586. Trump’s Midterms Disaster: What Happens Next?

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Wednesday, 4 November 2026 - 1 hour 14 minutes

Why did Trump concede defeat so quickly and pledge to work with Democrats, and what does this mean for the final two years of his presidency, including his influence on the world stage? Was this a cost of living election defeat for Trump more than an outpouring of love for the Democrats, and will MAGA’s ‘America First’ worldview persist anyway? After the most highly funded election in American history, could there finally be bipartisan support for tackling the influence of extreme wealth and corruption in US politics?

Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more.

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