The Warning with Steve Schmidt Senator Angus King Sold Out Americans for Trump
Nov 12, 2025
A deep dive into the Senate's recent actions reveals how eight senators broke ranks to end a shutdown, fueling Trump’s power. The discussion critiques Senator Angus King's claim that standing up to Trump backfires, highlighting serious consequences like SNAP cuts. There's a strong call to challenge Chuck Schumer's leadership and the danger of Democratic appeasement. The host argues for a moral imperative to confront Trump and labels certain senators as enablers of authoritarianism. A passionate plea to voters to replace weak leaders resonates throughout.
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Appeasement Gave Trump More Power
- Steve Schmidt argues Senate Democrats' concessions strengthened Trump politically.
- He says appeasement removed leverage and enabled Trump's policy actions during the shutdown.
Confrontation Could Have Forced Concessions
- Schmidt contends fighting back was the only way to force Trump to concede.
- He asserts appeasement avoided political annihilation that would have checked Trump's power.
Senate Appeasers Empower MAGA
- Schmidt frames eight Senate Democrats as enabling MAGA and weakening the opposition.
- He warns their actions place them 'hand on the throat of the republic' alongside Trump.