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What Next: MAGA Eating Itself Alive
May 13, 2024
Ben Mathis-Lilley, a Slate senior writer, delves into the chaos within the Michigan GOP, as the MAGA faction takes control, causing distrust, financial turmoil, and leadership conflicts. The podcast explores how the party's disunity stems from suspicions about the 2020 election, donor issues, and internal struggles, leading to a civil war scenario and implications for future elections.
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- MAGA faction in Michigan GOP disrupts party functions and fundraising due to suspicion and internal conflicts.
- State Republican parties nationwide facing financial instability, conspiracy accusations, and distrust impacting election strategies.
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Michigan State GOP Dysfunction
Michigan's Republican Party is in a state of dysfunction with financial troubles and internal conflicts. The party faced challenges in coordinating events and members had difficulty working together effectively. Personal and deeply felt fights erupted, questioning leadership and rules, leading to disruptions and lack of trust among party members. The dysfunction culminated in a tumultuous statewide nominating convention.
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