What’s really happening in Texas politics—and what do the numbers tell us?

In this explosive episode, Ryan breaks down the data, timelines, and political impact behind one of the most shocking stories in the country: the allegations surrounding Congressman Tony Gonzalez and the tragic death of a staffer. From early reporting to newly surfaced evidence—including thousands of text messages—this episode walks through what’s known, what’s alleged, and what it could mean for the race.

But that’s just the beginning.

CurrentRevolt.com's Tony Ortiz also dives into the Texas primary landscape, where razor-thin margins and major endorsements could decide everything:

How close Gonzalez already came to losing—and why this scandal could change everything

The numbers behind Brandon Herrera’s surge and what it signals for outsider candidates

Why Dan Crenshaw may be facing his toughest challenge yet

The messy, headline-grabbing controversies surrounding Mayra Flores

A high-stakes Senate battle featuring John Cornyn, Ken Paxton, and Wesley Hunt

Plus, on the Democrat side:

The fundraising surge and strategy behind Jasmine Crockett

Why some Democrats think James Talarico is the bigger general election threat

What voter turnout trends in Texas reveal about where this race is heading

This episode connects the dots between scandal, strategy, and polling reality—giving you a clear-eyed look at the numbers shaping one of the most unpredictable political battlegrounds in America.

👉 If you want to understand where Texas—and national politics—may be headed next, this is a must-listen.

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On this episode of The Tudor Dixon Podcast, Tudor sits down with former RNC Finance Chairman and entrepreneur Todd Ricketts to discuss a growing concern in the digital age: media bias and information suppression.

Ricketts shares the inspiration behind FreeSpoke, a new search engine designed to surface multiple perspectives and give users a clearer, more balanced view of the news. From claims of algorithmic bias at major tech platforms to the challenge of finding trustworthy information, this conversation dives deep into how Americans consume news—and what’s at stake if access to information is limited.

They also explore how FreeSpoke’s AI-powered tools, podcast transcription capabilities, and election portal aim to empower users to make informed decisions, especially heading into a critical midterm election cycle.

Plus, Tudor and Ricketts break down:

• The role of Big Tech in shaping political narratives

• Why Americans are losing trust in traditional search engines

• How FreeSpoke aggregates left, right, and center perspectives

• The intersection of media, politics, and the 2026 midterms

• Economic messaging, voter sentiment, and what could decide the next election

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With the 2026 midterm elections approaching, the biggest question facing Republicans is clear: can they win without Donald Trump on the ballot?

In this in-depth conversation, Lisa is joined veteran strategist John McLaughlin breaks down the critical turnout gap shaping recent elections, why Democrats may currently hold a slight advantage, and what Republicans must do now to rebuild the coalition that powered victories in 2016 and 2024.

From the importance of Trump-era issue alignment—including immigration, tax cuts, and working-class economic policy—to the danger of voter drop-off in 2025 races, this episode dives into the data, the strategy, and the stakes.

We also explore:

• Why Trump voters aren’t turning out at the same levels—and how to fix it

• The 80% issues Republicans may be failing to capitalize on, like voter ID and border security

• How Democratic policies on taxes, spending, and immigration could reshape the midterms

• The growing disconnect between economic data and voter perception

• Why messaging—and where voters get their information—may decide the election

• Early insights into the 2028 Democratic primary battle, including Kamala Harris, Gavin Newsom, and the rising progressive wing

Plus: What history—from the 2002 and 2010 elections—can teach us about defying midterm trends, and whether Republicans are making the same mistakes all over again.

👉 Bottom line: It’s not about personality—it’s about issues, turnout, and communication. And right now, both parties are fighting to define all three.

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