4 chapters across the catalog
Maggie Haberman, National Review Trump Criticism
The hosts discuss a report by Maggie Haberman regarding Trump's alleged belief in his reinstatement, which was amplified by Charles Cook in the National Review. They remind listeners that the National Review has a long history of "Never Trump" sentiment. The segment analyzes how mainstream and conservative media outlets collaborate to push specific narratives against the former president.
A new ad campaign from the group "Defending Democracy Together," led by Bill Kristol, attacks President Trump for allegedly "hiding" in a bunker during protests. Former White House Press Secretary Dana Perino clarified that moving a president to a bunker is a mandatory Secret Service protocol, not a personal choice. The ad also features criticisms from former Defense Secretary James Mattis regarding the President's leadership.
David Brooks on Democratic Strategy, Never-Trumper Bias
In an interview on Book TV, David Brooks expressed optimism that President Trump will lose the 2020 election, advising Democrats to "go with the bland" to ensure a victory. Brooks admitted he has no desire to be in the same room as the President, leading the hosts to label him a "Never-Trumper" whose reporting is compromised by personal bias.
Never-Trump Republicans, Mike Coffman, Election Losses
President Trump publicly criticized Republican lawmakers who distanced themselves from him during the midterms and subsequently lost their seats. Specifically, Mike Coffman of Colorado, a "Never-Trump" Republican, lost to a political newcomer after refusing the President's support. Trump's reaction to these losses is described as snide, as he suggested that those who did not embrace his platform were doomed to fail.
