Roundup: Harris Courts GOP; Trump Returns To Shooting Site
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The podcast begins with the host's announcement of his return to Maryland after 18 years and a preview of the upcoming show. The discussion then shifts to Donald Trump's intensified campaign efforts, including multiple events per day and a large rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Trump's speeches focus on immigration and the 2020 election, often making false claims about federal aid and undocumented immigrants. The podcast analyzes Vice President Kamala Harris's campaign strategy, highlighting her efforts to build a coalition of anti-Trump voters, including Republicans and independents. The podcast discusses Liz Cheney's endorsement of Harris and her reasons for opposing Trump. The podcast then delves into a new legal filing in the special counsel Jack Smith's investigation into Donald Trump's efforts to overturn the 2020 election. The filing includes new details about Trump's actions on January 6th, 2021, and his alleged conversations with Steve Bannon. The podcast concludes with the "Can't Let It Go" segment, where the hosts share things they can't stop thinking about, including Trump's new line of watches, the HBO show "My Brilliant Friend," and the challenges of flying cross-country with a baby.
Outlines
Trump's Campaign Strategy and Election Interference
The podcast discusses Donald Trump's intensified campaign efforts, including multiple events per day and a large rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Trump's speeches focus on immigration and the 2020 election, often making false claims about federal aid and undocumented immigrants. The podcast also delves into a new legal filing in the special counsel Jack Smith's investigation into Donald Trump's efforts to overturn the 2020 election. The filing includes new details about Trump's actions on January 6th, 2021, and his alleged conversations with Steve Bannon.
Vice President Harris's Campaign Strategy and Liz Cheney's Endorsement
The podcast analyzes Vice President Kamala Harris's campaign strategy, highlighting her efforts to build a coalition of anti-Trump voters, including Republicans and independents. The podcast discusses Liz Cheney's endorsement of Harris and her reasons for opposing Trump.
Can't Let It Go: Trump Watches, \"My Brilliant Friend,\" and Cross-Country Flights with a Baby
The podcast concludes with the "Can't Let It Go" segment, where the hosts share things they can't stop thinking about. Topics include Trump's new line of watches, the HBO show "My Brilliant Friend," and the challenges of flying cross-country with a baby.
Keywords
Donald Trump
Former President of the United States, currently running for re-election in 2024.
Kamala Harris
Vice President of the United States, running for re-election in 2024.
Liz Cheney
Former Republican Congresswoman who has been a vocal critic of Donald Trump.
Election Interference
Actions taken to disrupt or manipulate an election, including spreading misinformation, hacking voting systems, or intimidating voters.
January 6th
The date of the attack on the United States Capitol by supporters of Donald Trump.
Steve Bannon
Former advisor to Donald Trump.
Anti-Trump Coalition
A group of individuals and organizations united in their opposition to Donald Trump and his policies.
Q&A
What are some of the key themes in Donald Trump's campaign speeches?
Trump's speeches often focus on immigration, the 2020 election, and claims of voter fraud. He frequently makes false statements about federal aid and undocumented immigrants.
How is Vice President Harris trying to build a coalition of voters?
Harris is attempting to attract Republicans and independents who are opposed to Trump by emphasizing her commitment to democracy and the rule of law.
What new information is revealed in the legal filing regarding Trump's actions on January 6th, 2021?
The filing alleges that Trump was watching Fox News and issuing tweets from the Oval Office on January 6th, including a tweet criticizing Mike Pence. It also reveals Trump's alleged conversations with Steve Bannon and his daughter Ivanka.
Show Notes
And the federal judge overseeing a federal election interference case against the former president unsealed new allegations this week that assert Trump repeatedly rebuffed aides pleading with him to condemn the violence at the Capitol on January 6th, 2021, as Congress worked to certify the election.
This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, campaign correspondent Danielle Kurtzleben, senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, and national justice correspondent Carrie Johnson.
The podcast is produced by Jeongyoon Han, Casey Morell and Kelli Wessinger. Our editor is Eric McDaniel. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.
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