Ruthless Podcast The Left’s “Theater Kid” Problem + Midterms Outlook w/ NRCC Chair Richard Hudson
Feb 3, 2026
Richard Hudson, U.S. Representative from North Carolina and two-time NRCC chair, offers a quick political bio and battle-tested perspective. He discusses 2026 midterm strategy, fundraising highs, redistricting fights, key pickup races, and the challenge of turning out Trump voters. Short, sharp takes on where the House map could shift.
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Performance Over Principle
- The hosts argue modern left-wing activism is driven by performance incentives over principle.
- Social media likes and staged protests reward spectacle more than substantive policy.
Iwo Jima Reenactment Gaffe
- The hosts mocked a reenactment of Iwo Jima that used a Somali/Minnesota flag mix-up.
- They used the clip to illustrate amateurish, performative activism that disrespects real sacrifice.
Roadblocks As Escalation
- Protesters in Minneapolis set up makeshift roadblocks to obstruct daily life and target ICE vehicles.
- Hosts warn these actions bait conflict and erode rule-of-law, suggesting enforcement is required.