The Inside Elections Podcast

Nathan Gonzales, Jacob Rubashkin and Kirk Bado of National Journal’s Hotline celebrate Thanksgiving by prescribing what Republicans, Democrats and even President Donald Trump should be thankful for in this holiday season. Jacob and Kirk also discuss good and bad recent movies while Nathan is thankful for the Seattle Seahawks star wide receiver breaking receiving records of a former congressman from Oklahoma.Twitter profiles: @nathanlgonzales @jacobrubashkin @kirk_bado @InsideElections The Inside Elections podcast analyzes congressional, presidential and gubernatorial races in a nonpartisan, data-driven, and accessible way. With a combination of reporting and data, Inside Elections brings valuable context to complex races. Go to InsideElections.com to subscribe to the bi-weekly newsletter through individual subscriptions and group packages that are tailored for association and corporate PACs.Referenced articles:Maryland 6: Trone Polls Primary Matchup Against Incumbent McClain Delaney? [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/news/article/maryland-6-trone-delaney-primary-poll Tennessee 7 Special: Democrats in Green? [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/news/article/tennessee-7-democrats-in-the-green-van-epps-behn 10 Things Losing Candidates Say [Inside Elections]https://insideelections.com/news/article/10-things-losing-candidates-say Why Cornyn is Still at Risk of Losing in Texas [Roll Call]https://rollcall.com/2025/10/20/john-cornyn-texas-senate-reelection-paxton/ The Congresswoman and the Taxpayer-funded TV ads [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/news/article/the-congresswoman-cherfilus-mccormick-the-taxpayer-funded-tv-ads 2026 House Ratings [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/ratings/house/2026-house-ratings-november-20-2025 2026 Senate Ratings [Inside Elections]https://insideelections.com/ratings/senate/2026-senate-ratings-october-22-2025 2026 Gubernatorial Ratings [Inside Elections]https://insideelections.com/ratings/governor/2025-26-gubernatorial-ratings-august-28-2025 Inside Elections merch [Dashery]https://inside-elections.dashery.com/

Nathan Gonzales, Jacob Rubashkin and Leah Askarinam of the Associated Press discuss their key takeaways from the recent elections in Virginia, New Jersey, California and New York City and talk about how the recent Senate vote to end the government shutdown could impact the 2026 midterm elections. Nathan also gives an update on the Dallas Dragons, as they make their way through the 5A Oregon High School football playoffs.aTwitter profiles: @nathanlgonzales @jacobrubashkin @leahaskarinam @InsideElections The Inside Elections podcast analyzes congressional, presidential and gubernatorial races in a nonpartisan, data-driven, and accessible way. With a combination of reporting and data, Inside Elections brings valuable context to complex races. Go to InsideElections.com to subscribe to the bi-weekly newsletter through individual subscriptions and group packages that are tailored for association and corporate PACs.Referenced articles:12 Initial Takeaways from Tuesday’s Elections [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/news/article/12-initial-takeaways-from-tuesdays-elections A Detailed Analysis of California’s (Maybe) New Congressional Map [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/news/article/a-detailed-analysis-california-redistricting-new-map-texas-gerrymandering 2026 House Ratings [Inside Elections]https://insideelections.com/ratings/house/2026-house-ratings-november-6-2025 2026 Senate Ratings [Inside Elections]https://insideelections.com/ratings/senate/2026-senate-ratings-october-22-2025 2026 Gubernatorial Ratings [Inside Elections]https://insideelections.com/ratings/governor/2025-26-gubernatorial-ratings-august-28-2025 Inside Elections merch [Dashery]https://inside-elections.dashery.com/

