RealClearPolitics Podcast

With just one month to go to the midterms, Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the race for the U.S. Senate, including tonight’s candidate debates in Maine and Michigan. They also look forward to 2028, as Vice President JD Vance and Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) share barbs and The Washington Post examines former Vice President Kamala Harris’ chances of winning the Democratic nomination. Next, they discuss President Trump’s remarks last night in Nebraska concerning Iran’s nuclear program and the possible targeting of Los Angeles and San Diego. And, Trump announced he will pay for television ads curr...

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the causes behind this week’s riots in France and Sunday night’s presidential election results in Brazil, where conservative candidate Flavio Bolsonaro ended in first place and is headed to a run-off election on Octobe 25th against progressive incumbent Lula da Silva. Then, they discuss newly announced White House assistant secretary Beni Rai Harmony, a 24-year-old former White House reporter who posted a holiday picture of herself wearing an “F—Biden” t-shirt while holding a rifle. Also, President Trump promises to send a $90 refund check to 20 million American seniors to help pay for th...

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss today’s employment numbers and Vice President JD Vance’s comments on the economy and the midterm elections. Also, they look at the botched execution of Christa Pike and the future of the death penalty in America. Next, RCP Senior Elections Analyst Sean Trende joins the guys to discuss the latest RCP projections for the House of Representatives, plus, they discuss House minority leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) speaking out on the political futures of Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Then, they talk about the release of the new...

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon dive into the recent governor's debate in California between Democrat Javier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton, hosted by CNN. The discussion centers around the debate's impact, with Becerra seemingly winning by simply not faltering, despite his significant lead in the polls. The team analyzes the candidates' strategies, including Hilton's populist appeal and Becerra's frequent references to President Donald Trump, questioning whether this approach effectively addresses Californian voters' concerns. They also touch on the implications of Becerra's record and the broader context of Democratic leadership in the state. Later, Nicole Russell from USA Today...

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon and RCP White House correspondent Carolina Lumetta discuss yesterday’s AI summit at the White House and Sen. Eric Schmitt’s (D-MO) questioning of former Special Counsel Jack Smith at yesterday’s Senate hearings on Smith’s investigation of President Donald Trump. Next, they discuss revelations that the Department of Homeland Security is spending up to $20M on campaign-style ads for Donald Trump in advance of the midterms, White House efforts to address affordability and a new Wall Street Journal survey of voters’ economic concerns and preferred solutions. And finally, they discuss Senate races in Texas...

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss this morning’s Senate testimony by Jack Smith, the former special counsel behind the federal criminal cases against Donald Trump. Also, a preview of today’s White House meeting between President Donald Trump, Speaker Mike Johnson and leaders of America’s top AI companies. Next, Emily Jashinsky joins the guys to discuss the controversy over a new television ad run by Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders (R-AR) featuring a young white male on welfare, Hispanic voters in the midterms, and Madonna’s appearance on last Sunday’s VMA awards on CBS. Then lastly, they discu...

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the latest Senate and House polls with just 36 days to go to the November midterms. Then, Peter Berkowitz, author of the new book "Reclaiming Liberal Education in America", joins the guys to discuss the future of higher education. And finally, they discuss the legal and political ramifications of new national television ads featuring President Trump produced by the White House and paid for by the US taxpayer. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss last night’s state dinner at the White House. Then, Brian Gaffney joins the guys to discuss his new book "The School of Hard Knucks: My Three Sons and Baseballs’ Wildest Pitch”. Next they talk about a new study from Cornell University. And finally they wrap up with their “You Cannot Be Serious” stories for the week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the latest on the ban of CNN, MSNOW and Politico from the White House and coverage of Senate races in Nebraska, Alaska and Texas. Then, RCP National political correspondent Susan Crabtree joins the guys to discuss religious suppression in China and today’s White House summit. And finally, they discuss new polling from Gallup that shows support for socialism in America at an all-time high, and now New York Times shareholders are suing the paper’s board over alleged biased coverage of Israel and Jewish issues. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See...

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon and RCP White House correspondent Carolina Lumetta discuss today's arrival of Chinese leader Xi Jinping for meetings at the White House and a state dinner on Thursday night. Also, the latest efforts by CNN, MSNOW and Politico to regain access to the White House following President Trump’s decision to ban them from the building. Then, Joe Abraham, father of Katie Abraham, who was just twenty when she was killed in a car crash caused by an intoxicated illegal immigrant is now the executive director of VOICE (Victims of Immigration Crime Engagement), an office wi...

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss former Vice President Kamala Harris who is campaigning in Michigan today with Democratic Senate Candidate Abdul Al-Sayed, and Illinois governor JD Pritzker who announced Monday that he has lost 80 pounds, adding fuel to speculation that he is running for the Democratic presidential nomination. Then, James S.Robbins, Dean of Academics at the Institute of World Politics in Washington DC joins the guys to discuss President Donald Trump’s speech this morning to the UN General Assembly and this week’s White House meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. And finally, they discuss a ne...

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the White House ban of CNN, MSNOW and Politico and today’s meeting between NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani and President Donald Trump. Then, Mike Leon, Head of U.S. content for DAZN, the sports streaming platform and host of the podcast, “Can We Please Talk?” joins the guys to discuss the Protect College Sports bill and the future of college athletics. And finally, they discuss the President’s announcement that the proposed Washington Arch would now include drones, snipers and ammunition, and they also talk about this weekend’s protests at the Kennedy Ce...

In this episode of RealClearPolitics, Andrew Walworth is joined by Washington bureau chief Carl Cannon and contributor Richard Porter to delve into the ongoing discourse surrounding artificial intelligence and its implications for society. They kick off the conversation by examining the recent calls from AI industry leaders for federal regulation, questioning the motivations behind these requests and the potential consequences for innovation. Richard shares insights from his latest article on the SEC filings of major AI companies, discussing the inherent risks these firms face and the importance of transparency in their operations. The panel reflects on the balance between ensuring...

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On this episode of RealClearPolitics, Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon dive into the latest political maneuvers from Capitol Hill, including the recent failed impeachment attempt against President Donald Trump by Rep. Al Green. The they dissect the implications of Democratic leadership's hesitance to fully commit to impeachment as Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries speaks on accountability and oversight. The discussion turns to the upcoming California governor's race, with insights from RCP's Susan Crabtree on Steve Hilton's campaign strategy against the Democratic machine, particularly focusing on ballot harvesting. The crew examines the political landscape as they analyze the dynamics between...

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss Governor Gavin Newsom’s (D-CA) interview while fly fishing with CNN’s Jake Tapper, where he said he would not run for the Democratic presidential nomination in 2028 if Kamal Harris decided to run. Also, Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-KY) returns to the Senate floor to vote yesterday after a three-month absence due to health problems. RCP Senior Elections Analyst Sean Trende joins the crew to discuss yesterday’s Supreme Court’s decision to block the Trump Administration from moving forward with restrictions on mail-in ballots before the 2026 midterms. Also, a look at campaign spending...

Andrew Walworth, Carl Cannon and RCP contributor Brigadier General John Teichert, USAF (Ret) discuss Sunday’s “60 Minutes” report on the rescue of the crew of an US F-15 from Iran last April, and recent events in the Ukraine War, including a Russian drone attack on a train near the Polish border this weekend. The guys also discuss possible Congressional action to regulate artificial intelligence and reaction to President Donald Trump’s promise of a $5,000 check to every adult American if the GOP wins both the House and Senate in November. Andrew and Carl also discuss President Trump’s recent remarks favoring I...

