TCU’s Keith Gaddie Provides Election Expertise to Media Internationally
Keith Gaddie, Hoffman Chair of the American Ideal and professor of political science in the AddRan College of Liberal Arts, was a go-to expert for journalists covering the 2026 midterm elections, providing analysis before and after Election Day on races and political shifts in Texas and across the country.
From Tarrant County’s growing role in state and national politics to the implications of election results, Gaddie shared his expertise with local, national and international audiences. A few of his media appearances included:
- The Dallas Morning News: Gaddie weighed in on the political landscape facing Gov.-elect Gina Hinojosa and her ability to advance her priorities while working with the Texas Legislature.
- KERA/NPR: Gaddie joined NTX Now for post-election coverage, helping listeners make sense of the election results and their national implications.
- NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth: Following Election Day, Gaddie broke down the midterm results and discussed what they could mean for Texas, including the importance of Sens. Ted Cruz and James Talarico finding areas where they can work together on behalf of the state.
- NBC News/NBC Nightly News: Gaddie joined Gadi Schwartz on TCU’s campus to discuss Tarrant County’s role as a key political battleground in Texas and what the county could signal about broader shifts in the state.
- ABC News: Ahead of Election Day, Gaddie provided context on Tarrant County’s changing political landscape as the outlet examined the reduction in polling locations across the county. He explained how a longtime Republican stronghold has become increasingly competitive and why the county matters to both Texas and national politics.
Gaddie’s election expertise also reached audiences beyond the United States. In the lead-up to the midterms, he spoke with French and Finnish news outlets about the election and U.S. politics. Explore more of Gaddie’s recent media coverage and expertise on his ExpertFile profile.