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The 538 team covers the latest in politics, tracking the issues and "game-changers" every week.
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Jul 15, 2024 • 21min
Reaction Podcast: Vance Is Trump’s Running Mate
Author and Ohio senator J.D. Vance is discussed as former President Trump's potential running mate, highlighting his lack of political experience and unique background. The podcast explores Vance's transformation from a never-trumper to a significant figure on a presidential ticket, analyzing his alignment with Trump's ideologies and his potential impact as a vice presidential candidate.

Jul 15, 2024 • 37min
Making Sense Of Political Violence In America
The podcast discusses the recent attempt on former President Donald Trump's life, public opinion on political violence, historical examples of such violence in America, and the importance of unity in core American values

Jul 11, 2024 • 43min
The Biden Stalemate Continues
Lawmakers debate President Biden's reelection, analyzing support and concerns within the Democratic Party. Polling data compares Trump and Biden's policies' popularity. Discussion on challenges faced by Biden's campaign and American policy preferences. Exploration of reshaping the executive branch and political promises.

Jul 8, 2024 • 31min
Can Biden Hold On?
Discussions on President Biden's decision to remain in office, comparisons between polling methods in the UK and US, pressure on Biden to resign, resistance faced by Trump in primaries, and debates over Biden's presidency and potential replacement.

Jul 6, 2024 • 38sec
Exclusive: President Biden Sits Down with ABC News
President Joe Biden sits down with ABC News' George Stephanopoulos in his first TV interview since his CNN debate with Trump. He takes full responsibility for the debate performance and discusses his potential re-election bid and presidency questions.

Jul 4, 2024 • 41min
Making Sense Of A Historic British Election
A deep dive into the upcoming UK election with insights on Labour Party's potential gains over Conservatives. Discussion on Brexit impact, identity factors in voting, and post-election reflections on British and American politics.

Jul 3, 2024 • 35min
The Push For A Biden Replacement Becomes Real
In this episode, Galen Druke discusses the growing concern among Democrats about Joe Biden's future as a candidate and the potential for a replacement, focusing on post-debate polling data, speculation about Kamala Harris as a nominee, and the implications of a transition in presidential nomination. The episode also covers Democratic worries over Biden's leadership, the role of Trump in the 2024 election, and breaking news about business leaders urging Biden to step down.

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Jul 1, 2024 • 47min
Presidential Immunity And More Debate Fallout
Law professor and former federal prosecutor Jessica Roth discusses the Supreme Court's ruling on presidential immunity. The fallout from President Biden's debate performance and Democrat strategy is also analyzed. The podcast delves into the legal complexities surrounding former President Trump's federal indictment and public opinion on presidential immunity.

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Jun 28, 2024 • 30min
Reaction Podcast: A Rough Debate For Biden
Senior elections analyst Nathaniel Rakich and New York Times polling editor Ruth Igielnik analyze the first presidential debate between Biden and Trump. They discuss the impact on voter perceptions, Harris' electability, and the focus on taxes vs. inflation in campaign strategies.

Jun 24, 2024 • 41min
What To Expect From The First Presidential Debate
In this podcast, the crew discusses the upcoming historical presidential debate between Biden and Trump, the impact of debates on voter decisions, the influence of social media on shaping opinions, voter categories, polling in swing states, white voter trends, and high-profile primary races in New York and Colorado.
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