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Historian Allan Lichtman discusses politics, elections, current events, and history!

  1. 21h ago

    Who Will Control Congress? Allan Lichtman's Final Verdict

    Lichtman Live #277The 2026 midterms are here, and Allan Lichtman is sharing his final prediction for the balance of power in Congress.In this special broadcast, Professor Lichtman examines the latest polling data and election markets to forecast the outcomes of key races. We analyze the current political landscape for the House and Senate, focusing on critical contests in Georgia, Texas, Ohio, and Alaska. This session provides a clear outlook on which party is positioned to secure victory as voters head to the polls.Beyond the national numbers, we look at the historical forces shaping this election cycle. By reviewing these 2026 midterm elections, viewers gain a better understanding of the indicators that define potential winners and losers. We break down the specific data points that help determine control of Congress in this high-stakes environment.Subscribe for more sharp insights on politics and history!🔔 Subscribe for more sharp insights on politics and history!📅 LIVE Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9 PM Eastern on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyQx8dGfgcQ4WUhrKP0ORlQ/joinPreorder Great American Presidents Here: https://www.amazon.com/Great-American-Presidents-Transformed-Presidency/dp/161088731X📚 Order Conservative at the Core here: https://undpress.nd.edu/9780268210304/conservative-at-the-core/👕🫏Check out Dr. Lichtman’s Merch Shop!🐘🧢 https://allan-lichtman.printify.me/Find all of our links here! 🔗https://linktr.ee/allanlichtman#2026Midterms #AllanLichtman #MidtermElections #Election2026 #LichtmanLive

  2. 2d ago

    ISRAEL ELECTION RESULTS: Netanyahu’s Fate Hangs in the Balance

    Lichtman Live #276Israel’s election could determine the political future of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. As voters head to the polls, Netanyahu faces a pivotal test that could reshape Israel’s government and its direction on the war, security, and relations with the United States.In this episode of Lichtman Live, Professor Allan Lichtman breaks down the Israel election results, Netanyahu’s political future, the forces shaping the vote, and what the outcome could mean for Israel and the wider Middle East.Could Netanyahu survive another major political challenge—or is Israel entering a new political era?Watch for live election analysis, results, historical context, and Professor Lichtman’s perspective as the votes come in.🔔 Subscribe for more sharp insights on politics and history!📅 LIVE Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9 PM Eastern on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyQx8dGfgcQ4WUhrKP0ORlQ/joinPreorder Great American Presidents Here: https://www.amazon.com/Great-American-Presidents-Transformed-Presidency/dp/161088731X📚 Order Conservative at the Core here: https://undpress.nd.edu/9780268210304/conservative-at-the-core/👕🫏Check out Dr. Lichtman’s Merch Shop!🐘🧢 https://allan-lichtman.printify.me/Find all of our links here! 🔗https://linktr.ee/allanlichtman#IsraelElection #Netanyahu #Israel #LichtmanLive #ElectionResults

  3. Oct 23

    Ramaswamy Hits a NEW LOW: Controversial Amy Acton Attack Ad Backfires?

    Lichtman Live #275Vivek Ramaswamy's campaign is facing intense backlash over a controversial attack ad targeting Ohio gubernatorial opponent Amy Acton that features her estranged mother accusing her of lying about her childhood.The ad has drawn criticism over its use of deeply personal allegations surrounding Acton's childhood, including her longstanding account of abuse and her removal from her mother's custody. Ramaswamy's campaign has now acknowledged producing the ad and plans to spend millions promoting it. The controversy has even prompted criticism from some Republicans, raising a bigger question: could this attack actually hurt Ramaswamy as the Ohio governor's race enters its final stretch?In this episode of Lichtman Live, Professor Allan Lichtman examines Ramaswamy's strategy, the backlash surrounding the ad, what it reveals about the state of modern political campaigning, and what this increasingly bitter Ohio race could mean heading into the midterms.🔔 Subscribe for more sharp insights on politics and history!📅 LIVE Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9 PM Eastern on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyQx8dGfgcQ4WUhrKP0ORlQ/joinOrder Great American Presidents Here: https://www.amazon.com/Great-American-Presidents-Transformed-Presidency/dp/161088731X📚 Order Conservative at the Core here: https://undpress.nd.edu/9780268210304/conservative-at-the-core/👕🫏Check out Dr. Lichtman’s Merch Shop!🐘🧢 https://allan-lichtman.printify.me/Find all of our links here! 🔗https://linktr.ee/allanlichtman#VivekRamaswamy #AmyActon #OhioGovernor #OhioPolitics #LichtmanLive

  4. Oct 21

    A MASSIVE Blue Wave Is Coming in 2026… Or Is It?

    Lichtman Live #274 Is a massive Democratic Blue Wave really coming in the 2026 midterm elections—or could the political landscape look very different? With the 2026 midterms approaching, Democrats are hoping to capitalize on growing dissatisfaction with the Trump administration and turn that frustration into major gains in Congress. But history shows that midterm elections can produce unexpected results, and the size of any potential wave will depend on much more than the national political mood. Dr. Allan Lichtman examines the forces shaping the 2026 midterms and asks the crucial question: Is a Blue Wave actually coming? Could Democrats make historic gains—or are expectations getting ahead of the evidence? And what could the answer mean for the balance of power in Washington? Join the conversation and hear Dr. Lichtman’s historical perspective on the 2026 election. Watch LIVE, share your predictions, and let us know in the comments: Is 2026 shaping up to be a Blue Wave? 🔔 Subscribe for more sharp insights on politics and history! 📅 LIVE Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9 PM Eastern on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyQx8dGfgcQ4WUhrKP0ORlQ/join Order Great American Presidents Here: https://www.amazon.com/Great-American-Presidents-Transformed-Presidency/dp/161088731X 📚 Order Conservative at the Core here: https://undpress.nd.edu/9780268210304/conservative-at-the-core/ 👕🫏Check out Dr. Lichtman’s Merch Shop!🐘🧢 https://allan-lichtman.printify.me/ Find all of our links here! 🔗 https://linktr.ee/allanlichtman #Trump #Midterms #elections2026 #democrats #midtermelections

  5. Oct 16

    “We’re DONE!” Trump and Zelensky TURN on Each Other Over Ukraine War

    Lichtman Live #273Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky appear to be heading toward another major confrontation over the war in Ukraine.As Ukraine resumes strikes against Russian energy infrastructure, tensions are rising over U.S. intelligence, military support, and the future of the war. Trump has increasingly pushed for an end to the conflict, while Zelensky continues to press for the support Ukraine says it needs to defend itself.What does this latest clash mean for U.S.-Ukraine relations—and where does the relationship go from here?Dr. Allan Lichtman breaks down the latest developments, what is driving the confrontation, and what it could mean for the war in Ukraine and American foreign policy.Watch, share, and join the conversation in the comments.🔔 Subscribe for more sharp insights on politics and history!📅 LIVE Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9 PM Eastern on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyQx8dGfgcQ4WUhrKP0ORlQ/joinOrder Great American Presidents Here: https://www.amazon.com/Great-American-Presidents-Transformed-Presidency/dp/161088731X📚 Order Conservative at the Core here: https://undpress.nd.edu/9780268210304/conservative-at-the-core/👕🫏Check out Dr. Lichtman’s Merch Shop!🐘🧢 https://allan-lichtman.printify.me/Find all of our links here! 🔗https://linktr.ee/allanlichtman#Trump #Zelensky #Ukraine #UkraineWar #Russia

  6. Oct 14

    A GIFT to Putin? Trump’s Controversial Russia Diesel Deal Explained

    Lichtman Live #272 President Donald Trump has struck a controversial diesel deal with Russian President Vladimir Putin, temporarily easing sanctions to allow Russian fuel exports as energy prices remain high. But will the agreement lower costs for Americans—or provide an economic boost to Russia while its war against Ukraine continues? The deal has triggered bipartisan criticism. A group of 12 U.S. senators, including six Republicans, has urged Trump to reverse course, arguing that easing restrictions could benefit Russia financially and weaken the pressure intended to constrain its war effort in Ukraine. There are also questions about the deal’s practical impact. The initial shipment of more than 300,000 metric tons of diesel represents a limited addition to the overall fuel market, and analysts have questioned whether the additional supply can meaningfully reduce prices. The timing is particularly significant because Russia had recently extended restrictions on diesel exports amid domestic fuel shortages and refinery disruptions following Ukrainian drone attacks. On Lichtman Live, Allan Lichtman examines Trump’s agreement with Putin, the debate over Russian energy sanctions, the potential consequences for Ukraine, and the questions surrounding the deal’s benefits for American consumers. Who stands to gain the most from Trump’s Russia deal—and what could it mean for the future of U.S.-Russia relations? 🔔 Subscribe for more sharp insights on politics and history! 📅 LIVE Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9 PM Eastern on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyQx8dGfgcQ4WUhrKP0ORlQ/join Order Great American Presidents Here: https://www.amazon.com/Great-American-Presidents-Transformed-Presidency/dp/161088731X 📚 Order Conservative at the Core here: https://undpress.nd.edu/9780268210304/conservative-at-the-core/ 👕🫏Check out Dr. Lichtman’s Merch Shop!🐘🧢 https://allan-lichtman.printify.me/ Find all of our links here! 🔗 https://linktr.ee/allanlichtman #Trump #russia #putin #politics #LichtmanLive

  7. Oct 9

    “They Hit Us Bad”: New Video Reveals Iran’s Attack on U.S. Base

    Lichtman Live #271Newly obtained video is revealing the scale of an Iranian attack on a major U.S. military base in Kuwait—and raising new questions about what the Pentagon knew about the danger facing American troops.The footage, obtained and authenticated by CBS News, shows Iranian ballistic missiles and drones striking Camp Buehring, with explosions and damage to buildings and military equipment. Witnesses also reported Iranian aircraft during the attacks.The attack placed significant pressure on U.S. forces at the base. CBS News reports that soldiers ran critically low on .50-caliber ammunition and that more than 100 troops who remained at the installation ultimately withdrew into the Kuwaiti desert. One service member described the attack bluntly: “They hit us bad.”The Pentagon declined to comment on the newly obtained footage, instead pointing to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s earlier statements that the military had moved the vast majority of American personnel away from bases vulnerable to Iranian fire.A Pentagon inspector general report has also documented extensive Iranian strikes on U.S. military facilities across the region, including significant equipment losses and damage.On Lichtman Live, Allan Lichtman examines the new footage, what it reveals about the Iran war, the experience of U.S. troops on the ground, and the questions it raises about the Pentagon’s handling of the conflict.How much did the public know about the attacks on U.S. bases—and what did Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth know?🔔 Subscribe for more sharp insights on politics and history!📅 LIVE Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9 PM Eastern on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyQx8dGfgcQ4WUhrKP0ORlQ/joinOrder Great American Presidents Here: https://www.amazon.com/Great-American-Presidents-Transformed-Presidency/dp/161088731X📚 Order Conservative at the Core here: https://undpress.nd.edu/9780268210304/conservative-at-the-core/👕🫏Check out Dr. Lichtman’s Merch Shop!🐘🧢 https://allan-lichtman.printify.me/Find all of our links here! 🔗https://linktr.ee/allanlichtman#Trump #iran #iranwar #politics #LichtmanLive

  8. Oct 7

    Did Trump just tell Iran to “Take Out” Two American Cities?!?

    Lichtman Live #270 President Donald Trump sparked controversy at a campaign rally in Nebraska after making remarks about Iran potentially “taking out” Los Angeles and San Diego while discussing the costs of the ongoing U.S.-Iran war. Trump said, “They can take out a city. Let them take out Los Angeles. Let them take out San Diego,” before describing the potential cost as a “small price to pay.” The comments immediately drew criticism from California officials, including Governor Gavin Newsom and the mayors of Los Angeles and San Diego. But what exactly did Trump mean? The context of the remarks has generated competing interpretations. Trump did not explicitly call on Iran to attack the cities, and reporting notes that it was unclear whether he was speaking literally, referring to the potential consequences of the war, or making another point about Iran's capabilities. The White House defended the remarks by pointing to Trump's argument about the potential threat posed by an Iranian nuclear capability. On Lichtman Live, Allan Lichtman examines Trump's comments, the reaction from California officials, the broader U.S.-Iran conflict, and what this extraordinary exchange could reveal about the administration's approach to the war. What did Trump mean when he said Iran could “take out” Los Angeles or San Diego—and what are the implications? 🔔 Subscribe for more sharp insights on politics and history! 📅 LIVE Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9 PM Eastern on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyQx8dGfgcQ4WUhrKP0ORlQ/join Order Great American Presidents Here: https://www.amazon.com/Great-American-Presidents-Transformed-Presidency/dp/161088731X 📚 Order Conservative at the Core here: https://undpress.nd.edu/9780268210304/conservative-at-the-core/ 👕🫏Check out Dr. Lichtman’s Merch Shop!🐘🧢 https://allan-lichtman.printify.me/ Find all of our links here! 🔗 https://linktr.ee/allanlichtman #Trump #iran #iranwar #politics #LichtmanLive

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Historian Allan Lichtman discusses politics, elections, current events, and history!

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    Lichtman Live
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    186
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