Ep.40 - Trump Picks His Candidates for WI | 3rd Chair: Journal Sentinel Opinions, Nicole Balistreri, Eric Brooks | 2/2/26 cover art

Ep.40 - Trump Picks His Candidates for WI | 3rd Chair: Journal Sentinel Opinions, Nicole Balistreri, Eric Brooks | 2/2/26

Ep.40 - Trump Picks His Candidates for WI | 3rd Chair: Journal Sentinel Opinions, Nicole Balistreri, Eric Brooks | 2/2/26

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In this unique episode of New Fashioned Conservatives, two semi-involved Wisconsin guys host a lively panel with special guests: the satirical powerhouse
@jsonlinemkebs (the parody Journal Sentinel Opinions Twitter account), Nicole Balistreri @BigNikEnergy, and Eric Brooks @EbrooksUncut, bringing sharp wit and insider takes to the table. The discussion kicks off with President Trump's blockbuster endorsement of U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany for governor, effectively slamming the door on the GOP primary and prompting Washington County Executive Josh Schoemann to bow out immediately, consolidating conservative support behind Tiffany. The panel debates the endorsement of 25-year-old Michael Alfonso for the 7th Congressional District, questioning if he's the right fresh face for the job or too young and green, with divided opinions on his energy versus experience. They unpack the Border Patrol shooting in Minnesota last week fueling national outrage. UW-Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin’s announcement of her move to Columbia University draws cheers, especially from sports fans frustrated with her handling of NIL deals and Big Ten shifts. Milwaukee’s violence prevention program faces scrutiny after its leader, a convicted murderer, stepped down amid backlash—yet the MKE GOP oddly spotlighted him. Janesville residents cry fowl over a turkey takeover. The episode caps with a fun hypothetical Royal Rumble featuring Wisconsin political figures.

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