Morning Wire Election Wire: What's Next?
Nov 20, 2022
The podcast dives into the surprising election results, where Democrats unexpectedly held onto key Senate seats. It highlights the stakes of the upcoming Georgia runoff, crucial for Senate control. The implications of Republican leadership in the House under Kevin McCarthy are discussed, along with potential bipartisan collaboration. Poll accuracy is thoroughly analyzed, revealing how misleading data impacted voter sentiments, especially among Republicans. Lastly, the effect of early voting on turnout and competitive races in key states is examined.
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Senate Control
- Democrats retained Senate control, winning crucial races in Pennsylvania, Nevada, and Arizona.
- Pennsylvania's Senate race was the most expensive nationwide.
Georgia Runoff Implications
- The Georgia Senate runoff on December 6th will decide if Democrats reach 51 seats.
- Historically, Republicans perform well in Georgia runoffs, but 2020 was an exception.
Slim House Majority
- Republicans secured a slim House majority, barely reaching the 218 seats needed.
- This narrow margin necessitates complete agreement among Republicans to pass legislation.