

8/12/24: Kamala Dominating Swing States, Kamala Becomes Border Hawk, Trump Attacks Rogan Over RFK, Ukraine Invades Russia, Israel Warns Iran Attack Imminent, Trump Campaign Hacked
Aug 12, 2024
Independent journalist Ken Klippenstein joins the discussion to tackle the recent hacking of the Trump campaign, revealing the implications for campaign security. The conversation dives into Kamala Harris's surprising lead in swing states and her shifting stance on immigration, emphasizing the changing political dynamics. There's also a focus on international tensions as Ukraine invades Russia and Israel's warnings about Iran. Trump's attacks on Joe Rogan create further intrigue in the political landscape, all while internal party conflicts simmer.
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Harris Leading in Swing States
- Kamala Harris leads Trump in several battleground states according to a New York Times-Siena poll.
- This suggests a shift in the race with Harris outperforming Biden's previous poll numbers.
Trump's Ceiling
- Trump's roughly 47% ceiling poses a challenge for his campaign.
- Harris achieving an outright majority is a significant problem for Trump.
Trust on the Economy
- Voters trust Harris more than Biden on the economy, and she even edges out Trump in this area.
- Trust on the economy was a key indicator in 2020, making this a critical metric.