8-7-26 Afternoon Rush - HEGSETH DECLARES "VICTORY" IN IRAN?! Blue Wave Surges — Is MAGA Dead?

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It's the Friday afternoon edition of The Rush Hour, and Pete Hegseth is declaring that Donald Trump has "won" the war in Iran — a victory lap that feels completely detached from reality. We break down the laughable declaration, what's actually happening, and why the administration seems so desperate to sell Americans on a win.

Plus, are we watching a BLUE WAVE build in real time? Recent elections are delivering encouraging signs for Democrats and raising serious questions about the strength of Trump's political movement. With voters showing up and Democrats gaining momentum in unexpected places, we have to ask the question: Is MAGA dead — or are the reports of its death greatly exaggerated?

It's politics, chaos, and plenty of Friday energy on the Rush Hour Podcast.