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The election results are in, and the numbers are telling a story. Last night's midterms saw a blue tsunami sweep across the country, with Democrats taking control of the House and Senate. But what does this mean for the future of the Republican Party? In this episode, our guest John Thomas, a Republican political strategist, breaks down the results and shares his insights on what went wrong for the GOP.

The conversation covers the impact of the Iran war and Donald Trump's approval ratings on the election, as well as the rise of the DSA and its influence on the Democratic Party. John also discusses the challenges facing the Republican Party, including the need to address the issue of affordability and the importance of message discipline. He also touches on the potential for a new generation of Republican leaders, including Ron DeSantis and Tucker Carlson.

One of the most striking aspects of the conversation is John's analysis of the California election results. He notes that the state's voters seemed to be sending a message about their dissatisfaction with the status quo, but also highlights the challenges facing the Republican Party in the state. He also discusses the implications of the DSA's influence on the Democratic Party and the potential for a new era of progressive politics.

If you want to understand the implications of last night's election results and what they mean for the future of American politics, tune in to this episode. Our conversation with John Thomas is a must-listen for anyone looking to stay ahead of the curve.

The election results are in, and the numbers are telling a story. Last night's midterms saw a blue tsunami sweep across the country, with Democrats taking control of the House and Senate. But what does this mean for the future of the Republican Party? In this episode, our guest John Thomas, a Republican political strategist, breaks down the results and shares his insights on what went wrong for the GOP.The conversation covers the impact of the Iran war and Donald Trump's approval ratings on the election, as well as the rise of the DSA and its influence on the Democratic Party. John also discusses the challenges facing the Republican Party, including the need to address the issue of affordability and the importance of message discipline. He also touches on the potential for a new generation of Republican leaders, including Ron DeSantis and Tucker Carlson.One of the most striking aspects of the conversation is John's analysis of the California election results. He notes that the state's voters seemed to be sending a message about their dissatisfaction with the status quo, but also highlights the challenges facing the Republican Party in the state. He also discusses the implications of the DSA's influence on the Democratic Party and the potential for a new era of progressive politics.If you want to understand the implications of last night's election results and what they mean for the future of American politics, tune in to this episode. Our conversation with John Thomas is a must-listen for anyone looking to stay ahead of the curve.

OC Native John Phillips brings wit, political connections and insight to “The John Phillips Show”. Phillips began his radio career as the youngest major-market radio talk show host in the country. He is also CNN political commentator, a columnist for The Orange County Register and makes regular appearances on cable news.

John was formerly a sports anchor and executive producer for “McIntyre in the Morning”, producer for “The Al Rantel Show”, news writer for the KNX Morning News with Frank Mottek and Gail Eichenthal, and a guest host on virtually every show ever cancelled by KABC.

Though in his mid-thirties he is a ten-year veteran of KABC

John’s interests: The Angels, Palm Springs, movies, cruises, home Improvement and airline travel.

OC Native John Phillips brings wit, political connections and insight to “The John Phillips Show”. Phillips began his radio career as the youngest major-market radio talk show host in the country. He is also CNN political commentator, a columnist for The Orange County Register and makes regular appearances on cable news.
John was formerly a sports anchor and executive producer for “McIntyre in the Morning”, producer for “The Al Rantel Show”, news writer for the KNX Morning News with Frank Mottek and Gail Eichenthal, and a guest host on virtually every show ever cancelled by KABC.
Though in his mid-thirties he is a ten-year veteran of KABC
John’s interests: The Angels, Palm Springs, movies, cruises, home Improvement and airline travel.

The John Phillips Show

The John Phillips Show delivers sharp wit, insider political analysis, and unfiltered takes on the news of the day. A longtime radio host and columnist, John brings his deep industry connections and years of experience to every episode—breaking down politics, culture, and current events with a mix of humor and insight. Whether he's diving into California issues or national headlines, John keeps it smart, engaging, and always entertaining.

The John Phillips Show delivers sharp wit, insider political analysis, and unfiltered takes on the news of the day. A longtime radio host and columnist, John brings his deep industry connections and years of experience to every episode&mdash;breaking down politics, culture, and current events with a mix of humor and insight. Whether he's diving into California issues or national headlines, John keeps it smart, engaging, and always entertaining.

"We Lost Them": GOP Strategist John Thomas On The 2026 Blue Wave

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