WSJ Opinion: Potomac Watch

Kevin Warsh Wins Confirmation as Fed Chair, as the Inflation Gauge Hits 3.8%

Thu, 14 May 2026 21:08:00 -0000

The Senate approves the Federal Reserve's new leader 54-45, one day after new figures from the Labor Department show consumer prices accelerating, and not only due to oil stuck at the Strait of Hormuz. How will Warsh approach the job of getting back to 2%, and what's the legacy of outgoing Chair Jerome Powell?

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The Trump-Xi Summit in China: Trade, Taiwan, AI and More

Wed, 13 May 2026 19:25:00 -0000

Donald Trump lands in Beijing for meetings with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, with agenda items that include trade and tariffs, the future of Taiwan, and the U.S. computer chips that are powering American artificial intelligence. Plus, will Trump make good on his promise to push for the freedom of Hong Kong's Jimmy Lai?

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Trump Waives the Jones Act, Temporarily Freeing U.S. Oil Supply Chains

Tue, 12 May 2026 20:02:00 -0000

Donald Trump issues a five-month waiver of a 1920 law that says ships carrying cargo between U.S. ports must be American-built. Colin Grabow of the Cato Institute explains the results, as dozens of voyages now help to distribute oil and gasoline, and he argues the Jones Act is economic lunacy that should be repealed.

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Can Trump Break the Impasse With Iran in the Gulf?

Mon, 11 May 2026 20:25:00 -0000

Iran rejects Donald Trump's proposal to settle the war, and Trump says the cease-fire may not survive. On this episode of Potomac Watch, Paul Gigot speaks with the Hudson Institute's Michael Doran about the chances for renewed fighting and whether Iran's economy will break under U.S. pressure.

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Virginia's 10-1 Gerrymander Loses in Court, as Tennessee Draws a 9-0 Map

Fri, 08 May 2026 21:35:00 -0000

The Virginia Supreme Court strikes down a Democratic map that voters approved last month. Meantime, Tennessee moves to oust its only congressional Democrat by splitting his Memphis seat, a majority-black district held by Rep. Steve Cohen, who is white. Which side is now winning the gerrymander wars?

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The Rising Influence of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas

Thu, 07 May 2026 21:10:00 -0000

This week Clarence Thomas becomes the second-longest-service Justice on the Supreme Court, and his impact on American law is growing. Paul Gigot speaks with law professor and former Thomas clerk John Yoo about the Justice’s influence on the Court and the recent testy exchanges between Justices that have played out in public.

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Ben Sasse on Experimental Medical Research and Why the Senate is Broken

Wed, 06 May 2026 20:48:00 -0000

On this episode of Potomac Watch, Paul Gigot sits down with former Senator Ben Sasse about his diagnosis with Stage IV pancreatic cancer and his experience with experimental drug trials to battle it. They also discuss the challenges of reforming higher education, why there is so much dysfunction in the Senate, and what are the keys to a strong American comeback during its 250th anniversary.

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The Abortion Pill Mifepristone Comes Back to the Supreme Court

Tue, 05 May 2026 20:22:00 -0000

Federal regulations permit the drug to be dispensed by mail without a doctor's visit, but after an appeals court rules against that policy, Justice Samuel Alito halts any change until the Supreme Court can consider it. Plus, does mifepristone by mail present concerns that women might be privately coerced into taking it?

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Iran Strikes the United Arab Emirates as Fighting Intensifies

Mon, 04 May 2026 20:19:00 -0000

President Trump moves to escort ships trapped in the Persian Gulf through the Strait of Hormuz, and Iran answers by firing on tankers and hits the U.A.E. What are the President’s options as a showdown in the Strait of Hormuz looms? Plus, Spirit Airlines shuts down, leaving thousands out of a job and questions about what could have prevented the end of the low-cost airline.

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The Supreme Court's 6-3 Ruling Against Racial Gerrymandering

Fri, 01 May 2026 21:12:00 -0000

The Justices say the Voting Rights Act requires an inference of "intentional discrimination" before states can be ordered to draw minority-majority districts. Does this "gut" the VRA, as Democrats claim? How many House seats might be affected? And why has Justice Clarence Thomas argued the result might be less racial polarization?

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Jerome Powell Decides to Stay on the Federal Reserve Board of Governors

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:38:00 -0000

Outgoing Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell announces he will remain on the board as a governor as Kevin Warsh prepares to take over. What could be his reasons for staying and what does it mean for the Fed? Plus, the U.S. economy keeps growing modestly, but inflation is getting higher according to the new economic data from the first quarter of 2026.

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Trump's Lawfare Against James Comey / Florida's 24-4 Gerrymander

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 20:13:00 -0000

The Justice Department releases a new indictment of the former FBI Director, claiming his Instagram post of seashells spelling out “86 47” was a threat to kill President Trump. Plus, Gov. Ron DeSantis's new House map could counter Virginia's Democratic gerrymandering, but is it a risk for the GOP if trends change?

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The Bank Robber, the Supreme Court, and the 'Geofence' Warrant for Cellphone Data

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:16:00 -0000

Police caught Okello Chatrie using location data from Google, and now he wants the Justices to say this violated the Fourth Amendment, which protects against "unreasonable searches and seizures." Plus, the Court hears arguments on whether cancer lawsuits against the weed killer Roundup are preempted by federal law.

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The Aftermath of the White House Correspondents' Dinner Shooting

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:16:00 -0000

After an assassin targets members of the Trump administration at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, questions about security protocols arise as the President vows for the event to be held again. Plus, Britain's King Charles visits the U.S. in a much anticipated state visit to Washington, bringing hopes of repairing a frayed relationship amid the pageantry.

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Trump Moves to Reschedule Marijuana / A Federal Bailout of Spirit Airlines?

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 22:38:00 -0000

The Trump administration shifts medical marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III, opening up federal tax deductions that will be a boon to America's pot industry. Plus, President Trump suggests the federal government might step in to bail out or even buy Spirit Airlines, a precedent that progressives will love.

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Trump's Iran Ceasefire Extension, the U.S. Blockade, and the Strait of Hormuz

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 20:23:00 -0000

Donald Trump says the regime in Tehran is fractured, so the U.S. will hold off further strikes until its leaders "can come up with a unified proposal." What kind of a nuclear deal would be a U.S. victory that's worth accepting? Plus, as the White House ousts Navy Secretary John Phelan, who would be a worthy replacement?

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Virginia Narrowly Approves a 10-1 Democratic Gerrymander

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:29:00 -0000

Donald Trump won 46% of the vote in Virginia in 2024, yet Republicans might soon control only 9% of the House seats. How can Democrats seriously argue this is a win for "fairness"? What else did the GOP expect, after it started this gerrymandering race to the bottom in Texas? And what can fed-up voters do about it?

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Zohran Mamdani's Grocery Store and Kathy Hochul's Pied-à-Terre Tax

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 19:10:00 -0000

Gov. Kathy Hochul wants to help New York City balance its budget with a new tax on second homes over $5 million, but what if wealthy owners simply leave? Plus, Mayor Zohran Mamdani offers new details about his proposed government-run grocery stores, including a $30 million plan to build one in East Harlem.

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Negotiations Between the U.S. and Iran Take an Uncertain Turn

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 20:25:00 -0000

Peace talks between the United States and Iran are scheduled to resume this week, but will the Iranians show up and what will they have to offer? Plus, Iran says it'll keep the Strait of Hormuz closed until the U.S. lifts its blockade of Iranian ports as both sides try to work out an agreement over Iran’s nuclear program.

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The California Governor's Race and the Eric Swalwell Accusations

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 21:52:00 -0000

Eric Swalwell quits the campaign and Congress after several women allege sexual misconduct going back years. While other Democrats deny that they knew about this behavior, why didn't they take the rumors more seriously? Plus, is there a chance that California's jungle primary could nominate two Republicans?

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Gerard Baker in Conversation with Texas Senator Ted Cruz

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:03:00 -0000

Speaking at WSJ Opinion Live in Washington, D.C., WSJ Editor at Large Gerard Baker and Texas Senator Ted Cruz discuss the war in Iran, the 2028 Republican primaries, and whether Mr. Cruz would accept a Supreme Court nomination.

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Paul Gigot in Conversation with U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:08:00 -0000

Speaking at WSJ Opinion Live in Washington, D.C., WSJ Editorial Page Editor Paul Gigot and U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent discuss economic uncertainties amid the war with Iran, the AI competition between the U.S. and China and President Trump's postponed summit with Xi Jinping in May.

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The Artemis II Moon Mission—and What NASA Is Planning Next

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:54:00 -0000

The success of Artemis II, including Friday's splashdown, brought new excitement to space exploration. Is this a good use of taxpayer money? Can the U.S. beat China's 2030 target for the next lunar landing? And how have private companies, including SpaceX and Blue Origin, changed the calculus? James B. Meigs joins to discuss.

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Donald Trump Tries to Squeeze Iran with a Naval Blockade

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 21:09:00 -0000

After talks break down between the U.S. and Iran, Donald Trump imposes a naval blockade against oil and other products going to or from Iranian ports through the Strait of Hormuz. Will this economic pressure force Iran's leaders to make concessions? Plus, voters in Hungary depose Viktor Orban despite JD Vance’s visit to support his campaign.

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JD Vance Hits the Campaign Trail—in Budapest, Hungary

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 20:17:00 -0000

The Vice President flies to Europe to speak at a rally with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, who is trying to extend his 16 years in power amid elections this weekend. Why is JD Vance so invested in Orbán's re-election, and does the MAGA right have the wrong idea about the American interest in Hungary's politics?

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Will Donald Trump Walk Away From NATO?

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 20:38:00 -0000

President Trump has signaled a potential U.S. withdrawal from NATO, citing a lack of support from allies during the Iran war. While NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte described Wednesday’s White House meeting as 'frank and open,' the alliance remains under pressure as Trump maintains that NATO 'failed' its testing ground in the Middle East.

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President Trump Declares a Two-Week Ceasefire in Iran

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 20:10:00 -0000

The U.S. halts its strikes on Iran, saying its military objectives have been achieved, shortly after President Trump threatened that "a whole civilization will die" if the regime refused to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Yet the terms of any deal, including on the strait and Iran's nuclear program, so far remain an open question.

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Trump's Budget Plan: a 10% Cut, but With $1.5 Trillion for Defense

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 21:52:00 -0000

The White House releases President Trump’s 2027 budget request, which calls for reducing domestic spending while adding money for the Pentagon, including to fund a "Golden Dome" missile defense. Will Congress heed or ignore these ideas? And what does the plan say about America's growing entitlement programs?

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Trump Issues an Ultimatum to Iran After a Dramatic Rescue of a U.S. Airman

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 21:48:00 -0000

President Trump took a risk in ordering a high-risk rescue of a U.S. airman from Iranian territory. Now attention is focused on his threat to bomb Iran's electric power plants and bridges if the regime doesn't agree to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

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Trump Fires Attorney General Pam Bondi / NASA's Artemis II Heads to the Moon

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 22:04:00 -0000

President Trump removes AG Pam Bondi, shortly after ousting Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. Could this be the beginning of a larger cabinet shakeup, and who might lead the Justice Department next? Plus, NASA sends astronauts toward the moon for the first time since the end of the Apollo program.

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Donald Trump Makes His Iran Case to the Nation

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 19:25:00 -0000

How effective was the President's primetime address on the U.S. military operation in Iran? Plus, Republicans agree to fund the Department of Homeland Security with the exception of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, bringing an end to the long lines and chaos at TSA checkpoints in U.S. airports.

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The Supreme Court Debates Birthright Citizenship, With Trump in the Audience

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 21:09:00 -0000

As Donald Trump watches from the public seats, the Justices consider his order to reinterpret the 14th Amendment and deny citizenship to babies whose parents are in the U.S. illegally or temporarily. While he argues that birth tourism and illegal migration make this necessary, Solicitor General John Sauer faces tough questioning.

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America's Money Migration: Democratic States Keep Losing Taxpayer Income

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 21:20:00 -0000

The IRS releases new figures on income migration between 2022 and 2023, which show taxpayers continuing to flee high-tax states for more welcoming ones, including Florida, Texas, and Tennessee. But Democratic leaders aren't getting the message, as Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson signs a new millionaire's tax.

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Who's Winning in Iran After a Month of War?

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 19:37:00 -0000

The U.S. continues to make military progress but its strategic goals remain elusive. President Trump contemplates sending ground troops for discrete missions in Iran, and financial markets try to assess the economic impact of the Iran oil shock.

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Why Congress Failed, Again, to End the Shutdown of Homeland Security

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 22:46:00 -0000

During the wee hours, the Senate approves a bill to reopen most of the Department of Homeland Security, but the House rejects the idea of partial DHS funding. While this puts a spotlight on Republican disagreements, Democrats are keeping the shutdown going by refusing policy concessions on immigration enforcement.

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A Jury Finds Meta and YouTube Liable for a Young Woman's Problems

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 18:43:00 -0000

A jury finds Meta and Google’s YouTube responsible for contributing to a young plaintiff’s internet addiction and causing harm to her mental health. But was the lawsuit more a victory for trial lawyers, and could legislation from Congress assist parents in navigating social media for their children?

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President Trump, Iran and the Fog of Diplomacy

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 20:16:00 -0000

The U.S. holds off striking Iran's power infrastructure, as President Trump cites "productive conversations" with the regime, but Tehran denies any talks are taking place. Meantime, Iran fires missiles at Diego Garcia, a base in the Indian Ocean that's about 4,000 kilometers away, which should be a threat warning to Europe.

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The Supreme Court Sounds Ready to End Late Mail Ballots

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 21:11:00 -0000

Many states count absentee ballots that are mailed on time, even if they don't arrive until days or weeks later. But the Justices seem prepared to rule that this policy is contrary to federal laws setting a uniform Election Day. How could this affect the November midterms and the GOP debate over the SAVE America Act?

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When Will Congress Finally Pass Funding for TSA's Airport Screeners?

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:12:00 -0000

Chaos continues to grow at airports across the United States as the partial government shutdown leaves DHS unable to pay workers. At the same time, the Trump administration looks for upwards of $200 billion to supplement military action against Iran. So how will Congress respond?

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National Security Concerns from California to Social Media

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 19:34:00 -0000

The Trump administration gets more serious about California's oil and gas vulnerability and how it might impact national security, ordering the resumption of a project in federal waters off California's coast. Will the state's security weakness play a role in Governor Gavin Newsom's quest for the White House and commander-in-chief role? Plus, social media sites like TikTok highlight the problem of adversaries spreading AI-generated video propaganda during wartime operations.

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Should Republicans Kill the Senate Filibuster?

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 18:45:00 -0000

Paul Gigot and Barton Swaim discuss the Republican debate about the Senate's 60-vote rule, dissent on the MAGA right over the Iran war, and the Texas Senate primary that could cost the GOP a seat.

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Joe Kent's Exit and the MAGA Divide on Iran

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:52:00 -0000

The Trump Administration's counterterrorism director resigns, saying Iran didn't pose an imminent threat to the United States and accusing Israel of dragging America into wars. What does the episode suggest about the politics of the war, and will more exits follow? Plus, the fight over funding the Department of Homeland Security continues as Sen. Markwayne Mullin appears on Capitol Hill for his confirmation hearing to run the agency.

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China Has Much to Lose in Iran

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 20:33:00 -0000

The U.S. military action against Iran continues and the question is how soon American forces can open up the Strait of Hormuz. On this episode of Potomac Watch, Kate Odell talks with war scholar John Spencer about the next phases of the conflict and how the war is testing Beijing's strategic bet on Iran.

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The War in Iran Shifts to the Strait of Hormuz

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 19:07:00 -0000

Donald Trump calls on allies to assist in patrolling the Strait of Hormuz to keep the vital oil chokepoint open and keep gas prices down. Plus, how will the Federal Reserve react this week to the economic impact of the war and higher energy prices?

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The Senate Debate on the SAVE America Act and a Talking Filibuster

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 19:39:00 -0000

Donald Trump presses to pass the SAVE America Act, which would require proof of citizenship to register to vote, meaning many driver's licenses wouldn't be enough. As some Republicans demand a talking filibuster to enact the bill, Sen. John Thune says that isn't so easy in practice, and the GOP lacks the votes for it.

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Iran Fights Back on the Energy Front as Donald Trump Looks to ‘Finish the Job’

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 17:51:00 -0000

While the U.S. and Israel joint operation destroys drones and nuclear missiles in Iran, the regime counters the only way it can, by threatening the world energy market. Plus, Donald Trump gives mixed messages about not leaving the region too soon, while still declaring the United States has 'already won.'

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The Senate Housing Bill Backed by Tim Scott and Elizabeth Warren

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 21:14:00 -0000

Voters are frustrated by home prices, and the Senate will soon take up the bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act. But the bill is a 300-page melange of federal grants and pilot programs, plus a progressive ban on home purchases by big investors. Plus, 22 states sue over Donald Trump's tariffs under Section 122.

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Vinay Prasad Is Leaving the FDA / Anthropic Sues the Pentagon

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 22:14:00 -0000

The Food and Drug Administration's controversial regulator is set to exit, amid more criticisms that the agency is stifling promising treatments. Meantime, the AI company Anthropic sues the Pentagon, after the Trump administration labels it a "supply chain risk" after a dispute over surveillance and autonomous weapons.

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The Iran War Roils Oil Markets as Gasoline Prices Rise in the U.S.

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 18:40:00 -0000

The U.S. and Israeli war with Iran begins its second week with worry about rising oil prices and volatile financial markets. Plus, signs point to Russia providing intelligence to Iran, and Iran chooses the son of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei to be its new leader.

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Trump Fires Kristi Noem / The Iran War and U.S. Munition Stocks

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 22:01:00 -0000

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is out, after a damaging appearance before the Senate, as Donald Trump names Markwayne Mullin to replace her. Will the DHS personnel change also affect ICE policy? Plus, does the U.S. have enough air-defense interceptors to maintain deterrence while finishing the job in Iran?

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Can Iran's Regime Survive the War?

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:40:00 -0000

Paul Gigot interviews Hudson Institute Middle East expert Michael Doran, who says the military campaign is going well for the U.S. and Israel. But the aftermath is far from certain as Donald Trump aims for 'regime transformation' rather than a revolution.

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Marijuana and Guns at the Supreme Court / Cornyn, Paxton and a Texas Runoff

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 21:31:00 -0000

Federal law prohibits users of illegal drugs from owning guns, but does this violate the Second Amendment? The Justices debate that question, with a focus on how the Founders handled "drunkards." Plus, James Talarico wins the Democratic Senate nod in Texas, as John Cornyn and Ken Paxton head to a GOP runoff.

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The Texas Senate Primary: Cornyn, Paxton, Crockett and Talarico

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 21:53:00 -0000

Democrats hope surging voter enthusiasm will turn Texas blue this fall, but candidate quality matters. On the Republican side, Sen. John Cornyn faces a stiff challenge from Attorney General Ken Paxton, who is loud but has liabilities. Democrats also have contrast of personalities in Jasmine Crockett vs. James Talarico.

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How Long Does Donald Trump Have to Achieve His War Aims in Iran?

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 20:18:00 -0000

A joint operation by the United States and Israel on Iran leads to the assassination of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with Donald Trump promising more strikes over the next four to five weeks. Will this lead to regime change in the region, and what will it take for the President to declare a strategic victory?

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The DHS Shutdown Drags On / Trump's Plan for Powering AI Data Centers

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 22:34:00 -0000

Federal workers with TSA airport security and the Coast Guard are receiving partial paychecks, after Democrats again refuse to fund the Department of Homeland Security without major reforms to ICE. Plus tech firms prepare to visit the White House, as Donald Trump tells them to generate their own electricity.

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Will the U.S. and Iran Go to War?

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 20:43:00 -0000

Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner begin a round of indirect talks with Iranian officials over the country’s nuclear program and ballistic missiles. President Trump says he wants a diplomatic solution, but has he effectively made his case to the American people if he decides to launch a possible strike on Iran?

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The Moments That Stood Out in Trump's State of the Union Address

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 19:41:00 -0000

Donald Trump declares victory on the economy, frames the Democratic Party as extreme, and offers praise for JD Vance and Marco Rubio, in one of the longest State of the Union speeches in recent times. But what's the agenda that Republicans can carry into the midterms? Plus, Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger delivers a Democratic response that starts with affordability, yet her party’s nominees in November might be moving further left.

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Did China Secretly Test a Nuke? / The FDA Reversal on an mRNA Flu Shot

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 20:50:00 -0000

American officials say they believe China held a nuclear test in 2020, and President Trump reserves the right to do the same, as the New Start arms-control treaty with Russia hits its expiration date this month. Plus, the Food and Drug Administration summarily rejects a flu vaccine from Moderna, before changing course.

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Scott Lincicome on Where the Trump Tariff Wars Are Going Next

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 20:31:00 -0000

Now that the Supreme Court has struck down Donald Trump's "emergency" tariffs, will the government refund the billions of dollars it unlawfully collected? And as Trump turns to other tariff authorities, how much will he be limited by the guardrails written into those laws? The Cato Institute’s trade expert Scott Lincicome discusses.

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Donald Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ Tariffs Lose 6-3 at the Supreme Court

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 20:20:00 -0000

The Justices strike down the President's "emergency" tariffs, ruling that a law called IEEPA doesn't give him limitless power to tax imports on a whim. But will Trump try to reimpose his tariff policy using other laws, or is the GOP quietly breathing a sigh of relief, as the 2026 midterms near amid mixed economic signals?

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Zohran Mamdani's Tax Ultimatum Is a Threat to Soak the Middle Class

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 22:15:00 -0000

To raise taxes on the rich, New York's Mayor wants help from Albany and Gov. Kathy Hochul. And if they refuse? Mamdani now says he'll jack up property taxes by nearly 10%. But isn't overspending the problem? Plus, the Congressional Budget Office offers an estimate for federal deficits over the next decade: $24 trillion.

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Marco Rubio Speaks to Europe in a Different Tone Than JD Vance

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 21:27:00 -0000

Secretary of State Marco Rubio offers tough love to U.S. allies in a speech at the Munich Security Conference, in contrast to Vice President JD Vance last year. Will this be the GOP's choice once Donald Trump leaves office? Plus, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez gets tripped up on Taiwan, and another U.S. aircraft carrier nears Iran.

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The EPA Ends the 'Endangerment' Finding, a Linchpin of U.S. Climate Regulation

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 21:31:00 -0000

The Environmental Protection Agency rescinds its 2009 assertion that it can regulate greenhouse gases under the Clean Air Act, because they "endanger" public health. EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin says this means cheaper cars and no more EV mandates, but is it going next to the courts, and maybe the Supreme Court?

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Democrats Pick a Shutdown Fight, as the ICE Surge Ends in Minneapolis

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 22:57:00 -0000

Congress skips town without funding the Department of Homeland Security, as a partial shutdown nears for the TSA and more, while border czar Tom Homan winds down immigration raids in Minnesota. Plus, does President Trump see his vulnerability, with voters now telling pollsters that Joe Biden did a better job?

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The January Jobs Numbers Exceed Expectations

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 18:45:00 -0000

The January jobs report shows a rebound in the labor market after a lousy 2025. Will it continue, and what does it say about the prospects for growth in this election year? Plus, the U.S. House stages a bipartisan revolt against Donald Trump’s tariffs on Canada.

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New Jersey Democrats Choose a Nominee Who Says 'Abolish ICE Now'

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 20:54:00 -0000

Analilia Mejia, a former political director for Bernie Sanders, wins a Democratic primary in a suburban House district, while Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger starts her tenure from the left. Are these signs of where the Democratic Party is going, and what does it suggest about the midterms, such as the Senate race in Texas?

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Texans Race to Sign Up for School Choice. Will Mississippi Take Note?

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 20:17:00 -0000

About 60,000 families apply in mere days, as Texas opens enlistment for its new education savings accounts, or ESAs. That's a big success, after Gov. Greg Abbott bet political capital to pass the program. Meantime, the Mississippi Senate derails an ESA bill passed by the state House. Will Gov. Tate Reeves try again?

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Jimmy Lai Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison, but Can Trump Intervene?

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:22:00 -0000

Amounting to essentially a death sentence for Jimmy Lai, the Hong Kong publisher is sentenced to 20 years in prison for violating China’s national security law. What can Donald Trump do when he meets with Xi Jinping during his visit to China later this year? Plus, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi leads her Liberal Democratic Party to victory.

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Trump Calls to ‘Nationalize’ Elections, as the GOP Debates Tightening Voter ID

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 21:47:00 -0000

Donald Trump says the federal government should "take over the voting" in many places, drawing pushback from Republicans, who argue that the Constitution creates a decentralized system. Plus, Congress weighs a bill to require citizenship checks in voting, meaning many driver's licenses wouldn't qualify as ID.

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Is Trump Getting Closer to Brokering a Russia-Ukraine Peace?

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 20:00:00 -0000

U.S. negotiators profess optimism, as Vladimir Putin feels more economic pressure from sanctions amid staggering casualties. But land and security guarantees for Ukraine are still sticking points.

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The ICE Drawdown in Minneapolis / Epstein Files Collateral Damage

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 20:43:00 -0000

Border czar Tom Homan says 700 immigration officers are leaving Minnesota, and those that remain will get body cameras, while Congress gives itself mere days to negotiate a funding bill with ICE reforms. Plus, the government publishes three million pages of Epstein files, with victim details inadvertently left unredacted.

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Trump's ‘Armada’ Nears Iran / U.S. Life Expectancy Hits a Record

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 21:42:00 -0000

As a U.S. aircraft carrier arrives in the Middle East, President Trump goes back to negotiating with Iran. But what does the U.S. want in a deal, now that Iran's nuclear sites are rubble, and will Trump help the country's protesters? Plus, new figures show Americans are living longer, which is good news with political lessons.

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Donald Trump’s ‘Central Casting’ Pick for the Federal Reserve

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 20:17:00 -0000

With Donald Trump citing education, looks, and thoughts on cutting interest rates, Kevin Warsh emerged as his choice for chairman of the Federal Reserve. Will Senator Thom Tillis stick to his promise to block any nominee until the Jerome Powell investigation concludes? Plus, Republicans lose a reliable state Senate seat in Texas, which could indicate Donald Trump’s immigration enforcement is backfiring.

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Another Spending Impasse in Congress, as Democrats Demand an ICE Overhaul

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 22:44:00 -0000

Washington is again racing to avoid a government shutdown, as Democrats seek changes to federal immigration enforcement, such as requiring agents to carry body cameras and prohibiting them from wearing face masks. Plus, Tom Homan tells Minneapolis he's working on a plan to de-escalate the federal surge there.

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Is Social Media Liable for Teen Mental Health? A Bellwether Trial Begins

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 20:12:00 -0000

The lawsuit in California involves a young woman who says addictive use of social sites led to anxiety and body-image problems. But can she prove causation, does Section 230 immunity stand in the way, and is this the right role for the courts? Plus, Australia's ban on users under 16 has deactivated five million accounts.

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Trump Wants to 'De-escalate' in Minneapolis. Will Democrats Help?

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:37:00 -0000

"Just give us your criminals," Donald Trump says he told Gov. Tim Walz and Mayor Jacob Frey, and could this be a starting point for compromise? Yet the local jail, run by Hennepin County Sheriff Dawanna Witt, doesn't honor ICE detainers, and Minneapolis has a broad "sanctuary" law that bans police from helping.

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The Gerrymander Wars Come to Staten Island / Measles Cases Keep Going Up

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 22:30:00 -0000

Florida and Virginia are the latest states to consider drawing new House maps before November, as a New York judge orders a redo for the Staten Island district of Republican Rep. Nicole Malliotakis. Plus, amid a measles outbreak in South Carolina, a top CDC official dismisses such cases as the "cost of doing business."

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Has Donald Trump’s Immigration Enforcement Reached a Crisis Point?

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 19:54:00 -0000

Another shooting in Minneapolis further polarizes the debate over President Trump's authorization of ICE operations in Minnesota. Can state and federal government officials work together before there is more chaos and violence in the streets?

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Jack Smith's Testimony, Tim Walz's Subpoena, and Bill Clinton's Contempt Vote

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 22:24:00 -0000

Former special counsel Jack Smith says he has no real regrets about how he handled his indictments of Donald Trump. Really? Plus, the Justice Department gives a subpoena to Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, as a House committee calls to hold Bill and Hillary Clinton in contempt for refusing to testify on Jeffrey Epstein.

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Donald Trump’s Greenland ‘Framework’ and the Board of Peace Dominate Davos

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 20:18:00 -0000

The President backs down from his early threats by announcing an agreement has been reached about the future of Greenland. But what does it entail? Plus, Trump introduces the members of the Board of Peace, but concerns linger about his invitation to Vladimir Putin to join.

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The Supreme Court's Big Cases on Fed Independence and Gun Rights

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 20:09:00 -0000

Donald Trump's effort to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, citing an alleged mortgage violation, goes before the Justices, who have already signaled they see the Fed as different from other independent agencies. Plus, the Court also hears a challenge to Hawaii's law banning guns by default in many private stores.

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Trump Threatens 25% Tariffs Until the U.S. Gets Greenland

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 19:55:00 -0000

Donald Trump says he'll impose new tariffs on eight European allies until Denmark agrees to cede the arctic island. But won't this only harden the opposition in Greenland, and what if the Supreme Court strikes down his "emergency" tariff powers? Plus, what does the Indian Ocean island of Diego Garcia have to do with it?

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With Inflation Still at 2.7%, Trump Proposes Fixing Prices on Credit Cards

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 22:35:00 -0000

Inflation isn't whipped yet, with new figures showing prices up 2.7% year over year, and 3.1% for food. But as Donald Trump seeks answers to "affordability," his latest is a plan to cap credit-card interest rates at 10%, an idea favored by Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders. What economic side effects would this create for consumers?

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Donald Trump Threatens the Insurrection Act in Minnesota

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 19:47:00 -0000

In response to the escalating violence and protests in Minnesota, Donald Trump warns about using the Insurrection Act to allow him to use the military within the United States. Will turning up the temperature make an already dangerous situation even worse? Plus, Gov. Tim Walz tells citizens to protest peacefully, but encourages the filming of ICE agents’ actions on the ground.

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Did DEI Produce a Military Recruitment Recession?

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 21:11:00 -0000

Former Rep. Mike Gallagher and political scientist Kevin Wallsten say that President Biden's diversity, equity and inclusion agenda alienated would-be military recruits. What motivates young Americans to enlist, and can President Trump, who touts high standards and individual merit, reverse a cultural retreat from military service?

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The Supreme Court, Transgender Athletes, and Girls' Sports

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 22:27:00 -0000

The Justices hear two cases challenging laws in Idaho and West Virginia that bar biological males from participating in women's sports. The transgender athletes say this violates the 14th Amendment and Title IX. How does the Supreme Court seem to be leaning, and what does this portend for 27 states with such laws?

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Trump's War on the Federal Reserve Escalates With a Criminal Subpoena

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 20:15:00 -0000

Fed Chair Jerome Powell says the criminal subpoena issued to him is about controlling interest rates and not any wrongdoing. Plus, the number of protestors killed in Iran continues to rise while President Trump weighs his options to intervene.

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Why Is Trump Blaming Investors for High Housing Prices?

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 21:52:00 -0000

President Trump says he wants to ban "large institutional investors" from buying single-family homes, taking up another cause long championed by progressives, including Elizabeth Warren. How much housing do such companies own, and does the White House have the power to act, or is this more populist scapegoating?

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The Minnesota Shooting Aftermath and How Long Will Trump Run Venezuela?

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 18:51:00 -0000

An ICE agent shoots and kills a woman in Minneapolis and both the right and the left are quick to blame the other side. Was a deadly incident like this inevitable? Plus, President Trump says the U.S. may run Venezuela for at least a year, maybe longer.

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Trump Still Wants Greenland / RFK Jr.'s New Vaccine Schedule

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 20:35:00 -0000

The White House renews its pressure campaign to take control of Greenland, even suggesting the U.S. could do it by force. But what military access to the island can't already be negotiated? Plus, the CDC drops several shots from its childhood vaccine recommendations, which the trial bar could use as an opening for lawsuits.

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Tim Walz Bows Out of Re-Election / The Pentagon Censures Mark Kelly

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 21:08:00 -0000

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz ends his campaign for a third term, as the scandal of his state's welfare fraud continues to snowball. Plus, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the Pentagon will censure Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly for a video in which he and other Democrats told the military to refuse “illegal orders."

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What's Next for Venezuela After the U.S. Seizes Maduro?

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 20:21:00 -0000

Donald Trump says the U.S. is now "in charge” in Caracas as ousted president Nicolás Maduro appears in federal court in New York. But the dictator's henchmen remain in power for now. Will they bow to Mr. Trump's wishes or leave the country?

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Zohran Mamdani Promises NYC 'the Warmth of Collectivism'

Fri, 02 Jan 2026 17:48:00 -0000

New York's mayor uses his inaugural address to insist he won't back away from socialism, including freezing rent and providing free buses, as he's sworn into office by Bernie Sanders. But will Mamdani be able to deliver, and at what cost? And will other Democrats follow his lead in shifting the party further to the left?

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Another Electric Car Crash: Ford's $19.5 Billion EV Write-Down

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 14:21:00 -0000

Ford takes a huge charge on its EV business, as the Trump Administration rewrites the CAFE standards and the European Union moves to water down its 2035 clean-car mandate. Will politicians ever learn? Apparently not, as California regulators keep subsidizing the uneconomical Ivanpah solar thermal electric plant.

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Trump Says the U.S. Hit a Venezuelan Dock, as Pressure Rises on Maduro

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 21:31:00 -0000

Donald Trump says he struck a facility in Venezuela that was being used to load drug boats, as the U.S. also seizes another oil tanker. What's the latest on the effort to force dictator Nicolás Maduro from power? How much have the regime's oil revenues fallen? And is this a standoff that either Trump or Maduro will win?

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Donald Trump Attempts Two Peace Plan Negotiations at Mar-a-Lago

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 20:58:00 -0000

Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky meet to work out an agreement to end Ukraine’s war with Russia, but what kind of security guarantees is Zelensky looking for from the United States? Plus, Benjamin Netanyahu comes to Mar-a-Lago to discuss the next phase of the Gaza cease-fire plan.

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The House Passes a Bill to Fix Federal Permitting

Fri, 26 Dec 2025 15:04:00 -0000

Before leaving town for the holidays, the House votes 221-196 to pass the SPEED Act, which would accelerate construction projects that need federal permits under the National Environmental Policy Act, or NEPA. How much difference could the legislation make, and does it have a shot at 60 votes in the Senate?

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Elise Stefanik Bows Out of Politics, and Trump Endorses Bruce Blakeman

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 16:51:00 -0000

Republicans avoid a costly primary in the race for New York Governor, after Rep. Elise Stefanik drops out and President Trump gets behind Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman. While the polling favorite is still incumbent Gov. Kathy Hochul, could Zohran Mamdani shake up the state's politics once he's sworn in?

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The U.S. Navy's Plan to Build ‘Trump-class’ Battleships

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 19:16:00 -0000

Donald Trump announces the construction of new U.S. battleships that the Pentagon says will be armed with nuclear cruise missiles, railguns, and lasers. Is this a smart use of naval resources? How does it fit into Trump's security strategy? And can such ships be launched fast enough to fill America's deterrence gap?

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The Post-Trump Conservative Movement’s Identity Crisis

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 22:09:00 -0000

The battle over the future of the American conservative movement is on full display as Ben Shapiro and Tucker Carlson trade barbs, but which side will win? Plus, Vivek Ramaswamy rejects the ideas of “heritage Americans,” and the Heritage Foundation loses major policy leaders from its organization to Mike Pence’s group, further demonstrating the divide on the right.

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Donald Trump's Order to Relax Marijuana Restrictions

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 22:30:00 -0000

His plan to reclassify cannabis, so that it's no longer a Schedule I drug under the Controlled Substances Act, wouldn't make pot legal in the U.S., but it could help marijuana companies do more business. What does the research show about marijuana's harms, and does this fit Trump's call to "Make America Healthy Again"?

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Donald Trump Tries to Recover on Inflation and Affordability

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 19:09:00 -0000

The President claimed in a rare primetime Oval Office address that the economy is doing well and will boom in 2026. Will it persuade the public? Plus Paul Gigot and Matthew Continetti on Trump's best and worst decisions of the year.

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Europe Gets (More) Serious About the Threat From Vladimir Putin

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 19:54:00 -0000

NATO’s secretary general urges Europe to prepare for "the scale of war our grandparents or great-grandparents endured," yet a new report says Ukraine is on track this year to receive the lowest level of military aid allocations since Russia's invasion. Plus, what's the latest on Donald Trump's push for a peace deal?

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Speaker Mike Johnson's Push for a GOP Healthcare Bill

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 21:49:00 -0000

Republicans so far have stood their ground on refusing to extend the Covid-era ObamaCare subsidies that Democrats passed under President Biden. With their expiration now weeks away, the House unveils a GOP healthcare bill that could increase options for American workers, including by expanding association health plans.

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Global Islamic Terrorism Remains a Threat

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 21:17:00 -0000

A spate of weekend violence in Australia and Syria shows both the rise of antisemitism worldwide and why the threat of ISIS needs to be contained. Plus, a Hong Kong court hands down its guilty verdict against pro-democracy newspaper publisher Jimmy Lai, who has been in prison for five years. Could the verdict be the start of the diplomacy that could win Jimmy Lai's release?

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Australia Bans Social Media for Kids Under 16. Is the U.S. Next?

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 22:39:00 -0000

Ten big tech platforms, including Facebook, TikTok and Snapchat, must now take "reasonable steps" to remove Australian users who aren't yet 16 years old, and one potential U.S. presidential candidate in 2028 is saying he'd like to follow suit. How is the law being enforced, and could the U.S. take a similar approach?

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The Showdown Between the U.S. and Venezuela Escalates

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 19:13:00 -0000

The U.S. seizes a tanker full of Venezuelan oil headed for export, but does the move show Donald Trump has the will to do what it takes to topple the Maduro regime? Plus, María Corina Machado, the Venezuelan opposition leader, escapes Venezuela in secret to accept the Nobel Peace Prize.

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What's Missing From Donald Trump's ‘Affordability’ Message

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 20:24:00 -0000

At a rally in Pennsylvania, he suggests affordability concerns are a "hoax," insisting that the economy is strong and prices are coming down. But with inflation still running at 3%, and as consumers pay Trump's tariffs, is the White House too quickly dismissing this political vulnerability for the GOP in the 2026 midterms?

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Trump, Reagan and the GOP's Foreign Policy Vision

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 19:52:00 -0000

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth uses a speech at the Reagan Library in California to argue that Donald Trump's foreign policy follows in the Gipper's footsteps. Plus, as the White House releases its new national security strategy, what does this document say about Trump's views on China, Russia, and the Western Hemisphere?

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Are 'Independent’ Agencies Unconstitutional? Supreme Court Justices Debate

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 21:02:00 -0000

The High Court hears a major case on whether President Trump can fire members of the Federal Trade Commission, despite a 1935 precedent (Humphrey's Executor) that says otherwise. Plus, in a second case this week, Republicans challenge limits on coordinated campaign spending by candidates and political parties.

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Are Minnesota's $1 Billion Safety-Net Scams a Drop in the Bucket?

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 22:33:00 -0000

Federal prosecutors have now charged dozens of people, many from the state's Somali community, for defrauding Minnesota's welfare programs. How did the government let this happen, and does the outrage suggest that Republicans can win a political debate over reforming America's systems for public assistance?

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The Market, the Fed, and the Financial Future of AI

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 20:32:00 -0000

The economy is sending mixed signals, but is the stock market in a bubble? Paul Gigot and “Inside View” columnist Andy Kessler discuss the valuations of various technology and AI companies, and look at the list of possible replacements for Jerome Powell as chairman of the Federal Reserve.

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The GOP Hangs On in Tennessee, as Voters Swing Left by Double Digits

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 22:50:00 -0000

Republican Matt Van Epps wins a special election for a House seat in Nashville, but he defeats Aftyn Behn, the "AOC of Tennessee" by only nine points, in a district Donald Trump carried by 22. Is this a signal about the coming 2026 midterms? Plus, Britain will pay more for pharmaceuticals to avoid further Trump tariffs.

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The Supreme Court's $1 Billion Online Copyright Case

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 20:52:00 -0000

If an internet user pirates music files, can his broadband provider be liable? The Justices consider that in a case pitting Cox Communications against Sony Music Entertainment. Plus, the Court also hears from pro-life pregnancy centers trying to shield their donor details from New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin.

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Donald Trump’s Warnings Put Pressure on Venezuela

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 20:02:00 -0000

Donald Trump ratchets up the pressure on Venezuelan dictator Nicolas Maduro to resign and effectively closes Venezuelan airspace. Plus, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth denies giving an order to fire a second missile to kill survivors of an initial attack on a boat supposedly carrying drugs.

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Is the U.S. Prepared for the Next War?

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 13:12:00 -0000

America is struggling to build ships, missiles and drones, even as war rages in eastern Europe and tensions rise in Asia. What's the answer? Kate Odell speaks with analyst Seth Jones about his new book “The American Edge,” and how the U.S. can still meet the world's threats, with free enterprise and presidential leadership.

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Trump Loses Round One on Prosecuting James Comey and Letitia James

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 20:47:00 -0000

A federal judge dismisses the criminal charges, ruling that Donald Trump didn't properly appoint Lindsey Halligan, the prosecutor who indicted them. Is the judge right that she sidestepped Senate confirmation? And as Attorney General Pam Bondi vows to appeal, does the country have a way to break the lawfare cycle?

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Trump's Peace Plan for Ukraine and Russia Is a Moving Target

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 21:59:00 -0000

Ukraine reportedly agrees in principle and suggests a meeting soon between President Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky. But Russia declines to commit to anything, and there are important details yet to be worked out. How are the terms shifting from the 28-point proposal that received a cool reception last week?

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Marjorie Taylor Greene’s Resignation Highlights Cracks in the MAGA Coalition

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 20:44:00 -0000

Marjorie Taylor Greene announces she will leave Congress in January after a public split with Donald Trump on a variety of GOP policy stances. What does her exit say about who will lead the Republican party in the future? Plus, a Republican redistricting plan to redraw the map in Texas backfires, leading the way for the Supreme Court to decide.

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Donald Trump's 28-Point Plan for Ukraine's Capitulation

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 21:01:00 -0000

His proposal to end Russia's war is actually an ultimatum to Ukraine, since it would ratify Vladimir Putin's territorial gains and cap the size of Kyiv's military, while offering only a vague U.S. security guarantee. Trump suggests he might end American support if Ukraine won't agree, but what might be the costs to the U.S. of a bad deal?

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Zohran Mamdani's Police Chief and a Sitdown With Donald Trump

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 20:25:00 -0000

New York's Mayor-elect heads to the Oval Office, after convincing NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch to stay on the job next year, though how much Mamdani will interfere in policing the city remains to be seen. Plus, is this the opening that Rep. Elise Stefanik needs to defeat the state's incumbent Gov. Kathy Hochul?

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Abigail Spanberger's Message to the University of Virginia

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 20:59:00 -0000

Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger urges UVA's board to hold off hiring a new president until she takes office, but Gov. Glenn Youngkin replies that he's still in charge until January. Plus, Pennsylvania backs away from a regional cap-and-trade system, as Massachusetts considers making its 2030 emissions goals nonbinding.

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Trump Tells MBS That He Will Sell Saudi Arabia the F-35

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 23:03:00 -0000

Donald Trump welcomes Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to the White House, touts promised investments in the U.S., and says he will sell F-35 stealth fighters to the Saudis. Is the U.S. driving a hard enough bargain, since the Saudis still haven't joined the Abraham Accords? And what about civilian nuclear energy?

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Donald Trump’s Epstein Files Reversal

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 19:15:00 -0000

Donald Trump changes his mind on the Epstein files, saying all of them should be released. What does his new stance mean for the votes coming to Congress? Plus, cracks in the MAGA coalition begin to show as Trump intensifies a feud with Marjorie Taylor Greene and defends Tucker Carlson.

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Donald Trump Splits With MAGA over H-1B Visas

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 21:56:00 -0000

Donald Trump this week offered support for the H-1B visa program because of a lack of skilled workers in the United States. His position provoked pushback from his base, and even Vice President JD Vance seems to have a different take. Who prevails in this internal dispute over immigration policy, and how key are immigrants to reviving the economy and GOP political fortunes?

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Democrats Debate a Leadership Change After the End of the Shutdown

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 20:20:00 -0000

Chuck Schumer becomes the target of his own party’s anger after the end of the government shutdown. Is there a change in leadership on the horizon, and what will it mean for the direction of the Democrats? Plus, new emails about Donald Trump’s relationship with Jeffrey Epstein are released, with Democrats claiming they are for the good of transparency, but Republicans say they had their chance during the Biden administration.

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Syria’s President at the White House / Russia Advances on Pokrovsk

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 19:19:00 -0000

President Ahmed al-Sharaa meets Donald Trump in Washington, the first White House visit for a Syrian president. Can Trump bring the war torn country into America's orbit? Plus, Russia makes gains in Ukraine's east. How will it affect Trump's negotiations to settle the war?

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Trump’s Affordability Pitch: Tariff Dividends and 50-Year Mortgages?

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 19:33:00 -0000

Donald Trump is taking on "affordability" in the wake of Democratic wins last week in New Jersey and Virginia. The president is proposing $2,000 payments from tariff revenues and a new 50-year mortgage for homebuyers, while his Department of Justice opens an investigation into meatpacking companies in light of high beef prices. But are any of these proposals good for the economy? And will any calm voters' anxieties over the high cost of living?

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At Last, A Deal to End the Government Shutdown

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 19:53:00 -0000

Eight senators break with the Democratic Party to vote for a deal to reopen the federal government, after 40 days of a funding impasse in Washington. What produced the breakthrough deal? And what happens next for Obamacare subsidies?

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Schumer's Shutdown Drags On, as Airlines Cancel Hundreds of Flights

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 22:43:00 -0000

After sweeping Tuesday's elections, Democrats decide to keep their government shutdown going, as Chuck Schumer again pushes the Senate to renew expiring ObamaCare subsidies. But the pain on the public is rising, as the FAA cuts 10% of flights at hubs. Plus, Donald Trump says the way out is to nuke the filibuster.

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Donald Trump’s Tariff Power Faces a Skeptical Supreme Court

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 20:10:00 -0000

Oral arguments are presented about whether Donald Trump can hold on to his power to impose tariffs without the approval of Congress. The Justices question the nature of the 'emergency,' but will the eventual ruling hurt or help the President’s economic agenda, and how will investors react?

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What’s Next for Donald Trump and the GOP After Democrats Win on Election Day?

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 20:20:00 -0000

Democrats win races for governor in New Jersey and Virginia on Election Day, exceeding expectations and sending a warning sign to Donald Trump and Republicans everywhere. So how does the President respond and what does it mean for the midterms? Plus, Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani is elected mayor of New York City, but faces challenges from Albany and elsewhere to get his progressive agenda approved.

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Donald Trump’s 'Emergency' Tariffs Reach the Supreme Court

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 19:38:00 -0000

The Justices could end President Trump's sweeping global tariffs, if they find he lacks the power to impose them using a 1977 statute called IEEPA. What does that law say, how has it previously been used, and where's the limiting principle? Plus, what to make of the White House's warnings of economic calamity if it loses?

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An Election Preview and the Emerging Antisemitism on the Right

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 20:12:00 -0000

New Wall Street Journal columnist Matt Continetti joins Paul Gigot to discuss what to look for in Tuesday's elections. Plus, what the fight over antisemitism reveals about the future of the MAGA movement and the GOP presidential race in 2028.

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What Else Is on the Ballot? Taxes, Voter ID, and State Court Justices

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 20:17:00 -0000

Voters next week in Texas will decide on three measures to put bad tax policy off limits, as the state seeks to lure finance companies to "Y'all Street," while Maine will consider voter ID and a "red flag" law on guns. Plus, money pours into Pennsylvania for the retention elections of three liberal jurists on the state Supreme Court.

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How Good Is Trump's Trade Deal With China?

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 18:35:00 -0000

Donald Trump calls his meeting with President Xi Jinping a ‘12 out of 10,’ and reduces tariffs by 10%. What does it mean for the future of U.S.-China relations? Plus, the Federal Reserve cuts interest rates by another 25 basis points on Wednesday, even though inflation is still above target.

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Bill Gates Says Climate Change Won't Doom Humanity

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 19:56:00 -0000

As world leaders get set for the United Nations COP30 climate summit, Bill Gates urges them to "pivot," saying the biggest problem for millions is still poverty and disease. Has he been reading Bjorn Lomborg? Plus, Texas AG Ken Paxton sues the maker of Tylenol, echoing claims by RFK Jr. about an alleged link to autism.

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The 28-Day Shutdown Threatens Airline Delays, Food Stamps, and More

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 18:52:00 -0000

Air-traffic controllers miss a paycheck Tuesday, and there's no money for SNAP food benefits, after Congress fails again to fund federal programs. But as the pressure on Washington keeps rising, are Democrats beginning to crack? And are Republicans winning the argument over pandemic ObamaCare subsidies?

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Donald Trump Escalates His Trade War With Canada--and Ronald Reagan

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 18:19:00 -0000

After Ontario releases an ad featuring Ronald Reagan touting free trade over tariffs, Donald Trump increases the tariffs on Canada to 10% in response. Is Trump right about Reagan? Plus, President Javier Milei wins in Argentina on a mandate of free-market reforms, and President Trump heads to Asia as the U.S. and China reach a trade truce.

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Donald Trump Demolishes the White House East Wing to Build a Ballroom

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 20:57:00 -0000

Trump has long wanted a bigger event space at the White House, but after previously saying his ballroom plans would respect the existing structure, he takes Washington by surprise and levels the East Wing in a few days. How does this fit into the history of White House upgrades, from Jefferson to Truman to Nixon, and what's the balance between preservation and functionality?

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The U.S. Sanctions Russian Oil Giants to Pressure Putin

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 18:56:00 -0000

While Donald Trump pushes for Russia to make a deal to end its war with Ukraine, the U.S. imposes major sanctions on two major Russian oil producers. But why the delay in making such a move? Plus, President Trump says a proposed meeting with Vladimir Putin is cancelled, citing the Russian President's unwillingness to come to an agreement.

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National Guard to Chicago? Trump Appeals to the Supreme Court

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 19:28:00 -0000

After a federal judge blocked the deployment of National Guard troops to Chicago, Donald Trump asks the Justices to intervene, arguing that violent protests at an immigration site in Broadview, Ill., have left the government unable to enforce the law. Plus, as universities reject the administration's "compact" for reforming higher ed, how will the White House respond?

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Will the Gaza Cease-Fire Hold? / China's Leverage on Rare-Earth Minerals

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 19:53:00 -0000

Donald Trump’s 20-point peace plan is tested by a new exchange of fire and Hamas's effort to consolidate power instead of putting down its arms, while the President threatens to "eradicate" the terror group if it refuses to comply. Plus, the U.S. and Australia sign a deal on rare-earth minerals, after China says it will put export controls on the global supply chain.

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The 'No Kings' Movement Grows, and John Bolton Is Indicted

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 18:40:00 -0000

Millions across the U.S. protest the Trump administration's policies as part of the 'No Kings' movement. What are the implications of this movement for the Trump agenda and the midterm elections? Plus, former Trump national security advisor John Bolton is indicted on 18 charges of transmitting or retaining classified information. Is it a case of political revenge?

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Zohran Mamdani vs. Andrew Cuomo on the NYC Mayoral Debate Stage

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 21:12:00 -0000

Three contenders for New York mayor spend two hours tangling on TV, but does Zohran Mamdani's polling lead make this too little, too late for Andrew Cuomo, who has also struggled to win over the GOP supporters of Curtis Sliwa? Plus, would Mamdani's socialism be constrained by the limits of mayoral power, and how big of a political problem is it for the Democratic Party?

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Tomahawk Missiles for Ukraine? Trump Threatens, Putin Calls, and Zelensky Visits

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 20:08:00 -0000

After Donald Trump suggests he might send Ukraine's defenders U.S. long-range Tomahawk missiles, he has a phone call with Vladimir Putin, one day before Volodymyr Zelensky is set to arrive in Washington. Is this an opportunity for Trump to take concrete action that matches his hardening rhetoric toward Putin's war, and how much could Tomahawks matter on the battlefield?

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Race, Gerrymandering and the Constitution at the Supreme Court

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 21:44:00 -0000

The Justices hear an appeal from Louisiana that could end the legal demands for states to draw majority-minority House districts, as judges have long required under the Voting Rights Act. But could this actually help to make politics less racially polarized, and what about predictions that the ruling could let the GOP pick up a dozen or more seats during the 2026 midterms?

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Eva Moskowitz on NYC Charters, a Florida Expansion, and the Schools 'Crisis'

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 22:07:00 -0000

The CEO of Success Academy Charter Schools, which teaches 22,000 students in New York, reflects on the daily battle of operating under former Mayor Bill de Blasio, as the city's voters consider electing charter opponent Zohran Mamdani. Plus, Moskowitz explains how she plans to open 40 schools in Florida and why falling test scores should be a national emergency.

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Hamas Releases All Living Hostages as Nations Celebrate a Historic Peace Deal

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 19:10:00 -0000

Donald Trump addresses the Israeli Parliament to celebrate a cease-fire deal that sees all living hostages released by Hamas. What does the agreement mean for lasting peace in the Middle East, and will it save Benjamin Netanyahu’s political future?

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A Former NATO Chief on Putin, Ukraine, and a European 'Drone Wall'

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 22:05:00 -0000

Anders Fogh Rasmussen, NATO's secretary general from 2009-14, says the alliance should pledge to shoot down intruding Russian drones and fighter jets, while moving swiftly to install a "drone wall." He also suggests that a coalition of willing European states send a "reassurance force" into Ukraine, positioned behind the front lines, to pressure Vladimir Putin to negotiate peace.

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How Trump Brokered the Israel-Hamas Peace Deal

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 20:42:00 -0000

Donald Trump reversed the Biden policy of leaning on Israel to make concessions and instead backed the U.S. ally as it put military pressure on Hamas.

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The GOP's Chances in the Virginia and New Jersey Governor's Races

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 21:07:00 -0000

Republicans are trying to protect Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s legacy in Virginia, though the polls say Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears is trailing Abigail Spanberger. But a scandal over awful rhetoric by Jay Jones, the Democratic AG candidate, might give an opening to the GOP incumbent Jason Miyares. Plus, Jack Ciattarelli is now within three points of Mikie Sherrill in New Jersey.

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The Trump 'Compact' Tells Colleges to Protect Speech and Freeze Tuition

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 21:32:00 -0000

Nine schools, including MIT and the University of Texas at Austin, are offered preferential access to federal dollars if they sign a compact with the Trump Administration, agreeing to specific commitments on standardized testing, admissions, campus speech, grade inflation, tuition, and more. Are these useful reforms to higher ed? Is this federal overreach? Or is it perhaps both?

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The Supreme Court Tests Donald Trump’s Presidential Powers

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 22:13:00 -0000

The new Supreme Court term will feature arguments over Donald Trump’s power to fire officials at independent agencies, his tariffs policies, as well as cases involving transgender issues. Paul Gigot and legal scholar Ilya Shapiro discuss why the conservative majority on the Court doesn’t guarantee as many wins for the President as he thinks.

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Pressure to End the Shutdown? Congress Doesn't Feel It Yet

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 22:23:00 -0000

The Senate tries again to fund the government and reopen Washington, but it fails, with the same three Democrats voting yes, but no additional takers. Are Republicans preparing to cave on extending emergency pandemic ObamaCare subsidies? Does the White House see this as an opening to remake the civil service? And what about those ideas to avoid future shutdowns?

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Donald Trump Unveils ‘TrumpRx’ and Makes a Deal With Pfizer

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 22:21:00 -0000

The Trump administration plans to launch ‘TrumpRx,’ a website operated by the federal government which would sell discounted drugs directly to consumers. Is this initiative being driven by politics and not by facts? Plus, Pfizer makes a commitment to bring manufacturing back to the U.S. in exchange for a reprieve from tariffs for three years.

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The Shutdown Stakes, as Schumer Claims a 'Looming Healthcare Crisis'

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 19:59:00 -0000

Thousands of federal workers go on furlough when Congress fails to pass a funding bill, as Sen. Chuck Schumer strives to show his party's base that he's willing to fight President Trump. But do Democrats have the high ground in pushing to extend pandemic ObamaCare subsidies, or will Republicans step up to explain why "free" government insurance is bad policy?

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The Trump-Netanyahu Gaza Peace Plan / Hegseth Addresses the Generals

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 22:11:00 -0000

Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu announce a peace plan for Gaza, including proposals for Hamas disarmament, a transitional government, and an international security force. Will this work, and what if Hamas doesn't accept? Plus, Pete Hegseth calls hundreds of military generals and admirals to Washington to speak to them about his vision for the Department of War.

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What Does Gen Z Want From the Workplace?

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 21:01:00 -0000

Does Generation Z have the values employers are looking for, or has the culture shifted to individual happiness that has less to do with monetary success and career achievement? NYU Stern School of Business professor Suzy Welch talks to Paul Gigot about what her research has found about what younger workers want, and how companies may have to change as a result.

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Sen. Ron Johnson Wants to End Government Shutdowns for Good

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 21:37:00 -0000

Congress barrels toward a government shutdown next week, with little progress on a funding deal, as Democrats use their leverage to seek about $1.5 trillion in spending, including on ObamaCare subsidies. Sen. Ron Johnson discusses his plan to end these dramas by automatically extending flat funding, plus why he opposes legislation to ban Congress from trading stocks.

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Donald Trump Serious About Helping Ukraine Win Against Russia?

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 20:56:00 -0000

Donald Trump once said Volodymyr Zelensky had 'no cards' to win the war against Russia, but now the President says Ukraine can win its territory back from Vladimir Putin. What caused this pivot, and what will the U.S. do if Russian aircraft breaches NATO airspace?

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Trump and RFK Jr.'s Claims on Tylenol, Pregnancy and Autism

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 20:20:00 -0000

Donald Trump and Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. urge pregnant women to avoid acetaminophen, which they say has been linked to autism. But does the research actually show any causal connection, and is it a coincidence that plaintiffs lawyers are pushing similar claims in court? Plus, the FDA rejects a new melanoma treatment that oncologists see as a breakthrough.

