Tim Miller discusses legal challenges faced by Trump, Ali Vitali reports from Iowa State Fair, Caroline Kitchener details the impact of post-Roe world. Discussion on in-person recording, Georgia indictments, two-tiered justice system, Trump's visit to Iowa, divided Republican voters, and Trump's improved standing in Iowa. Also covers abortion access landscape, recent developments, impact of abortion bans, and Trump's claims of election fraud.
Restrictive laws on abortion access are impacting women's choices and leading to serious health complications.
Iowa State Fair holds significance in Republican campaigns, demonstrating candidates' ability to stand against Trump.
Trump's core group of supporters remains loyal despite concerns about his role in the events of January 6, posing challenges for other Republican contenders.
Deep dives
Abortion access restrictions continue to increase in over a dozen states
Currently, over a dozen states have implemented severe restrictions on abortion access, limiting the options available to women seeking abortions.
Teen parents face challenges after being unable to access abortion
Teen parents who were unable to access abortions due to restrictive laws face overwhelming challenges in raising their children.
Lawsuits highlight the impact of restricted access to abortion on women's health
Lawsuits are being filed by women who are facing serious health complications during pregnancy but are unable to access abortion due to restrictive laws.
Importance of Iowa in the Republican field
Iowa holds significant importance in the Republican field as a state that candidates must win to demonstrate their ability to stand against Trump electorally. Recent events at the Iowa State Fair, including Trump's presence and the trolling of DeSantis, highlight the attention and significance Iowa garners in Republican campaigns.
Republican loyalty to Trump despite controversies
While there are Republican voters who expressed hesitations about voting for Trump again, his core group of supporters remains loyal. Despite concerns about Trump's role in the events of January 6, many voters still view him as a great president. This loyalty poses challenges for other Republican contenders, who are reluctant to go after Trump due to the lack of political upside among their base.
The Bulwark’s Tim Miller joins us to keep track of the numerous legal challenges now faced by Donald Trump. NBC News correspondent Ali Vitali provides a firsthand report from the Iowa State Fair, highlighting all the shenanigans occurring in the Republican primary. The Washington Post's Caroline Kitchener details the horrifying impact on women's lives in a post-Roe world.