Pod Save America “Mag-a-Lago."
Apr 12, 2021
The Republican Party's spring donor retreat turns into a MAGA extravaganza at Mar-a-Lago, featuring Trump’s controversial remarks. Meanwhile, Biden pushes for Supreme Court reform amidst McConnell's judicial damage. Tension rises as Trump and DeSantis vie for control within the GOP leading up to 2024. The podcast also dives into the perils of extremist rhetoric following the January 6th insurrection and discusses the labor movement's struggles against corporate giants like Amazon. Expect laughs and insights as politics meets absurdity!
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Trump's Mar-a-Lago Speech
- Donald Trump's speech at the Republican donor retreat contained various attacks and boasts.
- He insulted Mitch McConnell, mocked his wife, bragged about the January 6th rally size, and attacked Mike Pence.
Republican Dilemma
- Republican elites criticize Trump privately, but the base enjoys his grievances.
- This mirrors the collective action problem that led to Trump's 2016 nomination.
DeSantis as Trump's Heir
- Ron DeSantis is considered a potential heir to Trump, described as "Trumpism competent".
- His appeal lies in his trolling of progressives and opposition to liberal policies.