Election Results Analysis: What They Reveal About the 2026 Midterms with Kyle Kondik

BEST OF - National Correspondent Rory O’Neill reports on the government shutdown’s ripple effects as the FAA orders a 10% air traffic reduction causing widespread flight cancelations, plus President Trump’s Oval Office announcement on obesity drugs. Nancy Pelosi announces her retirement from Congress—White House Correspondent Jon Decker discusses her legacy and Trump’s reaction. Also, October layoffs hit a 22-year high while Americans gear up to spend $1 trillion on holiday shopping for the first time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Senior Reporter Mike Lillis from The Hill breaks down today’s Senate vote on the government shutdown, what’s driving the negotiations behind the scenes, and whether lawmakers are any closer to reaching a deal that could reopen the government.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TOP STORIES - Miami International and Fort Lauderdale are among 40 major U.S. airports facing flight reductions tied to the government shutdown, with Tampa International potentially losing up to 60 flights a day. A new poll shows Florida’s Latino voters unhappy with President Trump’s handling of the economy and immigration. Plus, a fire breaks out at Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra’s home, Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings launches his campaign for governor, and Duke Energy customers are set to see lower bills next year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Elections Analyst and Managing Editor of Sabato’s Crystal Ball Kyle Kondik breaks down what this week’s election results signal for the 2026 midterms, including key voter trends, turnout shifts, and which party may have the momentum heading into the next big race.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TRENDING - A UPS cargo jet that crashed in Kentucky was reportedly part of an “aging fleet” deemed unsafe for passenger use. Plus, the D.C. sandwich shop worker accused of assaulting a federal agent is found not guilty, The White House adds a sign pointing to the Oval Office—prompting a wave of online mockery. Sunny Hostin calls out Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene after her friendly appearance on The View, and a man collapses during President Trump’s event on obesity drugs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BEST OF - Ryan explains why he agrees with Steve Bannon’s interpretation of Tuesday’s election results as the government shutdown continues. National Correspondent Rory O’Neill reports on President Trump’s call to kill the filibuster to end the standoff, and White House Correspondent Jon Decker shares his firsthand account from the Supreme Court as justices heard arguments on Trump’s tariff policy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ABC News Chief Washington Correspondent Jonathan Karl discusses his new book Retribution: Donald Trump and the Campaign That Changed AmericaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TOP STORIES - A Seminole woman told her husband, “I need to sacrifice and kill you both” in a chilling affidavit after allegedly trying to kill him. Investigators say a St. Pete woman fabricated a home invasion using an AI-generated photo, raising new concerns about technology and false reports. Plus, Florida's law allowing pregnant women to use accessible parking spots creates controversy, Pasco County schools outline AI rules for students, and 32 sex offenders were arrested in a Polk County Halloween operation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Investors have just 30 days to submit redevelopment proposals for the Tropicana Field site, while Tampa’s Rocky Point project gains momentum and Tampa General Hospital explores a major new development in Ybor City. Tampa Bay Business Journal Editor At Large Ashley Kritzer joins us to break down the region’s biggest business and real estate stories.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TRENDING - The Louvre faces more scrutiny as we learn more about one of the thieves. Parents rush to pull children from New York City schools following Zohran Mamdani’s election win. Sean “Diddy” Combs has been transferred to a lower-security prison and claims President Trump will pardon him next year. Plus, Sunny Hostin reacts to California’s Prop 50 vote, and two baby boys with the same name were born at a Brandon hospital last week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.