Trump’s Big Midterm Event Faces Major GOP Turnout Problems
Summary
The episode critiques the "Trumpalooza" midterm Republican convention, noting that roughly 90% of House and Senate Republicans are skipping the event due to Trump's unpopularity. The hosts discuss how GOP candidates are scrubbing Trump references from their websites and highlight Gallup data showing a significant shift in voter identification toward Democrats. They also analyze Trump’s "Toughest Guy" ad, his hoarding of MAGA Inc. funds, and the uncertain status of Senator Mitch McConnell.
Topics discussed
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Low attendance at the GOP Midterm Convention
Speaker lineup and Trump's self-focused agenda
Polling: Democrats lead Republicans in party ID
GOP members scrubbing Trump references from sites
Tim Scott praises Trump's marketing genius
Sponsorship: LeafFilter gutter protection
Critique of MAGA culture and 'America First' split
Trump's PAC funds and the 'Toughest Guy' ad
Update on Mitch McConnell's return to Senate
Democratic counter-events and closing remarks
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