Nathan Gonzales, Jacob Rubashkin and Melanie Mason of Politico analyze the fate of Proposition 50 in California as Gov. Gavin Newsom and Democrats try to counter President Donald Trump and Republicans’ efforts to redistrict in GOP states nationwide. The crew also walks through more than half a dozen individual seats and current incumbents that will be impacted if voters approve the new map.Twitter profiles: @nathanlgonzales @jacobrubashkin @melmason @InsideElections The Inside Elections podcast analyzes congressional, presidential and gubernatorial races in a nonpartisan, data-driven, and accessible way. With a combination of reporting and data, Inside Elections brings valuable context to complex races. Go to InsideElections.com to subscribe to the bi-weekly newsletter through individual subscriptions and group packages that are tailored for association and corporate PACs.Referenced articles:A Detailed Analysis of California’s (Maybe) New Congressional Map [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/news/article/a-detailed-analysis-california-redistricting-new-map-texas-gerrymandering Brad Pitt and Minnesota’s 8th District [Roll Call]https://rollcall.com/2013/06/10/brad-pitt-and-minnesotas-8th-district/ 2026 House Ratings [Inside Elections]https://insideelections.com/ratings/house/2026-house-ratings-october-23-2025 2026 Senate Ratings [Inside Elections]https://insideelections.com/ratings/senate/2026-senate-ratings-october-22-2025 2026 Gubernatorial Ratings [Inside Elections]https://insideelections.com/ratings/governor/2025-26-gubernatorial-ratings-august-28-2025 Inside Elections merch [Dashery]https://inside-elections.dashery.com/

Nathan Gonzales, Jacob Rubashkin and Alex Seitz-Wald of Midcoast Villager take a deep dive into Maine with a focus on the Democratic Senate primary between Gov. Janet Mills and oysterman Graham Platner before taking on Republican Susan Collins, a look at the 2nd District battle between Democratic Rep. Jared Golden and former GOP Gov. Paul LePage, and talk about which Bush family member is running for governor. Jacob also reveals is guilty pleasure TV show featuring C-list celebrities, Alex introduces the crew to indie harp pop and Nathan considers a concert in Baltimore featuring a metal Star Wars band.Twitter profiles: @nathanlgonzales @jacobrubashkin @aseitzwald @InsideElections The Inside Elections podcast analyzes congressional, presidential and gubernatorial races in a nonpartisan, data-driven, and accessible way. With a combination of reporting and data, Inside Elections brings valuable context to complex races. Go to InsideElections.com to subscribe to the bi-weekly newsletter through individual subscriptions and group packages that are tailored for association and corporate PACs.Referenced articles:Midcoast Villager https://www.midcoastvillager.com/ Maine 2: Turning LePage on Golden? [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/news/article/maine-2-turning-lepage-on-golden 2026 Gubernatorial Ratings [Inside Elections]https://insideelections.com/ratings/governor/2025-26-gubernatorial-ratings-august-28-2025 2026 House Ratings [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/ratings/house/2026-house-ratings-october-1-2025 2026 Senate Ratings [Inside Elections]https://insideelections.com/ratings/senate/2026-senate-ratings-august-28-2025 Inside Elections merch [Dashery]https://inside-elections.dashery.com/

Nathan Gonzales, Jacob Rubashkin and Steve Kornacki of NBC News take a fresh look at the battle for the House majority with a little more than a year before the midterm elections, analyze the latest numbers in the race for governor in New Jersey this year and talk about how Steve went from covering Congress at Roll Call to covering sports for football and the Kentucky Derby for NBC Sports. The crew also discuss Jacob’s latest IMAX adventure, SEC football and Oregon high school football.Twitter profiles: @nathanlgonzales @jacobrubashkin @SteveKornacki @InsideElections The Inside Elections podcast analyzes congressional, presidential and gubernatorial races in a nonpartisan, data-driven, and accessible way. With a combination of reporting and data, Inside Elections brings valuable context to complex races. Go to InsideElections.com to subscribe to the bi-weekly newsletter through individual subscriptions and group packages that are tailored for association and corporate PACs.Referenced articles:Iowa Senate: Democrats Reach for Open Seat? [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/news/article/iowa-senate-democrats-reach-for-open-seat 2026 Gubernatorial Ratings [Inside Elections]https://insideelections.com/ratings/governor/2025-26-gubernatorial-ratings-august-28-2025 2026 House Ratings [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/ratings/house/2026-house-ratings-september-29-2025 2026 Senate Ratings [Inside Elections]https://insideelections.com/ratings/senate/2026-senate-ratings-august-28-2025 Inside Elections merch [Dashery]https://inside-elections.dashery.com/

