# The "Trust Recession" Shaking Up the Race for Congress

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Podcast: [The Fox News Rundown](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-fox-news-rundown-59449)
Published: 2026-07-20T09:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

As midterms approach, deep uncertainty hangs over the country as institutional distrust grows, and the battle over artificial intelligence infrastructure heats up. Bruce Mehlman, founder of Mehlman Consulting, joins to discuss the high level of uncertainty defining the upcoming midterms, why a multi-decade "trust recession" has Americans turning away from federal institutions, and the rising battle over artificial intelligence infrastructure as states debate data center moratoriums while trying to maintain tech dominance over China.  There is growing concern over public cameras and how they are being used by police departments. Critics claim the cameras could be used to target people, while also potentially violating city and state laws. Retired FBI Special Agent John Iannarelli joins Lisa Brady to discuss how the technology is helping fight crime, while being accused of violating rights. PLUS, commentary by Former Senior Economic Adviser Steve Moore. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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