THE DAILY BLAST with Greg Sargent Unraveling Trump Accidentally Blurts Out Secret Plan to Rig 2026
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Nov 7, 2025 
In this intriguing discussion, Jessica Post, a Democratic operative and campaign consultant with deep expertise in state-level races, delves into Trump's controversial call to end the filibuster to enable voter restrictions. She analyzes how his comments reveal a strategy to entrench GOP power and the potential consequences of aggressive gerrymandering. Jessica highlights both risks for Republicans and opportunities for Democrats, shedding light on the battle for House control as they strategize for the 2026 midterms.
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Open Admission Of Locking In Power
- Trump openly said that if Republicans enact his changes, Democrats will "most likely never obtain power."
- Sargent notes this admission exposes the goal: lock in one-party rule rather than legitimately prevent fraud.
State Laws Contradict GOP Talking Points
- Republicans publicly claim they're making voting easier, but Post documents many state actions that actually make voting harder, like notarized absentee requests in Missouri.
- She connects these laws to a worldview that aims to limit the franchise to certain demographic groups.
Run On Cost-Of-Living Issues
- Democrats should emphasize pocketbook issues like rising costs, which drove wins in recent races according to Post.
- Focused messaging on economic concerns can counter GOP claims about Trump's accomplishments.