Nathan Gonzales, Jacob Rubashkin and Abby Turner of National Journal’s Hotline analyze the key messages and strategies ahead of the two biggest races of 2025 (the New Jersey and Virginia races for governor) as Republicans try to keep up their momentum from 2024 and Democrats try to get a bump heading into 2026. Jacob also celebrates victory over the Claw game, Abby gives an initial review of The Paper, and Nathan explains his dislike for awards shows despite his favorite comedian just hosting one.Twitter profiles: @nathanlgonzales @jacobrubashkin @abbyyturner_ @InsideElections The Inside Elections podcast analyzes congressional, presidential and gubernatorial races in a nonpartisan, data-driven, and accessible way. With a combination of reporting and data, Inside Elections brings valuable context to complex races. Go to InsideElections.com to subscribe to the bi-weekly newsletter through individual subscriptions and group packages that are tailored for association and corporate PACs.Referenced articles:Ahead of November elections, Democrats stress-test affordability message [National Journal]https://www.nationaljournal.com/s/729562/ahead-of-november-elections-democrats-stress-test-affordability-message/?unlock=YYCZSP8994YC8S8U2025-26 Gubernatorial Overview: Open Seat Bonanza [Inside Elections]https://insideelections.com/news/article/2025-2026-gubernatorial-overview-august-28-2025-open-seat-bonanza 2026 House Overview: Can Redistricting Cushion Potential Fall? [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/news/article/2026-house-overview-sept.-11-2025-can-redistricting-cushion-potential-fall 2026 Gubernatorial Ratings [Inside Elections]https://insideelections.com/ratings/governor/2025-26-gubernatorial-ratings-august-28-2025 2026 House Ratings [Inside Elections]https://insideelections.com/ratings/house/2026-house-ratings-september-11-2025 2026 Senate Ratings [Inside Elections]https://insideelections.com/ratings/senate/2026-senate-ratings-august-28-2025 Inside Elections merch [Dashery]https://inside-elections.dashery.com/

Nathan Gonzales, Jacob Rubashkin and Gabby Birenbaum of The Texas Tribune break down the critical Republican primary in the Texas Senate race between Sen. John Cornyn and state Attorney General Ken Paxton and analyze the five individual House seats most affected by Republicans’ mid-decade redistricting effort encouraged by President Donald Trump.Twitter profiles: @nathanlgonzales @jacobrubashkin @birenbomb @InsideElections The Inside Elections podcast analyzes congressional, presidential and gubernatorial races in a nonpartisan, data-driven, and accessible way. With a combination of reporting and data, Inside Elections brings valuable context to complex races. Go to InsideElections.com to subscribe to the bi-weekly newsletter through individual subscriptions and group packages that are tailored for association and corporate PACs.Referenced articles:A Detailed Analysis of Texas’ New Congressional Map [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/news/article/a-detailed-analysis-of-texas-new-congressional-map How Democrats Pressured U.S. Rep. Lloyd Doggett to step aside for next generation [Texas Tribune]https://www.texastribune.org/2025/09/08/lloyd-doggett-greg-casar-texas-redistricting-retirement-democrats-aust/ 2026 House Ratings [Inside Elections]https://insideelections.com/ratings/house/2026-house-ratings-august-28-2025 Poll Finds Cornyn, Paxton in Dead Heat in Texas’ Senate GOP Primary [Texas Tribune]https://www.texastribune.org/2025/08/15/paxton-cornyn-texas-senate-poll-august-emerson/ Iowa Senate: Ernest Out, Republicans Sill Favored [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/news/article/iowa-senate-ernst-out-republicans-still-favored 2026 Senate Ratings [Inside Elections]https://manage.insideelections.com/ratings/senate/2026-senate-ratings-august-28-2025 Inside Elections merch [Dashery]https://inside-elections.dashery.com/

Nathan Gonzales, Jacob Rubashkin and Kyle Kondik of Larry Sabato’s Crystal Ball at the University of Virginia dive into the Ohio Senate race where former Democratic Sen. Sherrod Brown is challenging Republican Sen. Jon Husted, who was appointed to replace Vice President J.D. Vance, in a difficult, must-win contest for Democrats. The episode also includes Jacob’s new favorite Mexican restaurant, Kyle’s love for Rome, and Nathan’s journey in selling his old toys online.Twitter profiles: @nathanlgonzales @jacobrubashkin @kkondik @InsideElections The Inside Elections podcast analyzes congressional, presidential and gubernatorial races in a nonpartisan, data-driven, and accessible way. With a combination of reporting and data, Inside Elections brings valuable context to complex races. Go to InsideElections.com to subscribe to the bi-weekly newsletter through individual subscriptions and group packages that are tailored for association and corporate PACs.Referenced articles:Ohio Senate: Brown Decision Shifts Race Out of Solid [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/news/article/ohio-senate-sherrod-brown-decision-shifts-race-out-of-solid-jon-husted Parties Engage in Redistricting Arms Race [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/news/article/parties-engage-in-redistricting-arms-race 2026 Senate Ratings [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/ratings/senate/2026-senate-ratings-august-12-2025 How the Redistricting Fight Could Change the Bias in the House [Crystal Ball]https://centerforpolitics.org/crystalball/how-the-redistricting-fight-could-change-the-bias-in-the-house-and-other-notes-on-the-state-of-politics/ Inside Elections merch [Dashery]https://inside-elections.dashery.com/

Nathan Gonzales and Jacob Rubashkin focus on the 2026 Senate map including a deep dive into four most important states at the core of the battleground (Georgia, Maine, Michigan and North Carolina) as well as other important states to watch including Iowa, Texas, Alaska, New Hampshire and Minnesota. Jacob reveals more book recommendations while Nathan is the undisputed King of Roller Coasters at Inside Elections after his visit to Cedar Point.Twitter profiles: @nathanlgonzales @jacobrubashkin @InsideElections The Inside Elections podcast analyzes congressional, presidential and gubernatorial races in a nonpartisan, data-driven, and accessible way. With a combination of reporting and data, Inside Elections brings valuable context to complex races. Go to InsideElections.com to subscribe to the bi-weekly newsletter through individual subscriptions and group packages that are tailored for association and corporate PACs.Referenced articles:2026 Senate Race Ratings [Inside Elections]https://insideelections.com/ratings/senate/2026-senate-ratings-july-24-2025 2026 Senate Overview: Will There be More Beyond the Core Four? [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/news/article/2026-senate-overview-will-there-be-more-beyond-the-core-four Individual Senate Race Updates by State: Alabama to Kansas [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/news/article/2026-senate-overview-july-24-2025-alabama-kansas Individual Senate Race Updates by State: Kentucky to New Mexico [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/news/article/2026-senate-overview-july-24-2025-kentucky-new-mexico Individual Senate Race Updates by State: North Carolina to Wyoming [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/news/article/2026-senate-overview-july-24-2026-north-carolina-wyoming Arizona 7 Special: All in the Family [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/news/article/arizona-7-all-in-the-family-grijalva-foxx-hernandez2026 House Race Ratings [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/ratings/house/2026-house-ratings-june-30-2025 Inside Elections death metal shirts [Dashery]https://inside-elections.dashery.com/

Jacob Rubashkin and Brianne Pfannenstiel of The Des Moines Register break down the key Iowa races including Republican Senator Joni Ernst’s fight for re-election, the race for the open governorship left behind by Republican Kim Reynolds and multiple competitive House races where Republican incumbents Zach Nunn, Ashley Hinson and Mariannette Miller Meeks are all trying to hang on for another term. Twitter profiles: @jacobrubashkin @brianneDMR @InsideElections The Inside Elections podcast analyzes congressional, presidential and gubernatorial races in a nonpartisan, data-driven, and accessible way. With a combination of reporting and data, Inside Elections brings valuable context to complex races. Go to InsideElections.com to subscribe to the bi-weekly newsletter through individual subscriptions and group packages that are tailored for association and corporate PACs.Referenced articles:Zach Nunn will run for reelection to Congress, not governor [Des Moines Register]https://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/news/politics/2025/07/11/zach-nunn-to-run-for-reelection-to-congress-not-governor-trump-happy/84681457007/ Iowa 1: Third Time’s a Charm? [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/news/article/iowa-1-third-times-a-charm 2026 House Race Ratings [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/ratings/house/2026-house-ratings-june-30-2025 2026 Senate Race Ratings [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/ratings/senate/2026-senate-ratings-june-29-2025 Inside Elections death metal shirts [Dashery]https://inside-elections.dashery.com/

Nathan Gonzales and Jacob Rubashkin chat with Stuart Rothenberg about the beginnings of modern political handicapping, nonpartisan journalism, and some of his favorite moments covering elections for more than four decades. Stu is a Roll Call columnist, former CNN contributor and editor and publisher of The Rothenberg Political Report, which was the foundation for Inside Elections. Stu and Charlie Cook are the godfathers of nonpartisan election analysis in Washington and around the country.Twitter profiles: @nathanlgonzales @jacobrubashkin @StuPolitics @InsideElections The Inside Elections podcast analyzes congressional, presidential and gubernatorial races in a nonpartisan, data-driven, and accessible way. With a combination of reporting and data, Inside Elections brings valuable context to complex races. Go to InsideElections.com to subscribe to the bi-weekly newsletter through individual subscriptions and group packages that are tailored for association and corporate PACs.Referenced articles:For the thousandth time, don’t call them “push polls” [Roll Call]https://www.insideelections.com/news/article/for-the-thousandth-time-dont-call-them-push-polls Twitter Can’t Yet Predict Elections [Roll Call]https://www.insideelections.com/news/article/twitter-cant-yet-predict-elections Personal Take on Brain Injuries and Senate Bids [Roll Call]https://rollcall.com/2011/02/16/personal-take-on-brain-injuries-and-senate-bids/ Reflections on 20 years as a Roll Call columnist [Roll Call]https://www.insideelections.com/news/article/reflections-on-20-years-as-accidental-columnist Nebraska 2: Without Bacon, Are Republicans Cooked? [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/news/article/nebraska-2-without-bacon-are-republicans-cooked North Carolina Senate: Tillis Decision Creates Open Seat [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/news/article/north-carolina-senate-tillis-decision-creates-open-seat 2026 House Ratings (June 30, 2025) [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/ratings/house/2026-house-ratings-june-30-2025 2026 Senate Ratings (June 29, 2025) [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/ratings/senate/2026-senate-ratings-june-29-2025 Inside Elections t-shirts and merchandise [Dashery]https://inside-elections.dashery.com/

Nathan Gonzales and Jacob Rubashkin preview the annual women’s congressional softball game for charity with co-organizer Atalie Ebersole of the Pet Food Institute and Bridget Bowman of NBC News. It’s a wide-ranging episode that also includes Trump’s Latino support, Bruce Springsteen, Orlando Bloom, Snoop Dogg, Kendrick Lamar, Sza and an astronaut. Twitter profiles: @nathanlgonzales @jacobrubashkin @bridgetbhc @InsideElections The Inside Elections podcast analyzes congressional, presidential and gubernatorial races in a nonpartisan, data-driven, and accessible way. With a combination of reporting and data, Inside Elections brings valuable context to complex races. Go to InsideElections.com to subscribe to the bi-weekly newsletter through individual subscriptions and group packages that are tailored for association and corporate PACs.Referenced articles:Congressional Women’s Softball Game [tickets and sponsorships]https://www.congwomensoftball.org/ New Jersey Governor: Sherrill and Ciattarelli Were Born to Run [Inside Elections] https://www.insideelections.com/news/article/new-jersey-governor-sherrill-and-ciattarelli-were-born-to-run Focus groups: Latino Trump voters diverge on deportations but largely still back the president [NBC News]https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/focus-groups-latino-trump-voters-diverge-deportations-largely-still-ba-rcna213461 2026 House Ratings (June 5, 2025) [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/ratings/house/2026-house-ratings-june-5-2025 2026 Senate Ratings (June 5, 2025) [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/ratings/senate/2026-senate-ratings-june-5-2025 Inside Elections t-shirts and merchandise [Dashery]https://inside-elections.dashery.com/

Nathan Gonzales, Jacob Rubashkin, and Nathaniel Rakich (formerly of FiveThirtyEight) preview the upcoming annual congressional baseball game for charity between Republicans and Democrats and analyze the key Senate race in Iowa that could impact which party controls the Senate in 2026 and could give Democrats a star pitcher in upcoming baseball games. In addition, Jacob makes a book recommendation, Nathaniel reveals how to get into the Supreme Court, and Nathan confesses an unpopular opinion about not liking one of the country’s most popular music artists.Twitter profiles: @nathanlgonzales @jacobrubashkin @baseballot @InsideElections The Inside Elections podcast analyzes congressional, presidential and gubernatorial races in a nonpartisan, data-driven, and accessible way. With a combination of reporting and data, Inside Elections brings valuable context to complex races. Go to InsideElections.com to subscribe to the bi-weekly newsletter through individual subscriptions and group packages that are tailored for association and corporate PACs.Referenced articles:The Congressional Baseball Game is Likely Republican [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/news/article/the-congressional-baseball-game-is-likely-republican 2026 House Overview: Republicans vs. History [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/news/article/2026-house-overview-june-5-2025-republicans-vs.-history 2026 House Ratings (June 5, 2025) [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/ratings/house/2026-house-ratings-june-5-2025 2026 Senate Ratings (June 5, 2025) [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/ratings/senate/2026-senate-ratings-june-5-2025 Missouri 2: Cardinal Pitcher Adam Wainwright Recruited to Challenge Ann Wagner [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/news/article/missouri-2-cardinal-pitcher-adam-wainwright-recruited-to-challenge-ann-wagnInside Elections t-shirts and merchandise [Dashery]https://inside-elections.dashery.com/

Nathan Gonzales, Jacob Rubashkin, and Madison Fernandez of Politico analyze the upcoming race for governor in New Jersey including the Democratic and Republican primaries and the general election, which will get even more national attention this fall as one of the first opportunities for Democrats to find their way out of the political wilderness. And Madison reveals her love for musicals, Jacob talks about his new favorite podcast and Nathan is a little too excited about the new Inside Elections death metal t-shirts.Twitter profiles: @nathanlgonzales @jacobrubashkin @madfernandez616 @InsideElections The Inside Elections podcast analyzes congressional, presidential and gubernatorial races in a nonpartisan, data-driven, and accessible way. With a combination of reporting and data, Inside Elections brings valuable context to complex races. Go to InsideElections.com to subscribe to the bi-weekly newsletter through individual subscriptions and group packages that are tailored for association and corporate PACs.Referenced articles:New Jersey Governor: Garden State Gaggle [Inside Elections]https://insideelections.com/news/article/new-jersey-governor-garden-state-gaggle Trump’s chaotic economy is causing headaches for Democrats in New Jersey’s governor race [Politico]https://www.politico.com/news/2025/05/14/democrats-new-jersey-affordability-governors-race-00345971 Donald Trump takes sides in New Jersey’s GOP primary for governor [Politico]https://www.politico.com/news/2025/05/12/donald-trump-takes-sides-in-new-jerseys-gop-primary-for-governor-00343304 2026 House Race Ratings [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/ratings/house/2026-house-ratings-april-17-2025 2026 Senate Race Ratings [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/ratings/senate/2026-senate-ratings-april-23-2025 Inside Elections death metal shirts [Dashery]https://inside-elections.dashery.com/ The Pale Moonlight show May 30 [Phanton Power]https://www.phantompower.net/

Nathan Gonzales, Jacob Rubashkin, and David Wasserman of The Cook Political Report with Amy Walter analyze the handful of states where redistricting and new congressional maps could affect the fight for the House majority and take a broader look at how redistricting impacts our elections and the partisan mood of the country. Jacob also unveils a quality book recommendation, Dave reveals a hack for parents with young kids, and one of the podcast’s producers has a new band playing a show at the end of the month.Twitter profiles: @nathanlgonzales @jacobrubashkin @redistrict @InsideElections The Inside Elections podcast analyzes congressional, presidential and gubernatorial races in a nonpartisan, data-driven, and accessible way. With a combination of reporting and data, Inside Elections brings valuable context to complex races. Go to InsideElections.com to subscribe to the bi-weekly newsletter through individual subscriptions and group packages that are tailored for association and corporate PACs.Referenced articles:House Redistricting Status Update [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/news/article/house-redistricting-status-update 2026 House Race Ratings [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/ratings/house/2026-house-ratings-april-17-2025 2026 Senate Race Ratings [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/ratings/senate/2026-senate-ratings-april-23-2025 David Wasserman Chosen as Carnegie Fellow [The Cook Political Report]https://www.cookpolitical.com/analysis/press/cook-political-reports-david-wasserman-honored-2024-carnegie-fellow The Pale Moonlight - A Tale Too Terrible to Tell [YouTube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OCfGyemMzB4 The Pale Moonlight show May 30 [Phanton Power]https://www.phantompower.net/ Sweet Inside Elections t-shirts and merch [Dashery]https://inside-elections.dashery.com/

Nathan Gonzales, Jacob Rubashkin, and Adam Levy of the BBC analyze the impact of tariffs, immigration and President Donald Trump’s economic agenda in local economies in key states including Ohio and Florida ahead of the midterm elections and discuss how U.S. election coverage has changed over the years and how it’s different to domestic and foreign audiences. There’s also robust conversation of IMAX movie experiences, ramps, and the Canadian pop punk scene.Twitter profiles: @nathanlgonzales @jacobrubashkin @adamplevy @InsideElections The Inside Elections podcast analyzes congressional, presidential and gubernatorial races in a nonpartisan, data-driven, and accessible way. With a combination of reporting and data, Inside Elections brings valuable context to complex races. Go to InsideElections.com to subscribe to the bi-weekly newsletter through individual subscriptions and group packages that are tailored for association and corporate PACs.Referenced articles:It’s time for age limits for members of Congress [ Roll Call]https://rollcall.com/2025/04/22/age-limits-member-congress-constitution/ Illinois Senate: Durbin’s Retirement Sets Up Crowded Democratic Primary [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/news/article/illinois-senate-durbins-retirement-sets-up-crowded-democratic-primary Small shop owners will struggle to carry tariff costs, businessman warns [BBC]https://www.bbc.com/news/live/c4g2l654dket?post=asset%3Ab2495963-22c4-4762-abcb-d4f08ce4e1a5#post 2026 Senate Overview: Open-minded about Outcomes [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/news/article/2026-senate-overview-april-17-2025-open-minded-about-outcomes 2026 House Ratings [Inside Elections]https://insideelections.com/ratings/house/2026-house-ratings-april-17-20252026 Senate Ratings [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/ratings/senate/2026-senate-ratings-april-23-2025 Sweet Inside Elections t-shirts and merch [Dashery]https://inside-elections.dashery.com/

Nathan Gonzales, Jacob Rubashkin, and Laura Weiss of Punchbowl News analyze how President Donald Trump’s tariffs and the uncertainty of the economy and stock market affect his relationship with Republicans on Capitol Hill and how it could threaten Republicans’ majority in the House and the Senate in next year’s midterm elections. Also, Jacob brings Nathan up to speed on the difference between the Jack Reacher books, TV show and movies and Nathan returns to the scene of the Republican National Convention, but this time for a gaming convention.Twitter profiles: @nathanlgonzales @jacobrubashkin @lauraeweiss16 @InsideElections The Inside Elections podcast analyzes congressional, presidential and gubernatorial races in a nonpartisan, data-driven, and accessible way. With a combination of reporting and data, Inside Elections brings valuable context to complex races. Go to InsideElections.com to subscribe to the bi-weekly newsletter through individual subscriptions and group packages that are tailored for association and corporate PACs.Referenced articles:Trump's tariff policies complicate Republicans' turnout dilemma [Roll Call]https://rollcall.com/2025/04/09/trump-tariffs-republican-turnout-midterms/ Special Elections Confirm Changed Political Environment [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/news/article/special-elections-confirm-changed-political-environment 2026 Senate Race Ratings [Inside Elections]https://insideelections.com/ratings/senate/2026-senate-ratings-february-20-2025 2026 House Race Ratings [Inside Elections]https://insideelections.com/ratings/house/2026-house-ratings-march-7-2025 Senate Dems push back as GOP agenda moves forward [Punchbowl]https://punchbowl.news/article/senate/schumer-senate-dems-push-back-on-republican-agenda/

