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Inside Politics Live is coming to Cork on September 30th. Get your tickets here. Harry McGee and Jack Horgan-Jones join Hugh Linehan to look back on the week in politics:Today the Government announced that it will stall the planned increase to fuel excise duty that was due to come into effect at the start of September. The increases for September and October 1st will no longer go ahead. A recall of the Dáil next Friday to pass this measure is looking likely. The decision comes after the Government faced pressure from Coalition backbenchers as well as members of the Opposition. On Thursday night Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald wrote to Taoiseach Micheál Martin demanding the Dáil be recalled for a vote to delay the planned reversal of excise duty cuts.Sunday's tragic collision on the M9 motorway left five teenagers dead and three sisters and a 7-year-old child in serious condition. The tragedy raises questions about Garda pursuit capabilities and training and the responsibility of social media platforms like TikTok to respond to footage of dangerous driving and joyriding shared on the platform.An aide for Tánaiste Simon Harris has come into the spotlight after The Irish Times reported on social media posts where he mocked teachers for being work-shy and deemed the public “racist”. John Kelly is Harris' constituency director who deleted his X account after he was questioned about numerous posts. Comments that are now deleted refer to Britain's Prince Harry as a “snowflake” and call US president Donald Trump a “moron”.Plus, the panel picks their favourite Irish Times pieces of the week, including the decline in number of Catholic baptisms in Ireland, the Alternative for Germany (AfD) candidate leading the polls in Saxony-Anhalt election and the ridiculousness of “Woke 1.0”.Would you like to receive daily insights into world events delivered to your inbox? Sign up for Denis Staunton's Global Briefing newsletter here: irishtimes.com/newsletters/global-briefing/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ellen Coyne and Jack Horgan-Jones join Hugh Linehan to look back on the week in politics:It was revealed this week that the planned Dublin Metrolink could cost up to €19 billion. The last Metrolink estimates from 2022 suggested €9.5 billion as the midpoint of a “credible” cost range of between €7.16 billion and €12.25 billion. The increasing cost echoes the National Children's Hospital and its umpteen budget increases – a saga that damaged the public's trust in the State's ability to deliver large necessary projects in a timely and cost-effective manner. The latest data from the Climate Change Advisory Council suggests the Government's target of 400,000 heat-pump installations by 2030 is all but impossible at this stage. They are calling for a twentyfold increase in the pace of delivery, plus a surge in general home retrofits. The German chancellor Friedrich Merz was welcomed to Dublin by Taoiseach Micheál Martin on Tuesday where he delivered a speech on the need for a more austere approach to the common EU budget. The decision to speak entirely in German was not helped by malfunctioning translation devices given out to the Taoiseach and those present. The State has been urged to buy the lands of former Bessborough mother and baby home to create memorial park. This comes after planning permission was granted for more than 100 apartments on the Cork site. And more than 300 former members of the Christian Brothers will be summonsed through an advertisement in a national newspaper. The move was prompted by the fact that the Christian Brothers is an unincorporated association, meaning there is no legal entity that can be directly sued by people taking it to court.Would you like to receive daily insights into world events delivered to your inbox? Sign up for Denis Staunton's Global Briefing newsletter here: irishtimes.com/newsletters/global-briefing/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the days leading up to Taoiseach Micheál Martin's visit to Ukraine, tensions were running high on the streets of Kyiv. Protesters marched over president Volodymyr Zelenskiy's decision to sack his defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov. Young and forward-thinking, he was seen as the main mover behind the country's drone strategy. The marchers called for the sacking of the country's army commander-in-chief, Oleksandr Syrskyi. Zelenskiy eventually capitulated to the demands and the Russian-trained career soldier was ousted. So how damaged is Zelenskiy after this political misstep? Meanwhile, the war continues, with Russia launching its most sustained attack on the capital, and Ukraine responding with an attack on a vast goods depot inside the Russian border. And what was on the agenda when Taoiseach Micheál Martin met Zelenskiy in Kyiv last Thursday? Irish Times Europe correspondent Jack Power was in Kyiv and he reports for us on a turbulent week for Ukraine's president. Presented by Bernice Harrison. Produced by Suzanne Brennan with research by John O'Connor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taoiseach Micheál Martin put boots on the ground in Ukraine this week, travelling to Kyiv for a quick tete-a-tete with President Volodymyr Zelensky. Mr Martin was there to lend Ireland's support – to the tune of a further €125m, no less - and it really does seem like the Ukrainian president could use a helping hand right about now. As the war with Russia rumbles into a fifth year, Mr Zelensky is facing new battles on the home front, as political rivals and vocal protestors wield their own weapons. His decision to sack popular defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov led to street demonstrations, while the president also dismissed Ukraine's army commander-in-chief Oleksandr Syrskyi just days later. Is the leader once hailed as “the spirit of Ukraine” gradually losing his grip on power? On this episode of The Indo Daily, host Fionnán Sheahan is joined by Irish Independent senior journalist Sean Pollock for a look at the political, military and everyday life in Kyiv. The Indo Daily is part of the Trust Project. You can see our ethics policies at independent.ie/ourjournalism See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liam Nolan, RTE Eastern Europe Reporter, discusses Taoiseach Micheál Martin's trip to Kyiv, at a time of political turmoil in Ukraine.

