Podcast: Play in new window | Download () | Embed
Subscribe: RSS
Republicans got crushed…except in two areas…and those two areas suggest that there is a pathway back, but it will require a serious course correction, and the voters are not playing the DC games anymore.
There are big things happening at Blaze, and we’d love for you to join us. You can join now at https://Get.BlazeTV.com/Nick and use promo code “NICK” to get $20 off!
—–
SPONSOR: Ridge Wallet
Ridge’s biggest sale of the year is here! Head to Ridge.com/FREITAS to get up to 49% off, plus holiday extras like gift bags and classic cuff beanies on qualifying orders while supplies last! #Ridgepod #ad
Get up to 49% off at https://Ridge.com/FREITAS
—–
SPONSOR: Good Ranchers
Good Ranchers is kicking off Black Friday early with its best savings of the year. Get $100 off your first three orders, plus free meat with every order when you start a plan, and build your own box of premium steaks, chicken, and family favorites: 100% American meat from American farms and ranches, delivered straight to your door. Offer valid this month only.
Get $100 off your first three orders at https://GoodRanchers.com/discount/NICK
—–
SPONSOR: Allegiance Gold
If your plan depends on everything going right, you have a hope, not a plan. With Washington piling on debt and dollars buying less than they used to, Allegiance Gold helps you diversify with physical gold and silver through an eligible IRA or direct delivery, and explains exactly what you are buying and what you are paying. They hold an A+ BBB rating and were named Best Overall Gold IRA Company by Money for 2026.
Call 844-231-4653 or visit https://AllegianceGold.com/Nick and ask about up to $5,000 in bonus silver with a qualifying purchase.
—–
GET YOUR MERCH HERE: https://shop.nickjfreitas.com/
BECOME A MEMBER OF THE IC: https://NickJFreitas.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickjfreitas/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NickFreitasVA
Twitter: https://twitter.com/NickJFreitas
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Nickjfreitas
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nickjfreitas3.0
00:00 – Why Republicans got crushed in the midterms
02:49 – What Trump delivered on, and what he didn’t
05:16 – Why the tariff argument never reached voters
06:53 – How the Iran war broke the promise of no more wars
11:54 – Why Trump voters showed up and voted for Democrats
15:44 – Two signs Democrats aren’t as strong as they look
18:41 – Why voters backed conservative ballot measures anyway
21:33 – What Democrats will do with power in Texas and other states
27:30 – What Democrats will do with the House and Senate
33:44 – Why safe-seat Republicans need to be replaced
39:19 – Why Republicans need fighters, not moderates
41:30 – Why Republicans need promises with deadlines
43:34 – How Republicans can win back young men
48:36 – What happens if Democrats win it all in 2028
This is Episode 615 of Making the Argument, published November 4, 2026.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices