RealClearPolitics Podcast

Andrew Walworth, Carl Cannon and Emily Jashinsky, host of the new podcast “After Party,” discuss whether recent Trump decisions on immigration and the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files will hurt his base supporters. They also talk about Elon Musk and problems this week with his AI platform Grok, which posted anti-Semitic comments. Will artificial intelligence emerge as a political issue in 2026 and beyond? Plus, they have the “You Cannot Be Serious” stories for the week. Next, Andrew Walworth and Carl Cannon talk with presidential historian Tevi Troy about the connection between U.S. presidents and Iran, and whether the two countries can ever restore normal relations. And then, Maggie Miller talks with Realclear Investigations writer Ben Weingarten about his recent article on how the Trump Administration wants to change who is included in the U.S. census, and why leaving illegal aliens out of the count could alter the balance of power in the House and affect who wins the presidency.

Andrew Walworth, Carl Cannon and National Review contributor Heather Wilhelm discuss whether President Trump should receive The Nobel Peace Prize, and the politics behind the selection process. The they discuss former White House physician Dr. Kevin O’Connor’s surprise decision to assert his Fifth Amendment rights to avoid self-incrimination during an interview with House lawmakers and California Governor Gavin Newsom's tour of South Carolina. Then Andrew Walworth and Carl Cannon talk with Miranda Devine, New York Post columnist and host of the podcast “Pod Force One,” about her recent exclusive interview with White House chief of staff Susie Wiles. Then they speak with RCP National Correspondent Susan Crabtree about the news that the Secret Service has suspended agents involved in the assassination attempt against Donald Trump last year in Butler, Pennsylvania.

Andrew Walworth, Carl Cannon and RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann discuss whether President Trump will sign on to new sanctions against Russia, and a just released audio recording of Trump at a 2024 fundraiser shows the president informing donors that he once told Vladimir Putin he’d bomb Moscow if Russia invaded Ukraine. They also talk about CIA Director John Ratcliffe’s decision to refer former CIA director John Brennan and former FBI Director James Comey for criminal investigation. Plus, new polls suggest that the President’s budget bill is unpopular with voters and may impact Republicans in the 2026 midterms. Then, Carl talks with Nancy Jacobson, founder and CEO of No Labels and Ryan Clancy, chief strategist for No Labels about the organization’s efforts to launch a third party, and about Elon Musk’s current attempt. And finally, Andrew talks to Michael O’Neill, vice president of legal affairs at the Landmark Legal Foundation, about federal judges continuing their efforts to block Trump policies, despite a recent Supreme Court decision designed to limit their power to do so.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the reaction to today’s cabinet meeting statement by Attorney General Pam Bondi on Jeffrey Epstein. Also, Elon Musk and former Democratic presidential candidate Andrew Yang have met to discuss the future of Musk’s “America Party”. They also talk about the CIA’s report on the work done by intelligence agencies in their investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election. Plus, a Massachusetts judge has put a two-week hold on barring Medicaid funding for Planned Parenthood, which is called for in the new budget bill just passed by Congress. Next, Tom talks to RCP contributor Charles Lipson, Peter B. Ritzma Professor Emeritus at the University of Chicago, about the enduring appeal of socialism to university students and the influence of a radicalized professoriate. And then, Andrew talks to RealClear Markets editor John Tamny about his recent piece on the fight between the Trump Administration and The FED over interest rates cuts.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the politicization of the recent tragic flooding in Central Texas, and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meeting with President Trump at the White House. They also talk about a Sunday New York Times piece on how the Democratic Party is evaluating its policies on immigration, and they look at a new article by RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann on how Trump’s takeover of the Kennedy Center has resulted in more funding for the arts organization. Next, Carl talks to RCP contributor Greg Orman about Elon Musk’s announcement that he was starting “The American Party,” and whether a third-party campaign can win in America today. And finally, Tom talks to Greg Swanson, Chairman of Republican Overseas UK, about remembering the July 7, 2005 coordinated attacks by radical Islamists that killed 52 people and injured 800 more in the UK.

