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The Ricochet Audio Network Superfeed
Beyond the Polls with Henry Olsen: Southern Bellwethers?

The Ricochet Audio Network Superfeed

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 57:26


We've got Senate runoffs in the Deep South next week, and that means we already know what's in the bag… right? Wrong! Jessica Taylor, Cook Political Report's Senate and Governors Editor, returns to update us on a couple of surprisingly close Republican primaries. Tune in to hear about an Alabama outsider's formidable challenge to the […]

Our American States
Assessing Mid-Decade Redistricting | OAS Episode 265

Our American States

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2026 45:27


The last year has seen an unusual spate of mid-decade redistricting. It was initiated by President Trump in 2025 when he urged the Texas legislature to redraw maps to favor Republicans in hopes of helping the GOP hold the House and the 2026 midterms.  State legislatures are at the center of these efforts in blue and red states. To offer some perspective, we sat down with Erin Covey, who leads coverage of the U.S. House for the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter, and Helen Brewer, who tracks redistricting legislation and developments for NCSL.  Covey explained the change to congressional maps in Texas, California, Virginia, and other states and discussed how the Supreme Court decision in a Louisiana case involving the Voting Rights Act could affect numerous districts over the next few elections.  Brewer offered some perspective on the history of redistricting, including mid-decade redistricting. She also discussed the basis and ramifications of the Supreme Court decision in Louisiana v. Callais. Resources “Changing the Maps: Tracking Mid-Decade Redistricting,” NCSL Cook Political Report with Amy Walter  

The Focus Group with Sarah Longwell
S6 Ep44: Amy Walter: Everyone is on the Take

The Focus Group with Sarah Longwell

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2026 41:03


Summer's here, and Sarah's taking a break from primary election coverage to take stock of the national political landscape. We haven't talked to swing voters in a little while about the overall state of the country, and it's becoming clear that the war in Iran is overshadowing, well, everything. Plus: The post-redistricting U.S. House math for Democrats, and a local issue bubbling up all over the country that has some lessons about why Americans are so disillusioned.Sarah all kicks this around with one her favorite nerds: Amy Walter, publisher and editor-in-chief of the Cook Political Report.Note: The discussion of Maine's Senate race took place BEFORE the June 4 New York Times reporting on Graham Platner.Subscribe to the Cook Political Report!By Amy Walter: Taking Stock of the House MathCPR's PollTracker (Trump Approval Rating Aggregator)CPR's “Find a Race” sorterCPR's Recent Poll: Battleground District Project

The Bill Press Pod
"Absolutely stunning." The Reporters' Roundtable. June 5, 2026

The Bill Press Pod

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2026 37:47


GOP Begins to Try to Oppose Trump: Ballroom. Weaponization Fund. War Powers. Pulte.Resonating With Voters? California Governors' Race.Could Iowa Turn Blue? Maine Platner Troubles.Democrats Narrow Path to Senate Majority.The Politics of AI and Data Centers in the Midterms.60 Minutes Under Attack. With Shirish Date, Senior White House Correspondent for Huff Post, Allan Smith, Politics Reporter for NBC News and Jessica Taylor, Senators and Governors Editor for The Cook Political Report.Today's Bill Press Pod is supported by The United Food and Commercial Workers Union. More information at UFCW.org.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

C-SPAN Radio - Washington Today
Weekend Edition: Texas GOP Senate Primary, Government Fraud, and Americans View of the Iran War

C-SPAN Radio - Washington Today

Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2026 29:45


In this weekend's episode, three segments from this past week's Washington Journal. First: A discussion with Cook Political Report's Jessica Taylor on what the brutal Texas GOP Senate primary tells us about President Trump's grip on the Republican party – and the bigger fight over the Senate this fall. Then: OJ Oleka of the State Financial Officers Foundation discusses his group's efforts across the country to expose government fraud. Finally: Institute for Global Affairs Director Jonathan Guyer discusses new polling on American views of the Iran war. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Political Breakdown
California's Only Toss-Up House Race

Political Breakdown

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 31:27


Democrats have long had their sights on Congressional District 22 in the Central Valley, where Republican Rep. David Valadao has managed to hold onto the Democratic-leaning district for most of the past 13 years. Cook Political Report lists it as the only toss-up House race in the state after last year's redistricting measure flipped five Republican-held seats blue. Now, two Democrats are competing for the chance to face Valadao in the November general election: moderate state Assemblymember Jasmeet Bains and progressive college professor Randy Villegas. CalMatters politics reporter Maya C. Miller joins Scott, Marisa and Guy to break down the key differences between the candidates, their campaign attacks and the issues that matter most to voters in the district.  Check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠Political Breakdown's weekly newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠, delivered straight to your inbox. For election information including our voter guide, go to kqed.org/voterguide. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Progress Texas Happy Hour
Daily Dispatch 5/28/26: "The People Vs. Ken Paxton", And More

