Trump’s Secret Move To Undermine Enemies w/ Jennifer Welch

Molly Jong-Fast welcomes I've Had It's Jennifer Welch for a wide-ranging, candid conversation about “Trump remorse,” arguing that while some voters—especially younger, low-frequency voters—may be genuinely turning away from Trump, much of the Republican base remains firmly supportive and progressive hopes can be misleading. Drawing on her lived experience in Oklahoma, Jennifer explains how Republican propaganda, cultural grievance politics, and subconscious bias can keep voters aligned with Trump even amid scandals, while also warning that the electorate may remain damaged long after Trump. They discuss internal GOP power plays and the idea that Trump sabotages allies and successors like J.D. Vance, along with the influence of tech oligarchs and billionaire-backed authoritarian ambitions. The episode then pivots to what Democrats should do next, highlighting a rising “up vs. down” populist lane focused on workers versus elites and corporate power, the need for fighters rather than corporate-aligned leaders, and the importance of direct, accessible messaging and aggressive, fast-paced governing if Democrats regain power.

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