Taoiseach Micheál Martin has just landed down in Kyiv for a meting with Volodymir Zelenskyy. Covering his trip is Newstalk's own reporter Emily Keegan.

Taoiseach Micheál Martin is in Kyiv today meeting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.Newstalk Reporter, Emily Keegan, who is also in Kyiv, joins Ciara to discuss what has happened so far on this visit.

Taoiseach Micheál Martin has just landed down in Kyiv for a meting with Volodymir Zelenskyy. Covering his trip is Newstalk's own reporter Emily Keegan.

Michel Barnier is best known in Ireland for his central role in the EU's negotiations with the UK over Brexit almost ten years ago. But Barnier has also played a central role in French politics for decades, including a brief stint as prime minister. Today he is a member of the French parliament. Last week he was in Dublin for a series of political meetings with Taoiseach Micheál Martin, Minister for Foreign Affairs Helen McEntee and other senior figures, and on Wednesday Hugh interviewed him at Europe House, the European Commission's Dublin base, in front of an audience. Their conversation ranged from Barnier's first political awakening as a teenager in the 1960s through to his verdict on Brexit 10 years after the referendum, figures like Nigel Farage who led the UK out of the EU, the rise of France's far right and the prospects for the French presidential election which takes place in April of next year. Would you like to receive daily insights into world events delivered to your inbox? Sign up for Denis Staunton's Global Briefing newsletter here: irishtimes.com/newsletters/global-briefing/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

E-scooter risks have dominated conversation this week, after Taoiseach Micheál Martin said he is “leaning towards” a complete ban. Also withTánaiste Simon Harris said that he would keep an “open mind” on an outright ban on e-scooters. But is an outright ban our only option left? To discuss further with Jonathan was Shane O'Donoghue, Editor of Completecar.ie and Sadhbh O'Neill.

E-scooter risks have dominated conversation this week, after Taoiseach Micheál Martin said he is “leaning towards” a complete ban. Also withTánaiste Simon Harris said that he would keep an “open mind” on an outright ban on e-scooters. But is an outright ban our only option left? To discuss further with Jonathan was Shane O'Donoghue, Editor of Completecar.ie and Sadhbh O'Neill.

Deir an Taoiseach Micheál Martin go ndéanfaidh an rialtas a gcuid críonnachta ar an gceadúnas pleanála atá faighte chun árasáin a thógáil ar an suíomh ina raibh áras máithreacha is leanaí Bessborough, i gcathair Chorcaigh.

