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Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz discuss the political landscape leading into the 2026 midterm elections, focusing on key Senate races and party dynamics.

Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz are back together on Normally to break down a packed political landscape heading into the 2026 midterm elections. They start with the races that could determine control of the Senate, including Florida, Michigan, Texas, Georgia, North Carolina and New Hampshire. Is the Democratic Party moving too far left for voters — or could Republicans still find a way to sabotage their advantage?

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