2026 Midterm Battles: Dissecting The 6 Toss-Up States

As Election Day gets closer, CRC Advisors Senior Vice President and host of The 10 Minute Drill podcast, Matt Whitlock, highlights major toss-up races to watch and their fascinating storylines. He deep-dives into Michigan’s heated Senate race, analyzing Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed’s response to reported terror group connections and unanswered questions on Iran. He also looks at key dynamics in Maine, Iowa, and Texas, and how late-breaking economic and foreign policy shocks could alter the outcome in the final stretch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As "Medicare for All" has become a growing debate on the campaign trail, orthopedic surgeon Dr. Joseph Peus and emergency medicine physician Dr. Stephanie Widmer analyze what a government-run healthcare system would actually look like for American patients. They describe the real-world consequences, including skyrocketing wait times, administrative gridlock, falling reimbursement rates, and the growing burden on emergency rooms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Following high-profile sexual assault allegations at Cornell University involving fraternity life and substance abuse, questions over higher education institutions and their safety policies are coming under fire. Independent educational consultant and crisis management expert Hanna Stotland describes the complexities of campus sexual misconduct investigations and the role of drugs and alcohol in these cases. She shares advice for parents navigating safety and communication with college-aged students. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With less than a month to go until the 2026 midterm elections, The Story with Martha MacCallum dives into Michigan's major Senate race. Martha sat down with both Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed and Republican candidate Mike Rogers in high-stakes conversations about their campaigns.  Both candidates explain their views on key policy issues shaping the election, including foreign policy and the war in Iran, cost-of-living relief, and healthcare reform. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why are gas prices soaring even when overall economic numbers look strong? Fox Business White House Correspondent Edward Lawrence unpacks the real story behind the U.S. economy, rising mortgage rates, and why polling remains low while consumer spending stays high. He explains why part of the surge stems from the Strait of Hormuz closure choking off oil supplies and whether oil prices could rapidly drop once the shipping bottleneck resolves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

UK Media Correspondent and Royal Reporter Neil Sean examines the explosive new revelations and mounting controversies surrounding Earl Spencer’s new biography, Swan Song, Diana, My Sister. Neil digs deep into the claims surrounding King Charles’s alleged reaction to Princess Diana’s tragic death in 1997, Buckingham Palace’s rare public response, and how these accusations threaten to deepen existing rifts between Prince William, Prince Harry, and the Royal Family. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the heels of a busy week for U.S. foreign policy, Chinese President Xi Jinping arrives in Washington for high stakes talks with President Trump. Senior Advisor at American Global Strategies Dr. Michael Pillsbury overviews what Beijing really wants from the meeting. He analyzes the November trade truce deadlines, rising Taiwan military patrols, and China’s aggressive blueprint to influence American AI technology. Dr. Pillsbury also explains what a true victory looks like for the U.S. in this pivotal moment.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Washington Post columnist and former presidential speechwriter Marc Thiessen analyzes major foreign policy moves made by the Trump administration and key national security wins. He explains the strategic impact of President Trump’s recent UN address, highlighting major developments regarding NATO, Greenland, and the ongoing race for AI dominance over China. Marc also discusses how current foreign conflicts and high gas prices could shape voter sentiments in the upcoming Midterm Elections. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As American test scores plummet, traditional systems continue to lower graduation standards. CEO of the Center for Education Reform and author of The Education Avengers Jeanne Allen shares inspiring stories of everyday innovators building alternative programs for struggling students. She also breaks down the funding hurdles surrounding school choice and highlights the cultural shift needed to restore excellence to American education. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With under 50 days until the Midterm Elections, Capitol Hill is facing a sudden, coordinated push for Artificial Intelligence regulation and safeguards. Senior Vice President of CRC Advisors and host of the 10-Minute Drill podcast Matt Whitlock analyzes the growing debate surrounding AI "doomerism" and whether passing rushed regulations could handicap American innovation while China moves full-speed ahead. Matt examines the latest polling data, President Trump’s campaign push in key battleground districts, and the impact of key endorsements in Senate races. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices