Trump doesn't know 'what the hell he's talking about' | Scott Lucas

Trump doesn't know 'what the hell he's talking about' | Scott Lucas

Author: Times Radio July 16, 2026 Duration: 55:28
Professor Scott Lucas joins Maddie Hale for The Week That Was to discuss the awkward prospect of Donald Trump handing the FIFA World Cup trophy to Spain after attacking the country last week, new polling showing Americans are increasingly unhappy with both the president and his Iran war, and Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche facing tough questions over the DOJ's handling of the Epstein files.

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