The NPR Politics Podcast Weekly Roundup: December 4th
Dec 4, 2020
The political landscape heats up in Georgia as high-profile candidates rally for the Senate runoff, with Trump’s influence looming large. Meanwhile, negotiations for a bipartisan coronavirus relief package are underway, aiming for a crucial $900 billion compromise amid rising unemployment. The discussions also touch on voter fraud claims and their impact on electoral integrity. In a lighter vein, the hosts reflect on identity in pop culture and share humorous anecdotes from their recent media consumption, including moments from 'Ted Lasso' and 'The Crown'.
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Trump's Georgia Rally
- Donald Trump will hold a rally in Valdosta, Georgia, a rural area near the Florida border.
- He aims to encourage voter turnout while likely still contesting the election results.
Trump's 2024 Influence
- Trump's potential 2024 run affects the Republican party.
- Other potential candidates and donors are hesitant to act until Trump's decision is clear.
Trump's Claims and Georgia GOP
- Trump's fraud claims create a dilemma for Georgia Republicans.
- While needing his support, his rhetoric discourages voting in a supposedly "rigged" system.