In the news: A Trump indictment may help Trump

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I spoke to Politico about how an indictment of former President Trump may end up helping Trump and harming the entire GOP.

Sensing an opening, Trump’s campaign began to turn the impending indictment into a litmus test for the rest of the field: either defend the ex-president, they warned, or be labeled a leftist sympathizer.

Even Trump’s GOP detractors began to see the writing on the wall.

“He’s become the new Teflon president,” said Michael Brodkorb, a former deputy chair of the Minnesota Republican Party and a longtime critic of Trump. “He is someone who has built his entire political empire on being the victim all the time, and being the martyr, and this is just another example.”

For the duration of the Trump era, Trump has sought to turn one seemingly disqualifying scandal after another into his benefit. Sometimes he’s succeeded (the Access Hollywood tape was not the dagger everyone expected it to be), sometimes he’s struggled (the aftermath of the riot at the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021 remains largely unkind). In each case, he’s survived.

Click here to read the complete story from Politico.

BDBB – Threats and Daylight Saving Time

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On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down the following:

  • Recent threats against politicians in Minnesota.
  • Revelations about Fox News uncovered in a lawsuit filed against them by Dominion Voting Systems.
  • The yearly battle against Daylight Saving Time.

Jeff Kolb, a former member of the Crystal City Council, joins Michael and Becky in the studio.

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week.

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BDBB – Interview with Sen. Erin Maye Quade

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On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down the following:

  • Political developments at the recent Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC).
  • Why former President Donald Trump continues to lead the GOP race for president.
  • An interview with Sen. Erin Maye Quade on progress at the Minnesota State Capitol.

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week.

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The First Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky

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On the first episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down the following:

  • Why the Brodkorb Report is now The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky.
  • Nikki Haley’s announcement for president and Don Lemon’s sexist comments.
  • The response by the Biden administration to the train derailment in Ohio.
  • The budget forecast and how it will shape the final months of the legislative session.

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week.

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TBR – Interview with Rep. Mike Freiberg

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In this episode of The Brodkorb Report, Michael Brodkorb, Becky Alery, and Todd Walker interview Rep. Mike Freiberg (DFL) on his proposal for a new state flag.

Michael and Becky analyze President Joe Biden’s State of the Union address – and the reaction by House Republicans.

Next, Michael and Becky critique the government’s messaging response to the shoot down of UFOs.

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TBR – Interview with Rep. Jon Koznick

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In this episode of The Brodkorb Report, Michael Brodkorb, Becky Alery, and Todd Walker interview Rep. Jon Koznick (R) on his concerns with the legislative process at the Minnesota State Capitol.

Michael and Becky debate the removal of Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) from the Foreign Affairs Committee.

Michael and Becky discuss failed Republican governor candidate Dr. Scott Jensen’s continued attempts to play the political victim.

The Brodkorb Report will return next week with a new episode.

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TBR – Interview with Rep. Harry Niska

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In this episode of The Brodkorb Report, Becky Alery, Todd Walker, and I interview Rep. Harry Niska (R) about his perspective on legislative developments at the Minnesota State Capitol.

Becky and I discuss Governor Tim Walz’s budget proposal and analyze the political ramifications for legislators.

Former Republican candidate for governor and former mayor of Lexington Mike Murphy filed a committee to run for Congress in Minnesota’s 2nd Congressional District. Becky and I discuss why this is a terrible idea for Minnesota Republicans.

The Brodkorb Report will return next week with a new episode.

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