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The Megyn Kelly Show
Left Losing Meme War, Chelsea Clinton's Pod, and How AI Helps Scammers, with RealClearPolitics Hosts and Eric O'Neill | Ep. 1162

The Megyn Kelly Show

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 130:42


Megyn Kelly is joined by Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon, and Andrew Walworth, RealClearPolitics Hosts, to discuss the unfunny Democrats not being able to take a joke, the left losing the PR battle as the government shutdown continues, the left and media's reaction to Trump's ongoing sombrero memes, how the shutdown may ultimately end, what's really happening with Kamala Harris' book tour, whether she's prepping a run for president, Chelsea Clinton's new anti-MAHA podcast, her being the “ultimate nepo baby,” why she's using the term "Dr." before her name, and more. Then Eric O'Neill, author of "Spies, Lies, and Cybercrime," joins to discuss cyber-scams that have become more frequent, how AI is making cybersecurity even harder, how people can protect against it, how O'Neill was able to catch one of the most prolific spies in American history, and more. Bevan, Walworth, & Cannon- https://www.realclearpolitics.com/O'Neill- https://ericoneill.net/books/spies_and_lies/ SelectQuote: Life insurance is never cheaper than it is today. Get the right life insurance for YOU, for LESS, and save more than fifty percent at https://selectquote.com/megynVandy Crisps: Get 25% off your first order | Use code MK at https://vandycrisps.com/MKByrna: Go to https://Byrna.com or your local Sportsman's Warehouse today.Riverbend Ranch: Visit https://riverbendranch.com/ | Use promo code MEGYN for $20 off your first order.  Follow The Megyn Kelly Show on all social platforms:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/MegynKellyTwitter: http://Twitter.com/MegynKellyShowInstagram: http://Instagram.com/MegynKellyShowFacebook: http://Facebook.com/MegynKellyShow Find out more information at:https://www.devilmaycaremedia.com/megynkellyshow Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

RealClearPolitics Takeaway
The Government Shutdown

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2025 34:24


Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the politics of the government shutdown, which government functions will be affected, and the possibility that the Trump administration will use the shutdown to fire thousands of government employees. Then, they talk about Trump's withdrawal of E.J. Antoni's nomination as director of the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and the fact that BLS will not issue Friday's jobs report due to the government shutdown. Next, they discuss new revelations from the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committees chaired by Sen. Rand Paul about the TSA's “Quiet Skies” surveillance program, which placed then Representative Tulsi Gabbard and at least three other members of Congress on a watch list. And finally, the guys chat about next month's New Jersey gubernatorial election and recent controversies concerning Democratic nominee Mikie Sherill, who was blocked from attending her own graduation ceremony at the US Naval Academy due to her involvement in a 1994 cheating scandal. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

RealClearPolitics Takeaway
Trump's Address to the Military

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 45:06


Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss Secretary of War Pete Hegseth's and President Donald Trump's address to top military brass today. They also talk about the politics of a government shutdown, and whether the loss of federal jobs will affect how Democrats view the closure. Then, they talk about the good sales numbers for Kamala Harris' new book, and yesterday's decision by a federal judge to block the Trump Administration from firing more that 500 employees of the US Agency for Global Media, which oversees the Voice of America, Radio Free Europe and other international broadcasters. Then finally, RDP contributor Maggie Miller talks with writer and podcaster Ana Kasparian about her latest piece for RealClear Investigations on the state of the California economy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

RealClearPolitics Takeaway
Trump Sends Troops to Portland

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 45:05


Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss President Trump's announcement that he plans to send federal troops to Portland, Oregon in order to protect federal ICE facilities, a move challenged in court by the city's mayor and the state's governor. They also discuss the shooting at a Michigan LDS church this weekend that left four people dead and at least eight people injured. Then, they talk about the media's reaction to the indictment of former FBI Director James Comey and Trump's promise to seek indictments against others. And they discuss New York City Mayor Eric Adams' decision to drop out of his race for re-election, and raucous fan behavior at the Ryders Cup golf tournament. Then finally, Peter Berkowitz, author of the new book "Explaining Israel: The Jewish State, the Middle East, and America" joins the guys to discuss his book and the historic White House meeting today between Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Bibi Netanyahu. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

RealClearPolitics Takeaway
Indictment for Former FBI Director Jamey Comey

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 45:05


Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon talk about the indictment issued by a grand jury yesterday for former FBI director James Comey. Also, they discuss reports that the Justice Department is pushing for a federal investigation of the Open Society Foundations, a group founded by billionaire George Soros. They also discuss whether Senate Democrats will hold the line against a seven-week government funding stopgap passed by the House, and whether the Trump Administration's threat to fire government workers in the event of a shutdown will pressure Democratic Senators to break ranks with leadership. Plus, they take a look at this year's Ryders Cup, which started today at the Bethpage Black Course in New York, with President Trump in attendance. Next, Attorney and RCP contributor Richard Porter joins the guys to discuss the legal strategy behind the James Comey indictment and what happens next in the trial of the former FBI Director. And finally, the guys chat about their favorite stories in this week's “You Cannot Be Serious” segment. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

RealClearPolitics Takeaway
Trump's Threat to Fire Federal Workers

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 45:05


Andrew Walworth, Carl Cannon and RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann discuss the White House threat to fire federal workers if Congress allows the government to shut down on October 1st. They also talk about Wegmann's in-depth profile of Education Secretary Linda McMahon, who says it is her intent to the be “the last Secretary of Education". Plus, they discuss the emerging rivalry between Kamala Harris and California governor Gavin Newsom in the run-up to the 2028 Democratic presidential primary, and Harris' complaint in her new book that Newsom didn't return a text when she reached out to him to discuss the announcement of her 2024 presidential run. Then winding it up, Emerson College Polling director Spencer Kimball joins Andrew Walworth and Carl Cannon to discuss new polling from Emerson that shows the New Jersey governor's race a dead heat, considerably closer than the RCP average, which shows Democratic candidate Mikie Sherrill up 6.5 points over Republican Jack Ciattarelli. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

