The Rest Is Politics: US 125. How Trump’s Shutdown Hit Breaking Point
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Nov 3, 2025 Why do working-class voters still support a billionaire like Trump? The hosts discuss the implications of Trump's recent 60 Minutes interview and explore the optics of his lavish parties against the backdrop of public hardship. They delve into the significance of upcoming state elections and the potential political risks of ending the filibuster. Additionally, they assess Trump's controversial remarks on the Insurrection Act and aggressive ICE enforcement, shedding light on shifting voter sentiments and their impact on the 2026 election landscape.
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Filibuster Collapse Would Fuel Partisanship
- The filibuster requires 60 votes, so abolishing it would let a 50-vote majority pass virtually anything.
- Removing it risks making the Senate purely partisan and invites future retaliation when power flips.
Aspirational Appeal Trumps Resentment
- Working-class Trump supporters often view his wealth aspirationally rather than resentfully.
- They accept elite luxury if they feel culturally respected and personally related to by the candidate.
Cultural Drift Left Democrats Behind
- Research shows the middle/upper-middle class moved left faster than the working class, leaving the latter feeling culturally dismissed.
- That cultural gap explains part of why working-class voters gravitate to Republicans like Trump despite policy mismatches.
