Why Are Polls Suddenly Looking Rosy for Trump, Republicans?! | Guest: Cary Gordon | 4/7/26

The Steve Deace Show episode explores a sudden resurgence in Trump and Republican favorability in polling, attributing it not to policy changes but to a 'rally around the flag' effect following high-profile American successes: the rescue of a U.S. airman from Iran and the historic Artemis II mission to deep space. Host Steve Deace and guests Todd Erzen and Aaron McIntyre debate whether this shift reflects genuine national pride or a fleeting emotional high. They contrast this with the spiritual fervor of persecuted Christians in Nigeria, who, despite extreme suffering, demonstrate unwavering faith and commitment—offering a stark contrast to the complacency and cultural decline they see in America. The episode culminates in a blistering critique of Tucker Carlson, accusing him of heresy, narrative-driven deception, and a fundamental misrepresentation of Christianity, particularly in his attacks on Franklin Graham and his portrayal of American empire and faith. The hosts argue that Carlson’s rhetoric, while containing fragments of truth, ultimately leads people away from the gospel and toward despair, making him a dangerous deceiver in the spiritual battle for America’s soul.