Fox News contributor Joe Concha provides an analysis of the key 2026 midterm polling data from significant battleground states like Michigan, Wisconsin, and Texas. Inflation emerges as the primary concern influencing voter decisions as November approaches.
Concha also responds to the enthusiastic fans gathered outside a WNBA game to support Sophie Cunningham due to her remarks on women’s sports.
Meanwhile, Republicans in Kansas selected their candidate Tuesday in a prominent gubernatorial primary for the year. Ty Masterson will compete against the Democratic nominee in the general election on November 3, aiming to succeed the term-limited Democratic Governor Laura Kelly.
Republicans view this open-seat race as an opportunity to regain the governor’s office after two terms under Kelly. Democrats hope to overcome the state’s Republican inclination and continue their control.
The Republican contender, Ty Masterson, president of the Kansas Senate since 2021, focused his campaign on tax reductions, school choice, border security, and reducing perceived government overreach.
Well-known statewide leaders featured in the Republican field, including Secretary of State Scott Schwab, Senate President Ty Masterson, and Insurance Commissioner Vicki Schmidt.
On the Democratic front, voters are deciding among state Senators Ethan Corson and Cindy Holscher, and Overland Park Mayor Curt Skoog. Whoever wins the primary will challenge the Republican nominee in November, influencing who leads the governor’s office in Kansas.
The campaign revolves around conservative priorities such as tax relief, education, immigration, public safety, and cultural topics. Candidates differentiate themselves through leadership experience and distinct visions for Kansas’ future.
The primary coincides with a significant constitutional amendment vote, proposing to replace Kansas’ system of appointing Supreme Court justices with direct elections. The upcoming governor is essential for shaping policies on taxes, education, public safety, and economic development, collaborating with the Republican-majority Legislature.
This amendment has Republican support following criticisms of Kansas Supreme Court decisions on subjects like abortion, school funding, and election law.