First Trust Deputy Chief Economist Bob Stein joins the podcast for his final pre-election check-in. Bob breaks down how rising populist rhetoric could reshape the midterm outcome, and what that means for markets, fiscal policy, and investors.  Bob also tackles two related topics: the political battle over the AI/data center buildout, and the long-term solvency of Social Security.  Whatever the outcome in November, Bob outlines what investors should be watching heading into 2027.