Michigan’s High Stakes Dem Primary, Blanche Confirmation Latest, Max Miller Stays In: AM Update 8/5

The top two Michigan Democrats are locked in a high stakes battle for the senate nomination after a record-breaking primary dominated by ideological divisions and tens of millions of dollars in outside spending. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche advances toward a full Senate confirmation vote after Republican holdouts secure written limits on a controversial payout fund and IRS agreement. President Trump reportedly questions Congressman Max Miller’s political future as the Ohio Republican denies explosive abuse allegations and vows to stay in his race. A convicted felon who served roughly a decade in prison for killing his father is now accused of deliberately starting the largest wildfire tearing through the Spokane region. Subscribe to Mark's show Next Up: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-up-with-mark-halperin/id1810218232 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2f0n8G4xqUo8aGxbbbtRjH YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nextuphalperin?sub_confirmation=1 Cozy Earth: Visit https://www.CozyEarth.com & Use code MEGYNAM for up to 20% off Supersure Insurance: Upgrade your business insurance to a year-round SuperAgency at https://Supersure.com/Megyn Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.