Scott Jennings’ public audition
Aug 20, 2026 · 28m
Summary
The episode examines Scott Jennings as a frontrunner for White House Press Secretary, highlighting his aggressive defense of aide Natalie Harp. It also covers the departure of Legislative Affairs Director James Braid and the decline of "Resistance 1.0" candidates in Democratic primaries. Additional topics include Darlene Graham’s debate gaffe in South Carolina, Trump’s focus on White House renovations, and the political fallout from Harry and Meghan’s return to Britain.
Topics discussed
Sponsor: Bipartisan Alzheimer's Screening and Prevention Act
Show intro: Scott Jennings, White House departures, and Talk of the Town
Scott Jennings auditions for White House Press Secretary role
James Braid departs as White House Legislative Affairs Director
Talk of the Town: Is Resistance 1.0 dead for Democrats?
Darlene Graham's national security debate gaffe in South Carolina
Trump's new White House helipad and focus on physical legacy
Harry and Meghan moving back to Britain and right-wing reaction
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