Rahm Emanuel on 2026 Midterms and Politics in the Trump Era

Rahm Emanuel has held many political jobs, and he's considering a run for President. In a wide-ranging interview with NPR's Steve Inskeep, he critiques democrats and offers advice for the upcoming midterms.

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