On today’s episode of Campaign Games, Meseidy and Rachel dive into the chaotic drama surrounding Pete Hegseth’s controversial nomination for Secretary of Defense. From the media frenzy to Capitol Hill maneuvering, they dissect the allegations, the public perception, and the high-stakes Senate dynamics. They also touch on Joni Ernst’s rumored resistance, Trump’s secretive meetings with DeSantis, and why a hundred Navy SEALs are ready to march. As always, the pair keep it sharp, funny, and unfiltered.

As always, the pair keep it sharp, funny, and unfiltered—making sense of the madness so you don’t have to.

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Chapters

00:00 Political Landscape and Concerns

01:07 Welcome to Campaign Games

02:14 Rebranding Announcement

03:32 Biden's Preemptive Pardons

08:11 Pete Hegseth Allegations

20:07 Media's Role and Ethics

31:13 Trump and DeSantis Speculations

31:57 Media Reports and Independent Voices

32:36 DeSantis and Trump's Discussions

34:00 Media's Role and Allegations

35:33 Hegseth's Media Blitz and Public Support

38:07 Controversies and Allegations Against Hegseth

42:57 Senate Support and Opposition

46:29 Speculations and Political Maneuvering

56:36 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up

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