Posted December 19, 2024 at 10:58am

Politics never sleeps! While 2024 was a campaign year to be remembered, there really is no such thing as an off-year election. Roll Call Campaigns Analyst Nathan L. Gonzales looks to next year for the top political stories, including ongoing retirement watches for several members, recruitment efforts and important gubernatorial races all happening in 2025.

Show Notes:

• GOP senators on 2026 ballot walk a fine line on Trump loyalty 
• Don’t count out Roy Cooper in 2026
• More former members of Congress win election for lower office this year
• Rep. Suzan DelBene will continue as DCCC chair for 2026
• Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy draws primary challenge from former Hill colleague
• Trump’s second administration set to be filled with losers
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