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Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon, and Richard Porter discuss NFL playoffs and the latest political news. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann discuss President Trump's foreign policy, including the latest on Iran and Greenland. Then, former Vice President Mike Pence joins the guys to discuss the future of the Republican Party, which of President Trump's economic policies he objects to, and the Administration's reaction to unrest in Minneapolis. Plus, they talk about Donald Trump and his quest for the Nobel Peace Prize. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss latest the growing civil disobedience against ICE, and conflicting reporting on the resignations of federal prosecutors in Minnesota over Justice Department investigations into the shooting of Renee Good. Then, they talk about the Clintons' refusal to comply with a congressional subpoena to testify about their relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, and President Donald Trump's appearance in Detroit, where he gave a speech on affordability and gave the finger and mouthed the F word to a heckler. And, they discuss a New York Times article on Democratic Senate Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) who claims to be bullish on the party's chances of regaining the Senate in the 2026 midterms. Plus, they talk about former Rep. Mary Peltola (D-AK) announcing she's entering the race for the Senate in Alaska against incumbent Sen. Dan Sullivan. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Fox News contributor and host of the podcast “Hammertime” Mary Katherine Hamm discuss today's arguments before the Supreme Court on future of transgender athletes in women's sports. Then, they discuss yesterday's speech by Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) on the future of the Democratic Party, which prompted a phone call from President Trump. Also, New York Mayor Zohran Mamdaniyesterday joined the picket lines marching in support of the largest nurses' strike in New York City history, and announced plans to spend $4 million on new, high-tech public restrooms throughout the city. Then finally, New Yorker writer Nick Paumgarten joins the gang to remember the life and cultural contributions of Bob Weir, co-founder of the Grateful Dead who died this weekend at the age of 78. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann discuss Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell's videotaped response to receiving a subpoena from the Trump Justice Department. Also, President Trump renews his campaign pledge to rein in credit card companies by capping interest at 10 percent for a year. Then, they discuss the escalating protests in Iran, President Trump's statement that Iran's leaders have reached out for discussions, and the future of Cuba without Venezuelan oil and economic support. Next, they talk about a a new poll from Gallup that shows American voters now identify as political independents in record numbers. And finally, they chat about last night's Golden Globes, which were somewhat less political than in the past. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Carl Cannon and RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann discuss President Trump's options to respond to unrest in Iran and the latest on ICE, including the shooting in Portland, Oregon yesterday that left two persons wounded. Then, Senior Elections Analyst Sean Trende joins the guys to discuss Trump's tariff policies in light of today's Supreme Court decision not to address their legality. Also, an update on the battle over congressional redistricting and its possible effect on the midterm elections. Next, they discuss California Governor Gavin Newsom's final “state of the state” address. And finally, the guys give up their “You Cannot Be Serious” stories for the week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Carl Cannon and RCP contributor Richard Porter discuss political reaction to the shooting of a driver by ICE agents in Minneapolis yesterday and the conflicting narratives that emerged immediately following the event. Also, U.S. Navy ships seize two more oil tankers linked to Venezuela. Then, they talk about President Donald Trump's announcement that he will take steps to keep large institutional investors from buying single-family homes, claiming this will help make housing more affordable. The White House also floated the idea of allowing Americans to use their retirement and education funds to buy homes. And, they discuss the Department of Agriculture's revised dietary guidelines which change the government's “food pyramid” to emphasize protein and reduce the consumption of processed foods. Plus, they chat about the White House presenting its most recent plans for the East Wing renovation project today at a public meeting of the National Capital Planning Commission. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss the “Marco Moment,” as the internet is flooded with memes featuring Secretary of State Marco Rubio, whose profile has been raised by U.S. actions in Venezuela and renewed talk of a U.S takeover of Greenland. The they discuss President Trump‘s contention that he will be impeached if the Democrats win the House in this year's midterms. Also, Senator Mark Kelly (D-AZ), a retired navy captain and astronaut, faces off with Secretary of War, Pete Hegseth. Then the team discusses the one-year anniversary of the California wildfires and the political implications of the reconstruction effort for California Governor Gavin Newsom as he seeks the Democratic presidential nomination.  Also, President Trump cuts off $10 billion in childcare and other programs to five states controlled by Democrats, sparking a reaction from Democratic governors.