Morning Wire Election Day Sees Blue Rebound | 11.5.25
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Nov 5, 2025 
Cabot Phillips, a senior editor at Daily Wire, breaks down the surprising Democratic victories in key states, notably New York and Virginia, and their implications for future elections. Tim Pierce discusses the rising leftward trend within the Democratic Party and how voters are prioritizing loyalty over controversies. Amanda Prestigiacomo reports on the ongoing government shutdown, highlighting its negative effects on air travel and SNAP benefits, raising concerns about the upcoming months for impacted Americans.
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Democrats' Turnout Fueled Big Wins
- Democratic turnout and enthusiasm produced decisive wins in major blue states and cities overnight.
- High urban turnout amplified progressive candidates and reshaped statewide outcomes.
Use Opponent's Extremes As Campaign Weapon
- Republicans may use Zoran Mamdani as a national foil in 2026 campaign messaging.
- Expect GOP strategists to highlight his unpopular policies in future ads outside New York.
Virginia Shifted Blue Across Counties
- Every county in Virginia shifted more Democratic compared to 2024, signaling broad geographic movement.
- Democrats ran up margins in populous suburban counties while Republicans lagged in rural turnout.