Podcasts about congressional races

With federal health care subsidies set to expire, Democrats are pushing to make next year's midterm elections a referendum on Republicans' approach to health care. Part of their strategy is recruiting doctors to run for office in 2026. Scott and Marisa talk with Guy about this tactic and how it's playing out in two key California congressional races.   Check out Political Breakdown's weekly newsletter, delivered straight to your inbox. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Political Strategist Tucker Karnes, Public Affairs for Cooley Public Strategies breaks down the highly contested TN-07 Congressional Race. Karnes joins host Ben Hall to analyze the dramatic numbers from the special election comparing them to the November 5, 2024 race between Democrat Megan Barry and Republican Mark Green. With Megan Barry pulling in over 120,000 votes just a year earlier, the Aftyn Behn campaign's primary mission was mobilizing Democratic voters. What other critical factors contributed to a 13 point swing from Republicans in 2024 to 2025? Which counties delivered the biggest impact? Will this voting pattern reshape the 2026 mid-terms? What does this mean for District 5's U.S. House seat up in 2026? Newschannel 5+ can be seen of Comcast/Xfinity Ch. 250, Spectrum/Charter Ch. 182 and over the air on Ch. 5.2. Inside Politics also streams live Fridays at 7pm and Saturdays at 3pm on our website: https://www.newschannel5.com/live3 as well as the NewsChannel 5 Now app on Connected TVs through Roku, AppleTV, AndroidTV, etc. The episode will air throughout the weekend on Newschannel 5+ Sat. at 5:30am, 3pm, Sun. at 1am, 9am, 7pm, Mon. at 2:30pm and Tues., 3pm unless pre-empted. This story was reported by a journalist and has been converted to this platform with the assistance of AI. Our editorial team verifies all reporting on all platforms for fairness and accuracy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2026 general election is just about a year away. The races for Montana's U.S. Senate and House seats are taking shape. Three Montana Democrats join the race to challenge Sen. Daines. The U.S. House races feature veterans, ranchers and political newcomers.

Republicans are having a panic attack over Tennessee’s Seventh Congressional District race. Matt Van Epps, who was the hand-picked, vanilla choice of Establishment Republicans. He’s facing fierce opposition from socialist Aftyn Behns. Polls have the race within two points. But is it really that close? Also, how do we fix what is broken with University of Memphis athletics? Listen LIVE Weekdays 7AM Central on the KWAM app, or Mighty990.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The fiercely competitive TN-07 Congressional race with Democrat Aftyn Behn and Republican Matt Van Epps is underway. But 4 other names will be on the ballot for the General Election, December 2nd. We continue our coverage by introducing you to 3 of the 4 Independent candidates who want your vote to represent District 7 in Washington. Teresa "Terri" Christi, Jon Thorp and Bobby Dodge join host Ben Hall to tell us why you should vote for an Independent candidate. Robert James Sutherby declined our invitation due to a scheduling conflict. All candidates on set believe that most Americans align with their values but Independents are under represented. The 3 candidates tend to skew conservative, but each candidate have distinct differences. All three candidates are disillusioned by a 2 party system and feel those parties have lost touch with constituent issues. Plus hear one candidate's issue with PAC support that he didn't ask for or knew about and who may be behind it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Republican Primary Winner Matt Van Epps will face Democrat Aftyn Behn December 2nd in the General Election for U.S. Representative for the TN-07 Congressional District. Matt Van Epps returns to Inside Politics to answer more question from host Ben Hall. Van Epps says his experience in the military and small business while still serving National Guard helped him win the primary. Van Epps says his goals if elected will be multifaceted. "Driving down the cost of living, driving our economy, decreasing inflation are all incredibly important and will be a priority on day one." He will also prioritize the military and veterans. "The first bill will be a bill for veterans." He also answered questions about his allegiance to Donald Trump and a possible 3rd term as president, the impact of tariffs on Tennessee farmers, his view on the Epstein files, ACA subsides and SNAP benefits. When asked about his war chest and PAC money, he said he is honored by the support.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Democratic Primary Winner Rep. Aftyn Behn will face Republican Matt Van Epps Dec. 2nd in the General Election for U.S. Representative for theTN-07 Congressional District. Aftyn Behn returns to Inside Politics to answer more questions from host Ben Hall. Behn touts her campaign as "grassroots energy and not taking Corporate PAC money." She considers herself an angry social worker who will fight for Tennesseans. Behn said, "This race is not about left vs right but top vs. bottom." She is running to "make life affordable for Tennesseans and reverse cuts from the Big Ugly Bill." Behn says her main priority if elected will be increasing wages, decreasing costs and ensuring and improving our quality of life in Tennessee. She will work to bring back ACA Marketplace subsides for over 600,000 Tennesseans, restore TennCare, and roll back tariffs that are squeezing farmers to bankruptcy. Behn says, "If you think things are going well, I'm not your candidate. If you are upset with the cost of living and the chaos of our federal and state government, then I am your candidate because I will go to Washington to fix it. "See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textIn this “15th anniversary” episode, Ernest shares the latest on the second government shutdown under President Trump, how a mainstream progressive seeks to reclaim her lost seat, a shocking endorsement in a heated Philly Congressional race, why Ezra Klein keeps misreading the room, unpacking the misappropriation of grace, the state of divided Swifties, about Diddy's sentencing, and much more.Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernest Owens. Check him out at ernestowens.com and follow him @MrErnestOwens on Twitter & Instagram.