C-SPAN Radio - C-SPAN's The Weekly
Post-Season Baseball and Presidents – 8 Memorable Moments - with Carl Cannon

C-SPAN Radio - C-SPAN's The Weekly

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 42:22


It's that wonderful time of year ... time for the Major League Baseball post-season. And not just time for the playoffs and the World Series – but also time for politicians to talk about the playoffs and the World Series. In particular, Presidents and presidential candidates. Like President Donald Trump ... November 4th, 2019 ... welcoming the World Series champions Washington Nationals to the South Lawn of the White House… "Today, the First Lady and I are thrilled to welcome to the White House the 2019 World Series Champions, the Washington Nationals. For the first time in nearly 100 years, our nation's capital is celebrating a World Series victory. That's big stuff. The last time Washington, D.C. was home to the World Series champs, the President was a gentleman named Calvin Coolidge. That's a long time ago." In this week's episode of C-SPAN's podcast "The Weekly," hear eight memorable moments when the baseball post-season intersected with presidents and presidential candidates. And then learn the political history AND the baseball history surrounding each memorable moment -with a very special guest. Carl Cannon .. .He's Washington Bureau Chief of RealClearPolitics and Executive Editor of RealClear Media Group…. Carl Cannon has the two requisite requirements for this episode: He's a presidential historian … and he's a baseball fanatic. Which are the 8 memorable moments? And what does Carl Cannon say about each of them? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

RealClearPolitics Takeaway
Jimmy Kimmel's Return to ABC

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 50:18


Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss Jimmy Kimmel's return to ABC last night and President Trump's threat to “test” ABC on this with a possible law suit. They also talk about the announcement by the House Judiciary Committee that Google has agreed to stop using third-party fact-checkers and to welcome back to the platform creators they had previously removed due to political speech violations on topics such as COVID-19 and election integrity. Next, they discuss the attack on an ICE facility this morning that left two detainees dead and one in critical condition. And, they discuss House Democrats' request that the government release tape that allegedly shows White House border czar Tom Homan accepting a bag of $50,000 cash from undercover federal agents, a charge the White House denies. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

RealClearPolitics Takeaway
Trump's Day at the United Nations' 80th General Assembly

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2025 45:05


Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss President Trump's appearance today at the United Nations' 80th General Assembly in New York, where he spoke about immigration, climate change, and the future of the UN. Then, they talk about the publication of Kamala Harris' book on the 2024 campaign," 107 Days", and her promotional appearances on The View, MSNBC and other outlets. Plus, they also discuss tonight's return of Jimmy Kimmel to ABC, whether his return is a victory for free speech, and the decision by station owners Sinclair and Nexstar to continue preempting the program in their local markets. Then winding it up, RCP columnist Melinda Henneberger joins the gang to discuss her reaction to the memorial service for Charlie Kirk and her op-ed “Let's Respond To Kirk's Murder By Listening As Well As Speaking,” published today on RCP's front page. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

RealClearPolitics Takeaway
The Charlie Kirk Memorial Service

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2025 44:06


Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss Sunday's memorial service for Charlie Kirk, including conflicting remarks by his widow Erika Kirk and President Donald Trump on the subject of forgiveness. Also, Tulsi Gabbard and Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) both speak out about the importance of First Amendment rights in the wake of Charlie Kirk's assassination. Then, they discuss today's White House announcement on the causes and possible treatment for autism, and the response from the maker of Tylenol regarding its safety for use during pregnancy. Next, they talk about Sunday's decision by the UK, Canada and Australia to formally recognize the state of Palestine, and France's announcement that it will do the same thing soon in advance of the United Nations' 80th General Assembly in New York. Lastly, they're joined by RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann to chat about the White House assessment of the Charlie Kirk memorial service and preview the President's speech tomorrow at the UN. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

RealClearPolitics Takeaway
The Suspension of Jimmy Kimmel from ABC

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2025 45:05


Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann discuss the reaction to the suspension of Jimmy Kimmel from ABC, and the role that FCC Chairman Brendan Carr and President Trump have played in the network's decision. Then, they talk about President Trump's announcement from the UK that he will designate Antifa as a major terrorist group, and what that may mean at the Justice Department and the FBI going forward. Plus, they discuss today's excerpt from Kamala Harris' forthcoming book published by the Atlantic, in which she says Pete Buttigieg was her first choice as running mate, but thought that pairing a gay man and a black woman on the presidential ticket “was too big of a risk". Then finally, Carl Cannon talks with Tim Shriver, founder and CEO of UNITE and co-creator of the Dignity Index, about how to regain civility in our public discourse. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

RealClearPolitics Takeaway
Where Did This Come From?

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2025 45:06


Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the reaction to Attorney General Pam Bondi's remarks yesterday concerning hate speech, and Stephen Miller's comments that the Justice Department would pursue “left-wing organizations that are promoting violence in this country.” Then they discuss today's Senate hearing featuring FBI Director Kash Patel, his handling of the investigation into the assassination of Charlie Kirk, and his stewardship of the agency so far. They talk about U.S relations with Venezuela after the U.S. blew up a second Venezuelan vessel that was allegedly carrying drugs destined for America. Also, remembering actor and activist Robert Redford, who died today at the age of 89. RCP Contributor Charlie Stone talks to New York Times journalist and author David Gelles about his new biography, Dirtbag Billionaire: How Yvon Chouinard Built Patagonia, Made a Fortune, and Gave It All Away.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

RealClearPolitics Takeaway
The Debate Over Free Speech, Cancel Culture and the First Amendment

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 45:05


Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the debate over free speech, cancel culture and the First Amendment in the wake of the assassination of Charlie Kirk and the President's assertion that leftwing groups were “already under major investigation". They also talk about the politics behind New York Governor Kathy Hochul's endorsement of New York City Democratic mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani. Plus, today's announcement that the United States and China are close to an agreement that will allow TikTok to continue operation in the United States. Then finally, Carl Cannon talks to RCP contributor and former State Department official Peter Berkowitz about his most recent article for RCP, ‘Debunking Genocide Allegations Against Israel". Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

