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Senator Who Served With JD Vance Explains Why He’ll Never Be President (w/ Sen. Schatz)

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Stein, S. (2026, October 11). Senator Who Served With JD Vance Explains Why He’ll Never Be President (w/ Sen. Schatz). The Bulwark. https://www.thebulwark.com/p/senator-who-served-with-jd-vance

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Senator Brian Schatz discusses why Democrats now have a competitive edge in traditionally red states for Senate races. He also expresses doubt about JD Vance's presidential potential, arguing that Vance struggles to connect with MAGA voters. Schatz talks candidly about holding Trump administration officials accountable and the possibility of impeachment proceedings against them.
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Sen. Brian Schatz, who served alongside JD Vance in the Senate, recently discussed on a podcast why he believes Vance lacks the potential to become president. Schatz argues that Democrats now have opportunities to win Senate races in traditionally deep-red states due to voter dissatisfaction with MAGA candidates like Vance. The senator also highlighted plans to hold Trump administration officials accountable for corruption but expressed doubt about Vance's ability to connect with and represent MAGA voters effectively. Schatz provided a candid view of the political landscape ahead, emphasizing challenges and opportunities for both parties in upcoming elections.

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Sen. Brian Schatz joins Sam Stein to explain why Democrats suddenly have a shot at winning Senate races in deep-red states, how they plan to hold Trump’s corrupt officials accountable, and why he doubts JD Vance has what it takes to succeed Trump. asserted
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From the possibility of impeaching Trump administration officials to Vance’s struggle to connect with MAGA voters, Schatz offers an unusually candid look at what comes next. asserted
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