Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss Rahm Emanual’s appearance on The View, where he hinted he was “in training” for a presidential run. Also, a new poll by the polling firm co/efficient shows that 26 percent of voters believe that no one is the face of the Democratic Party, tied with 26 percent who believe is it New York Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. They also talk about today’s Supreme Court hearing on whether federal judges can restrict the Trump Administration’s rest...
May 15, 2025•45 min•Ep. 859
Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss today’s news that the budget bill moved out of the House Ways and Means Committee on a party line vote, and the grand jury indictment of Judge Hannah Duggan on two charges of obstruction of justice that carry a maximum penalty of six years in prison and a $350,000 fine. They also talk about the reaction to the new book “Original Sin” by Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson and a new article by New York Times publisher A.G. Sulzberger. Plus, Homeland Se...
May 14, 2025•45 min•Ep. 858
Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss new economic data that shows inflation cooling for the third straight month, and the new book "Original Sin" by Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson. They also talk about the internal politics of the Democratic National Committee, which is considering voiding last February’s election of David Hogg as vice chairman because the vote violated party rules on gender representation. Next, Tom Bevan talks to Josh Kraushaar, editor-in-chief of Jewish Insider a...
May 13, 2025•45 min•Ep. 857
Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss Donald Trump’s four-day visit to the Middle East and the release of U.S. hostage Eden Alexander. Also, they talk about the announcement by the Trump Administration of major advances in trade negotiations with both China and the United Kingdom. Plus, recent safety issues at Newark Liberty Airport and how Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy and the Federal Aviation Agency are responding. And finally, Andrew talks to RealClear Health editor Jerr...
May 12, 2025•45 min•Ep. 856
Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon and Sean Trende discuss news that NY Attorney General Letitia James is under criminal investigation and that Donald Trump pulled Ed Martin and replaced him with Judge Jeanine Pirro for DC prosecutor. They also talk about the blow up over Trump's nomination of Dr. Casey Means for Surgeon General and Bill Gates's declaration that he will be giving away all of his $200 billion fortune. Plus, they weigh in on Chuck Todd's pronouncement that the media was not to blame for cover...
May 09, 2025•45 min•Ep. 855
Tom Bevan, Phil Wegmann and Carl Cannon discuss Leo XIV, the first American-born Pope in 2,000 years and the news that President Trump has announced a big, beautiful trade deal with the UK. They also ponder why John Fetterman is in the news this week - and not in a good way. Plus, they talk about the new wave of pro-Hamas protests hitting college campuses and the former first couple's appearance on The View. Then finally, Carl chats with Bill Galston of the Brookings Institution about whether th...
May 08, 2025•45 min•Ep. 854
Tom Bevan, Phil Wegmann and Emily Jashinsky discuss Joe Biden's first media interview since leaving the Presidential race last year and new polling out of California that suggests his brand Is much diminished. They also react to news Trump nominated a batch of judges and that DC prosecutor Ed Martin is facing resistance from the GOP. Plus, Trump's quip to Canadian PM Carney and a new WSJ story reporting intel agencies have been instructed to gather more info on Greenland. Also, they talk about t...
May 07, 2025•46 min•Ep. 853
Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss Donald Trump’s proposal to provide $1,000 and paid travel to illegal immigrants who self-deport, and a plan outlined by Senator Rubin Gallego (D-AZ) that involves a $5,000 fine and a work permit. They also wonder why Brian Kemp and other prominent governors are passing on the chance to run for Senate, and a new executive order stops U.S. funding of gain of function research in “countries of concern” including China, Russia, North Korea and Iran....
May 06, 2025•45 min•Ep. 852
Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss Donald Trump’s comments on Sunday regarding the U.S. Constitution, and former Vice President Mike Pence’s remarks at the JFK Library in Boston, where he received the “Profiles in Courage” award for his actions on January 6th. They also wonder how Congressional Republicans are handling the question of Medicaid funding in the 2026 budget negotiations, and how a scandal involving John Reid, Republican candidate for lieutenant governor of Virginia, ...
May 05, 2025•45 min•Ep. 851
Andrew Walworth, Carl Cannon and RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann discuss Donald Trump’s 2026 budget that was released today and includes $163 billion in spending cuts. They also talk about personnel changes at the White House, and what the future may hold for Secretary of State Marco Rubio, former National Security Advisor and UN ambassador nominee Mike Waltz, and Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth. Plus, an Executive Order signed late Thursday that terminates federal support for National Pu...
