Trump tests endorsement in South Carolina
Summary
Hosts Megan Messerle and Adam Ren discuss President Trump campaigning for Darlene Graham and Pete Buttigieg supporting Nancy LaCour in South Carolina, highlighting midterm stakes and 2028 primary implications. The episode also covers Knicks owner James Dolan’s GOP donations, the use of puppy-related attacks in campaigns, and Trump’s IndyCar appearance on the National Mall. Finally, they preview a conversation with Jonathan Haidt on AI and social media’s impact on youth mental health.
Topics discussed
Sponsor: Alzheimer's blood test and ASAP Act
Intro: Trump and Buttigieg in South Carolina
Trump campaigns for Darlene Graham in SC runoff
Buttigieg tests Black voter support in SC
Melania Trump's Rose Garden appearance
Knicks owner James Dolan backs GOP in NY
Puppies as a midterm campaign strategy
IndyCar race on the National Mall
Jonathan Haidt on AI and social media risks
Outro and newsletter promotion
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