It may seem like the 2022 midterms are far off, but issues like rising crime, border crossings and inflation are already starting to shape political discourse and early campaigns.

• Plus, the Taliban seizes more cities in Afghanistan.
• And, why it’s extra easy to get a car loan right now.

Guests: Axios' Stef Kight, Dave Lawler, and Courtenay Brown.

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