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Carl Cannon and RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann discuss the fifth anniversary of January 6th, and President Trump's meeting today with House Republicans to discuss the 2026 congressional agenda. Then, Alexander B. Gray, CEO of American Global Strategies and deputy assistant for the national security council in the first Trump administration, joins them to discuss Venezuela opposition leader Maria Machado and the political future of Venezuela and White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller's statement yesterday that Greenland should “be part of” the United States. Finally, the team discusses yesterday's announcement that the the board of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CBP) has voted to shutter the organization, after Congress cut its federal funding.    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon and RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann discuss what comes next in Venezuela, Cuba and other Latin American countries after this weekend's raid by U.S. forces that resulted in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicholas Maduro. Maduro and his wife are in New York City today where they pleaded “not guilty” to federal drug trafficking charges. Then, they discuss New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani's New Year's Day inaugural address where he promised to “replace the frigidity of rugged individualism with the warmth of collectivism.” Also, today's revelation of earlier statements made by a key Mamdani housing advisor, Cea Weaver, who has been named to head the “Mayor's Office to Protect Tenants.” And then, they talk about today's announcement by Democratic Governor of Minnesota Tim Walz that he will not seek a third term this November, and whether Senator Amy Klobachar (D-MN) will run for governor of the state. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this special year end wrap up, Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss the most important political stories of 2025, and their choices for political winners and losers of the year. Next, they discuss the year's most important stories and trends in foreign policy and economics. And finally, they talk about the most significant stories and personalities in sports and culture for 2025. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss Sunday's meeting in Florida between President Donald Trump and Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky, and today's meeting between Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Then, they discuss a report that has gone viral by Youtuber Nick Shirley on government corruption and empty childcare centers in Minnesota run by Somali immigrants, and why the mainstream media has missed the story. And, they talk about FBI Director Kash Patel's announcement that the FBI will move out of the J. Edgar Hoover Building and relocate to offices once occupied by the Agency for International Development. Plus, in his 1st Christmas Day address, Pope Leo XIV discussed Gaza, immigration and the need for peace talks to end conflicts around the world. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this special “Best of 2025” edition of RCP, Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss Chicago politics with Austin Berg, Director of the Chicago Policy Center. (ORIGINAL AIRDATE: NOV 18, 2025.) Then, Mary Katherine Hamm of Outkick joins Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon to discuss the political future of Minnesota governor Tim Walz in the wake of a New York Times report that more than one billion dollars of taxpayer money has been stolen in Minnesota, in three separate plots that are currently under investigation by federal authorities. (ORIGINAL AIRDATE: DEC 3, 2025) And then, Mary Katherine Hamm of Outkick joins Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon to look at the 2028 Republican presidential field, and new polls that show Donald Trump Jr. in second place for the GOP nomination. After that they discuss "Notes on Being a Man", a new book from podcaster Scott Galloway about the state of masculinity in America. And finally, they look at football coach Lane Kiffin's controversial move from the University of Mississippi to Louisiana State University. (ORIGINAL AIRDATE: DEC 3, 2025) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss new GDP numbers that show the economy grew at 4.3 percent in the third quarter of 2025, exceeding expectations. Also, President Donald Trump announced plans yesterday to build a new class of battleship as part of what he calls “The Golden Fleet.” And Hunter Biden reemerged yesterday, criticizing his father's administration in a five-and-a-half hour long podcast where he revealed he is $15M in debt and claims there is “no generational wealth” in the Biden family. Then, James S.Robbins, Dean of Academics at the Institute of World Politics in Washington DC, joins the guys to discuss U.S. policy toward Venezuela, the naming of a new special envoy to Greenland, and the State Department's decision to reassign 30 ambassadors in order to align foreign policy with the President's directions. And they discuss CBS Editor in Chief Bari Weiss and her decision to pull a 60 Minutes report on the deportation of Venezuelan immigrants to a prison in El Salvador, saying it lacked context. Despite her last minute action, the story aired in Canada and is now available online. Also, today is Festivus, and Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) has released his annual list of grievances concerning government waste in 2025. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and RCP White House Correspondent Phil Wegmann discuss Turning Point USA's America Fest which wrapped up on Sunday, Vice President JD Vance's comments this morning regarding Nick Fuentes, and whether Vance can hold together the Republican coalition. Also singer/songwriter Nicki Manaj addressed the Turning Point USA audience on the importance of free speech, while Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) told ABC News on Sunday that he does not believe Vance stands for the traditional Republican values of free trade, lower taxes and limited government. Next, they discuss Larry Kudlow's remarks that the US economy could experience five percent growth rate in 2026, and whether such an improvement in the country's economic fortunes could help the GOP retain control of the House in the midterms. And, they discuss the political fortunes of Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-NY), who announced her withdrawal from the New York governors race after President Trump did not endorse her. Also, CBS Editor in Chief Bari Weiss this weekend pulled a segment from 60 Minutes at the last minute, saying it lacked context. The reporter on the story, Sharyn Alfonsi has protested – saying that the segment was screened five times internally. