“It’s Going to Be a Tsunami” — GOP Braces for Midterm Wipeout w/ Marc Caputo
“It’s Going to Be a Tsunami” — GOP Braces for Midterm Wipeout w/ Marc Caputo  
Podcast: The Tara Palmeri Show
Published On: Sun Oct 04 2026
Description: Are Republicans headed for a midterm wipeout—or will their biggest problem be voters who simply stay home? Axios reporter Marc Caputo joins Tara Palmeri to break down the GOP’s worsening election outlook and the fear of a “red undertow”—Republican voters losing enthusiasm and sitting out the election. From rising fuel costs and immigration backlash to Ken Paxton’s troubles in Texas and Florida’s Senate and governor’s races, Tara and Marc examine the pressures on Trump’s coalition. Can attack ads, campaign cash and redrawn congressional maps overcome voter frustration? They also discuss what a Democratic House could mean for investigations and impeachment, why Trump’s support within his own party may be softer than it looks, and the political balancing act facing JD Vance ahead of 2028. Plus, a conversation about fears of federal agents at polling places—with Caputo distinguishing what he’s heard from what remains speculation. Will voter frustration translate into a Democratic breakthrough, or can Republicans turn things around? Share your take in the comments. #midtermelections #politics #trump 00:00 Inside the Republican Midterm Convention 04:35 Marc Caputo on GOP Polling & Voter Turnout 09:00 Campaign Ads, Senate Races & the Economy 13:20 Immigration Enforcement in Miami & Doral 17:26 Texas Politics: Ken Paxton & James Talarico 22:17 Florida’s Senate Race, Campaign Money & Maps 27:16 Trump’s Advertising, Approval Ratings & Voter Concerns 32:15 Debt, Impeachment & Election-Day Questions 37:15 Polling-Place Security: Reporting vs. Speculation 41:59 JD Vance, 2028 & Election Cybersecurity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices