Episode

Texas-sized problem for GOP? Trump-backed Senate candidate advances

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The 11th Hour with Ali Velshi

Published

May 27, 2026

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2517

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Summary

A massive win for a Trump-backed Senate candidate in Texas could threaten the GOP's hopes of holding onto the Senate in November's midterms. Plus, Iran threatens to retaliate after the U.S. said it conducted "defensive strikes" in southern Iran. And, Pope Leo takes on AI, warning about the dangers ahead. Ali Velshi, Abby Livingston, Larry Sabato, Susan Glasser, Jeff Mason, Teddy Schleifer, and Andr ew Weissmann join The 11th Hour this Tuesday night.