On this special episode of RealClearPolitics, Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon reflect on the 25th anniversary of 9/11, sharing powerful clips from former President George W. Bush and discussing the lasting impact of that tragic day on American foreign policy. They delve into the Bush Doctrine and its implications, examining how the events of 9/11 shaped a generation's view of national security and global engagement. The conversation shifts to the poignant remarks of 9/11 victim's family members, highlighting their calls for accountability regarding Saudi Arabia's role in the attacks. As they grapple with the complexity of justice and closure, the guys...

Join Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon, Richard Porter, and Andrew Walworth as they broadcast live from the GOP Midterm Convention in Dallas, Texas. The episode kicks off with a recap of President Donald Trump's electrifying speech, where he promised a $5,000 dividend to every adult citizen if Republicans secure a victory in the midterms. The hosts dissect the implications of this bold claim, questioning its feasibility and potential impact on the electorate. As the discussion unfolds, the team reflects on the dynamics of the convention, highlighting Trump's ability to energize the crowd and the challenges faced by other Republican candidates. They also...

Join Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon, and Carolina Lumeta as they report live from the GOP Midterm Convention in Dallas, Texas. The team dives into the strategic implications of the convention, with insights from RNC Chairman Joe Gruters, who emphasizes the importance of putting President Trump on the ballot for the upcoming midterms. Carolina shares her thoughts on the Republican Party's messaging and key themes to watch for, including the push against Democratic socialism. The conversation shifts to the notable absences of some Republican candidates from swing districts, raising questions about Trump's influence on the ticket. The group explores...

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss today’s Republican and Democratic Senate primaries in New Hampshire and the Republican Midterm Convention, which kicks off in Dallas tomorrow. The guys also discuss New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s signing ceremony last Friday marking the 25th anniversary of the attack on the World Trade Centers, where he passed the ceremonial pen to his Chief Counsel, Ramzi Kassem, who previously represented an al-Qaeda terrorist with links to the attack on the Pentagon. Also, students at Utah Valley University plan to protest a memorial event marking the one-year anniversary of the assa...

President Trump is set to address the nation tonight with an important update on the ongoing conflict in Iran, now entering its second month. Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon analyze the implications of the war, particularly in light of Secretary of State Marco Rubio's remarks about reevaluating the United States' relationship with NATO. As questions arise regarding the effectiveness of NATO in the current geopolitical landscape, the trio debates whether the alliance still serves America's interests.

The conversation shifts to the domestic front, discussing the potential political fallout from the war on gas prices and...

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon delve into the latest immigration statistics from the Center for Immigration Studies, revealing a decline in both illegal and legal immigrant populations since President Donald Trump's administration began. They discuss the economic implications of these trends and whether Trump's immigration policies may be inadvertently harming the labor market. The conversation shifts to the political fallout from recent procedural votes in the House, as Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries reacts to defections within his party. The episode also features insights from Henry Olsen, who analyzes the upcoming midterm elections, the potential impact of redistricting, and...

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon dive into the recent Democratic primary results in Massachusetts, where 80-year-old incumbent Ed Markey decisively defeated 47-year-old Seth Moulton. Markey's victory speech emphasized progressive values, including taxing the rich and environmental concerns. The discussion shifts to the significance of incumbency in Massachusetts, with a focus on the mixed outcomes for progressive candidates across the state. The trio also examines the Texas Senate race, where Democrat James Talarico faces scrutiny over past comments linking climate change to capitalism and white supremacy. As Talarico leads in the polls, they ponder the implications of his controversial...

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the results of yesterday’s Democratic primaries in Massachusetts, newly released video from 2020 of Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico talking about capitalism and the oil industry, and the fallout from the conflict between former Army Secretary Dan Driscoll and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth. RCP White House correspondent Carolina Lumetta joins in to discuss the politics of data centers in the midterms. The guys then discuss the recent deportation of former Breitbart editor Milo Yiannopoulos who has described himself as a “persecuted human rights icon.” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See ht...

