U.S. Midterm Politics, Russia Policy, and the Federal Government in Focus

With control of Congress at stake, the program examines shifting midterm races and the political debates shaping them. Interviews and a panel discussion address U.S. policy toward Russia and Ukraine, federal workforce changes, and First Amendment protections.

■ Midterm campaigns and Michigan
- Abdul El-Sayed discusses his Senate campaign, healthcare proposals, and past comments; the panel reviews race forecasts and election concerns.
■ Russia, Ukraine, and presidential power
- Senator Tom Tillis responds to the administration’s Russia policy, sanctions, and questions about executive authority.
■ Federal workforce and civil liberties
- Author Michael Lewis discusses federal job cuts and civil service roles; a segment considers current First Amendment debates.
■ Election issues
- The panel discusses immigration enforcement, affordability, foreign policy, and factors voters may weigh.

For viewers following U.S. politics, the interviews offer perspectives on the issues and arguments in play. Consider comparing the guests’ claims with additional reporting and reviewing the candidates’ positions before forming a view.