Are any Republicans getting ready to move against Trump?
Summary
Emily Maitlis and John Sopel discuss growing concerns over Donald Trump’s fitness for office, exploring the 25th Amendment and potential congressional checks. Guest Miles Taylor, a former DHS official, argues Trump is more unstable than in his first term and urges voters to prioritize the midterms. The episode also covers the Pope’s feud with Trump and TMZ’s new aggressive congressional reporting style.
Topics discussed
Intro: Trump-Pope feud and 25th Amendment rumors
Explaining the 25th Amendment and political feasibility
Miles Taylor: Trump's instability and loyalist cabinet
Voting as the ultimate check on presidential power
Republican defections and private outrage vs public loyalty
Why impeachment fails and how to communicate with voters
TMZ enters Congress: Gossip, tips, and Ted Cruz
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