Trump warns of ‘radical’ Democrats, but will it be enough to win midterms? | On Balance Full Show

On this special two-hour edition of "On Balance," Leland Vittert examines President Donald Trump's trip to South Carolina to campaign for Darline Graham and what it says about the political landscape ahead of the midterms. With both Trump and Vice President JD Vance campaigning in unexpected places, Lauren Wright and former Rep. Charlie Dent discuss what it means for both parties.
Plus, the latest on Iran. What began as a war of missiles and bombs is increasingly becoming a battle of dollars and rials. Former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations John Bolton assesses the shifting dynamics.
Later, are Americans putting too much faith in election polling? Scott Tranter and Allan Lichtman break down the numbers and what they may reveal about the upcoming midterm elections.
Also, Flock cameras are sparking debate in small towns as local officials push back against the expansion of surveillance technology. Tennessee Mayor Glenn Jacobs explains why he opposes the systems.
And are communities paying the price for the nation's AI boom? Rep. Suhas Subramanyam, D-Va., joins student activists Mihir Nimkar and Josh Weber to discuss the controversy surrounding data centers and their impact on local neighborhoods.
Plus, the latest developments in the Lindsay Clancy trial and the debate over public support for accused killers. Dr. Monique Yohanan weighs in.
The panel also discusses White House messaging strategies and whether political attention is being diverted from more pressing issues. Lauren Wright, Kurt Bardella and Nina Turner join the conversation.
Finally, IndyCar driver Alexander Rossi previews the upcoming race in Washington, D.C., celebrating America's 250th birthday.

This episode originally aired August 21, 2026

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