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Roland Fryer Says the Educational Tragedy Is 'We Already Know What Works'

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 22:08:00 -0000

Nearly half of 12th-graders in the U.S. test "below basic" in math, and Harvard professor of economics Roland Fryer says it's no mystery how to reverse the trend. What's missing is leadership. He explains his research on "five tenets" of successful schools, how they worked in Houston, his view of "equitable" grading, and why economic thinking sheds light on all sorts of questions.

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Charlie Kirk’s Memorial Service Mixes Messages About Faith and Politics

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 20:06:00 -0000

Donald Trump, JD Vance, and other influential voices on the right use Charlie Kirk’s memorial service to remember the fallen Turning Point USA leader and deliver a message of purpose for Republicans. But can Kirk’s vision of listening to all sides compete with Stephen Miller’s depiction of ‘hateful’ political opponents?

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Jimmy Kimmel’s Suspension and the Power of the FCC

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 22:09:00 -0000

After the late-night TV host makes a wrong remark about Charlie Kirk’s killer, FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr threatens to get regulators involved, and shortly later Kimmel's show is dropped by Nexstar and suspended by Disney. Is this a breach of First Amendment free speech? And why is the FCC even regulating broadcast TV content, amid the streaming deluge?

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Donald Trump’s Role in the New International Order

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 21:58:00 -0000

Donald Trump’s approach to foreign policy has shaken up international relations with his focus on bargaining and engaging adversaries. But will he succeed against China, Russia and Iran? Paul Gigot speaks with Wall Street Journal columnist Walter Russell Mead about how the United States can work alongside allies like Israel and what led to the collapse of the old world order.

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Pam Bondi's Confusion Over ‘Hate Speech’ and Free Speech

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 22:27:00 -0000

Attorney General Pam Bondi pledges to go after "hate speech," saying there's no place for it after Charlie Kirk’s assassination. But that isn't U.S. law under the First Amendment, and Kirk himself argued a crackdown on "hate speech" would give dangerous authority to whomever is in power. Plus, Utah prosecutors reveal more details about Tyler Robinson and his motive.

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Putin's Drones Intrude on Poland, and NATO Scrambles Jets

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 21:28:00 -0000

After at least 19 Russian drones enter Polish airspace, with some shot down by allied fighter jets, President Trump says it could have been a "mistake." But is this more likely a calculated provocation by Vladimir Putin, perhaps his way of testing the West? Meantime, Trump suggests big sanctions on Russian energy might be coming, though his terms look like a way to delay.

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As the Economy Shows Signs of Trouble, the Fed Considers an Interest-Rate Cut

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 21:20:00 -0000

President Trump continues prodding the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates, as the Fed meets amid persistent inflation and a stalled labor market.

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Charlie Kirk’s Suspected Killer Is in Custody, Authorities Say

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 23:54:00 -0000

Two days after Kirk's assassination in Utah, law enforcement has arrested 22-year-old Tyler Robinson. Gov. Spencer Cox explains some of the evidence, including messages on the bullet casings found at the scene. Cox also appeals to young Americans to change the country's politics, calling social media "a cancer on our society," as students hold campus vigils for Kirk.

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Fears of Escalating Political Violence After Charlie Kirk’s Murder

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 21:12:00 -0000

Can Democrats and Republicans rise to the occasion after the murder of Charlie Kirk and tone down the rising vitriol of political discourse? Kirk leaves behind a legacy of civil debate with those he disagreed with, but can President Trump and others encourage a more positive way forward without resorting to violence?

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Stalling Jobs Numbers, Biden's Record, and Trump's Economic Mission

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 21:17:00 -0000

New figures show hiring slowed in August, the U.S. economy was worse than reported in 2024, and real wages for the median American barely went up last year. Do the data revisions help explain why voters were so unhappy with Joe Biden? And is Donald Trump losing track of his economic mandate, amid a raid on a Hyundai site and an expanding loophole for tax free tips?

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The GOP's Plan to Tweak the Rules for Senate Confirmation

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 21:48:00 -0000

With Senate Democrats holding up Donald Trump’s picks even for relatively minor jobs, Majority Leader John Thune proposes to speed confirmation by changing the chamber's rules to allow approval of blocks of uncontroversial nominees. Is this a good idea to restore a historical norm, or could it backfire if Democrats demand further rule rewrites when they return to power?

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The Crisis of Confidence in the Western Tradition

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 19:15:00 -0000

The values of the Western tradition have come under attack for unleashing a variety of sins, but is there a revival on the horizon? Paul Gigot speaks with historian Allen Guelzo about how “self-hatred” of Western civilization’s achievements has replaced thoughtful self-criticism, how much of this can be contributed to an ignorance of history, and the goals of Guelzo’s newest project, 'The Golden Thread: A History of the Western Tradition.'

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The GOP's Worries About RFK Jr.'s Health Department Mess

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 23:08:00 -0000

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. gets grilled on Capitol Hill, including by Sens. Bill Cassidy and John Barrasso, both of them physicians, about his agenda on vaccines, views of Operation Warp Speed, and staff changes at his department. Meantime, Florida officials say they will push to end all state immunization mandates, including in schools.

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Trump Strikes Venezuelan Traffickers / China’s Big Military Parade

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 20:45:00 -0000

Donald Trump orders an airstrike on a speed boat in the Caribbean that he says was carrying narcotics, but should Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro also be worried, as the U.S. orders serious naval assets to the region? Meantime, Xi Jinping has a friendly photo-op with Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un, amid a military parade in Beijing that showcases an axis of American adversaries.

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A Political Brawl Over DEI at Virginia's Public Universities

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 19:36:00 -0000

Democrats move to eject 22 of Gov. Glenn Youngkin's board appointees at three colleges, which they say is to protect the schools from Trump Administration meddling. But the Education Department accuses George Mason University of “illegally using race” in hiring, and Republicans are going to the state Supreme Court, arguing that Youngkin's appointees aren't fired at all.

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Donald Trump’s 'Emergency' Tariffs Lose Again in Court

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 22:17:00 -0000

President Trump has imposed global tariffs by citing a 1977 emergency law known as IEEPA, but a federal appeals court says 7-4 that this is outside of his legal authority. Otherwise, what would stop the next Democrat in the office from declaring a climate "emergency" to declare a carbon tariff? The White House plans to appeal, but will it have any better luck at the Supreme Court?

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‘Snap-Back’ Sanctions on Iran / Trump's Next Ukraine Move

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 23:07:00 -0000

The pressure on Iran is rising again, as U.S. allies in Europe trigger "snap-back" sanctions, citing Tehran's uranium stockpiles and nuclear enrichment. Meantime, two weeks after President Trump's peace summit in Alaska with Vladimir Putin, Russia hits Ukraine hard with new airstrikes. Plus, Taiwan wants to raise its defense budget to 5% of GDP to deter a Chinese invasion.

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Trump Wants to Fight Chicago Crime. JB Pritzker Says Stay Out

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 21:28:00 -0000

Donald Trump considers sending federal forces, including National Guard troops, to clean up Chicago's streets, but Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker says he doesn't want the help. Could Trump do it over the objections of state and local leaders? And is this a winning political issue for the GOP, as Mayor Muriel Bowser announces that carjackings in Washington, D.C., have dropped 87%?

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The White House Audit of Smithsonian Museum Exhibits

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 22:10:00 -0000

Donald Trump argues the Smithsonian Institution has lost sight of America's ideals and become too focused on the country's historical failures, as his staff launches a review of selected museums and exhibitions. Does he have a point, and what might result from this audit, or does the outcome depend on whether it's done in a thoughtful way that Americans can support?

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Trump's Federal Reserve Power Play, Firing Lisa Cook

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 22:35:00 -0000

Donald Trump dismisses the Fed Governor for "cause," citing allegations aired on social media that she claimed two primary residences while applying for mortgages. Cook says she'll refuse to go, setting up a serious legal and constitutional fight. But is this really about Trump's demand for lower interest rates, and do Americans want Fed monetary policy to follow political orders?

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Donald Trump, Alina Habba, and the Senate's 'Blue Slips'

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 21:56:00 -0000

President Trump pushes the Senate to give confirmation hearings to his nominees, after a federal judge rules that Alina Habba has been unlawfully acting as a federal prosecutor since July, and that Trump's maneuvers to retain her don't follow the law. The White House will appeal, but the Senate seems reluctant to end its "blue slip" tradition for vetting home-state appointees.

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The New York City Mayor's Race Keeps Getting Worse

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 21:47:00 -0000

Socialist Zohran Mamdani now leads the polls by a wide margin. Andrew Cuomo attacks Mamdani by calling him "very rich" and demanding he immediately move out of his rent-stabilized apartment. And two former aides to Mayor Eric Adams face separate scandals, after one is indicted for bribery and another hands a reporter a potato-chip bag containing at least $140.

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Trump's Housing Regulator Goes After His Political Opponents

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 22:12:00 -0000

Bill Pulte, the head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, takes to social media to accuse Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook of mortgage fraud. Pulte has also made similar criminal referrals for Sen. Adam Schiff and New York Attorney General Letitia James. Aren't investigations supposed to happen before announcements, and didn't Donald Trump promise to end lawfare?

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Trump Ends Union Contracts for Thousands of Federal Workers

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 21:06:00 -0000

After President Trump invokes an exclusion for national security, several agencies terminate collective-bargaining deals with unionized government employees, including the VA, the EPA, and FEMA. Since most Americans aren't union members, is this a good political fight for Trump, who can argue that such contracts make Washington more expensive and less efficient?

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Does Trump Want Intel's Biggest Shareholder to Be... Uncle Sam?

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 21:58:00 -0000

The White House considers taking a 10% stake in the chip maker, after Donald Trump meets with Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan, shortly after he demanded Tan's immediate resignation. Is this another example of MAGA corporate statism, along with Trump's "golden share" on the Nippon-U.S. Steel deal, his "export tax" on AI chips, and his talk of a sovereign-wealth fund?

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The Path to Durable Peace in the Russia Ukraine War

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 19:15:00 -0000

President Trump meets with European leaders and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the White House, as he pushes to end the Ukraine-Russia war. He says the U.S. will contribute to security guarantees for Ukraine, but what would that require for Ukraine to feel secure?

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Trump Welcomes Putin to Alaska for Ukraine Talks

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 22:10:00 -0000

Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin head into negotiations over ending the Ukraine war, three years after Russia's invasion. But news leaks suggest Putin wants territorial gains that would let him leapfrog Ukraine's "fortress belt." Meantime, Trump is sounding more serious all the time about increasing U.S. leverage, and Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky isn't at the table.

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Gavin Newsom’s Risky Gerrymander Gambit

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 20:45:00 -0000

Governor Gavin Newsom reveals his plan to redraw congressional lines in California to combat Texas’ plan for redistricting. Newsom says his new map will 'end the Trump presidency,' but will voters in his state agree? Plus, the gerrymandering wars reflect the growing trend of politically influenced migration across red and blue state lines.

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Trump's MAGA Pick for the Bureau of Labor Statistics

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 21:22:00 -0000

President Trump chooses Heritage Foundation economist E.J. Antoni to lead the BLS, the federal agency that collects data on inflation and the nation's jobs numbers. What is Antoni's public record? Does he have concrete plans to improve the statistics? Can he win Senate confirmation? And what about public trust, given how Trump fired former BLS director Erika McEntarfer?

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Trump Takes Charge of the Police in Washington, D.C.

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 21:14:00 -0000

After declaring a crime emergency, Donald Trump orders temporary federal control of the D.C. Metropolitan Police Department, while also calling in 800 troops from the D.C. National Guard. What's the reality about violent crime in the nation's capital? Since D.C. is a federal enclave, is Trump within his rights? And has local control by the D.C. City Council proven to be a failure?

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Will Trump and Putin’s Alaska Summit Lead to a Ukraine Cease-Fire?

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 21:38:00 -0000

Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin will meet in Alaska to work towards an end to the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Can a deal be made without Volodymyr Zelensky, who was not invited to participate? Plus, White House Council of Economic Advisers chair Stephen Miran is tapped to fill a temporary spot on the Federal Reserve Board.

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Donald Trump's Order Targeting 'Debanking'

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 21:43:00 -0000

Donald Trump signs an executive order designed to combat 'debanking,' which deprives individuals and businesses of financial services. How bad is the problem, what's in the Trump order, and will it be enough to rein in regulators that put pressure on banks to cancel customers that supposedly pose "reputational risk"? Or does Congress also need to pass legislation making the changes permanent, reforming the Bank Secrecy Act, and encouraging more bank competition?

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Who's Going to Win the Gerrymander Wars?

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 20:57:00 -0000

Republicans started the latest round of redistricting conflict in Texas, but Democrats are promising to fight back in California and Illinois, and now Republicans are promising to escalate further in other states. What's the end game?

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Israel Considers Reoccupying Gaza as the Food Shortage Ebbs

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 18:47:00 -0000

Israel faces a hard decision of whether to reoccupy Gaza and risk more casualties, or stepping away and giving Hamas a chance to return to running the territory.

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Texas Democrats Skip Town to Block a GOP Gerrymander

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 21:42:00 -0000

Dozens of Texas lawmakers flee the state, denying a legislative quorum that Republicans need to enact a new U.S. House map that could gain them five seats in the 2026 midterms. But how long can the absent Democrats stay away, since Gov. Greg Abbott can keep calling special sessions? And will Democrats really retaliate by redistricting California, New York or Illinois?

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Trump Alleges ‘Rigged’ Jobs Data, as the Economy Wobbles

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 22:14:00 -0000

After fresh numbers show that hiring has substantially slowed, Donald Trump responds by firing the head of the Bureau of Labor Statistics, accusing the agency of manipulating the figures to make him look bad. But denying negative economic news doesn't change reality, and the White House's newly unveiled list of reciprocal tariff rates isn't doing much for business certainty.

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The Trump Administration’s New Take on Climate Change

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 21:13:00 -0000

The Environmental Protection Agency moves to repeal the 2009 "endangerment" finding that underpins federal regulation of greenhouse-gas emissions as pollutants. Plus, the Energy Department releases a report that reviews the science of climate change, but with an emphasis on uncertainty, and without the catastrophic outlook that is now in common circulation.

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Is Trumponomics Working, or Not?

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 19:28:00 -0000

The Federal Reserve chooses not to change interest rates despite calls from the Trump administration to cut them. So how much will President Trump’s August. 1 deadline for reaching tariffs agreements contribute to the economy, which is growing slowly, but still confounding the experts.

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The FDA's Gene-Therapy Reversal and the Exit of Vinay Prasad

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 21:31:00 -0000

A top official at the Food and Drug Administration steps down after the agency changes course on a treatment for Duchenne muscular dystrophy. What does this episode say about the Trump Administration's approach toward drug development and innovation? Plus, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says he plans to overhaul the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program.

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Trump's Tariff Deals With Japan and the EU, as His Aug. 1 Deadline Nears

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 22:23:00 -0000

Donald Trump unveils trade agreements with the European Union and Japan that will set baseline tariffs at 15%, with promises that they'll also invest billions of dollars in the U.S., details unspecified. Yet the United Auto Workers warns that this could disadvantage U.S. carmakers, and the question now is whether more deals are coming before Trump's Aug. 1 deadline.

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How Are Americans Viewing the Trump Presidency After Six Months?

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 19:08:00 -0000

Polls give him so-so marks, especially on the issues of inflation and the economy that helped him win the Presidency a second time. The good news for the President is that Democrats are in worse shape.

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Should Federal Agents Wear Masks During Immigration Raids?

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 22:21:00 -0000

Border czar Tom Homan and acting ICE director Todd Lyons say that masked immigration agents are merely trying to protect their identities from online “doxxing” efforts targeting them and their families. On the other hand, critics worry that routine masking of police will erode accountability and public confidence, as Democrats push for legislation to prohibit the practice.

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Republicans Bumble the Jeffrey Epstein Story

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 18:34:00 -0000

Mike Johnson adjourns the House for the summer to prevent a vote on releasing files from the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. How did the GOP get into this mess, and how can it get out?

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Democrats Endorse a Young Socialist for Minneapolis Mayor

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 21:28:00 -0000

State Sen. Omar Fateh wins the backing of his city's party machine, after Democratic convention delegates snub the incumbent, Mayor Jacob Frey. What is Fateh's platform, how does it compare with Zohran Mamdani's in New York, and is this another sign of where Democrats are going? Plus, Andrew Cuomo and Eric Adams debate which of them should drop out.

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Democrats Vow to Retaliate as Texas Moves to Draw a New U.S. House Map

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 23:02:00 -0000

Donald Trump says the GOP could pick up five House seats in the 2026 midterms by redistricting the Texas political map. That could double Speaker Mike Johnson's current majority, but Democrats promise to respond, and Gov. Gavin Newsom suggests further gerrymandering California. Is this simply the way the political game is played, or could Congress put limits on it?

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Is the West Finally Getting Serious About Imposing Pain on Vladimir Putin?

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 19:01:00 -0000

The European Union places tougher economic sanctions on Russia amid its war on Ukraine. Will Donald Trump do the same at last? Plus, a populist wave hits Japan as the Liberal Democratic Party loses its majority in the upper house as voters revolt against inflation.

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Trump's Judicial Pick Emil Bove Advances to the Senate Floor

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 21:38:00 -0000

The Senate gets moving on Donald Trump's appeals-court nominees, including Emil Bove for the Third Circuit, despite a Democratic walkout of the Judiciary Committee meeting. What questions remain about Bove's record at the Justice Department, including his handling of the Eric Adams case? And could his appointment affect whether other judges choose to retire?

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MAGA Supporters and Democrats Seize on the Jeffrey Epstein Controversy

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 20:29:00 -0000

Donald Trump says Republicans have been 'duped' into furthering the Jeffrey Epstein saga, though his own supporters promoted the theory that the sex offender didn't commit suicide in jail. Could a special counsel keep Democrats at bay, or would such an appointment make matters worse for the President?

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A Rebuke for the Secret Service, a Year After Trump's Near Assassination

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 20:54:00 -0000

Sen. Rand Paul issues a report on the Secret Service's failures to protect Donald Trump last summer in Butler, Pa. What has been learned in the year since then, and does the Secret Service need bigger reforms, such as giving up the job of investigating financial crimes? Plus, the Senate moves on $9 billion in spending rescissions, including cuts to public broadcasting.

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Inflation Ticks Up to 2.7%, as Trump's Tariffs Boost Prices

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 20:14:00 -0000

Prices rose faster in June than a month earlier, amid Donald Trump’s tariffs that will be felt throughout the economy. Yet Trump again calls on Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell to cut interest rates anyway, while the White House also raises complaints about Powell's handling of an over-budget $2.5 billion renovation of the Fed's offices in Washington.

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Putin's Drone Swarms and the View From a Kyiv Bomb Shelter

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 21:37:00 -0000

Reporting from Ukraine, Jillian Kay Melchior describes the scene on the ground as Vladimir Putin launches some of Russia's largest aerial attacks yet, involving hundreds of drones and decoys. What are the lessons of this emerging kind of warfare? Meantime, Donald Trump announces the U.S. will send Ukraine more weapons, which will be paid for by European allies.

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Trump’s Trade War With Canada Goes to 35% Tariffs

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 22:21:00 -0000

Donald Trump keeps firing off letters announcing new tariffs starting Aug. 1, including 35% on Canada, which is America's No. 2 trading partner, as well as 50% on Brazil. Plus, the State Department cuts 1,300 employees after the Supreme Court lets the Trump Administration pursue "reductions in force" to restructure federal agencies and make them more efficient.

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Judges Rule Against Trump on Asylum and Birthright Citizenship

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 21:47:00 -0000

Donald Trump has brought calm to the border, and one way he did it was by shutting off new asylum claims, which a federal judge now says is beyond the president's power. Meantime, another judge halts Trump's order on birthright citizenship, after certifying a class-action lawsuit. Plus, the White House offers more conflicting statements on mass deportation of farm workers.

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Trump Vents at Putin and Sends More Weapons to Ukraine

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 20:11:00 -0000

At a cabinet meeting, Donald Trump says Vladimir Putin is "very nice" but it turns out to be "meaningless," as the U.S. also resumes arms shipments to Ukraine's defenders. Does this frustration with Russia suggest a shift in the White House's approach? One signal will be if the Senate passes Lindsey Graham's bill to sanction countries that buy Russian oil and gas.

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Donald Trump's 'Liberation Day' Tariffs Are Back

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 20:46:00 -0000

As his 90-day pause expires, Trump announces big tariffs on a range of countries, starting Aug. 1, including 25% on Japan and South Korea, which together accounted for about 8.6% of total U.S. imports last year. How much economic damage and business uncertainty will these new taxes create? And does Trump really want to cut tariff deals, or is he more motivated by trade deficits and the tax revenue?

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Benjamin Netanyahu Comes to Washington With Hopes for Peace

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 21:26:00 -0000

Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu meet in person for the first time since the airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear capabilities by the U.S. and Israel. How successful will the President be in making deals with both Iran and with Hamas? Plus, Elliot Kaufman discusses a proposal by sheikhs in Hebron for a multi-state solution which would bring peace to the West Bank.

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Will the 'One Big, Beautiful Bill' Cost Republicans in 2026?

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 23:13:00 -0000

Republicans pass their giant budget reconciliation bill with only two Republicans voting against it. Democrats are already attacking it, and who will win the messaging war?

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Trump Tours 'Alligator Alcatraz' but Says Farmers Need a Deportation Pass

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 20:23:00 -0000

Donald Trump visits a new immigration detention site in Florida dubbed “Alligator Alcatraz,” while saying more such facilities are needed to carry out his mass-deportation plan. Yet the president also says that farmers, and perhaps other businesses, need a "temporary pass" system that would let them keep reliable migrant workers who might be in the country illegally.

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The Senate Passes Donald Trump’s 'Big Beautiful Bill'

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 20:58:00 -0000

The GOP's tax-and-budget package passes 51-50, after a late night of negotiating and a tie-breaking vote from Vice President JD Vance. What amendments did the Senate make, and will Speaker Mike Johnson have trouble selling them to House conservatives? Plus, Sen. Thom Tillis, who opposes the Medicaid reforms, announces he won't seek reelection in 2026.

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Unexpected Majorities and Conservative Victories at the Supreme Court

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 19:41:00 -0000

Much is made about the 6-3 ideological makeup of the Supreme Court and how it affects the rulings from the bench. But was there more unity this past term than people realize? Paul Gigot and legal scholar Ilya Shapiro discuss the evolution of the Supreme Court’s conservative majority and the criticisms coming from the liberal Justices in their opinions.

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The Supreme Court's Final Hot Summer Rulings

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 21:26:00 -0000

On the last day of their term, the Justices issue a landmark opinion reining in "universal injunctions," with some pointed words by Justice Amy Coney Barrett toward one of the liberal dissents. Plus, rulings upholding parents' right to opt children out of transgender storybooks in elementary schools, as well as a Texas law that orders adult websites to verify user ages.

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Assessing the Damage to the Iranian Nuclear Program

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 20:23:00 -0000

The press touts a leaked, preliminary Defense Intelligence Agency assessment saying Iran's nuclear program was only set back by months by U.S. airstrikes. But the White House pushes back hard, and other analysts suggest far more extensive damage. Who's right? Plus, NATO allies agree to Donald Trump’s demand to spend 5% of their gross domestic product on defense.

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Zohran Mamdani Gets Closer to Becoming New York's Socialist Mayor

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 20:50:00 -0000

The 33-year-old state assemblyman, who promises to freeze rent and provide free childcare, defeats former Gov. Andrew Cuomo in the city's Democratic primary. If Cuomo now runs as an independent in November, will he split the nonsocialist vote with incumbent Mayor Eric Adams? Plus what does this result say about the Democratic Party's future, including in 2028?

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Trump Declares a Cease-Fire in the '12-Day War' Between Israel and Iran

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 21:18:00 -0000

Donald Trump says the war is at an end, after Iran tries to save face by unsuccessfully firing 14 missiles at a U.S. military base in Qatar. Are analysts confident that America's bunker-buster bombs disabled the Iranian nuclear program? If Tehran tries to rebuild its uranium enrichment capacity, will Israel strike again? And how does that fit into Trump's peace rhetoric?

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Ron Dermer on the U.S. Airstrikes as Iran Returns Fire

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 21:07:00 -0000

In response to a United States airstrike aimed to decimate their nuclear capabilities, Iran launched an attack on a U.S. airbase in Qatar. Could Donald Trump’s actions help eliminate the existential threats Israel hoped to extinguish with “Operation Rising Lion?” Paul Gigot speaks with Minister of Strategic Affairs of Israel Ron Dermer about the message the United States is sending its enemies and allies by assisting Israel and how much damage the airstrikes did to Iran’s nuclear program.

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Trump Says He Might Strike Iran—and That He Defines 'America First'

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 23:15:00 -0000

President Trump says he'll decide within two weeks whether to help Israel destroy the Iranian nuclear program, which might mean hitting the Fordow enrichment site, which is buried in a mountain, using U.S. bunker-buster bombs. Some MAGA Republicans argue this isn't "America First," but do they misunderstand Trump's views about when the U.S. can act decisively?

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The NYC Mayor's Race: A Socialist vs. Andrew Cuomo

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 14:01:00 -0000

Next week Democrats will pick their nominee for New York City's next mayor, and polls show two clear frontrunners: Zohran Mamdani, who wants to freeze rent and open government grocery stores. And former Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who is selling his experience and asking voters to look past the scandals that forced his resignation. Yet ranked-choice voting also makes it unpredictable.

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The Senate Is Improving the GOP's 'Big Beautiful Bill'

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 22:52:00 -0000

The tax-and-spending package being written by Senate Republicans differs in many ways from the version that passed the House. It makes some business deductions permanent, which is better for the economy, and it puts caps on the distorting new carve-outs for tax-free tips and overtime. Are Republicans, despite their slim majorities, now getting close to the finish line?

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Trump Halts Immigration Raids on Farms and Hotels. Or Does He?

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 21:17:00 -0000

Donald Trump moves to pause workplace enforcement in two industries that rely on migrant labor, saying his aggressive policy "is taking very good, long time workers away." But days later the White House seems to reverse course. Plus, Texas and the Justice Department quickly settle a lawsuit that will block a 2001 law letting Dreamers pay in-state tuition at public colleges.

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Will the U.S. Help Israel Eliminate Iran's Nuclear Threat?

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 19:48:00 -0000

As Israel continues its aerial assault on Iran and its nuclear facilities, Paul Gigot speaks with Foundation for Defense of Democracies CEO Mark Dubowitz about Donald Trump’s contribution to Israel’s initial surprise attack. They also discuss the possibility of regime change and how the United States can help Israel eliminate Iran as a nuclear threat.

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Israel’s 'Operation Rising Lion' Hits Iran's Nuclear Program

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 21:41:00 -0000

After stunning Israeli strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities and military chain of command, Donald Trump calls the operation "excellent" and says that Tehran should agree to a nuclear deal, "before there is nothing left." Why did Israel act now? How much capability does Iran have to retaliate? And how will MAGA voters react to Trump's support of Israel's military action?

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Who's Winning the Los Angeles Deportation Fight, Donald Trump or Gavin Newsom?

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 21:16:00 -0000

California Gov. Gavin Newsom is using the protests in Los Angeles to cast himself as leader of the resistance to Donald Trump. Will he gain politically? Plus, more demonstrations are planned for major cities across the nation this weekend, even as the President ramps up his deportation plans.

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The RFK Jr. Purge at the CDC Vaccine Panel

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 21:41:00 -0000

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. removes all 17 members of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, alleging ethics concerns and conflicts of interest. Do those claims hold water, or is RFK Jr. merely feeding vaccine skepticism? Plus, Donald Trump says the U.S. has reached a trade deal with China. What are the details?

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Republicans Want Answers on Joe Biden's Decline and 'Autopen'

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 21:03:00 -0000

House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer seeks testimony from top White House advisers and Biden's physician, while Donald Trump suggests his predecessor's executive actions might be void if Biden didn't personally sign them. Plus, Kilmar Abrego Garcia is brought back from El Salvador, as the Supreme Court directed, to face federal criminal charges.

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Protests Against Donald Trump’s Deportations Erupt in Los Angeles

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 19:44:00 -0000

Donald Trump sends in the National Guard as demonstrations over his deportation agenda explode in California. Could Trump use the Insurrection Act as a response and will Gavin Newsom use the ugly incidents as a springboard for his own political aspirations?

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The Trump-Musk Divorce / The Supreme Court's Busy June

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 22:13:00 -0000

Donald Trump and Elon Musk part ways on the GOP's big beautiful bill, but as their spat turns personal, how might it affect the legislative debate in the Senate and the package's political prospects? Plus, the Supreme Court issues unanimous rulings on so-called reverse discrimination and whether Wisconsin can deny a religious tax exemption to Catholic Charities.

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Does History Show Trump’s Tariffs Are Doomed to Fail?

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 19:47:00 -0000

Paul Gigot speaks with former Sen. Phil Gramm about what free trade has done to American manufacturing, the political and economic damage that Donald Trump’s volatile tariff policy could have during the 2026 midterm elections, and his new book, “The Triumph of Economic Freedom: Debunking the Seven Great Myths of American Capitalism.”

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Elon Musk Denounces Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 22:24:00 -0000

As the GOP's tax-and-budget bill moves to the Senate, it gets a new opponent in Musk, who slams it on social media as a "disgusting abomination." How might the Senate improve the bill, since the alternative is a $4.5 trillion automatic tax increase amid a shaky economy? Plus, Iran’s Ayatollah Ali Khamenei dismisses a nuclear deal, by insisting on uranium enrichment.

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Ukraine's Surprise Drone Operation Hits Russian Bases

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 21:40:00 -0000

The daring Ukrainian attack reportedly involved sneaking drones into Russian territory, far from the front lines, until they were activated to strike Vladimir Putin's parked bombers. How much might this success affect the dynamic at the front lines? And as drone warfare changes the nature of the Ukraine conflict, is America paying attention to its own possible vulnerabilities?

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Donald Trump Takes On the Conservative Judiciary

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 19:36:00 -0000

Paul Gigot talks to law professor John Yoo about Donald Trump's attack on the Federalist Society and Leonard Leo, what's motivating the President, and what it means for the President's second-term judicial nominations.

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Elon Musk Says Goodbye to DOGE and D.C.

Fri, 30 May 2025 22:03:00 -0000

In an Oval Office farewell, he touts the work of his Department of Government Efficiency, while saying it will continue without him. How much has DOGE accomplished, and why did it fall short of the initial promises? Plus, the Supreme Court issues a unanimous ruling in favor of a railroad project that regulators finally approved after a 3,600-page environmental study.

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Courts Say Trump's Tariffs Are Illegal

Thu, 29 May 2025 20:41:00 -0000

After the U.S. Court of International Trade strikes down some of Donald Trump’s tariffs as a violation of his authority as president, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit pauses the decision pending further arguments. So what happens next, and will Trump win on appeal to the Supreme Court?

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Donald Trump's Latest Tariff Threats, on iPhones and the EU

Wed, 28 May 2025 22:14:00 -0000

He raises the idea of a 50% tax on imports from the European Union, then announces a pause two days later. Meantime, he says that Apple might face a 25% tariff on iPhones made in India, though is it economically feasible to manufacture them in the U.S.? Plus, the Trump administration changes its tone on the purchase of U.S. Steel by Japan's Nippon Steel.

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Donald Trump Says Vladimir Putin Has 'Gone Absolutely CRAZY'

Tue, 27 May 2025 21:47:00 -0000

As Russia continues its air bombardment of Ukraine, he takes a tougher rhetorical line, saying that Putin is "playing with fire." But if his peace negotiations go nowhere, is Trump prepared to resupply the Ukrainians with U.S. weapons and air defenses? Plus, Sen. Lindsey Graham argues for a bill, which has 82 co-sponsors, to ratchet up sanctions on Russian energy exports.

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Trump's Latest Swing at Harvard: Taking Away Foreign Students

Fri, 23 May 2025 22:16:00 -0000

The Trump Administration moves to revoke Harvard's ability to enroll noncitizens on student visas, but it's temporarily blocked by a federal judge. Does the Ivy League school have a good case that this is mere retaliation by President Trump? Plus, the Supreme Court splits 4-4 on St. Isidore, the religious charter school, while signaling an end to so-called independent federal agencies.

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How Speaker Mike Johnson Passed the GOP's 'Big, Beautiful Bill'

Thu, 22 May 2025 19:58:00 -0000

The Republican tax-and-budget package squeaks through the House, 215-214, after late negotiations by the speaker to placate GOP fiscal hawks and SALT deduction enthusiasts. What are some of the highlights and lowlights of the 1,000-page bill, including on tax cuts, defense spending, food stamps, and green subsidies? And how much is the Senate likely to revise?

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Joe Biden's Decline, the 25th Amendment, and the Political Price

Wed, 21 May 2025 22:08:00 -0000

New details about President Biden’s difficulties in office have prompted debate about whether the 25th Amendment could have been invoked to remove him if necessary. But it's doubtful, given the procedure that the Constitution requires. Will Democrats pay a political price for covering for Biden? Plus, his office now says he didn't receive the PSA test for prostate cancer since 2014.

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The Feds Charge a Congresswoman With Assaulting an ICE Agent

Tue, 20 May 2025 20:51:00 -0000

Rep. LaMonica McIver is accused of striking and impeding federal officers amid a confrontation at a Newark immigration detention facility. She calls the charges "ridiculous," while New Jersey's interim U.S. Attorney Alina Habba says her conduct that day can't be overlooked. Plus, the Secret Service interviews James Comey about his “86 47” seashell photo posted on social media.

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Will Democrats and the Press Own Their Joe Biden Mistakes?

Mon, 19 May 2025 21:06:00 -0000

A new book reveals the errors made by Democrats and the media by covering for Joe Biden's mental and physical decline that was obvious to voters. Did their efforts lead to the election of Donald Trump for a second time? Plus, Joe Biden’s cancer diagnosis raises questions about the transparency of medical tests and physicals performed on presidents.

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The GOP Holdouts on Donald Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’

Fri, 16 May 2025 21:04:00 -0000

The House Budget Committee votes down the Republican reconciliation package, amid a revolt by fiscal conservatives, including Rep. Chip Roy. What are their objections, and does Speaker Mike Johnson have a way to placate them without upsetting a different GOP faction? Meantime, Republican Senators are voicing a range of their own complaints about the House's handiwork.

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What Trump's Middle East Trip Says About His Foreign Policy

Thu, 15 May 2025 20:53:00 -0000

On a four-day visit to the Middle East, Donald Trump gives a speech on his vision for the region, meets Syria's new leader, and urges Iran toward a better path. What does his agenda say about his view of U.S. foreign policy and the direction of his second term? Plus, how will Trump react to Vladimir Putin's refusal to attend the peace talks with Ukraine that were being held in Turkey?

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Trump's Birthright Citizenship Order and the High Court

Wed, 14 May 2025 22:31:00 -0000

The Justices prepare to debate Donald Trump's executive order denying citizenship to U.S.-born children of illegal aliens and temporary residents, including those with student or work visas, in a case that challenges a long consensus on the 14th Amendment. Plus, the court will also consider whether federal judges overstep their authority when they issue nationwide injunctions.

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What's in the House GOP's ‘Big Beautiful’ Tax Bill?

Tue, 13 May 2025 21:25:00 -0000

House Republicans outline their plan to extend the expiring 2017 tax cuts and prevent a $4.5 trillion tax increase, but the bill also includes a long list of political giveaways, including President Trump's promised tax exemption for tips and overtime, a tripling of the SALT deduction, and a $1,000 taxpayer contribution to "MAGA accounts" for babies. Is this the new GOP consensus?

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The U.S. and China’s Tariff Rollback / Qatar Offers Trump a Jet

Mon, 12 May 2025 20:32:00 -0000

The United States and China agree to a 90-day rollback of tariffs, signaling a deescalation in the trade war between the two countries. Is this an economic breakthrough or a tactical retreat by Donald Trump? Plus, the Trump administration is considering accepting a new Air Force One from Qatar, but the potential gift comes with ethical questions attached.

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Columbia's Latest Anti-Israel Disruption, as Trump Threatens to Tax Harvard

Fri, 09 May 2025 21:37:00 -0000

After campus agitators make another scene at Columbia University, new Acting President Claire Shipman calls the NYPD, which makes about 80 arrests. Meantime, President Trump escalates his confrontation with Harvard University, threatening to take away its tax exemption, as Education Secretary Linda McMahon tells the school that it shouldn't bother applying for future funding.

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A Thaw in the Trade War as the U.S. and U.K. Make a Deal

Thu, 08 May 2025 22:00:00 -0000

Donald Trump and Keir Starmer announce a preliminary trade deal after the pause on the President’s “Liberation Day” tariffs that caused distress in the financial markets. What does it mean for possible future pacts with Europe and China, and is the U.S.-U.K. agreement a sign of improvisational dealmaking?

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The GOP's Huddle on Its 'Big Beautiful Bill'

Wed, 07 May 2025 21:17:00 -0000

How much progress are Republicans making, as they keep plugging away on legislation to pass their agenda via the Senate's reconciliation process, avoiding a filibuster? Questions that still divide the GOP are whether to reform Medicaid and the SNAP food-stamp program, and what about the SALT deduction and Donald Trump's promise of no taxes on tips and overtime?

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Stranded in Newark? The FAA's Air-Traffic Control Mess

Tue, 06 May 2025 22:03:00 -0000

Hundreds of flights through Newark, N.J., have been disrupted, after an incident in which air-traffic controllers reportedly lost radar and communications for a short time. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said planes weren't in danger, but why can't the U.S. fix this outdated system? Plus, 35 Democrats in the House vote to end California's mandate for electric vehicles.

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Paul Gigot Interviews Jason Riley on 'The Affirmative Action Myth'

Mon, 05 May 2025 19:34:00 -0000

Wall Street Journal columnist Jason Riley talks about his book in which he argues that black Americans made faster educational and economic progress before the onset of racial preferences and welfare programs. They also discuss whether it makes sense for colleges to give preferences to students from poor economic backgrounds.

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Trump's Trade Wars and the Decline in U.S. GDP

Fri, 02 May 2025 21:39:00 -0000

The U.S. economy shrank in the first quarter of 2025, according to data released this week, and public companies on their earnings calls have recently warned about tariff effects, slowing consumer spending, and coming price increases. On the other hand, the jobs figures for April look solid. Yet nobody knows whether President Trump's Liberation Day tariffs are coming back.

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Donald Trump Dismisses Mike Waltz as National Security Adviser

Thu, 01 May 2025 20:29:00 -0000

Donald Trump removes national security adviser Mike Waltz and his deputy after the Signal chat controversy. What does the move mean for the administration's foreign policy? Plus, House Speaker Mike Johnson gives an update on the “big, beautiful” spending bill tackling defense spending, student loans, and Medicaid.

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The Supreme Court Debates St. Isidore, the Religious Charter School

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:35:00 -0000

Does the First Amendment give a church the right to open a religious charter school? Or can states require that charter schools be secular, as part of the government's system of public education? The Justices wrestle with those questions in a case from Oklahoma, which could be a landmark ruling, with consequences for nearly four million students who now attend charters.

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The FBI's Arrest of Wisconsin Judge Hannah Dugan

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 22:12:00 -0000

The feds charge a state judge with helping an illegal immigrant evade ICE agents at the courthouse in Milwaukee. Is this an overreach by the Trump administration or a justified response to a violation of the law? Plus, amid President Trump's deal with El Salvador and new confusion about the circumstances of three deported U.S. citizen children, two polls suggest slipping public support.

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The First 100 Days of Donald Trump 2.0

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 21:29:00 -0000

Donald Trump ends the first 100 days of his second administration with lower approval ratings than at this point in his first term. Are his tariffs and the economy to blame, and what are some accomplishments so far that could inspire optimism for the rest of his time in office?

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States Ask to Ban Soda From Food Stamps / Sen. Dick Durbin’s Retirement

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 22:52:00 -0000

Republican governors are pursuing waivers from the Agriculture Department to disallow purchases of candy, soft drinks, and other sweets via the SNAP food-assistance program. Is this commonsense government or burdensome nannyism? Plus, Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin won't seek re-election in 2026, creating a Democratic primary in a blue state that could drift further left.

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Trump's Push for a Ukraine Deal / Virginia Schools Go Cellphone Free

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 20:01:00 -0000

After Russian missiles strike Kyiv, killing at least 12, Donald Trump urges Vladimir Putin to “STOP!” Yet the White House is putting most of its pressure on Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky, who opposes legitimizing Putin's illegal takeover of Crimea with formal recognition. Plus, Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin and the Legislatures agree to cellphones in K-12 classrooms.

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The Supreme Court's Cases on Gender Storybooks and ObamaCare

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 21:33:00 -0000

When a public school adds stories with LGBT themes to its elementary reading curriculum, do religious parents have a First Amendment right to opt out? And did ObamaCare evade a constitutional check when it delegated power to the Preventive Services Task Force? The Supreme Court debates those points in Mahmoud v. Taylor and Kennedy v. Braidwood Management.

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Hegseth’s Other Signal Chat / The Supreme Court’s Deportation Order

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 22:48:00 -0000

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces more scrutiny, after an ouster of top aides and news reports about a second Signal chat group. But Donald Trump says he stands by Hegseth, amid rumors that the White House wants a replacement. Plus, the Supreme Court issues a midnight order halting deportations under the Alien Enemies Act, with a sharp dissent by Justice Samuel Alito.

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Paul Gigot and John Yoo on Donald Trump, the Courts and Presidential Power

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 20:09:00 -0000

Donald Trump keeps testing the limits of his executive authority, and courts have been pushing back. Is a constitutional crisis on the horizon? On this episode of Potomac Watch, law professor John Yoo speaks to Paul Gigot about what could be a looming clash between the President and the Supreme Court.

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Gov. Greg Abbott's Texas-Size Victory for School Choice

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 22:59:00 -0000

After putting his political capital on the line in GOP primaries, Abbott is close to enacting $10,000 scholarships for 100,000 students, as the bill passes the state House with votes to spare. Plus, New York Sen. Chuck Schumer blocks two of Donald Trump's nominees for federal prosecutor by withholding his "blue slip," but the president says he'll give Jay Clayton an interim appointment

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Will Trump Fire Jerome Powell?

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 18:40:00 -0000

Trump clashes with Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell over the Central Bank’s response to his tariffs. While Powell is expressing concerns, the president wants interest rates cut now. So what’s a stake for the economy, monetary policy and Powell’s tenure?

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Harvard Says It Won't Comply, as Trump Freezes $2.2 Billion

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 21:58:00 -0000

The school rejects a list of demands from the Trump administration, including hiring and admissions changes to ensure "viewpoint diversity." Can the White House legally add such strings to federal funds, and could conservatives regret the precedent? Plus, Tax Day is a reminder to the Republicans writing the GOP's reconciliation bill that the revenue code is too complex already.

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Trump, El Salvador, and the Deportation of Abrego Garcia

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 21:57:00 -0000

The Supreme Court rules the U.S. should “facilitate” the return of Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia, a migrant deported to a Salvadoran prison, despite an order protecting him from being sent there. But El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele suggests he won't release the man, as the White House argues it's his decision and that U.S. courts can't intervene in a matter of foreign policy.

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Trade Historian Douglas Irwin on Trump's Unprecedented Tariff Shock

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 21:15:00 -0000

Paul Gigot interviews Dartmouth economist Douglas Irwin on why Trump's tariffs are unlike any other in U.S. history, how they will change the global trading system, and what to do about the special case of China.

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The GOP's Budget Progress / Trump vs. Feeble Shower Heads

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 22:35:00 -0000

House Speaker Mike Johnson narrowly passes a budget outline, letting the GOP begin writing its "one big beautiful bill." But now comes the hard part: agreeing on the details of tax cuts and spending reductions. Plus, Donald Trump signs an order to make America's showers great again, but will manufacturers seize the opportunity to sell fixtures with more nozzles and water flow?

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What’s Behind Donald Trump’s Tariff Pause?

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 20:55:00 -0000

Donald Trump places a 90-day pause on the so-called reciprocal tariffs levied on countries around the world, but hits China with an even higher rate. What is his strategy for dealing with Xi Jinping, and what will he demand from friends and foes during negotiations?

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Where Did the Republican Free-Traders Go?

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 20:00:00 -0000

Donald Trump's trade wars are roiling global business and financial markets, with China and the EU moving to retaliate. Yet only a handful of Republicans in Congress are pushing back, despite the GOP's past support for an open economy. Plus, the disruption raises pressure on Capitol Hill to pass a tax bill, and listeners write in with questions about the president's tariff strategy.

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Two Court Rulings on Donald Trump’s Deportations

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 20:17:00 -0000

The Supreme Court lifts an order preventing swift removal of alleged gang members under the Alien Enemies Act of 1798. Yet the majority of the Justices take no position on the merits of using that law, while they also emphasize the requirement of due process. Meantime, an appeals court says the White House must seek the return of a man mistakenly sent to a prison in El Salvador.

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Donald Trump Prescribes His Tariff ‘Medicine’ to Remake the Economy

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 18:48:00 -0000

Markets continue to tumble as Donald Trump sends more mixed messages about how permanent his tariffs will be. Is the President still open to negotiations with countries around the world to pare back his tariffs, and will businesses and politicians start pushing back harder against the policy?

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China Retaliates With 34% Tariffs, as a Lawsuit Challenges Trump's Trade Wars

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 21:24:00 -0000

Donald Trump's big tariffs have now drawn a big response from Beijing, which says it will add 34% duties to U.S. goods, roiling the stock market again on Friday. But a new lawsuit argues that the president's purported "emergency" tariffs aren't authorized by law, while a handful of Senate Republicans, including Rand Paul, vote to countermand the U.S. trade war against Canada.

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Markets Tumble as Donald Trump’s Tariff ‘Liberation Day’ Finally Arrives

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 20:01:00 -0000

Donald Trump delivers on his promise of sweeping tariffs, causing markets to plunge in response. The White House says the long-term gain will be worth the short-term pain, but how will the American consumer and the world at large be affected?

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Voters in Wisconsin and Florida Swing Toward Democrats

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 20:29:00 -0000

The liberal candidate wins a Wisconsin Supreme Court election in a 10-point blowout, while the GOP retains two Florida congressional seats, but with closer margins than in November. Is this the start of a MAGA voter backlash against Donald Trump and Elon Musk? Plus, House Speaker Mike Johnson cancels this week's agenda after a GOP revolt on proxy voting for new parents.

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Wisconsin and Florida Elections Are a Trump Test, Democrats Say

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 21:39:00 -0000

Voters in Wisconsin are picking a new state Supreme Court justice, as Florida fills the U.S. House seats vacated by former Reps. Matt Gaetz and Mike Waltz, in elections that the Democratic Party is trying to pitch as a referendum on Donald Trump and Elon Musk. Plus, the U.S. Supreme Court is skeptical of a Wisconsin ruling that denied a tax exemption to Catholic Charities.

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Donald Trump Heralds a Tariff 'Liberation Day' and a Possible Third Term

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 19:33:00 -0000

Financial markets are nervous as Trump prepares for his biggest tariff launch yet on April 2. Plus, the President floats a possible run for a third term, but is it possible he could succeed?

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Trump's 25% Tariffs on Cars / The Rest of the Houthi Signal Chat

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 21:28:00 -0000

Citing national security, Donald Trump puts 25% tariffs on automobiles, adding to his protectionist experiment, as he pushes U.S. taxes on imports to the highest in 75 years. Plus, the White House's effort to play down its use of Signal to discuss U.S. military actions results in the release of more messages, including one giving specific timing for "F-18s LAUNCH (1st strike package)."

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Can the Democrats Make a Comeback During Trump 2.0?

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 21:43:00 -0000

Recent polls have shown approval ratings for Democrats are reaching all-time lows, with voters voicing their dissatisfaction with the way major cities are being run and implementation of liberal initiatives. So what can the party do after some self-reflection? On this episode of Potomac Watch, political scientist Ruy Teixeira tells Paul Gigot what changes Democrats need to make and why the party seems to embrace dysfunction instead of reform.

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The Supreme Court's Big Cases on Racial Gerrymandering and Nondelegation

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 21:35:00 -0000

The Justices hear two legal disputes that could have lasting consequences. Can Congress lend its taxing power to the executive branch without putting hard limits on its use? That's the question in FCC v. Consumers’ Research. And in a case about Louisiana's redistricting maps, the Court has a chance to say that racial gerrymandering isn't required and isn't even permitted.

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Trump Advisers Debate the Houthi Strikes... on the Signal Chat App?

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 21:47:00 -0000

President Trump's top aides, including Vice President JD Vance and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, reportedly discussed U.S. war plans against the Houthis in Yemen via the chat app Signal, according to the Atlantic magazine's Jeffrey Goldberg, who was apparently added to the group by mistake. What do their texts reveal, and how serious was this as a security breach?

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Columbia Surrenders to Donald Trump’s Demands

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 19:05:00 -0000

The Trump Administration withholds $400 million in funding from Columbia University unless it institutes various policy changes, which president Katrina Armstrong surprisingly agrees to. Did the university deserve such a punishment, and how could this unprecedented sanction by the government be used in the future?

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Donald Trump Begins Dismantling the Department of Education

Fri, 21 Mar 2025 21:55:00 -0000

Surrounded by school children at desks, Donald Trump signs an executive order to begin the elimination of the Department of Education, moving to shift authority back to the states. What does the decision mean for grant money and student loan programs, what kind of legal challenges might the Trump administration face, and is this good politics?

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No More Free Cease-Fire for Hamas in Gaza

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 21:31:00 -0000

Israel ends a two-week cease-fire with Hamas with a combination of air and ground strikes, but what will it take to secure the release of hostages? Plus, Donald Trump threatens the Houthis in Yemen will be “completely annihilated" if they continue to hold shipping routes hostage.

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Putin Passes on Trump's Cease-Fire

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 19:13:00 -0000

Donald Trump's phone call with Vladimir Putin didn't produce a 30-day cease-fire in Ukraine, let alone a durable peace agreement. Will Trump now pressure Putin to drop some of his demands? Plus, Europe gets serious about rearming as negotiations drag on.

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Donald Trump's Deportations Get Edgy

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 21:50:00 -0000

Donald Trump invokes national security and the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 to deport hundreds of alleged gang members to El Salvador, ignoring a judge's order to halt proceedings. This comes amid growing GOP calls for judicial impeachments, and prompts a rare pushback from Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts. What's at stake in this fight? And is the country headed for a showdown over judicial power?

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All Things with Kim Strassel: The Future of Healthcare Under Donald Trump

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 18:08:00 -0000

Donald Trump is moving fast, yet one big question is how his more populist GOP will handle the pressing issue of healthcare. On this episode of All Things, Sally Pipes--healthcare aficionado and author of "The World’s Medicine Chest"--lays out the risks of Joe Biden's coming drug price controls, the need to cut billions in waste and fraud from Medicaid, the fading chances for replacing ObamaCare, and the upsides and downsides of some of Trump's health cabinet picks, including HHS Secretary RFK, Jr.

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Could Elon Musk Sway the Wisconsin Supreme Court Election?

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 19:50:00 -0000

The progressive majority on the Wisconsin Supreme Court is at stake in an April 1 election, and Democrats have decided their best campaign strategy is to run against Elon Musk and Donald Trump. Will it work? Plus, Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer endures the wrath of the left for helping Republicans avoid a government shutdown.

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Is Trump Ready if Putin Refuses a Ukraine Cease-Fire?

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 21:58:00 -0000

Secretary of State Marco Rubio expresses "cautious optimism” for a deal, but Vladimir Putin is making military gains in the Kursk region, raising the question of what the U.S. will do if Russia wants to keep fighting. Plus, Chuck Schumer faces the ire of fellow Democrats after arguing that helping to pass the House GOP spending bill is better than shutting down the government.

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The GOP Acts to Prevent a Government Shutdown. Will Chuck Schumer?

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 22:22:00 -0000

Speaker Mike Johnson pulls together House Republicans to pass a bill funding the government through Sept. 30, putting pressure on Senate Democrats to agree before a deadline of midnight Friday. Plus, the GOP shields itself from a tough vote on Donald Trump's trade wars, as the president threatens to respond to Europe's tariff retaliation with a 200% levy on imported wine.

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Trump Arrests Gaza Agitator Mahmoud Khalil for Deportation

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 22:40:00 -0000

Mahmoud Khalil, a "lead negotiator" for the anti-Israel protesters at Columbia University last year, is detained by federal agents who want to revoke his green card, and President Trump says more such cases are coming. Can speech, such as support for Hamas, be a legal grounds for deportation? What about the First Amendment? And could this case go to the Supreme Court?

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RFK Jr. Hedges on Vaccination, as Measles Hits 250

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 21:25:00 -0000

Amid a measles outbreak in Texas and New Mexico that has put 29 in the hospital and killed a school-age child, health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. calls MMR vaccines an option, while also touting steroids and cod-liver oil as a miracle treatment. Plus, an appeals court upholds a New York law ending school vaccine exemptions for religious beliefs, which could go to the Supreme Court.

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All Things with Kim Strassel: Fighting Government Waste at the EPA

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 18:20:00 -0000

How is Donald Trump's much-discussed Department of Government Efficiency working in practice? In this episode of All Things, Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin explains his agency's partnership with DOGE and the process by which they are identifying waste and fraud to make the federal government more accountable. What grants or programs are being cut, and why? What's happening to the EPA workforce? How much internal "resistance" is there to these goals? And how does EPA balance its mission of "clean air, land and water for every American" with the goal of a smaller government?

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Is the Economy Headed for a Trump Recession?

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 20:58:00 -0000

Despite warnings in financial markets, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick says there will be no economic downturn. Donald Trump is more equivocal as he says the economy is in transition to better days as his tariffs are implemented.

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Sanctuary City Mayors Get Grilled, as Border Crossings Plummet

Sat, 08 Mar 2025 00:02:00 -0000

The number of migrants encountered at the southwest border has dropped significantly since Donald Trump's re-election in November, as he turns the U.S. toward a message of deterrence. Meantime, mayors from major “sanctuary cities," including New York and Chicago, are called to Capitol Hill for tough questions about their efforts to shield illegal immigrants from federal law.

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Donald Trump’s Road to Tariffs Takes Another U-Turn

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 20:22:00 -0000

The President's 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada are on again, then off, then on again, and then partially off--at least for a month. What's Donald Trump up to with his trade policy, and is the resulting uncertainty starting to hurt a U.S. economy that is already weakening?

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Trump Addresses Congress on DOGE, Tariffs, Ukraine and More

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 00:18:00 -0000

A defiant Donald Trump delivers the longest presidential speech to Congress in modern history, interrupted by jeers from Democrats, including Rep. Al Green, who is escorted out. But on the substance, has the President proposed enough clear direction for the GOP, given his many ambitious promises, from a balanced budget and tax-free tips to the Panama Canal and Greenland?

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All Things With Kim Strassel: Can a U.S.-Ukraine Deal Still Happen?

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 01:30:00 -0000

The explosive meeting between Volodymyr Zelensky and Donald Trump continues to radiate fallout, as the president announced a pause in aid to Ukraine, and Europe rallied around Ukraine with promises of troops. Can the U.S.-Ukraine rare minerals deal still be salvaged? And what's the next stage in the now three-year conflict that Russian president Vladimir Putin started with his invasion of his neighbor?

On this episode of All Things, New York Rep. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) explains why Vladimir Putin was the only winner after the Trump/Zelensky meeting and what he thinks comes next--as well as his sense of Trump's broader vision of foreign policy. He also provides the latest state of play on a bill to avoid a shutdown, and the broader negotiations on a reconciliation bill to enact Trump's border, energy and tax policies this year.

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Donald Trump's Trade War With Canada and Mexico

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 21:45:00 -0000

The President follows through on his threat to impose 25% tariffs, as Canada and Mexico plan to retaliate with reciprocal taxes on U.S. goods, such as orange juice and bourbon. Given that voters are still upset about inflation under Joe Biden, is Trump taking a political risk, if his trade war means that U.S. consumers will see higher prices on produce, SUVs, and other items?

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The Worldwide Fallout After Zelensky and Trump Clash Over Ukraine

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 20:38:00 -0000

The world is still reacting to the contentious Oval Office meeting between Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky, with European leaders pledging boots on the ground to defend Ukraine. But while Donald Trump waits for an apology, what will it take for a return to the rare mineral deal that brought Zelensky and Trump together, and will Russia come to the negotiating table?

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The Trump-Zelensky Meeting on Minerals Goes Sideways

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 23:40:00 -0000

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky visits Washington to sign a deal with the U.S. on mineral rights, but an Oval Office meeting with Donald Trump and JD Vance breaks down in acrimony. Zelensky says any cease-fire with Russia must be backed by security guarantees, given Vladimir Putin's record of breaking his word. Trump says the meeting shows Zelensky isn't ready for peace.

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The GOP Passes Its First Big Tax and Budget Test

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 21:29:00 -0000

The House GOP narrowly passes the budget outline for Donald Trump’s “one big, beautiful bill.” Democrats think they can ultimately defeat the bill by targeting Medicaid reform, and Republicans will have to join that debate or lose.

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Trump Says Canada and Mexico Tariffs Are Coming Soon

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 23:43:00 -0000

After Donald Trump gave America’s neighbors a 30-day reprieve from his threatened tariffs, he now says they’ll go into effect in a matter of weeks. But a new study of the North American auto industry estimates that those border taxes could add thousands to the price of an SUV, and does Trump have the legal power to impose such tariffs on allies, or could this go to the courts?

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Speaker Johnson's Budget Vote / Elon Musk’s DOGE Email

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 22:34:00 -0000

Donald Trump wants "one big, beautiful bill" to pass his agenda via budget reconciliation, but can House Speaker Mike Johnson keep Republicans united to get it through? Plus, the latest DOGE earthquake is a weekend email telling federal employees to write back with five things they accomplished last week, or else Elon Musk threatens that they could be terminated.

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All Things with Kim Strassel: Sen.Tom Cotton’s Seven Warnings About China

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 16:23:00 -0000

China is the world's new “evil empire" and has already infiltrated our government and society. On this episode of All Things, Sen. Tom Cotton shares these and other warnings from his new book, "Seven Things You Can't Say About China." The Arkansas Republican explains China's unprecedented military buildup--partly aimed at dominating Taiwan--its use of TikTok to capture American youth, and what everyday citizens can do to counter the rising China threat. Also, his take on the latest negotiations to end the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, and whether DOGE efforts will hit Pentagon spending.

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The U.S. Stake in Germany's Election Shift to the Right

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 20:45:00 -0000

Friedrich Merz won election in Germany, which is being received as a victory for centrists looking to revive the German economy. But how will Donald Trump react after Merz stated his hope for “independence” from the United States?

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Trump vs. 'Independent' Agencies / RFK Jr. and the Measles Outbreak

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 23:27:00 -0000

Donald Trump orders "independent" agencies to run their regulations through the White House, an assertion of executive authority and democratic accountability that could help upend how Washington works. Plus, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. considers reshaping a CDC vaccine committee, while a measles outbreak in Texas hits 90 cases and 16 hospitalizations, mostly children.

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Donald Trump Puts Pressure on Ukraine, but What About Russia?

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 21:34:00 -0000

Volodymyr Zelensky says Donald Trump is in a “disinformation space” after the President blamed Ukraine for starting the war with Russia, then Donald Trump calls Zelensky “a dictator” in return. Is this part of a bigger strategy to turn Americans against Ukraine?

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Trump's Labor Secretary Nominee Faces the Senate

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 22:39:00 -0000

Donald Trump picked Lori Chavez-DeRemer as a thank you to the Teamsters for staying neutral in the 2024 election. But given her past support for bills that would override right-to-work laws and bolster public unions, will Republicans in the Senate go along with her confirmation? And as union membership falls to a historic low of 9.9%, is courting labor bosses a good GOP strategy?

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Why the Feds Want to Drop Their Case Against Mayor Eric Adams

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 23:24:00 -0000

The New York mayor's attention shouldn't be diverted from supporting the White House's efforts against illegal immigration, a Justice Department memo argues. Adams denies there was a quid pro quo, as New York Gov. Kathy Hochul considers exercising her authority to remove him from office. But with a mayoral primary coming in June anyway, is that a decision best left for the voters?

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Donald Trump's 'Reciprocal' Tariff Investigation

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 21:53:00 -0000

The markets see another tariff reprieve, as the president orders his cabinet to examine America's trading relationships and recommend ways to balance them. But is trying to micromanage 13,000 tariff line-items, across 200 countries, a good way to help the economy and government efficiency? Plus, Elon Musk appears in the Oval Office to explain what DOGE is doing.

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Trump Wants a Deal With Putin, but Will Ukraine Have a Seat at the Table?

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 22:07:00 -0000

Donald Trump wants to negotiate peace between Ukraine and Russia, but will Volodomyr Zelensky have a say in any negotiations with Vladimir Putin? And what kind of security guarantees will Ukraine have?

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Trump's 25% Steel and Aluminum Tariffs / Inflation Rises Again to 3%

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 23:33:00 -0000

Donald Trump signs an order imposing broad 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, upending U.S. supply chains, as NFIB's index of small-business uncertainty hits its third-highest figure on record. Meantime, the Labor Department reports that inflation is heating up again, with the consumer-price index rising 3% over the 12 months ending in January, as Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell testifies on Capitol Hill about how these crosscurrents might affect monetary policy.

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All Things with Kim Strassel: The House Tackles Tax Cuts and Spending

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 00:20:00 -0000

Donald Trump’s executive actions have been dominating Washington news, yet the fate of his agenda rests in his historically slim majority in the U.S. House. That House GOP is finally focusing on a budget bill to provide Trump border and defense dollars, and extend the 2017 tax cuts. But will a famously fractious Republican House conference once again fail to come together?

On this episode of All Things, House Republican Policy Chair Kevin Hern gives the latest on the budget reconciliation fight, breaks down the GOP's tax- and spending-cut priorities, explains where DOGE fits in, and discusses the new Democratic threat of a government shutdown. He also dives into one of his own priorities--explaining where the federal government can aid in the state school-choice revolution.

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Donald Trump Sues CBS for $20 Billion, Amid Claims of 'News Distortion'

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 23:13:00 -0000

CBS raised eyebrows last fall when two of its shows aired Kamala Harris giving different answers to the same question during a "60 Minutes" interview. Donald Trump is suing the network, claiming $20 billion in damages, while the FCC takes comments on a public complaint of “news distortion." But what does the full CBS tape reveal, and does it even make sense for the FCC to regulate broadcast news, in an era of endless unregulated cable TV, podcasts, and internet streaming?

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Executive Orders Earn Donald Trump an Approval Rating Boost

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 20:15:00 -0000

Americans are giving Donald Trump approval rating highs due to his brisk executive actions, but could Democrats use rising prices and new tariffs against him? Plus, many of Donald Trump’s cabinet picks will face votes this week, with Tulsi Gabbard and RFK Jr. looking to continue the Trump administration's successful confirmation streak.

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Trump's 'Sovereign Wealth Fund' / DOGE Goes to Court

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 23:58:00 -0000

Donald Trump orders the Treasury to draw up a plan for a sovereign wealth fund, which would let the government make investments, including in private companies. What could go wrong? Plus, the White House and Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency effort are being sued over federal buyouts, USAID, access to payment systems, and a firing at the NLRB.

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Donald Trump’s Surprise Plan for the Gaza Strip

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 21:41:00 -0000

Donald Trump makes an offer for the United States to “own” the Gaza Strip and rebuild it, while Palestinians would relocate to countries like Egypt and Jordan. Is he sending a message to Hamas, or is this another element of Donald Trump’s unusual approach to foreign policy?

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Elon Musk Is on a Mission to End USAID

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 22:26:00 -0000

The U.S. Agency for International Development, which funds everything from polio eradication in Indonesia to DEI projects in Serbia, has closed its headquarters and told its staff they're going on administrative leave. Is this an America First end to foreign aid, or merely a restructuring, as Secretary of State Marco Rubio suggests? And can President Trump do this without Congress?

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Daniel Henninger on Journalism and the End of ‘Wonder Land’

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 20:14:00 -0000

Paul Gigot sits down with the Wall Street Journal Opinion’s Daniel Henninger, who recently published his final ‘Wonder Land’ column. The two discuss how covering news and culture has changed over time, the polarizing nature of today’s media from all political sides, and what Henninger hoped readers would draw from his weekly column.

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All Things with Kim Strassel: Donald Trump Floods the Presidential Zone

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 17:58:00 -0000

Donald Trump is issuing executive actions at the speed of light, targeting the border, government bureaucracy, tariffs and the economy. How does it all shake out? Former chief of staff Mick Mulvaney draws on his own time in the Trump White House to analyze the big orders--their purpose, impact and legality. What's Trump up to with tariffs on Mexico and Canada? Is it really possible to reform the civil service? How and where will DOGE hit a wall? Plus, insights on the Impoundment Control Act fight to come.

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Donald Trump Makes a Tariff Deal With Mexico and Canada

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 23:28:00 -0000

After Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on all goods from Mexico and Canada, the three countries negotiated a last-minute 30-day pause. Who blinked on the tariff showdown, and what comes next?

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Tulsi Gabbard's Testimony on Snowden and Surveillance

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 22:58:00 -0000

President Trump's pick for director of national intelligence faces skepticism from both sides at her Senate confirmation hearing. Is her nomination in jeopardy, after she refuses to call Edward Snowden a traitor and then deflects a question on reforming Section 702 surveillance? Plus, FBI Director designate Kash Patel splits with Trump on commutations for violent Jan. 6 rioters.

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Did RFK Jr. Make His Case for HHS Secretary?

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 22:51:00 -0000

During his confirmation hearings for Secretary of Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was questioned about his controversial views on vaccines and abortion, while seeming not to know much about Medicare and Medicaid. Did he win over skeptics? Plus, what does the Trump Administration's funding freeze rollout and rollback tell us about the new White House?

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The White House Backtracks on Freezing Federal Grants

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 22:51:00 -0000

The Trump administration tells government agencies to pause federal grants, loans, and assistance programs so that they can be reviewed, but three days later the White House rescinds that order, after an uproar in Washington and a temporary stay issued by a judge. Did President Trump overstep his authority, as Democrats claim, or was this more a matter of fumbled execution?

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Trump's Tariff Threat on Colombia / The CIA’s Covid Assessment

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 23:10:00 -0000

Donald Trump promises to impose tariffs and more on Colombia, causing President Gustavo Petro to back down after he had refused two U.S. military planes with deported migrants. Is this a sign of how Trump plans to use U.S. economic pressure elsewhere? Plus, the CIA says it now believes, though with low confidence, that a lab leak was the most likely origin for the Covid-19 virus.

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All Things with Kim Strassel: Taking On DEI

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 14:09:00 -0000

Donald Trump is knocking down the federal government's diversity, equity and inclusion structure, but how to tackle its wider presence in America? On this episode of All Things, Supreme Court expert and Manhattan Institute senior fellow Ilya Shapiro recounts his own battle with the DEI mob during his time at Georgetown Law School, and explains his particular worry that DEI in legal education is warping the future "gatekeepers" of our institutions. He discusses DEI's problematic ideology, and explains how a teeming bureaucracy of "non teaching" administrators, as well as "spineless" university deans and presidents, embolden a culture of activism on campus. How are Trump's actions turning the tide, and what more can donors, judges, companies and Americans do to turn the tide?

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Pete Hegseth Squeezes Through the Senate. Is RFK Jr. Next?

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 23:22:00 -0000

Vice President JD Vance casts a tie-breaking vote to confirm Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, meaning Americans now must hope that he's up to the job. Plus, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. prepares to face the Senate to be President Trump's health secretary, as Republicans ponder his many controversies, including casting doubt on measles and polio vaccines, as well as his ties to trial lawyers.

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Donald Trump Ends DEI and Revokes Pompeo's Security

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 23:01:00 -0000

Promising a renewed focus on merit and hard work, the president signs an executive order to eliminate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives in the federal government, while the business world is moving in the same direction. Plus, Trump revokes security protection for three former aides targeted by Iran, and a judge halts the president’s attempt to end birthright citizenship.

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Donald Trump’s Immigration Action: Border Troops and a Sanctuary City Crackdown?

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 21:35:00 -0000

To make good on his pledge to secure the border, Donald Trump promises to send troops to the southern border, unleash ICE agents into cities to find criminal illegal migrants, and punish sanctuary cities. Plus, Trump launches the “$TRUMP” cryptocurrency right before taking office, potentially making him billions of dollars in the process, but leading to questions about how he is profiting off the Presidency.

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Donald Trump's Executive Order to End Birthright Citizenship

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 22:40:00 -0000

He says his administration won't issue documents to babies whose parents were present in the U.S. illegally, or legally on temporary visas. But 22 states sue, arguing this flies in the face of the 14th Amendment and long-standing Supreme Court precedent. Plus, 12 Democrats vote yes, as the Senate passes the Laken Riley Act to mandate detention of migrants arrested for certain crimes.

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All Things With Kim Strassel: Looking for Bipartisanship in Trump's "Golden Age"

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 23:56:00 -0000

Donald Trump began his second term with a flurry of executive orders and bold plans for his House and Senate majorities. Where does that leave Democrats and how can they work with Republicans to get things done? On this episode of All Things, Problem Solvers Caucus Vice Chair Josh Gottheimer (D., N.J.) voices his "surprise" at Donald Trump’s executive orders on Jan. 6th and immigration, explains why he was handing out “SALT shakers” at the inauguration, and lays out the bipartisan possibilities and pitfalls of this next Congress.

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Donald Trump’s Day One: Executive Orders and Jan. 6 Pardons

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 23:07:00 -0000

As one of his first acts after being sworn into a second term, Trump grants unconditional pardons to nearly all of the Jan. 6 Capitol rioters, including those who brutally assaulted police. He also signs executive orders on federal efficiency, energy, and foreign policy, while ordering the Justice Department to hold off on enforcing the law that says TikTok must cut ties with China or be banned.

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Donald Trump Promises a ‘Golden Age’ in His Inaugural Address

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 21:05:00 -0000

The 47th President declares that “America’s decline is over,” and announces his executive order to declare a national emergency on the southern border. Will the second Trump administration get off to a faster start after learning from the mistakes of the first term? Plus, Joe Biden uses his final hours in office to issue pre-emptive pardons to his family and political allies.

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TikTok Loses at the Supreme Court, but Will Trump Enforce a Ban?

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 21:31:00 -0000

The Justices uphold a law saying that TikTok must be divested from Chinese ownership by Jan. 19 or else it will be booted from U.S. app stores. Yet the social-media app's future remains unclear. With only days to go until the Jan. 20 inauguration, the Biden Administration says it will not enforce the ban, and Donald Trump has said he wants to cut a deal to save TikTok.

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Who Won the Hamas-Gaza Cease-Fire Deal, and Biden Says Farewell

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 22:41:00 -0000

A cease-fire deal in Gaza is delayed after Israeli President Benjamin Netanyehu said Hamas reneged on part of the agreement. What will it take for the deal to get done and what effect did Donald Trump have on it? Plus, Joe Biden delivers his farewell address from the Oval Office with a bitter tone and warnings about an "oligarchy taking shape in America” and the “tech industrial complex.”

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The Senate Questions Pete Hegseth, as Trump's Cabinet Hearings Begin

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 23:34:00 -0000

Nominated by Donald Trump to be the next Defense Secretary, Pete Hegseth faces hostile inquiries at his Senate confirmation hearing regarding his alleged past personal conduct. But did the televised theatrics provide much insight about Hegseth's views on national-security issues or how he would lead the Pentagon, and does he seem to have won enough votes to get the job?

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Two Supreme Court Arguments on Internet Porn and TikTok

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 22:49:00 -0000

The justices hear a challenge to a Texas law that requires websites with sexual content to verify the ages of their users, which the Free Speech Coalition says is too burdensome for the First Amendment rights of adults. Plus, the high court sounds skeptical about saving TikTok, which faces a Jan. 19 deadline either to be divested from Chinese ownership or banned from app stores.

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All Things with Kim Strassel: The End of a Tarnished Biden Presidency

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 14:15:00 -0000

How will history remember Joe Biden’s one term in office? On this episode of All Things, House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer recounts his investigation into the Biden family business, and his belief that the 40th president will not escape a public judgment of "corruption." Upon the publication of his new book about the probe--"All the President's Money: Investigating the Secret Foreign Schemes That Made the Biden Family Rich--Mr. Comer details the main takeaways of the inquiry, his argument for why President Trump should sign his Presidential Ethics Reform Act and what his committee has teed up for the 119th Congress.

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How Policy Failures Led to Devastation in California

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 21:36:00 -0000

Fires in California have claimed at least 24 lives in what is becoming one of the costliest natural disasters in American history. What decisions made it harder to mitigate the damage, and how will Congress navigate the politics of providing federal aid for the recovery?

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Donald Trump's Hush Money Sentencing in New York

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 22:54:00 -0000

With the president-elect about to take office, Judge Juan Merchan says a sentence of "unconditional discharge," meaning no penalties for a jury conviction on 34 felonies, is the only option that won't interfere with Trump's official duties. The Supreme Court split 5-4 on letting the sentencing go forward, but could it help Trump in the end, if it permits his appeals on the merits to proceed?

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Donald Trump’s News Conference, From Greenland to Wind Farms

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 22:58:00 -0000

The president-elect meets the press at Mar-a-Lago and makes news by calling to rename the Gulf of Mexico, combine Canada and the U.S., end construction of wind turbines, and potentially invade Panama and Greenland. How much of this rhetoric reflects Trump's actual policy views, how much of it is political theater, and could such bullying be counterproductive diplomatically?

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Facebook Fires Its Fact-Checkers / The House's Laken Riley Bill

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 23:21:00 -0000

Mark Zuckerberg, citing "too much censorship," says that Meta will quit fact-checking content and switch to a "community notes" system, the same approach being taken by Elon Musk’s X. Plus, the House passed the Laken Riley Act, which cracks down on illegal immigrants who commit theft, with 48 Democrats voting yes. Will that bipartisan support extend to the Senate?

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Joe Biden Blocks a Japanese Company From Buying U.S. Steel

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 22:33:00 -0000

The president claims that the $15 billion acquisition by Nippon Steel could threaten national security, even though Japan is a close ally that would have been investing in U.S. industry and workers. What signal does it send, if the review process for such deals can be corrupted by union politics? Plus, Biden puts millions of acres of U.S. waters off limits for oil-and-gas leasing.

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All Things With Kim Strassel: Inside the 119th Congress with Oklahoma Sen. James Lankford

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 21:20:00 -0000

The 119th Congress is steaming ahead, with a mountain of work that includes everything from confirming Donald Trump's cabinet nominees to sealing a reconciliation spending bill (or two) into law. How will the House and Senate navigate it all? On this episode of All Things, Kim Strassel speaks with the Vice Chair of the Senate GOP Policy Committee, Sen. James Lankford, about where things stand in the reconciliation wars, the wisdom of Trump's quick nominations, Joe Biden’s aggressive midnight regulations and how the new GOP Senate majority will function under new GOP leader John Thune.

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The Echoes of Jan. 6 and Donald Trump Wants ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 20:01:00 -0000

Congress certifies Donald Trump’s electoral victory, but the memories of Jan. 6 four years ago still loom large as the President-elect considers pardons and clemency for rioters. Plus, Donald Trump says he wants 'one big beautiful' reconciliation spending bill but signals he would be open to two, which many lawmakers prefer.

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Speaker Mike Johnson Keeps His Gavel, After Two Flipped GOP Votes

Fri, 03 Jan 2025 23:23:00 -0000

The House GOP avoids an embarrassing crackup, after two Republicans who initially opposed Speaker Mike Johnson switch their votes to him at the last minute. But the leaders of the Freedom Caucus post a letter afterward with a list of demands, suggesting that Republican disunity could return as soon as the House tries to pass a significant bill on spending or the debt.

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2025 Begins With an Act of Terror in New Orleans

Thu, 02 Jan 2025 19:35:00 -0000

The FBI says Shamsud-Din Jabbar acted alone when he killed at least 15 people in the early hours of New Year’s Day, but questions remain about his motive and how the military veteran was radicalized. Plus, what happens if Mike Johnson fails to win another term as House Speaker as the 119th Congress begins?

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Donald Trump Asks the Supreme Court to Save TikTok

Tue, 31 Dec 2024 16:40:00 -0000

The Justices take up an expedited challenge to a law that could ban TikTok on Jan. 19, unless the social app agrees to divestment from Chinese ownership. Why did the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals uphold this ultimatum passed by Congress? Plus, Donald Trump files a brief asking the Supreme Court to pause the law, though he's making less of a legal case than a political one.

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The Legacy and Presidency of Jimmy Carter

Mon, 30 Dec 2024 21:06:00 -0000

Jimmy Carter, who won the Oval Office after the Watergate scandals by portraying himself as an earnest evangelical, dies at age 100. The 39th president served only one term, which was marred by an energy crisis, economic woes and a failed hostage rescue mission in Iran. But how will he be remembered for what he did while President and afterwards?

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Joe Biden's Death Row Commutations and the Pardon Power

Fri, 27 Dec 2024 22:30:00 -0000

The president spares 37 of the 40 inmates facing the federal death penalty, commuting their sentences to life in prison. Is this an appropriate use of the pardon power, issuing mass clemency based on policy disagreements with the law? Will this action in Biden's last days in office, so soon after he pardoned his son Hunter, add to the arguments for a constitutional amendment?

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Donald Trump’s New Manifest Destiny

Thu, 26 Dec 2024 20:20:00 -0000

Donald Trump has seemingly put the expansion of the United States on his agenda with threats of reclaiming the Panama Canal, acquiring Greenland, and wanting to make Canada the 51st state. How much of this should be taken seriously, and what does it say about the worldview of the next administration?

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GOP Lessons From the Christmas Shutdown Brinkmanship

Tue, 24 Dec 2024 15:14:00 -0000

Congress passes a bill to fund the government, narrowly averting a shutdown over the holidays, but what did Donald Trump and Elon Musk accomplish by going nuclear on the initial legislation? Is this a bad omen for 2025, when Republicans will take control of Washington and begin negotiations on their priorities? And can Speaker Mike Johnson muster the votes to keep his gavel?

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All Things with Kim Strassel: The Ones Who Got it Right in 2024

Tue, 24 Dec 2024 13:45:00 -0000

On this episode of All Things, Kim Strassel looks back at some of the podcast’s 2024 all-stars, including candidates who correctly predicted their own victories, as well as at experts who called the issues that would lead Donald Trump to the White House and a Republican majority in both the House and Senate. Guests include Sen. Ted Cruz, Senator-elect Tim Sheehy, pollster Scott Rasmussen and Faith and Freedom Coalition Founder and Chairman Ralph Reed.

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The House Ethics Committee's Report on Matt Gaetz

Mon, 23 Dec 2024 22:28:00 -0000

Former Rep. Matt Gaetz, who was Donald Trump's first choice to be Attorney General, denies illegal wrongdoing, but a House investigation into his past conduct finds "substantial evidence" of drug use, prostitution, and statutory rape, vindicating the GOP Senators who looked skeptically on his cabinet nomination. Plus, Trump promises that the GOP will take on Daylight Saving Time.

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A Republican Backup Plan for Keeping the Government Open

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 22:28:00 -0000

Speaker Mike Johnson scrambled to avoid a government shutdown, after Donald Trump and Elon Musk blew up his first deal and a floor vote on a slimmed-down alternative failed package failed. What will be the final outcome? Plus, in a blow to the Democrats’ strategy of lawfare, Fani Willis is disqualified from Donald Trump’s election interference case in Georgia.

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How Donald Trump and Elon Musk Blew Up The Funding Bill

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 21:29:00 -0000

After a bipartisan agreement was reached to keep the government funded until mid-March, Donald Trump and Elon Musk’s criticisms killed the deal, put Congress on the precipice of a government shutdown, and undermined Mike Johnson's leadership as House Speaker. What do Musk and Trump want?

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The Democrats' Final Judicial Push

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 20:48:00 -0000

A blizzard of federal judicial confirmations by Chuck Schumer, “unretirements,” and a possible presidential veto are all part of a plan to keep Donald Trump from appointing judges himself. Despite claims it is the President-elect who is upending norms, Democrats are busy breaking precedents when it comes to the judicial system. This as Joe Biden nears breaking Mr. Trump's first-term record for judicial confirmations.

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The Cost of the GOP’s Union Embrace

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 21:53:00 -0000

With Donald Trump giving union workers credit for his victory, the GOP is rebranding itself as the party of the blue-collar worker and labor unions. But with this new outreach comes promises and policies with high price tags, including the Social Security Fairness Act, which would reward $200 billion to government union workers. So is this break from traditional conservatism worth it, and what more policies and costs are in the wings?

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All Things with Kim Strassel: 2024’s Winners and Losers with Buck Sexton

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 15:50:00 -0000

2024 was the year that saw Donald Trump win, Kamala Harris lose, Joe Biden quit and Elon Musk make his way to Capitol Hill. Who else were the big winners and losers of the year, and what's on the 2025 horizon? On this episode of All Things, Kim Strassel speaks with radio talk show host and former CIA officer Buck Sexton about what led Donald Trump to victory, the self-created problems of the mainstream media and why the border crisis may dominate the news in the coming year.

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The Drone Panic and Public Mistrust in Government

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 21:02:00 -0000

Widespread sightings of unidentified aerial objects is the talk of New Jersey and New York, and even President-elect Trump has an opinion about what's going on. Biden officials say there's nothing to worry about, but why don't people believe them?

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Two Bills or One? The GOP's 2025 Strategy Debate

Sat, 14 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0000

As Congress races to avoid a government shutdown before Christmas, Republicans begin to argue about their best approach next year for passing President Trump's agenda. Sen. John Thune wants to use a first reconciliation bill to pass the GOP's top priorities, while reserving a second reconciliation bill for tax reform. Others want the tax bill first or suggest doing it all at once.

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The Political Lessons of Liz Truss’s 44 Days in Office

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 21:57:00 -0000

What can conservative politicians learn from Liz Truss’s tumultuous time as the United Kingdom’s shortest-serving Prime Minister? Paul Gigot speaks with documentary filmmaker Michael Pack and WSJ Opinion columnist Joe Sternberg about ‘The Prime Minister vs. The Blob: Liz Truss’s 44 Days in Office,’ a new documentary that examines the economic and political forces behind her fall.

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Luigi Mangione Is Charged With Murdering UnitedHealthcare's CEO

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 23:07:00 -0000

Police say the suspect had a manifesto and wrote comments about the "parasitic" healthcare industry, after arresting him for allegedly killing insurance executive Brian Thompson in New York. Plus, Elizabeth Warren calls the public response to the shooting "a warning," but are the problems in U.S. healthcare caused by too much free-market influence, or not enough of it?

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All Things with Kim Strassel: Sen. John Barrasso Previews the New Senate Leadership

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 00:20:00 -0000

What will be the priorities in a Republican Senate in new leadership, and how will it handle Donald Trump's nominees and the president's expansive agenda? On this episode of All Things, Kim Strassel speaks with Senate Majority Whip Sen. John Barrasso (R-WY) about the GOP's immediate goals of expanding border security and energy production, the debate over a reconciliation strategy, and what he's learned from incoming members of the Trump administration about the plan for the next four years.

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Daniel Penny Acquitted in New York / Preemptive Pardons from Joe Biden?

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 22:57:00 -0000

A jury finds Marine veteran Daniel Penny not guilty of criminally negligent homicide for his intervention last year to restrain Jordan Neely on the New York subway. Is this a rebuke to District Attorney Alvin Bragg for bringing charges? Plus, Joe Biden's pardon of his son Hunter prompts talk that he could give immunity to Liz Cheney or others whom Donald Trump has said belong in jail.

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America’s Middle East Interests After the Fall of Assad

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 21:02:00 -0000

Rebels drove Bashar al-Assad from Syria, ending the Assad family's five decades of often brutal rule. The fall of Assad is a defeat for his protectors, Russia and Iran, and could reshape the Middle East. It opens up opportunities for President-elect Trump if he's willing to see them.

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The Jobs Report, $100,000 Bitcoin, and the Economy Trump Will Inherit

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 23:14:00 -0000

As Donald Trump prepares to take over from Joe Biden on Jan. 20, the economy is adding jobs and the Federal Reserve is considering cutting interest rates, yet inflation is above 2% and markets are showing signs of exuberance. Meantime, the CEOs of Intel and Stellantis step aside, as Republicans prepare to pull back on Washington's green subsidies and industrial policies.

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Can Europe Overcome Its Political and Economic Woes?

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 22:23:00 -0000

The ouster of the French Prime Minister and collapse of the German government are signs of broader anxiety and malaise. Can Europe's leaders meet the moment, as Russia threatens in the east and Donald Trump returns for a second U.S. term?

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Transgender Minors, Hormone Treatments, and the Supreme Court

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 23:09:00 -0000

The federal government tells the high court in U.S. v. Skrmetti that the 14th Amendment means Tennessee can't ban doctors from providing hormones or puberty blockers to transgender adolescents. But if the justices agree that this is what "equal protection of the laws" means, would their ruling have consequences for other controversies, including about women's sports?

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Donald Trump Chooses Kash Patel to Run the FBI

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 22:47:00 -0000

Trump says he wants an "'America First' fighter" as the director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. But given Patel's lack of experience with the FBI, will the Senate see him as the right the man to lead reform, or else an effort at MAGA retribution? Plus, more trouble for Pete Hegseth, as the press digs into the defense secretary nominee's background running veteran nonprofits.

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All Things with Kim Strassel: Winning the Hispanic Vote

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 16:16:00 -0000

As the two parties pore over the results of this election, one thing is clear: Democrats are losing their grip on working-class and non-white voters, creating huge openings for Republicans. What's behind such a dramatic shift? On this episode of All Things, Kim Strassel talks with political analyst Mike Madrid about the growing political heft of Latino voters, how that diverse ethnic bloc is defying traditional voter stereotypes, and what both parties continue to get wrong in courting those votes.

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Joe Biden’s About-Face on Hunter Biden’s Pardon

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 21:48:00 -0000

President Biden issues a pardon for his son Hunter that is so sweeping it applies to illegal acts for which Hunter hasn't been charged. Why did the President renege on his vow not to pardon his son, how will it affect his presidential legacy, and what lessons will Donald Trump take from pardon?

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Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy's DOGE Ambitions

Fri, 29 Nov 2024 14:38:00 -0000

Donald Trump says the pair will lead a new Department of Government Efficiency, which will provide an external review of federal regulations and bureaucracy. What do Musk and Ramaswamy have in mind, and what are the limitations that this DOGE will face, given that they intend to work through executive action alone, rather than proposing legislative changes to Congress?

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Israel, Hezbollah and a Cease-Fire in Lebanon

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 22:01:00 -0000

After Israeli strikes and spycraft decimate Hezbollah's commanders, the Iranian proxy agrees to a halt in fighting, abandoning its pledge to keep going in support of Hamas. But if it tries again to rearm in southern Lebanon, will Israel act? Plus, more pushback on the International Criminal Court's arrest warrant for Benjamin Netanyahu, as France suggests he isn't subject to the ICC.

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Donald Trump Threatens 25% Tariffs on Canada and Mexico

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 23:14:00 -0000

The president-elect says that one of his first actions on Jan. 20 will be to impose steep across-the-board tariffs on imports from America's two neighbors, "until such time as Drugs, in particular Fentanyl, and all Illegal Aliens stop this Invasion of our Country!" Is this a serious proposal or a negotiating tactic, and what does it mean for the USMCA trade deal that Trump himself signed?

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The Right and Wrong Picks for Donald Trump’s Cabinet

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 22:07:00 -0000

In what is turning out to be a Trumpian mix of loyalists, campaign allies, and unorthodox choices, the President-elect is putting the finishing touches on who will be serving in his administration. So who are some of the best and worst members of the team taking over the White House in January?

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The Federal Antitrust Plan to Hamstring Google Search

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 22:40:00 -0000

The Justice Department files its proposal to remake internet search engines, after a federal judge ruled that Google maintained an illegal monopoly. But would it really help consumers to force Google to divest its Chrome browser? Or to require the company to share data with its rivals? Plus, Spirit Airlines goes bankrupt as antitrust enforcers halted its proposed merger with JetBlue.

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Matt Gaetz Pulls His Nomination as Trump's Attorney General

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 22:53:00 -0000

Donald Trump will need a new AG, after Gaetz drops out amid skepticism from Senate Republicans. Gaetz's resignation from the House prevented, at least for now, the release of an ethics report on his alleged conduct, but liabilities were piling up. Plus, GOP absences help confirm more of Joe Biden’s judicial nominees, as Sen. Dick Durbin pushes a bill to regulate credit cards.

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With GOP Senators Missing, Another Biden Judge Gets Confirmed

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 23:32:00 -0000

Chuck Schumer wants to use Congress's lame-duck session to approve more lifetime appointments for President Biden's judicial nominees, and this week one went through on a 49-45 vote. Republicans might have blocked it, but five were absent, including JD Vance and Marco Rubio. Plus, Donald Trump makes more cabinet picks, including Linda McMahon for education secretary.

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All Things with Kim Strassel: Project 2025 and Conservatism During Trump’s Second Term

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 23:31:00 -0000

Where does the Heritage Foundation and its Project 2025 stand after Kamala Harris Democrats made the think tank and its policy paper the bogeyman of the 2024 campaign? On this episode of All Things, Heritage President Kevin Roberts talks about the upsides of the attacks, walks through his favorite Trump cabinet picks so far, breaks down the big potential of Elon Musk's and Vivek Ramaswamy's Department of Government Efficiency, and engages in a thoughtful debate with Kim Strassel over the future of the conservative movement.

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Pennsylvania Sen. Bob Casey Won't Concede to Dave McCormick

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 23:14:00 -0000

He's down by nearly 20,000 votes in a race that was called long ago, yet the Democratic incumbent is still fundraising and trying to get more ballots counted, even as the Pennsylvania Supreme Court rebukes several counties that tried to tally undated mail votes. Plus, Gov. Josh Shapiro seems unwilling to take a stand, while some Democrats start telling Casey to move on.

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Joe Biden Finally Allows Ukraine to Hit Certain Targets Inside Russia

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 19:44:00 -0000

As Donald Trump is about to take control of the United States’ role in the Ukraine/Russia conflict, Joe Biden approves of Ukraine using long-range missiles on military targets inside Russia. What took him so long and how will the incoming administration respond? Plus, more questions about the nominations of Tulsi Gabbard, Pete Hegseth, and Matt Gaetz to prominent roles inside Donald Trump’s cabinet.

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Can RFK Jr. Get Confirmed as Trump's Health Secretary?

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 22:48:00 -0000

Donald Trump names Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, but the GOP Senate will have questions about his views on vaccines, Wi-Fi, genetically modified foods, abortion, single-payer healthcare, and more. Plus, Sen. John Thune is elected Majority Leader to succeed Mitch McConnell, after a MAGA challenge from Sen. Rick Scott.

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Why Did Trump Pick Gaetz and Gabbard?

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 20:52:00 -0000

Donald Trump has roiled Washington by nominating Matt Gaetz to be Attorney General and Tulsi Gabbard for Director of National Intelligence. Both are controversial and could face trouble in the Senate, so what was Trump thinking? Plus, will the Senate agree to recess appointments without confirmation votes?

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Trump, Biden and Ukraine / Pete Hegseth at the Pentagon

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 23:15:00 -0000

Donald Trump meets with Joe Biden at the White House, while the U.S. says every dollar of allocated Ukraine aid will get out the door by Jan. 20. But after Trump promised a quick deal to settle Russia's invasion, what are his options if Vladimir Putin won't go along? Plus, Pete Hegseth of Fox News is tapped to lead the Department of Defense, if he can win Senate confirmation.

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All Things with Kim Strassel: Trump’s Cabinet and the Race to Replace Mitch McConnell

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 23:16:00 -0000

One week post-election, the political landscape is still rapidly shifting. RealClearPolitics co-founder Tom Bevan joins Kim Strassel on All Things to dissect the latest. What do Donald Trump's fast pace (and first) picks for cabinet positions (Sen. Marco Rubio, Rep. Elise Stefanik, former Rep. Lee Zeldin) say about his agenda? What faces emerge from the Democratic ashes, and what approach? Who comes out on top in Wednesday's Senate leadership race to replace Mitch McConnell--John Thune, John Cornyn, or a surprise Rick Scott? And will Trump in the White House provide Speaker Mike Johnson more ability to corral what will again be a slim majority?

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Trump's Cabinet Considerations: Rubio, Waltz, Noem and Zeldin?

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 21:36:00 -0000

The latest reports say Donald Trump will name Sen. Marco Rubio as secretary of state, Rep. Mike Waltz as national security adviser, South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem as secretary of homeland security, and former Rep. Lee Zeldin as EPA director. Plus, as votes keep being counted, the GOP inches toward another small House majority, and thank gerrymandering for the frozen outcome.

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The Second Trump Administration Begins to Take Shape

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 20:10:00 -0000

Donald Trump has announced the first members of his incoming administration, including former acting ICE Director Tom Homan being named “border czar” and promising mass deportations. Plus, Nikki Haley and Mike Pompeo will not have roles in Donald Trump’s second term, leading to questions about who is advising the incoming president about his choices, and the future of funding Ukraine will be discussed when Joe Biden meets with his successor in Washington.

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The Ballot-Measure Results: Crime, Voting, Abortion and More

Fri, 08 Nov 2024 23:41:00 -0000

Voters this week passed judgment on a range of policy questions via roughly 150 statewide referendums, and is there hope for California yet, after it stiffens penalties for shoplifting, while rejecting an $18 minimum wage, rent control, and noncitizen voting in local races? Plus, several states refuse to adopt ranked-choice voting, school choice falls short in Nebraska and Kentucky, and what to make of abortion initiatives that get majority support in red states like Florida.

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Donald Trump’s Victory Triggers the Blame Game by Democrats

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 23:16:00 -0000

Democrats are slowly coming to grips with Donald Trump taking office in January, but that hasn’t stopped the party from pointing fingers at who’s to blame for Kamala Harris’s loss. Plus, Democratic pundits blame the voters for an outcome the journalists never expected.

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Donald Trump’s Historic Comeback Ends with a Decisive Victory

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 22:09:00 -0000

Donald Trump will return to the White House for a second term after his resounding election victory on Tuesday. He defied previous defeat, multiple indictments and two assassination attempts. Wall Street Journal editors explain why he won and how Democratic failures propelled his comeback.

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A Trump-Harris Coin Flip, as Voters Go to the Polls

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 19:59:00 -0000

Election analysts say the race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump is a true tossup, but what if anything can be gleaned from the data on early voting and mail-in ballots? Meantime, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. tells his supporters not to vote for him in states where RFK is on the ballot, though could the Green Party's Jill Stein siphon off some progressive voters?

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All Things with Kim Strassel: Election Day is Finally Here

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 14:01:00 -0000

The final hours of the 2024 campaign have arrived and it’s now time to count those millions of early and Election Day votes. Kamala Harris and Donald Trump come into Election Day at a statistical polling tie, both nationally and among most of the key battleground states. Will there be a winner by the end of the night, or could this drag on for days or weeks? Kim Strassel is joined on All Things by political analyst and journalist Matthew Continetti to discuss the polls, the meaning of all that early voting data, what Donald Trump and Kamala Harris did right (and wrong), as well as what a victory for each candidate might mean for the direction of the country.

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The Lessons of 2024 on Election Day Eve

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 20:57:00 -0000

After a presidential campaign that featured many twists and turns along the way, neither Kamala Harris or Donald Trump have a clear advantage the day before the polls close on Election Day. What is the mood of the country and what are some of the takeaways from a campaign season with so many uncertainties about the House, Senate, and White House?

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The 22 House Races That Could Decide Control of Congress

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 22:15:00 -0000

Only about 5% of House seats are true "tossup" races, according to one election analyst, and while Republicans currently control the chamber with a historically small margin, whichever party wins next week might not do much better. Where are the elections to watch, and why is one Democratic ad attacking a Republican incumbent because he voted to impeach Donald Trump?

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The Critical Senate Races That Could Define the Next Presidency

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 20:10:00 -0000

Control of the Senate will influence how much gets done whoever wins the White House on Election Day, and states like Montana, Ohio, Texas and Pennsylvania all have close Senate races that could change the balance of power in Congress. So which party will have a majority come January?

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Kamala Harris's Jan. 6 Closer / The Supreme Court's Voting Cases

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 21:49:00 -0000

The VP gives a speech at the Ellipse in Washington, D.C., as a final campaign reminder of Donald Trump’s rally in the same spot before the Capitol riot. But did her remarks offer much new for voters who want change? Plus, the Supreme Court lets Virginia remove 1,600 suspected noncitizens from its voting rolls, while a case from Pennsylvania on rejected mail ballots is still pending.

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Kamala Harris Wants to 'Reform' the Supreme Court

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 21:09:00 -0000

The future of the Supreme Court is on the ballot, as Kamala Harris declines to rule out adding new justices, while endorsing vague "reform." What might that look like? Democratic Sen. Ron Wyden's legislation would alter recusal rules and expand the court to 15 members. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse's bill would let lower judges investigate public "complaints" against the justices.

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All Things with Kim Strassel: All Eyes on Montana

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 15:54:00 -0000

Montana features one of the hottest--and most consequential--races of the year, as Democrat Jon Tester struggles to gain a fourth term and keep his party in control of the Senate. On this episode of All Things, businessman, veteran and Republican challenger Tim Sheehy talks about the rightward shift in the state, the left's "bizfare" attacks on the Montana company he founded, the huge wash of money into the race and the need for Republicans to get over their "deer in the headlights" moment on abortion.

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Donald Trump’s NYC Rally Offends While the Harris Campaign Plays the Celebrity Card

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 20:07:00 -0000

Donald Trump drew thousands of supporters to Madison Square Garden in deep-blue New York City, but questionable comedians and speakers make remarks that may have done more harm than good. Plus, Donald Trump praises Xi Jinping on Joe Rogan’s podcast, and Kamala Harris goes for style over substance by bringing celebrities like Bruce Springsteen and Beyonce to the campaign trail.

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What Kamala Harris’s Climate Staffer Really Meant Was...

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 21:57:00 -0000

Kamala Harris's stance on fracking is less clear than ever, after the campaign's "climate engagement director" says in an interview that the VP "is not promoting expansion" of drilling. She backtracked, but if personnel is policy, are these the kinds of appointments President Harris would make? Plus, Tesla stock goes up, as climate mandates keep making Elon Musk richer.

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Donald Trump Goes on Offense as Kamala Harris Presses Fears About Fascism

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 21:38:00 -0000

Kamala Harris gets lukewarm reviews for her town hall on CNN, as she and her campaign go all-in on calling Donald Trump a fascist and stoking fears about authoritarian rule if he wins. On this episode of Potomac Watch, Paul Gigot speaks with Democratic pollster Mark Penn, who says Democrats have decided that demonizing Trump is the best way to win and describes what to look for between now and Election Day.

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The Economic Risk of Donald Trump’s Tariff Plans

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 21:41:00 -0000

Donald Trump is promising a universal 10% to 20% tariff on all imports to the U.S., plus perhaps 60% on China. Together this could push U.S. border taxes to highs not seen since the Great Depression and the infamous Smoot-Hawley tariff. Do Trump's first-term tariffs suggest he'd follow through with this? And does a president actually have the power to create a blanket tariff?

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All Things with Kim Strassel: Ted Cruz’s Toughest Race Yet

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 22:34:00 -0000

Sen. Ted Cruz narrowly defeated Democrat Beto O'Rourke in 2018, in the most expensive Senate race in history. The Texas Republican is now facing another tight challenge from Democratic Rep. Colin Allred, and this time the balance of Senate power could hang on Texas. On this episode of All Things, Mr. Cruz joins from the campaign trail to explain why he’s become “Chuck Schumer’s #1 target,” how immigration is playing in the Lone Star state, his bid for women voters and the chances of a Republican Senate majority after Election Day.

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Trump and Harris Put McDonald’s on the Campaign Menu

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 21:56:00 -0000

Donald Trump cooks fries for his fans at a McDonald's drive-thru in Pennsylvania, as Kamala Harris's supporters call his restaurant campaign stop a stunt. But theatrics are part of politics, and now the public is being served a piping-hot debate on the minimum wage and "joint employer" rules for franchises, while three Democratic Senators all but accuse McDonald's of price gouging.

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The Road Ahead for Israel and the U.S. After the Death of Yahya Sinwar

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 19:00:00 -0000

The conflict in Gaza took a major turn after Israel killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu showing the will to eliminate the leaders of terrorist groups. But what does the path to a ceasefire look like? Plus, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump react to Sinwar’s death on the campaign trail, and Israel’s plans for a strike on Iran are leaked as the U.S. investigates how it got out.

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The Ballot Referendums: Taxes, Crime, Abortion and Rent Control

Fri, 18 Oct 2024 21:51:00 -0000

While Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are getting most of the spotlight, voters in November will also be asked to approve nearly 150 state ballot measures on a variety of topics, including taxes, shoplifting penalties, school choice, minimum wages, abortion rights, marijuana, ranked-choice voting, local rent controls, and more. Here's a look at some of the most prominent.

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Did Kamala Harris's Fox News Interview Win Over Swing Voters?

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 18:45:00 -0000

The media strategy for Kamala Harris’s presidential campaign took a turn when the Vice President granted an interview to Bret Baier of Fox News in an effort to win over those frustrated with Donald Trump. Harris claimed in the interview that she will have a different Presidency than Joe Biden, but did viewers learn what that would mean in practice?

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Trump and Harris Pitch Voters on Car Loans and Marijuana

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 21:32:00 -0000

The two candidates are trying to win a tossup election by wooing specific groups, as Donald Trump promises tax breaks for automobile debt and U.S. citizens overseas, while Kamala Harris rolls out an "Opportunity Agenda for Black Men," including loans for entrepreneurs and marijuana legalization. Meantime, is Harris losing Catholic voters, who preferred Joe Biden in 2020?

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Will Biden's EV Mandate Help Republicans Flip Michigan?

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 21:49:00 -0000

Donald Trump says his opponent wants to end gasoline cars, while Kamala Harris promises she won't tell Americans what to drive. Which side voters believe could matter next month in Michigan, where Joe Biden's federal rules on electric vehicles are a point of heated contention, including in the Senate race between Republican Mike Rogers and Democrat Elissa Slotkin.

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All Things With Kim Strassel: Inside the Wisconsin Senate Race

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 19:37:00 -0000

Wisconsin GOP Senate nominee Eric Hovde joins All Things to talk about his race to unseat Democratic Senator Tammy Baldwin--a contest the Cook Report recently moved from "lean Democrat" to "Toss Up." The Madison entrepreneur discusses the challenges of taking on an incumbent, the issues that are most resonating with Wisconsin voters, his approach to the hot-button issue of abortion, and the role Donald Trump is playing at the top of the ticket. With three weeks to go before Election Day, a rush of political dollars is turning Wisconsin into another battlefield in the fight over control of the Senate.

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Where Does the Election Stand Three Weeks Out?

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 21:43:00 -0000

The polls show the presidential race is a tossup, with the seven key battleground states all within the margin of error. Has Kamala Harris's momentum stalled, and has Donald Trump reached his ceiling in share of the vote? Plus, who has the edge in the race to control the House and Senate?

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Millions of Ballots Already Cast, Amid Renewed Mail-Vote Worries

Fri, 11 Oct 2024 22:15:00 -0000

Donald Trump is urging Republicans to vote early, while also continuing to condemn mass mail voting. As Nov. 5 nears, however, even absentee proponents are raising concerns again about rejected ballots, slow results, and potential delays by the Postal Service, as Postmaster General Louis DeJoy keeps insisting that the USPS is ready to handle a deluge of millions of votes.

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The Making of ‘"Get the Jew": The Crown Heights Riot Revisited’

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 20:30:00 -0000

Paul Gigot speaks with documentary filmmaker Michael Pack and journalist Elliot Kaufman about the new Wall Street Journal Opinion film, "'Get the Jew": The Crown Heights Riot Revisited.' The story of the worst antisemitic riot in U.S. history echoes today amid incidents of antisemitism on university campuses and in U.S. cities.

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Kamala Harris's Latest Expensive Promise, Amid a $1.8 Trillion Deficit

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 19:45:00 -0000

In a media blitz this week, Kamala Harris unveils a plan for Medicare to cover home healthcare, which she says would help the "sandwich generation," but she dodges a question about how she'd pay for all her ideas. Meantime, the Congressional Budget Office reports a $1.8 trillion deficit for the last fiscal year, and Donald Trump declines to appear on "60 Minutes" for an interview.

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Muddying the Abortion Waters

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 20:36:00 -0000

Democrats have turned abortion into a potent campaign issue ever since the Supreme Court released its 2022 Dobbs decision, successfully portraying Republican opponents as a threat to women's rights. With GOP candidates now moving to the middle and engaging on the issue, Democrats are making false claims about their opponents' positions. Who's campaigning more effectively, and do the left's abortion distortions pose a risk to women's health?

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All Things with Kim Strassel: Oct. 7, One Year Later

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 15:51:00 -0000

Monday marked the one-year anniversary of Hamas's deadly massacre, the start of a multifront attack against Israel by Iran and its proxies. On this episode of the All Things podcast, Middle East security analyst Michael Doran reviews the fallout. Is Prime Minister Bibi Netanyahu leading Israel to victory in the conflict in Gaza and against Hezbollah? Does the Joe Biden administration grasp the true risk in the region, and what lessons should the next president draw about its allies and presence in the Middle East?

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How the World Changed After the Oct. 7 Hamas Massacre

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 21:04:00 -0000

It’s been one year since Hamas shocked the world with an attack on Israel, killing 1,200 people and taking 251 people hostage, 101 of which are still being held captive. Since then, Israel has been at war with Hamas, as well as Hezbollah and Iran. Where does the conflict go from here, and what will change when Kamala Harris or Donald Trump take office?

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Will Jack Smith’s New Filing Affect the 2024 Election?

Fri, 04 Oct 2024 21:22:00 -0000

A judge unsealed a new 165-page brief from special counsel Jack Smith, revealing more of the damning details behind the criminal charges against Donald Trump and his effort to overturn the 2020 election. Is this the swift pursuit of justice, or an effort by Smith and the Department of Justice to influence the 2024 election?

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A Port Strike Threatens the U.S. Economy

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 20:53:00 -0000

The International Longshoremen’s Association has gone on strike, shutting down East and Gulf Coast ports and raising fears of shortages and price increases. What does union head Harold Daggett want for his members? Plus, Joe Biden refuses to invoke a law to end the strike, while Donald Trump blames foreign shippers.

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JD Vance, Tim Walz, and the VP Debate's Biggest Moments

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 21:41:00 -0000

With five weeks until the 2024 election, JD Vance and Tim Walz meet in New York for the year's only vice-presidential debate. In exchanges on the economy, immigration, abortion, and more, Vance looked calm and in command, while Walz sometimes appeared flustered and unsteady. But it remains to be seen whether this will move the needle for Donald Trump or Kamala Harris.

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Kamala Harris's Visit to the U.S.-Mexico Border

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 21:29:00 -0000

The VP gives an immigration speech in Arizona, in an effort to address a political vulnerability. But she refuses to break with Joe Biden, while trying to shift blame to Republicans and Donald Trump, because they killed an immigration deal negotiated this year by Sen. James Lankford. Plus, JD Vance and Tim Walz get set for their first debate, and perhaps the last debate of 2024.

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All Things With Kim Strassel: JD Vance and Tim Walz Take the Stage

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 13:20:00 -0000

The vice presidential debate rarely carries as much weight as those at the top of the ticket, but this is no ordinary election year. With no other presidential debates scheduled before election day, and Kamala Harris giving few interviews, the contest between JD Vance and Tim Walz will be watched by millions of voters, many of whom remain undecided. On this episode of the All Things podcast, Fox News Radio host and commentator Guy Benson sets the debate stage, laying out what both candidates need to accomplish, their risks and potential pitfalls and the role of the moderators.

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Israel Deals a Huge Blow to Hezbollah and its Leadership

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 20:13:00 -0000

Israel's campaign against Hezbollah in Lebanon is yielding results, including the death of leader Hassan Nasrallah. What does the military effort say about Israel's strategy a year since the Oct. 7 massacre, and how should the U.S. respond?

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Volodymyr Zelensky Visits the White House and Trump Tower

Fri, 27 Sep 2024 22:12:00 -0000

The Ukrainian president travels to Washington to discuss U.S. aid with Joe Biden and New York to meet with Donald Trump. Yet Zelensky stirs Republican complaints by calling JD Vance’s ideas "too radical" and then by going with prominent Democrats to visit an ammunition plant in the swing state of Pennsylvania. Does this blunder into U.S. politics pose a risk of polarizing defense assistance to Ukraine, and how much do Kyiv's prospects depend on the November election?

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What's in Kamala Harris's 'Fair Share' Economic Plan?

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 20:35:00 -0000

The Democratic nominee releases an 82-page economic plan and claims she's a "capitalist." We inspect the details to see if she's right. Plus, can New York City Mayor Eric Adams remain in office after being indicted on federal corruption charges?

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Kamala Harris Is Ready to Nuke the Senate Filibuster

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 20:34:00 -0000

The vice president has suggested eliminating the Senate's 60-vote threshold to pass a national abortion law. But are Democrats underestimating the risks of unleashing majority rule in the upper chamber? Senator Joe Manchin warns ending the filibuster will 'destroy our country' and further inflame national politics.

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All Things With Kim Strassel: Can Republicans Keep Their House Majority?

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 23:18:00 -0000

The GOP barely kept its House majority in 2022, weighed down by controversial candidates and Democratic attacks on abortion. Will Republicans keep, or even expand, their hold on the chamber? On this episode of All Things, National Republican Congressional Committee Chairman Richard Hudson (R-NC) talks through the candidates that have the best chances to flip seats from blue to red, what the GOP is doing differently on abortion this time, and Donald Trump's influence on down-ballot races. He also weighs in on the chance of a government shutdown and whether the scandal over North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson will hurt Trump or other candidates in that battleground state.

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Joe Biden's Final U.N. Address, Amid Chaotic Global Conflict

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 20:03:00 -0000

In his final address to the United Nations General Assembly as president, Joe Biden takes credit for his withdrawal from Afghanistan and his and Vice President Kamala Harris's support for Ukraine after Putin’s invasion. But with conflict raging in Europe and the Middle East and authoritarians on the rise in most regions of the globe, is he leaving the world in more disarray than when he took office?

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How the Battle for Senate Control Looks in Montana and Wisconsin

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 19:53:00 -0000

Paul Gigot talks to Barton Swaim and Faith Bottum, who have been covering the contests in Wisconsin and Montana, where voters may decide if Republicans can win back a Senate majority in November. Can the GOP topple Democratic incumbents in the two states?

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Hezbollah's Exploding Pagers and Israel's Astonishing Spycraft

Fri, 20 Sep 2024 22:00:00 -0000

Israel's defense minister says the country's war is entering a new phase and turning north, after thousands of Hezbollah pagers suddenly detonate in Lebanon. Plus, the Teamsters union declines to endorse a presidential candidate, for the first time in nearly three decades, despite polling showing that a strong majority of its rank-and-file members support Donald Trump.

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Is the Federal Reserve Signaling the End of the Fight Against Inflation?

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 19:44:00 -0000

The Federal Reserve takes aggressive measures to cut interest rates by 50 basis points, surprising some in the market. Does this mean the fight against inflation is over? Plus, just weeks away from Election Day, how could this decision affect the race and how would Donald Trump or Kamala Harris handle the Federal Reserve if elected?

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Does Congress's TikTok Ban Violate the First Amendment?

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 21:30:00 -0000

The D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals hears arguments over a law that says TikTok must be divested from its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, to stay in U.S. app stores. Why did the judges seem skeptical of the company's challenge, and will it end up at the Supreme Court? Plus, Boeing starts furloughs amid a strike by machinists, who turned down a 25% raise over four years.

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Donald Trump Promises No Taxes on Overtime Pay

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 21:09:00 -0000

After his idea for no taxes on tips was copied by Kamala Harris, now Donald Trump is pledging to make overtime work tax free. But is there any economic thinking behind this, or is it only a bid for working class votes? Plus, the unknown of Senate control in 2025 is only one of the difficulties of trying to predict how Trump’s and Harris's campaign proposals would actually play out.

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All Things With Kim Strassel: The Senate Balance of Power

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 14:10:00 -0000

The stakes for control of today's 50-50 Senate are nearly as high as the presidential race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. Where are Republicans and Democrats placing their bets? On this episode of All Things, Senate Leadership Fund and One Nation CEO Steven Law talks about the truth of "candidate quality" and the GOP's slate this time around; efforts to convince voters that Democratic incumbents are “living a lie” as moderates; the money game; and how issues like inflation, immigration and women's sports are playing at the state level.

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More Secret Service Scrutiny After Another Assassination Attempt on Donald Trump

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 20:01:00 -0000

For the second time in two months, Donald Trump was the target of an assassination attempt, this time by a gunman who was hiding near the former president’s Florida golf course. Plus, leaks from the Supreme Court paint Chief Justice John Roberts as an ally of Donald Trump, but is that accurate? And why are insiders leaking details about internal Court discussions?

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The Unknowns of Harris or Trump as Commander in Chief

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 22:08:00 -0000

Donald Trump says he won't debate Kamala Harris a second time, yet the two candidates' foreign policy ideas are far from clear as the November election nears. So what should voters know about Trump's and Harris's respective positions on three major questions: Israel's war against Hamas, Ukraine's defense from Russia, and China's looming ambitions for Taiwan?

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Mike Johnson, the SAVE Act, and the Sept. 30 Shutdown Deadline

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 22:30:00 -0000

The deadline to fund the government is coming fast, and House Speaker Mike Johnson wants a six-month spending bill paired with the SAVE Act, which would require Americans to show proof of citizenship when registering to vote. But the Democratic Senate won't go along, and how wise would it really be to rewrite the voting laws like this 53 days before the 2024 election?

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On Debate Night, Donald Trump Loses his Cool and Lets Kamala Harris Off the Hook

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 20:16:00 -0000

With jabs about his legal troubles and crowds leaving his rallies, Kamala Harris threw Donald Trump off his game during their first debate. Trump dwelled on the past and missed opportunities to expose her progressive agenda. Harris wants another debate, but does Trump?

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Kamala Harris and Donald Trump Both Need a Good Debate

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 21:32:00 -0000

The presidential polls are close to a dead heat, as the two candidates prepare to meet in what could be their only 2024 debate. Will Harris do a better job of explaining her policy shifts since 2020, and is her media-shy strategy a potential mistake? Will Trump steer clear of his personal grievances, and could the mute button on his microphone end up working in his favor?

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All Things With Kim Strassel: Previewing The Big Harris/Trump Debate

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 13:31:00 -0000

What should viewers expect from the long-awaited (and possibly only) debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump? On this episode of All Things, Trump campaign Senior Adviser Tim Murtaugh predicts how Harris will try to split the difference on her record, talks through the expectations game and previews the new ideas Trump will talk about during the debate--as well as the Republican candidate's plans for reaching out to moderates and independents.

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House Republicans Find Biden Ignored His Advisers in Withdrawing From Afghanistan

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 18:53:00 -0000

The House Foreign Affairs Committee releases its 350-page report documenting that President Biden failed to plan for the collapse of the Afghan government, though he was warned it would happen. But does the report let Donald Trump off the hook too easily, and what does it say about who should be America's next commander in chief?

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Georgia Arrests the Apalachee School Shooter's Father

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 22:18:00 -0000

Colt Gray, the 14-year-old who killed four people this week, is facing life in prison. His father, Colin Gray, could get 180 years for knowingly letting his son possess the gun. Could holding parents responsible in this way help prevent such shootings from happening? Plus, Hunter Biden pleads guilty to federal tax charges, avoiding an embarrassing trial, but is a pardon coming from Joe Biden?

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Analyzing Kamala Harris's 'Moderate' Tax Increase

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 20:17:00 -0000

The Vice President is trying to put some political distance between her ideas and the Biden economy. But is her proposal for a nearly 40% increase in the capital gains tax rate really moderate? Plus, Joe Biden is set to block Nippon Steel's proposed takeover of U.S. Steel, and layoffs at the U.S. company are a likely result.

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Renewed Protests at Columbia, as Students Return to Campus

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 21:58:00 -0000

As colleges begin the fall term, students at Columbia University are met by another round of disruptive protests against Israel. Have administrators learned any lessons from this spring's campus chaos? Plus, new reports at Columbia and Stanford find pervasive antisemitism, while UCLA won't appeal a judge's ruling that it must guarantee equal access for Jewish students.

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All Things with Kim Strassel: Back to School with Corey DeAngelis

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 23:40:00 -0000

As millions of students head back to the classroom for another year, school-choice "evangelist" Corey DeAngelis joins Kim Strassel on All Things with the latest in the reform revolution taking place at the state level, and the challenges still to come. The senior fellow at the American Federation for Children breaks down the successes, the best policy prescriptions in the school-choice field, the campaign to replace rural, anti-choice Republicans with reformers, the union threat and his own call to eliminate the Department of Education.

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Hamas Kills Six Israeli Hostages and Threatens More Executions

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 23:08:00 -0000

Israel recovers the bodies of six hostages taken on Oct. 7, including U.S. citizen Hersh Goldberg-Polin, amid new calls both to eliminate Hamas and to offer concessions to obtain a deal with the terrorist group. Plus, Kamala Harris plays up her old summer job at a McDonald's fast-food restaurant, but her administration's policies would make that kind of employment less available.

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Kamala Harris’s CNN Interview and Donald Trump's IVF Promise

Fri, 30 Aug 2024 21:43:00 -0000

In her first big candidate interview, Kamala Harris says her "values have not changed" when asked why she no longer wants to ban fracking, as she did in 2019. While her campaign might see the gaffe-free night as a success, did voters learn anything new about how she would govern? Plus, Donald Trump pledges to have the government provide for free in vitro fertilization treatments.

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Jack Smith’s New Indictment Against Donald Trump

Thu, 29 Aug 2024 19:34:00 -0000

Special counsel Jack Smith announced a new superseding indictment against Donald Trump for trying to overturn the 2020 election, despite losing a Supreme Court decision on presidential immunity earlier this year. The case won’t go to trial before November, but what does the indictment mean for the election campaign and prospects for a trial in 2025? Plus, Kamala Harris has her first sit-down interview since becoming the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee; will it also be her last?

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The FTC's Trial on the Kroger-Albertsons Grocery Merger

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 20:14:00 -0000

Lina Khan’s Federal Trade Commission goes to court to stop the supermarket giants Kroger and Albertsons from combining, arguing it could raise food prices and limit competition for union workers. But the companies say the opposite, arguing that they're under pressure from club stores, online outlets, and more. Plus, the FTC loses a separate case on noncompete agreements.

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The Alaska GOP Wrangles With Ranked-Choice Voting

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 20:28:00 -0000

It's a red state, but last week's open primary had Democratic Rep. Mary Peltola on top, with 50.4%, going into November's ranked-choice election. Yet the GOP hopes to unify behind Nick Begich, while the No. 3 contender, Lt. Gov. Nancy Dahlstrom drops out. Plus, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump debate the next debate's "mute" button, as JD Vance says his boss would veto a federal abortion law.

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All Things with Kim Strassel: Faith & Freedom Coalition Chair Ralph Reed

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 17:12:00 -0000

Evangelicals propelled Donald Trump's 2016 and 2020 presidential bids, though Kamala Harris is making a bid for their support. Faith & Freedom Coalition Chair Ralph Reed joins this episode of All Things to discuss the state of the evangelical vote, his coalition's big-dollar plan for driving turnout, his thoughts on "Evangelicals for Harris" and why issues like Israel, the Supreme Court and abortion could prove decisive in close battleground races.

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Israel Teaches Hezbollah--and the U.S.--a Lesson in Pre-emptive Deterrence

Mon, 26 Aug 2024 20:24:00 -0000

Israel pre-empted an attack by the terrorist group Hezbollah, while Hezbollah’s response was mostly intercepted by Israel with little damage done. How will this missile exchange affect the negotiations for a cease-fire in Gaza? Plus, it’s the three-year anniversary of the disastrous U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, a failure which looms large over the 2024 presidential election.

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Kamala Harris’s Big DNC Speech Says Little

Fri, 23 Aug 2024 21:57:00 -0000

The Democratic National Convention ends with an acceptance speech in Chicago that continues the week’s overabundance of "joy,” while offering few details about how Kamala Harris would govern in the White House. Meantime, the Democratic Party showcases its next generation of potential leaders, including Maryland Gov. Wes Moore and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. Plus, what effect will RFK’s dropping out have on the presidential race?

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What Does ‘Freedom’ Mean to Tim Walz and the Democratic Party?

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 19:18:00 -0000

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz took the stage at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago and tried to explain the difference between the way Republicans and Democrats define 'freedom.' But does the Vice Presidential nominee’s idea of freedom mean more government intrusion into people’s lives? Plus, as Kamala Harris prepares to accept her party’s nomination for president, will she give Americans more insight into her policies than the convention has?

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Protesters and Police Clash Outside the Chicago DNC

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 19:30:00 -0000

A confrontation at the Israeli consulate leads to arrests of pro-Palestinian demonstrators Tuesday night, a day after thousands of protesters filled the city's Union Park. Collin Levy and Barton Swaim, who were there, describe what they saw and heard. Plus, Barack and Michelle Obama take the DNC stage to endorse Kamala Harris and urge the country to reject Donald Trump.

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All Things With Kim Strassel: Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-MI)

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 20:49:00 -0000

Direct from Chicago's Democratic National Convention, Kim Strassel sits down with Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-MI) to discuss Joe Biden’s "bittersweet" convention goodbye, what the Kamala Harris campaign needs to know about appealing to Midwestern voters; the challenge the Biden climate change agenda presents to the auto industry, and what's up with those protestors at the DNC.

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Joe Biden's DNC Handoff to Kamala Harris

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 18:57:00 -0000

In a late-night speech from Chicago, the President touts his administration's accomplishments, calls Donald Trump a threat to democracy, and says his best decision was picking Kamala Harris to be his VP. But the 81-year-old's delivery probably confirmed for some Democrats his decision to drop out. Plus, a closer look at the Democratic Party platform that delegates will approve.

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The DNC Opens With Joe Biden, Amid Protests in Chicago

Mon, 19 Aug 2024 18:24:00 -0000

As President Biden prepares to speak on the first day of the Democratic National Convention, what is the legacy his tenure will leave? Plus, do Chicago's high crime and shaky finances under Mayor Brandon Johnson offer any lessons about Democratic governance, and will the anti-Israel protesters descending on the city this week distract from Kamala Harris's message?

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Kamala Harris Unveils Her “Opportunity Economy” Agenda

Fri, 16 Aug 2024 21:32:00 -0000

Following her “no tax on tips” proposal (mirroring Donald Trump), Kamala Harris finally goes into detail about her plans for fixing the economy, including proposals for price controls, housing payouts and an expansion of the child tax credit. But are any of her ideas different from Bidenomics, and how will the Trump campaign counter the Harris/Walz message?

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Columbia University’s President Resigns / Vance and Walz Agree to Debate

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 20:15:00 -0000

Minouche Shafik resigns as Columbia University’s president just as students are about to return to a campus that in the spring was rife with anti-Israel protests. What message does the move send to other college presidents as the new school year begins, as well as protestors heading to Chicago for the DNC? Plus, J.D. Vance and Tim Walz agree to a debate, while Donald Trump and Kamala Harris consider two head-to-head matchups.

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Another Defeat for Student Loan Forgiveness / Free Expression at UNC

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 20:32:00 -0000

The Biden Administration asks the Supreme Court to reinstate its student-loan forgiveness program after losing at the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals. Will Donald Trump make this expensive taxpayer write-off a campaign issue? Plus, the University of North Carolina launches a new school dedicated to classical liberal political thought.

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Ukraine's Breakthrough in Russia / JD Vance's Cash-For-Kids Plan

Tue, 13 Aug 2024 22:28:00 -0000

Ukraine now controls 1,000 square kilometers of Russian territory after a surprise attack caught Vladimir Putin unprepared. Is the war coming to an inflection point, and will the U.S. send new weapons and support to help? Plus, JD Vance floats a new tax benefit for children that could cost $3 trillion over 10 years. But will Donald Trump and Republicans go along?

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All Things with Kim Strassel: Scott Rasmussen

Tue, 13 Aug 2024 21:26:00 -0000

With Kamala Harris firmly at the top of the Democratic ticket and Tim Walz as her running mate, what do the polls tell us about her race with Donald Trump? On this episode of All Things with Kim Strassel, pollster and researcher Scott Rasmussen talks about Kamala Harris’ long honeymoon phase with the media, the impact of JD Vance and Tim Waltz on the tickets, the major (and sleeper) issues that could decide the 2024 presidential race, and the bubble world of the "elite 1%."

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Does Kamala Harris Really Back No Taxes on Tips and Medicare for All?

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 19:25:00 -0000

Kamala Harris recently debuted a campaign pledge to end federal taxes on tips for service workers, echoing a message Donald Trump is also promoting to voters. Why are both candidates supporting a cutout for such a narrow group? Plus, Kamala Harris seems to be backing away her previous support for Medicare for All from 2019, which the GOP could use against her in 2024.

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Tim Walz’s Military Record and Donald Trump's Debate Challenge

Fri, 09 Aug 2024 21:52:00 -0000

Kamala Harris's new running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, faces questions about his National Guard career and the circumstances of his retirement. Meantime, Donald Trump holds a rambling news conference and agrees to three presidential debates. Plus, Missouri Rep. Cori Bush is the second member of the progressive 'Squad' to lose a Democratic primary.

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Is Donald Trump’s Campaign in Trouble?

Thu, 08 Aug 2024 21:01:00 -0000

As Kamala Harris takes the lead in election polls, Donald Trump seems puzzled about how to respond. He has the advantage on the economic and security fundamentals, but he's reverting to the kind of scattershot attacks and spats that cost him the 2020 election. Can he show the discipline to define Harris on her record and the issues?

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Tim Walz Gets His Big Introduction as Kamala Harris's VP

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 20:34:00 -0000

Kamala Harris holds her first rally with her new running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, highlighting his background as a teacher, while drawing a contrast with J.D. Vance, Donald Trump's veep nominee. Meanwhile, Trump proposes that Social Security benefits should be tax free, which might be popular with seniors, but how much would it cost and wouldn't it be bad policy?

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All Things with Kim Strassel: Trump Campaign National Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 22:30:00 -0000

Kamala Harris selects Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate; how does Donald Trump respond? Kim Strassel asks Trump National Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, who brands Walz "one of the most far-left governors" in the country and says Harris bowed to progressives by skipping over Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro. Also, the campaign's reaction to the latest Iranian aggression, Trump's future plans for Russian sanctions, and Republican moves to expand the electoral map, including to Walz's Minnesota.

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Kamala Harris Picks Tim Walz for Vice President

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 21:56:00 -0000

Democrats have a new VP candidate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, who comes with a seriously progressive governing record on a range of policy issues. Why did Kamala Harris pass over Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, a popular figure with a record of winning his pivotal swing state? What does it say about her willingness to buck the left? And is Donald Trump probably relieved?

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Did the Federal Reserve Make a Mistake by not Cutting Interest Rates?

Mon, 05 Aug 2024 20:24:00 -0000

Stock markets plunge worldwide, as monetary policy and fear of a U.S. recession weigh on investors. Is this a normal correction, or do markets detect larger cracks in the economy?

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A Plea Deal for the 9/11 Mastermind, Khalid Sheikh Mohammed

Fri, 02 Aug 2024 22:50:00 -0000

KSM and two other Sept. 11 plotters will plead guilty to murdering 2,976 people, and in exchange prosecutors will spare them the death penalty. Is this the justice that the families of 9/11 victims have been seeking for two decades? Plus, the panel responds to questions from Potomac Watch listeners about Joe Biden’s Supreme Court plans.

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Donald Trump’s Contentious Appearance at the NABJ Convention

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 21:10:00 -0000

From the first question, Donald Trump’s sit-down at the National Association of Black Journalists convention had explosive moments, including claims by the former President that Kamala Harris had “turned black.” What was he thinking? Plus, the Wall Street Journal celebrates the release of reporter Evan Gershkovich.

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Trump Cashiers Project 2025

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 18:52:00 -0000

Trump's campaign tries to bury a 900-page white paper from the Heritage Foundation, after Democrats turned the document into a political weapon. But will the disavowal work with swing voters? Plus, what does this episode mean for the policy agenda of a second Trump term?

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Joe Biden’s Radical Supreme Court Assault

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 22:53:00 -0000

Joe Biden unveiled his proposals to radically alter the Supreme Court, putting the full weight of the Democratic Party behind an attack on judicial independence. But what about the constitutional and practical concerns with term limits or outside ethics enforcement, and why aren’t Republicans making a bigger deal about this onslaught?

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All Thing with Kim Strassel: Club For Growth President David McIntosh

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 21:35:00 -0000

With Kamala Harris inspiring a new Democratic enthusiasm to rival that of Donald Trump's GOP, what's afoot in the battleground states and districts? Club for Growth President David McIntosh gives the low down in the latest episode of All Things With Kim Strassel, reflecting on the “tug of war” over the future of the Republican party, why Ms. Harris may become the "John Kerry" of this cycle, and why the key to Election Day victory still rests with calls for limited government and reforms like school choice.

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Did Donald Trump Make a Mistake in Choosing J.D. Vance as a Running Mate?

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 18:54:00 -0000

Vice Presidential candidates aren't supposed to be sources of controversy, but that's what has happened to J.D. Vance as Democrats and the press unearth his comments critical of Americans who don't have children. He also thinks the childless should pay higher taxes. Should Donald Trump drop him from the ticket? Plus, who are the front-runners to be chosen as Kamala Harris's running mate?

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Biden Wants to Overhaul the Supreme Court. What About Harris?

Fri, 26 Jul 2024 21:58:00 -0000

Joe Biden says he'll use his last months in office to push for "reform" of the Supreme Court, possibly including term limits, while Justice Elena Kagan comes out in favor of an "enforcement mechanism" for its ethics code. What are the pitfalls of these ideas, and will Kamala Harris, as the Democratic nominee for president, endorse them as the November election nears?

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Joe Biden and Benjamin Netanyahu: A Tale of Two Addresses

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 20:17:00 -0000

Joe Biden uses an Oval Office address to the nation to explain why he is no longer seeking a second term in office, despite claiming a record successful enough to warrant one. Plus, Benjamin Netanyahu addresses Congress, with some notable absentees, and calls out anti-Israel protesters as “useful idiots” of Iran.

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Kamala Harris's First Campaign Rally / Sen. Bob Menendez's Resignation

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 20:30:00 -0000

The Democrats' new presumptive nominee travels to the swing state of Wisconsin, where she hammers Donald Trump’s legal issues and presents a vision for America that includes much more government. But is this a salable message with moderate voters? Plus, New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez announces that he'll leave office after his conviction last week on corruption charges.

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After a Fiery Hearing, Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle Resigns

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 20:24:00 -0000

The assassination attempt on Donald Trump in Butler, Pa., is the Secret Service's biggest failure in a generation, but when Congress calls its director to testify on Capitol Hill, she doesn't offer many substantive answers. What are some of the biggest questions that remain? Plus, Speaker Mike Johnson and Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries set up a House task force to investigate.

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All Things with Kim Strassel: Rep. Ro Khanna

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 03:02:00 -0000

Joe Biden's campaign finally bows out of the election, as Democrats unite around Kamala Harris to become their party’s nominee for President. But how will she fare against Donald Trump? On this episode of All Things with Kim Strassel, Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna explains the merits of an open convention, his endorsement of Kamala for the top job, and his rationale for having two women on the ticket in November.

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Joe Biden Ends His Re-Election Bid as Kamala Harris Takes Center Stage

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 19:51:00 -0000

President Biden finally bends to pressure from fellow Democrats and ends his bid for a second term, endorsing his Vice President to succeed him. Why are Democrats uniting so quickly behind her, and how will the Trump campaign respond?

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Pressure Builds on Biden to Exit the Race, While Trump Takes a Victory Lap

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 22:05:00 -0000

Donald Trump softened his tone, at least for a while, in his nomination acceptance speech in Milwaukee. Will it win over swing voters? Plus, Democratic grandees push President Biden to withdraw as the Democratic nominee lest they go down to defeat with him.

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J.D. Vance's Big Introduction at the GOP Convention

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 21:57:00 -0000

The Republican nominee for vice president gives his speech in Milwaukee, touching on his difficult upbringing, the "Mamaw" who raised him, and why voters should pick Donald Trump. Yet he also puts the GOP split on display by attacking the Nafta trade deal and blaming high housing prices in part on "Wall Street barons." Plus, more speculation about Joe Biden's departure, as his polls worsen.

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Ron DeSantis and Nikki Haley Signal a Unified GOP

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 19:05:00 -0000

From the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, WI, Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel and Kyle Peterson discuss how Donald Trump’s former rivals, including Ron DeSantis and Nikki Haley, took to the stage to a seemingly newly energized and unified GOP. Plus, questions still continue about the role J.D. Vance would have in a Trump administration and Democrats mull new and creative ways to possibly replace Joe Biden as the nominee.

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All Things with Kim Strassel: Jim Jordan

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 21:37:00 -0000

Kim Strassel sits down with House Judiciary Chairman Jim Jordan at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, WI. The Ohio Rep. gives the latest on Congress's oversight of the investigation into the assassination attempt on Donald Trump, thoughts on what the choice of Sen. J.D. Vance as the Vice Presidential nominee means for the Republican party, and updates on the House's impeachment inquiry into Joe Biden and his family business.

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Who is J.D. Vance, and What Does He Bring to the Trump Campaign?

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 20:49:00 -0000

How did Sen. J.D. Vance shift from being a self-described “Never Trumper" to Donald Trump’s running mate? From the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, WI, Paul Gigot, Kyle Peterson, and Kim Strassel discuss what the Vice Presidential nominee is saying about his past criticisms and what the choice means for the future of the GOP.

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Republicans Gather in Milwaukee after the Assassination Attempt on Donald Trump

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 20:51:00 -0000

From the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, WI, Paul Gigot, Kyle Peterson and Kim Strassel discuss the state of the GOP after the assassination attempt on Donald Trump's life now that the former President is officially the nominee. Plus, Joe Biden calls for unity during an address to the nation, but will any of the messaging from the Democrats change when talking about Donald Trump?

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The Finalists for Donald Trump's Vice President

Fri, 12 Jul 2024 21:14:00 -0000

With only days to go before the Republican National Convention, Donald Trump still hasn't picked his newest apprentice. Three finalists are Doug Burgum, Marco Rubio, and J.D. Vance, though could there also be a wild card? Plus, Joe Biden holds a news conference to reassure Democrats that he's capable of serving four more years, but the calls keep coming for him to step aside.

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The Democrats and Their Biden-Harris Dilemma

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 21:11:00 -0000

Paul Gigot interviews political scientist Ruy Teixeira about the Democratic Party debate over whether to dump President Biden from their 2024 ticket. Can Biden survive and beat Donald Trump? If the President bows out, is Kamala Harris the best choice, or should Democrats have an open convention?

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Joe Biden's Decline and the 25th Amendment

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 21:33:00 -0000

The president's forceful speech at this week's NATO summit, promising more air defenses for Ukraine, won't stop Democrats from worrying that he should step aside and cancel his re-election campaign. Plus, as the media tangles with Biden's press secretary about doctors visiting the White House, speculation rises about invoking the 25th Amendment to declare him unable to serve.

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Trump Disavows 'Project 2025,' as the GOP Adopts a Platform

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 20:35:00 -0000

Ahead of the Republican convention in Milwaukee next week, the party publishes a 16-page platform with a Trumpian spin. But Democrats are focused instead on a 900-page manifesto by the Heritage Foundation called Project 2025. Which is the best guide to a second Donald Trump term? Plus, NATO holds a summit in Washington, as the alliance steps up on Ukraine aid.

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All Things With Kim Strassel: RNC Chairman Michael Whatley

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 13:17:00 -0000

Is next week’s Republican National Convention a chance for the party to unify after fractures during the primary? On the inaugural episode of the All Things with Kim Strassel podcast, RNC Chairman Michael Whatley explains why the party is rallying behind the theme “Make America Once Again”; the GOP's 2024 approach to election integrity; why it doesn't matter if it's Joe Biden or a replacement at the top of the Democratic ticket; and why even he doesn’t know who will be Donald Trump’s running mate.

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Can a Defiant Joe Biden Stay in the 2024 Race?

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 20:15:00 -0000

Despite calls from Democrats that he withdraw as a candidate for re-election, President Biden says he's committed to remaining and is appealing to his base of black and union voters to back him against what he calls the media and donor "elites" in the party. Will that be enough to fight off the critics?

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Democrats Denounce the 'MAGA Supreme Court'

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 13:51:00 -0000

The political rhetoric against the Supreme Court reached new highs this week, after the Justices ruled that the presidency has immunity for official actions. But look at the statistics: 45.8% of cases in the 2023-24 term were unanimous, including some big cases, and only half of the High Court's 6-3 decisions this year were split along ideological lines. Yet voters won't hear those figures from Joe Biden, as he runs against Donald Trump, and the Supreme Court, in November's election.

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The Democrats Breaking Ranks on Joe Biden's Age

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 20:55:00 -0000

Rep. Lloyd Doggett becomes the first Democrat in Congress to call on the 81-year-old president to withdraw from the 2024 election, while two more are saying he'll lose in November. What is Biden doing to try to calm Democrats, and if he stepped aside would Vice President Kamala Harris be a shoo-in, or could she face a real contest at the party's summer convention? Plus, Donald Trump and RFK Jr. distract from Biden's problems by making puzzling statements of their own.

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The Supreme Court Takes On the Administrative State

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 20:49:00 -0000

In a 6-3 decision, the Justices abolish "Chevron deference," a doctrine that told judges to defer to regulatory agencies on the meanings of ambiguous laws. Does this really spell the end of expertise in Washington, as Justice Elena Kagan argues in dissent? Plus, the Supreme Court sends back to lower judges two laws in Florida and Texas that regulate social-media websites.

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The Supreme Court's Immunity Ruling Is Bigger Than Trump

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 20:16:00 -0000

In a 6-3 decision, the Justices say that presidents, including Donald Trump, have immunity from prosecution for official acts, but not unofficial ones. What does this mean for the Jan. 6 case brought by special counsel Jack Smith? Plus, the High Court rules that Jan. 6 rioters can't be charged with obstructing Congress, and that homeless camping isn't constitutionally protected.

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COMING SOON: ‘All Things with Kim Strassel’

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 16:00:00 -0000

Wall Street Journal columnist Kim Strassel tells listeners about her new podcast launching the week of July 8, featuring a newsy analysis of the workings of D.C. (and beyond) and a fresh look at the overhyped and overlooked events of the week.

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Democrats Panic After Joe Biden’s Disastrous Debate

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 21:56:00 -0000

The 81-year-old president's poor performance confirmed what many voters already believe, which is that he's too old to do the job for another four years. Is it too late for Democrats to replace him at the top of the ticket, and does it have to be with Kamala Harris? Plus, what about the policy questions that Donald Trump dodged on Ukraine, his plans for mass deportations, and more?

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The Seventh Amendment at the Supreme Court / Debate Night for Biden and Trump

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 21:18:00 -0000

The Justices rule 6-3 in SEC v. Jarkesy that it violates the Constitution's right to a trial by jury for the securities agency to try fraud cases in internal proceedings. Plus, as Joe Biden and Donald Trump prepare to meet on the debate stage for the first time in 2024, what does each candidate need to accomplish, and will it matter that CNN is muting the microphones to stop crosstalk?

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The Supreme Court Passes on Social-Media Censorship

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 21:44:00 -0000

In a 6-3 decision on legal standing, the Justices reject a First Amendment challenge to government pressure on social sites, such as Facebook and Twitter, to remove disputed user posts, including on Covid-19. Plus, two federal judges appointed by President Obama block another student-loan forgiveness promise by Joe Biden, in rulings against the administration's SAVE plan.

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Louisiana's Law to Post the Ten Commandments in Public Schools

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 20:32:00 -0000

Gov. Jeff Landry signs legislation requiring the Ten Commandments to be displayed in every public-school classroom in the state, but the ACLU sues, citing the First Amendment's ban on "establishment of religion." Plus, New York Rep. Jamaal Bowman, an antagonistic member of the Squad, faces a tough primary challenge from Westchester County Executive George Latimer.

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Trump vs. Biden on Taxes. Who's Better?

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 20:23:00 -0000

Whoever wins the presidential election will have a chance to rewrite American tax policy in 2025, as Donald Trump's individual tax cuts that passed in 2017 are set to expire. Biden wants to raise taxes by $5 trillion over 10 years, while Trump says he wants to cut them further. Will that difference matter as the campaign goes on?

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The Supreme Court, Gun Rights, and a 'Credible Threat'

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 22:19:00 -0000

The Justices uphold a law that prohibits gun possession by people who are subject to certain restraining orders for domestic violence, with an 8-1 majority in U.S. v. Rahimi saying that this does not infringe the Second Amendment. Plus, the High Court rules on a tax case, Moore v. U.S., that critics say could open the door to a progressive wealth tax on unrealized gains.

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Joe Biden’s ‘Convicted Criminal’ Strategy to Defeat Donald Trump

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 20:26:00 -0000

As the first presidential debate nears, the Biden campaign spends $50 million on an ad calling Donald Trump a convicted criminal. Is it working? A new poll shows Biden in the lead for the first time in months, and how will that influence the debate strategy for both candidates?

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Joe Biden’s Path to Citizenship for Undocumented Spouses of U.S. Citizens

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 16:20:00 -0000

The president takes executive action to offer legal status to 500,000 people who entered the country illegally but married U.S. citizens. How much does Biden's order weaken deterrence for future migrants, is it vulnerable to legal challenge as an abuse of discretion, and does such "pen and phone" governance make real immigration legislation less likely, by letting Congress off the hook?

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Tax-Free Tips? Monumental Tariffs? Trump Ponders Both

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 21:05:00 -0000

Donald Trump's recent musings on tax policy include proposals to exempt tips, impose huge tariffs to replace the current income tax, and cut the corporate tax rate to 20%, from today's 21%. What of this is good tax policy, versus a political effort to win swing voters, and how does it compare with Joe Biden's ideas, including his recent proposal to raise the corporate rate to 28%?

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The Supreme Court Becomes a Political Target

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 20:53:00 -0000

As the Supreme Court term nears its end, Paul Gigot interviews Manhattan Institute scholar and author Ilya Shapiro about the rulings so far and the cases still pending, including immunity for Donald Trump. Plus, Joe Biden and the Democrats start to run against the current Court in the election.

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The Supreme Court on Mifepristone, Starbucks, and Bump Stocks

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 21:41:00 -0000

Democrats strangely refuse to declare victory, after the Justices unanimously reject a challenge to the FDA's regulation of the abortion pill mifepristone. Plus, the High Court sides with Starbucks in a dispute over the legal standard for NLRB injunctions, and it rules that the ATF cannot ban rifle "bump stocks" by redefining the law so that they qualify as machine guns.

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Does the Populist Voter Revolt in Europe Portend the Same for U.S.?

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 20:52:00 -0000

Parties of the right made major gains in elections for the European Parliament, especially in France and Italy. What's behind the surge for the right and the losses for the green left? Plus, the leaders of the G-7 meet in Italy, though all but Italy's Giorgia Meloni may be political lame ducks.

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The Secret Recording of Justice Samuel Alito

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 20:13:00 -0000

Posing as conservative fan at a Washington event, an activist audiotapes conversations with Justice Alito and his wife, as well as Chief Justice John Roberts. Their remarks on flags and U.S. polarization have been presented in the media as shocking, but are they really? Plus, the High Court rulings coming soon include big cases on Trump's immunity, guns, Jan. 6 and more.

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Hunter Biden Is Found Guilty of Gun Crimes

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 22:20:00 -0000

After only three hours of deliberating, a federal jury in Delaware convicts Hunter Biden of three felony counts for buying and possessing a handgun while he was a drug addict in 2018. Does Hunter have a shot at appealing under the Second Amendment and the Supreme Court's precedent in Bruen? Plus, Joe Biden says he will respect the outcome and won't issue a pardon.

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Has the Trump Guilty Verdict Changed the 2024 Presidential Race?

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 20:25:00 -0000

Has Donald Trump’s felony conviction changed the minds of any potential voters? And is painting his opponent as a felon going to help Joe Biden? Paul Gigot speaks to Democratic pollster Doug Schoen about why the contest is still going to be about the issues, including the southern border and foreign policy, and the risks for both candidates in this month's presidential debate.

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A United Auto Workers Strike at... the University of California?

Fri, 07 Jun 2024 21:38:00 -0000

The school system sues UAW Local 4811, which represents 48,000 graduate teaching assistants and other workers, for striking on behalf of pro-Palestine campus protesters. At the same time, the UAW recently lost an election at Mercedes-Benz in Alabama. Should unions, and Democrats, be worried about this kind of divide between hard hats and progressive activists?

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Joe Biden Pitches His Peace Plan for Israel and Hamas

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 20:40:00 -0000

Joe Biden unveiled his plan for a cease-fire for Israel’s war in Gaza, but Hamas has refused to accept it so far. Will the president be able to get both sides to come to an agreement in time for Election Day? Plus, Hezbollah continues to attack villages in northern Israel and the International Atomic Energy Agency censures Iran for not cooperating with its inspectors.

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Joe Biden's Executive Order at the Border

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 19:09:00 -0000

The president's new policy will supposedly block asylum claimants who cross the southern border when the average number of daily encounters is 2,500 or more. But will migrants simply go to ports of entry, are legal challenges likely, and will this be enough to satisfy voters in November that Biden is taking immigration seriously? Plus, listeners write in on Hunter Biden’s gun trial.

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Hunter Biden’s Federal Gun Trial Begins

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 21:40:00 -0000

The prosecution and the defense make their opening arguments in the federal trial of Hunter Biden for buying and owning a gun while addicted to illegal drugs in 2018. No one is above the law, the feds tell the Delaware jury, but is this a case of selective prosecution, how has Joe Biden's Justice Department handled it, and is a presidential pardon likely in store for the First Son?

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The Biden Administration Approves Limited Ukrainian Strikes Inside Russia

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 21:52:00 -0000

The White House made a policy adjustment by allowing Ukraine to use American weapons to attack targets inside Russia, but the plan still includes limitations on the use of the most effective U.S. weapons systems. Plus, a major political figure calls for an American rearmament as global threats to national security increase.

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The Jury Finds Donald Trump Guilty. What Now?

Fri, 31 May 2024 22:27:00 -0000

The GOP's presidential candidate is convicted of 34 felonies in New York, for falsifying business records in connection with 2016 hush money to Stormy Daniels. Could Trump's defense team have done anything differently? How serious are his prospects for appeal? Has Joe Biden already said too much about the trial? And how is this verdict likely to affect the 2024 election?

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Conservative Supreme Court Justices Fight Calls for Recusal

Thu, 30 May 2024 20:49:00 -0000

In a letter to two Senators, Justice Samuel Alito explained why he is obliged to hear cases related to Donald Trump under the Supreme Court's code of conduct. What's behind the campaign to tarnish the reputations of the conservative members of the Court? Plus, 14 pro-democracy activists are convicted by a Hong Kong court under trumped up national security charges.

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Can Larry Hogan Save the Senate Filibuster in Maryland?

Wed, 29 May 2024 22:24:00 -0000

The former Republican governor of Maryland left office with sky-high approval, and if Larry Hogan can now win a Senate seat with a centrist pitch, it would upset expectations about party control after the 2024 elections. Plus, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott declares victory after the state's GOP primary runoffs, saying he has won enough votes in the Legislature to pass his school-choice plan.

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Justice Alito's Majority Opinion on Racial Gerrymandering

Tue, 28 May 2024 21:23:00 -0000

In a 6-3 ruling, the Supreme Court upholds a U.S. House map in South Carolina that was challenged as a racial gerrymander, with an opinion by Justice Samuel Alito that also explains the high bar for future lawsuits to prove that a map was drawn using race. Plus, why is the EPA giving millions of dollars to a "climate justice" group with left-leaning views on capitalism and Palestine?

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The World Court's Ruling on Israel / Justice Alito's Pine Tree Flag

Fri, 24 May 2024 22:07:00 -0000

The International Court of Justice, part of the United Nations, issues a ruling that seemingly tells Israel to halt its operations in Rafah. But will this ruling carry any weight, and what about the Oct. 7 hostages still held by Hamas? Plus, the latest alleged scandal at the Supreme Court is that Justice Samuel Alito's vacation home flew a historical flag that dates to the Revolutionary War.

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Nikki Haley Says She's Voting for Donald Trump

Thu, 23 May 2024 20:28:00 -0000

After a primary season in which Donald Trump and NIkki Haley traded sharp barbs, Ms. Haley now states that she will be voting for the former President in November. Is she bidding to be a player in the veepstakes, or is it more about her future in the GOP? Plus, the witness list in Hunter Biden's felony gun trial comes to light, and Joe Biden appears to be using the U.S. Treasury as a way to secure votes.

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Prosecutors Rest Their Case in Trump's Hush-Money Trial

Wed, 22 May 2024 20:48:00 -0000

After testimony by Michael Cohen and a brief defense by Donald Trump's legal team, the New York trial nears its conclusion, with closing arguments and jury deliberation expected next week. Has Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg proved his case and provided enough evidence to convict, particularly given that these 34 bookkeeping felonies also require a second crime?

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Biden Says Trying to Arrest Israel's Leaders Is 'Outrageous'

Tue, 21 May 2024 20:58:00 -0000

The prosecutor of the International Criminal Court applies for war-crimes warrants against three Hamas leaders, as well as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his defense chief. Joe Biden condemns the ICC's move, saying there's no equivalence between Hamas and Israel. But does the U.S. have the tools to back up the President's words and hit back at the ICC?

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Another Attack on Justice Samuel Alito from the Left

Mon, 20 May 2024 19:59:00 -0000

The New York Times reported that an inverted American flag briefly flown outside the house of Justice Samuel Alito suggests support for the ‘stop the steal’ movement led by Donald Trump, the latest hit in a campaign against the conservatives on the Supreme Court. But how does a dispute between neighbors translate into judicial recusal? Plus, a new report from the Harvard Jewish Alumni Alliance exposes the dangerous levels of antisemitism on the Ivy League campus.

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The CFPB Wins 7-2 at the Supreme Court

Fri, 17 May 2024 21:08:00 -0000

Justice Clarence Thomas writes that the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's power to draw its funding from the Federal Reserve doesn't violate the Constitution, a question that splits the Court's conservatives. Plus, Joe Biden invokes executive privilege to shield audio recordings of his interview with special counsel Robert Hur in the inquiry into his mishandling of classified files.

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An Unusual Presidential Debate Calendar Fit for an Unusual Election

Thu, 16 May 2024 19:55:00 -0000

With requests for no audience members, hypothetical mic muting and a contest coming before the RNC and DNC nominating conventions, the debates between Donald Trump and Joe Biden are heading down an unprecedented road. So why did both candidates agree to such an unorthodox plan and bypass the traditional Commission on Presidential Debates? Plus, the Biden campaign faces the reality of trailing Donald Trump in five out of six battleground states.

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The Climate Trade War / Trump and Biden Agree to Debate

Wed, 15 May 2024 21:02:00 -0000

Joe Biden raises tariffs on Chinese steel, solar cells and electric vehicles, but is this the right way to take on Beijing, or is the President using it as political cover for his green agenda? Plus, after weeks of Donald Trump demanding early presidential debates, Biden agrees to two of them, possibly starting as soon as next month, though he makes some interesting stipulations.

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Michael Cohen Takes the Stand Against Donald Trump

Tue, 14 May 2024 21:47:00 -0000

The star witness in the New York hush-money trial finally testifies, saying Donald Trump's main concern about the Stormy Daniels story was how voters would react in the days before the 2016 election. But is Cohen a credible witness, and can he testify to the "second crime" that prosecutors need? Plus, voters go to the polls to pick Senate nominees in Maryland and West Virginia.

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U.S.-Israel Tensions Rise Over Rafah

Mon, 13 May 2024 18:39:00 -0000

President Biden's threat to withhold weapons from Israel if it stages a large operation to clear Hamas from the city of Rafah in Gaza has shocked Israel and is causing a political backlash in the U.S., including among some Democrats. Will Israel go ahead anyway, and should it?

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Donald Trump's Casting Call for Vice President

Fri, 10 May 2024 22:05:00 -0000

Tim Scott, Doug Burgum, J.D. Vance, Marco Rubio and more big names visited Mar-a-Lago recently for a Republican retreat, as Donald Trump fans speculation of whom he might name as his 2024 running mate. What would each bring to the ticket? Plus, one name falling in the veepstakes is Kristi Noem, after she tells a story in her new book about shooting her hunting dog.

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Joe Biden Withholds Weapons From Israel During a War

Thu, 09 May 2024 20:05:00 -0000

The President reverses his policy that Hamas must be destroyed as he threatens Israel with an arms embargo if the Israeli Defense Forces enter Rafah in Gaza. Plus, House Speaker Mike Johnson defeats an effort to depose him. Is this the end of GOP dysfunction, or merely a pause?

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Stormy Daniels Testifies at Donald Trump’s Hush-Money Trial

Wed, 08 May 2024 22:09:00 -0000

Taking the witness stand in New York, she offers a detailed account of their alleged tryst in 2006, but did prosecutors go too far in eliciting salacious details that are irrelevant to this case about business bookkeeping? Plus, Trump is found in contempt again for breaking the court's gag order, as Judge Juan Merchan insists he does not want to order jail time but will do so if needed.

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Israel Moves On Rafah / Joe Biden's Antisemitism Speech

Tue, 07 May 2024 21:15:00 -0000

After crossing into Hamas's last bastion, Israeli troops take control of the Rafah border crossing with Egypt. Meantime, Hamas says it had accepted a cease-fire deal, but why was that deemed insufficient by Israel, and what is the status of negotiations for the return of hostages? Plus, Joe Biden condemns antisemitism in a Holocaust remembrance address, as campus protests continue.

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Stephen Kotkin on the Present and Future of Russia and the West

Mon, 06 May 2024 21:58:00 -0000

What will become of Russia after Vladimir Putin, and what is the endgame for the war in Ukraine? Paul Gigot speaks with historian Stephen Kotkin about how the United States would handle Russia once a successor to Putin is in place, the role the Biden administration will continue to play as the war between Ukraine and Russia continues, and how much Russia is dependent on China in order to survive.

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Inside the Donald Trump Trial Courtroom

Fri, 03 May 2024 21:49:00 -0000

The third week of Donald Trump’s hush-money trial in New York included testimony from his former aide Hope Hicks and audio tapes secretly made by Michael Cohen. What are the defense and the prosecution each doing, and what's the atmosphere inside the courtroom? Kyle Peterson shares his experience observing the proceedings and discusses what's yet to come.

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Joe Biden Addresses the Violent Demonstrations on Campus

Thu, 02 May 2024 21:15:00 -0000

Joe Biden made remarks that acknowledged the right to protest peacefully, adding that there is no place for violence or the disruption of classes at college campuses. But is there a bigger issue of the radicalization of young people at play? Plus, Jerome Powell says he doesn’t see the ‘stag’ or the ‘flation’ when it comes to the economy.

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Marjorie Taylor Greene's Speaker Plot / The NYPD Reclaims Columbia

Wed, 01 May 2024 20:21:00 -0000

A vote to oust House Speaker Mike Johnson is coming next week, Marjorie Taylor Greene promises. But will it backfire, now that Democrats say they'll help to table her motion? Plus, the New York Police Department takes back the Columbia University building that was occupied by anti-Israel protesters, with Mayor Eric Adams saying outside agitators had infiltrated the campus.

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Protesters Occupy Columbia / Trump Held in Contempt

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 21:47:00 -0000

Anti-Israel protesters at Columbia University escalate by seizing an academic building in the middle of the night and barricading themselves inside. What should President Minouche Shafik do now, and where are the school's trustees in what has quickly turned into an institutional crisis for Columbia? Plus, New York Judge Juan Merchan holds Donald Trump in contempt and fines him $9,000 for violating a gag order by attacking the jury and witnesses in the New York hush-money trial.

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Trump Goes After RFK Jr. While Joe Biden Roasts Trump

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 19:16:00 -0000

Donald Trump has increased his criticism of third-party presidential candidate RFK Jr. as a man of the left. Could the heir to the Kennedy name be a bigger threat to Trump than to Joe Biden? Plus, Biden says he's willing to debate Trump as he roasts the former President in front of a friendly press corps, and Trump tries to make peace with Ron DeSantis.

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What the Donald Trump Jury Has Heard So Far

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 22:08:00 -0000

As the New York hush-money trial ends its first week of testimony, why are Alvin Bragg's prosecutors talking about "conspiracy" and "election fraud," considering Trump is charged with neither? Plus, the court hears testimony from former National Enquirer publisher David Pecker, and listeners weigh in on the widening anti-Israel protests on college campuses, including Columbia University.

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The Supreme Court Weighs Immunity for Donald Trump and the Presidency

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 19:48:00 -0000

In Trump v. United States, the Justices consider if a President has absolute immunity from criminal prosecution, and what constitutes an official action as opposed to a personal one? The implications extend far beyond Trump's fate in 2024.

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A Constitutional Right to Homeless Camps? The Supreme Court Considers

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 20:32:00 -0000

Grants Pass, Ore., wants to enforce a prohibition on public camping, but a lower court said no, citing the Eighth Amendment's ban on cruel and unusual punishment. What does the Constitution say, and don‘t cities have the right to keep their streets clean and safe? Plus, the Justices also hear a challenge by Starbucks to a power of the National Labor Relations Board.

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Anti-Israel Protesters Occupy Columbia University

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 20:18:00 -0000

After New York police cleared an encampment on the Ivy League campus, arresting more than 100 people, the school says it will offer hybrid remote learning for the rest of the semester, while similar protests also engulf Yale, NYU, and other elite colleges. Why are university presidents apparently so reluctant to draw a hard line, especially considering the antisemitism on display?

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Bipartisan Majorities Show Support for Beleaguered U.S. Allies

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 20:52:00 -0000

House Speaker Mike Johnson put his job on the line in seeking floor votes on bills to provide weapons for Israel, Ukraine and Taiwan. It paid off in victory, as bipartisan majorities united to pass the bills and defeat a rump group of GOP opponents. Will the same coalition be willing and able to save Mr. Johnson from a motion to vacate the Speaker's chair?

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The Trump Jury and the New York Judge's Gag Order

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 21:28:00 -0000

The first week of Donald Trump's hush-money trial concludes with the seating of 12 jurors, while the former President fumes about a gag order by Judge Juan Merchan that bars him from criticizing jurors, witnesses and court staff. Plus, the Senate summarily dismisses the impeachment articles passed by the House against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.

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House Speaker Mike Johnson Puts His Job on the Line Over Ukraine Aid

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 19:48:00 -0000

Speaker Mike Johnson moves ahead with bills supporting Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan against their enemies. What's in the bills, what are their prospects for passing, and could they cost Johnson his job as a small group of Republicans threaten to move against him?

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Can Jan. 6 Rioters Be Charged with Obstruction?

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 21:52:00 -0000

The Supreme Court hears an appeal from a former Pennsylvania cop, who says his conduct at the Capitol on Jan. 6 does not qualify as obstruction under the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. Prosecutors have charged more than 300 people using that law, but are they stretching it too far? Plus, the Justices rule that a local $23,420 permitting fee is covered by the Fifth Amendment’s Takings Clause.

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Donald Trump’s Hush-Money Trial Begins

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 19:59:00 -0000

Jury selection starts in New York, as the former president faces 34 counts of falsifying business records, tied to a 2016 payment to Stormy Daniels. But has Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg brought a weak case, with potential legal avenues for appeal, given that to convict on these felonies he must prove that Trump intended to commit or conceal a second unrelated crime?

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Will Israel Strike Back at Iran Despite Joe Biden's Opposition?

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 19:27:00 -0000

Paul Gigot interviews Mark Dubowitz, CEO of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, about Tehran's attack on Israel, whether it was really a 'win' for the Jewish state, how Israel is likely to respond, and whether U.S. policy toward Iran will finally change.

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Democrats Want the IRS to Do Your Taxes

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 22:14:00 -0000

President Biden touts the IRS's new Direct File pilot program in 12 states, after Sen. Elizabeth Warren stuck it into the Inflation Reduction Act. But do Americans trust the agency to get it right? And if the complexity of the tax code is the reason that people turn to expert tax preparers, why isn't the answer just to simplify? Plus, the House passes a reauthorization of the Section 702 surveillance program, as FBI Director Christopher Wray warns about elevated threats to public safety.

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Inflation Comes in Hot for the Third Straight Month

Thu, 11 Apr 2024 20:45:00 -0000

Higher prices make a comeback, roiling markets and complicating plans by the Federal Reserve for cutting interest rates. How big a threat is inflation to President Biden's re-election?

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The House Debate on Surveillance and Section 702

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 21:22:00 -0000

Nineteen Republicans break with Speaker Mike Johnson by blocking a bill to reauthorize Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, or FISA, after Donald Trump comes out against. Section 702 lets the government collect communications from foreigners overseas, which can include messages with Americans. What reforms to this power are enough to ensure accountability?

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Speaker Mike Johnson's Push for Ukraine Aid

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 22:01:00 -0000

The House comes back to town facing a big decision on military assistance for Ukraine, as well as Israel and Taiwan. Will Joe Biden show the leadership needed to get funding over the finish line, and will Donald Trump intervene? Plus, Marjorie Taylor Greene intensifies her criticisms of Speaker Mike Johnson in a scathing letter to her colleagues calling for him to be replaced.

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Donald Trump Says Leave Abortion to the States

Mon, 08 Apr 2024 19:26:00 -0000

Conservatives expressed their disappointment with Donald Trump after he said abortion should be left up to the states instead of a federal ban. Was this a wise political move for his election campaign? Plus, Joe Biden announces another student loan forgiveness plan, which may end up in the courts again.

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The Havana Syndrome Mystery/No Labels Drops Its 2024 Bid

Fri, 05 Apr 2024 22:39:00 -0000

New reporting by “60 Minutes” puts a spotlight again on Havana Syndrome, the debilitating neurological symptoms reported by U.S. government security agents and diplomats around the world. Plus, after months of trying to organize a 2024 unity ticket as an alternative to Joe Biden and Donald Trump, the group No Labels throws in the towel after no viable candidate emerges.

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Israel Faces Fallout After Accidentally Killing World Central Kitchen Workers in Gaza

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 20:14:00 -0000

Relations between Israel and the U.S. continue to deteriorate following an IDF strike that killed seven relief workers in Gaza. This comes as President Biden faces mounting pressure from the left to more forcefully condemn Israel and restrict military aid. Meanwhile, Iran vows to retaliate after an apparent Israeli strike that killed top Iranian generals at a consular building in Syria. As the conflict spreads throughout the Middle East, Donald Trump calls on Netanyahu to move faster to eliminate Hamas, but stops short of criticizing Biden's approach.

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Parsing Tuesday's Primary Results/An Audit of the IRS's Expansion

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 20:12:00 -0000

Four states go to the polls, including Wisconsin, where 13% of Republicans vote for Nikki Haley and 8% of Democrats say they're uncommitted. Does this signal weakness for Donald Trump and Joe Biden? Plus, the Badger State bans "Zuckerbucks," and a report on the IRS's expansion plans shows the agency struggling to hire as it tries to ramp up audits on the wealthy.

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The Florida Supreme Court Puts Abortion on the Ballot

Tue, 02 Apr 2024 20:32:00 -0000

The state justices let Gov. Ron DeSantis's six-week abortion ban go into effect, while approving a ballot initiative that will ask voters whether to protect abortion in the Florida constitution. Could this boost Joe Biden's turnout against Donald Trump, making Florida a swing state? Plus, the House tax bill faces warranted skepticism in the Senate over an expansion of the child tax credit.

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Biden's EV Truck Mandate/What's a 'Fair Share' of Taxes?

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 19:18:00 -0000

The Environmental Protection Agency's new rules mean that 25% of long-haul truck sales might have to be electric by 2032, a target that the industry calls unachievable and that could shift costs onto drivers and consumers. Plus, as Joe Biden calls for tax increases to make the wealthy pay their "fair share," recent IRS data says the top 1% paid 46% of income taxes in 2021.

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Undated Mail Ballots Are No Longer Valid in Pennsylvania

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 21:37:00 -0000

Can states reject mail ballots if voters fail to fill in the date next to their signatures? Some federal judges have said no, but the Third Circuit appeals court now sets a precedent that could help stabilize the 2024 election rules. Meantime, Lara Trump says the GOP needs to play the early turnout game, plus FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried is sentenced to 25 years in prison for crypto fraud.

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Evan Gershkovich's Year in Captivity and Why We'll Miss Joe Lieberman

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 20:37:00 -0000

It’s been one year since Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich was arrested and imprisoned in Russia by Vladimir Putin, and the world shouldn't forget him. Plus, Sen, Joe Lieberman dies at age 82, leaving a legacy as a foreign-policy hawk that is hard to find among Democrats today. He was also a leader of the No Labels third-party movement. Is that now unlikely in 2024?

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Florida Bans Social Media for Children Under 14

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 19:05:00 -0000

Governor Ron DeSantis signs a law prohibiting social sites from giving accounts to kids ages 13 and under, with parental approval required for those 14 and 15. Does this tread on parental rights, or will it help families, and what about enforcement? Plus, the Justice Department files an antitrust lawsuit against Apple, and a listener asks how Donald Trump might use Truth Social in the White House.

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The Supreme Court's Case on the Abortion Pill Mifepristone

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 19:48:00 -0000

The Justices weigh a challenge to the Food and Drug Administration's dispensing rules, though the outcome could hinge on whether the plaintiffs even have standing to sue the FDA. Plus, Donald Trump's bond in New York's civil fraud case is cut to $175 million, which might keep Attorney General Letitia James from seizing his properties, as Truth Social goes public and surges in value.

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The Massacre in Moscow and the Return of ISIS

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 19:00:00 -0000

ISIS has taken responsibility for a rampage by gunmen in Moscow that left at least 137 dead and rising fears about an Islamic State revival. How much is Joe Biden’s withdrawal from Afghanistan to blame, and what are the risks of an ISIS attack on Americans? Plus, the Biden Administration's differences with Israel grow over the war in Gaza.

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A $1.2 Trillion Budget Deal, and a Threat to Speaker Johnson

Fri, 22 Mar 2024 22:01:00 -0000

Speaker Mike Johnson passes a government funding bill, avoiding a shutdown or else another stopgap measure. But most Republicans vote no, and it passes with Democratic support. Claiming betrayal, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene files a motion to vacate the chair, saying Republicans should oust the conservative Johnson as they did his predecessor, Kevin McCarthy.

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Joe Biden Rolls Out His EV Mandate for America

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 19:36:00 -0000

The Environmental Protection Agency's new tailpipe emissions rules are a de facto mandate to make and sell electric cars and trucks that would force the phase-out of gas-powered vehicles. The costly, controversial and probably unworkable diktat will be a major political issue in the 2024 election campaign.

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The Texas Immigration Law Gets Blocked Again

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 20:01:00 -0000

Gov. Greg Abbott signed a law called S.B.4 to let Texas arrest border crossers and order them to leave the country. But after a strong hint from the Supreme Court, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals puts the law on hold for now. Plus, Bernie Sanders introduces a bill to create a 32-hour workweek, while a listener expresses reservations about the House bill on TikTok.

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Trump's $464 Million Bond and New York's Seizure Threat

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 19:31:00 -0000

Donald Trump's lawyers say he's unable to obtain a bond to guarantee the $464 million civil fraud judgment against him, in which case New York Attorney General Letitia James says she'll take his assets. What are his legal options? Plus, Democrats try to pick their Senate opponent in Ohio by meddling in the GOP's primary to help Bernie Moreno, a Trump-backed candidate.

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The Supreme Court Considers Social Media and Speech Restrictions

Mon, 18 Mar 2024 19:40:00 -0000

The Supreme Court heard the case of Murthy v. Missouri, which considers whether federal officials can pressure social-media sites to restrict posts they find to be either questionable or 'misinformation.' It could be a First Amendment landmark.

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Fani Willis Stays On Trump's Case/Schumer vs. Netanyahu

Fri, 15 Mar 2024 22:21:00 -0000

A judge rules that Fani Willis can continue to pursue her case against Donald Trump, but only if a deputy she was romantically involved with resigns. Has she compromised her underlying case? Plus, Elliot Kaufman discusses his recent reporting trip to Israel and Chuck Schumer’s wading into Israeli politics.

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Both Parties Go After Robert Hur's Report on Capitol Hill

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 19:31:00 -0000

Special counsel Robert Hur received criticism from both Democrats and Republicans when testifying on his report on Joe Biden's mishandling of classified documents. Did Democrats do a disservice to the President by focusing on Hur's observations about Biden's memory and fitness instead of the lack of an indictment? Plus, Joe Biden comes out against Nippon Steel's attempted purchase of U.S. Steel.

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The House Votes to Force a TikTok Sale

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 20:11:00 -0000

In a rare and overwhelming bipartisan vote, the House passed a bill to force ByteDance, the Chinese owner of TikTok, to sell the social-media site or it would be blocked in the U.S. Why did so many Republicans defy Donald Trump on the vote, and what will the Senate do?

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Joe Biden's 2025 Fantasy Budget

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 21:30:00 -0000

A few days after his State of the Union address, Joe Biden unveiled his 2025 budget proposal, which featured major tax increases and blowout spending on everything except national defense, even as threats compound across the globe. Does his plan have any chance of passing? Plus, Congress debates just how much of a risk the TikTok app on your phone is to national security.

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Biden and Netanyahu Clash Over Israel's Next Move

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 18:50:00 -0000

Joe Biden criticized Benjamin Netanyahu's strategy to defeat Hamas in his State of the Union address, then spoke of the 'red line' the Israeli Prime Minister will cross if Israel takes the city of Rafah. So is the president trying to appease the anti-Israel wing of his party, and what will he do if Netanyahu moves ahead anyway, as he says Israel will.

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President Biden’s Pugnacious State of the Union

Fri, 08 Mar 2024 22:34:00 -0000

The President delivers a very political address aimed at convincing voters that he isn't too old to beat Donald Trump or too weak to govern, if only Republicans would get out of the way. But while bringing up abortion and Roe v. Wade, immigration and the border, and democracy and Jan. 6, he didn't offer many bipartisan grace notes or propose an agenda that can pass Congress.

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The Stakes for Joe Biden’s State of the Union

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 21:57:00 -0000

As he gears up for a rematch against Donald Trump, the President is banking on a strong performance in his State of the Union Address to allay concerns about his age and unimpressive polling. His guest list suggests he'll highlight abortion rights, the importance of the NATO alliance, and student-debt relief. But he might also try to shift blame for inflation and the border crisis.

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After Super Tuesday, It's Biden vs. Trump Again

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 20:13:00 -0000

Donald Trump and Joe Biden rolled over the competition in the latest primaries, all but ensuring their nominations for President. How will the two compete for Nikki Haley's voters, who could decide the November race, after she dropped out on Wednesday?

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What Hunter Biden's Testimony Showed

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 20:17:00 -0000

The 229-page deposition transcript confirms many details, such as the identity of "the big guy," while Hunter nevertheless maintains that Joe Biden was not directly involved in his business dealings. Where does the House impeachment inquiry go next? Plus, is Super Tuesday the last stand for Nikki Haley's challenge to Donald Trump? And school choice is on the Texas ballot.

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The Supreme Court Returns Donald Trump to the Colorado Ballot

Mon, 04 Mar 2024 19:44:00 -0000

In a unanimous decision, the Supreme Court reinstated Donald Trump to the Colorado presidential ballot, stating that only Congress, and not the states, has the power to remove candidates seeking federal office. So what message does the 9-0 ruling send to those who support using 'lawfare' during the election process? Plus, Joe Biden gets even more bad news from the polls with Super Tuesday only a few days away.

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Dueling Border Trips for Joe Biden and Donald Trump

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 23:15:00 -0000

While visiting the U.S.-Mexico border on the same day, Biden and Trump each try to frame the immigration issue for the November election. Meantime, a federal judge blocks an effort by Texas to enforce its own immigration law. Plus, Congress manages to avert a government shutdown with short-term spending measures, as pressure rises on Speaker Mike Johnson over Ukraine aid.

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The Supreme Court Takes on Trump's Immunity Claim

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 21:47:00 -0000

The Supreme Court's decision to hear Donald Trump's appeal that he is immune from prosecution on election interference charges will push any trial close to the 2024 election or beyond. Why did the Justices take the case? Plus, Mitch McConnell says he'll step down from the Republican Senate leadership in November, leaving a legacy of remaking the federal judiciary, among other accomplishments.

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Michigan Voters Reveal Trump's and Biden's Perils

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 21:19:00 -0000

Donald Trump wins the GOP primary with two-thirds of the vote, while continuing to antagonize backers of Nikki Haley, who took 27%. Meantime, more than 100,000 Democrats cast ballots for "uncommitted," as Robert F. Kennedy Jr. nears ballot qualification in Georgia and Arizona. Plus, the Supreme Court debates whether the ATF can decree that "bump stocks" are machine guns.

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Facebook, Free Speech and the Supreme Court

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 22:20:00 -0000

The Justices hear two challenges to laws in Texas and Florida that restrict how social-media sites may engage in "content moderation." Do these laws merely regulate Big Tech's conduct toward users? Or, as the industry group NetChoice argues, do websites like Facebook and Twitter have a First Amendment right to editorial control over the content that they serve?

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Donald Trump Takes South Carolina but His Weaknesses Show

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 20:04:00 -0000

Trump easily beats Nikki Haley in the South Carolina primary, but many Haley voters say they won't vote for him in November. Will they change their minds in a race against Joe Biden? Plus, what's next for Haley, and could Michigan Democrats shock the Biden campaign in this week's primary by voting "uncommitted” to protest his Israel policy?

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James Biden and Tony Bobulinski Testify to the House

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 23:46:00 -0000

The impeachment inquiry of Joe Biden digs into business dealings by his family, as investigators interview his brother, James Biden, as well as Tony Bobulinski, a former associate of the President's son Hunter. Do Republicans have the evidence? Plus, the Supreme Court declines a case on racial admissions policies at Virginia's selective Thomas Jefferson High School.

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Russia Returns to the Middle of the U.S. Presidential Campaign

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 22:26:00 -0000

Donald Trump recently compared his criminal indictments to the plight of Alexei Navalny, who died in a Russian prison. Nikki Haley and Joe Biden both criticized the remark, as the candidates spar over U.S. policy toward the Kremlin and Ukraine. Plus, the Hunter Biden special counsel indicts FBI informant Alexander Smirnov for lying about information he provided about Hunter.

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Who's on Donald Trump's Short List for Vice President?

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 20:42:00 -0000

Trump suggests at a town hall that Tim Scott, Kristi Noem and Vivek Ramaswamy might be potential running mates, but who else is plausible? Plus, Joe Biden's age and fitness are debated again after another slight stumble on the Air Force One stairway, while thousands of Americans with student loans are getting an email from the President saying he is forgiving their debts.

