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Oct 2023
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The Spoiler Threat of R.F.K. Jr.

The New York Times
About this episode

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was once dismissed as a fringe figure in the 2024 presidential race. But this week, as he announces an independent run for the White House, he’s striking fear within both the Democratic and Republican parties.

Rebecca Davis O’Brien, who covers campaign finance for The Times, explains why.

Guest: Rebecca Davis O’Brien, a reporter covering campaign finance and money in U.S. elections for The New York Times.

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