Progress Texas Happy Hour

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 8:57


Stories we're following this morning at Progress Texas:James Talarico's general election campaign for Senate kicked off last night with the first of a series of events: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/28/us/politics/ken-paxton-james-talarico-texas-senate-race.html...The Cook Political Report, upon the nomination of Ken Paxton, has shifted the Texas Senate race from "Likely Republican" to "Lean Republican": https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5896436-texas-senate-race-rating-shift/...Paxton's flaws are numerous and evident as the general phase begins: https://www.reuters.com/world/us/five-ways-paxtons-big-win-texas-could-backfire-trump-2026-05-27/...Alongside Paxton as a byproduct of the MAGA hijacking of the Republican Party is the nomination of Bo French for Texas Railroad Commission - a position he's not even talking about as he campaigns, instead leaning into his trademark strain of bigotry: https://www.politico.com/news/2026/05/27/texas-republican-regulator-runoff-00935971The ownership of Buc-ee's is the target of a federal lawsuit alleging that they wrongfully failed to accommodate - and eventually fired - an employee suffering from a severe autoimmune disease: https://www.statesman.com/business/article/bucees-lawsuit-disability-texas-eeoc-22278759.phpWe're excited to see you in Dallas for our 16th anniversary celebration on Tuesday June 16! Make your reservation now:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://act.progresstexas.org/a/anniversary2026⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Progress Texas is expanding into both broadcast radio - including a new partnership with⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠KPFT-FM in Houston⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Make a tax-deductible contribution to our radio initiative⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and to our Spanish expansion⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Find our web store and other ways to support our important work at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://progresstexas.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠

PBS NewsHour - Segments
Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on Democrats concerned about direction of DNC leadership

PBS NewsHour - Segments

Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2026 8:39


NPR's Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join Amna Nawaz to discuss the latest political news, including President Trump's fight to reshape the Republican Party moves to Texas as he tries to take out another incumbent senator and Democrats weigh how to move past 2024 losses with the midterms fast approaching. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

PBS NewsHour - Politics Monday
Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on Democrats concerned about direction of DNC leadership

PBS NewsHour - Politics Monday

Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2026 8:39


NPR's Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join Amna Nawaz to discuss the latest political news, including President Trump's fight to reshape the Republican Party moves to Texas as he tries to take out another incumbent senator and Democrats weigh how to move past 2024 losses with the midterms fast approaching. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Apple News Today
What Trump's approval ratings say about his hold on the GOP

Apple News Today

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2026 17:00


Rep. Thomas Massie, a Republican critic of Trump, faces a primary challenge today. Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report joins to discuss how the president’s falling approval ratings are affecting some primary races. In response to an Ebola outbreak, the U.S. has temporarily barred foreign travelers from entry if they’ve been to Congo, Uganda, or South Sudan recently. Helen Branswell of Stat breaks down the international response to the outbreak. Elon Musk lost his lawsuit against OpenAI’s Sam Altman. The Verge’s Elizabeth Lopatto explains what the decision means for the AI landscape. Plus, three people were killed in a shooting at a San Diego mosque, why Trump set up a fund to compensate political allies, and how airplane repo men are collecting Spirit Airlines jets. Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

PBS NewsHour - Segments
Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on Trump's power in pushing out 'disloyal' Republicans

PBS NewsHour - Segments

Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2026 8:57


NPR's Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join Amna Nawaz to discuss the latest political news, including President Trump successfully ousting Sen. Bill Cassidy, the Republican who voted to convict him in his impeachment trial five years ago, and the president's power in upcoming GOP primaries. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

PBS NewsHour - Politics Monday
Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on Trump's power in pushing out 'disloyal' Republicans

PBS NewsHour - Politics Monday

Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2026 8:57


NPR's Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join Amna Nawaz to discuss the latest political news, including President Trump successfully ousting Sen. Bill Cassidy, the Republican who voted to convict him in his impeachment trial five years ago, and the president's power in upcoming GOP primaries. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

PBS NewsHour - Politics
Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on Trump's power in pushing out 'disloyal' Republicans

PBS NewsHour - Politics

Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2026 8:57


NPR's Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join Amna Nawaz to discuss the latest political news, including President Trump successfully ousting Sen. Bill Cassidy, the Republican who voted to convict him in his impeachment trial five years ago, and the president's power in upcoming GOP primaries. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

The Wright Report
12 MAY 2026: White House Races To Lower Gas and Beef Prices; Will It Work? // Odds of GOP Capturing House & Senate Grow // Cloud Seeding Takes Off; Is That Good? // Incredible AI Revolution News!

