July 8, 2026

ABOUT THIS EPISODE

Dave Spencer, Ashley Davis, and Kurt Bardella break down this week's political headlines, including the SAVE Act, voter ID, President Trump's reported $2.2 billion fortune, cryptocurrency, and the ongoing debate over Trump and Biden family finances and corruption claims.

Later, the hosts are joined by Ryan Clancy, chief strategist for No Labels, for a conversation about why bipartisanship continues to break down, whether today's primary system rewards political extremes, and if reforms like a national primary day could help create a more functional government.

Topics Discussed:

0:33 Welcome to the Practically Political Podcast

4:28 Trump's SAVE Act and the Fight Over Voter ID

14:23 Trump's $2.2 Billion and the Corruption Debate

26:28 Ryan Clancy on Why Bipartisanship Is Breaking Down

40:48 Should America Have a National Primary Day?

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