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss the decision by the Democratic National Committee to not release the long-awaited autopsy report on the 2024 election, and Judge Hanna C. Dugan of Wisconsin is convicted of obstructing federal immigration agents and helping a Mexican immigrant avoid capture outside her courtroom. Then, Presidential historian Tevi Troy joins the guys to remember the life and contribution of writer and editor Norman Podhoretz, the influential neoconservative who died this week at the age of 95. Then, they look at a new survey by the Manhattan Institute which looks at the change and continuity of attitudes within the Republican Party. Next, they discuss President Donald Trump's announcement of plans to celebrate “Freedom 250” next year, including a state fair on the national mall, a UFC match on the grounds of the White House, and “The Patriot Games,” a sporting event which features the best two high school athletes from all 50 states and US territories. Then finally, the guys give up their “You Cannot Be Serious” stories for the week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon and RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann discuss last night's address to the nation by President Donald Trump and the promise of a “warriors' dividend” of $1,776 to most American service members. Also, insight into White House reaction to this week's Vanity Fair article and photos of White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles and other senior administration officials. Then, they discuss the addition of descriptive plaques to the presidential portraits on the “Presidential Walk of Fame” that President Trump installed in September. Also, a new poll claims that Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) would best Vice President JD Vance in a head-to-head contest for the presidency. Then lastly, they talk about a new article in the online publication The Compact by Jacob Savage about what he calls “The Lost Generation” of white male millennials whose professional careers were set back by DEI in the early 2000s. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon preview tonight's address to the nation by President Donald Trump and discuss the politics surrounding the fact that Congress will likely end the year without extending subsidies to the ACA. Then, Democratic strategist Maria Cardona joins the guys to discuss the state of the Democratic Party, strategies to win Congress in 2026, and the presidency in 2028. And finally, they discuss President Trump's $10 billion libel suit against the BBC and Mediaite's list of the most influential people in the news media in 2025, which includes Megyn Kelly who they ranked as number three. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles interview with Vanity Fair published today, where she said the President has an “alcoholic personality” and spoke critically of some top Trump Administration figures. They also talk about a Washington Post article based on Rasmusen pollster Mark Mitchell's meeting with President Donald Trump which outlines the stressed relationship between President Trump and his MAGA base. Next, lawyer and frequent RCP contributor Richard Porter joins the guys to discuss Mayor Brandon Johnson's leadership in Chicago and Illinois governor JB Pritzker's chances to win the 2028 Democratic presidential nomination. Then, they discuss Vice President JD Vance's visit today to Pennsylvania, where he addressed affordability. And finally, they talk about the conviction by Chinese authorities of Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai for sedition, and whether the US and Britain can take steps to free him. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss three violent incidents from the weekend: the antisemitic massacre at Bondi Beach in Australia that left 15 dead and 40 wounded, the shooting at Brown University where the assailant is still at large, and the attack on U.S. troops in Syria that left two US soldiers and an interpreter dead. Then, they discuss CBS News Editor Bari Weiss' town hall event with Erika Kirk and the announcement that Kirk plans to meet privately with Candace Owens. Next, they talk about the fight over control of Warner Bros/Disney between Netflix and Paramount, and what it may mean for the future of CNN. Then finally, they discuss the release by House Democrats of new photos and images from the estate of Jeffrey Epstein, including pictures of Donald Trump. And tragically, director and political activist Rob Reiner and his wife were murdered this weekend, Reiner's son is in custody, and President Donald Trump reacted with a social media post. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss President Donald Trump's social media post pardoning ex-Colorado election office Tina Peters, who was convicted on state charges of election interference and sentenced to a nine-year prison term. Trump's pardon raises questions of the limits on presidential pardons, which are largely understood to apply only to federal crimes, not to convictions by individual states, as is in the Peters case. Also, the Indiana Senate yesterday rejected a Trump-backed redistricting map, and other states are seeming to back off from efforts to gerrymander districts for partisan gain before the 2026 midterms. Then, they discuss new videos, photos and files obtained by CBS News showing what alleged Minnesota Somali scammers did with the proceeds of COVID related fraud against the federal government. Also, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem was grilled yesterday during a House hearing, in which Rep. Bennie Thompson (D-Mississippi) referred to the ambush of two National