What early voting numbers tell us about the midterms
Summary
This episode examines the final hours of the 2024 midterm elections, focusing on voter anger over affordability and the impact of Haley Stevens' last-minute endorsement of a Republican in the Michigan Senate race. NPR reporter Stephen Fowler discusses competitive races in Iowa, Texas, and Maine, while former federal prosecutor Barbara McQuaid analyzes the Trump administration's legal efforts to challenge voter rolls in California.
Topics discussed
Intro: Voter anger and Michigan Senate race preview
Stephen Fowler on Haley Stevens' last-minute endorsement
Why Iowa's Senate and House races are competitive
Analysis of close races in Texas and Maine
Voter sentiment: Affordability and anger at leadership
Trump's rally locations and disconnect with voter concerns
Transition to Detroit Free Press perspective on Michigan
M.L. Elric on the fallout of Stevens' primary loss
Do Michigan voters care about the Stevens controversy?
Debbie Dingell claims the endorsement backfired
Predictions for massive turnout in Michigan
Preview: Legal challenges to election results
Supreme Court review of California ballot dispute
Errors in the DOJ's list of potential non-citizens
Speculation on DOJ motives and missing data
Potential post-election legal challenges and audits
Threats to election officials and final concerns
Outro and show credits
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