Next Up with Mark Halperin New Details on Biden Decline Cover Up, Final Mamdani NYC Election Forecast, Plus: Ro Khanna 2028?
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Oct 30, 2025 
Ro Khanna, a progressive Congressman from California, discusses the economic challenges faced by working-class voters and hints at his ambitions for 2028. He advocates for extending SNAP benefits and highlights the need for a fresh political approach. Meanwhile, Alex Seitz-Wald talks about the importance of local journalism in holding power accountable, detailing the rise of candidates like Graham Plowman in Maine and the significance of community-focused news initiatives. Together, they explore how local narratives shape the broader political landscape.
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Harris Avoids Direct Frailty Admission
- Kamala Harris deflects questions about Biden's frailty and emphasizes campaign context and schedule.
- Harris says she never doubted his capacity to be president but had concerns about enduring a campaign.
Spokesperson's Limited Contact Contradicts Defense
- Ian Sams publicly said he saw the president as 'sharp' despite testifying he interacted infrequently.
- Halperin highlights the contradiction between public defense and limited firsthand contact.
Senior Officials Urged Biden To Reconsider
- Jeff Zients testified senior officials including Blinken and Sullivan advised Biden to consider exiting the race after the debate.
- Halperin stresses that senior cabinet doubts should have merited much wider coverage and accountability.
