The Erick Erickson Show The Erick Erickson Show

S15 EP184: Hour 2 - Why Ken Paxton May Cost Republicans the Senate

Oct 13, 2026 · 36m

Summary

Erick Erickson analyzes the 2024 midterms, arguing that Republican panic over Senate races in Ohio, Nebraska, and Kansas signals likely GOP losses. He criticizes Democratic candidates for openly advocating the abolition of ICE and impeachment, while blaming the Ken Paxson scandal for jeopardizing the Texas Senate seat. The episode features an interview with Georgia gubernatorial candidate Rick Jackson, who discusses his plans for affordability, mental health, and education. Erickson also highlights the security risks of the Internet of Things and reacts to the backlash against Trump's SNL a…

Topics discussed

Sponsor: Stamps.com Sponsor: GameTime App Show Introduction and Housekeeping Personal Update: Anniversary and Catfish Dinner GOP Election Outlook: Senate and House Concerns Democratic Candidates: Rhetoric on ICE and Impeachment Analysis of Democratic Stances on Border and Law Texas Senate Race: Ken Paxson Scandals and Impact Ohio Senate Race: Ramaswamy vs. Brown Sponsor: Stamps.com Opinion: Dangers of Internet of Things and Smart Appliances Sponsor: Incogni Privacy Service Interview: Rick Jackson on Safety and Keisha Bottoms Interview: Rick Jackson on Affordability and Data Centers Interview: Rick Jackson on Business and Entrepreneurship Interview: Rick Jackson on Mental Health and Homelessness Interview: Rick Jackson on Education and Reading Interview: Rick Jackson on Campaign Fatigue and Background Sponsor: Vision Computer Preview: Shane Gillis SNL Outrage and Ohio Voter Clip Sponsor: American Financing Sponsor: Found Banking
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