Angela Lye, a former CNN commentator, shared on Friday her belief that President Donald Trump and the Republican Party might have tampered with the 2024 election—and they could do the same in 2026. In a discussion with Tiffany Cross, Lye expressed uncertainty about what lies ahead, hinting that she might have some reservations as the elections approach.
She mentioned feeling that cheating could happen again, similar to what she perceives occurred in 2024. Yet, she admits she doesn’t have concrete evidence, just a gut feeling. It seems her thoughts weave in and out, touching on themes of faith and community without fully concluding on the matter.
Tiffany Cross, her podcast co-host and a former MSNBC anchor, has consistently raised the alarm about the 2024 election but called for an investigation instead of outright claims. It’s somewhat of a balancing act—while she agrees with Lye’s concerns, she doesn’t seem excited about upcoming midterms, perhaps feeling overwhelmed or cynical about the whole situation.
She reflected, saying something like, “Even if they were to cheat, what makes you think they’d just admit to it?” It’s a valid, if troubling, point. Cross worries that an authoritarian mindset has taken root, complicating the landscape of American democracy in a way she’s never seen before.
Andrew Gillum, a former candidate for governor in Florida, spoke in defense of the election system. He emphasized the importance of trusting the electoral process, even with all the skepticism swirling around.
Recently, various commentators, including Joy Reid and Charlemagne tha God, have voiced doubts about whether the 2026 midterms will be fair. Interestingly, the narrative seems to ebb and flow; while some Democrats rally for unity, there’s this underlying belief that a normal election is almost a fantasy.
Meanwhile, figures like Don Lemon and comedian Kathy Griffin have hinted that Trump had a hand in manipulating the 2024 results—suggesting something “went wrong,” but what exactly isn’t crystal clear.
