
Next Up with Mark Halperin
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Why Talarico Is Losing Texas in the Home Stretch Former Democratic Political Strategist Evan Barker believes Democrats have neglected rural Texans in the midterm elections, and are underestimating their distaste for a candidate like James Talarico. Barker shares her findings on Democratic advertising in rural areas and how it will impact voter turnout.
Next Up with Mark Halperin187,353 views • 9 days ago

Why My GOP Sources Are Gaining Confidence Ahead of Election Day Mark Halperin raises the possibility that Democratic turnout could look dramatically different from current midterm expectations. Despite tight races and narrow margins, Mark says his Republican sources remain confident they can ultimately secure a victory.
Next Up with Mark Halperin75,307 views • 4 days ago

Why the GOP’s “Unenforced Errors” are Helping Democrats. Joe Cunningham explains how “unenforced errors” by the Republican Party are helping the Democrats leading up to the midterms. Cunningham also lays out why Dr. Annie Andrews is making a serious play to flip South Carolina Blue.
Next Up with Mark Halperin58,911 views • 18 days ago

Fmr. Kellogg's CEO: Trump Runs the White House Like a Corporation Former Commerce Secretary and Kellogg’s CEO Carlos Gutierrez believes the Trump administration is the most business-oriented leadership Americans have seen in decades. Gutierrez argues President Trump has set a new precedent for what presidents are capable of doing for the country.
Next Up with Mark Halperin19,219 views • 7 days ago

Tucker Carlson: How to Honor Charlie Kirk's Memory Tucker Carlson shares what he believes is the most important way to honor Charlie Kirk: listen to other people, even when you disagree. He argues that refusing to hear others creates division and dehumanizes —and says Charlie was committed to doing the opposite. Watch and subscribe NOW:
Next Up with Mark Halperin115,930 views • 1 month ago

Just yesterday, Charlie Kirk said this: "We're a violent country, it's not a good thing... we need more prisoners, and we need more prisons. And until we're willing to swallow that pill and say that, we're gonna keep on having situations like this happen... where you don't know if you're gonna be getting on a subway and if you'll get home, or whether something's gonna happen to you." Watch: Mark Halperin and Charlie Kirk's full discussion on crime in America, from yesterday's Next Up with Mark Halperin:
Next Up with Mark Halperin581,304 views • 1 year ago

Are Americans Done with Trump’s Messaging? Mark Halperin and Katie Pavlich discuss frustrations within the Republican Party over President Trump’s repetitive messaging ahead of the midterms. Pavlich argues that GOP leaders need to find their own legs to stand on while the President deals with big picture global issues that benefit the country.
Next Up with Mark Halperin24,806 views • 13 days ago

How has Israel changed in the 25 years since 9/11? Victor Davis Hanson breaks down how Israel’s security environment and approach to terrorism have evolved — and the events that have challenged assumptions about the country’s defenses. Watch and subscribe NOW:
Next Up with Mark Halperin85,738 views • 1 month ago

The Major Advantages the GOP has Heading Into the Midterms Republicans advantages, includes a significant cash edge, opposition research, strong fundraising and a surge of money from tech, AI and crypto. But Mark Halperin warns that even those advantages could be overwhelmed by a Democratic wave. Watch and subscribe NOW:
Next Up with Mark Halperin83,988 views • 1 month ago

The new grim forecast for the GOP's midterm hopes. Charlie Cook’s latest forecast puts Democrats in position to take control of both chambers of Congress, with Republicans facing potentially steep House and Senate losses. Mark Halperin explains what has changed—and why the shift isn’t because Democrats have suddenly gotten stronger. Watch and Subscribe NOW:
Next Up with Mark Halperin84,862 views • 1 month ago

Was Katie Zacharia Properly Vetted for Press Secretary? Katie Pavlich argues newly appointed White House Press Secretary Katie Zacharia was not properly vetted for the position, pointing to the fact that she lied about her law standing. Pavlich adds that if President Trump believes in her and she can explain her background more clearly, Zacharia could still save her job.
Next Up with Mark Halperin27,413 views • 17 days ago

Why Susan Collins is on Pace to Win Maine Again Steve Robinson argues Susan Collins will “indisputably” win Maine’s Senate seat thanks to the Democrats and Troy Jackson feeding right into her strategy. Robinson credits Collins’ campaign for successfully casting Jackson as someone with a temper after last week’s heated debate exchange, where he told her to “shut up.”
Next Up with Mark Halperin19,615 views • 12 days ago

Why Trump Will Be Blamed for a GOP Wipeout. Mark Halperin reveals the blame game already brewing among Republicans as the reality of a “Blue Tsunami” grows closer. From affordability to late campaign spending, some within the GOP are pointing at Donald J. Trump.
Next Up with Mark Halperin27,463 views • 19 days ago

Did NGOs Steal Money for the Lewiston Mass Shooting Aftermath? Steve Robinson questions where the money raised in the aftermath of the Lewiston Mass Shooting actually went. Robinson reports that a foundation connected to Democrats gave these donations to Somali NGOs who never did anything for the survivors or victims’ families.
Next Up with Mark Halperin14,879 views • 12 days ago

.Emma Morris on the 2026 midterms: “People are nervous… Iowa comes to mind… where Republicans should be a lock and they're not. They're spending a lot of money.” Morris joins Mark Halperin to discuss why Texas may be more competitive than Republicans expect, pointing to James Talarico’s candidacy and concerns about Ken Paxton. Watch and subscribe NOW:
Next Up with Mark Halperin33,159 views • 1 month ago