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Lutheran minister Sarah Trone Garriott was one of several Democrats who won in midterm elections after speaking openly about her Christian faith. She shares more about the role of faith in her politics and the growing visibility of religious Democrats.Then, Latino voters helped propel Democrats to victory in midterm elections after President Trump made significant gains with the group in 2024. Here & Now’s Peter O'Dowd reports from Arizona, where Latino voters make up about a quarter of the electorate.And, Democrats are poised to take control of Congress, but Trump still has veto power. Virginia Democratic Sen. Tim Kaine explains what Democrats can realistically accomplish.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) discusses the midterm election results and the wave of economic populist candidates who won in Texas, Michigan, Montana and Wisconsin. Then, Democrats' midterm victories suggest a shift in the electorate. What do exit polls reveal about the voters and issues driving the results? We talk with Kyle Kondik, managing editor of Sabato's Crystal Ball at the University of Virginia Center for Politics, about the election's key takeaways. And, voters made it loud and clear that healthcare was one of their top priorities this midterm election. Romero Turner of Kirkland, Washington, can appreciate why, as he juggles the cost of his own cancer remission. He joins us to share his story, and two experts weigh in on solutions going forward in a divided government.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

Democrats are set to control Congress when newly elected lawmakers are sworn in on Jan. 3. NPR's Claudia Grisales talks about the latest midterm election results. Then, the Democrats' victory is putting the party in a stronger position to challenge President Trump's agenda. We speak with Maryland Democratic Rep. Jamie Raskin about the election results and the party's priorities. And, Republicans are assessing their losses in the midterm elections and what comes next for the party. We speak with Wisconsin Republican Sen. Ron Johnson about the results and what he's hearing from fellow Republicans.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

The U.S. military launched strikes on Iranian targets near the Strait of Hormuz on Monday. Security analyst Jim Walsh discusses the possibility of further escalation. Then, weeks of flooding have damaged at least 500 homes across Navajo Nation, leaving some communities without road access, electricity or running water. We speak with Jaynie Parrish, executive director of Arizona Native Vote, about how the flooding is affecting voters on Election Day. And, political campaign texts are flooding Americans' phones, sometimes even reaching people who aren't the intended recipients. Wired's Dhruv Mehrotra explains his investigation into the data brokers and tactics behind the messages. Plus, Election Day can bring anxiety about everything from the results to how the outcome could affect jobs, healthcare and relationships. Clinical psychologist Debra Kissen shares ways to manage election-related stress.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

Early voting numbers show large turnout among Black voters, young people and other groups that typically support Democrats. Meanwhile, opinion polls show Democrats winning enough seats to take control of the House, while control of the Senate remains up for grabs. We hear more from NPR's Stephen Fowler, who is traveling the country. Then, a political earthquake went off in Michigan on Sunday after Democratic Rep. Haley Stevens withdrew her endorsement of Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed and backed Republican Mike Rogers. Detroit Free Press' M.L. Elrick talks about what it means for the race. And, President Trump's Justice Department on Monday asked the Supreme Court to force California to set aside thousands of disputed ballots. We speak with Barbara McQuade, a law professor at the University of Michigan. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

Election officials at the state and local levels have been focusing on safeguarding security at the polls and election offices. But they're also thinking about their own personal security and the security of their staffs. We speak with two election officials: Derek Bowens, director of elections in Durham County, North Carolina, and Janice Winfrey, Detroit city clerk. Then, an election law expert games out what could happen if the congressional elections are contested and not certified by Jan. 3, when the new congressional term begins. We ask Ned Foley, a constitutional law professor and director of the election law program at Ohio State University.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

Midterm elections are just days away, and Democrats in Arizona are trying to flip at least two congressional seats there. Here & Now’s Peter O’Dowd checks in from a key battleground in the Democrats’ fight to regain Congress.Then, President Trump and other Republicans are facing backlash over comments they made about Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed. Bishara Bahbah, founder of Arab-Americans for Trump, which changed it's name to Arab-Americans for Peace last year, shares why he’s feeling disenfranchised.And, Dolores Huerta, a celebrated labor leader and civil rights activist, died on Wednesday at age 96. Luis Valdez, longtime friend and collaborator of Huerta’s, remembers her.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

Tuesday's midterm elections are the most expensive in U.S. history, according to the firm AdImpact. Much of the money is coming from megadonors and industries connected to artificial intelligence, cryptocurrency and lobbying groups promoting Israel. We speak with Brendan Glavin from Open Secrets, an independent nonprofit that tracks money in American politics. Then, Dr. Jennifer Shuford is resigning as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's deputy director and chief medical officer just four months after President Trump appointed her to help steady the agency. Dr. Demetre Daskalakis, the CDC's former top immunization official, tells us more. And, we talk with costume experts McKenna Kelly and Perse Brunell-Lestrange of The Costumer in upstate New York about their work creating and selling costumes, what they wear for Halloween, and what you can do to create your best costume this year.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

With midterms looming, President Trump campaigned in Iowa for a number of Republican candidates for tight House, Senate and governor seats. Iowa has been reliably red, but some longtime Republican and Independent voters say they’re turning toward Democrats over dissatisfaction with Trump and the state of the economy.And, in a speech during one of Trump’s campaign stops he touted a $15 billion steel mill designed to bolster Iowa’s economy. Still, with Iowa’s job growth lagging behind the national average, many voters are anxious about the future of the job market. Here & Now’s Chris Bentley reports from Iowa.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

With the midterms approaching, Here & Now's Peter O'Dowd visits Southern Arizona to speak with ranchers who live along the border. We hear from rancher John Ladd about why he supports the construction of a new double wall along his property. We also hear why rancher Ross Humphries is against the construction of a new double wall along his property.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy