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The Breakdown

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2026 United States Midterm Elections
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JD Vance

The Lincoln Project's "The Breakdown" is a weekly political commentary show hosted by Rick Wilson and Maya May. The show features analysis of current events, interviews with political figures, and commentary on the 2020 presidential election and the Trump administration.The show's hosts are both experienced political operatives and commentators. Wilson is a Republican strategist who has worked for... more

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David Corn
Mother Jones Washington bureau chief, journalist, and author of “How Russia Won”
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Episode: Trump's Election Interference BACKFIRES?
Ari Berman
Mother Jones national voting rights correspondent and author
Mother Jones
Episode: Trump's Election Interference BACKFIRES?
Pete Dominick
Comedian and radio broadcaster who hosts a daily podcast
Episode: Trump's Already Making Excuses for a Midterm DISASTER!
Matt Booker
Political analyst at Change Research and contributor to The Down Ballot
Change Research
Episode: The Polls Look Good. The REAL Midterm Numbers Look Even Better
Olga Lautman
Writer covering Russia, Ukraine and disinformation for Unmasking Russia
Unmasking Russia
Episode: Trump Moves Past Betraying Ukraine to Aiding Russia
Charlie Sykes
Political commentator and journalist
Episode: The Shocking Campaign Move That Could Cost Trump the Midterms
Rob Sand
Iowa gubernatorial candidate, lifelong hunter and angler.
Episode: Trump’s Golden Cheesecake Factory Is Paid For With Your Public Lands
Maria Comstock
Host of The State of Your Feed, a short daily news and headlines show
The Lincoln Project
Episode: October 29, 2026 | Hosts: Maya & Rick Wilson
Dean Vandell
Canadian political commentator and Substack writer
Substack
Episode: Vance's Shell Company Investigated, Bibi's "Stolen" Vote, Melania’s Ceasefire

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Rick Wilson
Co-host of The Breakdown; Republican strategist with broad campaign experience; frequent political commentator
Maya May
Co-host of The Breakdown; political commentator and Lincoln Project contributor

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 137 ratings
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    Please, please, please tell us what podcast is which instead of just listing it as Rick Wilson!! It is frustrating to try to find a margin of error podcast and where I can find it on Substack

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jdinid2011
    United States17 days ago
  • Please please adjust your sound

    In order to hear Rick, Maya’s volume is excruciating. Hard to take.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    xxxfor_Petes_sake
    United Statesa month ago
  • Five stars for Jim Acosta

    Very good episode with Judge Luttig.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    xxxfor_Petes_sake
    United States2 months ago
  • Really?

    We are talking about the reflecting pool? The reflecting pool? This is what’s important? Good god. We are lost. Please focus. FOCUS!!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Insomniac in London
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Please, no more Take your Baby to Work podcasts.

    Love kids but can’t take the background noise. You can’t be serious.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    xxxfor_Petes_sake
    United States5 months ago

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#180
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#134
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#141
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#145
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Will Voters Dump the Trump Economy?
Q: Why is it happening?
Wolfers says women's employment gains are connected to the growth of healthcare and other service industries, where women have historically made up a larger share of workers. He contrasts that growth with the decline of manufacturing jobs.
Will Voters Dump the Trump Economy?
Q: How exactly is the economy faring and what's your sense as an economist, of course, of how it might shape different voters' decisions?
Wolfers says the economy is growing overall, but workers receive a historically low share of income, prices have outpaced wages, and consumer sentiment is exceptionally weak. He says the picture depends on which economic measures and groups are considered.
The Epstein Problem That Could Cost Trump the Midterms
Q: So probably by the time this broadcast will be seven days out, give me your call in the House and the Senate. What are your numbers? What are you thinking?
Scaramucci predicts Democrats will gain about 15 House seats and expects the result to be narrow. He expresses uncertainty about the Senate and concern about election machinery and turnout.
The Epstein Problem That Could Cost Trump the Midterms
Q: Do you expect that there will be another wipeout after this election, where Trump will blame everyone around him, or he's just been waiting for this moment?
Scaramucci says Pete Hegseth is in trouble and predicts possible Republican support for impeaching him, while describing broader instability in the administration.
Vance's Shell Company Investigated, Bibi's "Stolen" Vote, Melania’s Ceasefire
Q: Explain that to me, because that is a really big part of the story involving the Rockbridge Network, which is a Vance-connected network.
Vandell describes Rockbridge as a Wyoming-based political network linked to JD Vance and says Brazilian authorities are investigating allegations of U.S. financing and social-media activity intended to influence Brazil's election.

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A sharp, trendsetting political commentary show focused on current events, governance, and U.S. political dynamics. Conversations mix heated debates between hosts with incisive interviews of politicians, journalists, and policy experts, often critiquing the Trump era, evaluating democracy, and unpacking media narratives. Notable strengths include a candid, opinionated tone, steady cadence of guests across politics and media, and a willingness to tackle controversial topics with rigorous, insider context that helps listeners understand power structures and policy implications. The format suits listeners who value brisk analysis, behind-the-scenes insights, and a willingness to challenge mainstream narratives while staying grounded in current... more

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