The Wright Report

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2026 27:42


Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required)   AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL - A TWR FILM PROJECT   Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In this episode of The Wright Report, Bryan explains why President Trump is racing against the clock to lower gas prices, ease grocery bills, and stabilize the economy before early voting begins in the midterm elections, all while the war with Iran continues to squeeze global oil markets and the Strait of Hormuz remains jammed. He breaks down Trump's push to suspend federal gas and diesel taxes, the challenges of lowering beef prices through foreign imports, and why June 1 may be a critical deadline for reopening the Strait of Hormuz before global oil markets face deeper long-term damage. Bryan also examines whether the GOP has a backup plan to hold the House and Senate if voters remain frustrated with inflation, energy prices, housing costs, and the economic fallout from the Iran war. Plus, Bryan covers a controversial rise in cloud seeding and geoengineering efforts from Malaysia to the American West, warning that efforts to manipulate rainfall may carry real risks without stronger oversight. He also highlights the darker side of the AI revolution, including Chinese companies using AI-generated fake American businesses to scam consumers, before closing with hopeful medical news on AI-assisted pancreatic cancer detection, ER diagnosis, and a fascinating study showing that babies in the womb may "catch" yawns from their mothers.   "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32     Keywords: Trump gas tax suspension 2026 diesel prices Iran war impact, Strait of Hormuz June 1 deadline global oil market crisis, beef prices foreign import quota Trump grocery bills, midterm elections GOP House Senate forecast 2026, Alabama redistricting Supreme Court House seats Cook Political Report, cloud seeding geo engineering Rainmaker drones Utah Idaho drought, Malaysia rice drought cloud seeding military planes, Chinese AI scam fake American businesses online shopping fraud, AI pancreatic cancer detection ER diagnosis OpenAI study, fetal yawning mother baby AI research, Bryan Dean Wright podcast, The Wright Report

PBS NewsHour - Segments
Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on the midterm outlook following redistricting legal battles

PBS NewsHour - Segments

Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2026 8:50


NPR's Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join Geoff Bennett to discuss the latest political news, including the legal battles over the partisan redistricting efforts, President Trump wanting to suspend the federal gas tax as Americans continue grappling with rising prices at the pump and Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy's road trip reality show. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Against the Grain
National Journal Radio Bonus Episode: The Redistricting Rumble

Against the Grain

Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2026 59:35


In this bonus episode, Hotline editor Kirk A. Bado and Cook Political Report with Amy Walter founder Charlie Cook discuss the latest developments in redistricting for Virginia, the Senate battleground, and President Trump's sway over the Republican party. Subscribe to Hotline here: https://hub.nationaljournal.com/hotline-subscribe 

PBS NewsHour - Politics Monday
Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on the midterm outlook following redistricting legal battles

PBS NewsHour - Politics Monday

Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2026 8:50


NPR's Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join Geoff Bennett to discuss the latest political news, including the legal battles over the partisan redistricting efforts, President Trump wanting to suspend the federal gas tax as Americans continue grappling with rising prices at the pump and Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy's road trip reality show. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

PBS NewsHour - Politics
Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on the midterm outlook following redistricting legal battles

PBS NewsHour - Politics

Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2026 8:50


NPR's Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join Geoff Bennett to discuss the latest political news, including the legal battles over the partisan redistricting efforts, President Trump wanting to suspend the federal gas tax as Americans continue grappling with rising prices at the pump and Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy's road trip reality show. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

PBS NewsHour - Segments
Virginia's Supreme Court tosses voter-approved redistricting plan in blow to Democrats

PBS NewsHour - Segments

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2026 6:42


Virginia's Supreme Court has struck down a voter-approved plan to redraw the state's congressional maps to benefit Democrats. It was a major setback for Democrats, as both parties wage a war of mid-decade redistricting. David Wasserman of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter joins Amna Nawaz to discuss Friday's ruling and the national context. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

PBS NewsHour - Politics
Virginia's Supreme Court tosses voter-approved redistricting plan in blow to Democrats

