The Auron MacIntyre Show The Neo-MAGA Revolution Has Arrived | 7/17/25
Jul 17, 2025
The podcast dives into the evolving relationship between Donald Trump and the Republican establishment, showcasing the shift from opposition to co-opting the MAGA movement. It discusses the political landscape's transformation following key executive actions and the rise of a new 'neo-MAGA' faction. Additionally, it highlights the loyalty struggles within this group, with original supporters clashing with newcomers aiming to exploit the movement for personal gain. Tensions are palpable as core values come under scrutiny.
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Establishment's Early Hatred of Trump
- From the start, the Republican establishment hated Donald Trump and saw him as degrading the political process.
- They either declared themselves "never Trump" or waited to try to reclaim the party from MAGA populists.
Trump vs. GOP Establishment Clash
- Trump's first term looked like an awkward marriage with the GOP establishment, who often undermined him.
- MAGA lacked the bureaucratic machinery, relying on establishment figures hostile to the president's agenda.
DeSantis's Failed Trump Challenge
- Ron DeSantis, my governor, was encouraged to challenge Trump but was never a gifted campaigner.
- Despite DeSantis's strengths, his campaign was a disaster as Trump dominated the primaries.