Guardsman in Washington, DC as an "unfortunate accident". Then, they talk about Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's announcement that the city would proceed with a corporate head tax on employees working within the city, despite objections from fellow Democrats. And finally, the guys share their "You Cannot Be Serious" stories for the week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss the interception of an oil tanker by the U.S. Navy yesterday off the coast of Venezuela, today's Senate vote on healthcare subsidies, and where Congress will go next on funding Obamacare. Then, Jonathan Butcher, author of the new book The Polarization Myth, joins the guys to discuss research Butcher says reveals that Americans are less divided on certain key social issues than is portrayed by the media. And then, they talk about today's introduction of the “Trump Gold Card,” a new U.S. visa that foreigners can purchase for $1 million and is predicted to raise billions for the U.S. treasury. Also, controversy surrounds the new Barrack Obama Presidential Library, scheduled to open in six months in Chicago on land that was formerly part of the historic Jackson Park. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann discuss a new article in the Atlantic magazine commenting on President Donald Trump's age and acuity, and a New York Times profile of Kamala Harris that speculates on her political future. Then, they talk about President Donald Trump's 97-minute-long speech in Pennsylvania yesterday addressing “affordability,” and Elon Musk's remarks on the Katie Miller podcast yesterday about whether he considered DOGE a success, and whether he would do it again. And lastly, they discuss the results of yesterday's mayoral run-off election in Miami, where a Democrat won for the first time in more than 30 years. Also, Charlie Kirk's new book, released yesterday, is already a huge hit, and the Indianapolis Colts have brought back 44-year-old quarterback Philip Rivers to start in their face-off this weekend against the Seattle Seahawks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss President Donald Trump's trip to Pennsylvania today to address “affordability,” and his announcement yesterday of $12 billion in aid to U.S. farmers. Then, RCP Senior Elections Analyst Sean Trende joins the guys to discuss the state of the redistricting battles in states across the country, yesterday's Supreme Court arguments on executive power, and Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) who announced last night that she will run for Senate in Texas. Then finally, they discuss Australia's decision to ban social media for children under the age of 16, and Democratic presidential hopeful Rahm Emanuel's advocacy of similar measures in the United States. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss Secretary of War Pete Hegseth's address to the Reagan Defense Forum on Saturday where he called President Donald Trump the “true heir” to Reagan and attacked “neo-Reaganites” who in his words, “sought global military hegemony under the auspices of peace through strength.” Also, Marjorie Taylor Greene appeared on 60 Minutes to discuss: why she split with President Trump, and the threats to her and her family after Trump labelled her a “traitor". Then, they discuss a lengthy New York Times critique of immigration policy under President Joe Biden, and what its publication may say about the Democratic Party's policy on immigration going forward. Also, they chat about a new piece in The Epoch Times which describes how an immigrant family's daughter's college education affected her assimilation experience. And they discuss this morning's announcement by Former House Rep. Colin Allred (D-TX) that he is dropping out of the Texas Senate race, and what that may mean for Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) who has scheduled a press appearance this afternoon to discuss her political future. Plus, after granting a presidential pardon to Rep. Henry Cuellar (D-TX), President Trump criticizes the congressman for deciding to run again for his office as a Democrat. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss today's FIFA event at the Kennedy Center in Washington DC, where President Donald Trump received the first ever FIFA Peace Prize. Also, Trump has renamed the U.S. Peace Institute after himself, and used it as the venue for yesterday's signing of a peace accord between The Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda. Then, RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann joins Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon to discuss the arrest of the alleged Jan. 6, 2021 pipe-bombing suspect, and what the arrest means for FBI Director Kash Patel and Deputy FBI Director Dan Bongino. Also a look at new economic numbers on inflation released this morning, and their implications for next week's Federal Reserve vote on interest rates, scheduled for December 10th. Then finally, they discuss yesterday's Supreme Court's decision on redistricting in Texas. The Court blocked a lower court decision that found the new boundaries were likely unconstitutional because they were drawn based on race, allowing Texas to adopt the congressional map designed by the GOP in the upcoming 2026 midterms. Also, "You Cannot Be Serious" stories for the week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss the announcement that only one house has been rebuilt since wildfires devastated the Pacific Palisades in Southern California, as Los Angeles city officials continue to block reconstruction efforts. Also, which party will pay the political price if there is no compromise on continuing Obamacare subsidies before the end of the year? Then, Reagan Institute Policy Director Rachel Hoff joins Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon to discuss a new poll from the Institute on American attitudes toward foreign policy issues, including support for NATO and Ukraine and views on the role of artificial intelligence in the U.S. military. And then, Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss Turning Point USA's public reaction to Candace Owens, who has spread conspiracy theories about the assassination of Charlie Cook, and Charlie Kirk Show producer Blake Neff's invitation to Owens to appear on a special program dedicated to answering her accusations. Also, a new poll from the Media Research Center shows that only 24 percent of respondents correctly described Kirk's alleged assassin as holding left-wing views.. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss takeaways from yesterday's special election in Tennessee's seventh congressional district, where Republican Matt Van Epps beat Democrat Aftyn Behn by nine points. Also, President Donald Trump calls affordability a Democratic hoax during yesterday's televised cabinet meeting. Then, OutKick columnist Mary Katherine Hamm joins the guys to discuss the political future of Minnesota governor Tim Walz in the wake of a New York Times report that more than one billion dollars of taxpayer money has been stolen in Minnesota, in three separate plots that are currently under investigation by federal authorities. Also, a look at the 2028 Republican presidential field, and new polls that show Donald Trump Jr. in second place for the GOP nomination. After that they discuss "Notes on Being a Man", a new book from podcaster Scott Galloway about the state of masculinity in America. And finally, they look at football coach Lane Kiffin's controversial move from the University of Mississippi to Louisiana State University. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss today's special election in Tennessee's reliably red seventh congressional district, where Democratic candidate Aftyn Behn is locked in a surprisingly close race with Republican Matt Van Epps for the seat vacated last summer by Representative Mark Green. Then, they discuss today's cabinet meeting at the White House, and what is next in Venezuela and the Ukraine War. Also, new reporting on Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, USN Admiral Frank Mitch Bradley and the September 2nd attack on an alleged drug gun boat in the Caribbean, where two survivors of the initial airstrike were reportedly killed by a follow-on strike. And lastly they discuss a plan announced by billionaire Michael Dell and his wife Susan to give $250 to each of 25 million American children to supplement proposed “Trump Accounts,” for a total gift of $6.25 billion. Plus, they chat about new rules going into effect for Pentagon reporters, with press briefings scheduled for this week that will be attended by only a few conservative outlets. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss whether the recent ambush of two National Guard members by an Afghan national will prompt changes in immigration law, and President Donald Trump's remarks about Somali immigrants and the need for what he calls “reverse migration". Then, they discuss press reports that the U.S. Military killed two survivors of a September 2nd attack on a drug boat in the Caribbean, and Congressional calls for an investigation into Secretary of War Pete Hegseth's role in the alleged incident. Then finally, they talk about a New Yorker article by Benjamin Wallace-Wells on the effect of rising political violence on Americans' willingness to participate in politics, and what can be done to lower the temperature of the national debate. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Happy Thanksgiving! Here are some past interviews for you to enjoy on this holiday. Carl Cannon talks to human rights advocate Katrina Lantos Swett about threats to religious liberty here and around the world. Lantos Swett is President of the Lantos Foundation for Human Rights and Justice, and former Chair and Vice-Chair of the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF). Tom Bevan talks to John Tillman, the founder of MediaPedia, a new company that hopes to provide transparency when it comes to media bias. The company uses artificial intelligence to rate the ideological leaning of reporters, which it says allows it to “empower news consumers to see the bias behind the bylines of legacy news outlets.” Andrew Walworth talks to war correspondent and former New York Times Pentagon reporter Thom Shanker about singer/songwriter Warren Zevon, whose gimlet-eyed view of world politics endeared him to a generation of foreign policy practitioners and observers. Zevon, who died in 2003 from cancer, was earlier this month inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss this morning's lengthy New York Times article exploring whether President Donald Trump is showing his age. Also, in what many view as a new low, former MSNBC host Joy Reid advances what she calls a “MAGA fairy tale,” in which Vice President JD Vance will leave his wife Usha to marry Charlie Kirk's widow, Erika Kirk, because “he needs a white queen instead of a brown Hindu.” Reid's MSNBC show was cancelled last February. Next, RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann joins the guys to discuss today's leak of a conversation between Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and his Russian counterpart, as well as who might have been the source behind the leak. They also discuss Wegmann's most recent RCP article on the split within the Republican Party on foreign policy, as revealed by the latest round of negotiations over the war in Ukraine. Then, they talk about new data from Emerson College polling that shows that the upcoming special election in Tennessee's deep red seventh district is surprisingly close, with Democrat Aftyn Behn now within two points of Republican Matt Van Epps. And finally, they look at annual advice columns on talking politics around the Thanksgiving table. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss the latest on ceasefire negotiations in the Ukraine War, and whether Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio are at odds over how to move forward. Also, a look at the possible court martial of Senator Mark Kelly for his participation in a video that urged service members to refuse unlawful orders from their superiors. And a judge decides to delay the Administration's case against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James. Then, Will Rinehart of the American Enterprise Institute joins the guys to discuss the politics of building new, massive data centers across the country and Americans' attitudes toward artificial intelligence. Then finally, they discuss polling in New Hampshire that shows Pete Buttigieg in first place in the race for the 2028 Democratic presidential nomination, and an article in the RealClearPolitics Takeaway newsletter today on new polling from The Pew Research Center concerning voters' feelings about President Trump's job performance. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss relations between President Donald Trump and New York mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, and whether the two can find common ground to help make the city more affordable for its residents. Also, Trump is developing his plan to address the high cost of health insurance. Will it be the basis for a compromise that could avoid a government shutdown in January? Then, Dean of the Institute for World Politics - James S. Robbins joins the guys to discuss the latest on ceasefire negotiations in Ukraine, and the rising military pressure on Venezuela, as Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Dan “Raizin” Cain visits troops in the Caribbean. Then lastly, they discuss the news that Rep. Marjorie Tayor Greene (R-GA) will depart Congress in January, and what her political future may hold. Plus, a “teen takeover” of the annual tree-lighting ceremony in Chicago's Millennium Park in Chicago on Friday night left one 14-year old boy dead from gunfire and many others wounded, raising new questions about the way the city handles crime. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss a video released by six Democratic lawmakers with military and national security backgrounds that urges American service members to not follow illegal orders from their superiors, and President Donald Trump's response. They also talk about Senator Eric Swalwell (D.CA) declaring his candidacy in the governor's race in California, and Trump critic George Conway saying he may enter the Democratic primary for Rep. Jerry Nadler's congressional seat in mid-town Manhattan. Next, they discuss front page stories in The Washington Post and The Wall Street Journal about the growing involvement of billionaires in American politics, and the struggle of middleclass Americans to make ends meet. Then, Rep. Gosh Gottheimer (D-NJ) joins the guys to discuss whether Democrats and Republicans can devise a compromise on health insurance costs that will avoid another government shutdown in January. And finally, a look ahead at today's Oval Office meeting between President Donald Trump and mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani and they give their “You Cannot Be Serious” stories of the week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss the announcement that President Donald Trump and New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani will meet for the first time face-to-face tomorrow in the Oval Office. And, they talk about Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent telling Fox News that taxpayers may receive a $2,000 “tariff dividend” next year, but he hopes they won't spend it. Then, they discuss today's funeral in Washington DC for former Vice President Dick Cheney. Plus, Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL) has been indicted on charges of stealing $5 million from FEMA during the Covid 19 crisis, funds she allegedly largely used to run for a seat in the House of Representatives, and hedge fund billionaire Tom Steyers announces his candidacy for the governor's race in California. Then finally, Nick Troiano, executive director of Unite America and the author of the book "The Primary Solution", joins the guys to discuss his proposal to create open primaries, a reform that he says will make politicians more responsive to all their constituents, not just the party faithful who vote in closed primary elections. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss reports of a “secret” peace plan that is being negotiated by President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff and his Russian counterparts without input from Ukraine. Then, they talk about fallout from yesterday's Oval Office comments by President Trump and Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman about the murder of Saudi dissident and journalist Jamal Khashoggi. Next, RCP White House reporter Phil Wegmann joins the guys to discuss what's next in the efforts to compel the Justice Department to release documents related to the Epstein case. And, they chat about Trump's relations with the press: he insults Bloomberg reporter Catherine Lucey, calling her “piggy” on Air Force One, and during yesterday's Oval Office press opportunity, he tells ABC News White House reporter Mary Bruce that the FCC should revoke the network's license. Then finally, they discuss the state of the redistricting battle across the country, including Texas where Republicans have filed an appeal to the Supreme Court challenging a federal three-judge panel's rejection of the most recent remapping of the state's congressional districts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss new revelations from Tucker Carlson and Miranda Devine of the New York Post that raise questions about what the FBI knew about Thomas Crooks, the would-be assassin who fired 8 shots at a Trump campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania last summer, wounding Trump and one other and killing Corey Comperatore. And they talk about, FBI Director Kash Patel coming under fire from within the agency for his use of the FBI's plane and for providing a security detail to his girlfriend, country singer Alexis Wilkins. Next, they discuss today's White House visit by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, and yesterday's vote by the United Nations Security Council endorsing Trump's peace plan for Gaza. Then finally, the Director of the Chicago Policy Center, Austin Berg, joins the guys to discuss the politics behind the alarming hikes in property taxes in Cook County, and whether higher property taxes will lead to a tax revolt. Plus, they talk about the House of Representatives advancing a resolution to condemn Chicago Rep. Jesús “Chuy” García for timing his retirement announcement to ensure his chief of staff would be the only candidate able to register for the Democratic primary ballot in the race to succeed him. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss President Donald Trump's changing position on: the release of the Epstein files, reciprocal tariffs on key grocery items, and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA). They also discuss recent developments in Latin America including riots in Mexico City over the weekend, Sunday's presidential election results in Chile, and comments from President Donald Trump that President Nicolas Maduro of Venezuela is seeking a dialogue with the United States. Then, they talk about Axios' reporting that New York Times columnist Ezra Klein is raising concerns at the paper that he is providing advice to key players in the Democratic Party, including 2028 presidential hopefuls. Plus, Disney stock is down 9 percent in recent days. They wonder what's behind the price drop, and are streaming services becoming too expensive? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the challenges facing the leadership of both parties, as President Donald Trump and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer face increased criticism from their political bases. Then, they discuss the Ford Motor Company's decision to suspend production of its all-electric F-150 Lightning pickup truck, the future of electric vehicles, and Ford CEO Jim Farley's recent comments about the growing need for more skilled technical workers. And then winding it up, they talk about the new data from Gallup about the declining religiosity of Americans, and why in a recent Gallup poll 40 percent of young American women say they would like to permanently move to a different country. Plus, the guys give up their “You Cannot Be Serious” stories for the week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon and RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann discuss last night's signing ceremony at the White House where President Donald Trump ended the government shutdown and talked about the future of healthcare subsidies. Then, Andrew, Tom and Carl discuss yesterday's release of selected Jeffrey Epstein emails and whether House and Senate Republicans will split from the President when forced to vote on the release of the full Epstein files. And finally, author and political commentator Chris Matthews joins the guys to discuss his new book Lessons From Bobby: Ten Reasons Robert F. Kennedy Still Matters, and what today's Democrats and Republicans can learn from Kennedy's personal and political career. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss how both Republicans and Democrats are claiming victory following the longest government shutdown in history, and they preview tonight's House vote on reopening the government. Then, they talk about the new emails from Jeffrey Epstein about his involvement with Donald Trump which was released today by House Democrats, and the upcoming House vote on releasing the Epstein files. Plus, President John F. Kennedy's grandson Jack Schlossberg, who is best known for his social media posts, announced that he is running for Congress in New York's 12th District in central Manhattan. And winding it up, Fred Ryan, director of the Ronald Reagan Center on Civility and Democracy and publisher and CEO of the Washington Post from 2014 to 2023, joins the guys to discuss the Justice Department's decision to investigate the violence that broke out Monday on the Berkeley campus during an event sponsored by Turning Point USA, and what can be done to improve public dialogue about politics in general. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Author and RCP contributor John J. Waters joins Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon to discuss Veterans Day, 2025 and the 250th anniversary of the founding of the U.S. Marine Corp. They also talk about last night's appearance by President Donald Trump on the Laura Ingraham Show on Fox News, where he discussed what he sees as American voters' misperceptions of the economy. Also, they look at Trump's proposal to introduce a 50-year mortgage, and what it would mean for home ownership in America. Then, they discuss the fight within the Democratic Party over ending the Democratic filibuster in the Senate and increasing calls from progressives for Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer to step aside. Also, while Zohran Mamdani's victory in the New York mayor's race has gained the most attention , other candidates associated with the Democratic Socialists of America are faring well in local elections across the country. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss today's Senate vote to end the Democratic filibuster and reopen the government, as well as the split within the Democratic Party over ending the government shutdown. They also discuss President Donald Trump's appearance Sunday at the Washington Commanders/Detroit Lions game, his promise to provide $2,000 to most Americans due to his tariff policies, and his pardon of more than 70 individuals including former New York City mayor Rudy Giuliani and former White House chief of staff Mark Meadows for their roles in challenging the results of the 2020 elections. Next, they discuss the possible reasons why the BBC's director general and head of news - resigned over the past weekend. And finally they talk about today's White House visit by the new president of Syria, a former terrorist who until recently had a $10 million bounty on his head, and Warren Zevon's induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss new polling on candidate preferences for the 2028 presidential nomination for both parties, and this morning's reporting from Politico that Secretary of State Marco Rubio is telling close associates that he believes Vice President JD Vance is the frontrunner for the Republican nomination. Then, they talk about the role of energy prices in last Tuesday's election, and President Donald Trump's new agreement with pharmaceutical manufacturers to sell GLP-1 products like Wegovy and Zepbound at discounted prices to Medicare and Medicaid recipients. Then finally, the guys discuss the jury verdict in Washington, DC of the former Justice Department employee who threw a sandwich at a federal officer in protest last August. Plus, this week's “You Cannot Be Serious” stories. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

