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CNN's Kaitlan Collins | Minnesota Vice

Aug 13, 2024

Kaitlan Collins, CNN anchor skilled in political coverage, joins Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, who's also a vice presidential candidate. They discuss the political climate shift as Trump grapples with new rivals, while Walz pulls large crowds. Collins shares a hilarious moment of calling Trump during an Uber ride, revealing the chaos of political reporting. The conversation dives into how media dynamics are changing, with Democrats now in the spotlight and the challenges of navigating provocative political discourse.

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Kamala Harris's rising popularity, bolstered by her choice of Tim Walz, highlights a significant shift in voter enthusiasm against Donald Trump.

Donald Trump's struggle to craft an effective counterstrategy against Harris illustrates his challenges in adapting to changing political dynamics.

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Kamala Harris's Surge in Popularity

Kamala Harris's recent candidacy has sparked significant excitement, positioning her ahead of Donald Trump in critical battleground states. Polls indicate she has a four-point lead in places like Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, and Michigan, highlighting the shifting dynamics of the race. The public's enthusiasm is further fueled by her choice of Tim Walz as her running mate, who has engaged voters with his relatable persona and relevant experiences. Events like massive rallies in key cities demonstrate their growing support and serve as a counter to Republican narratives.

Intro

4min

Minnesota's Political Odyssey

19min

A Chaotic Ride: Navigating Political Turmoil in Real Time

2min

Media Dynamics: Shifting Attention from Trump to Democrats

2min

Navigating Political Coverage and Polling Insights

3min

Former president Donald Trump is struggling to define his new opponents while Vice President Harris and her running mate Governor Tim Walz pull huge crowds of newly electrified Democrats. Next up, Late Show writers Ariel Dumas and Gabe Gronli join Stephen Colbert to dish about Minnesota governor and vice presidential candidate, Tim Walz. And the anchor of CNN’s “The Source with Kaitlan Collins” put Donald Trump on speaker phone, much to the surprise of her Uber driver, when she called the former president for a comment following President Biden’s surprise exit from the race.

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