On a visit to Dublin last week, Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskiy briefly burst the upbeat mood of the EU presidency party by criticising companies based in European countries that continue to supply essential materials to Russia's military forces. He didn't need to name the company that was on his mind; all present in Dublin Castle, including Taoiseach Micheál Martin, knew he was referring to Limerick-based Aughinish Alumina.In March, Irish Times investigative reporter Conor Gallagher revealed that the Russian-owned plant exports vast amounts of alumina, the raw material for aluminium, which ends up in a supply chain that supplies Russia's military industry. Since then the pressure has been on the Government who make hard decisions about the alumina plant. Gallagher, who worked with the Organised Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (OCCRP) on the investigation, explains the reaction to his report, from publication in March to Zelenskiy‘s comments.Presented by Bernice Harrison. Produced by Suzanne Brennan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Government has launched Ireland's six-month Presidency of the European Union with a ceremony in Dublin Castle.Taoiseach Micheál Martin invited the President of the European Council António Costa, as well as Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky, who were both in attendance.Joining Ciara to discuss this is Newstalk's Political Correspondent, Seán Defoe…

Graham Norton is best known for conjuring up a warm and convivial vibe as he welcomes a parade of A-list talent to his BBC chat show. ­ Lately, however, the acclaimed entertainer has confessed to feelings of “very significant alarm, distress and anxiety”. ­ The source of his anguish? A social media account seemingly dedicated to spreading false information about him, one that Norton is currently seeking to uncover. Following a recent victory against Meta in a Californian court, Norton can now proceed with his investigation, though it's unlikely to be an easy task. ­ His is not the only well-known face being used as an avatar for disinformation, especially as artificial intelligence continues to evolve by the second. ­ Just last week, Taoiseach Micheál Martin issued a warning to the public about an AI-generated video of him purporting to promote a financial scam. ­ So, can we trust what we see online anymore? Or is the ‘fake news' genie out of the bottle? ­ On this episode, host Fionnán Sheahan is joined by Irish Independent technology editor Adrian Weckler, and by Irish Independent senior business journalist John Mulligan, to look at Graham Norton's case and an increasingly deceptive digital landscape. ­ The Indo Daily is part of the Trust Project. You can see our ethics policies at independent.ie/ourjournalismSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jack Horgan-Jones and Mark Paul join Harry McGee to look back on the week in politics:· Taoiseach Micheál Martin is in Brussels for the EU summit this week, also in attendance is Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskiy who is pushing for serious peace negotiations with Russia. Will Vladimir Putin come to the negotiation table? And could Ukraine's EU membership be fast-tracked during Ireland's upcoming EU presidency? · Security, competitiveness and the EU budget are some of the issues that will come into focus as Ireland becomes a deal maker and parks parochial affairs for the duration of its six-month presidency starting July 1st.· And with Andy Burnham justifying the hype by crushing Nigel Farage's Reform UK in the Makerfield byelection, will prime minister Keir Starmer go quietly or hang around for a leadership battle he stands little chance of winning?Plus, the panel picks their favourite Irish Times pieces of the week:Produced by John Casey with JJ Vernon on sound.Would you like to receive daily insights into world events delivered to your inbox? Sign up for Denis Staunton's Global Briefing newsletter here: irishtimes.com/newsletters/global-briefing/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Taoiseach has pledged to intervene on a West Clare's school bid to expedite an upgrade of its toilet facilities. It's after Clare Fianna Fáil TD Cathal Crowe raised the case of St Joseph's Secondary School in Spanish Point in the Dáil. It was claimed the school currently has 216 female students sharing just four cubicles between them and that a request to build an additional ten was approved by the Department five years ago, but has yet to be actioned. Taoiseach Micheál Martin says he wants to see the matter progressed.