PBS NewsHour - Politics

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2026 6:42


Virginia's Supreme Court has struck down a voter-approved plan to redraw the state's congressional maps to benefit Democrats. It was a major setback for Democrats, as both parties wage a war of mid-decade redistricting. David Wasserman of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter joins Amna Nawaz to discuss Friday's ruling and the national context. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

The Ricochet Audio Network Superfeed
Beyond the Polls with Henry Olsen: Safe Senate Seat Scuffles

The Ricochet Audio Network Superfeed

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2026 52:46


The old rhyme promises that May brings the flowers, and sure enough we're seeing early bursts of the election season bloom! This week, Jessica Taylor of the Cook Political Report guides us through three surprisingly close Republican primaries in the reliably red South. Get to know the candidates chasing open Senate seats in Alabama and […]

Political Breakdown
The Fight for the House Runs Through California

Political Breakdown

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2026 31:33


California will once again play a big role in determining which party controls the U.S. Congress next year. That's in part because of the mid-decade redistricting battle that President Trump set off last summer, but it's also tied to a recent Supreme Court ruling that has prompted several Southern states to redraw their maps even after some voters have cast their ballots.  Marisa and Scott sit down with Guy to discuss how the Democratic Party's internal debates over generational change are shaping key congressional races.  Then they're joined by Erin Covey, editor of the Cook Political Report's coverage of the U.S. House of Representatives, to survey the national landscape and take a closer look at the high stakes districts back here in California. For more information on the races and ballot measures in California's June 2 primary election, check out KQED's Voter Guide.   Check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠Political Breakdown's weekly newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠, delivered straight to your inbox. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hacks on Tap with David Axelrod and Mike Murphy
The Cost of Not Listening (with Dave Wasserman)

Hacks on Tap with David Axelrod and Mike Murphy

Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2026 69:56


This week Axe and Murphy are joined by the man who has seen it all—and has seen enough—Dave Wasserman of the Cook Political Report. The Hacks dive into Donald Trump's frustrations with voters, the latest polls and money advantages shaping the map, and—of course with Wasserman in the mix—a deep dive into key races, redistricting battles, and what it all means for the midterms. Photo by Tom Williams/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty Images Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

PBS NewsHour - Segments
Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on redrawing congressional maps and testing Trump's power

PBS NewsHour - Segments

Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2026 8:15


NPR's Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join Amna Nawaz to discuss the latest political news, including the 2026 elections, the Supreme Court's abortion pill ruling and the push by some states to redraw their congressional maps. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

PBS NewsHour - Politics Monday
Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on redrawing congressional maps and testing Trump's power

PBS NewsHour - Politics Monday

Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2026 8:15


NPR's Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join Amna Nawaz to discuss the latest political news, including the 2026 elections, the Supreme Court's abortion pill ruling and the push by some states to redraw their congressional maps. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

PBS NewsHour - Politics
Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on redrawing congressional maps and testing Trump's power

PBS NewsHour - Politics

Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2026 8:15


NPR's Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join Amna Nawaz to discuss the latest political news, including the 2026 elections, the Supreme Court's abortion pill ruling and the push by some states to redraw their congressional maps. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

PBS NewsHour - Segments
Which states to watch as the battle for Senate control heats up ahead of 2026 midterms

PBS NewsHour - Segments

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2026 6:25


A total of 35 Senate seats will be on the ballot this November, with only 11 rated as remotely competitive by the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter. Republicans are on defense in more of those seats than Democrats, but Democrats need a longshot sweep to take control of the chamber. Lisa Desjardins speaks with Jessica Taylor, senate and governors editor at the Cook Political Report, for more. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

PBS NewsHour - Politics
Which states to watch as the battle for Senate control heats up ahead of 2026 midterms

PBS NewsHour - Politics

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2026 6:25


A total of 35 Senate seats will be on the ballot this November, with only 11 rated as remotely competitive by the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter. Republicans are on defense in more of those seats than Democrats, but Democrats need a longshot sweep to take control of the chamber. Lisa Desjardins speaks with Jessica Taylor, senate and governors editor at the Cook Political Report, for more. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

PBS NewsHour - Segments
Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on the growing risks of political violence

PBS NewsHour - Segments

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2026 7:49


NPR's Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join Amna Nawaz to discuss the latest political news, including the fallout from the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting and another state pushes for mid-decade redistricting. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

PBS NewsHour - Politics Monday
Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on the growing risks of political violence

PBS NewsHour - Politics Monday

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2026 7:49


NPR's Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join Amna Nawaz to discuss the latest political news, including the fallout from the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting and another state pushes for mid-decade redistricting. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