RealClearPolitics Takeaway
Charlie Kirk Shooting Suspect in Custody

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 45:05


Andrew Walworth, Carl Cannon and RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann discuss the apprehension of a suspect in the assassination of Charlie Kirk, and statements by Republican Governor Spencer Cox of Utah and Democratic Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont on the political impact of Kirk's murder. They also talk about President Trump's plan to send the National Guard to Memphis, and they give up their “You Cannot Be Serious” stories for the week. Next, Andrew Walworth talks to RCP contributor Richard Porter about Charlie Kirk's legacy, and the future of Turning Point USA and other organizations Kirk founded. Will they continue without him? And finally, Carl Cannon talks to RCP contributors Joel Kotkin and Wendell Cox about their recent RCP article, “Revival: Americans Heading Back to the Hinterlands,” concerning why more Americans are moving to smaller communities, and how that demographic trend may affect American politics in the future.

RealClearPolitics Takeaway
Reactions to the Assassination of Charlie Kirk

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 43:34


Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss reactions to the assassination of Charlie Kirk, including President Trump's announcement that he would award Kirk the Presidential Medal of Freedom posthumously, and the firing of commentator Matthew Dowd for on-air remarks made on MSNBC. Then, they run down the many ways the country is recognizing the 24th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. And, they talk about today's inflation numbers released by The Bureau of Labor Statistics and next week's Federal Reserve meeting, when the Fed will vote on whether to raise short-term interest rates and if so, by how much. Plus, a federal judge has ruled that Fed Governor Lisa Cook can participate in the meeting and remain on the job pending resolution of her lawsuit against the Trump Administration. And then finally, Carl Cannon talks to RCP White House Correspondent Phil Wegmann, who has been on pool duty at the White House for the past 24 hours.

RealClearPolitics Takeaway
The Tragic Shooting of Charlie Kirk

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 45:05


Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the shooting of Charlie Kirk today while speaking on a college campus in Orem, Utah. And they discuss Donald Trump calling for the death penalty for the killer of Iryna Zaratska, a Ukrainian woman murdered in August on a light rail train in Charlotte, South Carolina by an assailant who was out on cashless bail. Then, they talk about the first excerpt from Kamala Harris' new book 107 Days, published today in The Atlantic, where she discusses Joe Biden's decision whether to run again in 2024, and says that the White House did not support her during her term as Vice President. Next, they talk about a new executive order that may grossly curtail pharmaceutical advertising on television, and the economic impact that may have on television news programs that rely on advertising by drug companies. And finally, Andrew talks to James Robbins, Dean of Academics at the Institute of World Politics in Washington, DC about Russia's use of drones to violate Polish airspace last night, and whether the Trump Administration will respond with more sanctions against Russia and its trading partners.

RealClearPolitics Takeaway
Revisions to Employment Data by the Bureau of Labor Statistics

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 45:06


Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss todays' revisions to employment data by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and the reaction to the release of videotape of a horrific attack of a woman riding a bus in Charlotte, N.C. by an assailant who had been arrested 14 times and was released pending trial on cashless bail. They also talk about the release by House Democrats of the birthday card for Jeffrey Epstein allegedly written and signed by Donald Trump, as well as other subpoenaed documents from the Epstein estate. And they discuss the feud between Vice President JD Vance and Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) over the U.S. missile attack on a Venezuelan boat that killed 11 alleged drug smugglers. Plus, they discuss “Operation Midway Blitz,” the Administration's immigration enforcement initiative launched in Chicago, and the reaction of Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson. Then finally, RCP Contributor Maggie Miller talks with RealClear Investigations writer John Murawski about the state of civics education in America's high schools and the Jack Miller Center, which is training teachers to teach civics using original documents.

RealClearPolitics Takeaway
The Aftermath of the Hyundai ICE Raid

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 45:06


Andrew Walworth, Carl Cannon and RCP senior elections analyst Sean Trende discuss the aftermath of last week's ICE raid on a huge Hyundai plant in Georgia and the prospects of the National Guard being deployed to Chicago and Boston. They also examine the most recent polls for the upcoming gubernatorial elections in New Jersey and Virgina, and the mayor's race in New York City. Plus, NIH Director Jay Bhattacharya agrees that Florida is right to lift vaccine requirements, citing Europe's comparative success with voluntary vaccines. Next, Carl Cannon talks to George Condon of the National Journal about Randal “Duke” Cunningham, who was both a decorated Navy pilot and a convicted member of Congress. Cunningham died last week at the age of 83. And finally, Andrew Walworth and Carl Cannon talk to Dr. Matthew Bunson, Vice President and Editorial Director for EWTN about the Catholic Church's recognition this weekend of two new saints, including Carlo Acutis, a young man who died of leukemia in 2006 at the age of 15 and has been called “the patron saint of the internet” and “God's Influencer”.

RealClearPolitics Takeaway
Is the Federal Reserve About to Cut Interest Rates?

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2025 45:05


Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss today's employment numbers, Trump's reaction to them, and whether the Federal Reserve will cut rates in September. They wonder if Trump will send the National Guard to New Orleans instead of Chicago, and they chat about DC Mayor Muriel Bowser's handling of the takeover of the city's police department. Then, they discuss author Malcolm Gladwell's recent statement that he misrepresented his own views on men participating in women's sports three years ago because he felt “cowed” at the time. Plus, the guys give up this week's “You Cannot Be Serious” stories. Next, Carl talks to RCP contributor and author of "A Declaration of Independents"; Greg Orman about Elon Musk's political influence and whether Musk should continue his support for the GOP. And finally, Andrew talks to RCP national political correspondent Susan Crabtree about her recent RCP article on the fight between Jewish teachers and the National Education Association, the country's largest teachers union, concerning teaching the Holocaust and other Jewish topics in public schools.