On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan builds up to tonight's huge WCQ between Ireland and France, plus there is all latest from the Israel debacle and a look-ahead to the upcoming World Cup.Ireland face France in Grenoble tonight knowing a win secures automatic qualification for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup in Brazil.Carla Ward's side arrive full of confidence after a landmark victory over the Netherlands.Goalkeeper Courtney Brosnan discusses the squad's belief ahead of the decisive Nations League clash.Ward insists her players can be proud regardless of the outcome and backs them to deliver on the big stage.Denise O'Sullivan and Emily Murphy return to contention after suspension.Former Ireland defender Louise Quinn debates whether Murphy should start ahead of the in-form Abbie Larkin.Live commentary of France v Ireland is available tonight on Off The Ball from 7pm.The FAI is expected to decide this week on whether Ireland's Nations League fixture against Israel will be moved to a neutral venue.Growing protests and political pressure continue to surround the upcoming Ireland-Israel matches.Taoiseach Micheál Martin says FIFA should address the wider issues, while the government will not intervene.Michael McCarthy explains why fulfilling the fixture could represent a significant statement by Irish football.Michael Olise scores a hat-trick as France defeat Northern Ireland and book their place at the FIFA World Cup.French football expert Philippe Auclair assesses Didier Deschamps' squad and highlights concerns about balance within the team.The Netherlands suffer a setback with Arsenal defender Jurrien Timber ruled out of the World Cup through injury.England boss Thomas Tuchel tells his players they are heading to the World Cup with one objective: winning it.John Brewin and Tim Vickery join Off The Ball to preview England's chances and Brazil's expectations heading into the tournament.FIFA referee Omar Artan is removed from the World Cup roster after reportedly being denied entry to the United States despite holding valid travel documents.Iran accuses the United States of revoking its World Cup ticket allocation, while Michel Platini launches legal action naming FIFA president Gianni Infantino ahead of the tournament.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Ireland has banned two Israeli Ministers from entering the country.Taoiseach Micheál Martin has confirmed the Israeli Ministers, Ben-Gvir and Smotrich have been banned from travelling into Ireland.Former Prime Minister of Israel, Ehud Olmert, joins Ciara to discuss.Image: Reuters

Irish Footballer Séamus Coleman says the question of whether the Republic of Ireland should play Israel in the Nations League or not “should never have came down to the players”.Minister for Sport Patrick O'Donovan and Charlie McConalogue, Minister of State with special responsibility for Sport have confirmed this week that they will not attend the Ireland v Israel match at the Aviva Stadium later this year.Taoiseach Micheál Martin also said this afternoon that Ireland does not want to be "self-defeating" in its approach to international soccer matches against Israel in the autumn.For more on this, Ciara Doherty is joined by Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire, Sinn Féin TD for Cork South-Central and Party Spokesperson for Foreign Affairs.

A picture is emerging in the byelection counts. Hugh is joined by Pat Leahy, Harry McGee and Jack Horgan-Jones to discuss what we have learned so far:On the basis of the numbers available on Saturday afternoon, Social Democrats councillor Daniel Ennis and Fine Gael senator Sean Kyne look well placed to take seats in Dublin Central and Galway West respectively. But transfers could still shift result in Galway West where Independent Ireland's Noel Thomas is polling strongly.The anti-establishment vote in Dublin Central has grown significantly with strong showings from both Gerry Hutch and Malachy Steenson.Sinn Féin's apparent failure to top the poll in either constituency is a bad result for the leader of the opposition Mary Lou McDonald.The results are even worse for Fianna Fáil, with its showing in Dublin Central, once a party stronghold, likely to be of particular concern to Taoiseach Micheál Martin.Would you like to receive daily insights into world events delivered to your inbox? Sign up for Denis Staunton's Global Briefing newsletter here: irishtimes.com/newsletters/global-briefing/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pat Leahy and Naomi O'Leary join Hugh Linehan to look back on the week in politics:· Taoiseach Micheál Martin arrived in Italy on Friday, meeting Pope Leo in the Vatican and Italian premier Giorgia Meloni in Rome. This is part of a round of meetings with leaders ahead of Ireland's EU presidency starting in July, with Martin meeting French president Emmanuel Macron in Paris on Thursday. An estimated 270 meetings with senior politicians are scheduled for the duration of Ireland's EU presidency, expect a lot of traffic disruption around Dublin Castle.· Naomi O'Leary has been covering the taoiseach's tour, where he has been keen to highlight the mistreatment of Gaza aid flotilla activists detained by Israeli forces. Could this, coupled with the slowdown in humanitarian aid into Gaza and the continued killing and displacement of Palestinians in the West Bank, finally spark the EU into placing sanctions on Israel?· And record rent surges in the first quarter of 2026. There was a 4.4 per cent increase between December and March as the Government's new rent control system came into effect. Plus, the panel picks their favourite Irish Times pieces of the week:· Arsenal end 22-year wait for title win, the tragic death of Yves Sakila, and the issues foreign investment presents for Ireland.Would you like to receive daily insights into world events delivered to your inbox? Sign up for Denis Staunton's Global Briefing newsletter here: irishtimes.com/newsletters/global-briefing/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For an update our Europe Editor, Tony Connelly.

