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The Press Room - November 6, 2026

Season 2027 Episode 9 | 26m 39s

The anticipated “Blue Wave” hit the 2026 midterm elections some polling predicted. The Press Room’s panel of journalists reflects on Latino representation, and the impact of Latino voters, particularly in the borderlands. Plus, updates on new Arizona border checkpoints, Tucson voters reject a TEP franchise agreement at the ballot box and Chiricahua is the newest national park.

Aired: 11/05/26
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