RealClearPolitics Takeaway
Senate Hearings with HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2025 45:05


Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss this morning's Senate hearings with HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis' announcement that he will seek to lift all vaccine requirements in the state, including those for public schools. Then, they talk about Donald Trump's request that the Supreme Court expedite ruling on whether the president has the power to impose tariffs under emergency powers law, as claimed by the administration. Next, they discuss reactions to a federal judge in Boston who ruled that the administration must restore $2.6 billion in research funding to Harvard, saying that the freeze violates the university's first amendment rights. Then, they talk about the case of Lauren Chen, the social media influencer at the heart of a Justice Department's case alleging Russian influence involving her and several other conservative commentators. No charges were ever brought against her. Plus, the Justice Department opened a mortgage fraud probe into Lisa Cook, the Federal Reserve Governor that Trump hopes to fire and replace with someone who agrees with the White House on interest rate policies. And finally, RCP contributor Charlie Stone talks with Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes, a U.S. Marine veteran, about Arizona politics and the future of Democratic Party, including what he thinks the party must do to better connect with male voters.

RealClearPolitics Takeaway
Victims of Jeffrey Epstein Speak at a Press Conference

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2025 45:05


Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss this morning's Capitol Hill press conference featuring victims of abuse by Jeffrey Epstein, Donald Trump's reaction, and the chances that the House will vote to release more of the Epstein files to the public. They also talk about the GOP's plan to rebrand “The Big Beautiful Bill” in order to help keep control of the House in 2026, and a Washington Post article outlining the Democrat's plan to retake the chamber. Next, Carl Cannon and RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann discuss the U.S. naval strike on a small craft in the Caribbean Sea that the Trump Administration claims was carrying drugs from Venezuela, as the U.S. ramps up pressure on Venezuelan President Nicolos Maduro. And finally, Maggie Miller talks to RealClear Investigations writer James Varney about an enormous data center under construction in rural Louisiana that will house servers for Meta's rapid expansion into artificial intelligence. The $10 billion dollar project poses both challenges and opportunities for the local community and will require new sources of electricity.

RealClearPolitics Takeaway
The War Department

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2025 45:05


Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss President Trump's proposal to change the name of the Department of Defense to The War Department, and the political impact of Maryland Governor Wes Moore's recent comments on winning the Bronze Star. Then, they discuss the decisions by Sen. Joni Ernst (R-IA) and Rep. Jerry Nadler (D-NY) to not to seek reelection. And they talk about President Trump's call for leading pharmaceutical companies to release data on the effectiveness of the Covid-19 vaccine, and a new Gallup poll of parents on how they view the physical safety of their children while at school. Then finally, Andrew Walworth talks to RCP senior elections analyst Sean Trende about the fight within the Democratic Party over the schedule of the 2028 primaries, and how potential Democratic presidential candidates view the political calendar.

Mark Reardon Show
Hour 1: Labor Day Weekend Recaps, Carl Cannon & Nick Schroer Join

Mark Reardon Show

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2025 39:29


In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark and the crew recap their Labor Day weekends. Mark is then joined by Carl Cannon, the Washington Bureau Chief for Real Clear Politics. Cannon discusses the latest trending political news including the rumors about Trump dying over the weekend due to not making any public appearances. He's later joined by Nick Schroer, a Missouri State Senator. He discusses Governor Kehoe recalling a second Special Session in order to deal with Congressional Redistricting and addressing the Initiative Petition Reform.

Mark Reardon Show
Carl Cannon Reacts to WILD Rumors about Trump Dying Over the Weekend

Mark Reardon Show

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2025 10:11


In this segment, Mark is joined by Carl Cannon, the Washington Bureau Chief for Real Clear Politics. Cannon discusses the latest trending political news including the rumors about Trump dying over the weekend due to not making any public appearances.

Mark Reardon Show
Trump Addresses Multiple Rumors, The Effects of Transgenderism & Football is Back! (9/2/25) Full Show

Mark Reardon Show

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2025 117:31


In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark and the crew recap their Labor Day weekends. Mark is then joined by Carl Cannon, the Washington Bureau Chief for Real Clear Politics. Cannon discusses the latest trending political news including the rumors about Trump dying over the weekend due to not making any public appearances. He's later joined by Nick Schroer, a Missouri State Senator. He discusses Governor Kehoe recalling a second Special Session in order to deal with Congressional Redistricting and addressing the Initiative Petition Reform. In hour 2, Sue hosts, "Sue's News" where she discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day, and much more. Mark is then joined by Frannie Block, a Reporter for The Free Press. She discusses her latest story on an ex-FBI agent's warning to parents about nihilists like the Minneapolis shooter. Mark is later joined by Frannie Block, a Reporter for The Free Press. She discusses her latest story on an ex-FBI agent's warning to parents about nihilists like the Minneapolis shooter. Later, Mark and Ethan are joined by KSDK Sports Director Frank Cusumano who recaps Week 1 of College Football including Arch Manning's disappointing first start, Alabama's big loss, Mizzou's upcoming game against Kansas, and more. In hour 3, Mark is joined by Duane Patterson, with Hot Air and the Host of the Duane's World Podcast. He discusses all things political including President Trump's ability to never stop. He's later joined by Brook Brandtjen, a Writer and Journalist from Wisconsin. She discusses her latest piece in The Federalist headlined, "Anyone Who Has Watched Transgenderism Ruin Friends' Lives Knows How Evil It Is." Mark wraps up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.