While on a visit to Italy this week, Taoiseach Micheál Martin met with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican, the first meeting between a pontiff and a Taoiseach since 2018.Meanwhile, CMAT made headlines as she won the prestigious Ivor Novello Award for Best Album for her album 'Euro-Country'. The Irish popstar used the opportunity to urge artists to stop "sitting on the fence".And a new survey has indicated a growing interest in the Irish language on both sides of the border.Cathal O'Sullivan and Elaine Burke join The Last Word to discuss all of these and more of the week's trending stories.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

Taoiseach Micheál Martin is raise the matter of Israel's treatment of EU citizens from the Sumud Flotilla with French President Emmanuel Macron during a meeting in Paris. There are at least 12 Irish citizens on board the flotilla that were detained by Israel, according to organisers. We get the latest on this with Mark Weiss, Israel Correspondent with the Irish Times.

An Taoiseach Micheál Martin has said that passing the Occupied Territories Bill “will not change” Israel's behaviour. This comes as the Sanctions Against the State of Israel Bill will be voted on in the Dáil this evening…Joining Ciara Doherty to discuss this is Richard Boyd Barrett, People Before Profit TD.

Authorities have confirmed that a third British national has been diagnosed with suspected Hantavirus linked to the cruise ship outbreak.It was announced yesterday that plans being made for Irish citizens onboard to self-isolate after leaving the ship. Taoiseach Micheál Martin said health authorities are “working actively” to bring the Irish citizens home.Joining Shane to discuss this is Head of the Department of Biology and Director of the Human Health Research Institute at NUI Maynooth, Professor Paul Moynagh.

Earlier this week, Taoiseach Micheál Martin said that Ireland should explore the idea of using nuclear power in order to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels.Fianna Fáil TD James O'Connor has introduced a bill to reverse the ban and it is due to be debated in the Dáil in the coming months.Dr. Paul Deane, senior lecturer in Clean Energy Futures at UCC and Senator Malcolm Noonan of the Green Party speak to Matt on The Last Word about this.Hit the ‘Play' button on this page to hear the piece.

Ireland should seriously examine the idea of developing nuclear power as one way to reduce its future dependence on fossil fuels, Taoiseach Micheál Martin has said. It comes as Fianna Fáil TD James O'Connor has introduced a bill to reverse the ban on nuclear energy in Ireland. Joining Anton to discuss further was Sadhbh O'Neill, Climate policy researcher and Denis Duff, Co-founder of 18for0.

The Government has unveiled a new fuel support package aimed at easing pressure on key sectors including farming and road transport, with Taoiseach Micheál Martin saying the measures will significantly help those struggling with rising costs. But while industry groups have broadly welcomed the move, questions remain about whether the supports go far enough—and whether households are being left behind. To discuss this, Alan Morrissey was joined by Eugene Drennan of the Irish Road Hauliers Association and Stephen Walsh, Clare farmer and County Chair of the IFA. Image © Filling up at the gas station with a green nozzle in the car's tank by Madalina Todica's Images via Canva

PJ puts listener worries and questions to Taoiseach Micheál Martin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears about news in the Du Plantier case, learns of a campaign to allow people exchange US driving licences for Irish ones, talks to Taoiseach Micheál Martin. And More... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taoiseach Micheál Martin said leaders are concerned at the global implications of the war, for more Fiachra Ó Cionnaith reports from Cyprus.

