Ep. 139 - Navigating Election 2024: DeSantis' Downsizing, Christie Confronts Trump, Biden's NATO Reinforcements & Blunders, And More!!

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00:30 - GOP Primary Polling And Campaign Update

2024 Presidential Race: Trump, DeSantis, and Biden lead in fundraising, indicating significant grassroots support and financial backing. Pence, Hutchinson, Suarez, and Elder struggle with funding, threatening campaign viability. Not to be overlooked, Kennedy Jr. garners considerable support. The evolving campaign funding dynamic forecasts a fiercely competitive election with strategic resource allocation crucial for securing party nominations.

18:40 - DeSantis Channels His Inner Trump #YourFired

Florida Governor DeSantis reduces campaign staff amid concerns over fundraising and spending. Despite financial adjustments and early dismissals, optimism prevails with plans to beat Biden. DeSantis' campaign discloses significant spending, leaving $12M cash on hand, and boasts growing support. His continued lead in Iowa polls demonstrates enduring popularity despite financial challenges.

26:10 - Chris Christie Calls Trump A  ‘Liar and Coward!’ 

"2024 Presidential candidate Chris Christie slams ex-ally Donald Trump as a 'liar and a coward', accusing him of misleading supporters about his indictment. Christie criticizes Trump's handling of classified national security information, including sharing a confidential US-Iran war contingency plan. Trump dismisses charges as false, seeking to delay his trial post-2024 election.

56:45 -  Boots on the Ground…Biden Plans to Send Troops To Europe

President Biden signs an executive order deploying up to 3,000 US reservists to bolster NATO efforts in Ukraine amid ongoing war. The move enhances Operation Atlantic Resolve, initiated post-Russia's annexation of Crimea in 2014. The decision, following talks with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and NATO leaders, aims to fortify Ukraine's defense and support its future NATO membership.

1:06:15 -  Biden Thinks Zelensky is Putin

During the NATO summit, President Biden mistakenly addresses the Ukrainian counterpart as 'Vladimir', quickly correcting to 'Mr. Zelensky'. The gaffe occurred during discussions on support for Ukraine amid ongoing conflict, underscoring Biden's reputation for occasional missteps. Despite this, his message of international cooperation and assurance for Ukraine remained clear.

1:09:00 -  George Santos Pays Himself

The infamous U.S. House Rep. From New York George Santos has made a bold move to repay himself $85,000 from his lackluster reelection fundraising. Facing charges of financial crimes, including embezzlement, Santos withdrew the funds to repay the substantial loans he made to secure his victory in 2022. Despite the uphill battle, Santos remains determined to get re-elected, despite fellow Republicans continuing to urge him to resign.

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