This year, the 2026 midterm elections will decide which party controls Congress, and whether Republicans can hold on to every lever of influence in Washington.
Annie Karni and Shane Goldmacher, who cover politics, discuss the opportunities and perils for both parties.
Guest:
- Annie Karni, a congressional correspondent at The New York Times.
- Shane Goldmacher, a national political correspondent for The New York Times.
Background reading:
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