The David Pakman Show
2/14/24: Santos' seat flipped, Republicans impeach Mayorkas
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Quick takeaways
- The recent victory of Democrat Tom Suozzi in a special election raises the possibility of a blue wave in the 2024 elections and a potential shift in control of the House.
- Donald Trump endorses his daughter-in-law, Lara Trump, for the position of Republican National Committee (RNC) co-chair, aiming to ensure complete loyalty to his cause and prioritize his re-election.
Deep dives
Democratic win in special election sparks discussions of blue wave in 2024
The recent victory of Democrat Tom Swosie in a special election has ignited talk of a potential blue wave in the 2024 elections. The seat, formerly held by Republican George Santos, flipped from red to blue, signaling a potential shift in control of the House. Some analysts believe that if even a fraction of the districts experience a similar shift, Republicans could lose control of the House in November. This shift is attributed to disillusionment with the Republican party and its policies, particularly in the wake of Roe v. Wade's repeal. Despite this optimistic outlook, some caution that the special election may simply reflect a return to the district's previous left-leaning status, and it may not be indicative of the overall November results. Nonetheless, the outcome has left Republicans, including Donald Trump, worried and panicking.
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