May 02, 2025•45 min•Ep. 850
Andrew Walworth and RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann discuss the reassignment of National Security Advisor Mike Waltz to become the next U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations. Also, a look at the implications of the minerals agreement between Ukraine and the U.S., signed Wednesday night. Then, Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss the battle between Democratic strategist James Carville and Democratic National Committee Vice Chair David Hogg. Also, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-C...
May 01, 2025•45 min•Ep. 849
Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and National Review columnist Heather Wilheim preview tonight’s speech by 2024 Democratic Presidential nominee Kamala Harris. They also discuss Wisconsin’s Supreme Court decision to suspend Milwaukee circuit judge Hannah Dugan, who has been charged with helping an illegal immigrant avoid arrest by ICE agents. Plus, they chat about Trump’s campaign-style speech in Detroit delivered on Tuesday evening, and his oval office interview with ABC News senior national correspo...
Apr 30, 2025•45 min•Ep. 848
Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss what is in store for the second 100 days of the Trump administration concerning the budget and tariffs. Then, they talk about the Trump Administration’s approach to sanctuary cities and shifting political landscape when it comes to states’ rights and federalism. Plus, Monday’s election results from Canada, and what it says about the future of Trump on the world stage. And finally, Tom Bevan talks with RCP Senior Elections Analyst Sean Trende ab...
Apr 29, 2025•45 min•Ep. 847
Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss coverage of the first 100 days of Trump’s second administration, and why Trump continues his love/hate relationship with the mainstream press. Then, they discuss this weekend’s trip to New Hampshire by Illinois governor J.B. Pritzker and his comments on fellow Democrats. And, Attorney General Pam Bondi launches an inquiry into the Democratic fundraising platform ActBlue, which has raised $16 billion for progressive causes since 2004 and is alre...
Apr 28, 2025•45 min•Ep. 846
Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann discuss the arrest of Wisconsin judge Hannah Dugan on obstruction charges after she allegedly helped an illegal immigrant evade FBI agents who were waiting outside her courtroom. Then, after yesterday’s deadly Russian attack on Kyiv, they wonder: is Donald Trump going to push Russia for concessions at the peace table? Plus, they joke about this weekend’s 2025 White House Correspondents’ Dinner, and poke fun with this week...
Apr 25, 2025•45 min•Ep. 845
Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and National Review columnist Heather Wilhelm discuss the battle between Harvard University and Donald Trump, and the results of the new Harvard Youth Poll, which tracks attitudes of Americans between the ages of 18 and 29. They also talk about a new lawsuit that claims Trump has superseded presidential authority on tariffs, and media reports that Trump has backed down on the trade war with China. Next, Andrew Walworth talks to Chris Ruddy, CEO of Newsmax Media about ...
Apr 24, 2025•45 min•Ep. 844
Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss Elon Musk’s statement that he will be turning his attention away from The Department of Government Efficiency and towards his commercial endeavors, including Tesla. And they talk about Senator Dick Durban (D-IL), the number two Democrat in the Senate, announcing today that he will not run for reelection in 2026. Then, they discuss the FDA’s decision to ban food dyes used in popular processed foods like Trix, Doritos and Gatorade. Plus, they mul...
Apr 23, 2025•45 min•Ep. 843
Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss how voters view the Trump Administration’s economic policies, including the White House’s battle with the Federal Reserve, the gyrating stock market, and tariffs. They also talk about Harvard’s move to sue the government over Trump’s demands for university reform, and a Minneapolis case where a state employee will not be criminally charged for allegedly keying six Teslas causing more than $20,000 worth of damage. Plus, Florida Republican Repres...
Apr 22, 2025•45 min•Ep. 842
Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss the political legacy of Pope Francis, who died today at the age of 88. They also talk about today’s visit to El Salvador by four Democratic members of Congress, and the Supreme Court’s decision this weekend to block the Trump Administrations’ deportation efforts. Next, they discuss new reporting that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth conducted a second group chat on recent Yemeni airstrikes, this one including his wife and brother. Plus, this week...
Apr 21, 2025•45 min•Ep. 841
Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss Secretary of State Marco Rubio saying: if there is no movement in the Ukraine peace talks within the next few days, President Trump is prepared to “move on.” And they talk about Senator Chris Van Hollen's (D. MD) meeting with Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who is in a Salvadoran prison after being deported from the United States. They also discuss the meaning of Saturday’s 250th anniversary of the first combat of the American Revolution: the Battle of L...
