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What GOP Insiders Are Privately Saying about the Midterms

Oct 5, 2026 · 46m

Summary

Tara Palmeri and Mark Caputo analyze the dire outlook for the Republican Party ahead of the midterms, citing a "craptastic" mood among GOP operatives at the recent convention. They discuss how rising fuel prices, economic instability, and Trump's declining approval ratings are driving voter disillusionment, particularly in key states like Texas, Florida, and Iowa. The conversation also covers the potential for a Democratic House takeover, the risks of impeachment, and the impact of aggressive immigration enforcement on swing communities.

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