Chuck Todd: Is the Economy the Biggest Political Threat to Trump?

Chuck Todd: Is the Economy the Biggest Political Threat to Trump?

Voters in the seven swing states that elected Trump in 2024 thought he'd make the economy better. His perceived strength on the economy is the cornerstone Jenga piece of the whole Trump Tower. And he keeps making the economy worse. Meanwhile, Democratic voters are highly engaged—but just not with the party, whose brand is struggling. Plus, Republicans are still trying to steal the House, and how a stronger, re-imagined local news media can help restore trust in national news.

Chuck Todd joins Tim Miller.
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