In a special post-election edition of LT. DAN, Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick offers a candid and personal assessment of the 2026 midterm elections, which saw Democrats sweep Texas's statewide offices and bring an end to his tenure as lieutenant governor.

Why did Republicans lose? Was it the economy, campaign spending, changing voter attitudes, or a desire for new leadership? Patrick examines the factors he believes contributed to the outcome, including affordability concerns, Democratic voter turnout, the impact of nearly $400 million in campaign spending, and the growing influence of independent voters.

He also addresses a question many Texans are asking: Has Texas become a blue state, or was 2026 an extraordinary political moment?

Beyond the election results, Patrick reflects on his years of public service, the legislative accomplishments he's most proud of, and the initiatives he had hoped to pursue in the coming session.

In a deeply personal portion of the conversation, he discusses the role of faith in accepting the outcome, his gratitude to the millions of Texans who supported him, and the sacrifices made by his family and staff.

Finally, Patrick shares what's next - including plans for consulting, public speaking, spending more time with his family, and continuing the LT. DAN podcast.

It's an honest look back at a consequential election and a look ahead at the future of Texas and Dan Patrick's next chapter.

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Congressman Brandon Gill is back on Lt. Dan - - and with the November 3 midterm elections fast approaching, there's plenty to discuss.

Gill was one of Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick's very first podcast guests, helping launch the show with an enormously popular conversation. Now he returns to share his perspective on the political landscape, the fight for control of Congress, and the future of Texas and America.

Dan and Brandon discuss the challenges facing Republicans, the ideological differences dividing the two major parties, and why congressional leadership matters. They also examine Texas politics, including James Talarico and Gina Hinojosa, and the potential implications of the election for state government.

The conversation turns to religious liberty, Christianity's place in American public life, higher education, the Supreme Court, and the political direction of the next generation.

It's a candid discussion about the issues defining the 2026 elections and the decisions that could shape Texas and the nation for years to come.

Join Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick and Congressman Brandon Gill for this new episode of Lt. Dan.

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Mark Levin joins Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick for a candid discussion about the 2026 midterm elections and what they could mean for the future of Texas and America.

The bestselling author and nationally syndicated radio host explains why he believes the elections represent a turning point for the country and why Texas plays such an important role in the national political landscape. Dan and Mark discuss President Trump, the Democratic Party, the Supreme Court, energy prices, affordability, the Electoral College, and the constitutional principles at the center of America's political debate.

In a particularly personal moment, Levin also opens up about the rise of antisemitism, attacks directed at him and his family, and his appreciation for the relationship between Christians and Jews. He reflects on his Jewish faith, his family's military service, and the American traditions that have shaped his life.

A wide-ranging conversation about politics, faith, freedom, and the future of the country.

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