The Authentically Detroit Podcast Network in collaboration with Detroit One Million presents: The Black Detroit Democracy Podcast, hosted by Donna Givens Davidson and Sam Robinson!Together, Donna and Sam illuminate the complexities of Detroit's unique political landscape and give residents a resource for navigating civic engagement and election season.On this episode, Adam Hollier joins Donna and Sam to discuss his decision to end his congressional race and instead join the race for Michigan Secretary of State. During the conversation Adam positions himself as uniquely qualified to protect Michigan's electoral system against potential threats, highlighting his commitment to ensuring that votes will be counted fairly. Together they dive into Detroit's evolving political landscape through multiple lenses, including the possibility of Detroiters electing a woman as mayor for the first time. Adam also reveals his stance on the money out of politics movement and why he's accepting donations from organizations like AIPAC during an ongoing genocide. For more episodes of the Black Detroit Democracy Podcast, click here.Support the showFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.

Trump endorses Rep. Ashley Hinson for Senate, Reynolds' trade mission to India and more analysis of U.S. politics.

Harris County Attorney Christian Menefee is gaining momentum in the race for Texas' 18th Congressional District, once held by Barbara Jordan and Sheila Jackson Lee. Menefee shares his personal journey, his record on voting rights litigation, and his vision for protecting democracy. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Politics Day episode, analysis from political scientists at Iowa State University.

Offshore wind farms were poised to provide energy to millions in New England. Now those plans are stalled – maybe indefinitely. Broken promises are leading Rhode Island politicians to face plummeting approval ratings. Meanwhile candidates are lining up in the race to replace U.S. Representative Chris Pappas in New Hampshire. And bridges on Cape Cod and Rhode Island need more than a facelift – will the government pay up? It's our regional news roundtable!  

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The lone statewide-elected Democratic official has thrown his hat in the ring for the race for governor in 2026.

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Florida holds a special election tomorrow for a House seat that has long been solidly red. Now? Maybe a bit less so.Former Congressman Mike Waltz gave up his seat in the 6th Congressional District – the area around Daytona Beach – to accept the post of President Donald Trump's national security advisor. In line to win his vacant seat tomorrow is Trump-backed Randy Fine, a state senator.But in recent days polls have been too close for comfort for many Republicans. Fine's Democratic opponent, math teacher Josh Weil, has raised $10 million for his campaign. Fine has brought in just $1 million.We discuss what we could learn from tomorrow's results. Want to support 1A? Give to your local public radio station and subscribe to this podcast. Have questions? Connect with us. Listen to 1A sponsor-free by signing up for 1A+ at plus.npr.org/the1a.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Donald Trump will return to the White House as the 47th president of the United States. And Republicans regain control of the Senate.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Eric McDaniel, Dana Farrington, Olivia Hampton and Jan Johnson. It was produced by Ziad Buchh, Nia Dumas and Lindsay Totty. We get engineering support from Neisha Heinis. And our technical director is Zac Coleman.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Guest: Corbin Carson on Congressional Races in OC. Conway, Thompson and Mo Kelly have an election take over as they discuss some results. Guest: Michael Monks on L.A. City Council Race: De Leon/Jurado. Conway, Thompson and Mo Kelly continue.

Members of OPB’s politics team join us to provide analysis and share the latest updates on Oregon races in the general election. They’ll discuss the results of statewide ballot measures and analyze some of the congressional district races, as well as the latest developments in Portland’s historic elections to choose a new mayor and expand the city council from five seats to 12. We’ll also hear from some of the candidates who won or are leading in statewide and US Congressional races.