PBS NewsHour - Politics
Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on the growing risks of political violence

PBS NewsHour - Politics

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2026 7:49


NPR's Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join Amna Nawaz to discuss the latest political news, including the fallout from the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting and another state pushes for mid-decade redistricting. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

The Bill Press Pod
"What we're seeing is panic ." The Reporters' Roundtable. April 24, 2026

The Bill Press Pod

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2026 43:44


Iran Blockade Stalemate. Severe Political Fallout.Top Trump Officials Ousted. Do Voters Care?Midterms: Dems Look Strong for House. Senate?VA Redistricting Win for Dems. Florida Next for GOP?Michigan Senate Democratic Primary Mess.California Governor Jungle Primary Shake Up. Kash Patel Drinking Story. Who's Next Out the Door?DC WH Correspondents Dinner Controversy. With Ginger Gibson, former Senior Washington Editor at NBC News, Jennifer Bendery, Senior Politics Reporter for HuffPost, Jessica Taylor, Senate & Governors Editor at the Cook Political Report and Kirk Bado, Editor of the National Journal Hotline. Today's Bill Press Pod is supported by The United Food and Commercial Workers Union. More information at UFCW.orgSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Brian Lehrer Show
Monday Morning Politics: Looking Ahead to Midterms

The Brian Lehrer Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2026 40:11


David Wasserman, senior editor and elections analyst for The Cook Political Report with Amy Walter, talks about early indications for the upcoming midterm elections. Photo: An Oklahoma midterm ballot from 2018. (Credit: Okcgunner via Wikimedia Commons CC 4.0)

PBS NewsHour - Segments
Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on partisan redistricting and the midterms

PBS NewsHour - Segments

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2026 7:47


NPR's Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join Geoff Bennett to discuss the latest political news, including Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer leaving her post, partisan redistricting and the midterms and Democratic fundraising advantages. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast
Inflation, Iran, Israel and the midterm elections

Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2026 22:03


With congressional elections coming up in November, how are certain national (and international) issues impacting the polls? On Today's Show:David Wasserman, senior editor and elections analyst for The Cook Political Report with Amy Walter, talks about early indications for the upcoming midterm elections.

PBS NewsHour - Politics Monday
Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on partisan redistricting and the midterms

PBS NewsHour - Politics Monday

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2026 7:47


NPR's Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join Geoff Bennett to discuss the latest political news, including Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer leaving her post, partisan redistricting and the midterms and Democratic fundraising advantages. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Hawk Droppings
Nobody Likes You JD Vance

Hawk Droppings

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2026 24:02


Earlier in the evening, Vance told the audience that the Pope needs to be careful when discussing matters of theology, despite having converted to Catholicism relatively recently and having changed his name multiple times. Both Pope Francis and Pope Leo have publicly clashed with Vance over the ethics of war. On the legal front, attorney John Eastman, one of the key architects of efforts to overturn the 2020 election, has been disbarred in California. Fellow Trump allies Jeffrey Clark and Sydney Powell responded with outrage, calling the decision corrupt and politically motivated. CNN forecaster Harry Enten reports that Democrats now hold a 54% chance of retaking the Senate, with key races in Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Maine, and Nebraska shifting in their favor. Democrats have won every special election since Trump's inauguration, with vote swings ranging from 12 to 25 points. RFK Jr. is back in the news as a new book reveals he once stopped on a highway to collect a dead raccoon's genitals for study, keeping his kids waiting in the car, and noting he keeps a freezer stocked with roadkill. SUPPORT & CONNECT WITH HAWK- Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mdg650hawk - Hawk's Merch Store: https://hawkmerchstore.com - Connect on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mdg650hawk7thacct - Connect on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hawkeyewhackamole - Connect on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/mdg650hawk.bsky.social - Connect on Substack: https://mdg650hawk.substack.com - Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hawkpodcasts - Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mdg650hawk - Connect on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mdg650hawk ALL HAWK PODCASTS INFO- Additional Content Available Here: https://www.hawkpodcasts.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@hawkpodcasts- Listen to Hawk Podcasts On Your Favorite Platform:Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3RWeJfyApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/422GDuLYouTube: https://youtube.com/@hawkpodcastsiHeartRadio: https://ihr.fm/47vVBdPPandora: https://bit.ly/48COaTB

The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell
Lawrence: British Parliament Member calls Trump ‘a dangerous and corrupt gangster' over Iran war