We are presenting a "best of" show for the Fourth of July weekend! 1. Tom Bevan talks to Ej Dickson, senior writer at New York magazine, about her recent article covering The Young Women’s Leadership Summit in Dallas, TX, and what factors explain the recent rise in support for MAGA among women aged 18-29. (aired June 18th) 2. Trump Border Czar Tom Homan tells RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann what "scares the hell out" of him concerning Iranian nationals in the United States. Homan predicts deportations will skyrocket after passage of Trump’s budget bill. (aired June 26th) 3. Carl Cannon talks to RCP contributor Greg Orman about Tesla’s market valuation, Elon Musk’s bet on the future of humanoid robotics, and the implications for American workers of an increasingly robotic future. (aired June 10th) 4. Andrew Walworth and Carl Cannon talk with Dr. Matthew E. Bunson, Vice President and Editorial Director for EWTN and the author of the new book: Leo XIV: Portrait of the First American Pope. (aired June 17th)

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the passage of President Trump’s budget bill by the House today. And, Trump talks to Russian president Vladimr Putin amid a pause of defensive weapons shipments to Ukraine. Then, they talk about Trump’s plans to helm the celebration of the 250th anniversary of American independence over the next year. Plus, the “You Cannot Be Serious” stories for the week. Next, Tom talks to RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann about a brewing conflict between Republican Senator Tom Cotton of Arkansas and Tulsi Gabbard, Director of National Intelligence. And finally, Andrew and Carl talk to historian Jay Cost about why we celebrate the American Revolution and the lasting impact of The Declaration of Independence and The Constitution on the world.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann discuss the fate of Trump’s budget bill in the House. And they talk about the University of Pennsylvania agreeing to ban transgender athletes from its women's sports teams in a settlement with the Department of Education. Then, they discuss Paramount Global’s decision to settle a law suit brought by Donald Trump over the editing of a CBS News interview with Kamala Harris during the 2024 presidential campaign. Plus, a discussion of Sam Tannenhaus’ recent Vanity Fair article comparing Trump’s leadership style to that of mob bosses in 1980s New York. Next, Tom Bevan talks to RCP contributor John Kass about what it means for America that its most populous cities – including Los Angeles, Chicago and perhaps New York after today’s announcement that Zohran Mamdani is the official Democratic mayoral candidate - are run by progressive Democratic mayors. And lastly, Andrew Walworth talks to RealClear Investigations writer Ben Weingarten about his recent article on how the Trump Administration wants to exclude illegal aliens from the U.S. Census count, and why doing so could alter the balance of power in the House, change the distribution of votes among states in the electoral college, and redistribute population-based federal funds.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the Trump budget bill which passed the Senate today and also the latest episode in the feud between President Donald Trump and Elon Musk. Then, they talk about Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell’s comments today that Trump’s tariff policies have helped keep interest rates high. Plus, the Democratic National Committee announces summertime plans to build enthusiasm for the party in “non-political spaces". Next, they discuss today’s official closing of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s plans to cut 15% of the State Department’s personnel. Then finally, RCP contributor Maggie Miller talks with RealClear Investigations writer John Murawski about his latest expose looking into how during Pride Month, some public libraries have moved beyond celebrations of LGBTQ+ identity to include sexually explicit content, radical gender ideology, and overt political messaging—even in books and displays aimed at very young children.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss a new poll from Gallup released today that shows the percentage of Americans who say they are "proud to be an American" has fallen to a record low. And, they talk about New York Democratic mayoral candidate Zohan Mamdani who was questioned about democratic socialism and what it means to him. Then, they discuss how, in the face of pressure from Donald Trump, Canada decided to rescind a tax on digital services that would have cost U.S. tech giants billions. Plus, President Trump prepares to visit a new holding facility being built in the Florida Everglades to house illegal migrants. Next, RCP senior elections analyst Sean Trende talks with Tom Bevan about Sen. Thom Tillis’ decision not to run for reelection in North Carolina, putting a vulnerable Senate seat up for grabs. And lastly, Carl Cannon talks to RealClear Investigations reporter James Varney about his recent story which explains on January 15 and 16, 2025, The Department of Energy signed off on $42 billion in green energy projects – a sum that exceeded the total amount the agency’s Loan Programs Office had spent over the past ten years.