LISTEN: On a special afternoon edition of Georgia Today for Wednesday, Nov. 6: Donald Trump has been declared the winner of the 2024 presidential race. But it wasn't the only race we followed. We'll tell you how Georgia candidates fared in the other races, including the congressional races, and give you dispatches from reporters across the state. 

For most of us the presidential race is top of mind. But voters on Tuesday will also decide which party controls Congress. Across the country, 34 Senate seats and all 435 House seats are contested in this election. In a historically tight race, with Democrats controlling the Senate and Republicans holding a majority in the House by razor thin margins, a small number of races will decide which party controls each chamber of Congress. We'll talk to experts breaking down the battleground congressional races in California and nationwide. Guests: Jessica Taylor, Senate/Governors Editor, The Cook Political Report Nicholas Wu, congressional reporter, Politico Guy Marzorati, correspondent, KQED's California Politics and Government Desk

WMAL GUEST: 8:15 AM -  INTERVIEW - NEIL PARROTT - Republican Congressional Nominee for MD-6  WEBSITE: https://www.neilparrott.org/ SOCIAL MEDIA: https://x.com/neilparrott FLASHBACK: IN SEPT: Maryland poll shows tight race in US House district that could play role in control of Congress Where to find more about WMAL's morning show:  Follow the Show Podcasts on Apple podcasts, Audible and Spotify. Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor,  @Jgunlock, @patricepinkfile, and @heatherhunterdc.  Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Show Website: https://www.wmal.com/oconnor-company/ How to listen live weekdays from 5 to 9 AM: https://www.wmal.com/listenlive/ Episode: Friday, November 1, 2024 / 8 AM Hour  O'Connor and Company is proudly presented by Veritas AcademySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President of the United States is not the only consequential race to watch in the Nov. 5 election.

Young voter turnout across the U.S. has historically been low. But this year, youth voter registration has surged. And that could make a difference in the Congressional District 13 race in northern San Joaquin Valley. Two years ago, Republican John Duarte beat Democrat Adam Gray by less than 600 votes.  Reporter: Rachel Livinal, KVPR Another demographic that could sway the vote in California's 13th District is Latinas. They make up 1 in every 4 voters in the District, according to Lucete Latina, a Federal Political Action Committee. Guest: Roxana Pantoja, 19-year-old Merced resident  The Los Angeles Dodgers won in dramatic fashion Wednesday night, coming from behind to beat the New York Yankees 7-6 in Game 5 of the World Series. It's the franchise's eighth World Series championship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Subscribe to Unchained's new regulatory newsletter Unregulated. With the presidential race in the spotlight, it's easy to overlook the powerful role that Congress could play in shaping crypto policy in the coming years. From committee chairs to legislative allies, crypto advocates are keenly focused on the outcome of key Congressional races. Kristin Smith of the Blockchain Association and Alex Grieve of Paradigm join us today to break down which races and committees are critical for crypto, why the industry is more visible in Washington than ever, and what the chances are for lame duck legislation this year.  Read more: How Congressional Committee Leadership Could Shake Out for Crypto This Election Show highlights: Why this election is “incredibly important” for crypto  How the presence of Fairshake is increasingly noticed by Washington Why some committees are more important than others for the industry Why the Senate Banking Committee is key Whether Alex and Kristin are concerned about Sen. Warren becoming chair of the Senate Banking Committee What could happen to the House Financial Services Committee Who is likely to take on both of the Agricultural Committees, which is in charge of the CFTC How the Senate Commerce affects the crypto industry How the members of the House Energy Committee don't have a strong stance on crypto What the stance of the Finance Committee on crypto is Why there is an opportunity in the House Ways and Means Committee Whether crypto tax legislation is in the works Who could be the SEC Chair under a Trump or Harris presidency Who could be the next Chair of the CFTC Whether Yellen will be replaced on Treasury, with many pro-crypto options on tap Why the Federal Reserve matters much more if they get to regulate stablecoins What the odds are for crypto legislation being passed this year Visit our website for breaking news, analysis, op-eds, articles to learn about crypto, and much more: unchainedcrypto.com Thank you to our sponsors! Polkadot Mantle Robinhood & Arbitrum Guests: Kristin Smith, CEO of the Blockchain Association Kristin's Op-ed on Unchained: In the Ongoing SAB 121 Fight, Here's How Crypto Can Move Forward With Bipartisan Support Previous appearances on Unchained: Kristin Smith on Why Crypto Legislation Could Be Passed by Year's End  Can Crypto Be a Force in the Midterms? Yes, Say Kristin Smith and Jake Chervinsky What the Crypto Industry Could See Under a Biden Administration Alexander Grieve, VP of Government Affairs at Paradigm Links Previous coverage of Unchained on the elections: With Rate Cuts and Upcoming Elections, What's the Best Play in Crypto? Why Congressman Ro Khanna Is Hopeful the Democratic Party Will Embrace Crypto Why Gary Gensler Will Likely Be Out as SEC Chair No Matter Who Wins the Election Congressman French Hill on Crypto and His Top Pick for the Next SEC Chair Timestamps:  00:00 Intro 01:55 Why this election is pivotal for crypto 04:50 How Fairshake's presence is catching Washington's eye 16:39 Which committees matter most for crypto? 22:49 Why the Senate Banking Committee is crucial 28:54 Concerns about Sen. Warren as potential chair? 38:15 Possible shifts in the House Financial Services Committee 41:47 Who could control the Agricultural Committees and CFTC oversight? 47:35 How the Senate Commerce Committee impacts crypto 51:04 House Energy Committee's stance on crypto 53:21 Finance Committee's crypto perspective 55:03 Opportunities in the House Ways and Means Committee 57:28 Is crypto tax legislation in the works? 1:01:23 Potential SEC Chairs under Trump or Harris 1:03:57 Who could be the next CFTC Chair? 1:05:46 Will Yellen be replaced with a pro-crypto Treasury option? 1:08:06 Why the Fed's role could be pivotal for stablecoin regulation 1:10:46 Odds of crypto legislation passing this year Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this  installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss a congressional race in Maine, in which second amendment policy is central, unlike most other races this cycle. Then the boys talk sports, as both of their football teams won yesterday, one in spectacular fashion. Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of life to more effectively protect themselves and their loved ones from criminal violence. On the ASP Podcast you will hear the true stories of life or death self defense encounters from the men and women that lived them. If you are interested in the Second Amendment, self defense and defensive firearms use, martial arts or the use of less lethal tools used in the real world to defend life and family, you will find this show riveting.  Join host and career federal agent Mike Willever as he talks to real life survivors and hear their stories in depth. You'll hear about these incidents and the self defenders from well before the encounter occurred on through the legal and emotional aftermath. Music: bensound.com

