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The top political stories, of next year

Political Theater, Episode 352

Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., has a thin margin of error now and in the coming 119th Congress. — Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., has a thin margin of error now and in the coming 119th Congress. (Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call)

By Jason Dick and Nathan L. Gonzales

Posted December 19, 2024 at 10:58am

Politics never sleeps! While 2024 was a campaign year to be remembered, there really is no such thing as an off-year election. Roll Call Campaigns Analyst Nathan L. Gonzales looks to next year for the top political stories, including ongoing retirement watches for several members, recruitment efforts and important gubernatorial races all happening in 2025.

Show Notes:

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