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The battle for control of Washington is heating up!

With the 2026 Midterm Elections quickly approaching, Democrats are looking to make a comeback while Republicans are fighting to hold onto their power in Congress. But which party currently has the advantage—and which races could ultimately determine who controls Capitol Hill?

On Episode 658 of The Arrington Gavin Show, Arrington welcomes Dr. Eric Claville, Political/Legal Analyst, for an in-depth conversation breaking down the political landscape heading toward November.

We’ll discuss the battle for the U.S. House and Senate, President Trump’s impact on the midterms, the issues motivating voters, the role of independents and swing voters, key races to watch, and our predictions for how Election Night could unfold.

🔵 Could Democrats be headed for a blue comeback?
🔴 Can Republicans show red resilience and hold their ground?
🗳️ Which party has the momentum right now?

Plus, we’ll examine what a change—or continuation—of congressional control could mean for the final two years of President Trump’s term.

BLUE COMEBACK OR RED RESILIENCE? The 2026 Midterm Battle begins now!

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Stephen A. Smith is firing back — and he’s not holding back.

The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) recently gave Stephen A. Smith its “Thumbs Down” recognition, criticizing what the organization described as a pattern of disparaging commentary toward prominent Black women. Stephen A. strongly rejected that characterization, calling the accusation a “flat out lie.”

Tonight on The Arrington Gavin Show, we break down the controversy and ask the bigger questions: Has Stephen A. Smith crossed the line with his criticism of Black women, or is he being unfairly attacked for simply giving his opinions? Is there a difference between criticizing public figures like Kamala Harris and Michelle Obama and disrespecting Black women as a whole? And should Black commentators be expected to approach criticism of Black public figures differently?

Plus, we’ll examine whether NABJ’s criticism was justified — or whether the organization may have gone too far.

🔥 EP. 655: “FLAT OUT LIE!” STEPHEN A. SMITH FIRES BACK AT NABJ

Join the conversation and tell us where YOU stand!

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On this episode of The Arrington Gavin Show, Arrington sits down with (D) Angela Wynn, Democratic nominee for Tennessee State Senate District 13, for a fair, pressing, and substantive conversation about why she believes voters should send her to Nashville.

Wynn discusses what inspired her to run, her vision for District 13, and the challenges facing families across Rutherford County and Tennessee. We get into public education, healthcare and Medicaid expansion, maternal health, public safety, affordability, rapid growth and infrastructure, reproductive rights, gun policy, and political redistricting.

We also tackle the political reality of her campaign: Can a Democrat win over Republicans and independents in a heavily Republican state? Where is Wynn willing to break with her own party? And if elected to a Republican-controlled legislature, how would she work across the aisle to actually deliver results?

No campaign-commercial answers—just a conversation about the issues, the differences, and why Angela Wynn believes she's the right choice for Tennessee's 13th Senate District.

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The race for Chesapeake City School Board is crowded, competitive, and important. With 13 candidates seeking five seats, voters have some big decisions to make about who should help shape the future of Chesapeake Public Schools.

Tonight, The Arrington Gavin Show welcomes special guest (D) Jeremiah Harrell, candidate for Chesapeake City School Board and one of the five Democratic-endorsed candidates in the race.

Harrell brings more than two decades of law-enforcement experience to his campaign and says school safety, supporting teachers and staff, student success, parental involvement, accountability, and responsible leadership are among his priorities.

But what would those priorities look like in practice?

We sit down with Harrell for a fair, pressing, and substantive conversation about school safety, student discipline, teacher recruitment and retention, academics, special education, parental involvement, school funding, Chesapeake's continued growth, the district's new superintendent, and the role politics should—or shouldn't—play in public education.

We also ask the question voters ultimately have to answer:

With 13 candidates on the ballot, why should Chesapeake voters use one of their five votes on Jeremiah Harrell?

It's local government. It's public education. And it's a conversation Chesapeake voters deserve to hear.

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The race for Chesapeake City Council is heating up—and this year, voters have plenty of choices. 15 candidates are competing for just five seats, including five Democratic-endorsed candidates, five Republican-endorsed candidates, and five Independents.

Tonight, Arrington Gavin sits down with Dr. Janelle St. Louis, one of the five Democratic-endorsed candidates seeking a seat on Chesapeake City Council.

We discuss why she's running, her vision for Chesapeake, and where she stands on some of the biggest issues residents are talking about—including data centers, rapid development, traffic and infrastructure, flooding and drainage, affordable housing, public safety, taxes, government transparency, and protecting Chesapeake's quality of life as the city continues to grow.

Local government matters, and with five seats on the line, Chesapeake voters have an important decision to make.

Can Dr. Janelle St. Louis convince voters that she's one of the five people who should help lead Chesapeake forward?

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A viral NFL debate has football fans going back and forth after former All-Pro running back LeSean “Shady” McCoy argued that Antonio Brown was a better wide receiver than the legendary Jerry Rice. But is that simply a hot take—or is there a legitimate argument when comparing both players at their absolute peak?

On tonight’s episode of The Arrington Gavin Show, we break down prime Antonio Brown vs. prime Jerry Rice. We’ll compare their numbers, route running, hands, explosiveness, consistency, competition, eras of football, postseason performances, and overall impact on the game.

Jerry Rice owns a résumé that has made him the overwhelming choice for the greatest wide receiver in NFL history. But during his incredible run in Pittsburgh, Antonio Brown put together one of the most dominant stretches we've ever seen from an NFL receiver.

So the question is: If you forget career longevity and focus strictly on each player in his PRIME, could Antonio Brown actually have been the more dominant receiver?

🔥 Tonight’s Debate:

• Was LeSean McCoy right about Antonio Brown?
• Prime AB vs. Prime Jerry Rice
• Who was the better pure wide receiver?
• How much should different NFL eras matter?
• Does peak dominance outweigh longevity?
• Is Jerry Rice still unquestionably the WR GOAT?
• And where does Antonio Brown rank among the greatest receivers ever?

🏈 AB vs. Rice. Peak vs. legacy. Talent vs. accomplishments.

Who are YOU taking in their prime?

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What does the future of public education look like in Hampton, Virginia—and has the city made enough progress?

On this episode of The Arrington Gavin Show, we're joined by Dr. Richard Mason (D), Chairman of the Hampton City School Board, who is seeking another term after first being elected in 2018.

With years of experience on the board, Dr. Mason has been part of Hampton City Schools' successes as well as the difficult decisions that come with leading a public-school division. We'll discuss his record, what he believes Hampton is getting right, where there's still room for improvement, and why he believes voters should give him another opportunity to serve.

We'll talk about:

📚 Student achievement and academic performance

🎓 Graduation rates and college/career readiness

👩‍🏫 Teacher recruitment, retention and compensation

🏫 School safety, discipline and student behavior

🧠 Student mental health and support services

💰 School funding and taxpayer accountability

🛠️ The Academies of Hampton and workforce preparation

🤖 AI, technology and the changing classroom

👨‍👩‍👧 The role of parents in student success

🗳️ Plus, why Dr. Mason is seeking another term

And we'll lighten things up with a fun rapid-fire round covering music, movies, sports, politics and more!

It's a balanced conversation about leadership, progress, accountability and what's next for Hampton's students.

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The 2027 Pro Football Hall of Fame class could be absolutely loaded, setting up some difficult decisions for voters. 🏈🏆

On this episode of The Arrington Gavin Show, we debate which NFL legends deserve to walk straight into Canton and which ones may have to wait. Rob Gronkowski, Adrian Peterson and Ben Roethlisberger headline the first-year eligible candidates, while names like Bill Belichick, Terrell Suggs, Frank Gore, Eli Manning and Jason Witten could also factor into the conversation.

Who is a FIRST-BALLOT LOCK? Who has the strongest résumé? And with so many deserving candidates, which NFL legend could be left waiting?

🔥 FIRST BALLOT OR MAKE THEM WAIT?

Join the debate and let us know who YOU would put in the 2027 Pro Football Hall of Fame Class!

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Tonight on The Arrington Gavin Show, we turn our attention to the future of Newport News, Virginia, as voters prepare to decide who they want representing them at City Hall.

Joining Arrington is Devon Hamilton (LP), candidate for Newport News City Council representing the South District. Hamilton is seeking the seat currently held by Councilman John Eley and has received the endorsement of the Virginia Peninsula Libertarian Party.

We’ll have a fair, balanced, and candid conversation about Hamilton’s vision for Newport News and tackle some of the real challenges facing the city—including public safety, affordable housing, economic development, infrastructure, taxes and city spending, opportunities for young people, neighborhood revitalization, and government accountability.

We’ll also ask what Libertarian principles would look like at the local level, where Hamilton believes the current City Council is getting things right—and where he believes a different approach is needed.

And because we can’t talk politics the entire time, we’re stepping into the squared circle for some professional wrestling rapid-fire questions! 👊🏽🔥

🗳️ Whether you're supporting Devon Hamilton, another candidate, or you're still undecided, this conversation is about giving voters an opportunity to hear directly from the candidate and make their own decision.

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Mental health is something we all have—but why is it still so difficult for so many people to talk about?

On this episode of The Arrington Gavin Show, Arrington sits down with special guest Dr. Tiffinee Yancy, Licensed Professional Counselor and founder of Virtual Peace of Mind, for an open and thought-provoking conversation about mental health, healing, relationships, trauma, stress, and the importance of asking for help.

We discuss why people often suffer in silence, the stigma surrounding therapy, the pressure to always appear "strong," how our past can influence our present, and whether today's fast-paced, social-media-driven world is making it harder to truly find peace.

We also tackle some bigger questions: Are we actually healing—or simply learning how to cope? Can you be successful on the outside while struggling on the inside? And when does being "strong" become unhealthy?

It's an honest conversation about breaking stigmas, protecting your peace, and understanding that taking care of your mental health should be just as normal as taking care of your physical health.

Special Guest: Dr. Tiffinee Yancy

Licensed Professional Counselor | Founder, Virtual Peace of Mind

Ep. 647 | BREAKING THE STIGMA: AN HONEST CONVERSATION ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH

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