In this special Christmas edition of The Modern Federalist Podcast, host Charlton Allen sets aside the usual news and commentary to celebrate the joy and meaning of the season. Join us for a nostalgic program filled with carols, reflections, and inspiration, as we honor the traditions of Christmas and extend warm holiday wishes to listeners of all faiths. From our family to yours—Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, and best wishes for a season filled with peace and joy!

Modern Federalist Podcast – Special Election Day Edition

Description: In this special Election Day edition, Charlton Allen breaks down the key indicators to watch as the polls close, from early voting trends to crucial battleground states. With record Republican voter registration gains in states like Pennsylvania and North Carolina, and unexpected weaknesses in the Democratic base, could this mean a Trump win? Charlton discusses polling flaws, the potential “blue wall” crumble, and the underreported strength of Trump’s momentum. Plus, get insight into critical Senate and House races and what early wins in states like New Hampshire or Virginia might signal for the night ahead.

Key Points:

• Early Voting Trends: Nevada’s troubling numbers for Democrats and GOP registration gains in battleground states.
• Polling Analysis: Why polling herding and anomalies, like the Iowa outlier, should make us question the narrative.
• State-by-State Predictions: Which states will decide the night? Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, Michigan, plus New Hampshire and Virginia as early indicators.
• Senate and House Races: Watch Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Wisconsin, with maybe NC-1 as a bellwether for GOP success. Control of the House will be determined in California.
• Closing Thoughts: Trump’s path to victory is clearer than polls suggest, and the GOP is poised for potential gains in both chambers.

Follow Up: For ongoing Election Night coverage, tune into The American Salient and stay subscribed to the Modern Federalist Podcast for additional episodes.

**Episode Notes**

Welcome to another special Election Day edition of The Modern Federalist Podcast, hosted by Charlton Allen. In this episode, Charlton sits down with Lee Williams, head of the Investigative Journalism Project at the Second Amendment Foundation and known to many as The Gun Writer on Substack. Together, they tackle a crucial issue for many Americans: the future of Second Amendment rights.

Lee shares insights from his recent column, How Harris and Walz Actually Plan to Attack the Second Amendment, discussing proposed policies and strategies that could reshape Americans’ rights to gun ownership. In this thought-provoking discussion, Lee and Charlton dive into the implications of these measures and what they could mean for the nation's commitment to protecting individual freedoms.

🎙️ **Highlights of Today’s Episode** - Lee Williams discusses Harris and Walz’s proposed policies impacting the Second Amendment - The potential consequences of these policies on American gun ownership rights - Why this issue matters now as voters head to the polls

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