Special elections
Discover key takeaways from 14 podcast episodes about this topic.

WH: Trump DOING IRAN WAR For 'YOUNG PEOPLE' As Economy Flounders
The hosts argue that the Trump administration's Iran war, framed as a measure for young people's safety, is actually devastating the youth economy, tanking Trump's approval, and driving a significant political realignment.

Tim Miller: The GOP’s Florida Problem Is Real
Despite recent Republican dominance, new data and election results suggest Florida is unexpectedly back in play for Democrats, signaling a potential broader blue wave.

Dave Smith MAULS Adam Sosnick!! Iran Keeps TROLLING Trump. Hegseth Goes PSYCHO!!
The Young Turks expose the Trump administration's chaotic foreign policy in Iran and Cuba, declining public support, and the absurdity of its domestic political maneuvers, all while Democrats gain ground in local elections.

Newsom FLIPS On Israel 'Apartheid' As Dems FLEE AIPAC
Gavin Newsom and Cory Booker, prominent Democrats, have strategically shifted their stances on AIPAC donations and Israel's 'apartheid' designation, reflecting a changing political landscape and the increasing toxicity of traditional pro-Israel lobbying.

HOT TOPICS | The System Is Collapsing Under Donald Trump!
Don Lemon asserts that the American system is collapsing under Donald Trump's leadership, citing a weakening economy, significant Republican electoral losses, a chaotic war effort, and alleged personal corruption fueled by filtered intelligence.

The war is suddenly much more dangerous as gas prices explode
As the US-Iran conflict escalates with growing calls for ground troops, gas prices surge, and critical intelligence warnings are dismissed, raising questions about the administration's competence and true war objectives.

Texas Votes: Crockett vs. Talarico! How MAGA Will Texas Go?
Texas primary results reveal a pragmatic Democratic electorate favoring electability and a fractured Republican base, setting the stage for a potentially competitive Senate race and highlighting the perils of 'accommodating' MAGA.

Trump gets NIGHTMARE news in surprise development
A recent Texas special election revealed a significant and unexpected swing of Latino voters back towards Democrats, challenging Republican inroads and signaling potential shifts for the upcoming general election.

Is 2026 Turning Into a Blue Wave? (w/ Bill Kristol) | The Bulwark Podcast
Bill Kristol and Tim Miller analyze recent political shifts, arguing that Democrats are gaining momentum by aggressively challenging MAGA's 'grievance culture' and framing Trump's policies as a betrayal of the working class.

BREAKING: EXPLOSIVE revelation from Epstein files STUNS ALL
Newly released Epstein files contradict DOJ claims of no co-conspirators, a Texas special election signals a major Republican vulnerability, and a journalist's arrest sparks debate on press freedom and political weaponization.

Epstein BOMBSHELL Reveals DISASTER For Trump
The hosts dissect the latest Epstein file revelations, expose Trump's brazen financial corruption with foreign entities, and analyze the implications of federal overreach in immigration and press freedom, alongside a surprising Democratic special election win in Texas.

PBS News Hour full episode, Feb. 2, 2026
This episode unpacks the political and legal fallout from newly released Epstein files, the limited reopening of the Rafah crossing in Gaza, a former hostage's harrowing account, and the politicization of the Kennedy Center, alongside other critical national and international headlines.

New Epstein Files Star Trump, Musk, Gates, Lutnick + More w/ Brace Belden | MR Live
Newly released Epstein files reveal extensive, non-partisan connections among powerful figures including Donald Trump, Elon Musk, Bill Gates, and Howard Lutnik, exposing a network of influence and potential blackmail that challenges conventional political narratives.

FIVE-ALARM FIRE: Trump gets NIGHTMARE news
A recent special election in Texas, where a Democrat flipped a district Trump won by 17 points, signals a significant and alarming shift for the Republican Party, especially concerning Latino and independent voters.