Governors, former governors, entrepreneurs, and senators come together for the first Republican primary debate. Trump decides not to participate and instead gives an interview. They discuss the impact of his absence, qualification criteria, opportunities, and challenges for other candidates.

The podcast discusses the first GOP debate featuring eight candidates, with Donald Trump absent. They analyze standout moments such as a foreign policy debate between Nikki Haley and Vivek Ramaswamy. The chapter delves into Trump's use of entertaining lies and diversion tactics. They analyze the candidates' performance, surprising stances on military involvement, and Trump's strategic moves. The speakers debate the impact of COVID-19 on the election and discuss the future of the nation.

Doug Burgum, the Republican Governor of North Dakota, discusses the crucial role of women voters and Trump’s recent rhetoric. Steve Kornacki shares insights from the final NBC News poll, revealing key shifts in voter sentiment. Chuck Todd and Cristina Londono Rooney analyze the current political landscape, emphasizing the urgency of voter participation in battleground states. Former chief of staff Mark Short provides commentary on election dynamics while Senator Warnock highlights the challenges of connecting with Black voters. It's a must-listen for political enthusiasts!

Dave Rubin provides a brutally honest assessment of the second Republican debate for the 2024 election, discussing the performance of candidates like Ron DeSantis, Vivek Ramaswamy, Nikki Haley, Tim Scott, Mike Pence, Doug Burgum, and Chris Christie. He also does a Q&A session on various topics, addressing questions from the Rubin Report Locals community.

Republican governor running for president and Democratic governor discuss the upcoming presidential debate. Former officials delve into Trump's legal troubles and the impact on American democracy. The podcast also explores the role of judges in managing Trump's statements and the gender gap in politics.