sponsor segment: Wild Grain bake-from-frozen subscription box Ken Paxton's desperate campaign, cell tower scandal, and infidelity question Gina Hinojosa proposes $1,500 payments from rainy day fund to Texans Tallarico statement on Big Bend corruption and bipartisan border security Critique of ICE, Trump's killing of bipartisan immigration bill, and border policy Prediction of a Democratic blue tsunami and holding the regime accountable
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