Isaac Arnsdorf

Isaac Arnsdorf, author of 'Finish What We Started', and Joe Perticone discuss the rise of MAGA, activism in DC jails post Jan 6, House drama over Ukraine and FISA, and the dynamics of political movements. Delve into online activism, Congress dysfunction, Pfizer completion prediction, political ideologies, Ukraine-Russia conflict, and Trump's stance on Putin.

Isaac Arnsdorf, a national political reporter, delves into a chilling incident involving a potential assassination attempt on Donald Trump. He discusses the alarming arrest of Ryan Wesley Routh and how this mirrors previous threats against Trump. The conversation explores the increasing dangers faced by political figures in America and their implications for Trump's campaign dynamics, including changes in rally strategies and potential impacts on voter perceptions. The discussion sheds light on the growing climate of fear surrounding political violence.

Aaron Blake, a senior political reporter, teams up with Isaac Arnsdorf, a political reporter focused on Trump and the MAGA movement. They dissect Trump’s post-debate strategies and the fallout from misleading statements about Haitian migrants. The duo examines how misinformation can shape political narratives and influences voter behavior. They also discuss the significance of celebrity endorsements, like Taylor Swift's, and how they impact Trump’s outreach, especially among younger male voters.

National political reporter for The Washington Post, Isaac Arnsdorf, and staff writer at The Atlantic, David Graham, discuss the recent assassination attempt on former president Donald Trump at a rally in Pennsylvania. They explore the lack of motivation behind the attack and the rising political violence in the country. The podcast sheds light on the aftermath of the incident, the potential impact on the presidential campaign, and the implications of political violence on democracy. The conversation also delves into responsible discourse and the need for unity amongst Americans in the face of escalating tensions.

National political reporter Isaac Arnsdorf and staff writer David Graham discuss the recent assassination attempt on Donald Trump at a rally. They explore the lack of motivation for the attack and the heightened political violence in America. The podcast delves into the tragic shooting incident and its political fallout, raising concerns about the normalization of political violence and the impact on democracy.

Tina Nguyen and Isaac Arnsdorf discuss how Steve Bannon's prison sentence could boost Trump's support post-January 6th. Bannon's 'War Room' podcast influences the far right, and his legal troubles may strengthen his standing in the MAGA world. They highlight the intertwining of media and politics in the GOP amidst Bannon's extreme rhetoric and potential impact on political polarization.

Isaac Arnsdorf investigates the MAGA movement from Arizona to Georgia, revealing Bannon's long game to reshape American institutions. The podcast delves into the origins of the movement, election denial, and de-radicalization strategies within the MAGA movement. It offers insights on how Trumpian politicians defeat 'establishment' Republicans and the role of Steve Bannon in revitalizing the party post-January 6th.

Aaron Blake and Isaac Arnsdorf discuss undecided voters' reactions to Trump's conviction, implications for the campaign. They analyze Trump supporters' views on law enforcement and Biden conspiracy claims. Also, they examine Biden's border order and Trump's return to the campaign trail.

Isaac Arnsdorf from The Washington Post talks about Trump's conviction and undecided voters' reactions. The podcast discusses Bannon's legal troubles, Biden's executive order on asylum, and the impact on the 2024 campaign.

Senior political reporter Aaron Blake and national political reporter Isaac Arnsdorf discuss Stormy Daniels's testimony affecting Trump's trial, questions around Trump's classified documents case, House's pushback against Marjorie Taylor Greene, and Biden's threat to Israel over Rafah.