Election Day is coming up next week, and the battle for Congress could come down to Colorado, where eight seats are up for grabs. So who are the candidates? What's at stake? And most importantly, who's going to win? Producer Paul Karolyi is joined by Democratic strategist Ian Silverii, and his friend and former foil on 9News, Republican strategist Kelly Maher, to break down the tightest races and the most important issues from both sides of the aisle.  Paul quoted this article about abortion and same-sex marriage in the District 8 race from the Colorado Sun.  For even more Colorado politics with Ian, check out the podcast he co-hosts Get More Smarter! For even more news from around the city, subscribe to our morning newsletter Hey Denver at denver.citycast.fm. Who do you think is going to win in the tightest race, for District 8 — Evans or Caraveo? We want to hear what you think! Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: 720-500-5418‬ Follow us on Instagram: @citycastdenver Chat with other listeners on reddit: r/CityCastDenver Support City Cast Denver by becoming a member today: membership.citycast.fm/denver Learn more about the sponsors of this October 28th episode: Denver Heath Denver Public Library - RSVP to the grand reopening here Denver Film Fest - Get your tickets here! BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST New Era Colorado Looking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With less than two weeks to the 2024 election, national and statewide races are looking competitive.

Orange County is once again poised to help decide control of Congress this November. The 47th district is one of the swing seats up for grabs. And college education levels are dividing voters in the district's two largest cities.  Reporter: Guy Marzorati, KQED America, Mexico and Los Angeles have all lost an athletic and cultural icon with the death of former L.A. Dodgers player Fernando Valenzuela at the age of 63. Embattled Orange County Supervisor Andrew Do has resigned from his position and agreed to plead guilty to a conspiracy to steal millions of taxpayer dollars, funds that were intended to feed seniors.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Toss-up races in two of the country's bluest states could swing control of the House of Representatives. Lisa Desjardins explores the unusual dynamics playing out in New York. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Errol Louis, political anchor of Spectrum NY1 News, host of Inside City Hall and The Big Deal with Errol Louis, New York Magazine columnist and host of the podcast You Decide, talks about the campaigns in the swing Congressional districts on Long Island and in the Hudson Valley.

