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Trump puts himself on the ballot as election alarms grow

The David Pakman Show - September 8, 2026

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Donald Trump seeks to expand federal authority over elections by deploying Justice Department election monitors. Security experts like Peter Van Praagh warn that these actions, combined with emergency power proposals, establish a framework for Trump to claim the midterm results are illegitimate if Republicans lose.

When Donald Trump makes questionable policy choices, his insistence prevents White House aides from correcting his errors or offering independent advice. A president who cannot tolerate criticism becomes exceptionally dangerous when also experiencing cognitive deterioration.

The Republican National Committee is attempting to turn the midterm elections into a referendum on Donald Trump by hosting a two-day convention centered on his presidency. However, low enthusiasm and missing congressional candidates have forced organizers to send unsolicited text messages offering free tickets to local residents.

Republican leadership is tying its political survival directly to Donald Trump’s personal popularity by turning the midterm elections into a national showcase for his agenda. By telling voters that electing a Republican majority means continuing Trump’s specific policies, the party risks alienating independents.

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin delivered an incoherent explanation on Fox News regarding the September 11th anniversary. He stated that the day puts a bad taste in his mouth because some people use it to celebrate American success.

David is urging viewers to pre-order his book “Pay Attention” to beat Senator Ted Cruz’s book “Going Further” on the bestseller lists.

Finally, Josh Turek, Democratic nominee for US Senate from Iowa, joins us to discuss the race and how Trump’s tariff policies are crushing Iowa farmers.

On today’s bonus show:

Canada places tariffs on American products, some Republicans are open to raising the Social Security cap, Trump teases renaming New Mexico to “New America,” and much more...

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