John Oliver Critiques Strange GOP Senate Candidates

In a recent episode of "Last Week Tonight," host John Oliver addressed the peculiar branding of former President Donald Trump and his running mate, Sen. JD Vance, R-Ohio, as "weird." Oliver noted that this label has also been applied to several Republican Senate candidates who emerged victorious in last week's primaries across Minnesota, Virginia, and Wisconsin. He highlighted a clip of Trump denying the "weird" label, suggesting that the former president is increasingly affected by the characterization. Oliver emphasized that the "weird" label is difficult for Republican candidates to shake, particularly as they continue to reinforce it with their statements and actions. He showcased a clip of a Republican candidate expressing unwavering support for Trump, even in the face of outrageous behavior. Oliver humorously questioned the limits of this loyalty, asking if there were any circumstances under which the candidate would consider voting for Democrats again. The host also turned his attention to Hung Cao, the Republican Senate candidate from Virginia, whom he described as a "very strange man." Oliver played footage of Cao discussing a location in California, which he suggested was an awkward attempt to deflect attention. He concluded with a playful challenge to Sen. Tammy Baldwin, urging her to join him in a cold plunge to prove their Wisconsin roots, further underscoring the bizarre nature of the current political landscape.