In today’s edition of From the Politics Desk, national political correspondent Steve Kornacki discusses how New Jersey could provide an early test for Donald Trump’s coalition, highlighting the gains Trump made in the state with Hispanic, Asian American, Muslim, Arab American, and Orthodox Jewish voters. The shifts in support for Trump in New Jersey’s major cities and towns are examined, indicating a potential change in demographics and voting patterns.
On the other hand, senior national political reporter Sahil Kapur reports on senators’ skepticism towards Trump’s recent remarks about working with Democrats on a deal to protect Dreamers. Despite previous rhetoric from Trump on the issue, his actions have shown a different story, leading to a cautious response from senators, who are open to the possibility of bipartisan cooperation but remain wary of potential roadblocks.
The newsletter also covers updates on Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell’s recovery from a fall, Trump’s support for his pick for top intelligence official, and ongoing concerns about Mehmet Oz’s previous advocacy for Medicare privatization. Additionally, the bipartisan House task force investigating assassination attempts against Trump has released its final report, and New York Attorney General Letitia James has rejected Trump’s request to drop a civil fraud judgment against him.
Overall, the Politics Desk newsletter provides a comprehensive overview of the latest political news and analysis from the White House, Capitol Hill, and the campaign trail, offering insights into key issues and developments shaping the political landscape.
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