Michael Tackett

Michael Tackett, Deputy Bureau Chief of the Associated Press and author of 'The Price of Power,' and Melissa Burke, Washington Bureau Chief of the Detroit News, join to discuss key political dynamics. Tackett delves into Mitch McConnell's rise and the evolving Republican Party, while Burke focuses on Michigan's competitive election landscape. They emphasize the significance of the Arab-American and student votes in shaping these outcomes. The conversation reveals the intricacies of voter mobilization and the parties' strategies to engage diverse communities.

Michael Tackett, a journalist and author known for his work on Mitch McConnell's biography, dives into the senator's complex legacy as he steps back from Republican leadership. They discuss McConnell’s extensive career, his humorous take on critics, and how he shaped the party's current ideology. Tackett highlights the stark transformation of the Republican Party from Reagan’s time to today's landscape, influenced heavily by Trump. The conversation wraps up with speculation on McConnell's future role and the potential successors navigating party dynamics.