Donald J. Plump
Aug 25, 2026 · 1h 30m
Summary
Pod Save America hosts discuss Trump’s health, new sanctions on Iran, and 50% tariffs on Canada. They analyze J.D. Vance’s campaign stops in Maine and Michigan, focusing on his attacks against Susan Collins and Abdul El-Sayed. The episode also covers midterm updates, including Troy Jackson’s race in Maine and a weird meeting between Hakeem Jeffries and Jared Kushner.
Topics discussed
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Midterm updates and Still Counting podcast promo
Trump's weight, health risks, and robot games
Bessent's sanctions on Iran and economic bluster
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Failed US-Canada trade talks and tariff threats
Maine Senate race: Collins vs. Jackson and Vance
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Michigan Senate race: El-Sayed vs. Rogers and AIPAC
Jeffries-Kushner meeting and House investigations
Sean Duffy's son and liberal indoctrination claims
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Interview: Ethics, immigration policy, and closing remarks
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