Can Senate Republicans Pass Trump's Agenda?
Summary
Host Jane Koston and guest Burgess Everett analyze President Trump’s pressure on Senate Republicans to pass the "Save America Act" before the August recess, highlighting tensions with Majority Leader John Thune. The episode also covers Trump’s visit to Michigan, the lack of progress in curbing cocaine imports despite military strikes, and revelations that clean energy grants were canceled based on political bias.
Topics discussed
Intro: Trump's frustration with the Senate and DEA report
Trump's Michigan visit: Auto industry and tariffs
Iran conflict pause and Pentagon casualty reclassification
NYT reveals political cancellation of clean energy grants
Trump's White House Correspondents' Dinner speech
Interview: Trump vs. Thune over Save America Act and recess
Senate GOP infighting and leadership challenges
Sponsors: Z-Biotics, BetterHelp, and Kia
Senate agenda: Nominees, crypto bill, and Russia sanctions
Confirmation hurdles for CIA and AG nominees
Why John Thune remains Senate Majority Leader
History of Trump-Thune tensions and self-censorship
GOP frustration with Trump's Senate strategy
Outro: Long Play series promo and Dylan Mulvaney clip
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