From Washington: Will the President’s Midterm Push Pay Off for the GOP?

From Washington: Will the President’s Midterm Push Pay Off for the GOP?

Author: FOX News Radio September 13, 2026 Duration: 31:10
With a narrow House majority up for grabs in the midterms, states and lawmakers across the country are navigating high-stakes legislative battles and shifting campaign tactics. Fox News Chief Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram joins to discuss President Trump's proposed $5,000 "dividend" for voters, the fiscal fallout of rising national deficits and tariff policies, and upcoming Congressional votes over cryptocurrency, college sports reform, AM radio mandates, and AI regulation.Plus, retired Navy Commander Kirk Lippold joins to discuss the ongoing threat of global terrorism and state-sponsored adversaries on the anniversary of 9/11, reflecting on his firsthand experience at the CIA during the 2001 attacks, the U.S. response to Iran and China, and the lasting legacy of American service members. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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