Apr 18, 2025•45 min•Ep. 840
Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss the internal debate among Republicans about raising the top income tax rate to 40 percent. Also, Donald Trump goes after Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, saying his termination “could not come fast enough.” Then they discuss vice chairman of the Democratic Party David Hogg, who says he will spend $20 million to help progressive candidates challenge incumbent Democrats in safe districts during the 2026 midterms. Also, a look at new report...
Apr 17, 2025•45 min•Ep. 839
Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss Maryland Senator Chris Van Hollen’s trip to El Salvador seeking the release of Abrego Garcia, and efforts by other Democrats including Senator Corey Booker (D-NJ) to visit the country. Also, Joe Biden gives a speech in Chicago attacking Donald Trump on social security. They also talk about U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi’s announcement that The Justice Department filed suit against the state of Maine for violating Title IX. Also, New York Attor...
Apr 16, 2025•45 min•Ep. 838
Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss the Trump Administration’s interpretation of the recent Supreme Court decision on the deportation and imprisonment of Abrego Garcia, and Trump’s remarks that he has asked Attorney General Pam Bondi to explore the legality of sending “homegrown” criminals to Salvadoran prisons. They also talk about Harvard University’s reaction to Trump’s demand that the university roll back DEI and alter programs that the Administration says “fuel antisemitic h...
Apr 15, 2025•45 min•Ep. 837
Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss whether Trump will in fact provide tariff relief for Chinese tech imports, and the internal struggle over tariff policy within the White House. They also talk about this weekend’s assault on the governor’s residence in Pennsylvania, and former Washington Post reporter Taylor Lorenz’s appearance on CNN, where she called accused murderer Luigi Mangione “a revolutionary, who’s famous, who’s handsome, who’s young, who’s smart, he’s a person who see...
Apr 14, 2025•45 min•Ep. 836
Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss the Supreme Court’s decision to uphold a lower court ruling that says the Trump Administration must bring back Kilmar Abrego Garcia - the man they mistakenly deported to a prison in El Salvador, and the administration’s response. Also, a look ahead to the 2028 midterm elections. Then, they talk about HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy’s claim during a cabinet meeting that his agency will launch a massive research effort, and will report to the Pre...
Apr 11, 2025•45 min•Ep. 835
Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss the shifting White House rhetoric surrounding Trump’s trade policies. They also talk about yesterday’s House vote that would curtail federal judges’ ability to place nationwide injunctions on presidential orders, and whether the measure will pass in the Senate. Plus, Donald Trump’s executive order directing the Department of Justice to investigate former White House officials Chris Krebs and Miles Taylor, who Trump accused of “treason.” Also, K...
Apr 10, 2025•45 min•Ep. 834
Tom Bevan, Phil Wegmann, and Richard Porter discuss Trump's surprise move pulling back on tariffs for everyone - except China. Then, Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon & Sean Trende discuss Ken Paxton's entry into the TX GOP Senate primary, and the news a Trump judge ruled in favor of the AP in their suit against the administration. Next, Carl Cannon talks to Salena Zito, who visited a steel factory in PA and wrote about it for the Washington Post. And finally, Tom Bevan talks to John Kass about his col...
Apr 09, 2025•45 min•Ep. 833
Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss this week’s Supreme Court decisions that at least temporarily allows Trump to continue policies that had been blocked by lower courts. They also talk about internal disagreements within the Trump White House when it comes to tariff policy. Then, Tom talks to RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann about Trump’s meeting with the Israeli prime minister. And lastly, Andrew talks to former chief economist of the World Bank and Brookings scholar H...
Apr 08, 2025•45 min•Ep. 832
Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss Former President Barrack Obama’s recent appearance at Hamilton College where he criticized the Trump Administration, and Kamala Harris’ speech on Trump’s policies where she told the audience, “I told you so”. They also talk about the market reaction to Trump’s tariffs. Amid growing calls for the president to negotiate lower trade barriers with allies and partners, will the Administration stand firm on across-the-board tariffs? Plus, they chat ab...
Apr 07, 2025•45 min•Ep. 831
Andrew Walworth, RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann and Unherd Washington correspondent Emily Jashinsky discuss the spate of new books being released on the Biden presidency, all of which recount efforts to hide Biden’s cognitive decline from the public. They also talk about the beginning of the Senate’s marathon debate over the budget resolution, and whether politicial pressure from constituents will lead any additional GOP members of Congress to break ranks with President Trump over ta...
Apr 04, 2025•45 min•Ep. 830