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Haley Digs In, as a Judge Tells Trump to Pay $355 Million

Tue, 20 Feb 2024 22:17:00 -0000

Nikki Haley vows to stay in the 2024 GOP primary, though the polls say she's far behind in her home state of South Carolina. Plus, Donald Trump finally reacts to the death of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny in a prison run by Vladimir Putin, while also decrying the $355 million civil fraud verdict against him issued by New York Judge Arthur Engoron.

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A Mysterious National-Security Threat Roils Washington

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 22:37:00 -0000

Rep. Mike Turner, who leads the House Intelligence Committee, calls on the White House to release details on a classified threat, sparking speculation and a murky confirmation of a Russian anti-satellite weapon. Plus, Donald Trump's hush-money trial gets a court date, while Fani Willis is grilled about whether dating one of her prosecutors requires her disqualification.

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Ukraine Struggles as Its Weapons Supplies Shrink

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 22:26:00 -0000

As the second anniversary of Russia's invasion nears, Jillian Melchior reports from Kyiv on the war. Jillian says Ukrainians are determined to fight on, but their situation will be dire if the U.S. Congress fails to send more air defenses, artillery shells and other arms for the country's self-defense.

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The CBO's Big Warning About America's Debt

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 22:47:00 -0000

The Congressional Budget Office says the U.S. is set to add more than $20 trillion to the debt in the next decade, with interest payments surpassing spending on national defense. Plus, House Republicans impeach Alejandro Mayorkas, despite no prospect of Senate conviction, and the GOP loses a seat in Congress, as New Yorkers choose Tom Suozzi to replace George Santos.

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Will Speaker Johnson Block Aid to Ukraine and Israel?

Tue, 13 Feb 2024 21:37:00 -0000

The Senate passes a $95 billion bill with aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, which also could pass the House, if Speaker Mike Johnson would permit a vote. But he's back to complaining that it doesn't address the U.S.-Mexico border, as Democrats sign a discharge petition to bypass him. Plus, New Yorkers vote on Tom Suozzi or Mazi Pilip to replace George Santos in Congress.

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Democrats Fret About Robert Hur's Report on Joe Biden's Memory

Mon, 12 Feb 2024 22:06:00 -0000

The special counsel's report describing Joe Biden as a "well-meaning, elderly man with a poor memory” means Democrats can't ignore the issue of the President's age and mental frailty. Will anyone step forward to urge him not to run again? Plus, Donald Trump riles U.S. allies by suggesting he might not help a NATO ally against Russian aggression.

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The Report on Biden's Classified Document Stash

Fri, 09 Feb 2024 23:44:00 -0000

Special counsel Robert Hur finds evidence that Joe Biden "willfully retained and disclosed classified materials," but recommends no criminal charges, in part due to the President's memory lapses. Biden responds in a fiery press conference that raises more questions about his age. Plus, even the Supreme Court's liberal Justices sound skeptical about removing Donald Trump from the ballot.

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Republican Dysfunction on Display in the House and Senate

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 22:23:00 -0000

Senate Republicans defeated a border security bill they said they wanted, while House Republicans failed to pass a bill to help Israel fight Hamas and messed up the vote count as they tried to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. Is this a failure of leadership, or the result of narrow majorities, or is Donald Trump's influence to blame?

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The Supreme Court's Two Big Trump Appeals

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 21:33:00 -0000

Donald Trump is not immune from prosecution, a D.C. appeals court says, meaning his federal trial for trying to reverse the 2020 election might be back on the calendar. The ruling can be appealed to the Supreme Court, but do the Justices want to take it? Plus, the High Court will consider Colorado's decision to remove Trump from the ballot for "insurrection" under the 14th Amendment.

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Trump and Haley in Nevada, as Biden Wins South Carolina

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 22:32:00 -0000

Nevada is holding both a primary and a caucus this week, so will Donald Trump and Nikki Haley both try to claim victory? Meantime, Joe Biden sweeps South Carolina, but he declines a Super Bowl interview on CBS and gets confused about who's the president of France. Plus, listener questions on the argument by Texas that the border crisis is legally an "invasion."

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What's in the Senate Border Bill and Will It Pass?

Mon, 05 Feb 2024 21:14:00 -0000

The Senate's bipartisan border security bill negotiated by Oklahoma Sen. James Lankford is the most restrictive in decades. How does it change current law, would it limit migration, and how are the politics playing out on the right and left?

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The Scuffle Between Texas and the Border Patrol

Fri, 02 Feb 2024 23:18:00 -0000

Gov. Greg Abbott, citing a migrant "invasion," is installing concertina wire along the Rio Grande in Eagle Pass. But the Border Patrol keeps cutting the razor wire, and now the feds say they're completely being denied access to the border. Who will win this legal standoff? Plus, MAGA internet pundits and provocateurs say Taylor Swift is part of a secret plot to re-elect Joe Biden.

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The House GOP Passes a Tax Bill That Democrats Love

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 22:09:00 -0000

The House passed what is being heralded as a bipartisan deal on business tax breaks and expanding the child tax credit. But why did Republicans decide to repeal part of their 2017 tax reform? Plus, the border-security talks run into more political opposition even before the details are released.

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Regulators Blocked a Merger. Then the Layoffs Began

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 21:11:00 -0000

Amazon is a frequent target for Elizabeth Warren, among others, but after its acquisition of iRobot fell through, the Roomba maker said it was cutting its workforce by 31% and reducing R&D spending. Meantime, a judge stops a merger between JetBlue and Spirit Airlines, and Sen. Bernie Sanders demands that pharma CEOs testify before Congress to explain their pricing policies.

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The GOP Push to Impeach Alejandro Mayorkas

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 21:50:00 -0000

A House committee meets to consider impeachment articles against the Homeland Security Secretary for failures at the U.S.-Mexico border. But are these "high crimes and misdemeanors" that merit the first cabinet impeachment in nearly 150 years? Plus, Sen. James Lankford defends his coming border legislation, and the IRS leaker Charles Littlejohn gets five years in prison.

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How Will Joe Biden Respond to the Deadly Jordan Drone Attack?

Mon, 29 Jan 2024 19:54:00 -0000

Three Americans were killed in a drone attack on a U.S. base in Jordan, and Joe Biden has promised a response. But will the target list include Iran, whose proxy militias have been attacking U.S. ships and bases? Plus, Israeli intelligence exposes a link between United Nations Relief and Works Agency employees and the Oct. 7 Hamas massacre.

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The GOP's Prospects for Retaking the Senate in 2024

Fri, 26 Jan 2024 22:58:00 -0000

Senator Steve Daines, who's leading the Republican effort, sounds optimistic about the GOP's chances, with tossup races in Montana, Ohio and Arizona. But what if Republicans nominate candidates like Matt Rosendale and Kari Lake, both of whom have lost statewide races in the recent past? Plus, if Democrats hold the Senate, would they nuke the legislative filibuster?

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Joe Biden's Dilemma on Natural Gas Exports

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 22:17:00 -0000

The White House is stalling efforts to export more American liquefied natural gas (LNG) to U.S. allies. Given that LNG development is good for the economy, as well as for weaning Europe off of Russian energy, is this a political mistake for Biden, little more than a gesture to climate activists, akin to the controversy that killed the Keystone XL Pipeline?

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Donald Trump Wins New Hampshire, But Nikki Haley Exposes His Weaknesses

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 21:15:00 -0000

Donald Trump celebrated his win in the New Hampshire primary by again attacking Nikki Haley, while Haley stated her reasons for staying in the race, including Trump's record and age. Plus, Dean Phillips vows to continue his campaign for the Democratic nomination to prevent a Trump victory in November.

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Will Donald Trump Torpedo a Border Deal?

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 20:19:00 -0000

He says Republicans should pass legislation to secure the U.S.-Mexico border only if the bill is "perfect" and the GOP gets "everything." Could this attitude squander a real chance to improve immigration policy, given that at least some Democrats are eager to compromise as they try to save Joe Biden from a political mess? Plus, Speaker Mike Johnson helps to delay a possible shutdown until March.

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Nikki Haley Bids for an Upset in New Hampshire

Mon, 22 Jan 2024 20:02:00 -0000

Nikki Haley sharpens her criticism of Donald Trump, including his mental fitness, as she tries to rally Republicans and independents to win the New Hampshire primary. Plus, Democratic Rep. Dean Phillips hopes to put a scare in the Biden campaign in the Granite State, and what went wrong with Ron DeSantis's candicacy?

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John Kerry Blames EV Troubles on 'Disinformation'

Fri, 19 Jan 2024 23:31:00 -0000

The departing climate envoy claims companies are pulling back from electric vehicles because of a scare campaign. But with Hertz downsizing its Tesla fleet and Ford cutting production of its F-150 Lightning, does this explanation fly? Plus, the Supreme Court agrees to decide whether the Eighth Amendment includes a right to homeless encampments, in a case called City of Grants Pass v. Johnson.

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Donald Trump Calls for 'Unity' While Trashing Nikki Haley

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 21:31:00 -0000

The New Hampshire primary may be the best chance for Haley to beat Trump, and the former President is going all out to attack her, including a slap at her Indian Sikh name. How will Haley fight back? Plus, Ron DeSantis shifts his focus to South Carolina, and a bad bipartisan tax deal is floated on Capitol Hill.

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The Supreme Court Might Rein In the Administrative State

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 21:43:00 -0000

Who should decide the meaning of an "ambiguous" federal law, regulatory agencies or judges? That's the question the Justices are considering in a pair of cases that challenge a doctrine known as "Chevron deference," named after a 1984 precedent. What is the history of this kind of deference to the executive branch, and why do critics view it as constitutionally problematic?

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Donald Trump Rolls to Victory in Iowa

Tue, 16 Jan 2024 22:20:00 -0000

Despite low voter turnout and even lower temperatures outdoors, Donald Trump scored historic numbers in the Iowa caucuses, cementing his place as the Republican frontrunner to challenge Joe Biden. But as the contest moves to New Hampshire, Nikki Haley is in striking distance. Plus, Ron DeSantis bets on South Carolina after finishing second in Iowa, and Vivek Ramaswamy suspends his campaign.

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The U.S. Strikes an Iranian Proxy in Yemen

Fri, 12 Jan 2024 22:58:00 -0000

President Biden hits more than 60 targets in retaliation for dozens of Houthi attacks, including on commercial ships in the Red Sea. Will this send a strong enough message to the group's sponsors in Iran? Plus, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin reportedly had a hand in the Yemen strikes, just after causing controversy by failing to inform the White House of his hospitalization.

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Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis Finally Go Head-to-Head

Thu, 11 Jan 2024 22:52:00 -0000

While Donald Trump took the stage alone at a competing town hall, Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis debated one-on-one for the first time, days before the Iowa caucuses. But did their dueling barbs do more damage to their own campaigns than to the frontrunner? Plus, Chris Christie suspends his campaign before the New Hampshire primary, leaving questions about who will inherit his supporters and what his next political move might be.

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The Case of the Missing U.S. Defense Secretary

Wed, 10 Jan 2024 21:52:00 -0000

After Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin checked into a hospital last week, no one apparently informed President Biden or the White House, a breakdown of communication in Washington that is prompting calls for the Pentagon chief to resign. Plus, Hunter Biden makes a surprise appearance on Capitol Hill, as the House considers holding him in contempt for defying a subpoena.

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Can Speaker Mike Johnson Close a Spending Deal?

Tue, 09 Jan 2024 21:10:00 -0000

With parts of the federal government scheduled to run out of money next week, the new House Speaker makes an agreement with Democrats on a 2024 spending level. What's in this deal, which largely tracks the plan advanced last year by the ousted Speaker Kevin McCarthy? And can Johnson get Republicans on the same page, given opposition from the Freedom Caucus?

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Donald Trump's Criticism of Nikki Haley Intensifies

Mon, 08 Jan 2024 21:22:00 -0000

With a week to go before the Iowa caucuses, Donald Trump tries to stop Nikki Haley's rise. Plus, Joe Biden tries to frame the presidential campaign as a fight over the legacy of Jan. 6, 2021, and the future of democracy. Will it work against Trump?

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The GOP Primary Expectations Game

Fri, 05 Jan 2024 22:43:00 -0000

Donald Trump, Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis have all revved up their attacks as the political world counts down to the contests in Iowa and New Hampshire. Can Nikki Haley continue her climb and go head-to-head with Donald Trump? Can Ron DeSantis live up to the early promise of his campaign? Or has Donald Trump won the nomination before the race even started?

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Violence and Disorder Keep Spreading in the Middle East

Thu, 04 Jan 2024 22:09:00 -0000

More violence and disorder has broken out in the Middle East as ISIS takes responsibility for two bombings that killed dozens of people in Iran. Will Iran respond to the acts of terrorism and widen the war, and what could the U.S. and its allies do to prevent any escalation? Plus, Speaker Mike Johnson takes GOP members of the House to the border to pressure Joe Biden into reforming immigration policy.

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Claudine Gay Steps Down as Harvard's President

Wed, 03 Jan 2024 20:49:00 -0000

Amid twin scandals involving academic plagiarism and campus antisemitism after Oct. 7, Claudine Gay resigns as president of Harvard. Could this be a moment for the Ivy League, and academia broadly, to refocus itself on learning instead of activism? Plus, a study commissioned by the Pentagon dispels some myths about the alleged rise of extremism in the U.S. military.

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Maine Disqualifies Trump Under the 14th Amendment

Tue, 02 Jan 2024 22:23:00 -0000

A second state has removed Donald Trump from the 2024 ballot, after Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows rules that the Jan. 6 riot was an insurrection. Will the Supreme Court decide this question for good, as other states consider following the lead of Maine and Colorado? Plus, the House passes a bill to increase transparency on foreign money going to U.S. universities.

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What Were the Most Significant Stories of 2023?

Fri, 29 Dec 2023 15:49:00 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel and Kyle Peterson make their selections for the most significant stories of the year, including the Hunter Biden investigation, the indictments of Donald Trump, Kevin McCarthy's election to Speaker of the House and his eventual removal.

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Where Have All the Democrats Gone?

Thu, 28 Dec 2023 18:45:00 -0000

Paul Gigot interviews political scientist Ruy Teixeira on why Democrats have been losing working-class voters and what they can do about it as the U.S. enters a polarizing presidential election year.

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Why Shouldn't a Japanese Company Buy U.S. Steel?

Wed, 27 Dec 2023 23:06:00 -0000

The White House demands close scrutiny of a $14 billion acquisition by Japan's Nippon Steel, but is this merely political and union posturing? After all, Japan is a close ally, and the Pentagon only uses a fraction of annual U.S. steel production. Plus, the latest Census numbers show more Americans fleeing blue states, which could shake up the House after the 2030 census.

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A 4-3 Gerrymandering Ruling by the Wisconsin Supreme Court

Tue, 26 Dec 2023 22:11:00 -0000

The state Justices say that Wisconsin's legislative maps must be redrawn because they aren't contiguous. But previous rulings had upheld maps that connect municipal "islands," and the state Supreme Court now insists that remedial districts must be politically neutral as well. Is this really a Democratic power play, made possible by the election of liberal Justice Janet Protasiewicz?

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New Texas Laws Get Tough on the Border

Fri, 22 Dec 2023 22:09:00 -0000

Governor Greg Abbott signed new laws into legislation to tackle the crisis at the border, enabling police to arrest migrants crossing into the U.S. illegally. But will courts strike down these new laws, as happened when Arizona tried to handle the issue on the local level? And is this what happens when Congress can't make a deal to fix immigration policy?

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Politicians Drag the Supreme Court Into the Middle of the 2024 Election

Thu, 21 Dec 2023 21:45:00 -0000

The Colorado Supreme Court's ruling to disqualify Donald Trump from the state presidential ballot hands the U.S. Supreme Court some political dynamite. Will it issue a unanimous ruling as many are hoping for? And what about the other looming cases on what some call the Court's 'Trump docket' next year? Plus, the Senate leaves Washington without a deal on Ukraine aid and border security.

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Donald Trump's Controversial Colorado Disqualification

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 20:30:00 -0000

The Colorado Supreme Court rules to disqualify Donald Trump from appearing on the 2024 presidential primary ballot, citing the 14th Amendment. How will the Supreme Court rule on this when it likely ends up in front of the Justices? Plus, even Donald Trump's rivals for the nomination are criticizing the decision, though they'd benefit from the former president's removal from the contest.

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Congress Tries to Prevent Trump From Quitting NATO

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 21:25:00 -0000

The annual defense bill includes a bipartisan provision saying that the President may not withdraw from the NATO alliance without Senate approval. This looks like Congress's insurance policy in case Donald Trump wins a second term in 2024, but can the legislative power of the purse really keep the U.S. in a military alliance against the will of the commander in chief?

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The Trial of Jimmy Lai Begins in Hong Kong

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 21:18:00 -0000

The world is watching as newspaper publisher Jimmy Lai faces charges of collusion with foreign forces, which carries a life sentence. Hong Kong and China are more on trial than Mr. Lai is. Plus, Houthi forces attack commercial vessels in the Red Sea to disrupt global trade routes, with all signs pointing to involvement from Iran.

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The Debate on Fixing Section 702 Surveillance

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 22:47:00 -0000

When the government monitors foreigners outside the U.S. to protect national security, that information goes into a database that can be searched later, including for Americans. With Section 702 authority about to expire, some Republicans want to add a warrant requirement for queries on U.S. persons, while others are focused on better oversight and accountability for abuses.

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Did the Fed Signal That Its Inflation Fight Is Over?

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 22:13:00 -0000

Stock and bond prices soared after the Federal Reserve suggested that interest-rates cuts could begin as early as the spring. What would that mean for how voters view the economy and Joe Biden’s prospects in 2024? Plus, the global climate conference in Dubai announces an agreement to transition from fossil fuels. Does it matter?

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Hunter Biden Defies Congress Before the Impeachment Inquiry Vote

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 21:34:00 -0000

As the House prepared to vote on opening a formal impeachment inquiry into Joe Biden, Hunter Biden stood in front of the Capitol and refused to testify behind closed doors. Will the President's son face contempt charges, or will he get the public hearing he's demanding? Plus, the New York Court of Appeals orders a new congressional map, putting GOP seats, and the GOP House majority, in jeopardy.

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Volodymyr Zelensky Makes His Aid Case

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 20:18:00 -0000

Volodymyr Zelensky came to Washington, D.C. to try to persuade Congress to give Ukraine the aid it urgently needs to defeat Russia. Will his visit break the stalemate that's holding up the deal? Plus, will Joe Biden make the "compromises" he says he will make on border security in order to make a Ukraine package happen?

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The Intellectual Corruption at U.S. Universities Comes Into Public View

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 21:49:00 -0000

The moral equivocation by three university presidents before Congress about antisemitism has revealed a deeper problem of political conformity and illiberal values on campus. Are DEI policies part of the problem?

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Hunter Biden Gets Indicted on Tax Felonies

Fri, 08 Dec 2023 22:57:00 -0000

The President's son says the new charges are a political effort to get at Joe Biden, but does the indictment instead vindicate critics of the previous plea deal cut by prosecutor David Weiss? Plus, former Speaker Kevin McCarthy and onetime Acting Speaker Patrick McHenry are leaving Congress, as Speaker Mike Johnson tries to wrangle his small and fractious GOP majority.

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The Fourth GOP Debate Takes On Donald Trump

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 22:21:00 -0000

As the former President skips another Republican debate, his rivals go after his age, his record, and his fitness for office. But did Nikki Haley, Ron DeSantis or Chris Christie say anything that will change the polling as the Iowa caucus nears? Plus, the Senate fails to pass a bill with Ukraine and Israel aid, but why won't Joe Biden help by cutting a deal on immigration and the border?

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House Republicans and the Biden Impeachment Inquiry

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 19:32:00 -0000

Speaker Mike Johnson suggests he might soon hold a vote on the House's impeachment inquiry of Joe Biden and Hunter Biden’s business dealings. What is that latest evidence from Rep. James Comer's Oversight Committee? Plus, the fourth GOP presidential debate draws Nikki Haley, Ron DeSantis, Chris Christie and Vivek Ramaswamy, but Donald Trump is again a no show.

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How Government Unions Power Democratic Politics

Tue, 05 Dec 2023 22:30:00 -0000

A new report says four public unions spent $700 million on politics in the 2021-22 election cycle, tilted toward Democrats and their causes. But when unions collectively bargain with the politicians they help elect, who speaks up for the taxpayer? Plus, a lawsuit challenges Wisconsin's landmark Act 10 union reform, aiming to overturn it at the liberal state Supreme Court.

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Washington Struggles to Make a Deal on Immigration, Israel and Ukraine

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 21:42:00 -0000

Joe Biden is looking to send more financial aid to Ukraine and Israel to assist in the conflicts those nations are facing against Russia and Hamas, but Republicans want funding for immigration reform as part of the deal. Why is it so hard for Congress to come up with a bipartisan deal that satisfies all parties, or are Democrats and Republicans looking for someone to blame if they can't come to an agreement?

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The Debate Between Ron DeSantis and Gavin Newsom

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 23:38:00 -0000

Two governors, a Florida Republican and a California Democrat, go head to head on which model of governance is right for America. Might DeSantis's performance help his 2024 candidacy, and is Newsom running a shadow presidential campaign, despite his denials? Plus, the House expels indicted New York Rep. George Santos, but what precedent does this set in a polarized age?

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The Legacy of Henry Kissinger

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 21:36:00 -0000

The statesman and former Secretary of State dies at age 100. Journal editors who knew him discuss his impact on U.S. foreign policy while serving President Richard Nixon and Gerald Ford, and and unofficially advising every President since. Plus, the Senate wrestles over how to tie immigration funding and aid to Ukraine into one bipartisan bill.

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Car Dealers Push Back on Joe Biden's EV Mandates

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 19:17:00 -0000

Nearly 4,000 auto dealerships sign a letter urging President Biden to "tap the brakes" on his "unrealistic" targets for electric vehicles. "Customers are simply not ready to make the change," they write, pointing to high EV prices and unreliable charging stations. Plus, Ron DeSantis and Nikki Haley get big endorsements as each tries to be the GOP's 2024 alternative to Donald Trump.

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George Jarkesy's Case for the Seventh Amendment

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 20:58:00 -0000

The Supreme Court considers the constitutional right to trial by jury, in a case that involves a $300,000 fine issued via an administrative process at the Securities and Exchange Commission, or SEC. How much could the Justices' decision affect America's sprawling regulatory state, and is there a critical distinction between a citizen's private rights and his so-called public rights?

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The Israel-Hamas Truce Gets a Two-Day Extension

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 18:57:00 -0000

Hamas agrees to release more hostages as its pause in fighting with Israel is extended beyond its four-day beginning. The pause offers a terrible dilemma for Israel, which must choose between saving more hostage lives and perhaps compromising its war aims against the terror group. Meanwhile, pressure builds for a permanent cease-fire, and Democrats look to put conditions on future aid to Israel.

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Will Presidential Debates Fall Through in 2024?

Fri, 24 Nov 2023 13:56:00 -0000

The Commission on Presidential Debates announces its dates and venues for 2024, but the GOP has already voted not to participate, Joe Biden might be looking for an escape, and what if Robert F. Kennedy Jr. makes the cut? Plus, Democrats go after the Spanish-language TV network Univision for an interview of Donald Trump that they say was too soft by journalist Enrique Acevedo.

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Israel, Hamas, a Hostage Deal and a Four-Day Pause

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 22:44:00 -0000

Under the terms of the agreement, Hamas will return 50 captives, while Israel will free 150 Palestinian prisoners and pause fighting for four days. But Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed that the effort to root out Hamas terrorists is not over. Plus, Joe Biden faces a backlash to his Israel policy from bureaucrats in Washington's deep state.

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The Republicans Pushing a Carbon Tariff

Tue, 21 Nov 2023 22:45:00 -0000

Sens. Bill Cassidy and Lindsey Graham back the Foreign Pollution Fee Act, which would tax imports from China and other countries with higher carbon emissions than the U.S., but is this protectionist interference in the economy? Plus, Major League Baseball gives Atlanta the 2025 All-Star Game, though Commissioner Rob Manfred doesn't say sorry for pulling the 2021 event over the state's election law.

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A Brash Libertarian Outsider Is Elected President of Argentina

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 21:00:00 -0000

Amid an economic crisis and crippling inflation, voters in Argentina elected Congressman Javier Milei as their new President. He promises an agenda of smaller government and "freedom," but does he have the political skills to pull it off in the long-misruled country?

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School-Choice Setbacks in Illinois and Texas

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 23:15:00 -0000

About 10,000 low-income Illinois students get scholarships through a program called Invest in Kids, but it's now set to sunset after inaction by Democrats in the Legislature, as well as Gov. J.B. Pritzker. Meantime, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott keeps pressing state lawmakers there to pass his bill to create universal Education Savings Accounts, or ESAs, as rural Republicans balk.

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Joe Biden and Xi Jinping Try to Calm Tensions

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 20:43:00 -0000

The U.S. and Chinese Presidents meet in California and agree to reduce fentanyl production and renew military-to-military communications. But will the meeting overcome underlying disagreements? Plus, American CEOs look bad when they give President Xi a standing ovation, and Congressman George Santos chooses not to seek re-election after a critical report by the House Ethics Committee.

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Speaker Mike Johnson's Bill to Stop a Government Shutdown

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 21:55:00 -0000

The House passes legislation to fund the federal government through early 2024, but Speaker Mike Johnson is forced to rely on Democratic votes. This same move prompted a Republican revolt against his predecessor, Speaker Kevin McCarthy, but will the GOP's chaos caucus give Johnson more leeway, and is avoiding a holiday omnibus spending bill a kind of victory on its own?

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The Supreme Court's Ethics Code Won't Satisfy Detractors

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 21:35:00 -0000

All nine Justices sign a code of conduct setting out the ethics rules they follow, but Democrats such as Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse say it needs outside enforcement. Plus, Donald Trump proposes that in a second term he'd launch a free online university, called the American Academy, to grant bachelor's degrees and use the federal government to compete with existing colleges.

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The 2024 GOP Field Shrinks Again as Tim Scott Bows Out

Mon, 13 Nov 2023 21:57:00 -0000

Sen. Tim Scott suspends his campaign for President. Why didn't his message resonate more with voters and could he join a ticket as Vice President? Plus, angst grows among Democrats over Joe Biden's age, a challenge by Rep. Dean Phillips, and a possible third-party campaign by Sen. Joe Manchin.

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The Supreme Court's Big New Second Amendment Case

Fri, 10 Nov 2023 22:36:00 -0000

The Justices hear arguments in U.S. v. Rahimi, a dispute over whether the federal government can ban gun possession by people under certain civil restraining orders for domestic violence. Plus, West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin says he won't run for re-election but will aim to build a movement to "mobilize the middle," leading to speculation about a third-party run for president.

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Foreign Policy, Abortion and Social Security Differences Were on Display at the Third GOP Debate

Thu, 09 Nov 2023 21:37:00 -0000

Five GOP hopefuls for the White House in 2024 took the stage in Miami, once again without frontrunner Donald Trump. Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis stood out from the pack. Plus, Mr. DeSantis points to Election Day 2023 as a sign that the GOP is "tired of losing," but were the results as bad as they are being portrayed?

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Republicans Fall Short on Election Day 2023

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 21:15:00 -0000

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin ends up with a Democratic Legislature, voters in Kentucky re-elect Gov. Andy Beshear over the GOP's Daniel Cameron, and Ohio enshrines abortion in its state constitution. Does the success of Joe Biden's party buoy his prospects for 2024, and how will Nikki Haley, Ron DeSantis and company react at the coming Republican debate in Miami?

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Will Virginia Turn Red? And Other Elections to Watch

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 21:52:00 -0000

As voters go to the polls this election day, they will answer some big questions: Can Gov. Glenn Youngkin carry Republicans to full control of the Virginia Legislature, perhaps paving the way for a White House bid? Will the gubernatorial races in Kentucky and Mississippi end up as close as polls suggest? And could an abortion ballot measure in Ohio be a bellwether for 2024?

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Joe Biden Gets Bad Re-Election News From Swing States

Mon, 06 Nov 2023 19:38:00 -0000

A new poll shows Joe Biden is losing to Donald Trump in five of the six battleground states that could decide the 2024 election. Plus, Ron DeSantis gets a key endorsement, pro-Israel Democrats' criticism of Rep. Rashida Tlaib exposes a major party rift, and Donald Trump testifies in his New York fraud trial.

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Sen. Tommy Tuberville's Military Promotions Blockade

Fri, 03 Nov 2023 22:01:00 -0000

To protest a Pentagon policy of covering leave and travel for service members seeking abortions, the Alabama Senator has stalled hundreds of military promotions. Is this the right tactic, or does it risk undermining readiness at a dangerous moment in world affairs? Plus, law firms send a message to deans that the anti-Semitic rhetoric on campuses lately isn't tolerable.

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How Nikki Haley Gained Ground on Her GOP Rivals

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 20:36:00 -0000

While Donald Trump remains the frontrunner for the GOP nomination in 2024, Nikki Haley has surged in recent weeks to second place in Iowa and New Hampshire. Can she keep the momentum going and emerge as the main alternative to Trump?

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Congress's Debate on U.S. Aid to Israel and Ukraine

Wed, 01 Nov 2023 19:47:00 -0000

Speaker Mike Johnson unveils a $14 billion bill for Israel, paid for by rescinding funds from the IRS. But the White House has threatened that Joe Biden would veto it, and GOP Senate Leader Mitch McConnell has called for combined legislation that also includes funding for Ukraine, as well as border security. Do advocates of Israel and Ukraine have a path through this legislative thicket?

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What the UAW Won From Detroit Auto Makers

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 18:55:00 -0000

Tentative deals with Ford, Stellantis and General Motors have ended a lengthy strike, with United Auto Workers leader Shawn Fain claiming a historic victory for labor. But will that make Detroit uncompetitive against auto makers in right-to-work states, particularly as they lose money on electric vehicles? Plus, the Tax Foundation publishes a new ranking of state business climates.

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Mike Pence Drops Out of 2024. Will Others Follow?

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 20:27:00 -0000

The former Vice President's past with Donald Trump proved too much of a distraction from his message of classic conservatism, and he hadn't qualified for next week's GOP presidential debate. But as Nikki Haley surges, is further Republican consolidation coming? Plus, the Supreme Court is set to hear two cases on whether public officials may block constituents on social media.

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Dean Phillips's Democratic Challenge to Joe Biden

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 22:07:00 -0000

The President's sagging poll numbers finally lure a Democratic primary opponent, as Minnesota Rep. Dean Phillips files for the ballot in New Hampshire. But is Biden as weak as Phillips seems to think, and where do the two men disagree on substance? Plus, Jenna Ellis becomes the third attorney tied to Donald Trump to plead guilty in the Georgia 2020 election case.

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The Economy Booms in the Third Quarter and Ford Pays Dearly for Labor Peace

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 21:28:00 -0000

The U.S. economy grew a robust 4.9% in the third quarter, but how long can this keep going amid higher interest rates? Plus, the United Auto Workers union makes a deal with Ford to go back to work, putting pressure on other auto manufacturers to come to an agreement.

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Mike Johnson is the GOP's New Speaker of the House

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 21:44:00 -0000

Three weeks after a Republican revolt deposed former Speaker Kevin McCarthy, House Republicans finally find a consensus replacement, Rep. Mike Johnson of Louisiana. Who is he, how did he get the job, and will he prove able to govern, as the House faces another funding deadline to prevent a government shutdown, amid bipartisan calls for military aid to Israel and Ukraine?

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The Deeper Story in the FBI's Crime Data

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 20:40:00 -0000

Violent crime dropped 1.7% nationwide in 2022, the headlines say, but not all states are doing the same. In California such offenses are up 13% since 2019, while in Florida they're down 32%. What do these numbers say about the way that Gov. Gavin Newsom and Gov. Ron DeSantis are handling public safety, especially since the two presidential aspirants have agreed to debate?

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Ron DeSantis Spars with Nikki Haley on Foreign Policy

Mon, 23 Oct 2023 18:58:00 -0000

As world troubles grow, Nikki Haley has been gaining support in the GOP presidential polls. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is fighting back, but Barton Swaim says he is clearly more comfortable on domestic issues. Plus, Kim Strassel talks about the latest candidates for Speaker of the House.

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Joe Biden's Aid Package for Israel and Ukraine

Fri, 20 Oct 2023 21:47:00 -0000

In an Oval Office address, President Biden makes the case that supporting Israel against Hamas, as well as Ukraine against Russia, is in America's national interest, while calling for more security assistance from Congress. Plus, House Republicans are back to square one, after Jim Jordan's bid to be Speaker fails a third time on the floor, with more votes turning against him.

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Glenn Youngkin's Pitch to Paint Virginia Red

Thu, 19 Oct 2023 21:58:00 -0000

Three weeks remain until Virginia's statehouse elections, and if Republicans take full control of Richmond, they can pass a broad legislative agenda, including repealing the state's mandate for electric vehicles, or EVs. Could a GOP win also propel Gov. Youngkin into the 2024 presidential race? Plus, another day without a Speaker of the House, after Jim Jordan can't find the votes.

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Joe Biden Says Israel Didn't Strike a Gaza Hospital

Wed, 18 Oct 2023 21:37:00 -0000

President Biden lands in Israel, meets with Benjamin Netanyahu, and says that the U.S. believes an explosion at a Gaza hospital was an errant missile from a Palestinian terrorist group. Plus, Jim Jordan fails to win a second vote for Speaker of the House, leaving Republicans looking for alternatives, including an expanded role for Speaker Pro Tempore Patrick McHenry.

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Donald Trump's Gag Order / Jim Jordan Loses Round One

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 21:15:00 -0000

Federal Judge Tanya Chutkan issues a gag order to stop Donald Trump from disparaging prosecutors and witnesses, but will that hold up on appeal, and does it play into his 2024 campaign of grievances? Plus, Ohio Rep. Jim Jordan fails to be elected Speaker of the House on the first ballot, amid lingering hard feelings in the GOP about the treatment of Kevin McCarthy and Steve Scalise.

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Can Joe Biden Deter Iran and Its Proxies From Escalating the War Against Israel?

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 20:26:00 -0000

The U.S. President expresses firm support for Israel as it prepares for its ground campaign targeting Hamas in Gaza. But will that support hold if there are civilian casualties? Plus, GOP Rep. Jim Jordan spent the weekend trying to find 217 votes to become the next House Speaker. Will he get there?

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The Latest on the Hamas-Israel War, as a Ground Attack on Gaza Nears

Fri, 13 Oct 2023 19:59:00 -0000

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin visits Israel to affirm U.S. support and send a message to countries like Iran. But can the U.S. handle the two military campaigns in Israel and Ukraine simultaneously? Plus, Donald Trump bumbles into the crisis with an attack on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and a declaration that the Hezbollah militia is "smart."

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Paul Gigot interviews Mark Dubowitz on Israel, Hamas and Iran

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 21:35:00 -0000

On this episode of the Potomac Watch podcast, CEO of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies Mark Dubowitz talks about how Israel underestimated Hamas, the impact of a potential second front opening in Israel's north, and the central role played by Iran. Will President Biden now change his Iran policy?

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The Supreme Court's Latest Racial Gerrymandering Case

Wed, 11 Oct 2023 21:39:00 -0000

South Carolina lawmakers say they drew the state's new House map using political data alone, but the local NAACP claims the First District is a racial gerrymander. Plus, Kari Lake drops her "Stop the Steal" act as she announces a 2024 run for Senate in Arizona, but have voters who rejected her last year already forgotten?

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Joe Biden Says the U.S. Stands With Israel Against 'Sheer Evil'

Tue, 10 Oct 2023 21:50:00 -0000

Hamas's terrorism has left hundreds dead, including 14 Americans, President Biden says, with other U.S. citizens taken to Gaza as hostages. The U.S. is sending ammunition to Israel, while directing the USS Gerald R. Ford carrier to the region, but will this wake up Washington, including leaderless House Republicans?

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Hamas' Surprise Attack Pushes Israel to War

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 20:02:00 -0000

For the first time in 50 years, Israel has declared war in response to Hamas' shocking attacks, including killing hundreds of citizens and taking civilian hostages. So what will be the response from Joe Biden and the United States? Plus, how deep is Iran's role in the conflict?

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Joe Biden Says He Can't Stop 20 Miles of Border Wall

Fri, 06 Oct 2023 21:22:00 -0000

New Yorkers like Kathy Hochul and Eric Adams keep crying for help on the migrant flow, as President Biden says a 2019 appropriation gives his administration no choice but to build 20 miles of barrier in Texas. Plus, Jim Jordan and Steve Scalise jockey for Speaker of the House, as Donald Trump injects himself into the story.

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Two Worthy Cases at the Supreme Court This Week

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 21:14:00 -0000

The Justices begin their new term by reviewing whether the unaccountable funding mechanism used by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, or CFPB, is also unconstitutional. Plus, does a "tester" plaintiff under the Americans with Disabilities Act, or ADA, have standing to sue hotels and inns that she never plans to visit?

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The Unprecedented Coup Against Speaker Kevin McCarthy

Wed, 04 Oct 2023 19:42:00 -0000

Eight GOP rebels join 208 Democrats to oust the Republican leader, sending the House into disarray. Was this motivated by policy as the malcontents claim, or was it personal as Mr. McCarthy says? Plus, can the GOP unite enough to elect a successor and govern?

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Opening Arguments in Donald Trump's New York Fraud Trial

Tue, 03 Oct 2023 20:55:00 -0000

The civil case against Trump alleges that he gave bankers misleading financial information, including by inflating the square footage of his Trump Tower triplex and the values of his golf clubs. Judge Arthur Engoron has already granted the state a partial victory, yet hanging over it all is the fact that Attorney General Letitia James campaigned on going after the Trump Organization, a corrosive abuse of prosecutorial power.

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GOP Rebels Plot to Oust Kevin McCarthy

Mon, 02 Oct 2023 20:25:00 -0000

Led by Rep. Matt Gaetz, a group of Republican backbenchers plot to remove Kevin McCarthy as House Speaker. But apart from the power play, it isn't clear what they hope to accomplish. And what happens if they succeed?

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The FTC vs. Amazon / The House Shutdown Fiasco

Fri, 29 Sep 2023 21:59:00 -0000

The Federal Trade Commission under Lina Khan sues Amazon for "monopolistic practices," but is the online retailer actually a monopoly, given its competition from brick-and-mortar stores, and is its behavior anticompetitive in a way that harms consumers? Plus, the House fails to pass a stopgap funding bill, setting up a possible government shutdown, as the Biden Administration prepares to close national parks.

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A Second Republican Presidential Debate Without Donald Trump

Thu, 28 Sep 2023 21:45:00 -0000

Seven GOP candidates debated at the Reagan library to see who can emerge as the main alternative to the former President, who has a big lead in the polls. Did anyone come out ahead?

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Biden, Trump, the UAW and the GOP Debate

Wed, 27 Sep 2023 19:51:00 -0000

Joe Biden makes history by joining a United Auto Workers picket line, as Donald Trump plans a speech in Michigan in lieu of joining the 2024 Republican debate at the Reagan library. Plus, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau wants to erase medical debt from credit reports, as the CFPB's funding goes to the Supreme Court.

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School Choice Wins Big in North Carolina. Is Texas Next?

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 20:55:00 -0000

A veto-proof GOP Legislature passes a universal voucher program, steamrolling Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper. Next up, Texas, as Gov. Greg Abbott calls a school-choice special session? Plus, another study shows charter successes, as Chicago Teachers Union President Stacy Davis Gates sends her son to a private school.

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Sen. Robert Menendez Says He Will Be Exonerated

Mon, 25 Sep 2023 20:21:00 -0000

New Jersey Sen. Robert Menendez says he'll be exonerated of corruption charges, so why are his fellow Democrats calling on him to resign? Plus, two new polls deliver bad news about Joe Biden's chances for re-election.

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Another Border Surge, as Biden Lets Venezuelan Migrants Work

Fri, 22 Sep 2023 23:51:00 -0000

With the summer heat waning, migrant crossings at the southern border are again nearing records. Meantime, President Biden grants temporary protected status, or TPS, to about 500,000 Venezuelans, which will allow them to work in the U.S. Plus, Nikki Haley unveils an economic plan that includes raising the retirement age.

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Why Won't Donald Trump Show Up to Debate?

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 22:58:00 -0000

The second Republican debate is scheduled next week, but Donald Trump will instead give a speech to union workers in Detroit. Does he not think voters deserve to hear his positions on abortion, Ukraine, his electability, and more? Plus, a new poll in New Hampshire puts Ron DeSantis in fifth place, as the GOP field fractures.

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Tim Scott's Economic Vision and More GOP Plans

Wed, 20 Sep 2023 21:00:00 -0000

Assessing the latest Republican platform planks, starting with Tim Scott's economic agenda, which tackles spending, welfare reform, tax cuts and more. Plus, Ron DeSantis calls for the U.S. to achieve "energy dominance," Mike Pence gets tough on China, and Nikki Haley promises a plan to save America from Bidenomics.

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Kevin McCarthy's Push to Avert a Government Shutdown

Tue, 19 Sep 2023 20:04:00 -0000

With 12 days left before government funding expires, the House GOP is again tactically divided. What do the dissenting Republicans want, and why do some believe they'd win a shutdown? Plus, Speaker Kevin McCarthy dares his critics to try to oust him with a motion to vacate, because who could replace him remains a mystery.

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Ken Paxton's Acquittal Reveals a Republican Rift in Texas

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 19:53:00 -0000

Ken Paxton's impeachment trial ended in a full acquittal for the Texas Attorney General, exposing the problems of states ruled by one political party, as well as a split in the Texas Republican Party that resonates nationally. Plus, Donald Trump opposes a six-week ban on abortion but says he'd be open to a cognitive test for presidential candidates.

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The UAW Strike / Hunter Biden's Gun Charges

Fri, 15 Sep 2023 22:29:00 -0000

United Auto Workers go on strike at Ford, General Motors and Stellantis factories, as Joe Biden takes their side. Are their demands reasonable, and what role is the transition to electric vehicles playing? Plus, Hunter Biden is indicted on three gun felonies, but where is special counsel David Weiss going on the tax investigation?

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Kevin McCarthy Launches a Biden Impeachment Inquiry

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 21:51:00 -0000

House Republicans begin an impeachment inquiry to examine the extent of President Biden's involvement in his son Hunter's business dealings. What evidence are they looking for, and has impeachment been defined down? Plus, the emergency gun ban declared by New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham is blocked in court.

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Paul Gigot Interviews Thomas Sowell on 'Social Justice Fallacies'

Wed, 13 Sep 2023 20:29:00 -0000

The Wall Street Journal's Potomac Watch podcast features author Thomas Sowell, whose new book dissects the misconceptions that distort public understanding about differences among individuals and racial and other groups. And why do so many intellectuals fall for the 'chess piece fallacy' about human behavior?

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The Feds, Facebook and the First Amendment

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 21:32:00 -0000

The Fifth Circuit appeals court says federal officials, including in the White House, coerced social-media companies to take down more posts. Is this going to the Supreme Court? Plus, New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham uses an emergency order to ban firearm carry in Albuquerque and Bernalillo County, but local police won't enforce it.

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Democrats Worry About Joe Biden for 2024

Mon, 11 Sep 2023 21:01:00 -0000

The anxiety is growing louder as Democrats look at polls showing that three quarters of all voters think President Biden is too old to run for a second term. Revelations about Hunter Biden and the family business don't help, and Vice President Kamala Harris could also weigh down the ticket. Democrats are counting on Donald Trump to rescue them as the Republican nominee.

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Eric Adams Says the Migrant Crisis Will 'Destroy' New York

Fri, 08 Sep 2023 22:49:00 -0000

At a town hall in Manhattan, Mayor Eric Adams says that the city lacks the resources to care for the thousands of migrants arriving each month, but he blames Texas Gov. Greg Abbott instead of his fellow Democrats, including Joe Biden's border policies. Plus, the impeachment trial begins for Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton.

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Mike Pence Champions Conservatism Over Populism

Thu, 07 Sep 2023 19:44:00 -0000

The former Vice President takes aim at Donald Trump by saying populism without conservative principles is "Republicans in name only" and will ruin the GOP. Plus, Bernie Sanders goes all in on his support for Joe Biden, and Mitch McConnell says he's staying as the GOP's Senate leader.

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Chris Christie on Ukraine, Trade and His Path to the White House

Wed, 06 Sep 2023 18:52:00 -0000

On this episode of the Potomac Watch podcast, Paul Gigot sits down with 2024 presidential candidate and former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie about where Ron DeSantis and Vivek Ramaswamy are wrong on Ukraine, how he would handle trade policy with China, and why he's focusing on New Hampshire and not Iowa to win the nomination in 2024.

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Does the 14th Amendment Disqualify Donald Trump?

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 19:04:00 -0000

A legal argument now gaining attention is that Donald Trump can't serve again as president, because the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol counts as an "insurrection" under the 14th Amendment, which barred Confederates from office after the Civil War. Plus, a new WSJ poll shows Trump's support in the GOP primary rising to 59%.

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Ron DeSantis, Hurricane Idalia and 2024

Fri, 01 Sep 2023 22:30:00 -0000

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis's presidential campaign is on pause for Hurricane Idalia, but he's displaying the no-nonsense leadership that has put him in second place behind Donald Trump. Plus, Vivek Ramaswamy does a subtle shift on Taiwan, and Miami Mayor Francis Suarez drops out after missing the GOP debate stage.

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Joe Biden's Email Pseudonyms

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 19:52:00 -0000

While Vice President, Joe Biden maintained several email accounts under pseudonyms, some of which were used to conduct government business, as well as correspondence with his son, Hunter Biden. Why? Plus, concerns about Mitch McConnell and the future of the GOP Senate leadership arise after the Senate Minority Leader freezes in front of cameras for the second time in recent weeks.

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Joe Biden's Price Controls on Prescription Drugs

Wed, 30 Aug 2023 19:56:00 -0000

The president announces the first 10 drugs for which the government will "negotiate" prices under the Inflation Reduction Act. What will this do to the incentive to develop new cures and launch generic alternatives? Plus, the plan faces legal challenges over whether the threatened penalty of a 1,900% tax is constitutional.

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The Supreme Court's Next Racial Admissions Case?

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 19:11:00 -0000

Virginia parents ask the Justices to strike down new admissions rules at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology, which they say are intended to block Asian students. Plus, listener emails on Mike Pence, a 2024 rematch between Joe Biden and Donald Trump, and Trump's plan for a 10% universal tariff.

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Donald Trump's Pre-Super Tuesday Court Date

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 19:16:00 -0000

A federal judge set March 4, 2024, as the date for Donald Trump's federal trial for election interference, one day before voters go to the polls on Super Tuesday. How much time will the GOP frontrunner be spending in court and not on the campaign trail? Plus, the polls since last week's GOP presidential debate show gains for some of Trump's competitors.

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Trump's Plan for 10% Tariffs on Everything

Fri, 25 Aug 2023 22:30:00 -0000

President Trump says he wants universal tariffs on imports to the U.S., an enormous new tax on American consumers that also would provoke retaliation, which is one reason his last trade war failed. Plus, Joe Biden holds a summit at Camp David with the leaders of Japan and South Korea, a good step in countering China.

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Did a Trump Challenger Emerge From the GOP Debate?

Thu, 24 Aug 2023 22:08:00 -0000

Candidates Nikki Haley and Mike Pence took advantage of Donald Trump's absence and turned in impressive performances in Milwaukee, but did Ron DeSantis get the breakout moment he needed? Plus, though Donald Trump did not appear on the debate stage, questions about his indictment and his fitness for office loomed large over the contest.

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Joe Biden's Visit to the Maui Wildfires Site

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 21:57:00 -0000

During a visit to Hawaii, Joe Biden tries to connect by bringing up an old fire at his Delaware house. Are visits to disaster sites a political no-win, even when the president doesn't veer off script? Do renewable energy mandates compete with spending on wildfire safety? Plus, the panel previews the first GOP presidential debate.

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Hunter Biden Played Hardball With David Weiss

Tue, 22 Aug 2023 20:11:00 -0000

Leaked correspondence from Hunter Biden's attorneys, particularly a threat to call Joe Biden to testify at trial, shows the pressure federal prosecutors were under not to bring a serious case. Can special counsel David Weiss credibly keep his job, given his involvement in this fiasco? Plus, listeners write in on the Hunter inquiry.

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Donald Trump Says He'll Skip the First GOP Debate

Mon, 21 Aug 2023 21:13:00 -0000

The former President says his lead in the polls means he can duck the first Republican presidential debate on Wednesday. But his absence may give another candidate or two a chance to shine.

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A Breakout for School Choice?/Trump's Debate Strategy

Fri, 18 Aug 2023 23:42:00 -0000

As children return to the classroom this fall, states are reporting record demand for school-choice programs, though teachers unions keep throwing up roadblocks. Plus, Donald Trump strongly hints he will skip next week's Republican debate, while a political consultancy publicly airs its advice for Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.

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The Political Fight Over the Inflation Reduction Act

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 19:46:00 -0000

President Biden and Democrats celebrated the first anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act this week, touting green jobs and electric vehicles. But is the multi-trillion-dollar spending bill a winner politically, especially for swing state Senators running for re-election?

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Will Donald Trump Show Up to the GOP Debate?

Wed, 16 Aug 2023 20:10:00 -0000

Mike Pence unveils a plan to end the Education Department, and Chris Christie leaps over Ron DeSantis in New Hampshire, but Donald Trump might be a no show at the first GOP primary debate. Plus, as Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin fights to retake Richmond, might he be a fallback option to take on Joe Biden in 2024?

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The Georgia Indictment of Donald Trump

Tue, 15 Aug 2023 19:54:00 -0000

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis unveils charges against Trump and 18 others for trying to overturn the 2020 election, including on that infamous phone call with Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger. How does this case differ from the federal indictment by Special Counsel Jack Smith, and will it affect the 2024 GOP primaries?

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A $6 Billion Hostage Deal With Iran?

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 20:06:00 -0000

The Biden administration is poised to make a deal with Iran, handing over $6 billion and getting five American prisoners in return. Democrats say the money will go to food and medicine, but critics say money is fungible and the $6 billion will help Iran fund mayhem in the Middle East. Will the money-for-hostages swap lead to a broader nuclear deal with Tehran?

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A Special Counsel for the Hunter Biden Inquiry

Fri, 11 Aug 2023 21:22:00 -0000

Attorney General Merrick Garland names a special counsel to investigate Hunter Biden, but it's David Weiss, the U.S. attorney who has been on the case all along. Does this appointment change anything? Might it work to President Biden's benefit, if he can use the inquiry as an excuse to dodge tough questions through 2024?

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Has The Fed Vanquished Inflation?

Thu, 10 Aug 2023 20:24:00 -0000

The consumer-price index rose modestly in July, or 3.2% for the last 12 months. Can the Federal Reserve declare victory?. Plus, President Biden’s executive order banning some U.S. tech investment in China walks an economic and security tightrope.

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Ohio's Abortion Message to the GOP

Wed, 09 Aug 2023 20:29:00 -0000

In an Ohio ballot question widely viewed as a proxy for abortion policy, the Republican position is rejected by double digits. A year after the Supreme Court's ruling in Dobbs, overturning Roe v. Wade, does the GOP have to reevaluate its strategy in light of the Ohio result and similar referendums in Michigan and Wisconsin?

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Congress, the FBI, and Section 702 Surveillance

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 19:18:00 -0000

A law known as Section 702 lets the U.S. scoop up information from foreigners abroad, but agencies like the FBI also sometimes query the database for U.S citizens. Should this provision, created after 9/11, be allowed to expire, or is it still useful in stopping terrorism? What's the best way to maximize accountability and minimize abuse?

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The Political Battle Over the Supreme Court

Mon, 07 Aug 2023 19:24:00 -0000

With demands from Democrats that Supreme Court Justices recuse themselves from hearing certain cases, Paul Gigot and James Taranto discuss the Journal's recent interview with Justice Samuel Alito that caused an uproar in the media and on the left.

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America's Credit Rating Gets a Downgrade

Fri, 04 Aug 2023 21:44:00 -0000

Fitch Ratings drops U.S. debt to AA+, from AAA, which Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen calls arbitrary and unwarranted. But the country's debt is high and going higher, and no one wants to tackle Social Security or Medicare. Plus, a handful of House Republicans threaten to vote down a GOP tax bill unless it expands the deduction for state and local taxes, or SALT, which is a subsidy to California, New York and New Jersey.

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Donald Trump Faces His Third Criminal Arraignment

Thu, 03 Aug 2023 22:21:00 -0000

Donald Trump is arraigned in federal court on charges related to his efforts to overturn the 2020 election. Does special counsel Jack Smith have more evidence pointing to the former President's state of mind than the public has seen? Plus, the transcript of Hunter Biden's former business partner Devon Archer's testimony is released, showing that Joe Biden knew more about his son's business deals than previously revealed.

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The Fraught Jan. 6 Indictment of Donald Trump

Wed, 02 Aug 2023 19:39:00 -0000

Special counsel Jack Smith charges the former President with trying to overturn the 2020 election in the runup to the Jan. 6 riot at the Capitol. What does the indictment allege, and how does it try to prove that Trump knew he had actually lost to Joe Biden? Given that lying to the public isn't a crime, could Trump potentially appeal the use of these laws against him all the way to the Supreme Court?

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Ron DeSantis's 'Declaration of Economic Independence'

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 20:26:00 -0000

In an effort to reignite his campaign before the first GOP primary debate, Ron DeSantis issues an economic plan that promises to set a target of 3% growth, rein in federal spending, and overhaul American education. But will the proposal's populist notes, including a pledge to dole out "strategic tax abatements," really appeal to Donald Trump's base? Or should DeSantis stick with the ideas that made Florida a success?

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How Vulnerable Are Joe and Hunter Biden?

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 19:21:00 -0000

While Hunter Biden's ex-business partner Devon Archer appears on Capitol Hill behind closed doors to testify about Joe Biden's involvement in his son's deals, the threat of a violation of the Foreign Agents Registration Act looms over the proceedings. Plus, Democrat Rep. Jim Himes makes a bold statement about Hunter Biden's wrongdoings rarely heard from the left.

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The Latest Charges Against Donald Trump

Fri, 28 Jul 2023 21:59:00 -0000

In a superseding indictment, Special Counsel Jack Smith alleges that the former President tried to delete Mar-a-Lago security footage to cover up his retention of classified files. Does this undermine Trump's claim that he had a right to documents? Plus, Ron DeSantis plans a campaign reset after comments on Bud Light and RFK Jr.

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The Hunter Biden Plea Deal Falls to Pieces

Thu, 27 Jul 2023 19:50:00 -0000

As President Biden's son watched in the courtroom, his plea deal fell apart when the judge in the case asked if he could face prosecution on future charges. How will this affect the President, as the White House changes its line on his son's business deals.

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America's Broken Immigration Laws Go to Court, Again

Wed, 26 Jul 2023 21:47:00 -0000

The Justice Department sues Texas and Gov. Greg Abbott for installing floating barriers in the Rio Grande, as a federal judge puts President Biden's asylum policy on hold. Meantime, a new study says immigration is the only thing keeping America's labor force from shrinking. Plus, UPS and the Teamsters avoid a strike.

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Democratic AGs Defend Corporate Diversity Policies

Tue, 25 Jul 2023 20:26:00 -0000

The Fortune 100 is between a rock and a hard place, as Democratic state Attorneys General write a letter to defend diversity hiring targets, which Republican AGs suggest are illegal. Plus, government contracts for disadvantaged businesses also face scrutiny after the Supreme Court's decision in Students for Fair Admissions v. Harvard.

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The Center-Right Makes Gains in Europe

Mon, 24 Jul 2023 19:01:00 -0000

The center-right Popular Party makes gains in Spanish elections against the ruling Socialists, which may produce a hung parliament. What does the result tell us about the political trend in Europe? Plus, the Federal Reserve seems set to end its interest-rate pause and raise rates again. Good idea?

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The IRS Whistleblowers in the Hunter Biden Case

Fri, 21 Jul 2023 21:47:00 -0000

IRS agents Gary Shapley and Joseph Ziegler tell Congress about interference in the investigation of Hunter Biden on tax charges. Does this put the onus on Attorney General Merrick Garland to answer questions? Plus, a new report says Covid learning loss is being exacerbated by teacher turnover and poor instruction.

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Sizing Up Ukraine's Counter Offensive

Thu, 20 Jul 2023 19:34:00 -0000

General Mark Milley says the Ukrainian effort against Russia is "far from a failure," but does Ukraine have the weapons it needs to retake territory in the east? Plus, Vladimir Putin tries to hold the world's food supply hostage as the Black Sea grain deal falls apart.

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The Unexpected Aftermath of the Supreme Court's Harvard Case

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 20:45:00 -0000

Thirteen state attorneys general warn the Fortune 100 that the recent ruling striking down college race preferences also has implications for corporate America. Plus, Joe Biden comes up with a backup plan to forgive student loans, after the Justices overturned his first attempt, but is another legal challenge coming?

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Sheldon Whitehouse's Plan to Police the Supreme Court

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 21:32:00 -0000

The Senate Judiciary Committee takes up a Democratic bill to impose "ethics" and recusal rules on the Justices. But would this restore or undermine public confidence, and is it constitutional? Plus, reporters question Justice Sonia Sotomayor's book tours and Venmo reimbursements for Clarence Thomas's Christmas parties.

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Kimberley Strassel on the Biden Malaise

Mon, 17 Jul 2023 20:36:00 -0000

Has Joe Biden brought the country back to the bad old days of the 1970s? On this episode of the Potomac Watch podcast, Paul Gigot speaks with Kim Strassel about her new book, "The Biden Malaise: How America Bounces Back from Joe Biden's Dismal Repeat of the Jimmy Carter Years." They discuss how the Biden Democrats compare to the Carter Democrats, and how Republicans can make a comeback like they did in 1980.

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A Defense Bill that Takes on Pentagon Policy

Fri, 14 Jul 2023 22:27:00 -0000

The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) passes in the House, with Republican provisions to override the Pentagon on diversity and abortion policy. Does this mean Sen. Tommy Tuberville will quit holding up military promotions? And what does it say about the GOP that amendments to block aid to Ukraine were voted down?

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A Successful Summit for NATO and Ukraine

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 20:44:00 -0000

NATO overcomes objections from Turkey to invite Sweden as its 32nd member nation, while Ukraine gets a promise of future membership, albeit without a timeline. Plus, FBI Director Christopher Wray displayed his political skills while dodging questions from House Republicans, but he didn't do the bureau's reputation any favors.

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The FTC Loses Another Antitrust Court Case

Wed, 12 Jul 2023 20:36:00 -0000

Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan fails to stop Microsoft's $75 billion acquisition of the video-game developer Activision Blizzard, but her campaign against bigness continues. Plus, congressional Republicans want to hear from U.S. Attorney David Weiss about the Hunter Biden investigation and plea deal.

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'Ukraine’s Future Is in NATO'

Tue, 11 Jul 2023 20:30:00 -0000

The alliance says Ukraine will be invited to join later, when "conditions are met" but without a specific timeline, drawing the ire of Volodymyr Zelensky. Plus, Turkey says it will no longer object to Sweden's NATO accession, and Joe Biden agrees to send cluster bombs to Ukraine, while noting America's dwindling ammo stockpiles.

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Gov. Doug Burgum's Run for President

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 19:27:00 -0000

On this episode of the Potomac Watch podcast, Paul Gigot speaks with North Dakota Governor and 2024 GOP Presidential candidate Doug Burgum about how energy policy failures led to the war in Ukraine, why a flat tax would make sense for Washington, if sanctions should continue on Russian oil, and why a Jan. 6 riot would not happen during a Burgum administration.

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Joe Biden's Road Show on 'Bidenomics'

Fri, 07 Jul 2023 20:47:00 -0000

The president is trying to bolster his economic record as 2024 nears, but what exactly does he mean by "Bidenomics," or is this merely a new gloss he's putting on his push for industrial policy? Plus, the latest jobs numbers show hiring has slowed, but probably not enough to dissuade the Federal Reserve from raising rates.

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The Legal Fight Over Government and Social-Media Censorship

Thu, 06 Jul 2023 19:59:00 -0000

A federal judge rules that Biden officials broke the law by pressuring Facebook, Twitter and other tech platforms to censor views the government didn't like on Covid policy and other issues. Will the ruling hold up on appeal, and what are the stakes for the First Amendment?

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The Moderates Pitching a Biden-Trump Alternative

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 19:20:00 -0000

With Americans uneager for a 2024 rematch between President Biden and President Trump, the group No Labels says its polling shows that 59% of voters are open to a moderate independent candidate. Could a third party really win the Electoral College, and what would be its platform? Or would its candidate be a sure spoiler?

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What Did We Learn From the Latest Supreme Court Term?

Mon, 03 Jul 2023 19:35:00 -0000

The Justices finish another historic year by barring racial preferences in college admissions and overturning President Biden's regulatory overreach in forgiving student loans. What does this tell us about the new conservative majority, and how much credit does Donald Trump get for his three High Court appointments?

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The High Court Strikes Down Joe Biden's Student-Loan Forgiveness Plan

Fri, 30 Jun 2023 22:36:00 -0000

The Supreme Court finished its term by ruling to end Joe Biden's student-loan forgiveness program in a 6-3 decision. The move is the latest example of the Court trying to reign in executive-branch overreach. Plus, both parties weigh in, with 2024 GOP presidential hopefuls lauding the decision while Democrats vow to provide loan forgiveness by other means.

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The Supreme Court Strikes Down Affirmative Action

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 20:33:00 -0000

In a landmark decision that will reach far beyond campuses, the Supreme Court rules that using race in college admissions is unconstitutional. The decision is a giant step for racial equality under the law and reinforces the plain meaning of the 14th Amendment and the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

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Did the Supreme Court Pave the Way for More Election Chaos?

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 21:13:00 -0000

In a 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court reaffirmed the right of state courts to review voting laws and Congressional maps. But did the Justices muddy the issue even further and open the door for more election-related challenges? Plus, Lordstown Motors files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, a hit to Joe Biden's electrical vehicles policies and subsidies.

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Was the Hunter Biden Investigation Handled Improperly?

Tue, 27 Jun 2023 19:45:00 -0000

Two IRS investigators have blown the whistle on the probe into Hunter Biden, as questions continue to mount about the deal the President's son received in pleading guilty to two tax misdemeanors. Plus, Attorney General Merrick Garland defends U.S. Attorney David Weiss's actions in the case, and the panel takes a look at the contents of Hunter Biden's tax returns.

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The Russian Coup That Wasn't

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 19:37:00 -0000

Vladimir Putin is still in power after a failed rebellion led by Yevgeny Prigozhin and his mercenaries, but is U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken right that this shows "cracks" in support for the Russian President? And what does it mean for Ukraine's counteroffensive?

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The End of Roe v. Wade, One Year Later

Fri, 23 Jun 2023 21:39:00 -0000

New polling from Gallup, a year after the Supreme Court returned abortion to the political process in the Dobbs case, shows how public attitudes have and haven't changed. Plus, as GOP presidential candidates try to find their footing, Tim Scott and Mike Pence take up abortion at the Faith and Freedom Coalition conference.

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John Durham Stands Tall Against Left and Right

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 20:27:00 -0000

Former Special Counsel John Durham's testimony before Congress shows how too many in both political parties want prosecutors to become a tool against their opponents. Plus, Justice Samuel Alito defends himself in the Wall Street Journal against a ProPublica article, causing the press to attack the Justice instead of examining the substance.

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Can Data Change the Debate on Charter Schools?

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 19:58:00 -0000

Charter schools "produce superior student gains despite enrolling a more challenging student population," says the latest analysis by Stanford’s Center for Research on Education Outcomes, or Credo. But will this convince union states like New York, where Gov. Kathy Hochul has failed to lift the cap on charters? Plus, an Oklahoma board approves the nation's first religious charter school, which could go to the Supreme Court.

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Hunter Biden to Plead Guilty to Federal Charges

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 22:40:00 -0000

After a five-year investigation, Hunter Biden reaches an agreement to plead guilty to tax misdemeanors, while admitting to felony gun possession. Did President Biden's son get a sweet deal? Plus, President Trump tries to defend his handling of classified documents during an interview with Fox News's Bret Baier.

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The House Plan to Save Your Gas Stove

Fri, 16 Jun 2023 22:08:00 -0000

The GOP passes a bill, with 29 Democratic votes, to stop the Energy Department's "efficiency" rules that could ban the kinds of natural-gas stoves consumers want. If the Senate takes this up, is it destined for President Biden's veto? Plus, California Gov. Gavin Newsom challenges Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to a public debate.

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Mike Pence Makes His Case to be President

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 20:10:00 -0000

In a visit to the Wall Street Journal, the former Vice President says he's running as a conservative who can bring civility back to our political debates. He's also making the case for supporting Ukraine and reforming entitlements, despite the political risks. Can he break through in the Iowa caucuses?

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Donald Trump's 'Not Guilty' Plea and Mike Pence's Response

Wed, 14 Jun 2023 20:49:00 -0000

Donald Trump pleaded not guilty to all counts in the classified document indictment brought by Special Counsel Jack Smith, then later shot back at his critics during an appearance in Bedminster, N.J. Is this how the 2024 campaign is going to look? Plus, the left wants Judge Aileen Cannon removed from the Trump case, and former Vice President Mike Pence explains to the Wall Street Journal Opinion page why he can't defend Donald Trump's actions.

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A University 'Bias Response Team' Goes to Court

Tue, 13 Jun 2023 22:45:00 -0000

The Fourth Circuit upholds Virginia Tech's official Bias Intervention and Response Team, which encourages anonymous reports from students. But is the dissent by Judge J. Harvie Wilkinson III a signal flare for the Supreme Court? Plus, the CPI report shows 4% inflation.

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The Trump Indictment Roils Presidential Politics

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 20:41:00 -0000

Donald Trump denounces the Biden Administration's charges against him for mishandling documents, but former Attorney General Bill Barr says the charges are serious and strong. Does Trump have a good defense, and how will this affect the 2024 election campaign?

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Donald Trump Indicted for Mishandling Secrets

Fri, 09 Jun 2023 23:06:00 -0000

Special Counsel Jack Smith unveils 37 counts against Donald Trump related to classified material, including at Mar-a-Lago. Is this a double standard, after Hillary Clinton wasn't charged for her email server, and how will the indictment shake up the GOP race for 2024?

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Can Mike Pence or Chris Christie Beat Donald Trump?

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 19:59:00 -0000

The former Vice President and former New Jersey Governor launch their presidential campaigns with direct criticism of the former President. Will it work? Plus, relatively unknown North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum jumps into the race focusing on the economy, energy and national security.

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A Destroyed Dam Alters the War in Ukraine

Wed, 07 Jun 2023 20:43:00 -0000

Flooding between Russian invaders and Ukrainian defenders might complicate any counteroffensive, to say nothing of the humanitarian disaster. Plus, Mitch McConnell and Kevin McCarthy spar over whether supplemental military funds must fit under the debt-ceiling deal's spending caps.

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Mike Pence and Chris Christie Join the 2024 Race

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 21:21:00 -0000

The Republican presidential contest gets new entrants, but what do the former Vice President and New Jersey Governor bring? Plus, New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu declines to run, while urging the GOP to unite around a candidate who can beat Donald Trump.

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Joe Biden's Age and Health Re-Emerge as 2024 Looms

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 20:48:00 -0000

The White House is working hard to persuade the press that the President is fit and able to fulfill his duties, even as evidence builds that his capacities are declining. Many Democrats are now quietly wondering about the risks of another Biden campaign.

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The Supreme Court Says No to Union Sabotage

Fri, 02 Jun 2023 22:25:00 -0000

The Justices rule 8-1 against the Teamsters, who allegedly called a strike intentionally when it could have wrecked Glacier Northwest's concrete-delivery trucks. Plus, the Democratic Senate votes for a resolution to undo Joe Biden's student debt-forgiveness plan.

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Kevin McCarthy's Debt-Ceiling Victory and the Power of 218

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 20:48:00 -0000

The Speaker pushed the debt-ceiling bill through the House, winning policy victories from President Biden in the bargain. What does that herald for what the GOP can accomplish for the rest of this Congress?

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The GOP Saves Joe Manchin's Pipeline Project

Wed, 31 May 2023 19:57:00 -0000

As the House prepares to vote on Kevin McCarthy's debt-ceiling bill, West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin applauds a provision expediting the Mountain Valley Pipeline. Plus, a listener asks who got the better end of the negotiations, and Rep. Thomas Massie says he'll vote yes.

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What's in Biden and McCarthy's Debt-Ceiling Deal?

Tue, 30 May 2023 20:16:00 -0000

Joe Biden and Speaker Kevin McCarthy make an agreement to avoid national default, raising the country's debt limit while restraining spending and adding work requirements to aid programs. Despite some GOP dissent, is this a deal that Republicans should pass?

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North Carolina's School-Choice 'Emergency'

Mon, 29 May 2023 14:50:00 -0000

As the state Legislature moves on universal vouchers, Gov. Roy Cooper declares a "state of emergency" for public schools, but is it only a stunt to scare voters? Plus, Illinois ends a scholarship for low-income children, while allies of Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson outline an agenda.

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The Supreme Court Drains the EPA's Wetlands Overreach

Fri, 26 May 2023 22:25:00 -0000

The Justices say 5-4 in Sackett v. EPA that federal regulations on the navigable "waters of the United States" don't reach a property with wetlands that are only distantly connected. Plus, the North American Electric Reliability Corporation warns about summer blackouts.

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Ron DeSantis Shakes Up the 2024 Presidential Race

Thu, 25 May 2023 20:48:00 -0000

The Florida Governor jumped into the GOP presidential contest on Wednesday with a technical glitch on Twitter but a substantial record of accomplishment in the state. Can he wrest the nomination from Donald Trump?

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America's Incredible Shrinking Big Cities

Wed, 24 May 2023 19:53:00 -0000

Two years into Covid-19, New York had lost 5.3% of its population and San Francisco dropped 7.5%, according to new census figures. But if crime and disorder reign, big cities won't recover. Target now says "inventory shrinkage," including theft, costs it $500 million a year.

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Biden Finally Backs F-16s for Ukraine

Tue, 23 May 2023 20:13:00 -0000

Joe Biden announces the U.S. will support training Ukrainian pilots on F-16 fighter jets, only months after he said that was off the table. As Russia's invasion grinds on, why does the President always seem a step behind in giving Ukraine's defenders the weapons they need? And where is the war going on the ground, after grueling combat leaves Russia in control of Bakhmut?

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Tim Scott Enters the Growing 2024 GOP Presidential Field

Mon, 22 May 2023 19:33:00 -0000

The South Carolina Senator joined the 2024 Presidential contest with a message of optimism and expanding opportunity, a sharp contrast with Donald Trump's rhetoric of 'retribution.' What are his chances at getting the GOP nomination? Plus, Joe Biden raises the specter of the 14th Amendment to avoid a national default as he prepares to meet with Kevin McCarthy.

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Biden, the Debt Ceiling, and Work for Welfare

Fri, 19 May 2023 22:11:00 -0000

With a national default looming, President Biden cracks the door to accepting new work requirements in welfare programs, as Republican negotiators want, but there's still little progress on a broader deal. Plus, the Supreme Court lets the IRS demand bank records from innocent parties without any notice, and it won't hold Twitter or Google liable for ISIS attacks.

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Paul Gigot Interviews Vivek Ramaswamy on the Economy

Thu, 18 May 2023 20:26:00 -0000

How would presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy promote faster economic growth? Would he cut taxes, how would he influence the Federal Reserve, and why hasn't he been more critical of Donald Trump and his record as President?

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Is the ESG Investing Fever Starting to Break?

Wed, 17 May 2023 20:36:00 -0000

Many asset managers proxy vote for activist shareholder proposals, including to make Costco accountable for "deforestation" and force Home Depot to do a "racial equity audit." But with Vanguard taking a stand and BlackRock getting more skeptical, is the public ESG backlash having an effect? Plus, Baltimore sues Kia and Hyundai, saying their cars are too easy to steal.

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The Durham Report, the FBI and Donald Trump

Tue, 16 May 2023 21:56:00 -0000

Special Counsel John Durham finishes his 306-page report on the FBI's 2016 investigation into Donald Trump and Russia. The document sheds more light on the flimsiness of the "Steele dossier," while arguing that the bureau opened the Trump inquiry without any real evidence. In response, some Republicans are saying it's past time to clean house at the FBI.

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Ron DeSantis Takes On the GOP's 'Culture of Losing' in Iowa

Mon, 15 May 2023 19:56:00 -0000

The Florida Governor hit the first 2024 presidential caucus state on the weekend as he prepares to enter the race. Will his message of looking to the future and not the past resonate with voters? Plus, the stakes are high for the United States as Turkey's presidential election heads to a runoff later this month.

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Digging Into Hunter Biden's Foreign Business

Fri, 12 May 2023 22:34:00 -0000

Republicans on the House Oversight Committee say that members of Joe Biden's family received millions of dollars from overseas entities in recent years, as the President continues to insist that everything was above board. Plus, the Supreme Court upholds a California law on pork production, which could lead other states to try to export their values in a similar fashion.

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Donald Trump Returns to CNN With Themes New and Old

Thu, 11 May 2023 20:27:00 -0000

Sounding like the Donald Trump who appeared on CNN in 2016, the former President took the stage in front of a town hall audience filled with Republicans and undecided voters in New Hampshire. Will his non-committal answers on abortion appeal to primary voters, or will his potential GOP opponents see an opening to attack Trump on the Jan. 6 riot or his refusal to support Ukraine against Russia?

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Trump's $5 Million Sexual Abuse Verdict

Wed, 10 May 2023 20:21:00 -0000

A New York jury finds Donald Trump liable for sexually abusing E. Jean Carroll in the 1990s. Did Trump's failure to testify affect the outcome, or what about his belligerent deposition, in which he doubled down on the "Access Hollywood" tape? How will his 2024 rivals for the GOP nomination respond to the verdict?

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California Goes Full Racial 'Reparations'

Tue, 09 May 2023 22:49:00 -0000

A committee created by California Governor Gavin Newsom and the state Legislature recommends that black American residents who are descendants of slaves receive cash payments as racial "reparations." But where will the money come from, and is it even legal? And will programs like this become a new progressive litmus test?

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President Biden's Job Approval Hits a New Low

Mon, 08 May 2023 19:52:00 -0000

An ABC-Washington Post poll finds that a majority of Americans disapprove of the job the President is doing and don't think he has the mental and physical ability to do the job. Do Democrats have to start thinking of an alternative for 2024? Plus, Biden meets Tuesday with Congressional leaders over the debt-ceiling. Any chance of a breakthrough?

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Biden's 1,500 Border Troops and Title 42

Fri, 05 May 2023 22:52:00 -0000

The migrant crisis is about to enter a new phase, as pandemic expulsions end. But now that Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot and other big-city Democrats are warning this can't go on, does President Biden have political leeway to act? Plus listeners write in about the 2024 Senate map and the latest news on Clarence Thomas and Harlan Crow.

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Powell Says the Banking System is 'Sound,' but Markets Don't Agree

Thu, 04 May 2023 20:38:00 -0000

The Federal Reserve raises interest rates for the tenth time in 11 months, and Chairman Powell says the banking panic is over. But investors are still punishing midsize banks after the First Republic failure. Plus, who'll blink first in the debt-limit showdown?

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How Democrats Would 'Reform' the Supreme Court

Wed, 03 May 2023 20:45:00 -0000

A Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on Supreme Court "ethics" highlights what Democrats have in mind, including an open-ended process for "complaints" against the Justices that could look like an unending confirmation hearing. Plus, West Virginia Governor Jim Justice could help the GOP retake the Senate, if he can beat Sen. Joe Manchin.

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America's Biggest Bank Gets Even Bigger

Tue, 02 May 2023 22:14:00 -0000

First Republic Bank is seized by regulators and acquired by JPMorgan Chase. CEO Jamie Dimon says the banking crisis is over, but are there still economic vulnerabilities as interest rates rise? Plus, the Supreme Court agrees to hear a case that could overturn Chevron deference, a doctrine that has empowered regulators in the modern administrative state.

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Justice Samuel Alito Opens Up as Senate Democrats Use Ethics as a Political Weapon

Mon, 01 May 2023 20:53:00 -0000

Senate Democrats plan a hearing to attack the ethics of Supreme Court Justices, despite no evidence that there's a problem. What's their real agenda? Plus, James Taranto joins the podcast to talk about his interview with Justice Samuel Alito, who says he thinks he knows who was behind the Dobbs decision leak.

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Disney vs. Ron DeSantis Goes to Federal Court

Fri, 28 Apr 2023 22:49:00 -0000

The company files a lawsuit arguing that Florida violated its constitutional rights by retaliating after former CEO Bob Chapek spoke up against DeSantis's agenda. Does it have a credible legal claim to the deals it cut with the Reedy Creek Improvement District that surrounds Disney World? Or is this the kind of special carveout for a favored business that should be ended anyway?

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A Debt-Ceiling Victory for Kevin McCarthy, but Joe Biden Won't Negotiate

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 21:16:00 -0000

Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy kept Republicans together in the House as the bill raising the debt ceiling was passed and now heads to the Senate. But how will Mitch McConnell and Chuck Schumer handle getting it to the President's desk, despite Joe Biden stating he will not negotiate with the Speaker? Plus, a disappointing report on first-quarter GDP growth points to an economic slowdown and a possible recession.

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Nikki Haley's Abortion Argument for the GOP

Wed, 26 Apr 2023 18:54:00 -0000

She calls herself "pro-life" and "unapologetic," but Haley says Republicans must be realistic that federal abortion legislation cannot pass. Will GOP voters accept that message in 2024? Plus, the Supreme Court's ruling on the abortion pill mifepristone prompts a dissent from Justice Samuel Alito about the so-called shadow docket.

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Joe Biden Is Running in 2024 to 'Finish the Job'

Tue, 25 Apr 2023 19:41:00 -0000

In a video featuring images of the Jan. 6 riot and a reference to "MAGA extremists," President Biden announces his reelection campaign, but voters might be skeptical of his age, track record, and running mate Kamala Harris. Plus, Donald Trump attacks Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis using left-wing talking points.

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The Hunter Biden Laptop Disinformation Is Exposed

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 21:23:00 -0000

A deposition transcript released by the House Judiciary and Intelligence committees reveals that the Biden campaign in 2020 helped spur an open letter signed by former intelligence officials claiming the Hunter Biden laptop story had the "earmarks" of Russian disinformation. Will anyone pay a price for that deception, and how much has it hurt the credibility of the press and the intelligence services?

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The Billionaire Who Bought Justice Thomas's Mother's House

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 22:12:00 -0000

The press raises more questions about Justice Clarence Thomas's relationship with Harlan Crow, who reportedly bought some family properties in Georgia for $133,000. Thomas will amend his financial disclosure, and Sen. Dick Durbin wants testimony from Chief Justice John Roberts, but is this a real threat of corruption?

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House Republicans Get Real With a Debt-Ceiling Bill

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 20:38:00 -0000

The House GOP officially introduced their plan for raising the debt ceiling, but President Biden called it "wacko" and still refuses to negotiate. Can the GOP stay united and force the President to make a deal? Plus, Paul Gigot gives an update on Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, who remains unjustly imprisoned by Russia.

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Ron DeSantis vs. Disney Goes Another Round

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 20:18:00 -0000

The Florida Governor jokes about building a prison next to Disney World, as Donald Trump denounces this feud as a political stunt that will hurt the state's economy. Plus, the Supreme Court takes up Groff v. DeJoy, a case about a USPS mail carrier who asked for a religious accommodation to avoid working on Sundays.

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What the House Judiciary Committee Heard in New York City

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 20:11:00 -0000

Chairman Jim Jordan took the House Judiciary Committee on the road to New York City to look at Manhattan D.A. Alvin Bragg's record on crime. What did we learn from the feisty hearing? Plus, Mitch McConnell and John Fetterman returned to the Senate chamber as Republicans gear up to block a temporary replacement for Dianne Feinstein on the Senate Judiciary Committee.

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Kevin McCarthy Pitches the GOP's Debt Ceiling Plan

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 20:26:00 -0000

The House Speaker lays out the House GOP's offer to President Biden in return for voting to raise the debt ceiling. But Biden still refuses to negotiate, which will test whether McCarthy can keep his caucus together as the borrowing limit nears.

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As Dianne Feinstein Recuperates, Biden's Judges Are Stalled

Fri, 14 Apr 2023 21:51:00 -0000

Health issues have kept 89-year-old Sen. Dianne Feinstein out of Washington, and some Democrats now want her to resign so President Biden's judicial nominees can get confirmed. But what about Biden's own age questions? Plus, the Congressional Budget Office says the deficit over the past six months was $1.1 trillion.

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The Law and Politics of Abortion Policy

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 20:07:00 -0000

The national debate over abortion continues to play out in the courts as the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals overturns a national injunction and keeps the drug mifepristone on the market. Plus, Governor Ron DeSantis says he will sign Florida's 'heartbeat bill' that would ban most abortions after six weeks. Will that help or hurt his possible presidential campaign?

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Justice Clarence Thomas and His Billionaire Friend

Wed, 12 Apr 2023 19:48:00 -0000

Another campaign against Justice Clarence Thomas is afoot, this time citing his friendship with Texas billionaire Harlan Crow. Justice Thomas has reportedly spent time on Crow's ranch, yacht, resort and private jet, but without an apparent conflict of interest. Plus, Sen. Tim Scott launches an exploratory committee for President in 2024 with a welcome message of GOP optimism.

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The Tennessee House Expels Two Disruptive Lawmakers

Tue, 11 Apr 2023 20:35:00 -0000

After seizing the floor with a bullhorn to demand gun control, Reps. Justin Jones and Justin Pearson are booted from office, although the Nashville Metro Council has already reappointed Jones. Was their removal too strong a punishment, and what does President Biden mean when he calls it "undemocratic"?

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The National Injunction on Mifepristone Causes a Legal Skirmish

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 20:25:00 -0000

Judge Matthew Kacsmaryk's national injunction on the drug mifepristone seems destined for the Supreme Court after the decision riles up both sides of the political debate on abortion. Plus, some Democrats are encouraging the Biden administration to simply ignore the ruling, defying a lawful order and creating a dangerous precedent.

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Biden's Excuses for His Afghanistan Debacle

Fri, 07 Apr 2023 22:10:00 -0000

The White House publishes a 12-page document blaming President Trump for the American military's hasty withdrawal in 2021 under Taliban control, but what parts of the story does that leave out? Plus, the job market cools, with the economy in March posting the smallest net employment gain in two years.

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The Unofficial Meeting Between the House Speaker and Taiwan's President

Thu, 06 Apr 2023 20:05:00 -0000

A bipartisan group of House Members led by Kevin McCarthy met with Tsai Ing-wen Wednesday on U.S. soil, in a move that even former Speaker Nancy Pelosi said should be “commended.” Plus, North Carolina Democrat Tricia Cotham switches parties and joins the Republican caucus, resulting in a GOP supermajority that could override the Democratic governor's veto.

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Alvin Bragg’s Weak Case Against Donald Trump

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 19:09:00 -0000

With his indictment of Trump, the Manhattan district attorney will have to prove that the former President falsified business records to conceal another crime. But the DA isn't clear about what the other crime is. Plus, the left wins big in Chicago and Wisconsin, and the election in the Badger State is a warning to Republicans.

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Donald Trump Pleads Not Guilty in New York

Tue, 04 Apr 2023 21:31:00 -0000

While opposing crowds gathered in lower Manhattan today, Donald Trump appeared in court to plead his innocence to 34 felony counts, after Alvin Bragg became the first DA to charge a former President with a crime. Plus, Republican Asa Hutchinson unofficially announces his run for President and gives his thoughts on what he would do to bring the country together and why Donald Trump should withdraw from the 2024 election.

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High Stakes for Elections in Chicago and Wisconsin

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 20:49:00 -0000

Two Democrats with different governing philosophies square off for mayor of Chicago, with crime at the top of voter concerns, and a contest for a swing seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court could have national implications. Plus, the world is becoming more dangerous for journalists as Russia arrests The Wall Street Journal’s Evan Gershkovich on a false accusation of espionage.

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Donald Trump's Indictment Shakes the Political Landscape

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 21:00:00 -0000

Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg has opened Pandora's box with his unprecedented indictment of Donald Trump, a first in U.S. history. Reports have Trump facing about 30 charges, but the evidence is yet to come. What does this mean for the 2024 Presidential race, especially Trump's rivals for the Republican nomination?

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Why is Joe Biden Meddling in Israeli Politics?

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 21:16:00 -0000

President Biden takes a shot at Benjamin Netanyahu even after the Prime Minister had paused his controversial judicial reform in a search for compromise with the opposition. Is Biden trying to topple Israel's new government? Plus, Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen's visit to the United States may include a meeting with Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy, much to the consternation of China.

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The GOP Plan to Renew American Oil and Gas

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 20:38:00 -0000

House Republicans make a push for H.R.1, the Lower Energy Costs Act, which Rep. Steve Scalise says will help make the U.S. less dependent on foreign oil. But can pieces of this legislation get through the Democratic Senate, and will Joe Manchin secure his permitting reform? Plus, Joe Biden changes course and approves the Willow drilling project in Alaska.

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Stanford Is Sorry Its Law Students Heckled a Federal Judge

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 20:49:00 -0000

Judge Kyle Duncan’s speech at Stanford Law School was met with not merely student protests, but prepared remarks from a diversity dean, Tirien Steinbach. The law school's dean, Jenny Martinez, released a letter in response, but is she taking a tough enough line, and what does this incident say about America's future elite lawyers?

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First Citizens Comes to SVB's Rescue

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 19:26:00 -0000

The FDIC found a buyer for Silicon Valley Bank's assets after its spectacular collapse in First Citizens BancShares, and Fed chairman Jerome Powell has vowed to look into the supervisors and regulatory policies to prevent this from happening again. But where does the blame truly belong, and do all signs point to a recession later this year?

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Ron DeSantis Clarifies His Stance on Ukraine

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 22:44:00 -0000

After criticism for calling Russia's war a "territorial dispute," the Florida Governor and potential 2024 contender adds some nuance. But has he offered a clearer picture of what President DeSantis's foreign policy would look like? Plus, the House GOP suggests it wants to investigate Manhattan D.A. Alvin Bragg's pursuit of an indictment against Donald Trump.

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Is Joe Biden a Prisoner of His Own Party?

Thu, 23 Mar 2023 21:15:00 -0000

On this episode of Potomac Watch, Paul Gigot speaks with political scientist Ruy Teixeira about the political implications of an indictment against Donald Trump, why an emerging Democratic majority in Washington never materialized, and why Joe Biden has governed from the left.

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Joe Biden's Pro-ESG Veto

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 19:55:00 -0000

The first veto of Joe Biden's presidency gives retirement-fund managers more freedom to indulge in politicized investment decisions. But why are social-justice and climate-change funds getting priority over those that might yield higher returns? Plus, the White House and Democrats take aim at the Freedom Caucus' budget blueprint to reign in government spending.

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Are Bank Regulators Doing More Harm than Good?

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 20:20:00 -0000

After UBS rescued Credit Suisse in a billion-dollar takeover bid, Janet Yellen warns investors that bailouts could be on the way for even smaller banks. But are these regulatory actions causing their own risks and harm? Plus, the world is on edge as Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin meet this week, raising questions about that alliance and the war in Ukraine.

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The Political World Braces for a Possible Trump Indictment

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 20:29:00 -0000

The former President signals he could be indicted this week on charges related to hush-money payments to his alleged mistress. What's behind Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg's revival of a seven-year-old case, and what are the political implications?

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Janet Yellen Says Banking is Sound, But Are Investors Buying It?

Fri, 17 Mar 2023 22:04:00 -0000

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen testified on Capitol Hill that the economy is strong and the U.S. banking system is sound, despite the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and the bailout of First Republic Bank. So what did the regulators miss, and what does Joe Biden plan to do about it? Plus, a decision on insulin prices by French drugmaker Sanofi could hold unexpected consequences for U.S. patients.

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Did Ron DeSantis Make a Mistake on Ukraine?

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 19:06:00 -0000

Despite his hawkish past, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis responded to a Fox News questionnaire by saying the war in Ukraine was not a vital U.S. interest. Was this a mistake by someone relatively new to the world of foreign affairs, and can it be fixed by the time he potentially launches a Presidential campaign? Plus, Donald Trump says he could end the Russia/Ukraine conflict in a day, and Mike Pence believes supporting Ukraine is part of the conservative tradition of Ronald Reagan.

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Donald Trump, Stormy Daniels and New York Law

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 20:22:00 -0000

News reports suggest that Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg might be planning to indict Donald Trump for falsifying business records related to his hush money to Stormy Daniels in 2016. Could prosecutors be stretching the law to make this a felony, how would a criminal case affect the 2024 primaries, and could Trump run as a third-party candidate?

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David McCormick on the Bank Panic and a Possible Senate Run

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 20:59:00 -0000

On this episode of the Potomac Watch Podcast, Paul Gigot speaks with former Pennsylvania Senate candidate David McCormick about how the seeds of the current bank panic were planted years ago and what Joe Biden can do about it, whether the country is heading in the wrong direction, the need to invest in technology, and if he is considering another run for Senate.

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The Failures of SVB and Signature Bank Expose Years of Policy Mistakes

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 21:31:00 -0000

President Biden tries to reassure financial markets about risks to the banking system, but investors weren't buying it Monday. What's behind the bank panic, and is Biden right to blame the Trump administration?

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The White House Wants the Power to Ban TikTok

Sat, 11 Mar 2023 00:06:00 -0000

With the FBI raising concerns about national security, the White House asks Congress for authority to block the Chinese social-media app from the U.S. Plus, the Senate votes 81-14 to stop an overhaul of the criminal code in Washington, D.C., with many Democrats crossing the aisle, wary of appearing soft on crime in the runup to 2024.

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Joe Biden's $5 Trillion Tax Increase

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 20:11:00 -0000

The President's fiscal 2024 budget proposal raises taxes far and wide, setting up a battle with Republicans in Congress. What does it say about his 2024 re-election strategy?

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More States Join the Tax-Cutting Club

Wed, 08 Mar 2023 22:24:00 -0000

West Virginia reduces its income taxes, as Gov. Jim Justice eyes a challenge to Sen. Joe Manchin. North Dakota could adopt a flat tax, which Gov. Doug Burgum says would help the state compete for oil workers. And Michiganders could get a tax cut, too, despite the best efforts of Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. Plus, a plan to adapt subway service to post-Covid realities is blocked by New York City's transit union.

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Fact Checking Joe Biden's Selma Address

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 20:33:00 -0000

The President commemorates the "Bloody Sunday" civil-rights march, while using his speech for partisan ends. But what's the reality of the Supreme Court's jurisprudence on the Voting Rights Act, and did the 2022 midterms support the Democratic claims abouts voting laws in states like Georgia? Plus, Biden teases his 2024 budget by proposing a tax increase for Medicare.

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Ron DeSantis Signals That His Florida Record Will Be a Presidential Campaign Theme

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 20:08:00 -0000

As he considers a run for the White House, the Florida Governor offers his Sunshine State record on Covid, education and more as a model for Washington. Plus, Donald Trump shows in his CPAC speech that he has DeSantis on his mind.

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The FBI Thinks Covid Leaked From a Chinese Lab

Fri, 03 Mar 2023 23:09:00 -0000

Two federal agencies, the Energy Department and the FBI, reignite the debate over whether the Covid-19 pandemic began naturally or whether the virus escaped from a Wuhan lab. The White House says there's no consensus in the intelligence community, but why was the lab-leak theory dismissed for so long, and are we any closer to finding the truth?

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A House Committee Takes on China

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 20:11:00 -0000

During a primetime opening hearing, the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party, led by Rep. Mike Gallagher, began a wide-ranging investigation into potential threats from China, including surveillance and threats of impending war. So what does this committee hope to accomplish? Plus, the Senate approves a measure to overturn a Biden administration ESG rule.

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Lori Lightfoot Loses / The D.C. Crime Bill

Wed, 01 Mar 2023 21:27:00 -0000

Chicago voters fire Mayor Lori Lightfoot, but their next leader will depend on an April runoff. Might Chicago become another example of a blue city that is fed up with crime and dysfunction? Plus, Congress considers whether to override bills by the D.C. Council that would lower criminal penalties in Washington and let noncitizens vote in local elections.

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Biden's Student Loan Forgiveness at the Supreme Court

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 22:47:00 -0000

The Justices take up Joe Biden's plan to wipe out billions of dollars in student debt, with sparring on the "major questions doctrine" and whether the opponents have legal standing to sue. Meantime, the Commerce Department puts a child care mandate on semiconductor companies that receive federal funding from the Chips Act.

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The Election Stakes in Chicago and Wisconsin

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 22:12:00 -0000

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot could lose her bid for re-election as rising crime has voters looking closely at her challengers. Plus, the race for a seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court has implications for former Gov. Scott Walker's reforms and for national Republicans.

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The Trump Grand Juror Who Won't Quit Talking

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 22:50:00 -0000

Foreperson Emily Kohrs gives several interviews revealing details from the Georgia grand jury that investigated 2020 election interference. How much does this taint the state's investigation of Donald Trump's conduct? Plus, the Federal Reserve's favorite price metric, the PCE, shows the inflation beast hasn't yet been slain.

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Mayor Pete and Donald Trump Go To East Palestine, Ohio

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 20:51:00 -0000

Pete Buttigieg finally visited the site of a major train derailment in rural Ohio, while Donald Trump arrived on the scene with promises of clean water for those he says were forgotten by the current administration. Did Joe Biden make a mistake by not going to the region himself? Plus, tech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy enters the 2024 race for President as Sen. Tim Scott gives a preview of his own possible ambitions in Iowa.

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Google, ISIS and the Supreme Court

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 22:03:00 -0000

Under a law called Section 230, internet platforms aren't liable for what their users upload, but does that immunity also protect the algorithms that sort and display content? The High Court considers that question in a case alleging that YouTube's recommendation engine spread the messages of the terrorist group ISIS, though some Justices seem to think changing the status quo is a job for Congress, not the courts.

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Joe Biden's Surprise Visit to Ukraine

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 21:27:00 -0000

As the one-year anniversary of Russia's invasion nears, President Biden makes a surprise visit to Kyiv, with additional remarks in Poland. What's the importance of his appearance, and what's in the aid package he announced? Plus, Ron DeSantis says Ukraine shouldn't get a "blank check," as Vladimir Putin suspends the New Start nuclear arms treaty.

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How Public Unions Undermine Effective Government

Mon, 20 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0000

Paul Gigot speaks with author Philip K. Howard about how public unions have created a lack of accountability and an "anti-merit" system in government, and how legal challenges are needed to restore democratic government that works.

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Joe Biden Breaks His Silence on the Flying Objects

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 23:07:00 -0000

President Biden finally addresses the American people about the mysterious objects and the Chinese spy balloon shot down over North America over the past two weeks. But what did we learn? Plus, Joe Biden gets a physical that declares him "fit to serve," but once again raises the question about the age and cognitive fitness of future Presidential candidates.

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Possible Perjury Indictments in the Trump Grand Jury Report

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 21:52:00 -0000

In a partial report released by the judge in the investigation into Donald Trump's attempt in Georgia to overturn the 2020 election, the grand jury recommended possible perjury indictments for some unidentified witnesses in the probe. Plus, the Congressional Budget Office's annual budget review shows how much government has grown under Joe Biden.

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Nikki Haley Launches Her 2024 Campaign for President

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 20:32:00 -0000

Former U.N. Ambassador and South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley formally enters the 2024 Presidential race with a message of positivity, calling for a new generation of Republicans to lead. What bigger message will she bring to challenge Donald Trump and possibly Ron DeSantis? Plus, new numbers show inflation has slowed, but is still stubbornly dogging home buyers and consumers.

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A New School for Free Expression

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 21:15:00 -0000

After announcing a plan to create the School of Civic Life and Leadership--dedicated to free inquiry--the University of North Carolina faces a threat to its accreditation. Plus, Joe Biden used his State of the Union to take on so-called "junk fees," but the regulatory assault could be more harmful to consumers than he expects.

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More Flying 'Objects' Are Destroyed, Increasing Security Concerns

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 21:06:00 -0000

For the fourth time in eight days, U.S. fighter jets were ordered to destroy various flying objects discovered in U.S. airspace. While Democrats and Republicans debate their intent, what do the presence of Chinese balloons and other aircraft say about our national security? Plus, Mitch McConnell and Rick Scott are taking sides about the Republican message on Social Security and Medicare.

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Another 'Object' Shot Down in U.S. Airspace

Sat, 11 Feb 2023 00:04:00 -0000

Joe Biden orders the Pentagon to take out a flying object near Alaska, a sign of increased vigilance since a Chinese spy balloon entered the U.S. last week. Should the President be more forthright about that balloon's capabilities, and is this a wakeup call about China? Plus, Biden holds a rally in Florida and calls out Gov. Ron DeSantis by name, a sign that the 2024 race is beginning.

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Joe Biden's State of the Union Reveals His 2024 Strategy

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 21:10:00 -0000

Why is Joe Biden picking a fight on Medicare and Social Security, and why hasn't his agenda changed now that Republicans hold half of Congress? The answer lies in his re-election strategy, which was hiding in plain sight in his State of the Union address.

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Faux Bipartisanship in Biden's State of the Union

Wed, 08 Feb 2023 21:56:00 -0000

Joe Biden's speech Tuesday was a raucous affair, with cheers and jeers that called to mind the British House of Commons. What the President left out, though, was any compromise agenda that he thinks can actually pass a divided Congress. Plus, newly elected Arkansas Governor Sarah Sanders gives a GOP response that focuses more on culture than policy.

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The Fierce Competition to Cut State Taxes

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 21:41:00 -0000

Nearly half of states have lowered their income-tax rates, or are now moving to do so, within a period of only a few years. What's causing this trend, and if federal Covid-19 money is part of the story, how are Governors strategizing to avoid a revenue crunch once those funds end? Plus, Joe Biden prepares to deliver the State of the Union address, with no signs that he will change course on the economy or Ukraine.

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Questions Remain About Biden and the Chinese Spy Balloon

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 21:06:00 -0000

An F-22 jet fighter shot down a Chinese surveillance balloon on Saturday on President Biden's orders. But many questions remain about the episode, including: When did the White House first learn that the balloon had crossed into U.S. airspace, did it raise the issue with Beijing, and how did the Chinese respond? Plus, Democrats rework their 2024 presidential primary calendar to help the President.

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Biden Takes Credit as Recession Fears Ease

Fri, 03 Feb 2023 23:03:00 -0000

Jobs growth pushes the unemployment rate down to 3.4%, the lowest since 1969, but with inflation still a problem, President Joe Biden and Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell aren't out of the woods yet. Plus, the GOP House votes to remove Ilhan Omar from the Foreign Affairs Committee, which Speaker Kevin McCarthy says isn't merely a tit for tat.

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Is the Fight Against Inflation Over?

Thu, 02 Feb 2023 20:58:00 -0000

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell raises interest rates again, but markets cheer. Is the economy doing much better than expected, leaving open the possibility of escaping a recession? Plus, the College Board changes its African-American Studies AP course, vindicating Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis's criticism.

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Biden Meets McCarthy, as the Debt Ceiling Looms

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 20:59:00 -0000

President Joe Biden and Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy sit down face to face to discuss spending, debt, and an impending U.S. default. What does each side want, and is real negotiation in the works? Plus, the Justice Department searches Biden’s vacation home in Rehoboth Beach to look for classified documents.

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Ukraine Wants F-16s / Who Really Pays the Income Tax?

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 20:23:00 -0000

Joe Biden tells reporters that he won't be sending F-16 jet fighters to Ukraine, but the U.S. previously said the same thing about Abrams tanks, before the White House changed its mind under pressure from European allies. Plus, new IRS data says the top 1% of Americans pay 42% of the country's income taxes.

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Calls for Police Reform After the Death of Tyre Nichols

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 20:12:00 -0000

The release of the video showing the arrest and beating of Tyre Nichols, and the subsequent charges of second-degree murder for the five officers involved, have increased calls for police reform. Can the Senate finally put together a plan despite failing in the past? Plus, Donald Trump visits two primary states over the weekend as he runs for president again, but the reception was underwhelming.

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Ron DeSantis and the AP Curriculum Wars

Fri, 27 Jan 2023 23:29:00 -0000

Florida rejects an Advanced Placement course on African-American Studies, which Gov. Ron DeSantis says is full of political indoctrination and Critical Race Theory, or CRT. Does he have a point about the College Board's class design, and is school choice a solution for a divided nation?

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GDP, The Fair Tax and Donald Trump's Return to Facebook

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 20:34:00 -0000

The U.S. economy rose 2.9% in the last quarter, which seems like good news, but hints at a lack of sustainability below the surface. Plus, Kevin McCarthy signals he will not support a consumption tax favored by some in his party, and the political world braces for Donald Trump's return to Facebook.

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Under Pressure, Germany Finally Sends Tanks to Ukraine

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 20:47:00 -0000

Germany is joining other European nations, as well as the United States, in sending more tanks to Ukraine to fight off a possible new offensive by Russia. So what took them so long to commit, and was the U.S. pledge for more aid the tipping point for German Chancellor Olaf Scholz? Plus, Mike Pence hands over classified documents found in his home, and a listener asks about the U.N.'s role in the Ukraine/Russia conflict.

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NATO's Debate on Giving Tanks to Ukraine

Tue, 24 Jan 2023 20:47:00 -0000

With Russian troops expected to go on offense soon, some NATO allies want to provide Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine, but Germany is saying no unless the U.S. also sends its Abrams tanks. What explains the German reluctance, and should President Biden agree to offer Ukraine some U.S. armor?

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Does Biden Still Have 'No Regrets' on Classified Documents?

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 19:47:00 -0000

A Justice Department search of Joe Biden's home in Delaware finds another set of material with classification markings, as other Democrats begin to break from defending his actions. Plus, former Covid czar Jeff Zients could be the White House's next chief of staff, despite spending a career in business and not politics.

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The Supreme Court Leaker Gets Away

Fri, 20 Jan 2023 23:13:00 -0000

An internal investigation, including interviews with nearly 100 Supreme Court staff, has failed to discover who leaked the draft of Justice Samuel Alito's Dobbs abortion decision, while revealing how lax security protocols let it happen. Plus, the share of the workforce that's unionized drops to the lowest on record.

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Is the West Giving Ukraine Enough Aid to Win the War with Russia?

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 22:20:00 -0000

The stakes are rising as the Ukraine war nears its first anniversary, and the West faces crucial decisions about how much military aid to provide and whether to let Ukraine expand its target to Russian territory.

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Britain's NHS Crisis Is a Warning for the U.S.

Wed, 18 Jan 2023 21:05:00 -0000

Striking ambulance drivers and four-hour ER waits are prompting calls to reform Britain's National Health Service, as Prime Minister Rishi Sunak acknowledges that he has sometimes gone outside the system for his own medical care. Plus, China's population falls for the first time in decades, after its old one-child policy succeeded all too well.

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America's $31 Trillion Debt Limit Is Maxed Out

Tue, 17 Jan 2023 21:31:00 -0000

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen says the government will hit its borrowing ceiling this week, and House Republicans are already promising a fight over lifting it. But can Speaker Kevin McCarthy get President Biden to negotiate, since this is money Congress has already agreed to spend? And how much leverage does the GOP really have?

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A Special Counsel for Biden's Classified Documents

Mon, 16 Jan 2023 13:16:00 -0000

Joe Biden and Donald Trump both now have special prosecutors investigating their handling of classified material. That puts Attorney General Merrick Garland in the middle of two highly political inquiries as the 2024 presidential race nears, but is this really in the country's best interest?

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Buttigieg's FAA Fiasco / Busybodies vs. Gas Stoves

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 23:42:00 -0000

After an FAA failure cancels 1,900 flights, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg calls it a "glitch," but maybe these systems would be better if they weren't run by the government. Plus, a member of the Consumer Product Safety Commission raises the idea of banning gas stoves, prompting outrage from America's kitchens.

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Inflation Eases While Joe Biden Faces Another Document Debacle

Thu, 12 Jan 2023 20:25:00 -0000

Joe Biden started his day by announcing U.S. inflation had slowed for the sixth straight month and touting other positive signs for the economy. But by mid-afternoon, Attorney General Merrick Garland had appointed a special counsel to investigate the mishandling of classified documents after another stash was discovered in the garage (next to the Corvette) at the President's private residence.

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Classified Documents in Joe Biden's Closet

Wed, 11 Jan 2023 20:43:00 -0000

Days before the November elections, about 10 documents marked as classified were discovered at a private office once used by Joe Biden. As the Justice Department investigates, how will this affect its inquiry into the classified material that the FBI seized from Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate? Plus, listeners react to Joe Biden's latest student loan forgiveness policy.

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Biden's Other Student Loan Forgiveness Plan

Tue, 10 Jan 2023 20:20:00 -0000

Joe Biden's proposal to erase $10,000 in student loans per person is on hold at the Supreme Court, but the Education Department is now moving to wipe out more debt via income-based repayment plans. Won't this give colleges an incentive to raise tuition and offer marginal degrees, and will these policies prove popular, or is there an economic and generational divide?

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Has Kevin McCarthy Been Empowered as Speaker, or Strait-Jacketed?

Mon, 09 Jan 2023 19:56:00 -0000

The new House Speaker cut many deals with conservatives to get the job, but they could limit his ability to govern. One problem: Defense is teed up for budget cuts. Plus, Joe Biden finally visits the U.S.-Mexico border, but will any policy changes come of it?

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Joe Biden Plans a Trip to the U.S.-Mexico Border

Fri, 06 Jan 2023 23:20:00 -0000

Amid political pressure and a pending Supreme Court case on Title 42, Joe Biden is going to El Paso and tweaking America's immigration policies, but will this be enough to stop the crisis at the border? Plus, Kevin McCarthy still isn't Speaker of the House after 13 ballots, but the momentum has turned his way.

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House Republicans Still Can't Elect a New Speaker

Thu, 05 Jan 2023 23:26:00 -0000

After a tenth vote and reports of possible concessions to those preventing his rise to Speaker, Kevin McCarthy is still short of the votes he needs. Has McCarthy already made too many concessions that would undermine his ability to do the job? Plus, Gov. Ron DeSantis gives an inaugural address to show Washington what it can learn from Florida.

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Day Two of the House GOP's Speaker Deadlock

Wed, 04 Jan 2023 22:32:00 -0000

Kevin McCarthy still can't get to 218, yet his Republican challengers haven't gained much ground either, after nominating Florida Rep. Byron Donalds. Does the GOP have an alternate candidate that it can rally around to end the stalemate, and could that person come from outside Congress?

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GOP Rebels Halt Kevin McCarthy's Speaker Bid

Tue, 03 Jan 2023 23:34:00 -0000

The Republican House spends its first day on multiple votes for Speaker, and still Kevin McCarthy can't muster a majority. But what do the GOP dissenters actually want, and do they have another option for Speaker who can win 218 votes?

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Another Measles Outbreak, as Vaccine Skepticism Rises

Fri, 30 Dec 2022 22:56:00 -0000

Eighty-two people in Ohio, most of them unvaccinated children, have contracted the measles, as a new survey suggests the Covid-19 pandemic has increased vaccine hesitancy. Plus, House Democrats finally release Donald Trump's tax returns, but do the initial headlines support their political narrative?

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Washington's 2022 Hits and Misses

Thu, 29 Dec 2022 20:51:00 -0000

From the war in Ukraine to an historic Supreme Court term, soaring inflation and record spending by Congress, Potomac Watch looks at the biggest stories of 2022, and what they mean for 2023.

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Biden's Border Reprieve From the Supreme Court

Wed, 28 Dec 2022 20:20:00 -0000

Expulsions at the U.S.-Mexico border under Title 42 will continue, as the Supreme Court agrees to hear a related case in February. Does this delay give Joe Biden a chance to put in place a plan for stopping illegal immigrants? Plus, the Census Bureau releases data showing that blue states like California are losing population, while red states like Florida are growing, and it isn't merely because of the weather.

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Who's to Blame for Christmas Blackouts?

Tue, 27 Dec 2022 21:26:00 -0000

A brutal winter storm puts the U.S. power grid to the test, as natural gas is diverted to heating, forcing utilities to beg for customers to turn off lights and appliances. Plus, while sales of electric vehicles are on the rise, studies show that their range falls precipitously when the temperature drops.

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Assessing the Jan. 6 Committee's Final Report

Fri, 23 Dec 2022 19:44:00 -0000

The 845-page report targets Donald Trump as the man responsible for the Capitol riot on Jan. 6, 2021, but does it have the evidence to prove he committed a crime? Plus, the 117th Congress comes to a close with another giant last-minute spending bill that few Members will have read. Why did 18 GOP Senators help Democrats pass it?

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Zelensky in Washington / Trump's Tax Returns

Thu, 22 Dec 2022 21:43:00 -0000

In an address to Congress, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expresses gratitude for U.S. aid, which he says isn't charity but an investment in security from Russian aggression. Plus, the House Ways and Mean Committee votes to release Donald Trump's tax returns, another broken norm and bad precedent.

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Biden's Border Mess and the End of Title 42

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 21:29:00 -0000

Expulsions at the U.S.-Mexico border under Covid-19 pandemic rules can't go on forever, though the Supreme Court's intervention has bought a little extra time. What will happen when the policy expires, and does Joe Biden have a plan? Plus, the omnibus spending bill includes money for salmon, bees, plankton and more.

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Congress's Omnibus Is $1.7 Trillion and 4,155 Pages

Tue, 20 Dec 2022 20:57:00 -0000

With lawmakers eager to head home for the holidays, Congress unveils an omnibus spending package that must be seen to be believed. Besides a $1.7 trillion price tag, the bill includes changes to the Electoral Count Act, aid for Ukraine, a ban on TikTok on government devices, tweaks to Medicaid rules, and new FDA powers over cosmetics. Is this really how Congress should be doing business?

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The Jan. 6 Committee Refers Donald Trump for Criminal Charges

Mon, 19 Dec 2022 22:36:00 -0000

During its final public hearing, the Jan. 6 Committee recommended the Department of Justice criminally prosecute Donald Trump on four charges related to his attempt to overturn the 2020 election. But is there enough evidence that he actually committed a crime? Plus, the Committee weighs what to do with GOP House members who defied their subpoenas, and the House Ways and Means Committee could create unintended consequences by releasing Donald Trump's taxes.

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Why Some Lawmakers Want to Ban TikTok

Fri, 16 Dec 2022 22:54:00 -0000

China's control over the social-media app TikTok gets new attention, as the Senate passes a bill to ban it on government devices. Meantime, Sen. Marco Rubio wants to stop TikTok from operating in the U.S. entirely. Plus, the Biden administration debates sending Patriot missile systems to Ukraine to defend against further attacks from Vladimir Putin.

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Nuclear Fusion Doesn't Change the Climate Debate

Thu, 15 Dec 2022 21:22:00 -0000

The Biden administration announces that a nuclear fusion experiment has produced a net energy gain for the first time, but it could take decades to practically generate electricity this way. Does this highlight, though, a tradeoff between spending on research and funding for green subsidies, such as electric vehicle tax breaks? Plus, the European Union pushes forward with a carbon border tariff.

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The GOP Split on an Omnibus Spending Bill

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 21:06:00 -0000

Lawmakers are drawing up a $1.7 trillion framework, with a looming Friday deadline to fund the government. But what's the GOP's best strategy here? Sen. Mitch McConnell seems broadly supportive of the omnibus, while Rep. Kevin McCarthy is urging Republicans to delay any long-term spending package until they take control of the House in January.

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Inflation at 7.1% / Sam Bankman-Fried's Arrest

Tue, 13 Dec 2022 21:20:00 -0000

What will the Federal Reserve do next? Consumer prices in November rose 7.1%, year over year, and the big question is whether this inflation is burrowing into the economy. Plus, Sam Bankman-Fried is indicted on fraud charges, while FTX's new CEO John Ray testifies on Capitol Hill to explain how the crypto exchange collapsed.

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More Revelations From Elon Musk's 'Twitter Files'

Mon, 12 Dec 2022 20:43:00 -0000

Elon Musk continues to release documents on Twitter's content suppression. What are the First Amendment implications, and will some media outlets ever cover the story? Plus, why can't Kevin McCarthy gather the voters to become the next Speaker of the House?

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The House Defense Bill / Kyrsten Sinema Defects

Fri, 09 Dec 2022 23:25:00 -0000

An $858 billion National Defense Authorization Act, or NDAA, passes the House, and it includes a provision to repeal the Pentagon's Covid-19 vaccine mandate for U.S. troops. Plus, Kyrsten Sinema waits until after the Georgia Senate runoff to announce she's leaving the Democratic Party to become an independent, possibly to avoid a primary challenger if she runs for re-election in 2024.

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North Carolina's Gerrymander Goes to the Supreme Court

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 22:25:00 -0000

The Justices take up Moore v. Harper, a case that asks who gets to draw North Carolina's new House districts: the Legislature or state judges? The implications of that question for 2024 probably aren't what you've heard, and New York's failed gerrymander explains why.

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Can a Website Designer Turn Down Gay Weddings?

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 20:39:00 -0000

The Supreme Court hears a case called 303 Creative, brought by Lorie Smith, a Colorado designer who says her Christian beliefs bar her from making websites for same-sex weddings. When does free speech trump antidiscrimination law? Plus, Sen. Raphael Warnock defeats Herschel Walker in the Georgia runoff, giving the Democrats a 51-49 Senate and a golden opportunity for Joe Biden.

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What's at Stake in the Georgia Senate Runoff?

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 20:36:00 -0000

It's election day (again) in Georgia, as Sen. Raphael Warnock and Herschel Walker rally voters for the final contest of the 2022 midterms. Although Democrats will hold the Senate regardless of what happens, there's a real difference between a chamber that's split 50-50 and one that's 51-49. Will GOP voters head to the polls at Gov. Brian Kemp's urging, and what role is Donald Trump playing?

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Elon Musk Exposes Twitter's 2020 Censorship

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 22:28:00 -0000

With the release of internal Twitter emails from 2020 through journalist Matt Taibbi, the new Twitter CEO exposes the platform's collaboration with Democrats and its censorship of the New York Post's Hunter Biden emails story. Plus, Donald Trump creates a distraction from the censorship issue by calling for the termination of the Constitution.

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Kari Lake Still Won't Concede in Arizona

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 21:33:00 -0000

She calls the gubernatorial election a "sham," but Kari Lake's loss to Katie Hobbs was big enough not to trigger a recount, and she widely underperformed other Republicans. That doesn't excuse Maricopa County's printer problems on Election Day, however. Plus, the Supreme Court agrees to hear a challenge to Joe Biden's student-loan forgiveness plan.

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Republicans Target Themselves as Democrats Elect New Leadership

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 20:50:00 -0000

With Republicans criticizing their own candidate for Speaker of the House while Democrats unify around their new leadership, the GOP isn't acting like it has the majority in the House next year. Why is Kevin McCarthy having a hard time getting the votes to lead his party? Plus, the House and Senate vote on bills to avoid an economy-crippling rail strike.

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Congress's Lame Duck To-Do List

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 20:26:00 -0000

With Republicans set to take over the House in a little more than a month, Democrats want one more spending blowout, as a Dec. 16 deadline looms for funding the government. Meantime, lawmakers are also considering the Electoral Count Act, the National Defense Authorization Act (or NDAA), and maybe even the debt ceiling.

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Joe Biden Tries to Prevent a Rail Strike

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 21:05:00 -0000

Contrary to his reputation as a pro-union Democrat, President Biden calls on Congress to impose a labor deal on America's railroads, as a way to avert an economically damaging strike. Plus, Georgia voters turn out in huge numbers for the Senate runoff between Raphael Warnock and Herschel Walker, while Donald Trump's absence could improve the GOP's chances.

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Nationwide Zero-Covid Protests Erupt Across China

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 20:57:00 -0000

Demonstrations have broken out in cities such as Beijing and Shanghai, as the government and state-run media tries to squash any opposition to China's zero-tolerance Covid policy. Plus, the U.S. eases sanctions on Venezuela as Chevron is allowed to pump oil in the country again.

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Do America's Racial Categories Make Sense?

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 14:00:00 -0000

From school applications to medical forms, Americans are often presented with checkboxes and asked to identify their racial backgrounds. But where did these six standard labels come from, and do they still describe an increasingly diverse country? Law professor David Bernstein answers those questions and more, as the public awaits the outcome of the Supreme Court's case on racial preferences at Harvard and the University of North Carolina.