In a breaking news story, cartel boss Daniel Kinahan has been arrested in Dubai on foot of an arrest warrant issued by the Irish courts in relation to alleged serious organised crime offences.Stephen Breen, crime editor with the Irish Sun, joins The Last Word to discuss this sensational development.After that, Kieran Cunningham and Orla Ryan join to discuss the week's trending stories including a short-lived attempt to oust Taoiseach Micheál Martin as Fianna Fáil leader and US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth channeling his inner Quentin Tarantino.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

Taoiseach Micheál Martin spoke to us about the ongoing fuel crisis.

On Wednesday, as fuel protests over the Government's response to rising petrol and diesel prices entered their third day it became clear the demands of the protesters showed no signs of being met.Taoiseach Micheál Martin said fuel protesters blocking cities and towns around Ireland are “wrong” and those breaking the law will be penalised.Several distinct but co-ordinated protests took place over the past three days, involving slow-moving convoys on motorways, such as the M1 and M50, as well as the blocking of main roads in Dublin.Those taking part include hauliers and agricultural contractors using large trucks and tractors to disrupt traffic.Irish Times political editor Pat Leahy analyses the political reaction to the protesters and Colm Keena explains who the protesters are and what they want.Presented by Bernice Harrison. Produced by Suzanne Brennan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we are coming to you from O'Connell Street in a gridlocked Dublin city centre. For the past few days, this has been the hub of a nationwide protest by hauliers, farmers and contractors in the face of rising fuel costs. Taoiseach Micheál Martin has described the action as “national sabotage”, while insisting that “a gun won't be put” to the head of the Government. As talk of Defence Forces deployment mounts, how much longer will this protest last? ­ Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guests: Ciaran Moran and Michael FarrellySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ellen Coyne and Jack Horgan-Jones join Hugh Linehan to look back on the week in politics:· Israeli strikes on Iranian natural gas infrastructure marked an escalation in the US-Israeli war on Iran. With global oil and gas prices climbing, could we soon see Government measures to offset the cost to consumers?· Opposition parties were less than impressed by Taoiseach Micheál Martin's showing during his St Patrick's Day meeting with US president Donald Trump, but the world's media praised Martin's polite pushback on certain points. · The demolition of an illegally-built Co Meath home has captured the public imagination this week. It has served to highlight the urban-rural divide when it comes to one-off housing during the current housing crisis.· And the monthly payments to those housing Ukrainian people in their spare rooms will be wound down over the coming year.Plus, the panel picks their favourite Irish Times pieces of the week:· Ronnie Delaney's Olympic gold medal win inspires Frank McNally to victory, the generational talent of Oscar winner Jessie Buckley, and the enduring fascination around JFK jnr.Would you like to receive daily insights into world events delivered to your inbox? Sign up for Denis Staunton's Global Briefing newsletter here: irishtimes.com/newsletters/global-briefing/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dan Mulhall, former Irish Ambassador to the United States and Lorcan Nyhan from The Communications Clinic, analyse Taoiseach Micheál Martin's performance alongside US President Donald Trump at the Oval Office

