# “One Party Likes America, the Other Doesn’t” — Josh Holmes on the 2026 Midterm Chaos

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Podcast: [Brian Kilmeade Show](https://stenobird.com/podcast/brian-kilmeade-show-745158)
Published: 2026-07-09T17:39:00+00:00
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The political landscape is shifting rapidly as the 2026 midterms approach. Former Chief of Staff to Mitch McConnell and co-host of The Ruthless Podcast, Josh Holmes, joins Brian Kilmeade to break down the establishment panic inside the Democratic Party after Maine candidate Graham Platner's campaign imploded. Plus, Holmes shares exclusive insights into Mitch McConnell's current health status. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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