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Joe Biden Extends His Student Loan Freeze

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 22:10:00 -0000

President Biden asks the Supreme Court to let him forgive billions of dollars in student debt, but until then his payment moratorium will continue through June 2023. How much longer can he use emergency powers for this, and might a Republican House do anything to stop it? Plus, Justice Samuel Alito is accused of prematurely revealing the outcome of a 2014 case, but the evidence seems thin.

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Donald Trump's 2024 Rivals Won't Back Down

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 20:20:00 -0000

Ron DeSantis, Mike Pompeo, Nikki Haley, and other prominent Republicans speak at a GOP conference in Las Vegas, and they don't sound very cowed by President Trump's early announcement of a 2024 campaign. Plus, the White House quietly celebrates Joe Biden's 80th birthday, as questions continue about whether he plans to run for a second term.

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Merrick Garland Names a Special Counsel to Investigate Trump

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 21:47:00 -0000

The Attorney General's decision won't give him the political insulation he wants, but does it mean an indictment is more likely? Plus, President Biden signs the U.S. up to pay climate reparations to the world's poor countries.

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A Missile Hits Poland, as Russia's War Spills Over

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 23:00:00 -0000

NATO says the blast that killed two Polish farm workers probably came from a Ukrainian defense system, not a Russian strike, but Vladimir Putin ultimately bears responsibility for it. Plus, law schools at Yale and Harvard say they will no longer participate in annual rankings published by U.S. News and World Report, which might be an effort to get ahead of the Supreme Court's ruling on racial preferences.

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Finally, House Republicans Get Their Majority

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 21:34:00 -0000

Nearly nine days after Election Day, Republicans in the House crossed the threshold needed to take control and paved the way for Kevin McCarthy to become the Speaker of the House. But will he be able to unite his party in a way Nancy Pelosi was able to unite Democrats, and what is her legacy as she steps down from the Democratic leadership?

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Donald Trump Says He's Running for President in 2024

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 22:23:00 -0000

His announcement speech at Mar-a-Lago featured the usual Trumpian boasts, plus deflection of blame for the GOP's failures last week on Election Day. But do Republican voters want Donald Trump back, especially given the rise of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis? And if Trump lost the GOP primary in 2024, would he sabotage the winner?

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Why Kari Lake Lost the Arizona Governor's Race

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 20:45:00 -0000

She was probably Donald Trump's best chance for a "Stop the Steal" candidate to win on Election Day. But according to the exit polls, Kari Lake lost independent voters, lost moderates, and even lost 9% of Republicans. Plus, Joe Biden's student loan forgiveness plan flops in court again, this time at the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals.

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Questions Arise About GOP Leadership as Democrats Take the Senate

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 22:13:00 -0000

Democrats secured control of the Senate by winning 50 seats, and they still look to claim another in Georgia. But with control of the House still up in the air, could Kevin McCarthy face a challenge for Speaker of the House as Mitch McConnell tries to remain Minority Leader? Plus, Republicans' poor performance with independents was a major factor in Democrats gaining ground on Election Day.

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Joe Biden's Student Loan Forgiveness Loses in Court

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 23:11:00 -0000

A federal judge in Texas vacates President Biden's plan to forgive student debt, calling it an "unconstitutional exercise." But will this ruling hold up on appeal, or should the President's critics keep an eye on a similar case in the Eighth Circuit? Plus, the latest inflation report shows prices up 7.7% year over year, which is down slightly but still way too high for comfort.

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Is the GOP's Underwhelming Midterm Election Performance Donald Trump's Fault?

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 21:29:00 -0000

Two days after Election Day, control of the House and Senate is still in doubt, as Donald Trump's hand-picked candidates mostly lost what could have been winnable seats. Plus, Joe Biden takes a victory lap despite possibly losing both chambers of Congress, and a listener asks who should campaign for Herschel Walker in the Georgia Senate runoff election.

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Why Didn't a 'Red Wave' Materialize on Election Night?

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 21:40:00 -0000

Republicans started Election Day with hopes of winning the House and Senate by a decisive majority, but a strong GOP victory was nowhere to be found. What happened? Plus, Ron DeSantis emerges as the biggest election winner with a huge re-election victory as Florida Governor, even as Donald Trump's hand-picked GOP candidates lost big on Tuesday.

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What's at Stake in the 2022 Midterm Elections

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 20:35:00 -0000

If Republicans take the House and possibly the Senate, as most projections and polling suggest, then a divided government will block President Biden's progressive ambitions. But how else would a GOP Congress change the dynamic in Washington? Plus, Donald Trump promises a big announcement on Nov. 15, putting himself front and center ahead of Election Day.

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An Optimistic Outlook for Republicans on Election Day Eve

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 20:55:00 -0000

As Election Day nears, Republicans are well positioned to win the majority in the House, while the Senate remains a tossup. Is the GOP overestimating how successful their night will be, and are Democrats second-guessing their strategy a little too late? Plus, Donald Trump puts Ron DeSantis in his sights as he nears a decision on 2024, and Joe Biden claims it's time to shut down coal, much to the ire of Joe Manchin.

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What Else Might Be on Your November Ballot

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 22:25:00 -0000

With the midterms only four days away, the focus is on the House and Senate, but what else is being decided on Election Day? Ballot initiatives across the country include questions on abortion, electric vehicles, ranked-choice voting and union power. Meantime, state Supreme Court Justices are facing voters in several places.

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Joe Biden's One-Sided Fears About Democracy

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 19:09:00 -0000

Six days before the November midterm elections, Joe Biden gives an address warning about the dangers to democracy but seems to only identify Republicans as the danger. Plus, the Federal Reserve raises its rates again despite Wall Street's growing concern that it's going too far, too fast.

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Are Suburban Women Creating a Republican Wave?

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 20:37:00 -0000

Democrats thought the overturning of Roe v. Wade would drive soccer moms their way, but The Wall Street Journal's latest poll says white suburban women have moved 27 points against them since August. Top of mind for voters seems to be inflation and the economy, plus crime, as Joe Biden schedules a primetime address to discuss threats to democracy.

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The Supreme Court Debates Racial Preferences at Universities

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 21:50:00 -0000

Paul Gigot speaks with legal scholar Ilya Shapiro about the Supreme Court's oral arguments Monday on racial preferences in college admissions. What did we learn about how the Justices are leaning, and what would a ban on preferences mean for schools and other institutions?

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Karl Rove and Kim Strassel Forecast the Midterms

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 19:51:00 -0000

With only eight days left before the 2022 November midterm elections, Kim Strassel speaks with Wall Street Journal Opinion columnist and political strategist Karl Rove about why Republicans seem to be surging in the closing days, the contests to pay attention to, and why the attack on Paul Pelosi should be condemned by both Republicans and Democrats.

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Elon Musk (Finally) Buys Twitter

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 22:32:00 -0000

After months of speculation and legal wrangling, Elon Musk closes the deal on Twitter and starts by firing its top executives. What does Musk mean when he says free speech should live on Twitter, and will Donald Trump fire up his old account? Plus, listeners ask why U.S. test scores are sliding and whether Republicans will continue supporting Ukraine if they win the midterm elections.

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Voters Take Stock of Biden's Economic Record

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 20:48:00 -0000

The President hails Thursday's report that the economy grew 2.6% in the third quarter, but will it be enough to overcome inflation and falling real incomes? Plus, what can Republicans accomplish if they retake Congress with Biden still in the White House?

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Nine Million Votes, With Candidates Still Debating

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 19:57:00 -0000

When does early voting become too early? Nine million ballots for the 2022 election are already cast, sometimes before the candidates even had a chance to debate. In Pennsylvania, John Fetterman's health becomes a factor in his debate with Mehmet Oz. In Florida, Ron DeSantis is non-committal on finishing a four-year term. And in New York, Lee Zeldin and Kathy Hochul tangle over crime.

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Is It Too Late For Democrats to Change Their Message?

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 19:16:00 -0000

After trying to frame the 2022 midterms around abortion, Democrats are trying to shift their focus to issues like crime and the economy. But aren't Democratic policies on those issues part of the reason voters are unhappy? Plus, Joe Biden's latest gaffe about student loan forgiveness once again puts the president's role in November elections in the spotlight.

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A Bleak Report Card for America's Schools

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 19:39:00 -0000

The National Assessment of Educational Progress announced the sharpest decline in math and reading test scores ever for fourth- and eighth-grade students. Is this another sign of the damage done by lockdowns, and how will this grim news play in the midterm elections? Plus, the U.K. has its third prime minister this year, as Rishi Sunak takes over after Liz Truss and Boris Johnson.

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Prison for Bannon and a Subpoena for Trump

Fri, 21 Oct 2022 21:28:00 -0000

Steve Bannon is sentenced to four months in prison for contempt of Congress after he defied a subpoena from the Jan. 6 committee. Hours later, Donald Trump is sent his own subpoena by the Jan. 6 inquiry. What's the precedent here on executive privilege and the Fifth Amendment? Plus, listeners send in questions on inflation relief checks and student loan forgiveness.

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The Fast Rise and Faster Fall of Liz Truss

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 21:15:00 -0000

After only 44 days in office, Liz Truss resigned as U.K. Prime Minister amid panic in her ruling Conservative Party. But was it her proposed tax cuts that caused her downfall, or was she a scapegoat for previous policy failures? Plus, Joe Biden tries to keep gas prices down in an effort to boost Democratic election hopes.

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Republicans Gain Momentum as November Nears

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 20:16:00 -0000

Three weeks from the midterm elections, the GOP's prospects for taking the House and Senate seem to be rising. President Biden pledges that his first bill in 2023 will be to protect abortion access, but the issues that are top of mind for voters include inflation and crime. One example is the race for Governor in New York, where Lee Zeldin is closing fast on incumbent Gov. Kathy Hochul.

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Is the U.S. Ready for a Cold War With China?

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 20:03:00 -0000

With Xi Jinping poised this week to win another term as China's leader, the country's course seems set for confrontational nationalism, and perhaps an attempt to take Taiwan by force. But the U.S. seems woefully unprepared for a new Cold War, as the Pentagon misses recruitment targets and Congress focuses on social spending instead of buying ships and airplanes.

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John Durham Puts the FBI on Trial

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 20:09:00 -0000

Jury deliberations began in the federal trial of Igor Danchenko for his part in the 2016 Russia collusion narrative and the Steele dossier. What have we learned from the evidence at trial, and what does special counsel John Durham do next? Plus, the new U.K. chancellor reverses Prime Minister Liz Truss's proposed tax cuts as the ruling Tories melt down politically.

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The Jan. 6 Committee Subpoenas Donald Trump

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 22:10:00 -0000

As the House inquiry into the Capitol riot begins to wrap up, Rep. Liz Cheney moves to subpoena testimony from Donald Trump. But is he unlikely to agree, and what new information does she expect he would provide? Plus, Joe Biden extends the Covid-19 public-health emergency, and listeners weigh in on the DACA program and whether answering pollsters is a patriotic duty.

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Democrats Get More Bad News on Inflation

Thu, 13 Oct 2022 21:00:00 -0000

The last consumer-price report before the November midterm election shows inflation is still running hot at 8.2%. What does it mean for the economy, for the Federal Reserve, and when voters go to the polls in four weeks?

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Can California Boss Around the Nation's Farmers?

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 21:30:00 -0000

The Supreme Court hears a challenge to Proposition 12, a California law that says meat sold in the state must be produced under specific rules of animal confinement. But does the Constitution let California regulate farm production elsewhere? Plus, the Labor Department sets its sights on freelancers and the "gig economy."

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Russia Escalates in Ukraine Amid Political Setbacks

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 20:00:00 -0000

Vladimir Putin launches missile strikes against civilian targets in Ukraine after the weekend explosion of a key bridge linking Crimea and Russia. But the attacks don't seem to have weakened Ukrainian resolve to fight, and the West is promising more military aid. Are we at a hinge point in the war?

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A Senate Midterm Update

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 19:57:00 -0000

With Republicans eager to take control of the Senate in the November 2022 midterms, the picture is still blurry. In which states does the GOP have the safest bets, and which ones are still in the air? Plus, will this election prove a referendum on Joe Biden, or could GOP "candidate quality" get in the way?

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Joe Biden's Response to the OPEC Oil Cut

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 21:55:00 -0000

The White House says it will release millions of barrels in additional oil reserves, and it's reportedly thinking about loosening U.S. sanctions against Venezuela. But if President Biden wants more oil, why aren't American producers the answer? Plus, the September jobs report shows a cooling of the labor market, but should the Federal Reserve take its foot off the brake?

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The Fifth Circuit Says the DACA Policy Is Illegal

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 20:50:00 -0000

A federal appeals court rules that Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, or DACA, was unlawful when President Obama created it in 2012. What happens to the Dreamers already protected by the policy? Is this heading to the Supreme Court? And is there any hope in Congress for an immigration deal that both protects the Dreamers and fixes the border crisis?

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Elon Musk Says He's Buying Twitter After All

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 21:34:00 -0000

Facing a trial in Delaware about his $44 billion deal, Elon Musk now says he will go through with the purchase. But what does he have in mind for Twitter? Meantime, the Supreme Court accepts a case touching on the Section 230 protections of internet sites, while bigger challenges percolate in Texas and Florida.

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Why Stacey Abrams Owes Georgia an Apology

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 20:14:00 -0000

A federal judge rules that Georgia's voting system isn't unconstitutional, which further undermines Abrams's narrative that Gov. Brian Kemp stole the state's 2018 gubernatorial election using voter suppression. Plus, listeners weigh in on a potential congressional stock-trading ban, as well as the debate over the Supreme Court's legitimacy.

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The Supreme Court Opens What Could Be Another Blockbuster Term

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 20:07:00 -0000

The Justices will hear cases on racial gerrymandering, interstate commerce, the administrative state, election law, and race-based admission preferences for college, among other issues that are sure to court controversy. Plus, an appreciation of the life and legal career of Judge Laurence Silberman.

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The Case for Letting Congress Trade Stocks

Fri, 30 Sep 2022 22:41:00 -0000

House Democrats unveil a bill to ban Congress and other federal officials from trading individual stocks, but would it also deter good people from running for public office or accepting presidential appointments? Plus, as Joe Biden trims his student-loan forgiveness plan to avoid another lawsuit, is he tacitly admitting that he's exceeding his legal authority?

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Another Billion-Dollar Military Aid Package for Ukraine

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 21:01:00 -0000

While the world refuses to recognize Russia's annexation of four regions of Ukraine, the U.S. pledges $1.1 billion in additional military aid. But how long will it take for these weapons and other supplies to arrive? Plus, the panel discusses the political and climate implications of Hurricane Ian, the possible sabotage of the Nord Stream pipeline, and answers a listener's email about student-loan forgiveness.

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Joe Manchin Pulls His Permitting Reform

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 20:35:00 -0000

With a government shutdown looming, Sen. Joe Manchin withdraws his permitting proposal, while Sen. Chuck Schumer blames Republican obstruction. But does Manchin have only himself to blame? Plus, a lawsuit against Joe Biden's plan for student-loan forgiveness might solve the legal standing problem for the President's critics.

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The House Passes Liz Cheney's Jan. 6 Bill

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 20:05:00 -0000

Congress's process for counting the Electoral College has been broken for years, and this dysfunction helped produce the Jan. 6 riot. At long last, however, lawmakers might do something about it, as the House passes a bill to update the 1887 Electoral Count Act. How does this bill limit phony objections to election results? What does it say about the Vice President's role? And will the Senate get on board?

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Can Joe Manchin Save His Permitting Reforms?

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 20:18:00 -0000

The West Virginia Senator's long-promised permitting bill will soon come to a vote, but he's struggling to find enough support to overcome a bipartisan filibuster. Why is he having so much trouble? Plus, Al Gore tries to engineer a coup against World Bank President David Malpass in the name of climate change.

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N.Y. Attorney General Files Civil Lawsuit Against Trump and His Children

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 23:11:00 -0000

N.Y. Attorney General Letitia James makes good on a campaign promise by filing a civil lawsuit against former President Donald Trump and three of his children for overestimating property size. Is politics overshadowing the rule of law? Plus a Democratic campaign finance bill is blocked by Senate Republicans over concern it’s an attempt to limit political speech. Plus, listener emails.

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Protests Break Out in Russia After Setbacks in Ukraine

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 20:22:00 -0000

What's next after Putin calls up of as many as 300,000 reservists? Plus, the Federal Reserve and other central banks keep raising interest rates. Is a recession inevitable?

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Why Income Inequality Is Better Than Advertised

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 19:28:00 -0000

On this episode of Potomac Watch, Paul Gigot sits down with economist and former Senator Phil Gramm about his new book The Myth of American Inequality, why government has failed to truly address the poverty problem in America, and why Republicans could learn from Democrats' understanding of "nitty-gritty" economic programs.

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Joe Biden's Student Loan Forgiveness Backlash

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 19:13:00 -0000

When Joe Biden announced his plan for forgiving student debt, Democrats thought they had a winning issue to run on in the November midterm elections. But Republicans are exposing problems with the plan and polls show Americans think it is unfair. Plus, another Federal Reserve rate hike is on the horizon, but will it be enough?

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Could a Gavin Newsom-Ron DeSantis Debate Actually Happen?

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 19:48:00 -0000

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has challenged Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to a debate, which could be a preview of the 2024 presidential election. Could DeSantis use the opportunity to show why he'd be a better candidate than Donald Trump? Plus, Joe Biden says the pandemic is over, and Sen. Joe Manchin's permitting deal could be in jeopardy.

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Elena Kagan vs. John Roberts on Supreme Court Legitimacy

Fri, 16 Sep 2022 22:43:00 -0000

Justice Elena Kagan echoes Democratic criticisms of the Supreme Court, saying that judges lose legitimacy if they become political. But isn't that the argument against Roe v. Wade in the first place? Meantime, Chief Justice John Roberts points to the Constitution and asks, if the Court can't legitimately interpret it, then who will?

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The Immigration War Between the States

Thu, 15 Sep 2022 20:34:00 -0000

While Texas Governor Greg Abbott continues to send busloads of migrants to Democratic strongholds, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis flew another group of migrants into Martha's Vineyard. Is this purely a political stunt, or is it highlighting the problems of "sanctuary city" policies? Plus, the Biden administration makes a tentative deal to avert a railway strike that could have further damaged the economy.

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Reading Lindsey Graham's 15-Week Abortion Bill

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 19:56:00 -0000

By proposing legislation to ban abortion nationwide at 15 weeks, with exceptions, Sen. Lindsey Graham might think he is drawing a line that Republicans can defend. But didn't conservatives argue for years after Roe v. Wade that abortion is a state issue? And won't this let Democrats change the subject from their own unpopular abortion proposals? Plus, Democrats get the Senate opponent they wanted in New Hampshire, as retired General Don Bolduc wins the GOP nomination.

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Democrats Boost Another MAGA Republican

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 19:36:00 -0000

New Hampshire's GOP Senate primary pits a mainstream candidate, Chuck Morse, against a retired general who has voiced conspiracy theories, Don Bolduc. So why are Democrats spending money to help Bolduc? Because they don't think he can beat Sen. Maggie Hassan. Plus, new figures show that consumer prices rose 8.3% year over year, which is not good news for Joe Biden.

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A Breakthrough by Ukrainian Forces Against Russia

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 20:21:00 -0000

Are the major gains by Ukrainian troops against Russia in northeastern Ukraine a turning point in the seventh-month war? Vladimir Putin faces difficult choices, and he's capable of anything, including the use of a tactical nuclear weapon. How would NATO respond?

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Queen Elizabeth II and Britain's New King Charles III

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 21:01:00 -0000

As the United Kingdom mourns the loss of its seven-decade monarch, King Charles III pledges to follow in her footsteps. But can he rise to the occasion to become a unifying figure for the U.K. and the Commonwealth? Plus, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen goes to Michigan to defend President Biden’s economic record.

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Is the War Turning in Ukraine's Favor?

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 19:28:00 -0000

To the surprise of many, Ukraine seems to be making gains after being at war with Russia for over six months. Could Vladimir Putin turn to more desperate measures in order to secure victory, including nuclear escalation? Plus, the U.S. pledges more financial and military aid to Ukraine, and leaders here and abroad try to come up with solutions to the worldwide energy crisis.

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California Super Sizes Its Fast Food Regulation

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 20:37:00 -0000

Governor Gavin Newsom signs a bill to create a state council that will oversee fast-food restaurants and might raise the minimum wage as high as $22 an hour. Could the unintended consequences include higher prices and restaurant closures? Plus, how does this fit into Newsom's rumored plans to run for President?

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The New British Prime Minister

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 20:35:00 -0000

While Liz Truss takes over as prime minister of the United Kingdom, the country is facing economic woes and an energy crisis. Will she be able to deliver growth and make a success of Brexit, as was pledged by her predecessor, Boris Johnson? Plus, Europe could be in for a long winter as Russia indefinitely stops the Nord Stream 1 natural-gas pipeline.

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What Test Scores Say About School Covid Closures

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 14:33:00 -0000

New results from the National Assessment of Educational Progress, or NAEP, show the damage done by lockdowns and remote learning, but are public officials or teachers unions now admitting that they were wrong? Plus, listeners write in on Alaska's ranked-choice voting system, student loan forgiveness, and the erosion of trust in government.

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Joe Biden's Speech on MAGA Republicans

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 21:47:00 -0000

During an address in Philadelphia, Biden says he is trying to stop an extreme force that threatens American democracy. But is this just political rhetoric, meant to insert Donald Trump into the November midterms? Plus, do the August jobs numbers show an overall economic turnaround, or is a recession still a possibility?

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Which Party Has Momentum Heading Towards November's Election?

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 20:30:00 -0000

A new Wall Street Journal poll shows Democrats gaining ground as the fall campaign gets underway. What's behind the party's comeback, and what can Republicans do to counter it? Plus, Sarah Palin's defeat in an Alaska special election for the House highlights the impact of ranked-choice voting.

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What the FBI Discovered at Mar-a-Lago

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 22:00:00 -0000

The Justice Department explains in a court filing that the FBI's raid on Mar-a-Lago found more than 100 classified documents, including three that were apparently in Donald Trump's office, not the club's locked storage area. But does this get prosecutors closer to justifying a criminal indictment? Plus, Michigan voters might face an all-or-nothing referendum on abortion rights on the November ballot.

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The Bigness Agenda of Biden's Antitrust Enforcers

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 20:07:00 -0000

The Federal Trade Commission files a lawsuit to block Meta, formerly Facebook, from merging with a virtual-reality app developer. But is the government really defending fair competition here, or is the FTC merely skeptical of large companies, per se? Plus, Mark Zuckerberg explains Facebook's thinking in throttling the 2020 story about Hunter Biden's laptop.

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Jerome Powell Speaks, Markets Take a Dive

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 19:14:00 -0000

Did the Federal Reserve Chairman’s speech on Friday finally convince investors that the central bank means what it says about getting inflation back down to 2%? Plus, Europe faces a winter energy crisis, with implications for Ukraine and lessons for America.

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The FBI's Mar-a-Lago Raid Affidavit

Fri, 26 Aug 2022 22:08:00 -0000

A Florida judge releases the affidavit used to justify the FBI's raid on Mar-a-Lago, but how much new information does it provide the public, given the heavy redactions? Plus, the Potomac Watch team answers listener emails on the 2022 elections and President Joe Biden's plan to forgive student loans.

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Biden's Costly and Illegal Debt Cancellation

Thu, 25 Aug 2022 20:06:00 -0000

The President cancels student-loan debt for some 43 million Americans at a cost of half a trillion dollars. But even he had previously doubted he could do this without approval by Congress, which never appropriated a dime for it. Will it work politically for Democrats?

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From Red Wave to Republican Ripple

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 19:35:00 -0000

Democrats claim midterm election momentum after they win a special election for Congress in New York where Republicans were favored. Has the Supreme Court's decision on abortion rights changed the political climate enough for Democrats to hold the House in November? Plus, Joe Biden unilaterally forgives student debt without Congressional approval.

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New York's Democratic Rumble in the Concrete Jungle

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 19:25:00 -0000

Tuesday's House primary in Manhattan is a battle of East Side versus West Side, Rep. Jerry Nadler vs. Rep. Carolyn Maloney. If Democrats regret this choice, they have only themselves to blame. Meantime, Floridians consider whether Nikki Fried or Charlie Crist is best equipped to take on Gov. Ron DeSantis. Plus, a magistrate judge asks to see proposed redactions to the FBI affidavit related to the search of President Trump's Mar-a-Lago.

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Mitch McConnell to the GOP Senate Rescue

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 19:35:00 -0000

Republican candidates endorsed by Donald Trump won several of the primaries for Senate in key states. But now they're struggling in the general elections, and they're counting on the Super Pac affiliated with Senate Minority Leader McConnell to save their campaigns.

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The CDC Needs More Than a Makeover

Fri, 19 Aug 2022 21:55:00 -0000

Rochelle Walensky, the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, is using the agency's Covid-19 pandemic failures to justify an overhaul focused on "action" and "equity." But is this truly the kind of tough medicine that the CDC needs, or does the bungled response to monkeypox demonstrate that it hasn't learned its lessons?

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Did the Mar-a-Lago Search Boost Donald Trump Politically?

Thu, 18 Aug 2022 19:28:00 -0000

Republican support for the former President seems to be rising since the FBI search of his home last week. Plus, former Trump Organization CFO Allen Weisselberg pleads guilty to tax fraud while working for the Trump Organization.

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The Growing Suspicion of ESG Investing

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 19:50:00 -0000

Nineteen state Attorneys General tell the investing giant BlackRock that it seems to be pushing a social agenda over financial returns. How did ESG investing sneak so far into the economy, and is this the start of a backlash? Plus, Rep. Liz Cheney isn't going quietly after her primary loss in Wyoming, and will Alaska's ranked-choice voting system deliver a win to Sarah Palin?

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Liz Cheney's Last Stand?

Tue, 16 Aug 2022 20:17:00 -0000

Tuesday's elections include the hotly anticipated primary in Wyoming between Rep. Liz Cheney and challenger Harriet Hageman, which has become a referendum on the Jan. 6 committee and Donald Trump. Plus, Sarah Palin looks for a comeback in Alaska amid debate about the state's new ranked-choice voting system, and the Inflation Reduction Act heads to Joe Biden's desk.

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The Lessons of the Afghanistan Exit, One Year Later

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 19:21:00 -0000

Joe Biden's chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan last August was a tragedy for that country and a humiliation for the U.S. A year later, what are the consequences of that decision? Did the damage to U.S. credibility undercut deterrence against Vladimir Putin as he contemplated his invasion of Ukraine?

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What's in the FBI's Mar-a-Lago Warrant?

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 22:16:00 -0000

The details of the search warrant on Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago home revealed little, and the list of items seized includes vague references to "Top Secret Documents." Are we any closer to getting the full story, and should Attorney General Merrick Garland say more? Plus, could this come down to a dispute over the President's broad power to declassify documents?

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Could Donald Trump Be Disqualified From Running in 2024?

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 21:08:00 -0000

The Justice Department and New York Attorney General accelerate their legal pursuit of the former President. But do they want to block him from running for President again, or keep the public focus on him so he stays the face of the GOP in 2022 and 2024?

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Joe Biden Touts 'Zero Percent' Inflation

Wed, 10 Aug 2022 19:17:00 -0000

Prices are up 8.5% from July 2021, the Labor Department says, but President Biden wants to talk about the monthly figure. So is inflation really cooling? Will Democrats take credit, though the House has yet to pass the Inflation Reduction Act? And might the Federal Reserve slow its pace on interest rates? Plus, Tim Michels wins the GOP gubernatorial nod in Wisconsin with the help of Donald Trump's endorsement, and Rep. Ilhan Omar narrowly beats a primary challenge in Minnesota.

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The FBI Search on President Trump's Mar-a-Lago

Tue, 09 Aug 2022 20:37:00 -0000

A day after the FBI executed a search warrant on President Trump's home in Florida, there are still more questions than answers. What could have prompted such an unprecedented move by the Justice Department, and what are the ramifications if this proves to be prosecutorial overreach? Plus, the GOP primary in Wisconsin once again puts the focus on the certification of the 2020 election.

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The Schumer-Manchin Bill and the Midterm Elections

Mon, 08 Aug 2022 19:51:00 -0000

Democrats are celebrating their victory in passing the tax, climate and health bill through the Senate, hoping it will help them keep their majorities in Congress in November. But will Americans like the bill as they learn what's in it, and will really reduce inflation?

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Kyrsten Sinema Tweaks the Tax-and-Spend Bill

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 22:27:00 -0000

After more than a week of silence, Arizona Sen. Kyrsten Sinema says she won't block the reconciliation bill, but she does want changes, including a 1% tax on stock buybacks. Plus, the panel responds to listeners' emails on Republican primaries, inflation, and the proposed changes to the Electoral Count Act.

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The Fallout From Nancy Pelosi's Taiwan Visit

Thu, 04 Aug 2022 19:34:00 -0000

Tensions remain high after Nancy Pelsoi's visit to Taiwan, including Chinese military exercises around the island and boycotts of Taiwanese goods. Did anything good come from the visit, and how ready is the U.S. military to defend Taiwan? Plus, the Senate approves the entry of Sweden and Finland into NATO, with an odd dissent from Sen. Josh Hawley.

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Arizona's GOP Race for Governor is Too Close to Call

Wed, 03 Aug 2022 19:49:00 -0000

Tuesday's Republican primary between Kari Lake and Karrin Taylor Robson still isn't over, and it could get ugly if the margin ends up exceedingly narrow. Plus, how to parse primary results in Missouri and Michigan, an anti-abortion referendum fails in Kansas, and the devil is in the details when looking at the Schumer-Manchin permitting deal.

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Arizona, Missouri and the GOP's Senate Prospects

Tue, 02 Aug 2022 19:42:00 -0000

With inflation near 9% and Joe Biden in the White House, Republicans seemed bullish about taking back the Senate in November's elections. But as voters in Arizona and Missouri go to the primary polls, the GOP's untested candidates elsewhere seem to be struggling. Plus, Donald Trump's and Mike Pence's dueling endorsements reveal the Republican divide.

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Can Anything Stop the Schumer-Manchin Deal?

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 22:10:00 -0000

The official Congressional scorekeeper finds the bill would raise taxes on nearly everyone. Will Arizona Sen. Kyrsten Sinema go along? Plus, moderate House Democrats might vote for a bill that doesn't have the state and local tax deductions they were insisting on.

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Joe Manchin's Permitting Deal Remains a Mystery

Fri, 29 Jul 2022 21:29:00 -0000

His tax-and-spend agreement with Sen. Chuck Schumer is delighting Democrats and frustrating Republicans, but what is Manchin getting in the bargain? The West Virginian says Democratic leaders have promised him reforms to federal permitting. But no details are public, and Joe Biden is already busy undoing Donald Trump's effort to streamline the National Environmental Policy Act of 1970.

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The White House Says It's Not a Recession

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 20:46:00 -0000

The U.S. economy shrank for the second straight quarter, and should we call it a recession or stagflation? Plus, Senators Joe Manchin and Chuck Schumer make a deal on taxes and spending, making Senate Republicans look like chumps.

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Nancy Pelosi's Taiwan Trip Dilemma

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 19:24:00 -0000

Speaker Nancy Pelosi hasn't confirmed reports that she plans to visit Taiwan, but Joe Biden, the U.S. military, and the Chinese foreign ministry are all weighing in on the idea. What could a visit like that accomplish, and how might China respond if it actually happens? Plus, Russia attacks the port in Odessa shortly after signing a grain deal with Ukraine, and two candidates remain in the race to replace Boris Johnson as British Prime Minister.

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Democratic House Staffers Protest...Chuck Schumer?

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 20:26:00 -0000

Six employees of Democratic members of Congress are arrested for occupying Sen. Chuck Schumer's office to campaign for climate-change legislation. Does this tactic make any sense, and is it the kind of thing that could get worse if congressional offices continue to unionize? Plus, what does it say about the Democratic Party's division between progressives and moderates?

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A Crucial Week for the U.S. Economy

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 19:04:00 -0000

The Federal Reserve is expected to raise interest rates again, even as the economy is slowing. Elizabeth Warren and Larry Summers square off on whether the Fed is right to keep tightening money. Who's right?

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The Jan. 6 Committee Rests Its Case (For Now)

Fri, 22 Jul 2022 21:31:00 -0000

The House inquiry into the Capitol riot uses its final summer hearing to show that Donald Trump refused to send help once the violence began. What evidence did the committee reveal, and where is it going from here? Plus, does Steve Bannon's conviction for contempt of Congress raise the pressure on other witnesses to testify?

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A Bipartisan Overhaul of the Electoral Count Act

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 21:09:00 -0000

Sen. Joe Manchin and Sen. Susan Collins unveiled their proposal to update the 1887 Electoral Count Act in the wake of the chaos on Jan. 6. Will the new legislation get the 60 votes needed to fix the antiquated law that's been exploited by both parties? Plus, Joe Biden tests positive for Covid-19 and a look at how a semiconductor bill is expanding in the Senate thanks to Sen. Chuck Schumer.

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Biden Considers Declaring a Climate Emergency

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 18:53:00 -0000

Under pressure from progressives, Joe Biden is weighing whether to declare a national emergency to fight climate change, as well as an emergency to protect abortion access. What powers do such declarations unlock, and would they be vulnerable to legal challenge? Plus, a legal gun owner stops a mass shooting in an Indiana mall, upending the political debate over gun control and the Supreme Court's rulings on the Second Amendment.

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Do Chip Makers Need $75 Billion From Taxpayers?

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 19:32:00 -0000

Congress debates billions in subsidies for the semiconductor industry, ostensibly to prevent China from dominating the field. But isn't industrial policy a fool's errand, especially given the volatile nature of computer technology? Where is the Republican opposition to this bill?

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What Did Joe Biden's Saudi Arabia Visit Accomplish?

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 21:09:00 -0000

With a controversial fist bump and claims of confronting Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman about the killing of Jamel Khashoggi, Joe Biden's visit to Saudi Arabia ended with criticism, mostly from his own party. But was any progress made to end the world energy crisis? Plus, Sen. Bernie Sanders accuses Sen. Joe Manchin of "sabotaging" Joe Biden's agenda, but Manchin might be doing more good for Democrats than they realize.

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Joe Manchin Shakes Up Democratic Plans

Fri, 15 Jul 2022 21:40:00 -0000

After this month's 9.1% inflation figure, the West Virginia moderate says he won't support a reconciliation bill with climate spending and tax increases. But what does Manchin mean when he says he can still vote for a deal on prescription drugs? Plus, listeners write in with questions about codifying Roe v. Wade, the Supreme Court leak, the Covid-19 emergency, and California Gov. Gavin Newsom's chances in 2024.

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Joe Biden Heads to Israel and Saudi Arabia

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 20:34:00 -0000

During his first trip to the Middle East as President, Joe Biden's plan to keep a nuclear weapon out of the hands of Iran diplomatically is met with strong pushback from Israeli Prime Minister Yair Lapid. Is a show of force the only solution? Plus, Joe Biden's energy policies have caused him to have to sit down with leaders in Saudi Arabia, despite the country's record on human rights and murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.

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How the White House Is Spinning 9.1% Inflation

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 20:52:00 -0000

As inflation hits another 40-year high, the White House says the new figures are already "out of date." But how will they affect the Federal Reserve's thinking on interest rates, and is a recession with high unemployment required to get inflation under control, as the economist Larry Summers suggests? Plus, Chuck Schumer and Joe Manchin are still looking for a reconciliation deal for Democrats to approve.

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Why the Covid-19 Emergency Won't Expire, Again

Tue, 12 Jul 2022 20:27:00 -0000

The Biden Administration reportedly plans to extend the Covid-19 public health emergency, which is currently set to end July 15. That means continued pandemic eligibility rules for Medicaid and food stamps, but the emergency has to end sometime, and the unemployment rate is 3.6%. Plus, Donald Trump weighs an early announcement of a 2024 presidential campaign, which could shake up the November midterms.

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Elon Musk Ends his Twitter Bid, and Shinzo Abe's Legacy in Japan

Mon, 11 Jul 2022 20:10:00 -0000

In the latest twist in a long saga, Elon Musk abandons his plan to buy Twitter. What does that mean for the social-media site and its progressive censorship of alternative views? Plus, why Shinzo Abe, who was assassinated last week, was a great friend of America and the cause of freedom in the Pacific.

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The FDA's War on Juul E-Cigarettes

Fri, 08 Jul 2022 22:14:00 -0000

After announcing it would order Juul vaping products off the market, the Food and Drug Administration has stopped short. But it's hard to miss the contradiction in the scrutiny on vaping, as the country also liberalizes its marijuana laws. Plus, Joe Biden signs an executive order to protect access to abortion after the Supreme Court's reversal of Roe v. Wade.

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Boris Johnson Resigns as British Prime Minister

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 19:33:00 -0000

After leading the historic Brexit movement and showing strong support for Ukraine after the invasion by Russia, Boris Johnson stepped down amid a swirl of controversy. But was it the lockdown party scandal that did him in, or was it his economic and energy policies? Plus, what can American conservatives learn from his fall?

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Biden's Latest Inflation Scapegoat: Gas Stations

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 20:24:00 -0000

First it was the pandemic, then it was Vladimir Putin, and now President Biden is blaming greedy gas-station owners for high prices at the pump. When will he admit his own policies might be the problem? Plus, listeners write in with questions about Biden's age, the presidential prospects of California Gov. Gavin Newsom, and the party politics of abortion laws.

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Does New York's Gun Law Flout the Supreme Court?

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 20:58:00 -0000

New York Governor Kathy Hochul signs new gun restrictions for "sensitive places," plus a "good moral character" standard for concealed-carry permits. But is the state flouting the Supreme Court's opinion in its gun ruling last month? Plus, the Marshal of the Court asks state and local officials to stop the protests outside the Justices' homes.

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Joe Biden Wants to Nuke the Filibuster (Again)

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 22:43:00 -0000

The President is calling for an "exception" to the Senate's filibuster to codify abortion rights, and he previously said the same thing about voting legislation. Doesn't he think Republicans will return the favor when they retake power? Plus, the Supreme Court ends its term with rulings on the "Remain in Mexico" policy and Native American reservations in Oklahoma.

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A Historic Supreme Court Term Ends With a Bang on Climate Regulation

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 19:08:00 -0000

The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 against the Environmental Protection Agency, saying it overstepped its authority in trying to limit emissions in the name of fighting climate change. So if this decision puts more power in the hands of lawmakers on Capitol Hill, why are Democrats like Chuck Schumer so vehemently criticizing it? Plus, Joe Biden heads to Europe to praise NATO's unity against Russia, and the panel answers a listener's email about presidential criticisms of the Supreme Court and the Dobbs leak.

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Where Is the House Jan. 6 Inquiry Going?

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 19:59:00 -0000

White House aide Cassidy Hutchinson testifies that President Trump knew members of the crowd were armed before the Capitol riot, but is the committee getting closer to showing that crimes were committed? Attorney General Merrick Garland has said he is watching closely, but unlike the committee's hearings, any trial would be an adversarial process with a vigorous defense.

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What a Coach's Prayer Means for the First Amendment

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 20:07:00 -0000

Republican voters are choosing an opponent for Governor Kathy Hochul, but could blue New York really turn red? Plus Democrats meddle in GOP primaries in Illinois and Colorado, and the Supreme Court's opinion upholding a football coach's right to pray on the field could have major implications for church and state.

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A Historic Week at the Supreme Court

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 20:18:00 -0000

With the Supreme Court ruling in favor of religious schools in Maine and a football coach's right to pray in public, plus the historic overturning of Roe v. Wade, the conservative legal movement are winning cases at an unprecedented rate. So why now? And will Democrats plan on going as far as they can to fight these decisions, including threatening the impeachment of Justices?

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The Supreme Court Overturns Roe v. Wade

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 22:40:00 -0000

In a historic 6-3 ruling, the Justices uphold Mississippi's ban on abortions after 15 weeks, while a 5-4 majority reverses Roe v. Wade to send abortion policy back to the states. President Biden responds that Congress could pass a national abortion law, but would that be unconstitutional? And will rallying the Democratic base on this issue upend the November elections?

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A Gun Law Reversal at the Supreme Court

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 19:17:00 -0000

In a 6-3 decision led by Justice Clarence Thomas, the Supreme Court struck down a New York law on issuing concealed-weapons permits by saying it was in violation of the Second Amendment. So where does that leave Joe Biden and others who opposed the ruling? Plus, the Senate advances a bipartisan gun safety bill despite complaints from some Republicans, including Donald Trump.

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Theories vs. Evidence at the Jan. 6 Hearings

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 20:08:00 -0000

Officials from Arizona and Georgia testify that Donald Trump's legal team provided no evidence in 2020 for his claims that the election had been stolen. So why does Trump continue to repeat disproven theories? Plus, the Supreme Court rules in favor of religious parents excluded from Maine's school-choice program.

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Joe Biden Weighs a Gas Tax Holiday

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 20:40:00 -0000

Voters go to the polls in Virginia and Alabama, as a Republican Senate candidate in Missouri, former Gov. Eric Greitens, faces backlash for a "RINO hunting" ad. Plus, Joe Biden considers whether to call for a holiday on the 18.4-cent federal gas tax. But could that get through Congress, and with gas prices near $5 a gallon nationwide, would voters even give Biden credit for savings of 18.4 cents?

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Democrats Suddenly Discover Joe Biden Is 79

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 14:16:00 -0000

As Joe Biden's approval numbers sag, Democrats begin saying that his age means he should step aside in 2024. Why the sudden change, since this question was treated as taboo in 2020, and where would Democrats turn if Biden declined to run for re-election? Plus, Sarah Palin leads a 48-candidate field in a race for Alaska's only House seat.

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What the Jan. 6 Committee Is Missing

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 22:19:00 -0000

As Donald Trump roars back at the House inquiry into the Capitol riot of Jan. 6, 2021, why isn't Congress moving more swiftly to head off a repeat by repealing the Electoral Count Act? Plus, why are investigators now seeking the testimony of Ginni Thomas, the wife of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas?

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The Jan. 6th Committee Focuses on Mike Pence

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 20:12:00 -0000

The January 6th Committee examines how much pressure Donald Trump put on Mike Pence to overturn the results of the 2020 election. Plus, the Capitol Police casts doubts on claims from Democrats that Republicans led "reconnaissance tours" of the Capitol days before the riots, and the White House says oil companies have a "patriotic duty" to lower gas prices.

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Does the Fed Have What It Takes to Tame Inflation?

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 19:37:00 -0000

Faced with 8.6% inflation, the Federal Reserve raises interest rates by 75 basis points, the largest increase since 1994. But instead of acknowledging Washington's mistakes, Joe Biden continues to blame oil companies and Vladimir Putin for rising prices at the gas pump. Plus, Donald Trump's influence is tested by this week's primaries in South Carolina, as the GOP flips a Hispanic district in Texas.

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Does the Senate Have a Deal on Gun Legislation?

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 20:21:00 -0000

Twenty Republicans and Democrats announce a framework for gun legislation in response to the school shooting in Uvalde, Texas. How does the plan balance the Second Amendment with proposals like expanded background checks and "red flag" laws? Plus, the House finally moves on a bill to increase security for the families of Supreme Court Justices, and a listener suggests one way President Biden could lower the temperature.

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Ukraine Loses Territory as It's Outgunned by Russia

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 20:39:00 -0000

Jillian Melchior from Kyiv and Adam O'Neal join Paul Gigot with the latest on Russia's artillery offensive that is gaining ground in eastern Ukraine. The country needs more missiles and artillery, which have been slow to arrive from the U.S. and Europe.

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Inflation Hits a 40-Year High, Again

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 22:23:00 -0000

Consumer prices are up 8.6% since last year, with big numbers for food and energy, but also worrying "core" inflation. How long can Joe Biden keep blaming Russia for what he is still calling "Putin's price hike"? Plus, the House committee investigating the Jan. 6 Capitol riot makes its primetime debut with evidence against Donald Trump, but perhaps without achieving what Democrats hope.

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The Politically Motivated Threat Against Justice Brett Kavanaugh

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 19:48:00 -0000

When an armed man was arrested outside Brett Kavanaugh's home, many focused on elected officials who have contributed to creating such a volatile and dangerous political atmosphere. So why has the House not voted on a bill to protect the families of Supreme Court Justices, and why has the press underplayed the incident? Plus, the January 6 Committee's hearings begin in primetime with questions about what new information the American people will learn about that fateful day.

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Chesa Boudin's Recall / Gasoline Nears $5 a Gallon

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 19:26:00 -0000

San Francisco voters oust District Attorney Chesa Boudin, as Rick Caruso leads the race for Mayor of Los Angeles, pending a runoff with progressive Rep. Karen Bass. Is California ready for a more moderate direction, and could Rick Caruso be L.A.'s version of former New York Mayor Mike Bloomberg? Plus, average gas prices nationwide are hitting record highs, and new OPEC oil production is unlikely to help.

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Are California Voters Fed Up With Crime?

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 20:23:00 -0000

San Francisco District Attorney Chesa Boudin faces a recall election, as ex-Republican Rick Caruso gains ground in the race for Mayor of Los Angeles. Is this the end of the progressive calls to "defund the police" and go easy on criminals? The panel also surveys other primaries, from Iowa to New Jersey. Plus, Dr. Mehmet Oz is finally declared the GOP nominee for Senate in Pennsylvania.

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Why Ilya Shapiro Resigned From Georgetown

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 18:37:00 -0000

Potomac Watch's Paul Gigot speaks with Ilya Shapiro about his decision to resign as the executive director of Georgetown Law’s Center for the Constitution, despite being recently reinstated. Shapiro takes listeners inside the original decision to suspend him for an outspoken tweet, and takes a look at the upcoming Supreme Court decision which could alter the future of Roe v. Wade.

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Joe Biden's Call for New Gun Laws

Fri, 03 Jun 2022 22:14:00 -0000

In a televised speech, President Biden says the school shooting in Uvalde, Texas, should prompt the U.S. to ban "assault weapons," raise the purchase age to 21, expand background checks, and more. But where will courts draw the line on the Second Amendment, and what kind of compromise is possible in a 50-50 Senate?

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The Queen's Platinum Jubilee and the Future of the Crown

Thu, 02 Jun 2022 19:28:00 -0000

As the United Kingdom celebrates Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee, discussions about who will be next to ascend to the throne have begun. Plus, while Janet Yellen admits she underestimated the damage done by inflation, Joe Biden proposes a three-point plan to tackle the problem.

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Clinton Lawyer Michael Sussmann Is 'Not Guilty'

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 20:04:00 -0000

A Washington, D.C., jury acquits Hillary Clinton campaign lawyer Michael Sussmann of lying to the FBI. But how much did the trial by Special Counsel John Durham reveal about the attempt to discredit Donald Trump in 2016? Plus, parsing Joe Biden's muddled message on sending missiles to Ukraine, and responding to listener emails on the White House's plan to forgive student loans.

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Biden Says No to Long-Range Missiles for Ukraine

Tue, 31 May 2022 20:34:00 -0000

Is the West losing interest in helping Ukraine stand up to Vladimir Putin's aggression? The European Union is imposing a ban on Russian oil imports. But President Biden says the U.S. won't send Ukraine any missiles that could strike Russian territory, and the tanks promised by Germany apparently haven't arrived. Plus, many Republicans in Congress voted against the latest aid package.

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Is Florida's Facebook Law Unconstitutional?

Mon, 30 May 2022 18:00:00 -0000

Federal courts are ruling on the laws that Florida and Texas passed last year to curb censorship on social-media sites. What are those judges saying about free speech and the First Amendment, and is this likely headed to the Supreme Court? Plus, Elon Musk casts new doubt on his deal to purchase Twitter.

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The Debt Monster That Could Eat Washington

Fri, 27 May 2022 22:46:00 -0000

The Congressional Budget Office releases a report showing that while tax revenues are booming, they aren't keeping up with Washington's appetite to spend money. What will it take to wake up Congress? Plus, Joe Biden reportedly plans to forgive $10,000 in federal student debt per borrower, leading a listener to ask if any student-loan reforms are on the way.

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The Aftermath of the Uvalde School Shooting

Thu, 26 May 2022 21:38:00 -0000

The horrific shooting that killed 19 children in Uvalde, Texas, has re-opened a debate over mental illness, safety precautions at schools, police readiness, and gun control. Plus, Beto O'Rourke uses the massacre to boost his campaign for Texas governor, and controversy surrounds the NRA convention scheduled for Houston on Friday.

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Trump's Revenge Tour Falls Short in Georgia

Wed, 25 May 2022 19:52:00 -0000

Governor Brian Kemp and Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger easily triumphed over two Republican primary challengers who were endorsed by Donald Trump. Does that suggest Trump's influence over the GOP is waning, as voters move on from his claims about a stolen election in 2020? Plus, the panel discusses races in Texas and Alabama and responds to a listener email about what President Biden's overreach means for the November midterms.

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Georgia's Primary is a Trump Grudge Match

Tue, 24 May 2022 20:30:00 -0000

As voters go to the polls in Georgia, Vice President Mike Pence is rooting for incumbent Governor Brian Kemp, while President Donald Trump has strongly supported a Republican challenger, David Perdue. But the polls suggest GOP voters are no longer focused on Trump's 2020 loss, but on finding the best Republican who can beat Democrat Stacey Abrams in November. Plus, what to look for in Texas and Alabama as the primary results arrive.

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Did Joe Biden Commit Another Gaffe Over Defending Taiwan?

Mon, 23 May 2022 20:45:00 -0000

On his Asian trip the President seems to suggest a change in U.S. policy, but the White House quickly walks it back. Plus, why did the Administration omit Taiwan from its new Indo-Pacific Economic Framework?

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A Hillary Clinton Bombshell at the Sussmann Trial

Fri, 20 May 2022 22:53:00 -0000

Trial testimony reveals that Hillary Clinton personally approved a plan to plant a false story about Russia's Alfa Bank and the Trump campaign in 2016. Plus, Donald Trump recommends Mehmet Oz declare victory before all the votes have been counted in Pennsylvania, and the contest between Georgia Governor Brian Kemp and David Perdue enters the homestretch.

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Joe Biden's Baby Formula Shortage Plan

Thu, 19 May 2022 19:12:00 -0000

Joe Biden tries to end the nationwide baby formula shortage, but were government programs the cause of the crisis in the first place? Plus, a $40 billion aid package for Ukraine passes Congress, but a group of Republicans vote no. Were they right?

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Dr. Oz and David McCormick in Overtime

Wed, 18 May 2022 20:13:00 -0000

Pennsylvania's hotly contested GOP Senate primary is still undecided, with Mehmet Oz and David McCormick potentially headed toward a recount. Could Donald Trump's endorsement have been the deciding factor? Plus, Pennsylvania Republicans nominate Doug Mastriano for Governor, while progressive candidates surge, and Rep. Madison Cawthorn loses after becoming plagued by scandal.

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A Clinton Campaign Lawyer Goes on Trial

Tue, 17 May 2022 20:08:00 -0000

Michael Sussmann, charged with making a false statement to the FBI, goes to trial in federal court, the first case stemming from Special Counsel John Durham's probe into the 2016 Trump/Russia investigation. But if Sussmann duped the FBI, what does it say about how the bureau handled its business? Plus, Jeff Bezos picks a fight with President Biden over raising the corporate tax rate. Does the Amazon founder have a point about taxes not being the solution to inflation?

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Pivotal Primaries for Senate and Governor in Pennsylvania

Mon, 16 May 2022 21:18:00 -0000

Years-old tweets, outside money groups and an endorsement from Donald Trump all are factors in a three-way race for the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate in Pennsylvania. So who will come out on top after Tuesday's primary: Kathy Barnette, David McCormick, or Dr. Oz? Plus, Republicans raise concerns about the electability of the frontrunner for the GOP nomination for Governor.

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Is the Cryptocurrency Crash an Economic Alarm?

Fri, 13 May 2022 21:52:00 -0000

The stock market is on a rollercoaster, and traders of cryptocurrencies like bitcoin have watched $1 trillion in value disappear in six months. Is there a risk here of economic contagion, and is Jerome Powell less likely to blink now that he's secured a second term as Federal Reserve Chair? Plus, Rand Paul holds up $40 billion in aid to Ukraine, and the House Jan. 6 Committee subpoenas Republican Congressmen, including Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy.

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Senate Democrats' Message Vote on Abortion Fails

Thu, 12 May 2022 19:01:00 -0000

Democrats in the Senate fail to pass a bill expanding abortion, losing Joe Manchin in the process. Was the vote smart politics, and how is the abortion issue playing out inside and outside the Supreme Court? Plus, Finland and Sweden are poised to join NATO, which isn't what Vladimir Putin had in mind by invading Ukraine.

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A Union Drive in the Halls of Congress

Wed, 11 May 2022 19:48:00 -0000

The House of Representatives votes to let its staffers unionize. But how is this supposed to work in practice, and if Congress wants to retain and attract talented aides, why not simply give them a raise? Plus, the inflation picture doesn't improve for Joe Biden, and Elon Musk says Donald Trump's ban from Twitter was "morally wrong."

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Biden's Inflation Speech and the 2022 Midterms

Tue, 10 May 2022 20:10:00 -0000

With new inflation data coming this week, Joe Biden again points the finger at supply chain issues and the Russian invasion of Ukraine. But does he have any new ideas to ease inflation before the November elections, and why does he keep bringing up Republican Sen. Rick Scott? Plus, an Amazon warehouse on Staten Island, N.Y., votes down a plan for unionization.

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Protesters Picket the Homes of Supreme Court Justices Over Abortion

Mon, 09 May 2022 19:36:00 -0000

After the leak of the Supreme Court draft opinion reversing Roe v. Wade, the political debate grows heated as demonstrators visit the homes of Justices and the Senate prepares to vote on a law that would override 50 state abortion laws. Plus, where does the war in Ukraine stand on what was supposed to be Vladimir Putin's victory day?

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Democrats Claim the Justices Lied About Abortion

Fri, 06 May 2022 22:28:00 -0000

The conservative Supreme Court Justices who might overturn Roe v. Wade were asked about the 1973 precedent during their Senate confirmation hearings. What did they actually say, and how does it compare to the language that liberal Justices have used to parry questions about gun rights? Plus, with a mixed jobs report and the Federal Reserve raising rates, what are Americans to make of Joe Biden's economy?

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Democrats See an Election Chance on Abortion

Thu, 05 May 2022 19:17:00 -0000

President Biden says the repeal of Roe v. Wade will lead to a string of lost rights for Americans. Is this accurate and a winning political strategy, and could Republican lawmakers on the state level feel the pressure to address abortion as they haven't before?

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Does Ohio Show Trump's Midterm Power?

Wed, 04 May 2022 19:43:00 -0000

J.D. Vance wins the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate in Ohio, showing that President Trump's endorsement still has weight for GOP voters. Yet Democratic candidate Rep. Tim Ryan, in contrast to others in his party, doesn't seem to think that running against Trumpism is a winning strategy. Plus, as the rhetoric around Roe v. Wade heats up, should the Supreme Court expedite its official ruling, instead of doing business as usual?

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The Supreme Court's Leak on Roe v. Wade

Tue, 03 May 2022 19:37:00 -0000

A leaked draft opinion by Justice Samuel Alito shows that the High Court might be preparing to strike down Roe v. Wade, which would return abortion policy to the states. How much can we read into this draft, which dates to February? Will the Court investigate the leak? And what could overturning Roe mean for the midterm elections? Plus, Ohio and Indiana hold primaries that will test Donald Trump's sway with Republican voters.

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What Is the Disinformation Governance Board Trying to Accomplish?

Mon, 02 May 2022 20:47:00 -0000

Why is the Biden administration creating a Disinformation Governance Board, and will it promote more mistrust than it prevents? Plus, Nancy Pelosi leads a delegation to Ukraine as Joe Biden requests $33 billion in aid for the country to resist Russia's invasion.

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Can Biden Legally Forgive Student Debt?

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 21:45:00 -0000

With seven months to go before the November elections, Democrats want to shore up young voters by forgiving up to $50,000 a person in student loans. President Biden says he is considering it, although he has a lower dollar figure in mind. But is this even legal? And would it create a backlash from voters who didn't go to college at all, or who already worked hard to pay off their debt?

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A Slowing Economy Gives Americans Another Reason to Worry

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 20:34:00 -0000

The economy shrank by 1.4% in the first quarter. Does it signal stagflation or a recession ahead? And how should the Federal Reserve respond?

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Vladimir Putin Cuts Off Gas to Two NATO Allies

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 19:07:00 -0000

As Putin halts natural gas supplies to Poland and Bulgaria, Europe needs to move fast to end its reliance on Russian fossil fuels. American frackers could potentially fill Europe's energy gap, but President Biden and Congress need to act if they want to increase U.S. exports anytime soon. Plus, Germany finally provides some heavy weapons to Ukraine, while a Russian general exposes Putin's larger military ambitions.

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'Remain in Mexico' Gets a Supreme Court Hearing

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 19:27:00 -0000

The Justices hear oral arguments in Biden v. Texas, a case challenging the White House plan to end President Trump's "Remain in Mexico" policy for migrants. Meantime, Democrats are sprinting to oppose President Biden's proposal to stop Title 42 border expulsions. Plus, Elon Musk reaches a deal to buy Twitter, but the ramifications of the sale are yet to be seen.

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Kevin McCarthy Gets Caught Between Trump and the Truth About Jan. 6

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 21:29:00 -0000

The Republican leader wants to be the next Speaker of the House, but can he govern a fractious Republican caucus if the GOP takes the majority in November? One obstacle will be the demands of fealty from Donald Trump. Plus, the 2020 election takes center stage in a debate between Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp and challenger David Perdue.

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Florida Lays Siege to Disney's Magic Kingdom

Fri, 22 Apr 2022 21:32:00 -0000

The Florida Legislature, at the urging of Gov. Ron DeSantis, has voted to end a special tax district that lets Disney World run its own government. It's a response to Disney's criticism of the state's "don't say gay" bill. But is this worrying political retaliation, a lesson for CEOs to stay out of politics, or maybe both?

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The Crack in America's Nuclear Deterrence

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 20:33:00 -0000

Don't discount the possibility that Vladimir Putin could drop a tactical nuclear weapon in Eastern Europe, the CIA director recently warned. So why does President Biden's budget propose to cancel a U.S. cruise missile that could launch a similar American nuclear weapon from a submarine? Plus, Joe Biden announces another $800 million of military aid for Ukraine.

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Does Ukraine Have the Weapons to Win?

