# The Republicans Are in for a Shellacking

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Podcast: [Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey](https://stenobird.com/podcast/point-taken-with-steve-scaffidi-kristin-brey-6802282)
Published: 2026-07-15T17:13:13+00:00
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Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey discuss President Trump’s upcoming address on election infrastructure, renewed scrutiny over Elon Musk’s role in Wisconsin’s Supreme Court election, and the latest national controversy involving ICE after two legal U.S. residents were shot during traffic stops. Later, the hosts ask whether trade schools are finally getting the respect they deserve before debating Congress’ move toward permanent daylight saving time and what it could mean for work, school, and daily life.

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