Taoiseach Micheál Martin sat down with US president Donald Trump for the traditional St Patrick's Day summit, with Mr Trump in typically boisterous form. How did the Taoiseach get on, though, with Iran, Keir Starmer, and a potential Doonbeg visit all on the agenda? Host: Tabitha Monahan Guests: Mary Regan and Cónal ThomasSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy St. Patrick's Day from the Sean Spicer Show. I was able to spend a few days with Ireland's Taoiseach Micheál Martin in Washington D.C. to celebrate. Our prayers go out to White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles as President Trump recently announced her breast cancer diagnosis. Congressman Marlin Stutzman joins the show to discuss the broader aspects when it comes to the war in Iran. After Operation Midnight Hammer, Iran did not cooperate and did not stop their nuclear ambitions. President Trump took out a legitimate threat, how long will it take to deem this successful? Congressman Stutzman gives his take on the MAGA divide and the recent resignation of Joe Kent, former Director of National Counterterrorism Center. The Save America Act hits the Senate floor but will it go anywhere? Featuring: Rep. Marlin Stutzman U.S. Congressman | Indiana, District 3 https://x.com/RepStutzman FREE CONTENT: https://www.seanspicer.com/p/why-republicans-are-losing-younger Today's show is sponsored by: Patriot Mobile - PatriotMobile.com/SPICER for 1 free month Take a stand for faith, family, and freedom—switch to Patriot Mobile. Patriot Mobile provides PREMIUM service on all three major U.S. networks.  Patriot Mobile has the same or even better coverage, backed by 100% U.S.-based customer support. Get unlimited data plans, mobile hotspots, international roaming, and more with Patriot Mobile. Take a stand as a PATRIOT by going to ⁠https://PatriotMobile.com/SPICER⁠ or call 972-PATRIOT for a FREE month! Firecracker Farms - https://firecracker.farm/ use code word: SEAN for a discount. Everything's better with HOT SALT. Firecracker Farms hot salt is hand crafted on their family farm with Carolina Reaper, Ghost and Trinidad Scorpion peppers. This is a balanced, deep flavor pair perfect with your favorite foods. Whether it's eggs, steaks, veggies or even your favorite beverage, Firecracker Farms hot salt is what you've been missing. Just head to https://firecracker.farm/ use code word: SEAN for a discount. Unlock the flavor in your food now! ------------------------------------------------------------- 1️⃣ Subscribe and ring the bell for new videos: https://youtube.com/seanmspicer?sub_confirmation=1 2️⃣ Become a part of The Sean Spicer Show community: https://www.seanspicer.com/ 3️⃣ Listen to the full audio show on all platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sean-spicer-show/id1701280578 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/32od2cKHBAjhMBd9XntcUd iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-sean-spicer-show-120471641/ 4️⃣ Stay in touch with Sean on social media: Facebook: https://facebook.com/seanmspicer Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanspicer Instagram: https://instagram.com/seanmspicer/ 5️⃣ Follow The Sean Spicer Show on social media: Facebook: https://facebook.com/seanspicershow Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanspicershow Instagram: https://instagram.com/seanspicershow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon and RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann discuss Phil's Oval Office exchange with Vice President JD Vance yesterday about his support for the Iran War. Also, yesterday's announcement that Chief of Staff Susie Wiles has been diagnosed with breast cancer, and will continue her job at the White House during treatment. Then, they discuss press coverage of the Iran War and FCC Chair Brendan Carr's threat to revoke broadcasters' licenses over their coverage of the conflict. Also, President Trump yesterday called Cuba a “very weakened nation” and says “I think I can do anything I want with it.” Next, they talk about a new poll that shows that 59 percent of American adults believe a college degree is “not worth the cost.” Also, Ireland's leader, Taoiseach Micheál Martin, visits Washington today for a full round of celebrations of St. Patrick's Day, including events on Capitol Hill and the White House. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Juliette Gash, political staff, reports from Washington ahead of Taoiseach Micheál Martin's visit to the White House.

Tá an Taoiseach Micheál Martin i Washington sna Stáit Aontaithe mar chuid de cheiliúradh na Féile Pádraig.

