Abbas Alawieh, a leader in the Uncommitted movement advocating for Arab American voters, discusses the challenges of wielding political power when marginalized. Joined by Ben Terris, a political reporter, and producer Zoe Chace, they explore the significance of uncommitted votes as a form of protest against Biden's policies. The conversation delves into organizing community voices during a tense time at the DNC, highlighting frustrations about representation and the urgent need for political engagement among marginalized voters.

The Directors Guild avoids a strike, Amazon may join the wireless market, and tech companies prepare for 2024 by acting like it's 2020. Also, Apple finally unveils its headset. Kara and Scott talk about the weird world of Washington with Friend of Pivot Ben Terris, author of "The Big Break: The Gamblers, Party Animals, and True Believers Trying to Win in Washington While America Loses Its Mind."Find The Big Break here.Send us your questions! Call 855-51-PIVOT or go to nymag.com/pivot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Olivia Nuzzi, Bret Stephens, and Ben Terris talk about the potential of a Trump dynasty, victimization in politics, the impact of Trumpism on the American regime, Trump's trials and charges, media economy, Trump fatigue, and the challenge of addressing Trump for Republican candidates.

Harry Litman, a former U.S. attorney and host of "Talking Feds," provides insightful analysis on Trump’s latest legal challenges. Ben Terris, a Washington Post reporter and author, dives into the intriguing role of a DJ influencing Trump – and it’s more than just music. They explore Elon Musk's sway in politics, the rise of AI in business, and how Trump’s executive orders might reshape immigration policies. There's also a focused discussion on the state of political norms and media integrity, reflecting a pressing need for truth in journalism.

The Republican field grows to twelve as the RNC sets new criteria for the first debate. Donald Trump prepares to be indicted again. Ron DeSantis tests out new attack lines in Iowa. Nikki Haley does a CNN Townhall that no one noticed. And Joe Biden takes a debt ceiling victory lap with an Oval Office address, while his anti-vax Democratic challenger RFK Jr. does a Twitter Spaces event with Elon Musk. Then Washington Post writer Ben Terris stops by to talk about his new book The Big Break.