West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin announced he's not running for his seat in 2024, sending shivers down the backs of Democrats hoping to hold a Senate majority. I spoke with Kendal Scudder, host of "Pod Bless Texas" & vice chair of the Texas Democratic Party to discuss why Democrats struggle in rural places like West Virginia (and Texas).

Then there's the opportunity to review the latest GOP presidential primary debate. Who won? Does it matter? WHy Vivek is going after Nikki Haley & more.