Mark Halperin Breaks Down the Blue Surge...With a Caveat on Gavin Newsom

Michael sits down with political analyst Mark Halperin the morning after a pivotal Election Day. They unpack the surprising demographic shifts in Virginia and New Jersey, the widening gender gap among young voters, and what the results mean for both parties heading into 2026 and beyond. From Trump’s influence to Gavin Newsom’s rising profile, this episode dives deep into how the political landscape is reshaping in real time. Original air date 5 November 2025. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.