Jacob Rubashkin and Erin Covey talk through the potential for a Democratic upset in the special election for Florida's 6th District, as well as what we'll learn from the outcome there and in Florida's 1st District. The episode also touches on upcoming special elections in Texas' 18th District and Arizona's 7th District.Twitter profiles: @jacobrubashkin @ercovey @InsideElections The Inside Elections podcast analyzes congressional, presidential and gubernatorial races in a nonpartisan, data-driven, and accessible way. With a combination of reporting and data, Inside Elections brings valuable context to complex races. Go to InsideElections.com to subscribe to the bi-weekly newsletter through individual subscriptions and group packages that are tailored for association and corporate PACs. Referenced articles: Dems Take a Special Election Seat in Pennsylvania That Republicans Thought Was Safe [NOTUS] https://www.notus.org/2026-election/dems-special-election-seat-pennsylvania Florida Special Elections Come Into Focus [Inside Elections] https://www.insideelections.com/news/article/florida-special-elections-come-into-focus

Nathan Gonzales, Jacob Rubashkin, and James Downs of National Journal’s Hotline analyze the fight for the House majority, the 10 key Toss-up races, and some potential surprise races in places that haven’t been competitive for years. The episode also includes Jacob’s recent purchase of a political plate, James’s journey to find a political button and Nathan discovers a musical that’s been around for more than half a century. Twitter profiles: @nathanlgonzales @jacobrubashkin @jamesd0wns @InsideElections The Inside Elections podcast analyzes congressional, presidential and gubernatorial races in a nonpartisan, data-driven, and accessible way. With a combination of reporting and data, Inside Elections brings valuable context to complex races. Go to InsideElections.com to subscribe to the bi-weekly newsletter through individual subscriptions and group packages that are tailored for association and corporate PACs.Referenced articles:2026 House Ratings (March 7, 2025) [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/ratings/house/2026-house-ratings-march-7-2025 2026 House Overview: The Fight of the Cycle [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/news/article/2026-house-overview-march-7-2025-the-fight-of-the-cycle Initial 2026 House race ratings show more Republicans in toss-up seats [Roll Call]https://rollcall.com/2025/03/10/house-midterm-elections-race-ratings/

Nathan Gonzales, Jacob Rubashkin, and Briana Bierschbach of the Minnesota Star-Tribune analyze the fight for the Minnesota Senate seat left behind by retiring Democratic Sen. Tina Smith, talk about whether DFL Gov. Tim Walz will seek a historic third term and look ahead to who might run for Rep. Angie Craig’s competitive seat if she decides to run statewide. The episode also includes plenty of pro wrestling references along with Jacob’s early reviews of White Lotus Season 3, Nathan’s Austin barbecue recommendation, and Briana’s tips on getting babies to fall asleep.Twitter profiles: @nathanlgonzales @jacobrubashkin @JessicaTaylor @InsideElections The Inside Elections podcast analyzes congressional, presidential and gubernatorial races in a nonpartisan, data-driven, and accessible way. With a combination of reporting and data, Inside Elections brings valuable context to complex races. Go to InsideElections.com to subscribe to the bi-weekly newsletter through individual subscriptions and group packages that are tailored for association and corporate PACs.Referenced articles:Minnesota Senate: Smith Decision Creates Open Seat [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/news/article/minnesota-senate-smith-decision-creates-open-seat Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan announces run for U.S. Senate, Rep. Ilhan Omar considering [Star-Tribune]https://www.startribune.com/minnesota-lt-gov-peggy-flanagan-announces-run-for-us-senate/601221717 2026 Senate Ratings (February 20, 2025) [Inside Elections]https://www.insideelections.com/ratings/senate/2026-senate-ratings-february-20-2025