
Bloomberg This Weekend Midterms in Focus after 'No Kings' Rallies, CPAC
Mar 29, 2026
Ed Ludlow, Bloomberg Tech co-host covering NASA's Artemis II mission, and Ronald Brownstein, veteran political analyst and columnist, discuss two big storylines. They explore 'No Kings' rallies, CPAC tensions and midterm implications. They also dive into Artemis II launch prep, geopolitical stakes and private firms' roles in the moon program.
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Iran Conflict Loomed Over CPAC
- The Iran war overshadowed CPAC and injected political uncertainty despite high support for Trump among attendees.
- Jeff Mason reported attendees worried about broken promises, fuel prices above $100, and election implications even amid strong MAGA enthusiasm.
Local Issues Flipped Mar-a-Area Seat
- Emily Gregory flipped a conservative Florida statehouse seat by focusing on local issues not national politics.
- She said she door-knocked on housing, health care, and education and drew independents and some Republicans into her coalition.
Midterms Function As Presidential Referendum
- Midterms operate mainly as a referendum on the incumbent president, so voter assessments of Trump's performance will dominate outcomes.
- Ronald Brownstein noted modern midterms hinge on presidential approval and strong disapproval drives turnout against the president's party.