The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2026 42:25


Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump fails to end his “war of choice” in Iran. Also, the Cook Political Report shifts three key Senate races toward Democrats. Plus, The Wall Street Journal reports that Trump promises mass staff pardons before leaving office. And a new book details USAID dismantling under Donald Trump and Elon Musk. Sen. Mark Warner, fmr. Gov. Roy Cooper, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, and Nicholas Enrich join Lawrence O'Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Gaslit Nation
The Wajahat Ali Interview

Gaslit Nation

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2026 40:44


Americans must fight a war on two fronts: against MAGA fascism and Democratic Party complacency. Wajahat Ali of the Left Hook on Substack and author of Go Back to Where You Came From: And Other Helpful Recommendations on How to Become American joins Gaslit Nation to discuss how to actually build back better this time.  Donald Trump is America's karma of white supremacy, greed, and misogyny. But while the MAGA virus burns through our institutions, another danger is the "Big Club" in Washington, D.C. where Republicans and Democrats share the same donors, the same golf clubs, and the same refusal to tax the rich.  The DNC thinks they can waltz into power by not being Trump, but voters want a fighter and they want accountability. We are watching a righteous rage build across the globe, from the resistance in Ukraine and Hungary to vigilante violence here at home. When an Amazon worker drops dead and colleagues are told to work around the body, the status quo makes revolution by any means inevitable.  Ukrainians are fighting a war on two fronts: homegrown corruption and Kremlin fascism. We must see ourselves in the same fight. If the Democrats choose the James Carville "possum strategy" and refuse to face reality, they are simply clearing the deck for a more competent autocrat in 2032.  EVENTS AT GASLIT NATION: Gaslit Nation Salons take place Mondays 4pm ET over Zoom and are recorded and shared on Patreon.com/Gaslit for our community New! There's now a California Signal Group for Gaslit Nation listeners to find each other and connect in that state, availableon Patreon.  The Gaslit Nation Outreach Committee discusses how to talk to the MAGA cult, availableon Patreon.  Minnesota Signal group for Gaslit Nation listeners in the state to find each other, availableon Patreon.  Vermont Signal group for Gaslit Nation listeners in the state to find each other, availableon Patreon.  Arizona-based listeners launched a Signal group for others in the state to connect, availableon Patreon.  Indiana-based listeners launched a Signal group for others in the state to join, availableon Patreon.  Florida-based listeners are going strong meeting in person. Be sure to join their Signal group, availableon Patreon.  As always, keep it kind in our chat groups, extend grace and assume good faith. A culture of care is how we build a better world.  Join our community of listeners and get bonus shows, ad free listening, group chats with other listeners, ways to shape the show, invites to exclusive events like our Monday political salons at 4pm ET over Zoom, and more! Discounted annual memberships are available. Become a Democracy Defender at Patreon.com/Gaslit Show Notes: Amazon Accused of Hiding Worker's Death for a Week, Making Employees Keep Working as Corpse Lay on Floor https://futurism.com/future-society/amazon-accused-hiding-death-week Worker who allegedly set fire to California warehouse compares self to Luigi Mangione https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/apr/10/california-warehouse-arson-luigi-mangione Newsom Vows to Stop Proposed Billionaire Tax in California https://www.nytimes.com/2026/01/13/us/newsom-billionaire-tax-california.html Christiane Amanpour and Jill Lepore on CNN: Civil War Confederate President Wasn't Tried, Why It Matters In Trump Case https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZXVOIab3ek8  The Black Death by Thomas Asbridge review – a medieval horror story https://www.theguardian.com/books/2026/apr/08/the-black-death-a-global-history-thomas-asbridge-review-pandemic-history-covid Why Does "DoorDash Grandma" Keep Showing Up with MAGA Members? https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/2026/04/14/has-doordash-grandma-appeared-with-other-gop-leaders-what-to-know/89602972007/ Aaron Rupar: "A woman named Lonna Drewes at a news conference just now accused Eric Swalwell of drugging her drink and sexually assaulting her. Here's part of her statement." https://bsky.app/profile/atrupar.com/post/3mjhtlsrn5i2z David Dayen: "Several important nuggets in here: • Swalwell was rebuilding Newsom's inner circle; he was the establishment hope • One lobbyist: "Were we willing to delude ourselves or not ask questions that should have been asked? 1000%" • His campaign started sending cease-and-desists last year" https://bsky.app/profile/ddayen.bsky.social/post/3mjfu4px42c25 Lesley Abravanel: "In a major shift, Cook Political Report has now moved 4 Senate seats toward the Democrats (NC,GA, OH, NE). That's on top of 5 House races that Cook Political moved leftward just last week, all partly due to Trump's  unpopular war in Iran that sent gas prices skyrocketing." https://bsky.app/profile/lesleyabravanel.bsky.social/post/3mjflo3zkdc2t

The Latino Vote
Latino Voters Are ROARING Back: Special Election Upsets & 17 Toss-Up Midterm Races

The Latino Vote

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2026 51:18


Chuck Rocha and Mike Madrid are back together for a must-see episode. The data is undeniable: Latino voters are shifting away from the Republican Party at historic speed, and the 2026 midterms may be more consequential for the Latino community than any election in recent memory.Chuck and Mike break down the explosive overperformance by Democrats in recent special elections, including a 23-point swing in the Marjorie Taylor Greene seat in Georgia and a 56-point shift in heavily Latino precincts in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Then they go district by district through Cook Political Report's 17 toss-up House seats, showing how the Latino vote will be the margin of victory in the majority of them.Also the Latino Vote Summit is scheduled for June 23 in Washington D.C. If you are interested in sponsoring (or attending), email us at latinovotepodcast@gmail.com.-Recorded April 8, 2026-Referenced in the episode:The Cook Political Report with Amy Walter - 2026 CPR House Race Ratings: https://www.cookpolitical.com/ratings/house-race-ratingsGeorgia Secretary of State Website - Georgia Election Results April 7, 2026 – Special Election: https://results.sos.ga.gov/results/public/Georgia/elections/40726SpecialElectionNBC News -  Wisconsin State Supreme Court Results 2026: https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/2026-elections/wisconsin-state-supreme-court-results-Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast!Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcastFind us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcastFollow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_VoteVisit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.voteIf you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!

Hawk Droppings
Obama and Pope Leo Conspiring Against Trump - MAGA's Latest Conspiracy

Hawk Droppings

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2026 36:39


The Cook Political Report has shifted four Senate races toward Democrats, making a Democratic Senate majority a real possibility this fall. With seats in Maine, Ohio, Alaska, North Carolina, and Iowa now in play, the math is moving in Democrats' favor, and the stakes could not be higher when it comes to blocking Supreme Court picks and shutting down Trump's judicial appointments. Eric Swalwell is done. His accusers sat down with Nora O'Donnell on CBS Mornings in their first on-camera interview, detailing a years-long pattern of grooming, manipulation, and coercion targeting young staffers. Swalwell denied sexual assault but left nearly every other allegation unanswered, and he is now under criminal investigation in New York. Attorney Cheyenne Hunt helped these women connect and come forward, and more accusers continue to emerge. Viktor Orban lost his grip on Hungary, replaced by Peter Magyar, who is already signaling that Orban's use of Hungarian state funds to support CPAC may have been criminal. With Putin losing allies including Orban, Khamenei, and the Venezuelan government, the global authoritarian network is fracturing. On CNBC, Joe Kernan invited Rand Paul to discuss ICE's use of administrative warrants in place of judicial warrants to enter homes without a judge's signature, a direct violation of Fourth Amendment protections that apply to everyone on U.S. soil regardless of immigration status. The conversation went just as badly for Kernan as his earlier interview with Pete Buttigieg. SUPPORT & CONNECT WITH HAWK- Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mdg650hawk - Hawk's Merch Store: https://hawkmerchstore.com - Connect on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mdg650hawk7thacct - Connect on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hawkeyewhackamole - Connect on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/mdg650hawk.bsky.social - Connect on Substack: https://mdg650hawk.substack.com - Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hawkpodcasts - Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mdg650hawk - Connect on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mdg650hawk ALL HAWK PODCASTS INFO- Additional Content Available Here: https://www.hawkpodcasts.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@hawkpodcasts- Listen to Hawk Podcasts On Your Favorite Platform:Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3RWeJfyApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/422GDuLYouTube: https://youtube.com/@hawkpodcastsiHeartRadio: https://ihr.fm/47vVBdPPandora: https://bit.ly/48COaTB

The Focus Group with Sarah Longwell
S6 Ep33: The Sad, Mad GOP Base (with Amy Walter)

The Focus Group with Sarah Longwell

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2026 55:28


If there's a blue wave in the 2026 elections, it'll be either because new people start voting for Democrats, or the current Republican base gets sad and stays home. So we convened a focus group of 2020 and 2024 Trump voters who are unhappy with his administration to give you a sample of the kind of despair that could keep Republicans home in November. Amy Walter, editor-in-chief of the Cook Political Report, returns to the show to break down the midterm landscape.

