The Alex Pretti Election

Key Points:

• Election Day coverage will begin at 7:00 p.m. EST with Tim, Sarah, and JVL on multiple platforms, followed by ongoing updates from Sam and the Bulwark team throughout the night.
• Andrew Egger argues that Trump’s political decline began with the federal occupation of Minneapolis, where violent clashes and deaths of peaceful protesters turned public opinion against his aggressive law enforcement tactics.
• In Ohio, Vivek Ramaswamy’s campaign held a final rally emphasizing conservative themes such as lower taxes, ending sanctuary cities, and opposing socialism, while attacking Democratic candidate Amy Acton over allegations of alcoholism.
• Key political analysis discusses the potential Democratic gains in Congress, the impact of Trump’s Iran war on his coalition, and the significance of Latino voter turnout in Texas as factors that could reshape the 2024 midterm elections.
• Reports highlight ongoing concerns about Trump’s control over MAGA Inc. funds, his consideration of further military action against Iran after the midterms, and the likelihood of Chuck Schumer retaining Senate Democratic leadership if his party regains the majority.