Talking Feds

Pacifying the President

August 24, 2026·58 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

David Graham, former Senator Heidi Heitkamp, and Norm Ornstein join Harry to break down another strange week in Trumpland. Alex Vindman’s shocking defeat in Florida’s Democratic Senate primary intensified debates about how much appetite the party has for the all-out “Resistance” tactics of Trump 1.0, including impeachment. Meanwhile, the story of the beleaguered USS Abraham Lincoln prompted new criticism of the administration’s wartime failings. And finally, what’s the deal with Trump’s emotional support aide and “human printer,” Natalie Harp? Mentioned in this episode:David's reporting.Norm's podcast.David Frum's article about the "Resistance."Jonathan Chait's article about the "Resistance." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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