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Primary night showdown: Michigan results and Trump’s midterm calculus
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August 6, 2026
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41:40Now PlayingOn this episode of "On Balance," Leland Vittert discusses primary night across the nation in Virginia, Missouri, Kansas, and Washington, but all eyes remain on Michigan. Evan Barker and Mick Mulvaney weigh in.
Meanwhile, President Trump may be on the ticket for the midterms. How helpful is President Trump's endorsement? Will we see him on the campaign trail? Can you say no to his help? Erick Erickson examines political calculus.
Later, taking a look at the election results as they come in. NewsNation's Blake Burman has the latest first, followed by Mark Halperin, Larry O'Connor, and Kevin Walling breaking down the results.
Plus, red and blue are starting to fade as the country's independent voter affiliation continues to rise. Todd Achilles offers his perspective.
"On Balance with Leland Vittert" takes a critical look at some of the day's hottest subjects. Weekdays at 9p/8C. Subscribe to his War Notes newsletter here: War Notes | Leland Vittert | Substack #onbalance
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