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss today’s Democratic Senate primary in Massachusetts and yesterday’s 5-4 Supreme Court decision allowing construction of the White House ballroom to continue. Then, Matthew Gould, former British Ambassador to Israel and former deputy ambassador to Iran joins the guys to discuss the internal politics of Iranian leadership and how understanding that dynamic should inform U.S. policy toward Tehran. And finally, they discuss the Texas Senate race and the latest controversy over male cheerleaders in the NFL. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our...

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and RCP White House correspondent Carolina Lumetta discuss the latest changes in US strategy in Iran, President Trump’s oil deal with Venezuela, and the renaming of Lake Ontario. Then, Presidential historian Tevi Troy joins them to discuss the Michigan Senate race and President Trump’s strategy for the midterm elections. Next, they discuss Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s decision to renew her membership in the Democratic Socialists of America and the debate within the DSA concerning whether the organization should support her for president. And finally, they do a preview of the Republican midterm convention to be hel...

Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon, and Emily Jashinsky discuss the Iran War hitting the six month mark and Trump's approval rating. They also talk about RFK Jr. saying that Pennsylvania health officials fabricated 2 recent measles deaths. Next, they discuss a new City Journal piece analyzing the dysfunctional government in Los Angeles. And finally, they chat about Dolly Parton's legacy of goodness and San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York who was busted in a prostitution sting earlier this week in Ohio. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data...

Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon, and RCP Senior Elections Analyst Sean Trende discuss the GOP Senate runoff in South Carolina, and other Senate races in Iowa, Texas, and Alaska. Then, they are joined by Susan Crabtree to discuss her story about 3 members of the Secret Service communications dept being suspended. And, they also talk about Pete Hegseth's firing of the publisher, editor and reporter from the Stars and Stripes. Next, they discuss Meta's landmark $17 billion settlement with states over teen media addiction case. And finally, they talk about the passing and legacy of superstar singer and cultural icon Dolly Parton. Hosted...

Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon, and Carolina Lumetta discuss the GOP Senate runoff in South Carolina, Abdul El-Sayed debating Jesse Watters on FOX News, and Hakeem Jeffries' video about his meeting with Jared Kushner. Next, they discuss the Supreme Court decision on mail ballots, the Trump administration's unprecedented mass visa revocation program, and Marco Rubio's announcement the U.S. has removed Syria's designation as a state sponsor of terror. Then finally, they chat about Carolina Lumetta's article on Trump cabinet members all taking to TikTok, and the robot Olympics being held in China. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https...

Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon, and Richard Porter discuss Trump's economic 'D-Day' against Iran, his exploding trade war with Canada, and his stumping on behalf of Darline Graham in South Carolina over the weekend. Next, they interview Professor Jonathan Turley over his new book, "Rage and the Republic" and his Fox News column today calling Hasan Piker the "hateful Pied Piper of the left". And lastly, they discuss the news that the Washington Post has been ordered to rehire opinion columnist Karen Attiah after an arbiter found they had not proven she had engaged in "gross misconduct". They also touch on...

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss President Donald Trump’s support for Darlene Graham’s Senate bid in South Carolina, Pete Buttigieg’s decision to appear in the state this weekend to court Black voters, and Rep. Seth Moulton’s challenge to incumbent Democratic Senator Ed Markey in Massachusetts. Next, RCP National Political Correspondent Susan Crabtree joins the guys to discuss Eric Swalwell’s legal problems, including the FBI’s recent seizure of his cell phone and laptop and new information on his relationship with Christine Fang, a suspected Chinese spy. Also, a new New York Times article profiled Sec...

Andrew Walworth and Carl Cannon discuss the politics of data centers and artificial intelligence, including Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro’s new Executive Order on stricter requirements for data center developers in the state. Also a PAC supported by the AI company Anthropic is spending millions on ads to support Republican candidates who advocate regulation of AI, including Florida Republican Senator Ashley Moody. Then, Tom Bevan joins the guys and Harmeet Dhillon, US assistant attorney general for the Civil Rights Division of the Justice Department, comes on to discuss election integrity and the Department’s plan to deploy 1,000 poll monitors nationwide in t...

