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THE DAILY BLAST with Greg Sargent

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Jul 12, 2024 • 22min

Trump’s Sleazy New “Project 2025” Disavowal Scam Blows Up in His Face

Discover the covert plans of Project 2025, linked to Trump despite his denials. Unearth insight into the blueprint's authoritarian strategies, from undermining justice to manipulating cultural issues. Understand the implications of Trump's agenda and the potential polarizing effects on society.
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Jul 11, 2024 • 25min

Trump’s Lead Just Got Scarier—but This Dem Still Sees a Path for Biden

Former White House chief of staff to Biden, Ron Klain, discusses Biden's path to victory despite Trump's lead in polls. Topics include Biden's strategy in key states, progressive economics, improving image, anti-Maga coalition, and Kamala Harris's potential roles.
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Jul 10, 2024 • 29min

Surprise: Biden Is Suddenly Close to Defeating the Push to Oust Him

Guest David Dayen from The American Prospect discusses how President Biden has managed to quash the push to oust him within the Democratic Party. The podcast delves into the internal debate among House Democrats about potentially replacing Biden with Harris and the challenges facing his campaign. It also analyzes Biden's potential path to victory and the dynamics within the party.
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Jul 9, 2024 • 26min

Shocker: Trump’s Sudden New Abortion Shift Turns Out to Be a Big Scam

The podcast discusses Trump's sudden abortion policy shift, seen as a tactic to attract swing voters but criticized as a scam by Democratic strategist Jess McIntosh. They explore the persistence of abortion as a crucial political issue and the impact on young women, emphasizing the importance of accurate information in elections.
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Jul 8, 2024 • 25min

Trump's Wildly Unhinged Rant At NYT Should Wake Up Media: He's Unfit

Will Stancil joins to discuss media double standards in covering Trump and Biden. The New York Times' intense scrutiny of Biden's age vs. lack of focus on Trump's mental fitness highlighted. How media biases impact public perception of political parties and candidates explained.
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Jul 3, 2024 • 27min

Trump’s Rage At Liz Cheney Suddenly Veers In an Alarming New Direction

Former federal prosecutor Kristy Parker discusses the alarming shift in Trump's attacks on Liz Cheney, hinting at military tribunals and a potential crackdown on political opponents. The podcast explores the legal implications, Supreme Court rulings, and the importance of civil society in resisting authoritarian tactics.
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Jul 2, 2024 • 25min

How Supreme Court Shocker Could Give Trump Truly Terrifying New Powers

Legal expert Richard Hasen discusses the Supreme Court ruling on Trump's immunity from prosecution and the potential implications for his future if he regains the White House. The podcast delves into concerns over authoritarian tendencies, distinguishing official acts from personal ones, and the challenges in holding a former president accountable for actions while in office.
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Jul 1, 2024 • 34min

Trump’s Ugly New Rants About Jan. 6 Pardons Suddenly Seem More Ominous

The podcast explores Trump's dangerous rhetoric on the January 6th rioters, his potential use of pardons, and the impact on legal proceedings. They discuss a Supreme Court ruling affecting cases against the attackers and concerns about Trump's threats to the rule of law. Additionally, the podcast delves into the MAGA movement's perception of citizenship and legitimacy, as well as parallels between the Mueller probe and the Capitol attack investigations.
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Jun 28, 2024 • 28min

MAGA’s Eruptions of Rage at CNN Reveal Why Project 2025 Is So Ominous

MAGA supporters rage at CNN for fact-checking, hinting at Project 2025's propaganda plans. David Roberts warns of a second Trump term's impact on journalism and government. Discussion on loyalty to Trump, attacks on CNN, and power dynamics in shaping reality.
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Jun 27, 2024 • 26min

Trump Allies Secretly Fear He Botched Debate Expectations for Biden

Veteran reporter Marc Caputo discusses Trump's debate prep targeting Biden's age. Trump allies fear setting low expectations for Biden. Contrasting debate prep styles, reality manipulation beliefs, and split dynamics within Trump's campaign are analyzed.

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