The NPR Politics Podcast Weekly Roundup: Friday, October 11
Oct 11, 2019
Tensions flare as President Trump holds his first rally amid an escalating impeachment inquiry. The podcast examines his controversial troop withdrawal from Syria, stirring bipartisan unrest. Legal troubles loom with ongoing investigations linked to his associates. Political dynamics shift as public sentiment on impeachment evolves, particularly among independents. A lighter moment arises discussing quirky holiday traditions, contrasting with serious political discourse, including the NBA's fraught relationship with China.
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Shifting Independents
- Trump's supporters remain loyal, but independent voters are shifting.
- A new poll reveals a 19-point swing in favor of the impeachment inquiry among independents.
Impeachment Inquiry Support Grows
- A majority of Americans now support the impeachment inquiry (52% approve, 43% disapprove).
- This shift is largely due to increased support from independent voters.
Cunningham on the Fence
- Rep. Joe Cunningham, a Democrat in a Trump-won district, remains undecided on impeachment.
- His constituents, including Republican Mayor Jimmy Carroll, prefer he stay on the fence.