Somehow, ruby red Kansas might just decide to send a Democrat to the Senate this year. How is this even happening? The panel takes a close look at the ever-expanding battleground map and critical issues in key races.
Clip: Why the map of battleground states is shifting in surprising ways
Oct. 09, 2026 AT 10:01 p.m. EDT
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Clip: Trump’s policies put Republicans on the defensive
Every state has its own preoccupations this election season, but diesel fuel, gas prices, data centers and corruption seem to be undergirding issues. The panel discusses how Trump’s policies and popularity are affecting the battle for control of Congress.
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