Senate map scenarios and Jeffries on the road
Summary
Hosts Jake Sherman and Max Cohen analyze the final week of the 2026 election, focusing on Hakeem Jeffries’ aggressive campaign strategy and the competitive outlook for House seats like Alabama’s second district. They explore various Senate scenarios, ranging from a 50-50 split to a potential Democratic blue wave, while noting the impact of redistricting and voter turnout. The episode also covers the high-stakes Arizona Senate race between Juan Siskomani and Joanna Mendoza, and the personal rivalry between Mike Lawler and Hakeem Jeffries in New York.
Topics discussed
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Intro and Washington headlines
Hakeem Jeffries' final week and Alabama race
Senate scenarios: The 50-50 split
Blue wave potential and Schumer's role
Republican nightmare: Polling errors
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Juan Siskimani's fight in Arizona
Lawler vs. Jeffries: NY-11 race
Outro and subscription call
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