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Back to EpisodesPolitico’s Adam Wren: Inside the Michigan Senate Showdown
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Today on Nobody Knows Anything, Rob and Jesse are joined by POLITICO's Adam Wren to break down one of the most closely watched Democratic primaries in the country: Michigan. They dive into the increasingly bitter showdown between Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens, discuss the role of AIPAC and outside spending in shaping the race, and explore what the outcome could mean for the future of the Democratic Party. They also examine whether El-Sayed's populist campaign can translate into success in a general election and what the primary reveals about the growing divide between progressives and the Democratic establishment.
The conversation then shifts to Senator Elissa Slotkin, as Adam shares insights from his reporting on her growing national profile and whether she's quietly laying the groundwork for a 2028 presidential campaign. They discuss Slotkin's strategy for rebuilding the Democratic coalition, her outreach to swing-state voters, and why many believe she's positioning herself as one of the party's most influential voices heading into the next presidential cycle.
Later in the episode, Rob and Jesse react to the latest developments surrounding Congressman Max Miller, including the fallout from domestic abuse allegations and the political pressure surrounding his future. They also discuss Donald Trump's latest controversies, the ongoing debate over government accountability, and wrap up with another edition of Stock Up, Stock Down, covering everything from Andy Beshear's recent political momentum to Sam Altman's latest vision for AI-powered parenting.
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