Perino on Politics

With just two weeks until the Midterm Elections, voters continue to express frustration over the economy, giving Democrats a potential advantage as Republicans fight to hold onto Congress. Bruce Mehlman, founder of Mehlman Consulting and author of The Age of Disruption Substack, examines the latest polling, the challenges facing rural voters, and what a potential shift in congressional control could mean for a lame-duck congressional session.

Uphill Battle: Bruce and Dana look ahead to 2028, including the potential Republican and Democratic contenders and the political forces that could shape the next presidential race.

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With 22 days until Election Day, will Republicans maintain control of the House and Senate? Dana speaks with longtime Republican operative and former Senate Leadership Fund president Steven Law to analyze low GOP voter enthusiasm, key battleground races, and massive campaign ad spending.

Uphill Battle: Following the midterms, Dana and Steven discuss how potential candidates could set the stage for the 2028 Presidential Election.

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With control of the Senate hanging in the balance, Republicans face crucial warning signs across key 2026 battlegrounds. Senior Vice President of CRC Advisors and host of the 10-Minute Drill podcast, Matt Whitlock, examines essential Senate races in Texas, Maine, and Minnesota. They also explore President Trump's defensive campaign strategy and early 2028 presidential maneuvers.
Uphill Battle: Dana and Matt discuss why state-level court fights could rewrite the political map for years to come.

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With roughly 35 days until the midterm elections, Dana is joined by Don “Stew” Stewart, founder of The Stewart Group. They look back at the 2006 Midterm Elections for clues about today’s political landscape, from massive Super PAC spending and presidential travel to shifting generic ballot numbers.

Plus, they weigh in on the razor-thin races taking shape in key states like Texas and Michigan.

Uphill Battle: Stew and Dana examine how AI data centers and energy costs are shifting voter sentiment nationwide.

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President Trump is juggling foreign policy, the midterms, and a high-profile meeting with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani as he heads to the Empire State for the UN General Assembly. Guest host Colin Reed is joined by White House Reporter for The Wall Street Journal, Annie Linskey, for a look at the political challenges ahead.

Uphill Battle: Colin and Annie examine the growing impact of AI on the national stage.

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With just 50 days until the Midterm Elections, the fight for control comes down to razor-thin margins in swing races. Dana sits down with former RNC Chairman and former White House Chief of Staff, Reince Priebus, to dissect how Republicans plan to turn out presidential voters in off-year elections.

Uphill Battle: They unpack the political fallout surrounding artificial intelligence regulations, local data center backlashes, and critical looming votes on Capitol Hill.

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When America came under attack on September 11th, 2001, presidential leadership was tested like never before, with history on the line. 25 years later, Dana reunites with former Bush White House insiders Dan Bartlett, Eric Draper, John McConnell, Jeanie Mamo, and Nina Bishop to reveal what really happened behind closed doors.

From the chaotic White House evacuation to President Bush's iconic Ground Zero bullhorn speech, the team shares unscripted moments of resilience and resolve.

Never Forget: The team shares what they've found themselves thinking about in the lead-up to this 25th anniversary, and what should never be forgotten.

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Dana catches up with long-time friend and Axios co-founder Mike Allen to examine the nation's shifting political landscape as the countdown continues to the 2026 midterms. They discuss rising public backlash over AI data centers, internal battles facing House Democrats, and an early look at how the 2028 presidential race is shaping up. Mike also shares behind-the-scenes memories from covering Dana during her time in the Bush White House.

Book Club: Plus, Mike outlines actionable productivity strategies from his new book, Simplify: Do 50% More with 50% Less, to help you cut through modern noise and streamline your schedule.

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School choice is at the center of a growing national debate over the future of K-12 education. Former Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin discusses his new national effort, Empowering America’s Parents, and the push to expand education freedom tax credits and scholarships to millions of families. Governor Youngkin explains why he believes parents should have more control over their children’s education, and points to success stories in hopes of expanding the school choice movement.

Uphill Battle: Governor Youngkin weighs in on the challenges facing public schools, including declining enrollment and the growing demand for career and technical education.

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With less than 3 months until Election Day, who actually has the edge in the battle for control of Congress?

Dana is joined by former Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy to assess the state of the midterms as both parties prepare for the final stretch. Speaker McCarthy explains Republicans’ challenges with voter enthusiasm, the increasingly competitive races in Texas and Ohio, and how the Democratic Party’s progressive wing could reshape key contests across the country. 

Uphill Battle: Dana and the Speaker look at how Artificial Intelligence and the growing backlash over data centers could become the next major political battleground.

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