RealClearPolitics Takeaway
LABOR DAY SPECIAL: Best of RCP

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2025 45:05


Andrew Walworth interviews Peter Lipsett – originally aired Aug 19th. Andrew Walworth talks to Peter Lipsett, the vice president of Donor's Trust, about his new series on the Giving Ventures podcast about different factions of the conservative movement, including the current split between so-called “National Conservatives” and “Freedom Conservatives". Carl with Jim Varney - originally aired Aug 28th. Carl Cannon talks to RealClear Investigations writer James Varney on the twentieth anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, which he covered as a reporter for the Times-Picayune in New Orleans. Phil with Marie Gluesenkamp – originally aired July 23rd. RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann talks to Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (D – WA). They discuss her efforts to require the House Ethics Committee to develop standards to determine if members of Congress are experiencing cognitive decline. Tom Bevan and Austin Berg - originally aired July 31st. Tom Bevan talks to Austin Berg, Executive Director of the Chicago Policy Center and author of The New Chicago Way about Mayor Brandon Johnson's proposal for a “corporate head tax" in Chicago to help close the city's $1.1 billion dollar budget deficit. The tax would charge large corporations for each individual they employs within the city.

RealClearPolitics Takeaway
Tariff Exemptions, Hurricane Katrina, Chicago, and Trey Gowdy

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2025 45:06


Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss today's economic news, including new inflation numbers from the Commerce Department, the end of tariff exemption for small-value shipments from overseas, and the lowest Labor Day weekend gas prices since 2020. Then they talk about the lessons of Hurricane Katrina on the storm's 20th anniversary, FEMA's future, and “you cannot be serious” stories for the week. Tom Bevan talks to Matt Podgorski, pollster for M3 Strategies, and Richard Porter, former RNC Committeeman from Illinois, about a new poll on public support for a potential national guard deployment to Chicago. Then Tom chats with Fox News contributor Trey Gowdy, former prosecutor, congressman, and author of the new novel, The Color of Death. 

RealClearPolitics Takeaway
The Coverage of the Catholic School Shooting in Minneapolis

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2025 45:05


Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss media coverage of the transgender shooter in yesterday's attack on the Annunciation Catholic Church school in Minneapolis, as well as his writings and recordings prior to the shooting that included slogans written on gun magazines such as “Kill Donald Trump,” “For the children,” and “6 million were not enough". They also talk about the firing of CDC Director Susan Monarez after she refused to resign from her post, and the resignations of other top CDC officials that followed. Plus, the FDA and the American Academy of Pediatrics disagree over who should get the latest Covid-19 booster. Next, Tom talks to Mark Penn, Co-Director of the Harvard CAPS/Harris Poll and Stagwell Chairman and CEO, about his latest poll results regarding voters attitudes toward President Trump's job performance, inflation, and the Epstein files. And finally, Carl talks to Real Clear Investigations writer James Varney on the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, which he covered as a reporter for the Times-Picayune in New Orleans.

RealClearPolitics Takeaway
New Polling: Most Americans Think Crime in Large Cities is a “Major Problem”

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2025 45:05


Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss today's school shooting in Minneapolis. And, they discuss a new poll by the Associated Press which shows 81 percent of Americans believe crime in major cities is a “major problem” and 53 percent approve of President Trump's handling of the issue. They also talk about a special election for the state senate in Iowa with outsized implications, and “the two-state solution” for California - the GOP's response to Governor Gavin Newsom's redistricting plan is to divide California in two. Next, RCP contributor Maggie Miller talks to RealClear Investigations journalist Lee Fang about how some of the nation's wealthiest philanthropies are supporting efforts to reshape math instruction around social-justice principles. And finally, Carl Cannon talks to Amir Kanpurwala, co-founder of the opinion research firm “Outward Intelligence,” about Gen Z voter behavior.

RealClearPolitics Takeaway
Trump's Newsy Day

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2025 45:05


Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon and RCP White House reporter Phil Wegmann discuss Trump's newsy day yesterday, including his response to Phil's question about communism and his comment that he's thinking about how to get into heaven. They also talk about President Trump firing Lisa Cook, member of the FED board of governors AND media coverage of the big crime issue. Next, Carl speaks to Cathi Warren and Anne Welty about changes to the SNAP program. And lastly, Andrew Walworth speaks to JC Sandberg. He's the Chief Policy Officer for the American Clean Power Association which represents energy storage, solar, hydrogen and wind power companies. They talked about the Trump Administration's decision to issue a stop work order on the Revolution Wind project off the coast of Martha's Vineyard, which is 80 % completed.

RealClearPolitics Takeaway
President Trump Says He'll Deploy More Troops to More Cities

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2025 45:05


Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the possibility that President Trump will deploy national guard to Chicago and Baltimore, and Maryland governor Wes Moore's growing feud with Trump. They also talk about the Democratic National Committee's annual summer meeting which begins today in Minneapolis, and President Trump's threat to use the FCC against the three major television networks due to what he sees as unfair coverage of his first 100 days. Next, Carl Cannon talks with Andy Rotherham, former Virginia school board member on what is at stake in the upcoming Virginia governor's race. And finally, RCP contributor Charlie Stone talks with author Alex Hutchinson about his new book, "The Explorer's Gene: Why We Seek Big Challenges, New Flavors, and the Blank Spots on the Map".

RealClearPolitics Takeaway
The Redistricting Wars

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2025 45:05


Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the redistricting wars, including the latest developments in California and Texas. And, they discuss how the Latino vote figures into both parties' redistricting plans and how Hispanic voters may be up for grabs in 2026 and beyond. Then, they discuss the Federal Reserve's annual summer meeting which starts today in Jackson Hole, and what's at stake for Fed Chairman Jerome Powell and the U.S. economy. Plus, why President Trump wants the government to take a ten percent stake in Intel. Next, Carl Cannon talks to Cato Institute Vice President for International Studies Ian Vazquez about the trial of Hong Kong newspaper owner Jimmy Lai, who has been imprisoned by the Chinese government since 2020 on charges of sedition and collusion. Final arguments in his case are being heard today, and a guilty verdict could result in life imprisonment. And lastly, Andrew Walworth talks to RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann about Tulsi Gabbard's plan to reorganize the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, including major cuts to the agency's staff.

