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How many Senate seats are in reach for Dems?

Oct 9, 2026 · 11m

Summary

Hosts Anna Palmer and Jake Sherman discuss the shifting Senate race landscape, noting that Democrats are increasingly bullish on securing 52 seats with key battlegrounds like Ohio, Iowa, and Texas trending their way. The episode also covers Speaker Mike Johnson’s tour of Iowa to support Republican House candidates in three competitive districts. Finally, the hosts preview the upcoming appropriations fights, highlighting key House Democrats who will challenge the administration on spending and oversight if their party takes control of the chamber.

Topics discussed

Sponsor: Home Depot Carpet Promotion Show Introduction and Headlines Recap of California Tech Summit Senate Race Landscape and Polling Campaign Spending and Ad Wars Iowa House Races and GOP Tour House Appropriations and Future Conflicts
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