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss Tuesday's primary results, including self-proclaimed DSA member Angie Nixon’s surprise victory in the Democratic senate primary in Florida and the results of Alaska’s ranked voting contest. Also, current Sen. Darlene Graham and Rep. Ralph Norman faced off last night in a debate for the South Carolina Senate GOP nomination. Then, Rep. Jared Huffman (D-CA), author of the new book, "No Prophets, the Fight to Save Democracy from Christian Nationalism", joins the guys to discuss what he sees as the “most dangerous political movement” in the United States and names House Speaker...

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon preview today’s primary elections in Florida and Alaska. Then, they discuss the growing opposition to Flock surveillance cameras and Flock Safety CEO Garrett Langley’s defense of the company’s practices. They also cover Illinois Governor JB Pritzker’s proposed 57 percent increase in passenger-vehicle highway tolls and GOP gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey’s call to eliminate tolls entirely. Then finally, Nick Eberstadt of the American Enterprise Institute joins the guys to discuss President Donald Trump’s recent overtures to North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un, as well as Trump’s decision to scale back U.S...

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the Democratic National Committee’s weekend meeting in Austin, TX and the internal struggle between traditional Democrats and the party’s emerging socialist wing. Also, they talk about the Democratic Socialists of America celebrating the 100th birthday of Fidel Castro just in time for tomorrow’s Florida Democratic primary. Then, they discuss the online fight between billionaire Mark Cuban and California Representative Ro Khanna (D-CA) over the state’s proposed billionaire wealth tax. And, they chat about Governor Gavin Newsom and Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer agreeing that “no one” wants to talk about Covid...

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, Emily Jashinsky and RCP White House correspondent Carolina Lumetta discuss the resignation of White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt and the Administration’s request that the Supreme Court intervene to implement President Trump’s executive order restricting the use of mail-in ballots ahead of the midterms. Next, Andrew, Tom and Emily discuss New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s response to questions about Rep. Alexandria Ocasio Cortez (D-NY) who recently remarked that “Woke 1” was “crazy.” Also, A former employee of the Southern Poverty Law Center has been arrested on charges that she oversaw secret payments to informants inside white s...

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Josh Kraushaar, editor in chief of Jewish Insider and a political analyst for Fox News Radio discuss the results of yesterday’s primary elections including South Carolina’s special election for the GOP senate nomination and the primaries for the governor’s race in Wisconsin. Next, they discuss New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani who is facing pushback over the rollout of the city’s new "pied-a-terre tax" and whether the NYPD would provide security for his wife’s upcoming trip to Lebanon and Syria. And finally, they discuss Secretary of State Marco Rubio and his wife Jeane...

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and RCP Senior Elections Analyst Sean Trende discuss today’s primary elections including new polling from South Carolina’s special election for the GOP senate nomination. Also, the Wall Street Journal reports states are making efforts to clean up their voting rolls in anticipation of attacks by the Trump Administration this fall. Then, Peter Berkowitz, author Explaining Israel: The Jewish State, the Middle East, and America, joins Andrew and Tom to talk about the state of U.S./Israel relations in the wake of Israeli President Benjamin Netanyahu’s rejection of the Trump Administration’s latest peace pl...

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and RCP contributor and attorney Richard Porter preview tomorrow’s key primary races in Wisconsin and Minnesota and look at tomorrow’s special election to name a Republican candidate to replace the late Sen. Lindsey Graham in South Carolina on this fall’s ballot. Next, they discuss Rep. Alexandria Ocasio Cortez's (D-NY) remarks on the excesses of what she calls “Woke 1” and her Instagram stories that started this weekend describing the experience of freezing her eggs. Also, they talk about Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed distanced himself from streamer Hassan Piker’s remarks on America “deserving” 9-1...