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A Midterm Reckoning Comes Into Focus

Mary joins David Rothkopf on Deep State Radio to examine the growing political consequences of Donald’s economic record, his administration’s defiance of the courts, and deepening concerns about Republican corruption and accountability. They also discuss how Democrats are responding and what these mounting challenges could mean as the country approaches the midterm elections.


David Rothkopf is an American foreign policy, national security and political affairs analyst and commentator.

He is the founder and CEO of TRG Media and The Rothkopf Group, a columnist for The Daily Beast and a former member of the USA Today Board of Contributors.


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