TRUMP100 The most consequential year in modern American history? 2026 in preview
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Dec 29, 2025 The hosts dive into what could define the tumultuous year of 2026, discussing Marjorie Taylor Greene's political shift and the implications of National Guard deployments. They recap dramatic Oval Office moments and critique the president's response to a plane collision. Plans for America's 250th birthday celebrations and Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s appointment as Health Secretary spark intriguing debates. With a spotlight on the 2026 midterms and geopolitical tensions, including US-China relations, the conversation sets the stage for a year filled with suspense and significance.
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Potomac Crash Followed By Politicised Response
- The January plane collision over the Potomac killed 67 and was followed by politicised presidential remarks.
- Martha Kelner remembers expecting comfort but hearing political attacks instead.
Semi-Quincentennial Will Be Politically Charged
- 2026 marks America's 250th anniversary and the White House plans grand, branded nationwide celebrations.
- The president will likely use the semi-quincentennial to take centre stage politically and culturally.
RFK Jr. Shifted Health Policy Toward Controversy
- Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s HHS role brings conspiracy-linked views into public-health policymaking.
- His actions, like reviewing mifepristone and firing CDC officials, risk public-health consequences.