Mark kicks off today’s episode with his signature reported monologue with new details about the emerging 2028 Democratic field – why the early frontrunners may not be as secure as they look, how donor behavior and coalition math are already reshuffling expectations, and why Gavin Newsom and Josh Shapiro currently dominate the invisible primary. Mark also previews his upcoming “8 for 2028” Democratic rankings and the key test he believes will determine who’s truly competitive heading into next year.

Then, political heavy weights Melissa DeRosa and Ben Ferguson join the show for a fast-moving conversation that hits every major dynamic shaping 2028. They debate whether Trump’s economic reset can land with voters who still feel squeezed, why Democrats are struggling to produce new ideas, and how the Left’s internal split over Israel could reshape the primaries. The trio also digs into Ted Cruz’s suddenly hot 2028 buzz — including why some Republicans think he’s uniquely positioned to take on JD Vance. Plus, they play Mark’s favorite game – Rapid Fire Round: 2028 “X-Factor” Edition evaluating which Democrats could REALLY be formidable in a general election. From Newsom to Shapiro to Moore, Beshear, Buttigieg, Rahm, AOC, and Kamala Harris, they size up who has real national potential… and who doesn’t.

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