Ballots for the November election went in the mail on Friday. Among the races, all eight of Colorado's Congressional seats will be decided. We take a closer look at some of them with a special episode of Purplish, CPR's podcast about politics and policy. Then, the University of Colorado has become a hub for startups. And a cookbook brings the world to Colorado. 

For this episode, we're doing something we never have before: recording the show in front of a live studio audience. Hosts Caitlyn Kim, Bente Birkeland and Megan Verlee discuss what's at stake for congress in the upcoming congressional races.Which party controls the U.S. House could have a lot to do with how voters in Colorado's newest district are feeling about their first term congresswoman, and her law-and-order challenger. Plus, Rep. Lauren Boebert's district-hopping gamble has scrambled the races in two of the state's Republican seats. And, what could a new congress hold for other members of the Colorado delegation?

In the race for control of Congress, all eyes are on California. Election analysts see more competitive contests for the House of Representatives here than in any other state. One of those is the 47th District in Orange County, where Democrat Dave Min is taking on Republican Scott Baugh. Guest: Guy Marzorati, KQED State workplace regulators have fined a farm labor contractor near Sacramento more than $17,000 for serious heat safety violations. Reporter: Farida Jhabvala Romero, KQED Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Political Breakdown team continues their coverage of the most competitive congressional races in California that could determine control of the House next year.  Today, Scott and Marisa are joined by Politico's senior political reporter Melanie Mason to discuss the 45th congressional district race in Orange County, where 37% of the district's voting age citizens are Asian American. The Republican incumbent Michelle Steel, who was born in South Korea and has never lost an election, is being challenged by Democrat Derek Tran, an attorney and son of Vietnamese refugees.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Townhall Review - October 5, 2024 In this episode, we dive into the heated Vice-Presidential debate between Ohio Senator J.D. Vance and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. With the election just weeks away, Hugh Hewitt breaks down the key moments, policy clashes, and what's at stake as voters head to the polls. Key Segments: VP Debate Showdown: Ohio's J.D. Vance and Minnesota's Tim Walz face off. Matthew Continetti's Analysis: Breaking down the debate's impact on the election. Richard Hudson on the GOP's Strategy: The NRCC Chair discusses the roadmap to a Republican House majority. Mike Garcia on Military Readiness: Addressing the growing defense capacity gap with China. Derrick Anderson on Israel's Conflict: Insights on Israel's fight against Hezbollah and its global implications. Congressional Races to Watch: A look at key House races, Derrick Anderson in Virginia's 7th district. Mike Garcia in California's 27th, David Schweikert in Arizona's 1st and Kevin Coughlin in Ohio's 13th. Subscribe and Listen: Catch Townhall Review on all major podcast platforms, and stay informed with expert political analysis leading up to Election Day. Don't forget to follow Hugh Hewitt on X (@HughHewitt) and the program (@TownhallReview).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Lisa discusses the current political climate, focusing on the vice presidential debate and its implications for the upcoming election. Joined by Brad Todd, co-founder of On Message, they explore the challenges candidates face in a polarized environment. Todd shares insights on polling dynamics, voter mobilization, and campaign strategies. They discuss the significance of candidate performances, the difficulty of engaging undecided voters, and the impact of "Trump nostalgia." The Truth with Lisa Boothe is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Monday & Thursday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are 34 days away from election day. Join FS Investments' Chief U.S. Economist Lara Rhame and Head of Public Policy Jason Cole as they dive into the critical issues surrounding the election. While the top of the ticket gets most of the focus, control of Congress also hangs in the balance in November. They discuss polling data, the battleground states and the potential outcomes for the House and Senate. With an important tax debate on the horizon and heightened economic uncertainty, find out what investors need to know as we approach Election Day. Tune in for insights on the market impact, fiscal policy and the broader economic outlook.

Howie fields calls from listeners who are experiencing firsthand the effects of Kamalanomics and what the hoards of illegals have done to their communities and local businesses. Former ME Representative Bruce Poliquin updates Howie on the close race between Jared Golden and Austin Theriault. Visit the Howie Carr Radio Network website to access columns, podcasts, and other exclusive content.

