America At Night with McGraw Milhaven

Tonight on America At Night with McGraw Milhaven, we're exploring a remarkable political upset, the growing debate over America's data center expansion, and the legendary career of a country music icon.

Daniel Darris-O'Connor, a newly elected Massachusetts state representative, joins McGraw to discuss his surprising victory over a sitting lawmaker while still a teenager, making him one of the youngest members of Tuesday's Democratic wave. He shares his journey into politics and what his election could mean for a new generation of leadership.

Satya Thallam, Senior Vice President of Government Affairs at Americans for Responsible Innovation and Non-Resident Senior Fellow at the Foundation for American Innovation, examines the growing resistance to data center development. With roughly 40% of planned U.S. data center capacity located in states considering pauses or restrictions, Thallam discusses the challenges facing AI infrastructure, energy demands, and local communities.

William Lee Golden, legendary country music singer and member of The Oak Ridge Boys, joins the show to reflect on his remarkable music career, memorable performances, and an upcoming show.

Plus, Mathew Wolfe, our entertainment guru, returns for the weekly box office segment, breaking down the latest movie releases, Hollywood headlines, and what's drawing audiences to theaters.

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Tonight on America At Night with McGraw Milhaven, we're examining the financial impact of the 2026 midterm elections, the political landscape across the South, and the latest national security developments.

David Meyers, Director of Editorial and Media Strategy at OpenSecrets.org, joins McGraw to break down the true cost of the 2026 midterms, examining campaign spending, political contributions, and the money influencing America's elections.

Dr. Brian Shoup, Professor and Department Head of Political Science and Public Administration at Mississippi State University, returns to analyze the midterm results in Mississippi and across the South, exploring what the outcomes reveal about the region's political future.

Mark Chandler, retired U.S. Marine Corps Intelligence Officer, former Deputy Director for Intelligence (J2) for the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and Professor of Practice at Coastal Carolina University, discusses the latest developments involving Iran and questions surrounding Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's future.

Plus, Bill Clevlen, founder of BillOnTheRoad.com, returns for our weekly Bill on the Road travel segment, sharing destinations, travel stories, and ideas for your next adventure.

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Tonight on America At Night with McGraw Milhaven, we're breaking down the 2026 midterm elections with a closer look at voter registration trends, key races, and the changing political landscape across the country.

Andrea Hailey, CEO of Vote.org, joins McGraw to discuss newly released data showing a major surge in Democratic voter registrations leading into the midterms and what those numbers could mean for election outcomes.

Matt Buxton, politics reporter for The Alaska Current, examines Alaska's midterm elections, the state's political dynamics, and the races drawing national attention.

Dr. Brian Shoup, Professor and Department Head of Political Science and Public Administration at Mississippi State University, breaks down the midterm results in Mississippi and across the South, examining the political trends shaping the region.

Plus, Chris Tomlinson, columnist for the Houston Chronicle and San Antonio Express-News and bestselling author of Tomlinson Hill and Forget the Alamo, joins the show to discuss Texas's political landscape and the reported Democratic gains raising questions about the state's traditionally Republican identity.

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Tonight on America At Night with McGraw Milhaven, we're covering Election Day 2026 with political analysis, perspectives on the races shaping the country, and a look at one of America's treasured national recreation areas.

Chris Vance, Executive Director of Our Republican Legacy, joins McGraw to discuss Election Day 2026, the political landscape, and what the results could mean for the future of the Republican Party and the country.

Ed Martin, former Trump pardon attorney, shares his perspective on election night, the key political developments, and what he's watching as voters make their voices heard.

Plus, for our weekly National Parks segment, Brittany Jones, Executive Director of the Chattahoochee National Park Conservancy, joins the show to highlight the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, its natural beauty, recreational opportunities, and the importance of preserving this remarkable destination.

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Tonight on America At Night with McGraw Milhaven, Scott MacFarlane returns for our weekly MacFarlane Mondays segment to discuss the latest election developments as voters prepare to head to the polls. From key races to the political battles shaping the final hours before Election Day, MacFarlane breaks down what's at stake.

McGraw also welcomes Matt Buxton, politics reporter for The Alaska Current, to examine whether Alaska delivered an unexpected October surprise and what it could mean for the election.

John Opdycke, founder and president of Open Primaries, joins the conversation to explore who independent voters really are, what drives their political decisions, and the role they could play in determining election outcomes.

Plus, author Alan Sepinwall joins the show to discuss his book Serling, exploring the life, creative genius, and lasting legacy of Rod Serling, the legendary creator of The Twilight Zone.

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