RCP Senior Elections Analyst Sean Trende joins Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon to discuss the results of Tuesday's election, the future of redistricting, and the arguments at the Supreme Court over President Trump's tariff policy. Then, they discuss Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) who announced this morning that she will not run for reelection. And, they take a look at New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's acceptance speech and whether he is the future of the Democratic Party. Then, finally they talk about the decision by the FAA to reduce air traffic by ten percent at 40 major airports, and the politics of the shutdown in the wake of Tuesday's election. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Speaker of the House Mike Johnson joins Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann to discuss what last night's election mean for Republicans, the government shutdown, and Donald Trump and the upcoming 2026 midterms. Next, they discuss the results of last night's election, including passage of Proposition 50 in California. And finally, they talk about what pollsters got right and wrong from last night's election. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the election in California, where voters head to the polls to vote on Gavin Newsom's plan to redistrict the state to create a more favorable map for Democrats. Also, a look at where redistricting efforts stand in other states, including Maryland where Governor Wes Moore announced an advisory commission on redistricting that might eliminate the state's sole Republican congressional district. Then, they discuss a House plan to break the deadlock over the partial government shutdown, and whether Senate Republicans are warming to President Donald Trump's push for a repeal of the filibuster. Plus, in a move that is remarkable even by the standards of Chicago politics, Rep. Jesus Chuy Garcia (D-IL) has withdrawn his re-election bid at the last moment in order to pave the way for his chief of staff to run unopposed for his seat. Then, they talk about the national implications of the governor's races in Virginia and New Jersey, and the mayoral race in New York City. And, they look at the remarkable life of former Vice President Dick Cheney, who died yesterday at the age of 84. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann preview tomorrow's elections in New York, New Jersey, and Virginia, with an eye to what the results may mean for the 2026 midterms, and whether former President Barrack Obama's campaign appearances in New Jersey and Virginia will help Democratic turnout. Then, they discuss last night's 60 Minutes interview with President Donald Trump, including his comments on why he believes GOP senators should vote to end the filibuster. Plus, they look at the RCP Average for President Donald Trump's job approval rating and the RCP Average for the 2026 generic congressional vote. Then finally, they talk about the Supreme Court, which will hear arguments this Wednesday on Trump's authority to impose tariffs through executive order. They also discuss Wegmann's new RCP article on The Heritage Foundation, the Washington-based think tank that is embroiled in controversy after its president, Kevin Robers, came to the defense of Tucker Carlson after Carlson's interview with Nick Fuentes, the 26-year-old white nationalist popular on the far right for his avowedly antisemitic views. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss President Donald Trump's social media post calling on Senate Republicans to get rid of the filibuster in order to reopen the government. Also, this weekend federal food stamps payments are scheduled to start running out and ACA enrollment begins, which some feel will help spur Senators from both parties to compromise and stop the partial government shutdown. Then, they discuss races in Virginia, New Jersey and New York City as the final weekend of the 2025 election season begins. Plus, a look at Alvin Bragg's campaign for New York District Attorney, where candidates have been largely silent on the unsuccessful outcome of his case against Donald Trump. Next, political scientist and author Charles Murray joins the guys to talk about his new book, Taking Religion Seriously. Murray is best known for thought-provoking political books like Losing Ground, The Bell Curve and Coming Apart. His latest effort is the story of his own faith journey and personal reflection on the nature of God, nature and existence. Then finally, the guys talk up this week's “You Cannot Be Serious” stories. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss President Donald Trump's Asia trip, including the results of his meeting in South Korea with Chinese President Xi Jinping. They also discuss a new Atlantic article about how several high-ranking Trump officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, White House advisor Stephen Miller, and Security of Homeland Security Kristi Noem have recently decided to relocate their homes to military bases in order to better protect themselves and their families from threats of violence. Next, they talk about the political impact of artificial intelligence as it changes the U.S. workforce. Major employers like Amazon, UPS and GM have recently announced cuts in middle management positions in anticipation of AI replacing white collar workers. And finally, Carl Cannon talks with Larry Sanger, co-founder of Wikipedia and Director of the Knowledge Standards Foundation, about his "Nine Theses on Wikipedia," and whether the site can find its way back to neutrality before a competitor steps in. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.