5 chapters across the catalog
Senator Lisa Murkowski is identified as the most likely Republican "no" vote on the Kavanaugh confirmation due to her independent streak. Having won her Alaska seat as a write-in candidate after being abandoned by the GOP establishment, she is seen as immune to party pressure. If Murkowski votes no, it is predicted that Senator Susan Collins will follow suit to avoid being the lone female Republican supporting the nominee.
John Kerry, Andrea Mitchell and Climate Denier Rhetoric
Secretary of State John Kerry tells Andrea Mitchell that Republican candidates who question climate change are "incomprehensible" and should be disqualified from high office. Kerry asserts that the American people overwhelmingly support climate action and mocks politicians who claim they are not scientists. The hosts interpret these statements as an attempt to marginalize political opposition through the guise of scientific authority.
Donald Trump Third-Party Run, South Carolina Ballot Pledge
Donald Trump faces a deadline to sign a pledge in South Carolina promising to support the eventual Republican nominee in order to appear on the primary ballot. Speculation suggests Trump may refuse to sign the document, potentially setting the stage for a write-in campaign similar to Lisa Murkowski's successful 2010 Senate run in Alaska. Trump has teased an "upcoming surprise" regarding his status with the Republican National Committee.
RNC Rule Nine, Republican Candidate Vacancy Procedures
Rule Nine of the 2012 Republican National Committee rulebook outlines the process for filling vacancies in the event of a candidate's death or withdrawal. The rule empowers the RNC to name a replacement without reconvening a full national convention. Speculation is offered that figures like Jeb Bush could be positioned as alternatives under these specific administrative rules.
Basil Marceau, Tennessee Gubernatorial Candidate, Gun Rights
Basil Marceau, a Republican candidate for Governor of Tennessee, is highlighted for his unconventional campaign platform. Marceau advocates for the recall of all gun permits to allow open carry, the removal of gold-fringed flags from state buildings, and the cessation of traffic stops based on Supreme Court rulings. The hosts analyze his campaign video, noting his unique rhetorical style and potential listener status.
