The Campaign Moment: Democrats' risky primary gamble, 'bloodbath' and more
Mar 22, 2024
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The podcast covers strategic cross-party support in Ohio Senate race, Trump's 'bloodbath' remark, Manafort's return to Trump campaign, impeachment inquiry into President Biden, and fact-checking a false claim by Trump.
Democrats supported a Republican Senate candidate risking backlash, illustrating critical party strategies.
Trump's potential rehiring of Manafort raises concerns over past ties to Russian intelligence, impacting campaign perceptions.
Deep dives
Political Dynamics in Ohio Senate Race
In the Ohio Senate race, Democrats spent millions to support Bernie Marino, a Republican candidate, highlighting the critical nature of the seat for both parties in potentially determining Senate control. Democrats and Trump backed Marino, showcasing an uncommon alignment in candidate support. This strategy poses risks, echoing past instances where such support backfired, impacting election outcomes.
Trump's Campaign Considerations with Paul Manafort
Trump's potential rehiring of Paul Manafort, tied to Russian intelligence in the past, raises concerns due to reported connections with Russian influence during the 2016 campaign. This move stirs controversy and questions about loyalty, highlighting a significant hire that could impact perceptions of Trump's team.
Impeachment Inquiry Into President Biden
The GOP-led impeachment inquiry into President Biden continues on allegations of financial gain using the Biden family name, yet lacks substantial evidence. The GOP seeks to press forward despite minimal support and challenges in connecting accusations to high crimes and misdemeanors. Democrats highlight weak claims and indications of a failing impeachment effort.
Trump's Legal Challenges and Behavioral Patterns
Trump faces a crucial deadline to pay a massive bond in his New York civil fraud case, potentially risking asset seizures. His decision-making process, including avoiding bankruptcy to preserve his business image, illustrates a strategic approach amidst legal hurdles. Trump's demonstrated behavior and legal maneuvers underscore ongoing challenges and critical decisions ahead.
Friday on “Post Reports” now means The Campaign Moment — a weekly roundtable conversation to help you keep track of the biggest developments during the 2024 campaign. Senior political reporter Aaron Blake, who writes The Post’s new newsletter by the same name, and Glenn Kessler, editor and chief writer of The Fact Checker, join Elahe Izadi to talk about this week’s Republican Senate primary in Ohio, the debate over Donald Trump’s “bloodbath” comment and where the Republican-led impeachment efforts against President Biden go from here.
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