These Things Show TRUMP Is LOSING POWER w/ Rick Wilson

Rick Wilson and Molly Jong-Fast discuss how Donald Trump’s political influence—especially via endorsements—appears to be fading, using Andy Ogles’s failed Tennessee primary bid as an example and noting that clean energy–backed spending helped boost Ogles’s challenger. They argue that voters, including Republicans, are increasingly angry and anti-incumbent in a way that’s driven more by economic frustration than ideology, with polling cited to show widespread belief that the economy is on the wrong track. The conversation then shifts to Senator Bill Cassidy’s vote to confirm Todd Blanche, with speculation that fear, cowardice, or a future lobbying payday could explain his decision, alongside claims about what Blanche might enable for Trump. They also cover Trump’s control over a massive super PAC war chest funded by crypto, Wall Street (including private equity), oil and gas, ideological megadonors, and tech/AI interests, suggesting Trump may hoard the money rather than spend it on weak candidates. Finally, they zoom in on Michigan’s Senate race, arguing “candidate quality” matters heavily in this anti-establishment moment, criticizing Mike Rogers as an out-of-state, uninspiring repeat loser while praising al-Sayed’s communication skills and suggesting Trump-aligned money may avoid investing in candidates like Rogers and Ken Paxton who seem less viable.

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