Pod Save America Supreme Malarkey
Jun 29, 2023
Ben LaBolt, former White House Communications Director under President Biden, joins the discussion on Bidenomics and the administration's economic messaging. They dive into Donald Trump's latest legal troubles and the Supreme Court's decision on affirmative action. LaBolt outlines strategies for Democrats to counter Republican narratives, focusing on tax cuts and potential impacts on Social Security. The conversation also touches on navigating the evolving dynamics within the Republican Party, particularly regarding the ongoing influence of Trump.
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Trump's Classified Conversation
- Donald Trump was recorded discussing classified war plans with ghostwriters.
- He admitted he couldn't declassify the documents, incriminating himself.
Trump's Response to Recording
- When asked about the recording, Trump claimed his voice was fine and questioned what he did wrong.
- He insisted he did nothing wrong and called the reports "fake news."
Trump's Conflicting Claims
- Trump's claim that the documents were building plans contradicts his statements on the recording.
- He told the ghostwriters the information was classified and he could have declassified it as president.