The Rachel Maddow Show 'Politically insane': Trump sets bad policy time bomb for after midterms
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Oct 20, 2026 
Leah Greenberg, a political organizer and co-founder of Indivisible, discusses the nationwide push to defend democracy. Topics include Trump delaying unpopular policies until after the midterms, Republican healthcare backlash, possible election challenges, foreign-interference claims, and the surge in early voting. She also details No Kings organizing, volunteer recruitment, and efforts to protect election certification.
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Trump Delays Unpopular Policies Until After Voting
- The administration appears to be postponing unpopular policies until after the midterms to hide their electoral consequences.
- Planned actions include abortion restrictions, an Iran escalation, higher prescription costs, and private collection of defaulted student loans.
Nebraska Shows The Medicaid Cuts’ Political Cost
- Medicaid changes in the one big beautiful bill are expected to push millions off coverage beginning January 1.
- Nebraska implemented similar requirements early, turning projected losses into an immediate political liability for Republicans.
Trump Allies Lawyer Up Before Possible Probes
- Trump administration officials and companies tied to his projects are hiring lawyers ahead of possible Democratic investigations.
- The rush reflects concern about probes into alleged pay-to-pardons, government dealings, and Trump-family business relationships.