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The Democratic Party's Voter Registration Crisis

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2025 45:05


Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss a new New York Times article on what the paper calls the Democratic Party's “Voter Registration Crisis". And, they discuss new polling from Texas on the GOP Senate primary contest between incumbent John Cornyn and challenger Ken Paxton, and how the GOP nominee would fare against possible Democratic candidates including Colin Allred, Beto O'Rourke and Jasmine Crockett. Then, they talk about a new Washington Post poll showing that 69 percent of D.C. residents oppose Trump taking control of the city's police department, and Elon Musk's signaling that he is not going to start a third political party and may instead end up supporting Vice President J.D. Vance for president. Plus, they chat about a new Time magazine profile of Democratic candidate for New York Mayor - Zohran Mamdani, and what changes his leadership might make in a city where rent control and high taxes are already in place. And then, Tom talks to RCP contributor Richard Porter about Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, who has emerged as a leading opponent of President Trump's crackdown on illegal immigration.

RealClearPolitics Takeaway
Democrat Sherrod Brown Will Run Again for Senate in Ohio

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 45:25


Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Phil Wegmann discuss the news that Democrat Sherrod Brown will run again in 2026 for Senate in Ohio, and what it means that Beto O'Rourke and other Democratic politicians are increasingly promising to “break the rules” in their efforts to stop Trump's political agenda. They also talk about personnel changes at the Bureau of Labor Statistics and why it matters. Plus, the Trump Administration tells the Smithsonian it wants to review museums and exhibits in advance of the institution's celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Next, Andrew Walworth talks to Carol Moseley Braun, the first African-American woman to serve in the U.S. Senate, about her new autobiography and her views on redistricting, Kamala Harris' presidential campaign, and the future direction of the Democratic Party. And lastly, Carl Cannon talks with Nadine Epstein, editor of Moment magazine, about what it means to be a centrist in today's political environment. Moment is celebrating its 50th anniversary and is an independent magazine focused on the American Jewish community.

RealClearPolitics Takeaway
Reactions from DC Residents to President Trump's Decision to Federalize the DC Police Department

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 45:05


Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the reaction from DC residents to President Trump's decision to federalize the DC police department. They also discuss how the media interprets new data on inflation from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and whether Trump's tariffs are showing up in the numbers. Then, they talk about allegations from a congressional whistleblower that Sen. Adam Schiff (D-CA) leaked classified information aimed at discrediting President Trump while serving in the House. Plus, they chat about a new poll in the New York mayor's race which shows Zohran Mamdani with an impressive lead. Next, Carl talks to RCP contributor Eric Spitz about the Democratic Party's evolving positions on Israel and inner city crime. And finally, RCP contributor Maggie Miller talks to RealClear Investigations writer Ben Weingarten about whether class action suits will replace universal injunctions as the primary way plaintiffs and federal judges challenge Trump's executive orders.

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Trump Deploys the National Guard to D.C.

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 45:05


Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss President Trump's press conference this morning announcing plans to place Washington DC Police under federal control and deploy the National Guard to the nation's capital. He also previewed his upcoming meeting with Russian president Vladimir Putin and discussed a possible “land swap” as part of a ceasefire agreement in Ukraine. Then, they talk about the reactions to FBI Director Kash Patel's firing of senior FBI agents, and Attorney General Pam Bondi's launch of investigations into Senator Adam Schiff (D.-CA) and New York Attorney General Letitia James for mortgage fraud and other financial crimes. Plus, they discuss a recent New Yorker article that claims the Trump family has earned $3.4 billion dollars during his two White House terms, including real estate and licensing deals with Saudi Arabia, private equity deals in the Middle East, and crypto ventures at home and abroad. And lastly, Andrew Walworth talks to novelist Daniel Yager, author of The Saundra Gray Affair, a new novel set largely in the 1990s about congressional scandal and the intersection of the media and politics in Washington, DC.

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President Trump's Directive Allowing Military Force Against Latin American Drug Cartels

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2025 45:05


Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss President Trump's directive allowing the U.S. military to employ military force against Latin American drug cartels, and Attorney General Pam Bondi's announcement of a doubling of the bounty to $50 million for the arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. They also talk about James Carville's contention that Democrats should pack the Supreme Court and give statehood to The District of Columbia and Puerto Rico, if and when they regain power. Plus, they give up their “You Cannot Be Serious” stories of the week. Next, Andrew talks to Rep. Andy Harris (R-MD) about redistricting in Maryland and nationwide, and whether his seat (the only Republican seat in the state) would be jeopardized if Maryland decides to redraw its district lines. Then lastly, Tom talks to actor and director Dean Cain, who portrayed Superman in the 1990s, about his plans to join US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) as an agent.

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Trump Threatens a Possible Federal Takeover of Washington, DC

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 45:35


Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss President Trump's claim that he was debanked by major New York financial institutions due to pressure from Biden-era bank regulators. They also talk about crime in the nation's capital which has led Trump to threaten a possible federal takeover of Washington, DC. Then, they discuss President Trump's statement yesterday that he considers Vice President J.D. Vance the heir apparent to the MAGA movement. And, they chat about the expanding battle over redistricting as more states threaten to change their congressional maps in response to Texas. Then finally, they talk about Glenn Kessler, the Washington Post editor who has written “The Fact Checker” column since 2011 and his new piece for Substack about his decision to take a buy-out and leave the paper. And winding it up, Andrew talks with historian Jay Cost of the American Enterprise Institute about why Congress takes the summer off and whether members will continue to hold town halls in their districts.

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New and Revised Job Numbers Show Softening Labor Market

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 45:06


Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss new jobs data from the Labor Department that show the labor market is slowing. And, they talk about Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-IA) who released newly declassified documents related to the Trump/Russia investigation including conversations between the Hillary Clinton campaign and George Soros' Open Society Foundation. Next, they discuss President Trump's plans to break ground in September on a new $200 million ballroom for the White House, and they give up their “You Cannot Be Serious” stories for the week. Then, Part 1: RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann talks with Neera Tanden, President of the Center for American Progress and a key presidential aide during the Biden Administration, about her recent article for The Wall Street Journal, “How Democrats Can Win on Immigration". And, Part 2: RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann talks with Neera Tanden about the symbolism of Alligator Alcatraz and her recent testimony before the House Oversight Committee on staff use of the autopen during the Biden Administration. Tanden is currently president of the Center for American Progress. She was director of the United States Domestic Policy Council from 2023 to 2025 and staff secretary to President Joe Biden from 2021 to 2023.

