By OBBM Network Editorial Staff

Derived from an episode of Economic War Room.

What if the next two years of Congress determine whether foreign powers can shape American law with a single vote? Kevin Freeman believes the 2026 midterms are not a sideshow but a decisive front in a larger struggle against external threats and domestic complacency.

Midterm Turnout: The Hidden Weapon of Adversaries

Freeman points out a stark contrast in voter participation: roughly two‑thirds of eligible Americans vote in presidential elections, but only about half turn out for midterms. That gap, he argues, is where “our adversaries understand the midterms.” He cites an assessment that Beijing tacitly approved influence operations in the 2022 midterms, exploiting low‑turnout races to advance Chinese interests. When Americans stay home, foreign influence can move farther, making each vote a crucial counter‑measure.

Using his “Four Horsemen” framework, Freeman labels the Chinese Communist Party the red horse, Islam the green horse, globalist despotism the blue horse, and the domestic actors who enable them the yellow horse. He emphasizes that while the first three cannot be voted out, the yellow horse—American politicians, lobbyists, and voters who welcome foreign agendas—can be removed at the ballot box.

Congressional Power Over the Nation’s Debt

The Constitution gives Congress control of the purse, and with the national debt now exceeding $40 trillion, the stakes are high. Freeman notes that interest on that debt already outpaces defense spending, meaning every dollar spent on the military first pays foreign creditors. He argues that the party controlling Congress will decide whether the debt trajectory continues or whether fiscal discipline returns.

Freeman critiques President Trump’s executive order halting work on a central bank digital currency (CBDC), calling it a good first step but warning that an order can be reversed. He advocates for a constitutional amendment to ban programmable money, noting that such a change would require Senate approval—a vote that hinges on which party holds the majority.

Texas Senate Race: A Microcosm of the National Fight

In Texas, the Senate seat has been held by Republicans since 1988. The 2026 contest pits Attorney General Ken Paxton against State Representative James Tallarico. Freeman openly supports Paxton, citing his lawsuits against asset managers pushing a net‑zero agenda and his legal actions against companies tied to the Chinese Communist Party.

“Paxton led a coalition of Republican states suing BlackRock, State Street, and Vanguard for using their stakes in coal companies to push a net‑zero agenda, driving up energy prices for American families,” Freeman says. He also highlights Paxton’s five lawsuits against Chinese‑linked firms, including a router maker accused of facilitating state‑sponsored hacking.

By contrast, Freeman portrays Tallarico’s border stance—”our southern border should be like our front porch, with a giant welcome mat and a lock on the door”—as naïve, arguing that such an approach would invite more illegal crossings and threaten security.

Michigan’s Tight Senate Contest

Freeman turns to Michigan, where the 2026 Senate race mirrors Texas in its closeness. The incumbent Republican, who lost a previous race by about 19,000 votes out of 5.5 million, now faces Democrat Abdul El‑Sayed. Freeman notes El‑Sayed’s progressive platform, including Medicare for All and opposition to further U.S. aid to Israel.

He also raises concerns about El‑Sayed’s past statements supporting the Muslim Brotherhood, citing a 2011 Huffington Post piece and a 2012 statement backing the Brotherhood’s seizure of power in Egypt. Freeman frames these as evidence of alignment with the green horse, which he defines as “a specific, well‑documented, historical Islam based on Sharia supremacism.”

Freeman’s three‑question filter—liberty, security, values—serves as a guide for voters in both states, urging them to consider whether candidates will protect financial liberty, strengthen national security, and uphold traditional values.

Why the Yellow Horse Matters More Than Ever

Freeman warns that the yellow horse thrives on civic disengagement. He reminds listeners of the 1971 decision when President Nixon closed the gold window without a congressional vote, underscoring the danger of unchecked executive power. By voting, citizens can prevent foreign and domestic forces from shaping policy without accountability.

In his view, the midterms are a “multiplier”—the outcome will either empower or constrain the foreign horses. A Republican‑controlled Senate could sustain lawsuits against Chinese‑linked firms and block ESG‑driven asset managers, while a Democratic surge could open the door to policies that align with globalist agendas.

Freeman’s call to action is clear: turn out to vote, scrutinize candidates through the liberty‑security‑values lens, and reject the yellow horse that enables foreign influence.

The full episode of Economic War Room is available on OBBM Network TV.