Ellen Coyne and Harry McGee join Hugh Linehan to look back on the week in politics:· Taoiseach Micheál Martin's St Patrick's Day visit to The White House to meet US president Donald Trump could prove awkward should he face questions about the US and Israel's military action against Iran, and its impact on the Middle East, Gulf regions and soaring fuel prices. Last year's meeting was a minefield to be navigated – perhaps Martin has learned from that experience.· A far less fraught meeting took place on Friday when the Taoiseach welcomed Britain's prime minister Keir Starmer to the UK-Ireland summit at Fota House in Cork. Security and co-operation were the order of the day, as Anglo-Irish relations continued to improve from a post-Brexit low.· And the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) decided this week, after a mere fifteen years, not to bring criminal charges against anyone arising from the Moriarty tribunal's final report in 2011. Michael Lowry and Denis O'Brien no doubt welcomed the decision.Plus, the panel picks their favourite Irish Times pieces of the week:· The brave and anonymous women we all owe a debt, the beef between farmers and Government, and Patrick Freyne's golden age of male role models.Would you like to receive daily insights into world events delivered to your inbox? Sign up for Denis Staunton's Global Briefing newsletter here: irishtimes.com/newsletters/global-briefing/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has arrived at Fota House in East Cork for a meeting with Taoiseach Micheál Martin. Both leaders have committed to closer working relationships on maritime security, trade, energy and culture. RTÉ Southern Editor Paschal Sheehy joined the show to tell us more.

This time last year, Taoiseach Micheál Martin was grasping an American-flag emblazoned short straw, playing second fiddle to Conor McGregor as our disgraced UFC representative took the St Patrick's Day podium. Now that the Taoiseach has been restored to March 17 parity, he has one hell of a job on his hands. What kind of reception awaits him in Donald Trump's Oval Office next week? Host: Kevin Doyle, Guest: Mary ReganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony Connelly, Europe Editor, looks ahead to Taoiseach Micheál Martin's meeting with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez.

Ellen Coyne and Cormac McQuinn join Hugh Linehan to look back on the week in politics:· In the Dáil on Wednesday, Taoiseach Micheál Martin issued an apology on behalf of the State to survivors of abuse in industrial and reformatory schools. Nobody doubts the sincerity of such apologies, but given the number of them over the years, perhaps their rhetoric should be matched with the practicalities and supports survivors need.· With the Residential Tenancies Bill comes into effect from March 1st, Sinn Féin finance spokesman Pearse Doherty was accused of “scaremongering and misinformation” by Tánaiste Simon Harris in the Dáil on Thursday. Doherty pointed to research carried out by I-Res Reit, the State's largest corporate landlord, which suggested a potential increase in rent returns of up to 25 per cent resulting from the new rent rules. The new rules are designed to attract new investors into the rental property sector, and what could be more attractive than charging higher rents?· The glacial speed at which vital infrastructure projects such as the Greater Dublin Drainage Project are delivered here could be accelerated by the establishment of a new Infrastructure Regulatory Simplification Unit in Minister for Public Expenditure and Infrastructure Jack Chambers's department.· And the upcoming byelections in Dublin Central and Galway West, with seats vacated by Paschal Donohoe and Catherine Connolly respectively, are looking increasingly hard to call.Would you like to receive daily insights into world events delivered to your inbox? Sign up for Denis Staunton's Global Briefing newsletter here: irishtimes.com/newsletters/global-briefing/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pat Leahy and Ellen Coyne join Hugh Linehan to look back on the week in politics:· When it comes to the housing crisis or whether to spend the exchequer surplus, the results from the latest Irish Times/Ipsos B&A poll suggest an electorate that wants to see some action. This is despite Government's claims that real progress has been made on housing. · One of the most noteworthy finds of the latest Irish/Ipsos B&A opinion poll is the uptick in Taoiseach Micheál Martin's approval rating. He is now the most popular party leader here who continues to have the backing of more than 80 per cent of Fianna Fáil voters. Perhaps he has now put Jim Gavin's fiasco of a presidential campaign behind him?· And the latest tranche of Epstein files is proving to be quite damaging for UK prime minister Keir Starmer, with an apology issued this week to victims of Jeffrey Epstein over the appointment of Peter Mandelson as US ambassador at a time when his friendship with Epstein was already public knowledge.Plus, the panel picks their favourite Irish Times pieces of the week:· The Melania Trump film, a world without nuclear arms control, and why transgender rights misinformation is the last thing schools need.Would you like to receive daily insights into world events delivered to your inbox? Sign up for Denis Staunton's Global Briefing newsletter here: irishtimes.com/newsletters/global-briefing/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.