RealClearPolitics Takeaway
Kamala Harris Announces New Book on Her Campaign

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 45:05


Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss former Vice President Kamala Harris' decision not to run for governor of California and her announcement today of her new campaign memoir, 107 Days. And, they talk about new polling from Gallup that shows Democrats have regained their advantage when it comes to party affiliation, even as the party's favorability rating among voters remains at a historic low. Then, they discuss Trump's tariff policies, including today's announcement of a 90-day extension for Mexico and a promise to use tariffs to punish Canada for backing Palestinian statehood. Plus, a federal appeals court begins today to consider a case that challenges Trump's ability to unilaterally impose tariffs, while the Senate advances a bill that would ban Congress, the Vice President and the President from trading individual stocks. Next, Tom Bevan talks to Ausin Berg, Executive Director of the Chicago Policy Center and author of The New Chicago Way about Mayor Brandon Johnson's proposal for a “corporate head tax" in Chicago to help close the city's $1.1 billion dollar budget deficit. The tax would charge large corporations for each individual they employs within the city. And lastly, Andrew Walworth talks to presidential historian Tevi Troy about Joe Biden's forthcoming memoir, the $10 million dollar advance the former president received for it, and why he predicts the book will make for dull reading.

RealClearPolitics Takeaway
Corey Booker Says, “A Lot of Us Want to F***ing Fight” in Senate Spat with Fellow Democrats

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 45:05


Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss New Jersey Senator Corey Booker's tirade on the Senate floor attacking fellow Democrats for cooperating with President Trump. And, they talk about some new data on the U.S. economy which shows strength in the second quarter, but critics say that Trump's tariffs make it hard to get a real reading on the economy's performance. Then, they discuss a report from NBC News that Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth is considering leaving his Pentagon post to run for governor of Tennessee in 2026. Plus, they chat about some House Republicans who want to rename the Kennedy Center “The Donald J. Trump Center For Performing Arts”. Next, Tom talks to RCP senior elections analyst Sean Trende about Texas Republicans' proposal to redraw the state's congressional map to gain as many as five seats in the 2026 midterms. And lastly, Carl talks to Democratic lawyer Lanny Davis about why he thinks the Democratic Party should encourage open primaries and allow independents to participate in primary voting.

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Will Midtown Shooting Roil New York Mayors Race?

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 45:06


Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss Monday's mass shooting in midtown and its political impact of New York on the city's mayoral race. And, they discuss Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu disagreeing on the severity of the food crisis in Gaza. What has been the role of misleading and fake images in shaping public opinion? Then, they talk about a New York Times report that Harvard is the next Ivy League school to consider settling with the federal government over accusations of violating civil rights laws, one week after Columbia University agreed to pay $220 million to reinstate its federal grants and end investigations. Plus, they chat about the controversy over a new set of ads from American Eagle featuring actress Sydney Sweeney. Critics have denounced the ads for including what they see as racist dog whistles, while supporters say the commercials signal the “death of woke advertising”. And finally, Carl talks to former congressman Brad Carson, head of Americans for Responsible Innovation, about President Trump's “AI Action Plan” and how regulation of artificial intelligence will help shape America's future economy and security.

RealClearPolitics Takeaway
New Polls: Why Holding Onto The Base Is Key To Trump's Future

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025 45:05


Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Heather Wilhelm of National Review discuss polls released today by The Wall Street Journal and Gallup, and what they tell us about Trump's current standing with American voters. They also talk about the White House shifting strategy on the Epstein Files and President Trump's new executive order that attempts to set standards for “name, image and likeness” payments for college athletes. Plus, they have the "You Can't Be Serious" stories of the week. Next, Maggie Miller talks to RealClear Investigations editor J. Pedar Zane about his most recent commentary on the lure of artificial companionship and its implications for human relationships and society. And finally, Carl Cannon talks to legal scholar Harry Litman about Donald Trump's lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal.

RealClearPolitics Takeaway
Russiagate: Will People Go To Jail?

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 45:06


Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon, and Phil Wegmann discuss the latest developments in the Russiagate story, whether people will go to jail and whether pursuing criminal charges is good for the country. They also talk about the season 27 premier of South Park, which features crude but funny takedowns of Donald Trump, NPR, CBS News and Paramount. Then finally, Phil Wegmann interviews Michigan Democrat Senator Elissa Slotkin on how Democrats can find their way back to winning.

RealClearPolitics Takeaway
Did He Commit Treason? Trump vs. Obama

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 45:05


Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss today's release of new Russiagate documents by DNI Tulsi Gabbard, President Trump's accusation that President Obama's involvement rises to the level of sedition, and Obama's response. They also talk about Speaker Mike Johnson's decision to adjourn the House early in order to stem demands from within his own party for more transparency on the Jeffery Epstein files. And they discuss Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's remarks this morning indicating that President Trump would not seek to replace him at the Federal Reserve before his term expires. Plus, the White House announces a new plan for artificial intelligence, including a recommendation that the AI used by the government should be “objective and free from top-down ideological bias". And then lastly, RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann talks to Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (D – WA). They discuss her efforts to require the House Ethics Committee to develop standards to determine if members of Congress are experiencing cognitive decline. Concerning the auto-pen controversy surrounding former President Biden, she says, "what I have heard concerns me".

RealClearPolitics Takeaway
Hunter Biden And Rahm Emanuel: Different Visions For The Democratic Party

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2025 45:05


Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss Hunter Biden's three-hour YouTube interview and Rahm Emanuel's appearance on the Megyn Kelly show, and what each says about the future of the Democratic Party. They also talk about Stephen Colbert's comments about President Trump following CBS' decision to cancel The Late Show. Plus, The Wall Street Journal will not be included in the press pool for the President's upcoming trip to Scotland, due to what White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt called, “fake and defamatory conduct” related to its coverage of President Trump's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. Next, Carl Cannon talks to RealClear Investigations reporter Aaron Mate about his recent article dissecting new information provided by Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard. And finally, Andrew Walworth talks to RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann about his recent article on the newly installed Director of the Office of Personnel and Management, Scot Kupor and the legacy and impact of Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency.

RealClearPolitics Takeaway
Democrats “After Action” Report Looks at 2024 Loss

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 45:04


Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the Democratic Party's new report assessing the 2024 campaign, and whether the party is gleaning the right lessons from their loss. They also talk about the release of new documents concerning Russian influence in American elections released by Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard. Plus, they discuss the rise of mayoral candidate and Democratic Socialist Omar Fateh and his endorsement by the Minneapolis Farm Labor Party and, Donald Trump saying he will hold up a new stadium deal if the Washington Commanders do not revert to calling the team “The Redskins". Then finally, RCP contributor Maggie Miller talks to RealClear Investigations writer Ana Kasparian about Los Angeles' ballooning police overtime budget and the unintended fallout from efforts to defund the LAPD.

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Epstein-palooza Continues

RealClearPolitics Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2025 45:05


Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon and Phil Wegmann discuss the latest on the Epstein files, including the WSJ's new story and Trump's threat to sue them. They also talk about the story of the new 'Maryland Man', a VOA employee who threatened to kill Marjorie Taylor Green and her family. Plus, the cancelling of Stephen Colbert and The Late Show, as well as the "You Can't Be Serious" stories of the week. Next, Carl Cannon talks to RCP contributor Peter Berkowitz about the Declaration of Independence. And finally, Andrew Walworth talks to economic historian Phillip W. Magness about his new book, The 1619 Project Myth, which refutes many of the claims of the controversial New York Times project.

The Megyn Kelly Show
New Epstein Questions About "Missing Minute," and Mamdani's Communism and College Controversy, with RealClearPolitics Hosts | Ep. 1103

The Megyn Kelly Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 101:32


Megyn Kelly is joined by Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon, and Andrew Walworth, hosts of the RealClearPolitics podcast, to discuss how the speculation about the Jeffrey Epstein files and client list spun out of control, Pam Bondi's role in the confusing messaging, why the story isn't going anywhere, why Megyn believes Dan Bongino on Epstein but not Pam Bondi, whether she might be leaving the Trump administration soon, Los Angeles mayor Karen Bass defending MS-13 gang members hanging out in LA public parks and fighting ICE, Democratic mayors on the wrong side of the immigration issue, the strange Epstein answers from President Trump and Pam Bondi at the latest cabinet meeting, how this has raised even more questions, the new information about the "missing minute" from the Epstein jail video, Zohran Mamdani's past communist comments, his college admissions controversy, the significance of the Democrats in NYC picking him as their nominee, Megyn's patriotic July 4th celebration, VP JD Vance slamming Zohran Mamdani's July 4th post by calling out his ingratitude to the US, and more.More from the RealClearPolitics guys: https://www.realclearpolitics.com/SimpliSafe: Visit https://simplisafe.com/MEGYN to claim 50% off & your first month free!Hungryroot: https://Hungryroot.com/MK | Get 40% off your first box PLUS a free item in every box for life!Patriot Mobile: Get a Free Month at https://PatriotMobile.com/MEGYN or call 972-PATRIOTTax Network USA: Call 1-800-958-1000 or visit https://TNUSA.com/MEGYN to speak with a strategist for FREE today

The Megyn Kelly Show
Trump's Appeal to Working Class, and Michelle Obama's Wild Marriage Rule, with Sean O'Brien and RealClearPolitics Hosts | Ep. 1073

The Megyn Kelly Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 106:25


Megyn Kelly is joined by Sean O'Brien, General President of the Teamsters, to discuss his experience meeting with President Biden and what he saw, Kamala Harris' treatment of his members and all Americans, the arrogance of the Democratic party today, how the Democrats are increasingly out of touch with the working and middle class, their failed attempts at being more relatable, O'Brien's historic RNC speech and what Trump told him before, why Trump is resonating with the working class, Robert De Niro's lecture and why Trump is actually helping the American film industry, Trump's discussions with O'Brien now and how he's bringing jobs back to America, Jeff Bezos vs. his workers, and more. Then Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon, and Andrew Walworth of the RealClearPolitics Podcast join to discuss the arguments at the Supreme Court about birthright citizenship and nationwide injunctions overall, the lawfare against Trump stopping his administration's actions, the backlash Jake Tapper's already received ahead of his book release, his new messaging admitting "humility" over his past Biden coverage, the troubling questions Democrats and the media have to answer about their cover-up, the absurd and racist coverage of the Afrikaners refugees, and more. Then Megyn addresses Michelle Obama's new complaints and her wild marriage rule with Barack.O'Brien- https://teamster.org/Bevan, Walworth, & Cannon- https://www.realclearpolitics.com/Everglades Foundation: Learn more about President Trump's Everglades support project at https://www.EvergladesFoundation.orgSelect Quote: Get the right life insurance for YOU, for LESS at https://www.SelectQuote.com/MEGYNLean: Visit https://TakeLean.com & use code MK20 for 20% offTax Network USA: Call 1-800-958-1000 or visit https://TNUSA.com/MEGYN to speak with a strategist for FREE todayFollow The Megyn Kelly Show on all social platforms:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/MegynKellyTwitter: http://Twitter.com/MegynKellyShowInstagram: http://Instagram.com/MegynKellyShowFacebook: http://Facebook.com/MegynKellyShow Find out more information at: https://www.devilmaycaremedia.com/megynkellyshow