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Aug 2024
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Trump in Exile

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So how did Trump maintain a stranglehold on the Republican party after his first term? What happened at Mar-a-Lago and what can we learn that we don't already know? In this episode Rick sits with Meredith McGraw, a national political correspondent for Politico and author of the new book "Trump in Exile." They delve into McGraw's comprehensive reporting on Donald Trump's activities and influence during his time at Mar-a-Lago following his departure from the White House. The discussion covers Trump's legal challenges, his interactions with key political figures like Kevin McCarthy, and the strategic moves that bolstered his position within the Republican Party. McGraw also shares insights on the internal dynamics of Trump's team and his rivalry with Ron DeSantis.

Meredith's book, Trump in Exile, available now.


Timestamps:

(00:01:35) Trump in Exile

(00:07:00) Looking for the old magic

(00:14:13) When did he know that he won?

(00:18:01) Effects of the legal cases


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