Here First
Friday, April 10th, 2026

Here First

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2026 9:06


Child care workers will receive child care assistance under a new state law. The Cook Political Report says Iowa governor's race is a toss-up. And an in-depth look at how USDA funding cuts could impact the honeybee industry.

Tony Katz + The Morning News
Tony Katz and the Morning News 1st Hr 4-8-26

Tony Katz + The Morning News

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2026 25:06 Transcription Available


There's a cease fire. The start of a deal with Iran. Maybe. Possibly. Indy Student’s $10k Oil Change Battle Reaches Supreme Court. Andre Carson wants to 25th Amendment Trump. Cook Political Report sees gains for Democrats in the House See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony Katz + The Morning News
Tony Katz and the Morning News Full Show 4-8-26

Tony Katz + The Morning News

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2026 82:33 Transcription Available


There's a cease fire. The start of a deal with Iran. Maybe. Possibly. Indy Student’s $10k Oil Change Battle Reaches Supreme Court. Andre Carson wants to 25th Amendment Trump. Cook Political Report sees gains for Democrats in the House Investigation into shooting at Councilman Gibson's home. What happened to that swatting investigation? Today’s Popcorn Moment: Ex Biden official Kirby says Iran regime staying is not a good thing. Today on the Marketplace: 2002 Honda Goldwing Trike. Be aware of text scams. Is there really a cease fire? Believe it when you see it. Pete Hegseth on Operation Epic Fury. Dan "Raizin" Caine on Operation Epic Fury. David Ignatius: How Are the Europeans Ever Going to Trust Us Again? (Does Europe even matter anymore?) What's that TV Theme Song? Party of FiveSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PBS NewsHour - Segments
Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on Trump's shifting messaging on Iran war

PBS NewsHour - Segments

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2026 7:19


NPR's Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join Geoff Bennett to discuss the latest political news, including President Trump's shifting deadlines and threats on Iran, questions about his messaging on the war and new polls showing his approval rating slipping amid economic concerns. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

PBS NewsHour - Politics Monday
Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on Trump's shifting messaging on Iran war

PBS NewsHour - Politics Monday

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2026 7:19


NPR's Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join Geoff Bennett to discuss the latest political news, including President Trump's shifting deadlines and threats on Iran, questions about his messaging on the war and new polls showing his approval rating slipping amid economic concerns. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

PBS NewsHour - Segments
Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on turnout for 'No Kings' protests

PBS NewsHour - Segments

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2026 10:23


NPR's Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join Amna Nawaz to discuss the latest political news, including this weekend's third "No Kings" protests, signs of trouble for the GOP ahead of the midterms, the challenges Democrats face and the ongoing DHS shutdown. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

What A Day
Gen Z Is Angsty: Here's Why

What A Day

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2026 19:53


Young voters are one of many groups that pushed Trump back into the White House in 2024. Some researchers saw this as a potentially massive realignment with game-changing implications for our politics — but one year into Trump's second term, it doesn't seem like it. Trump is 34 points underwater according to the Cook Political Report's poll aggregator. And those polls were taken before Trump launched a war with Iran, a decision most young people oppose. So what should Democrats do to reach young voters where they're at? To find out, we spoke to Florida Democratic Rep. Maxwell Frost. He's the first Gen Z member elected to Congress.And in headlines, Trump reveals Iran's so-called gift to the U.S, Cuba is struggling amidst the U.S. oil blockade, and you can make your voice heard at a No Kings event this weekend.Show Notes: Call Congress – 202-224-3121 Subscribe to the What A Day Newsletter – https://tinyurl.com/y4y2e9jy What A Day – YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@whatadaypodcast Follow us on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/crookedmedia/ For a transcript of this episode, please visit – crooked.com/whataday

Hacks on Tap with David Axelrod and Mike Murphy
The Luck of the Midterms (with Amy Walter)

Hacks on Tap with David Axelrod and Mike Murphy

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2026 67:33


Happy St. Patrick's Day, Hackeroos! This week, Axe and Heilemann are joined by one of the greatest Hacks in all the land, Amy Walter—publisher and editor-in-chief of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter. The Hacks dive into Joe Kent's resignation, unpack the Iran war and its costs at home and abroad, check in on midterm kitchen table issues, take a look at today's Illinois primary, and so much more! Photo by Christopher Dilts/Bloomberg via Getty Images Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices