Why California's Election System Is Broken

Why California's Election System Is Broken

Author: Jim Geraghty & Greg Corombos – Political Humor Commentary June 3, 2026 Duration: 30:31
Join Jim and Greg for the Wednesday 3 Martini Lunch as they break down California’s chaotic election process, billions in newly uncovered Obamacare and Medicaid fraud, Jill Biden’s latest delusional take on the 2024 election, and a bizarre twist in Alaska’s Senate race.

First, Jim and Greg complain about California's inefficent vote counting. We are still waiting for results in the governor's race involving Xavier Becerra, Steve Hilton, and Tom Steyer, and the Los Angeles mayor's primary with Karen Bass, Spencer Pratt, and Nithya Raman. They also discuss disappointing results in other contests. 

Next, they dig into a new report revealing an estimated $25 billion in fraudulent Obamacare subsidy payments, along with additional Medicaid fraud uncovered in Ohio. How widespread is government healthcare fraud across the country?

Then, they react to former First Lady Jill Biden’s claim that Joe Biden would have defeated President Trump in 2024 had he remained in the race. Jim and Greg strongly dispute that and wonder whether the Bidens will ever face reality.

Finally, they focus on Alaska, where Sen. Dan Sullivan may have to share the ballot with another candidate named Dan Sullivan in the August primary. Is it a legitimate campaign or an attempt to create voter confusion? Greg and Jim also rip Alaska's convoluted voting system.

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Each day can feel like a barrage of headlines, a chaotic mix of the serious and the absurd. That’s where 3 Martini Lunch-Political Humor & Commentary comes in. Hosts Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos have built a following by sorting through the noise with a specific, effective ritual. They serve up the day’s events in three distinct parts they call "martinis": one for the genuinely good news, another for the frustratingly bad, and a final one reserved for the utterly crazy stories that defy belief. What you’ll hear in this podcast is a conversation that feels like sitting with two well-informed friends who aren’t afraid to be sharp, witty, or blunt. They analyze politics and culture with a perspective that cuts through partisan talking points, aiming for clarity and, often, a much-needed laugh. The pace is brisk and designed for a commute or a lunch break, but the commentary is substantial. Tuning into this podcast means getting a digest of what matters, framed with humor and insight that makes the whirlwind of news actually digestible. It’s a daily check-in that manages to be both smart and consistently entertaining, providing a structured way to understand the world without losing your sanity in the process.
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