Serious political junkies jump right into predicting the next ballot. Listen in as Lissa Druss and Thom Serafin trespass on 2026. We invited Axios Chicago's Justin Kaufmann back to debate the shifting tides for the 5th floor of Chicago's City Hall, the governor's mansion, and a very critical U.S. Senate seat.

During this episode of the Crisis Cast, we examine what might be the tipping point for Mayor Brandon Johnson. Plus, what's the next move for Senator Dick Durbin, and who will step up to prioritize public safety?