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How Prop 50 and Governor’s Race Are Shaping Early Midterm Projections

How Prop 50 and Governor’s Race Are Shaping Early Midterm Projections

We look at how redistricting is shaking out in races across the state. And we examine whether Democrats have gained an edge nationally as new polling shows voters souring on Trump’s immigration and economic agenda, but concerns about election interference mount.

KQED's Forum

January 29, 202654m 45s

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Show Notes

The 2026 midterm elections may be in November, but they’re top of mind for California voters who will elect a new governor this year and who passed Proposition 50 last fall – redrawing congressional districts to favor Democrats in their bid to retake the House. We look at how redistricting is shaking out in races across the state. And we examine whether Democrats have gained an edge nationally as new polling shows voters souring on Trump’s immigration and economic agenda, but concerns about election interference mount. What races are you watching?


Guests:

Guy Marzorati, correspondent, KQED's California Politics and Government Desk

Erin Covey, editor, U.S. House of Representatives coverage for The Cook Political Report

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