Trump Era Collapse, Russian Oligarchs, and the GOP Midterm Wipeout | 09-15-26
Sam Bushman and James Edwards break down the week's biggest stories: the Sydney Sweeney sports ad controversy, WNBA racism toward Caitlin Clark, a Russian oligarch funding Donald Trump Jr.'s lavish wedding, John Brennan's subpoena to testify, Gavin Newsom's pledge to step aside for Kamala Harris in 2028, and why both hosts predict a GOP midterm wipeout. They also discuss Trump's legacy, including the Iran war, the Federal Reserve, congressional inaction, and reasons for long-term hope. Key Timestamps: 0:00 Show open and introductions 2:04 Sydney Sweeney ad controversy and sexualization debate 6:17 WNBA racism against Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham 10:37 Russian oligarch funds Donald Trump Jr.'s lavish wedding 23:13 John Brennan subpoenaed to testify on Russiagate 30:48 Second hour: Brennan, Trump's unkept promises, and the GOP 37:12 Gavin Newsom pledges not to run in 2028 if Kamala Harris enters 45:30 What will Trump's legacy be? The Iran war and broken promises 47:45 Federal Reserve expected to raise interest rates 50:55 Congress's dereliction of duty and the midterm outlook 52:21 Reasons for hope: young voters and the future of conservatism 54:34 Final thoughts and show close Call to Action: Subscribe and share Liberty Roundtable at libertyroundtable.com. Follow Sam Bushman on YouTube, X, and Rumble. Check out James Edwards at thepoliticalcesspool.org and tune in every Saturday night. Spread the word, and God save our constitutional republic.
