So how did Trump maintain a stranglehold on the Republican party after his first term? What happened at Mar-a-Lago and what can we learn that we don't already know? In this episode Rick sits with Meridith McGraw, a national political correspondent for Politico and author of the new book "Trump in Exile." They delve into McGraw's comprehensive reporting on Donald Trump's activities and influence during his time at Mar-a-Lago following his departure from the White House. The discussion covers Trump's legal challenges, his interactions with key political figures like Kevin McCarthy, and the strategic moves that bolstered his position within the Republican Party. McGraw also shares insights on the internal dynamics of Trump's team and his rivalry with Ron DeSantis.
Meridith's book, Trump in Exile, available now.
We're back with our last show of Joe Biden's presidency. Why Joe thinks the Gaza ceasefire is an American diplomatic triumph - not Trump's. And looking back at the last four years - why Joe Biden's grade is NOT an "incomplete." Trippi looks back and honestly grades the Biden presidency. And - looking back even farther - how do we make sure what happens next isn't just a flash in the pan?
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Of the Pete Hegseth confirmation hearing, Amee writes, "We should be calling it the 'Kavanaugh: The Redux' considering how well Hegseth is able to lie through his smirks, and distract from the real questions at hand with his boisterous Fox News Narratives."
Simon Rosenberg joined Stuart Stevens for a fascinating, inspiring discussion of how we fight back and win against the MAGA Administration and its buffoons, grifters, disinformation spewers, sycophants, and all those who just generally want to dismantle America and separate us from our Western allies. Not so fast, Donald - we know you're the wannabe emperor with no clothes and we're pulling back the curtain.
Brian Daitzman of The Intellectualist writes, "And unless we recognize the signs, unless we see what is happening now, we risk seeing the same fate repeat itself."
Amee Vanderpool writes, "With several important Congressional Hearings to test the viability of Trump's Cabinet nominees on the horizon, there are still some things that the electorate can do to make their voices heard."
