Pod Save America 2026's Biggest Questions
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Jan 11, 2026 Jon Favreau and Alex Wagner dive into pivotal questions that could shape the political landscape leading to 2026. They tackle the potential fallout of Supreme Court decisions on voting rights and the economic perceptions influencing midterm voters. The duo investigates who Democrats might target for investigations if they reclaim power, and explores the implications of Stephen Miller's immigration agenda. They also discuss Gavin Newsom's prospects for the presidency and how America's 250th anniversary could impact political messaging.
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House Investigations Face Legal And Political Limits
- When Democrats retake the House they'll face choices between investigations, subpoenas, and political spectacle.
- Subpoenas yield documents that matter more than theatrical hearings, but enforcement may stall against a defiant administration.
Economy Views Will Decide Swing Voters
- Voter impressions of the economy harden in the months before midterms and drive turnout.
- Winning swing Trump districts means convincing Trump 2024 voters who feel betrayed about economic management.
Supreme Court Rulings Could Shift The Midterm Map
- The Supreme Court's tariff and agency decisions could reshape policy and politics this year.
- Court rulings plus possible White House end-runs will strongly influence economic messaging ahead of elections.
