Trump’s Old and Shrinking Republican Party | Morning Shots LIVE
The article discusses the current state of the Republican Party under Donald Trump, highlighting his declining poll numbers and controversial financial dealings. It also touches on the broader context of rising gas prices and ongoing conflicts, such as the war in Iran. The conversation features insights from Andrew Egger and William Kristol during a live broadcast.
- ▪Trump's $1.776 billion fund for supporters is under scrutiny.
- ▪Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche defended the fund in Congress.
- ▪Trump's poll numbers are slipping amid rising gas prices and international conflicts.
4 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 33 hours. Coverage spans 2 points on the political spectrum — 2 lean left, 1 centre.
- ▪ Trump tightens grip on Republican Party in US primaries — Le Monde (EN)
- ▪ Trump says ‘there won’t be escalation’ with Cuba after US indictment of former president Raúl Castro – as it happened — World news | The Guardian
- ▪ Trump exerts iron grip on Republican Party with Massie defeated — BBC News
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| Publication time | Tue, 19 May 2026 15:30:20 GMT |
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Playback speed×Share postShare post at current timeShare from 0:000:00/Preview169Trump’s Old and Shrinking Republican Party | Morning Shots LIVEA recording from The Bulwark's live videoAndrew Egger and William KristolMay 19, 2026∙ Paid169ShareAndrew Egger and Bill Kristol went live to discuss the terms of Trump’s $1.776 billion slush fund for his fans, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche defending the outrageous fund to Congress, Trump’s slipping poll numbers. Plus, amid a war in Iran and surging gas prices, Trump has his eyes on one thing: the ballroom.Leave a commentContinue reading this post for free, courtesy of The Bulwark.Claim my free postOr purchase a paid subscription.Bulwark+ TakesAudio Bulwark+ Takes brings you bite-sized takes on the news of the day from the entire Bulwark…
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