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204. Why Lindsey Graham’s Death Will Change Trump’s Agenda

Jul 13, 2026 · 37m

Summary

Hosts Anthony Scaramucci and Katty Kay discuss the death of Senator Lindsey Graham, analyzing his political evolution from a globalist to a Trump ally and his impact on Ukraine policy. They then examine escalating ICE enforcement tactics, highlighting a shift to quiet mass detentions and the fatal shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Texas. The episode also touches on the political fallout for Texas Senate candidate Ken Paxton and previews a members-only segment on New York Times subpoenas.

Topics discussed

Intro and England World Cup banter Lindsey Graham's political arc and legacy Graham's relationship with Trump and McCain Impact on Ukraine policy and Israel Conspiracy theories and final summary Sponsor break: Eight Sleep ICE enforcement tactics and quotas Political fallout in Texas Senate race Ken Paxton scandal and closing thoughts
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