Along with everything else that's on the ballot this election year, so is the U.S. House of Representatives. All nine seats of Arizona's congressional delegation are before voters, but in reality, only two are expected to have any suspense. Congressional district 1 features a showdown between Republican Congressman David Schweikert and Democratic Dr. Amish Shah. Congressional District 6 is a rematch between Republican Juan Ciscomani and former state Sen. Kirsten Engel. This week on The Gaggle, a politics podcast by The Arizona Republic and azcentral.com, host Ron Hansen is joined by one of the Republic's national politics reporters Laura Gersony to talk through who the competitors are for these districts and how they define themselves. Later, Kyle Kondik joins The Gaggle. He is the managing editor of Sabato's Crystal Ball at the University of Virginia's Center for Politics. He clues us in on how the results of Arizona's election will have a seismic impact on who holds power in Congress for the next two years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A tight race is on for control of the House of Representatives this fall, and California voters could play a pivotal role in the outcome. Republicans are seeking to defend seats in highly competitive races in the Central Valley and the Inland Empire while Democrats are focusing on protecting the seat held by Representative Katie Porter in Orange County. We preview the congressional races and hear what contests you're keeping an eye on. Guests: Scott Shafer, senior editor, KQED's California Politics and Government; co-host, Political Breakdown Catie Edmondson, congressional correspondent, The New York Times Laura J Nelson, staff writer covering politics and campaign finances, LA Times

The three year anniversary of President Joe Biden's INSANELY TERRIBLE military withdrawal from Afghanistan is upon us and host Mike Slater takes some time to look back at the senseless loss of American life that happened because of the foolish actions of one careless leader and ponder why Donald Trump's alleged actions at a cemetery are getting more attention than it in today's political world.Following the opener, Congressman Tom Emmer (R-MN-06) joins the show to talk about the various congressional races that are happening around the country and explain what he's doing as Republican House Majority Whip to combat those nutty leftists in the House of Representatives!

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The president's son is being tried on federal firearm charges for allegedly lying about his drug use when he bought a gun in 2018. And as presidential primary season concludes, we turn our attention to the congressional races likely to determine control of the House and Senate.This episode: political correspondent Susan Davis, justice correspondent Ryan Lucas, senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro, and congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales.The podcast is produced by Jeongyoon Han, Casey Morell and Kelli Wessinger. Our intern is Bria Suggs. Our editor is Eric McDaniel. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi. Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

New York holds a special election today to fill a seat vacated by Democratic Congressman Brian Higgins. The Democrat in the race, state Sen. Tim Kennedy, is expected to win. If he does, it would leave Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson's majority as slim as possible: a single vote. Todd Zwillich, a longtime Washington journalist and friend of the show, explains how it will make Johnson's job even more complicated.And in headlines: Columbia University began suspending students at the Gaza solidarity encampment, a federal appeals court ruled that certain state insurance plans must provide coverage for gender-affirming care, and the Supreme Court refused to hear billionaire and Tesla and X CEO Elon Musk's bid to challenge the SEC's restrictions on what he can post on social media. Show Notes:What A Day – YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@whatadaypodcastFollow us on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/crookedmedia/For a transcript of this episode, please visit crooked.com/whataday/

Texas's 15th Congressional District is held by Rep. Monica De La Cruz, a Republican. Her Democratic challenger is Michelle Vallejo. Organizers from both parties believe they've got the right message to win the district's Tejano voters.This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, and national political correspondent Mara Liasson.This podcast was produced by Kelli Wessinger and Casey Morell. Our editor is Eric McDaniel. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi. Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

As Israel's war with Hamas in Gaza enters its sixth month, Democratic members of Congress who are part of "the Squad" and have criticized Israel's actions are facing primary challengers backed by pro-Israel groups. It's a sign of further division in the party over present and future U.S. support of Israel. This podcast: political correspondents Sarah McCammon & Susan Davis, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This podcast was produced by Kelli Wessinger, and edited by Casey Morell. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi. Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Justin Barclay is live today hitting a few topics after the holidays. The first topic discussed is the prediction that 2024 will be a ‘Black Swan' event. Justin takes a few calls to see others takes on this Black Swan theory. Guest and author of Who Was Karl Marx? , Jim Simpson joins Justin to deliberate about the entire leftist movement and its' influence on this world; how satanic and demonic the leftist are have destroyed our politics, religion and culture. Social media and technology has played a role in our cultural division. At the last hour, Justin brings on guest speaker Abe Hamedeh recently endorsed by Donald Trump to run the Congressional Race, to discuss the length the government is going to remove Trump from the ballot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices