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Columbia President Resigns Amid Gaza Protests, RFK Jr.’s Selfish Cabinet Request

Columbia's president resigns over Gaza protests. Former Biden-Harris 2020 Adviser comments on RFK Jr.'s ask for a cabinet role. Plus, analysis of Trump's plan to take on Harris and what Harris is trying to do that Biden and Clinton could not.Sources:https://www.economist.com/in-brief/2024/08/15/columbias-president-resigns-over-gaza-protestshttps://www.cnn.com/2024/08/14/politics/video/former-biden-harris-2020-adviseron-rfk-jr-s-ask-for-harris-cabinet-role-it-feels-very-selfishhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/08/15/politics/trump-attacks-harris-analysis/index.htmlhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/08/14/politics/video/trump-harris-north-carolina-focus-zeleny-digvidOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Columbia’s president resigns over Gaza protests | Latest US politics news from The Economist(00:03:35) Former Biden-Harris 2020 Adviser on RFK Jr.’s ask for Harris cabinet role: “It feels very selfish”(00:07:16) Analysis: Trump has the inklings of a plan to take on Harris, but he seems unable to implement it(00:08:51) Video: What Harris is trying to do that Biden and Clinton could not

Harris Raises $12 Million, Thailand’s Political Crackdown, Tensions in the Middle East, Trump vs. Harris Analysis

Vice President Kamala Harris hauls in $12 million at a San Francisco fundraiser. Thailand's banned political leader speaks out against the conservative establishment. Tensions escalate in the Middle East as the US Defense Secretary orders a submarine and strike group. Analysis of the 2024 campaign battle between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris.Sources:https://www.foxnews.com/politics/harris-hauls-12-million-san-francisco-fundraiser-pelosi-welcomes-vice-president-homehttps://www.theguardian.com/world/article/2024/aug/12/pita-limjaroenrat-thailand-move-forward-party-banned-leader-interviewhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/08/11/politics/defense-secretary-strike-group-iran/index.htmlhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/08/12/politics/trump-harris-2024-analysis/index.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:38) Harris hauls in $12 million at San Francisco fundraiser as Pelosi welcomes vice president home(00:03:36) ‘They are trying to exterminate us’: Thailand’s banned political leader speaks out(00:07:08) Defense secretary orders submarine to Middle East, accelerates arrival of strike group ahead of anticipated Iran attack(00:10:30) Analysis: The 2024 campaign will now turn on whether Trump can blunt Harris’ soaring start

Nancy Pelosi’s Memoir Reveals Power Dynamics, British Politicians Ignored Extremism, Mazie Hirono’s Primary Win, and Vince Vaughn’s Fascinating Politics

Delve into Nancy Pelosi's memoir 'The Art of Power' for insights into her political journey. Explore the urgent need for British politicians to address extremism. Learn about Mazie Hirono's primary win and its impact on the upcoming November elections. Discover Vince Vaughn's intriguing politics and how they have shaped his career in Hollywood.Sources:https://www.theguardian.com/books/article/2024/aug/11/the-art-of-power-by-nancy-pelosi-review-politics-with-principleshttps://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/article/2024/aug/11/extremism-in-all-its-forms-has-been-ignored-for-too-long-by-british-politicianshttps://www.foxnews.com/politics/mazie-hirono-wins-hawaii-senate-primary-setting-dems-up-much-needed-november-winhttps://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/features/vince-vaughn-politics-bad-monkey-b2594040.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) The Art of Power by Nancy Pelosi review(00:01:02) Extremism in all its forms has been ignored for too long by British politicians(00:02:36) Mazie Hirono wins Hawaii Senate primary, setting Dems up for much-needed November win(00:05:34) Vince Vaughn’s politics make him one of Hollywood’s most fascinating stars

Ventura Slams Vance’s Criticism, Harris Talks Immigration Plans, Trump-Rogan Rift, Democrats’ New Attack on Trump

Jesse Ventura calls JD Vance's criticism of Walz military record 'despicable'. Vice President Kamala Harris talks up immigration plans at a packed rally in battleground Arizona. Trump and MAGA turn on Joe Rogan after he praised RFK Jr. Democrats begin a new line of attack on Trump. Stay informed on the latest political controversies and debates with Simply Politics.Sources:https://www.cnn.com/2024/08/09/politics/video/jd-vance-tim-walz-military-jesse-ventura-lcl-digvidhttps://www.nbcnews.com/politics/immigration/harris-talks-immigration-plans-packed-rally-battleground-arizona-rcna165949https://www.cnn.com/2024/08/09/politics/video/trump-maga-turns-on-joe-rogan-after-he-praised-rfk-jrhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/08/09/politics/video/headline-democrats-begin-new-line-of-attack-on-trump-is-it-landingOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:45) Jesse Ventura calls JD Vance’s criticism of Walz military record ‘despicable’(00:01:19) Harris talks up immigration plans at packed rally in battleground Arizona(00:04:46) Trump, MAGA turns on Joe Rogan after he praised RFK Jr.(00:07:23) Headline: Democrats begin new line of attack on Trump. Is it landing?

Trump’s Confusion and New VP Debate Structure, Media Critiques and Historic Pivot Point

Trump appears to confuse former Mayor Willie Brown with former Gov. Jerry Brown. Plus, right-wing defection, growing pressure on Harris, and a new VP debate structure. Also, S.E. Cupp criticizes Trump's Mar-a-Lago press conference as 'sloppy'. And analysis on the upcoming Harris v. Trump debate as another historic pivot point in an extraordinary campaign.Sources:https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/donald-trump/trump-appears-confuse-willie-brown-jerry-brown-rcna165903https://www.cnn.com/2024/08/08/politics/video/right-wing-defection-growing-pressure-on-harris-and-new-vp-debate-structurehttps://www.cnn.com/2024/08/08/politics/video/s-e-cupp-trumps-mar-a-lago-press-conference-was-sloppyhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/08/09/politics/trump-harris-debate-analysis/index.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) Trump appears to confuse former Mayor Willie Brown with former Gov. Jerry Brown(00:02:57) Right-wing Defection, Growing Pressure on Harris, and New VP Debate Structure?(00:03:42) S.E. Cupp: Trump’s Mar-a-Lago press conference was “sloppy”(00:04:53) Analysis: The Harris v. Trump debate is already looming as another historic pivot point in an extraordinary campaign

Midwest Election Battle, Fact-Checking Vance, Hunter Biden’s Lobbying Allegations, Harris Shuts Down Chants

Analysis of the 2024 election in the Midwest as Trump stays home. CNN fact-checks Vance's claims about Walz's military service. Prosecutors claim Hunter Biden once agreed to lobby for a Romanian businessman. Harris shuts down 'lock him up' chants aimed at Trump.Sources:https://www.cnn.com/2024/08/08/politics/harris-vance-midwest-trump-analysis/index.htmlhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/08/07/politics/video/tim-walz-military-service-jd-vance-fact-check-lcl-digvidhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/08/07/politics/hunter-biden-romanian-businessman-special-counsel/index.htmlhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/08/07/politics/video/kamala-harris-tamps-down-trump-lock-him-up-chants-rally-src-digvidOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) Analysis: Trump stays home, leaving Vance to challenge Harris and Walz for the Midwest(00:02:44) CNN fact-checks Vance’s claims about Walz’s military service(00:03:53) Prosecutors claim Hunter Biden once agreed to lobby US on behalf of Romanian businessman(00:06:45) Harris shuts down ‘lock him up’ chants aimed at Trump

Trump-Backed Challenger Emerges in House Primary, Harris and Walz Propose Antidote to Trump’s American Carnage

U.S. House primary results reveal a likely face-off between Rep. Dan Newhouse and Trump-endorsed challenger Jerrod Sessler. Plus, analysis on how Harris and Walz propose an antidote to Trump's American carnage. This episode delves into the high-stakes election and the ongoing divide within the Republican Party. It also explores the strategies, endorsements, and policy positions of the candidates. Additionally, we analyze Harris and Walz's proposed solutions to counter the effects of Trump's presidency.Sources:https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/politics/u-s-house-primary-results-newhouse-likely-to-face-trump-backed-challenger/https://www.cnn.com/2024/08/07/politics/harris-walz-happy-warriors-analysis/index.htmlhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/08/07/politics/harris-walz-happy-warriors-analysis/index.htmlhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/08/07/politics/harris-walz-happy-warriors-analysis/index.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) U.S. House primary results: Newhouse likely to face Trump-backed challenger(00:03:40) Analysis: Happy warriors Harris and Walz propose an antidote to Trump’s American carnage(00:06:32) Analysis: Happy warriors Harris and Walz propose an antidote to Trump’s American carnage

Harris to Announce Running Mate, Immigration as Political Advantage, Threats Against Kamala Harris, Trump’s Unexpected Praise for AOC

Vice President Kamala Harris is set to name her running mate, while also leveraging immigration as a political advantage. A Virginia man has been charged with threatening to kill Kamala Harris. Plus, listen to Donald Trump's unexpected praise for Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. These stories provide insights into the 2024 presidential race, the immigration debate, the safety of public officials, and the dynamics between political figures.Sources:https://www.cnn.com/2024/08/06/politics/harris-running-mate-global-turmoil/index.htmlhttps://www.nbcnews.com/politics/2024-election/harris-talking-immigration-allies-think-political-advantage-rcna165211https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/virginia-man-charged-threatening-kill-kamala-harris-rcna165280https://www.cnn.com/2024/08/05/politics/video/trump-aoc-praise-bash-ebof-digvidOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) Harris is talking about immigration more and her allies think it could be a political advantage(00:03:08) Virginia man charged with threatening to kill Kamala Harris(00:05:14) Listen to Trump’s unexpected praise for AOC

Harris Nears VP Pick, Launches ’Republicans for Harris’ Campaign, Former GOP Official Takes Risk to Vote for Harris

Vice President Kamala Harris's whirlwind search for a running mate enters its final hours. She launches the 'Republicans for Harris' campaign to win over anti-Trump GOP voters. Former Georgia GOP official Geoff Duncan explains why he's taking the risk to vote for Harris. Plus, Senator Mark Kelly posts a cryptic message amid Kamala Harris veepstakes speculation.Sources:https://www.cnn.com/2024/08/05/politics/harris-vice-presidential-search-2024/index.htmlhttps://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/vps-team-launches-republicans-for-harris-in-effort-to-win-over-anti-trump-gop-votershttps://www.cnn.com/2024/08/04/politics/video/geoff-duncan-georgia-republican-vote-kamala-harris-trump-kemp-sotu-digvidhttps://www.foxnews.com/politics/mark-kelly-posts-cryptic-message-amid-kamala-harris-veepstakes-speculationOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:46) VP's team launches 'Republicans for Harris' in effort to win over anti-Trump GOP voters(00:03:08) Former Georgia GOP official explains why he’s taking the risk to vote for Harris(00:05:45) Mark Kelly posts cryptic message amid Kamala Harris veepstakes speculation

Judge Rejects Trump’s Election Interference Claim, Sherrod Brown’s Unique Strategy in Ohio Senate Race

US District Judge rejects Trump's effort to dismiss the election interference case against him. Sherrod Brown takes a unique approach in the Ohio Senate race. Plus, a look at the history of race in American politics and Trump's controversial remarks about Kamala Harris' identity.Sources:https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c6p22n0z5m2ohttps://www.cnn.com/2024/08/04/politics/sherrod-brown-bernie-moreno-ohio-senate-race-kamala-harris/index.htmlhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/08/04/politics/sherrod-brown-bernie-moreno-ohio-senate-race-kamala-harris/index.htmlhttps://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/as-trump-questions-harris-identity-a-look-at-the-history-of-race-in-american-politicsOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) Judge rejects Trump effort to dismiss election interference case(00:03:40) How Sherrod Brown is navigating Harris in GOP-leaning Ohio with Senate at stake(00:06:24) How Sherrod Brown is navigating Harris in GOP-leaning Ohio with Senate at stake(00:09:10) As Trump questions Harris’ identity, a look at the history of race in American politics