Wed, 20 Apr 2022 19:03:00 -0000

As Russian forces escalate their offensive in Ukraine's Donbas region, Volodymyr Zelensky says the war would have been over already if allies had sent Ukraine the necessary weapons to win. Joe Biden has pledged more military aid, but is it too late? Plus, the runoff election in France between Emmanuel Macron and Marine Le Pen enters its final days.

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Joe Biden's Airplane Mask Mandate Doesn't Fly

Tue, 19 Apr 2022 19:38:00 -0000

A federal judge rules against the Centers for Disease Control's mask rule for airlines, trains and even Ubers. Will the Biden Administration appeal, or is it quietly relieved to have the policy ended? Plus, the Republican National Committee decides not to participate in debates hosted by the Commission on Presidential Debates, but this doesn't mean the end of candidates sparring on TV.

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Joe Biden's Border Failures Are Poisoning Support for Immigration Reform

Mon, 18 Apr 2022 20:13:00 -0000

The White House decision to rescind Title 42, the Trump-era immigration policy, has Democrats running for political cover as border chaos spreads.

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Biden Sends Howitzers and Helicopters to Ukraine

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 22:03:00 -0000

The Biden Administration has approved another $800 million in military assistance to help Ukraine prepare for the next phase of Vladimir Putin's invasion. But will these weapons get into the right hands in time for them to be effective? Plus, Twitter enacts a "poison pill" provision in an effort to stop Elon Musk from buying out the social-media giant.

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The High Political Cost of Inflation for Joe Biden

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 19:59:00 -0000

Despite strong job creation and low unemployment, Joe Biden's job approval keeps falling. Is soaring inflation the cause? Plus, Finland and Sweden consider joining NATO in reaction to Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine.

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Will Democrats Ditch the Iowa Caucuses?

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 20:26:00 -0000

The Democratic Party is considering whether to change how it chooses presidential nominees. In part this is a response to the chaos of the 2020 Iowa caucuses, but Democrats also want earlier primaries in states that reflect the diversity of the party. Plus, Republicans are confident about making big gains in the 2022 midterm elections, but Mitch McConnell says don't underestimate the GOP's ability to mess things up.

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Is 8.5% Inflation Really 'Putin's Price Hike'?

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 19:19:00 -0000

Consumer prices are up 8.5% since last year, a four-decade high, and the White House is blaming Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine. But elevated inflation isn't limited to energy, and Joe Biden's plan to allow more sales of E15 gasoline, a higher-ethanol blend, is unlikely to make much difference. Plus, Elon Musk decides not to join the board of Twitter after all.

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A French Election With High Stakes for NATO

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 21:12:00 -0000

Emmanuel Macron will once again face a runoff against far-right candidate Marine Le Pen, but could inflation and the Russia-Ukraine conflict result in a different outcome than the one in 2017? Plus, Volodymyr Zelensky asks the U.S. and its allies for more military aid, and Donald Trump endorses television host Dr. Mehmet Oz for Senate, much to the chagrin of many of the former President's supporters.

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Elon Musk, Twitter and Free Speech

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 21:56:00 -0000

Now that the billionaire Elon Musk owns a 9.2% stake and a seat on the board of Twitter, are changes coming to the social-media giant? Plus, Musk is at the top of the Forbes billionaires list, but the numbers show why Joe Biden's pledge to make them pay their "fair share" would only cover a fraction of the spending that progressives want.

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Senate Democrats Revolt Against the End of Title 42

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 19:23:00 -0000

The Biden administration plans to end a Trump-era policy which turns away those trying to enter the country illegally at the border. Some Senate Democrats want an extension of Title 42 until the President comes up with a new policy, but does Joe Biden have one? Plus, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott wants to bus migrants to the U.S. Capitol and the panel discusses the lessons learned from Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson's confirmation to the Supreme Court.

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President Obama's Victory Lap for ObamaCare

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 20:07:00 -0000

Returning to the White House for the first time since 2017, Barack Obama stood with Joe Biden to celebrate the signing of the Affordable Care Act in 2010. But do his claims hold water that the law worked as intended, and why haven't Republicans offered a better alternative to the ACA? Plus, the Biden administration extends a freeze on repaying student loans.

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The Republican Votes for Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 20:08:00 -0000

With Mitt Romney, Lisa Murkowski and Susan Collins planning to support Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson, her confirmation to the Supreme Court seems secure. What's their strategy, and will this buy any Senate goodwill for the next Republican High Court nominee? Plus, a California judge blocks a law requiring diversity quotas for corporate boards.

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Joe Biden Wants A War-Crime Trial For Putin

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 21:56:00 -0000

After evidence of atrocities committed by the Russian army surfaced in the town of Bucha, Ukraine, Joe Biden called for Vladimir Putin to face trial for war crimes. How will the horrific images change the West's response to the war, and what is Russia's new war strategy as its forces retreat from trying to take Kyiv?

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The Progressive Plan to Save Joe Biden

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 21:27:00 -0000

With President Biden's poll numbers sagging, progressive Democrats think he should go big today to secure a victory in the November midterm elections. But what exactly do Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and others want Biden to do, and would ideas like forgiving student loans be popular? Plus, a judge rejects New York's gerrymander, as Tennessee changes its residency rules a week before the House filing deadline.

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Can Joe Biden Solve The Gas Price Problem?

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 19:41:00 -0000

Joe Biden announced the release of up to 180 million barrels of oil reserve to tackle soaring gas prices. But is this a viable solution to what the administration is calling "Putin's price hike at the pump?" Plus, Democrats are calling for the resignation of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas over his wife's texts to Mark Meadows, and David Weil loses a confirmation vote for a position at the Department of Labor.

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A Judge Says Trump Likely Broke the Law

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 19:22:00 -0000

Federal judge David Carter has ruled that Donald Trump most likely criminally obstructed Congress on Jan. 6, 2021, the day of the Capitol riot. But does the burden of proof in a civil case like this suggest real legal jeopardy? Plus, Sen. Joe Manchin opposes Joe Biden's billionaire tax, and the panel answers a listener's email about whether Supreme Court nominee Ketanji Brown Jackson will be a reliably liberal jurist.

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What's in Joe Biden $5.8 Trillion Budget Proposal?

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 18:35:00 -0000

President Biden unveils his 2023 budget proposal, including a "minimum tax" on billionaires that would treat their unrealized stock gains as income. But how is this supposed to work in practice? Does Biden's talk of increased military spending live up to the reality of the threats the U.S. is facing? And has he given up on Build Back Better?

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The White House Walks Back Biden's Comments on Putin

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 19:55:00 -0000

The President concluded a speech in Poland saying the Russian president "cannot remain in power," but his advisers quickly said regime change in Moscow is not U.S. policy. Was it a gaffe, or did Biden mean it? Plus, the text messages of Ginni Thomas, wife of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, are leaked to the Washington Post.

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Joe Biden Welcomes 100,000 Ukrainian Refugees

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 21:47:00 -0000

While in Europe for an emergency meeting of NATO and a trip to Poland, Joe Biden announces that the U.S. will accept 100,000 Ukrainian refugees. He also promises more U.S. natural gas for our European allies, but will his policies match his rhetoric? Plus, the panel answers a listener's question about whether the United Nations has a role to play in ending Russia's invasion.

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What Have We Learned About Ketanji Brown Jackson?

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 19:44:00 -0000

The Supreme Court nominee says she'll recuse herself from a case on racial preferences in Harvard admissions, but can we believe her claims to be a constitutional originalist? Plus, Joe Biden and NATO pledge to do more to help Ukraine at their emergency meeting.

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The Sounds of Ukraine's Refugee Crisis

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 19:56:00 -0000

Jillian Melchior joins the podcast from Lviv, Ukraine, to share what she is seeing on the ground and some of the stories of refugees fleeing the crossfire. Plus, the Securities and Exchange Commission proposes to make companies disclose climate risks.

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Joe Biden's Message to NATO on Ukraine

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 19:13:00 -0000

President Biden is heading to Europe to attend a NATO summit, as Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine continues to stall. What should Biden ask of America's allies, as the free world tries to deter further aggression and see Ukraine through the conflict? Plus, what does it mean that U.S. officials are now accusing Russia of war crimes?

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Supreme Court Nominee Ketanji Brown Jackson Faces Senate Scrutiny

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 19:40:00 -0000

Republicans are ready to explore her judicial philosophy, but charges that she's weak on crime aren't likely to succeed.

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Joe Biden Sends a Message to China on Ukraine

Fri, 18 Mar 2022 22:19:00 -0000

During a nearly two-hour videoconference call, Joe Biden told Xi Jinping there would be consequences if China lent its support to Russia as its invasion of Ukraine continues. But was the President able to convey a strong enough message to the Chinese leader? Plus, the panel debates the pros and cons of Sen. Marco Rubio's "Sunshine Protection Act," which calls for an end to changing the clock twice a year, making daylight-saving time permanent.

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How Ukraine Is Changing the Politics of Energy and Climate Change

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 19:45:00 -0000

Rising gasoline prices and Russia's invasion mean that energy security and costs matter more than climate policies.

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Volodymyr Zelensky's Passionate Plea To Joe Biden

Wed, 16 Mar 2022 18:32:00 -0000

In an address to Congress, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky made a direct plea to Joe Biden for him to take the lead in helping Ukraine defend against Russia and Vladimir Putin. But will his words and striking visuals push President Biden to give Zelensky the defenses he needs? Plus, Georgia plans to adopt a flat income tax, vying with other states to attract new businesses and residents.

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The Russia/Ukraine Conflict Creates a Humanitarian Crisis

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 21:23:00 -0000

As Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky prepares to address Congress to ask for assistance to fight Russia, refugees from Ukraine have been flowing into other parts of Europe. So what can the U.S. and other countries do to help? Plus, the panel discusses how the Federal Reserve has found itself in a no-win situation on various fronts.

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Will Joe Biden Take the Lead on Ukraine?

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 19:45:00 -0000

Despite calls for stronger actions to help Ukraine fight the forces of Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden has followed Congress and Europe more often than not. Is this a strategy, or is this part of who the President is? And how is the GOP handling the duty of being the loyal opposition in a war? Plus, the Biden administration pushes another nuclear deal with Iran despite a weekend missile attack.

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Biden Cuts Off Russian Seafood and Vodka

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 22:36:00 -0000

In another move to crush Vladimir Putin's economy, Joe Biden announces a plan to sever permanent normal trade relations with Russia, as well as to block imports of seafood and vodka. Is this another step away from globalization? Plus, Covid-19 funding goes missing from Congress's spending bill, as a new Wall Street Journal poll spells bad news for the White House and Democrats.

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Inflation's Four-Decade High as Russia's Attacks Escalate

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 20:29:00 -0000

As Russia stepped up its attacks on Ukraine, including a strike on a maternity hospital in the city of Mariupol, the consumer-price index reached 7.9%, a high not seen since January 1982. So how is Joe Biden handling the difficulties he's facing both home and abroad? Plus, the panel answers a listener email about the nature of deterrence vs. escalation during the Russia/Ukraine conflict.

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Congress's $1.5 Trillion Spending Bill

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 20:15:00 -0000

With another funding deadline looming in Washington, Congress takes up an omnibus spending package that runs 2,741 pages. It includes more money for defense and aid for Ukraine, but congressional earmarks also make an inglorious return. Plus, the Supreme Court refuses to block a redistricting map in North Carolina, while opening the door for a similar case later.

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Joe Biden Bans Russian Oil

Tue, 08 Mar 2022 20:40:00 -0000

After much debate, President Biden announces a formal ban on Russian oil imports to the U.S. But did Congress force him to make that move, and are Americans ready for even higher prices at the gas pump? Plus, the EPA's power to regulate carbon emissions goes before the Supreme Court.

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The Energy Sanctions That Would Really Hurt Putin

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 21:25:00 -0000

Oil prices hit $123 a barrel as momentum builds to block Russia's energy exports. Plus, the rush to get weapons to Ukraine, including fixed-wing aircraft.

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Should the U.S. Quit Buying Russian Oil?

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 22:51:00 -0000

To punish Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine, a bipartisan group of lawmakers in Washington has proposed a bill to block imports of Russian oil. Sen. Joe Manchin says it would be worth the extra price at the gas pump, but would voters punish Democrats in November? Plus, a strong jobs report signals good news for Joe Biden, but inflation still looms over the American economy.

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Putin Accelerates His Ukraine Invasion Despite Sanctions Pressure

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 20:45:00 -0000

The Biden administration is celebrating the effect economic sanctions have put on Russia and Vladimir Putin. But does Joe Biden deserve the credit, or did European leaders really make the push for the move? Plus, the panel discusses the need to send more weapons to Ukraine and what China's role is in the conflict.

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No Tacking in Biden's State of the Union

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 20:41:00 -0000

Joe Biden began his address to Congress with a message for Vladimir Putin about Ukraine, but then he pivoted to issues like inflation, where many of his proposals were reminiscent of his failed Build Back Better plan. So what was the takeaway for the American people? And what about the Republican response by Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds?

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Russia Assaults Ukraine, as Biden Addresses the Nation

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 20:59:00 -0000

While Joe Biden prepares to deliver his State of the Union address, Russia's attacks in Ukraine begin targeting civilian areas. What can the U.S. and NATO do to help, and what about establishing a no-fly zone? Plus, will the President declare victory over Covid-19 during his speech, and will he reframe Build Back Better as a way to tackle inflation?

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Putin Plays the Nuclear Card

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 21:35:00 -0000

Vladimir Putin stirred outrage around the world when he ordered Russia's nuclear forces into “special combat readiness.” How serious should this threat be taken? Plus, the panel discusses the impact of economic sanctions on Russia and answers a listener email about NATO troop deployments.

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The War in Ukraine / Biden's Supreme Court Pick

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 23:09:00 -0000

Russian troops trying to conquer the capital city of Kyiv have met stiff resistance, as Western nations tighten sanctions on Vladimir Putin. Meantime, President Biden nominates D.C. Circuit Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to replace retiring Justice Stephen Breyer. How might her confirmation change the ideological makeup of the Supreme Court?

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Russia Invades Ukraine and Disrupts a Complacent Europe and U.S.

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 22:44:00 -0000

Putin returns the world to its pre-World War II disorder when the strong prey on the weak. The U.S. and Europe failed to deter him, but can they make him pay enough a price to stop him now?

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Biden's Russia Sanctions / Rick Scott's GOP Agenda

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 20:18:00 -0000

President Biden has put sanctions on Russian elites, financial institutions and sovereign debt, but will that be enough to deter Vladimir Putin from invading the rest of Ukraine? Plus, Florida Senator Rick Scott releases his vision for a Republican governing agenda, but his argument that "all Americans should pay some income tax" is already being attacked in a Democratic radio ad.

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Russian Tanks Roll into Ukraine

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 20:52:00 -0000

Validimir Putin sends his military forces over the border into Eastern Ukraine, after delivering a bellicose speech denying Ukraine's legitimacy and claiming that NATO might use it as a springboard to attack Russia. Can the U.S. and its allies hang together on a sanctions regime strong enough to deter further invasion?

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Still Waiting on Biden for Covid Normalcy

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 20:00:00 -0000

Governor Gavin Newsom announces a new "endemic" Covid-19 policy for California, which is also lifting its indoor mask mandate. If blue states are removing even the strictest of rules, why aren't President Biden and the CDC making similar moves nationally? Plus, Texas sues over mask rules in airports and on planes.

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Still Waiting on Biden for Covid Normalcy

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 00:44:00 -0000

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Canada Declares a Trucker Emergency

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 23:23:00 -0000

In an attempt to bring Canada's trucker protests to an end, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau invokes the Emergencies Act. But is such a dramatic move necessary, or do police already have the power to clear blockaded streets? Plus, donors to the protests have found their names leaked to the public, leaving them open to harassment.

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Sarah Palin Loses Her NYT Libel Lawsuit

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 21:48:00 -0000

The jury ruled against Sarah Palin in her libel lawsuit against The New York Times. Will she appeal, and how does the verdict reflect the current state of journalism? Plus, why Republicans are rallying to stop the nomination of Sarah Bloom Raskin to a top post at the Federal Reserve.

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The Revolt of the Parents Is Spreading

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 21:01:00 -0000

San Francisco overwhelmingly votes to recall three members of the city school board, which had pushed to rename schools while classrooms were still closed for Covid-19. Meantime, Virginia Democrats break ranks to ratify Governor Glenn Youngkin's mask-optional policy for their state's schools. Plus, Republicans and Democrats try to figure out how to avoid a government shutdown on Friday.

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Trump, Russia and 2016 Data Mining

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 20:45:00 -0000

Special Counsel John Durham says that a tech executive, trying to find Trump-Russia links in 2016, mined nonpublic DNS data for Trump Tower and the Executive Office of the President. Was there coordination with Hillary Clinton's campaign, and is this "worse than Watergate," as the former president claims? Plus, Joe Biden shows no signs of changing his mind on the withdrawal from Afghanistan or inflation.

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The Global Fallout if Russia Invades Ukraine

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 20:45:00 -0000

How an invasion would remake the strategic map of Europe and alter politics in the U.S. and around the world.

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Truckers Against Covid-19 Mandates

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 22:48:00 -0000

Canadian truckers protesting vaccine rules have blocked the Ambassador Bridge, a major trade route to the U.S., disrupting supply chains in the automotive industry. Is the chaos hurting their message, and are similar demonstrations coming to the United States? Plus, two Democratic senators want to suspend the federal gas tax for the rest of 2022, and a listener raises concerns about biometric data already shared with the IRS.

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Inflation Hits a 40-Year High

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 22:27:00 -0000

Prices last month were up 7.5% compared with a year ago, the highest figure since 1982, and voters are pointing the finger at Joe Biden and Democrats in Congress. Could America be heading back to the days of gas lines and "Whip Inflation Now?" Plus, Democratic governors have started to ease mask mandates on schools and businesses in their states, while the CDC is still recommending mask wearing in some public settings. Who's following the science?

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Ukraine Steels Itself for a Possible Invasion

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 20:57:00 -0000

The Pentagon is drawing up plans to help Americans evacuate if Russia decides to invade its neighbor, and Ukranians are busy preparing to resist an occupation. But could sanctions, including President Biden's pledge to kill the Nord Stream 2 pipeline, deter Vladimir Putin from military action? Plus, Jillian Melchior discusses what she saw during her recent trip to Kyiv.

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No More Face Scans for the IRS

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 20:58:00 -0000

After criticism from both Democrats and Republicans, the IRS plans to stop using facial recognition to authenticate taxpayers online. Didn't the IRS already have its hands full, with millions of tax returns backlogged and struggles to implement last year's advance payments for the child tax credit? Plus, California lets single-payer healthcare legislation expire again, as the state's wealthy rise up to defend solar-panel subsidies.

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Mike Pence, Donald Trump and Jan. 6

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 20:45:00 -0000

Former Vice President Mike Pence says Donald Trump is wrong to argue that his VP could have overturned the 2020 election. Who's right, and what does this debate say about the messy Electoral Count Act of 1887? Also, the RNC votes to censure Rep. Liz Cheney and Rep. Adam Kinzinger for participating in the House's Jan. 6 committee. But shouldn't the GOP be more focused on winning the November midterms?

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The House Passes the America Competes Act

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 22:32:00 -0000

Nancy Pelosi says this $350 billion bill will help the U.S. beat China in the 21st-century economy. Republicans say the legislation includes typical Democratic priorities, under the guise of maintaining an advantage over Chinese leader Xi Jinping. So what's really in the bill? Plus, Joe Biden celebrates the recent job numbers as free Covid-19 tests begin to arrive at homes.

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An ISIS Leader Eliminated as U.S. Troops Head to Eastern Europe

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 20:52:00 -0000

As U.S. troops are being deployed to Eastern Europe to respond to Russia's military moves near Ukraine, Islamic State leader Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurayshi was killed during a nighttime raid in Syria by U.S special forces. So will ISIS continue to be a threat to the region? Plus, the world turns its attention to China as the Olympics get underway, and Joe Biden visits New York City to meet with Mayor Eric Adams to discuss measures to fight crime.

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How Democrats Plan to 'Jerrymander' New York

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 20:45:00 -0000

The state Legislature's redistricting proposal could help Democrats pick up four House seats, while contorting the 10th District held by Rep. Jerry Nadler. But doesn't this partisan map go against the "fair" districts that Democrats have been calling for? Plus, the panel discusses how Sen. Ben Ray Luján's absence will affect Biden's agenda and responds to a listener email about banning lawmakers from trading stocks.

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Should Congress Be Banned From Trading Stocks?

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 20:11:00 -0000

Both Democrats and Republicans on Capitol Hill have proposed bills to restrict stock trading by lawmakers. Nancy Pelosi says members of Congress should be able to participate in the "free market economy," which has drawn pushback from Sen. Josh Hawley. But does his plan, along with Sen. Mark Kelly's idea to require blind trusts, make sense? And what about the insider trading laws that already exist?

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Donald Trump Wants Pardons for Jan. 6 Protestors

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 20:11:00 -0000

At a recent rally, Donald Trump said he would consider pardons for January 6th protestors he feels have been treated unfairly by the justice system. But with Lindsey Graham calling such an action "inappropriate," is the former President playing into Nancy Pelosi's hands for the midterms? Plus, Democrats look to turn their fortunes around in Congress by possibly passing a budget and securing another liberal seat on the Supreme Court.

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NYC Mayor Eric Adams Takes on Violent Crime

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 22:19:00 -0000

Newly elected New York Mayor Eric Adams says the nation's largest city is dealing with "a sea of violence." What can he do to turn things around, especially given the lenient approach being pursued by Manhattan's progressive prosecutor, District Attorney Alvin Bragg? Plus, scrutinizing Adams's stances on noncitizen voting and charter schools.

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Who Could Be Joe Biden's Supreme Court Nominee?

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 20:45:00 -0000

With Joe Biden reaffirming his campaign pledge to nominate a black woman to the Supreme Court, the panel takes a look at who could be up for the nomination, and what the confirmation process might look like. Plus, a scandal involving "lockdown parties" has put Boris Johnson's job as Prime Minister in jeopardy, but that's not the only reason he's in trouble.

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Justice Stephen Breyer's Retirement Plan

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 20:47:00 -0000

The Supreme Court's senior liberal justice, Stephen Breyer, intends to step aside later this year, according to news reports Wednesday. Who is Joe Biden likely to nominate to replace him, and how might this change affect the dynamic on the nation's highest court? Plus, Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin tells parents to "trust the legal process" as the judiciary considers his ban on mask mandates in schools.

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The Supreme Court on Race in College Admissions

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 20:00:00 -0000

The Justices have agreed to hear two cases on racial preferences by Harvard and the University of North Carolina. Current precedent says that schools may use race as a "plus" factor when evaluating students, but how far does that go? Also, is Sen. Kyrsten Sinema's political future in danger after her censure by Arizona's Democratic Party?

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The World Braces For Putin's Next Move

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 20:45:00 -0000

As world leaders try to devise a strategy to counter a possible invasion of Ukraine by Russia, Secretary of State Antony Blinken promises "massive consequences" for any acts of aggression by Vladimir Putin. But will strong sanctions be enough, or will they just provoke the Russian president even more? Plus, how much is the military buildup on the Ukraine border contributing to falling stock prices?

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Are Free Tests & Booster Shots Biden's Covid Answer?

Fri, 21 Jan 2022 22:49:00 -0000

This week the Biden administration launched a new website for Americans to sign up and receive free Covid tests sent to their homes. But with the Omicron variant peaking, is this too late to be truly effective? Plus the panel addresses new CDC numbers regarding booster shots, possible tension between Donald Trump and Ron DeSantis, and a listener email about the Senate filibuster.

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Joe Biden Faces The Press About Russia & Elections

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 20:42:00 -0000

During Joe Biden's surprisingly long press conference to mark his first year in office, the President stunned many with his comments about a potential Russian invasion of Ukraine and whether the legitimacy of the 2022 midterm elections will come into question. But did he signal a change in course for an administration with such low approval numbers? Plus, what is Chuck Schumer's next move after his plan to change the filibuster rule failed as expected?

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Chuck Schumer Moves to Nuke the Filibuster

Wed, 19 Jan 2022 20:18:00 -0000

Democrats are charging ahead with a plan to alter the Senate's rules to pass a federal election code, but would a talking filibuster give Schumer what he wants? And is Mitch McConnell right that this won't be "a harmless action," even if it fails? Plus, the Republican National Committee wants to change the way presidential debates are organized.

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The Jan. 6 Indictment for Seditious Conspiracy

Tue, 18 Jan 2022 20:15:00 -0000

Federal prosecutors have charged 11 people, including a leader of the Oath Keepers militia group, with seditious conspiracy for their actions leading up to the Capitol riot last year. What does the indictment say, and is Attorney General Merrick Garland bending to political pressure to deliver stronger charges? Plus, the House's committee on Jan. 6 weighs its options after Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy refuses to cooperate.

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Masks, Tests, and Biden's Covid-19 Strategy

Mon, 17 Jan 2022 15:52:00 -0000

Joe Biden has announced a plan to start sending face masks and Covid-19 tests to hundreds of millions of Americans to reduce the virus's spread. But if the Omicron variant peaks soon, is it too late for these policies? Plus, Kamala Harris lacks a clear answer on whether it's time for a different approach, as Biden's poll numbers hit new lows.

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The Supreme Court's Divide on Vaccine Mandates

Fri, 14 Jan 2022 22:24:00 -0000

The Justices blocked a vaccine-or-testing rule by OSHA, aimed at businesses with over 100 workers, while keeping a mandate on healthcare staff. What do these rulings mean, as the Biden administration wrestles with the Omicron variant? Plus, Senator Kyrsten Sinema's defense of the filibuster seemingly sinks the Democratic election bill.

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What Biden Gets Wrong on Voting Rights

Wed, 12 Jan 2022 20:07:00 -0000

President Biden's speech Tuesday in Georgia called for nuking the Senate filibuster to pass H.R.1, which he said was a response to "Jim Crow 2.0," "voter suppression" and "election subversion." But who is the President trying to convince when he says you're either on his side or Jefferson Davis's side? Plus, inflation hits 7% and the panel responds to a listener email about teachers in Chicago returning to school.

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Biden's Inflation Blame Game

Tue, 11 Jan 2022 20:53:00 -0000

As Americans see prices rise at the meat counter and gas pump, Democrats are trying to pin the problem on big business. Is there anything to this, or is inflation being caused by economic factors like shortages of supplies and labor? Plus, Chicago public school teachers will return to work this week, as Mayor Lori Lightfoot takes a tough line on their "illegal walkout."

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The Supreme Court Hears Vaccine Mandate Arguments

Fri, 07 Jan 2022 22:48:00 -0000

Does the Biden administration have the authority to impose a Covid-19 vaccine-or-testing mandate? On Friday the Supreme Court's liberal justices seemed to think so, as the Omicron variant spreads far and wide. The conservative Justices, though, aired concerns about government overreach. Plus, the panelists react to President Biden's speech addressing the Capitol riot last Jan. 6.

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What's Missing From Congress's Jan. 6 Agenda

Wed, 05 Jan 2022 19:56:00 -0000

Lawmakers are planning to mark the anniversary of the Capitol riot, and former President Donald Trump canceled his own press conference. But Democrats want to use Jan. 6 as an excuse to overrule the Senate's filibuster to pass H.R.1, a federal takeover of elections. Why not instead focus on the riot's real causes, including the poorly designed Electoral Count Act? Meantime, what are Rep. Liz Cheney and the rest of the House Jan. 6 committee hoping to find?

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Learning to Live With the Omicron Variant

Tue, 04 Jan 2022 20:53:00 -0000

Politicians and scientists are adjusting Covid-19 strategies and guidelines as the Omicron variant sweeps the nation. President Joe Biden recently said there are "no federal solutions," but does he really mean that? Eric Adams, the new Mayor of New York City, says he will keep the schools open, but how will the teachers unions respond? And will Omicron affect the Supreme Court's view of the White House's vaccine mandates?

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A Look Ahead To 2022

Wed, 29 Dec 2021 20:11:00 -0000

Will America finally defeat the Covid-19 pandemic, aided by new antiviral pills? Are Republicans favored to retake the House and Senate in the November midterms, perhaps aided by redistricting and Democratic retirements? And will the Supreme Court roil the political scene with a ruling on abortion or even a Justice's retirement?

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Reviewing President Biden's First Year

Tue, 28 Dec 2021 20:30:00 -0000

As Joe Biden's inaugural year comes to a close, the country is wrestling with the Omicron variant of Covid-19, inflation numbers not seen in decades, and the fallout from his Afghanistan withdrawal. Plus, what did 2021 do for Donald Trump's standing in the GOP, and what other news stories from the past year are worth remembering?

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President Biden's Omicron Strategy

Wed, 22 Dec 2021 20:57:00 -0000

Joe Biden's plan for taking on the Omicron variant of Covid-19 involves 500 million free test kits, but why are they in such short supply in the first place? Meantime, President Trump says he got the booster shot and that his fans should "take credit" for Operation Warp Speed's role in developing the vaccines. Plus, Biden's vaccine mandate for employers reaches the Supreme Court.

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Joe Manchin Torpedoes Build Back Better

Tue, 21 Dec 2021 20:04:00 -0000

Sen. Joe Manchin caught some Democrats by surprise on Sunday when he said he couldn't vote for Joe Biden's Build Back Better plan, but amid 6.8% inflation, is his stance all that shocking? Will Democrats call a vote on the bill anyway, and has the White House's blistering statement about Manchin done more harm than good?

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The Battle of the Joes: Biden v. Manchin

Fri, 17 Dec 2021 21:52:00 -0000

Democrats are now casting Sen. Joe Manchin as a villain for killing hopes that the president's Build Back Better would be passed by Christmas. But the real reason for this failure is President Biden's overreach. Plus, San Francisco Mayor London Breed channels her inner Dirty Harry.

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A Game-Changing Covid Pill?

Wed, 15 Dec 2021 20:19:00 -0000

The CEO of Pfizer announced that the new antiviral pill they have developed would be a "gamechanger" in the fight against Covid-19 by reducing the need for hospitalizations. What effect will this have on mask mandates and lockdowns. Plus, Joe Biden says Russia will suffer economically if it invades Ukraine, but Putin seems to be winning on that issue.

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Will New CBO Score Kill Build Back Better?

Tue, 14 Dec 2021 19:18:00 -0000

Chuck Schumer says the Senate will approve Build Back Better by Christmas. But between Joe Manchin's objections, concerns about inflation and a new CBO score, it's not looking good for Mr. Biden's signature piece of legislation. Plus, in the case of students suing Harvard alleging its admissions discriminates against Asian-Americans, the Biden Administration has come down firmly on Harvard's side.

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The Supreme Court and the Texas Abortion Law

Fri, 10 Dec 2021 22:42:00 -0000

Despite the alarms, the Justices' ruling on Friday was a technical one on the issue of legal standing, and the real action is still in the Mississippi case. Plus, the New York City Council moves to let 800,000 noncitizens vote in local elections, as long as they've been residents for 30 days. But what does the state constitution say?

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The Debt Ceiling Deal / Trump Splits the Georgia GOP

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 21:04:50 -0000

A deal on raising the debt ceiling has Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell declaring victory, but will Democrats truly "own it" like McConnell says? Meanwhile, Republicans in Congress plan a vote to overrule President Biden's vaccine mandate. Plus, former Senator David Perdue will challenge Governor Brian Kemp in Georgia's GOP primary, but will a Republican split help Democratic candidate Stacey Abrams?

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Biden's Boycott of the Beijing Olympics

Tue, 07 Dec 2021 20:11:23 -0000

The White House announces a diplomatic boycott of the 2022 winter games in China as a response to the country's record on human rights. What about the idea of refusing to send American athletes at all, as Jimmy Carter did in 1980? And if China retaliates in the future, could the Olympics' place on the world stage change forever?

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Will Chuck Schumer Get His December Wish List?

Fri, 03 Dec 2021 22:28:37 -0000

Congress averts a government shutdown, but the debt ceiling, a defense bill, and President Biden's "Build Back Better" plan are still unfinished. So what will get passed and what will not before 2021 ends?

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Abortion, Roe v. Wade, and the Supreme Court

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 21:14:21 -0000

The Justices hear oral arguments on a Mississippi abortion law that could lead to the overturning or solidifying of the landmark ruling reached in Roe v. Wade. Will the Court rely on the doctrine of "stare decisis" and stand by its previous decisions? And how much will politics play into the eventual ruling?

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What Do We Know About the Omicron Variant?

Tue, 30 Nov 2021 20:19:48 -0000

The latest Covid-19 variant was detected last week in South Africa, and scientists say it's more transmissible and better able to evade current vaccines. President Joe Biden calls it "a cause for concern, not a cause for panic," but he rules out new "shutdowns or lockdowns." So what do people need to know about this new variant, and what is President Biden's plan to take it on?

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Doubts About Biden As The President Turns 79

Fri, 26 Nov 2021 19:57:38 -0000

As President Biden turns 79 years old this week, the President has told allies he is planning to run for re-electon in 2024. But voters are expressing concerns about Biden's mental and physical fitness to perform the duties of his office. So should Americans be concerned about his abilities, and what faith do Democrats have in Vice President Harris to be the nominee if Biden decides not to run?

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The Gerrymandering Wars

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 18:58:53 -0000

Redrawing district lines for the House of Representatives and statehouses is an ongoing political battle which rears its head after the U.S. Census is taken, and especially one completed close to a midterm election. One of the biggest critiques of the process is gerrymandering, in which Republicans or Democrats draw lines to give themselves maximum partisan advantage. But is redistricting what ails American politics, and do the proposed reforms really work?

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Waukesha, Looting and Progressive Prosecutors

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 19:28:21 -0000

The man who drove into a Christmas parade in Wisconsin was out of jail on a low bail. Meantime, San Francisco shoplifting goes viral again. Is the debate over criminal justice in the U.S. starting to shift?

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The Rittenhouse Verdict / The Vote on Biden's Bill

Fri, 19 Nov 2021 22:35:00 -0000

As a Kenosha jury finds Kyle Rittenhouse not guilty, is this a lesson in not jumping to conclusions? Plus, the Build Back Better bill passes the House after an 8-hour blockade by Kevin McCarthy.

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The Kyle Rittenhouse Trial

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 21:00:00 -0000

He's charged with homicide for two killings amid the 2020 riots in Kenosha, Wis., but he says it was self-defense. As the jury nears a verdict, 500 troops are readied for more potential unrest.

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A Court Loss for Biden's Vaccine Mandate

Tue, 16 Nov 2021 19:28:00 -0000

OSHA's Covid-19 rule is illegal and possibly even unconstitutional, says a Fifth Circuit panel, but where does the case go from here? Plus, Steve Bannon is indicted for contempt of Congress.

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Will Inflation Derail Biden's Agenda?

Fri, 12 Nov 2021 23:04:00 -0000

Consumer prices are up 6.2% from a year ago, the Labor Department says, touching food, fuel and more. Will that make Senator Joe Manchin press pause on the $1.75 trillion reconciliation bill?

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Guns, Abortion and the Supreme Court

Wed, 10 Nov 2021 21:23:00 -0000

New York restricts who can concealed carry for self-defense, but its laws are hard to square with the Second Amendment. Meanwhile, the Justices search for a way to block Texas's new abortion law.

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Republicans Save Biden's Infrastructure Bill

Tue, 09 Nov 2021 20:05:00 -0000

As the $1 trillion deal passes Congress, where is all that money going? Will it really help America's roads and bridges, in a way the 2009 stimulus didn't? And how about the rest of Biden's agenda?

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A Steele Dossier Indictment / Biden's Vaccine Mandate

Fri, 05 Nov 2021 20:57:00 -0000

As Special Counsel John Durham unveils a case against Igor Danchenko, what have we learned in this latest twist? Plus, OSHA's rule on Covid-19 might have legal and political vulnerabilities.

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Republicans Take Virginia-and More

Wed, 03 Nov 2021 21:18:00 -0000

GOP gains in the suburbs propel Glenn Youngkin into the governor's office, while making blue New Jersey competitive. How will this affect Biden's agenda and the race for 2022?

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What the Virginia Election Says About 2022

Tue, 02 Nov 2021 19:19:00 -0000

The gubernatorial race between Democrat Terry McAuliffe and Republican Glenn Youngkin might be a preview of whether the GOP can compete in the suburbs again in the post-Trump era.

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Democrats Punt Again on Biden's Agenda

Fri, 29 Oct 2021 22:08:00 -0000

A new $1.75 trillion reconciliation framework has progressive support, but moderates still want action on the SALT deduction. Plus, Merrick Garland testifies about his memo on threats to school boards.

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The Scramble to Pass Biden's Agenda

Wed, 27 Oct 2021 21:37:00 -0000

Democrats are still divided over what to put in their $2 trillion reconciliation bill, not to mention how to pay for it. But an Oct. 31 funding deadline looms, as does Virginia's Nov. 2 election.

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Democrats Want a Billionaire Wealth Tax

Tue, 26 Oct 2021 20:35:00 -0000

The details are still hazy, but the problems are enormous. Will the billionaires get a refund if the stock market tanks? How will assets like art collections be valued? And is this even constitutional?

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The House Holds Steve Bannon in Contempt

Fri, 22 Oct 2021 20:00:00 -0000

The former Trump adviser defied a subpoena from the Jan. 6 committee, but will the Biden Administration prosecute? Plus, the Supreme Court will hear a fast appeal on Texas' abortion law.

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Joe Manchin vs. Bernie Sanders

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 17:03:00 -0000

As two prominent Democrats trade jabs, is Congress really making progress on President Biden's big spending bill? Plus, as negotiators try to get under $2 trillion, what's likely to be thrown out?

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Biden's Supreme Court Strategy

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 17:35:00 -0000

His commission is leaning against court-packing, and it's in favor of term limits for Justices. But is this whole exercise corrosive to American norms? Plus, what to watch for in the court's new term.

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Joe Biden, Gas Prices and Supply Chains

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 19:52:00 -0000

The White House cuts a deal to keep the Port of Los Angeles running 24/7, but how much will that help the economy? Plus, Biden's political problem with high gasoline prices and rising heating bills.

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Here Comes Biden's Vaccine Mandate

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 16:49:00 -0000

The White House is now reviewing OSHA's proposed Covid-19 rule for 80 million workers. But is this legal, and how will it be enforced? Plus, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signs a counter-mandate.

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Will Democrats Blink on the Debt Ceiling?

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 16:49:00 -0000

The government's borrowing authority is being extended to December, but Mitch McConnell says Democrats are on their own now. What happens next, and should the debt limit be axed altogether?

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The Child Allowance Scam/Virginia's Trump Card

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 19:53:00 -0000

A new study says that Democratic plans to expand the child allowance could drive more than a million workers from the labor force. Plus, Terry McAuliffe ties his opponent to Trump in the Virginia governor's race.

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Democrats and the Debt Ceiling/Parents and Facebook

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 16:59:00 -0000

Democrats claim they can't pass the debt ceiling themselves despite their majorities in the House and Senate. Plus, Facebook comes under fire on Capitol Hill after an ex-employee leaks internal documents saying the company profits from decisions that negatively impact teens. What options do parents have in this debate?

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FBI Fisagate/A Bigger IRS/Mavericks v. Progressives

Tue, 05 Oct 2021 16:54:00 -0000

A Justice Department report calls out the FBI for its FISA procedures. Plus, Democratic Senators Kyrsten Sinema and Joe Manchin anger their progressive colleagues and the IRS wants a look at everyone's bank accounts.

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The Democratic Impasse on Biden's Agenda

Fri, 01 Oct 2021 20:10:00 -0000

Speaker Nancy Pelosi pulls a vote on the $1 trillion infrastructure bill, as progressives threaten to defeat it. Meantime, Senator Joe Manchin says his bottom line on budget reconciliation is $1.5 trillion.

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Company Vaccine Mandates Start to Kick In

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 17:22:00 -0000

Businesses say that most workers have been immunized for Covid-19, but some are being fired, and President Biden's mandate from OSHA still hasn't arrived. Plus, the battle over booster shots.

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The Democratic Pileup / Arizona's 2020 'Audit'

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 16:58:00 -0000

Nancy Pelosi schedules a vote on the $1 trillion infrastructure plan, while saying the $3.5 trillion bill will be whittled down. Plus, the Arizona "audit" demanded by President Trump doesn't back up his fraud claims.

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Nancy Pelosi's Democratic Juggling Act

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 20:27:00 -0000

Democrats are divided, yet they're trying to pass a $1 trillion infrastructure plan, plus a $3.5 trillion reconciliation bill, while funding the government and also suspending the debt limit.

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Biden's Speech to the United Nations

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 16:44:00 -0000

Addressing the U.N. General Assembly, Biden pledges "relentless diplomacy" and support for human rights, but the Taliban aren't listening. Plus, a deal to build nuclear submarines for Australia upsets the French.

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Breaking Down the Durham Indictment

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 16:47:00 -0000

A lawyer billing the Clinton campaign in 2016 has been charged with lying to the FBI. What does the filing say about a Russian bank, and where is Special Counsel John Durham heading?

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The Spending Bill's Democratic Fissures

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 20:13:00 -0000

As the $3.5 trillion plan winds through budget reconciliation, a handful of Democrats dissent on energy and health-care provisions. They're still spit on the SALT deduction and the price tag, too.

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What's in Democrats' $2.2 Trillion Tax Plan?

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 17:11:00 -0000

Higher tax rates, lower income thresholds, a bigger marriage penalty, and even $96 billion on nicotine products. Plus, will the Senate's parliamentarian uphold the rules of budget reconciliation?

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Gavin Newsom, Larry Elder and California's Recall

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 17:33:00 -0000

Polls say Governor Newsom is unlikely to lose. But the recall has been too close for Democratic comfort, as President Biden joins the campaign and calls the GOP frontrunner "a Trump clone."

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The Debate on Biden's Vaccine Mandate

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 19:57:00 -0000

President Biden says a new OSHA rule will require 80 million workers to get vaccinated or else be tested weekly for Covid-19. What law gives him that power, and could it create a backlash?

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Job Postings Hit a Record. Where Are the Workers?

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 16:59:00 -0000

Employers had 10.9 million openings in July, new data say, yet the last employment report was a letdown. Is the Delta variant to blame? Will it help that the $300 federal unemployment boost is ending?

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Joe Biden Sinks in Polls

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 16:55:00 -0000

Also, Brett Kavanaugh offers a timely constitutional lesson.

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Texas, Abortion and the Supreme Court

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 19:43:00 -0000

The Justices decline to block a new abortion ban that delegates enforcement to citizens, but this is only the start of the legal battle. Plus, Joe Manchin says he won't spend another $3.5 trillion.

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The Texas Voting Bill and H.R.4

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 16:43:00 -0000

Texas rolls back its pandemic election procedures. Meantime, congressional Democrats advance H.R.4 (also known as the John Lewis bill) to revive federal "preclearance" of state voting laws.

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The Last Troops Exit Afghanistan. Now What?

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 16:52:00 -0000

Biden's withdrawal is over, but Americans are still trying to escape, as the Taliban claim there's "no proof" that Osama bin Laden planned 9/11. Plus, spy agencies report on the origins of Covid-19.

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Biden's Response to the Kabul Airport Bombing

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 19:51:00 -0000

Terrorists kill 13 Americans and nearly 200 others, as the U.S. evacuation of Afghanistan nears its conclusion. Plus, the Supreme Court blocks the President's latest Covid-19 eviction moratorium.

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Can Biden Exit Afghanistan by Aug. 31?

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 17:04:00 -0000

If President Biden's deadline isn't met, the Taliban threaten consequences, but lawmakers from both parties urge him to reconsider. Plus, will FDA approval of Pfizer's Covid-19 vaccine reduce hesitancy?

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Nancy Pelosi vs. Democratic 'Centrists'

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 16:46:00 -0000

The House can't decide which to pass first, Joe Biden's $1 trillion infrastructure plan or Bernie Sanders's $3.5 trillion budget. Plus, Andrew Cuomo exits, as Kathy Hochul becomes New York's new governor.

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Biden's Afghanistan Mess Is Far From Over

Fri, 20 Aug 2021 18:49:00 -0000

President Biden defended his military pullout of Afghanistan on Friday, but it's unclear how many Americans are still in the country⁠-or how they'll safely get to the Kabul airport for evacuation.

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Booster Shots, Masks and School Mandates

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 17:02:00 -0000

The CDC says Americans will get Covid-19 booster shots soon, as some cities begin requiring restaurants to ask for proof of vaccination. Plus, the debate over masks in schools heats up.

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Afghanistan Falls, With Thousands Stranded

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 16:51:00 -0000

President Biden says he stands by his decision to pull out, but the Taliban takeover of Kabul has turned chaotic, and the U.S. Embassy has told frantic Americans and allies to "shelter in place."

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The Inflation Tax / Biden's Plea to OPEC

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 19:54:00 -0000

Consumer prices are up 5.4% over the past 12 months, but is this trend "transitory" or here to stay? Plus, the White House asks overseas oil producers, including Russia, to keep pumping.

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Cuomo Steps Down / Debt Limit Standoff

Wed, 11 Aug 2021 16:48:00 -0000

If New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo denies he did anything wrong, why didn't he stay and defend himself against impeachment? Plus, 46 GOP Senators say they won't raise America's debt ceiling.

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What's in Biden's New $3.5 Trillion Package?

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 16:51:00 -0000

Bernie Sanders unveils the Senate's budget framework, including universal pre-k, green cards for "qualified immigrants," and a lower Medicare age. But can it all pass muster under the Byrd rule?

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The Spending Bill's $256 Billion Hole

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 19:54:00 -0000

Senators haggle over the 2,700-page legislation, but it isn't "paid for," the Congressional Budget Office says. Plus, how is the Justice Department defending President Biden's new eviction moratorium?

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Biden's Lawless Eviction Order / Will Cuomo Go?

Wed, 04 Aug 2021 16:45:00 -0000

After insisting he lacked the power to extend the CDC's eviction ban, President Biden did it anyway. Plus, calls for New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo to resign after an inquiry finds sexual harassment.

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The Delta Variant and the Eviction Ban

Tue, 03 Aug 2021 16:50:00 -0000

As the CDC changes its mask guidance, and as breakthrough cases hit the headlines, is the public getting mixed Covid messages? Plus, President Biden's national moratorium on evictions expires.

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What's in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill?

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 20:24:00 -0000

The Senate cuts a deal to spend billions on roads, bridges, Amtrak and electric-vehicle chargers, but do the numbers add up? Plus, new GDP figures show the U.S. above its pre-pandemic peak.

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The Jan. 6 Hearing and Trump's Political Future

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 16:51:00 -0000

Nancy Pelosi's inquiry into the Capitol riot opens with police testimony on the "medieval battle" of that day. Meantime, Donald Trump's endorsed candidate loses a Texas House special election.

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Is Biden's Infrastructure Plan Derailed?

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 16:46:00 -0000

Five weeks after he heralded a deal, Senators remain split on everything from mass transit funds to prevailing wage rules. Plus, the VA and New York mandate Covid-19 vaccines for public workers.

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The Capitol Riot Inquiry / Biden's Court Commission

Fri, 23 Jul 2021 19:43:00 -0000

After Nancy Pelosi rejects two Republicans for the Jan. 6 riot investigation, GOP leaders pull out. Plus, Joe Biden's Supreme Court commission meets, amid pressure on Justice Breyer to retire.

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The Covid Delta Variant / Astronaut Jeff Bezos

Wed, 21 Jul 2021 16:46:00 -0000

Coronavirus cases are rising, but vaccines continue to prevent serious illness, even as they await full FDA approval. Plus, Amazon's critics aren't awed as Jeff Bezos goes to space with Blue Origin.

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Congress's Plan to Spend $4.1 Trillion

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 16:44:00 -0000

Senator Chuck Schumer is calling a vote on the bipartisan infrastructure deal, but the details are yet to be worked out. Meanwhile, Democrats prepare a $3.5 trillion budget reconciliation package.

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Biden's Activist Labor Nominee; Targeting Asian-Americans in Virginia

Fri, 16 Jul 2021 20:03:00 -0000

What unions can't get from Congress, they seek from Labor nominee David Weil. And America's top public schools show the ugly side of equity.

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Joe Biden's Trustbusters Get Their Orders

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 16:41:00 -0000

The White House's executive order on competition includes fluff about airline baggage fees and so forth, but it's also a signal on antitrust, as regulators size up Amazon's purchase of MGM Studios.

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What's Really in the Texas Voting Bill?

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 16:51:00 -0000

Democrats flee the state to block the legislation, saying they're in a "fight to save our democracy." The bill bans 24-hour voting and drive-thru voting, but also expands mandatory voting hours and creates a process to fix ballot mistakes.

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Joe Biden Defends His Afghanistan Pullout

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 20:01:00 -0000

He says there's no comparison to Vietnam, yet the U.S. is updating plans for an emergency embassy evacuation, while a top general warns of potential civil war. Plus, Biden's pick to oversee federal lands faces scrutiny about her past.

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What Biden Won't Do for Lower Oil Prices

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 17:16:00 -0000

As prices rise at the gasoline pump, the White House calls for increased production from OPEC, even as it restricts drilling at home. Plus, Eric Adams is the winner in New York's mayoral primary, and the loser might be ranked-choice voting.

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The Trump Organization Indictment

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 16:47:00 -0000

New York prosecutors charge the business and its CFO, Allen Weisselberg, but is it small beer after a long, high-profile investigation? Plus, the economy adds 850,000 jobs, which President Biden credits to his Covid-19 relief bill.

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Two Big 6-3 Rulings From the Supreme Court

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 19:51:00 -0000

The Justices close out their term by upholding Arizona's voting laws, while also undermining the Biden Administration's lawsuit against Georgia. Plus, California's demand for nonprofit donor lists gets thrown out as unconstitutional.

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New York's Mayoral Voting Mess

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 16:46:00 -0000

The city's first ranked-choice election was last week, but 125,000 absentee votes remain uncounted, and officials have rescinded erroneous unofficial totals. Plus, another court rules on racial preferences in Covid-19 relief.

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Biden's Bipartisan Two-Step / The Feds Sue Georgia

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 16:49:00 -0000

President Biden now insists that his $1.2 trillion infrastructure deal isn't linked to Democrats' bigger spending plans, but will Republicans forgive and forget? Plus, the Justice Department sues Georgia over its new voting law.

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Joe Biden Undercuts His Bipartisan Deal

Fri, 25 Jun 2021 17:04:00 -0000

President Biden announces an agreement with Republicans for $1.2 trillion on roads, railways, electric vehicles and more. But hours later he promises he won't sign it without a second spending bill on "human infrastructure."

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The Senate Theatrics Over H.R.1

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 17:00:00 -0000

A bill to federalize voting fails to advance, as Democrats try to build a case for nuking the filibuster, and Joe Manchin offers a purported "compromise." Plus, China's latest authoritarian moves in Hong Kong.

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New York's Next Mayor Could Be an Ex-Cop

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 16:59:00 -0000

In a city focused on rising crime, NYPD alum Eric Adams leads the Democratic field, as voters reject "defund the police" rhetoric. But a new system of ranked-choice voting has made the election unpredictable and difficult to poll.

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The Supreme Court on ObamaCare and Foster Care

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 19:52:00 -0000

A unanimous win for Catholic foster moms in Philadelphia, as Justice Samuel Alito issues a clarion call for religious liberty. Plus, after Democrats said Justice Amy Coney Barrett would strike down the Affordable Care Act, its challengers lose 7-2.

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No More Negotiating, Senate Democrats Say

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 16:50:00 -0000

As President Biden haggles over infrastructure spending, Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren assert that a deal with Republicans would be a nonstarter. Plus, earmarks return to Washington, as the House releases a 133-page list of pet projects.

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Joe Biden's Retreat From Oil and Gas

Tue, 15 Jun 2021 16:48:00 -0000

The Biden Administration suspends drilling leases in Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, as the Keystone XL pipeline is finally canceled. Plus, Kamala Harris's trip to Guatemala, where she says, "if you come to our border, you will be turned back."

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America's Vaccine Donation / Bill Barr in Lafayette Park

Fri, 11 Jun 2021 22:06:00 -0000

President Biden plans to give 500 million doses of Pfizer's Covid-19 vaccine to lower-income countries, so why is he still backing patent waivers? Plus, a new report sheds light on the clearing of Lafayette Park in the summer of 2020.

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Tax Records of the Rich and Famous

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 20:36:00 -0000

ProPublica posts leaked (or hacked?) IRS information from America's wealthy, including Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk. Do the facts support its theory of gross unfairness in the tax code? Also, job openings hit a record, as the White House subtly shifts on unemployment benefits.

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Joe Manchin Plants His Filibuster Flag

Tue, 08 Jun 2021 18:11:00 -0000

Writing in a West Virginia newspaper, he says he supports the Senate filibuster and opposes H.R.1, the Democratic voting overhaul. Plus, the Senate's parliamentarian throws up a roadblock to passing President Biden's big agenda via budget reconciliation.

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Reading Dr. Anthony Fauci's Emails

Fri, 04 Jun 2021 19:48:51 -0000

More than 3,000 pages of messages, released under public-records laws, raise more questions about the origins of Covid-19 and the government's response. Plus, what does another meager jobs report say about the economic recovery?

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Is Joe Biden's Agenda at Risk of Stalling?

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 16:59:06 -0000

The President holds further infrastructure talks with the GOP, and he says he'll "fight like heck" to pass H.R.1. But he says his ambitions are being held up by two Democratic Senators "who vote more with my Republican friends."

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The Texas Voting Bill / Race and Covid-19 Relief

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 16:53:14 -0000

Democrats hold a walkout at the statehouse to block election legislation that Joe Biden calls "an assault on democracy." What's really in the Texas bill? Plus, Judge Amul Thapar of the Sixth Circuit rules on racial preferences in Covid-19 restaurant aid.

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Joe Biden's Monumental Budget Plan

Fri, 28 May 2021 20:01:54 -0000

The White House proposes a decade of $1 trillion deficits, with America's debt rising to 117% of the economy, surpassing the level set amid World War II. What does this say about the "moderate" Biden's vision for the country, and how will Congress respond?

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Did States Really Need That Covid Aid?

Wed, 26 May 2021 16:55:21 -0000

Despite the pandemic, state governments are reporting huge budget surpluses, yet the latest Covid bill purportedly bans them from cutting taxes. As President Biden pushes for a $1.7 trillion infrastructure plan, some Republicans want to redirect Covid funds.

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The Covid Lab-Leak Theory Gets a Second Look

Tue, 25 May 2021 17:19:58 -0000

It was initially dismissed as a conspiracy theory, but now some scientists are urging an investigation into whether the Covid-19 virus could have come from the Wuhan Institute of Virology. What evidence is changing minds? Plus, the Supreme Court considers whether to take a case on Harvard's admissions policies.

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The GOP Case for No Spending Deal

Fri, 21 May 2021 19:59:13 -0000

President Biden is negotiating with Republicans toward his $2 trillion infrastructure plan, but the two sides are still far apart on both numbers and policy. Plus, Biden's proposal to step up IRS tax enforcement goes far beyond merely more audits for billionaires.

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Pelosi's Plan for a Capitol Riot Commission

Wed, 19 May 2021 16:51:56 -0000

Questions remain about what happened on Jan. 6, but Republicans say that Speaker Nancy Pelosi's proposed commission would be more focused on setting a political narrative. Plus, Democratic dissension on taxes, as Bernie Sanders speaks out against uncapping the SALT deduction.

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Joe Biden's Tariff Truce / The Justices Take Up Abortion

Tue, 18 May 2021 16:56:26 -0000

New tariffs on U.S. whiskey and motorcycles are averted, but did Donald Trump's trade war really save the steel industry, and will Biden call off the economic hostilities? Plus, the Supreme Court agrees to hear a case on Mississippi's move to ban abortion after 15 weeks.

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The Colonial Pipeline Hack / New Mask Guidelines

Fri, 14 May 2021 19:48:56 -0000

Gas shortages on the East Coast provide lessons on Joe Biden's infrastructure plan, the Jones Act, and so-called price gouging. Plus, immunized Americans can drop their masks, says the Centers for Disease Control, as Ohio launches a $1 million vaccine lottery.

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Liz Cheney Ousted / Job Openings Hit 8.1 Million

Wed, 12 May 2021 16:57:41 -0000

House Republicans boot their No. 3 from leadership, but the leading contender for the job, Rep. Elise Stefanik, is getting conservative pushback on her voting record. Plus, Joe Biden defends enhanced unemployment benefits, as new figures show record job listings.

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Democrats Push H.R.1, as Florida Tweaks Its Voting Rules

Tue, 11 May 2021 17:29:18 -0000

A Senate bill to federalize U.S. elections moves forward with committee debate, but is it an unconstitutional time bomb for the 2022 midterms? Plus, as Florida's new election law is attacked as "voter suppression," what does it actually do?

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Biden Wants to Trample Covid-19 Vaccine Patents

Fri, 07 May 2021 19:47:10 -0000

The White House calls for waiving intellectual property during the pandemic, but are patents a real vaccine bottleneck? Plus, as job openings go unfilled, two governors say they will turn down a federal boost to unemployment benefits.

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Donald Trump vs. Liz Cheney, Round Two

Wed, 05 May 2021 16:44:46 -0000

As Joe Biden sells his spending plans, Republicans are still fighting internally about Trump's 2020 fraud claims. Plus, Facebook's oversight board upholds its original Trump ban, while telling the company to review it within six months.

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Free Beer for the Vaccinated? States Try to Lure Arms

Tue, 04 May 2021 16:52:19 -0000

Free Beer for the Vaccinated? States Try to Lure Arms.

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Joe Biden's and Tim Scott's Big Speeches

Fri, 30 Apr 2021 19:49:00 -0000

Joe Biden's and Tim Scott's Big Speeches

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The Tab for Biden's Plans Hits $6 Trillion

Wed, 28 Apr 2021 16:46:41 -0000

The Tab for Biden's Plans Hits $6 Trillion

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Let the Redistricting Begin

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 16:50:16 -0000

Plus, The Supreme Court's Gun Case.

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How Does Biden Plan to Halve Emissions by 2030?

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 19:49:30 -0000

How Does Biden Plan to Halve Emissions by 2030?

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The Jury Finds Derek Chauvin Guilty

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 16:47:34 -0000

Former Minnesota police officer Derek Chauvin is found guilty on all three counts.

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Biden Wants $2 Trillion for Infrastructure. Will He Compromise?

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 16:54:36 -0000

Biden Wants $2 Trillion for Infrastructure. Will He Compromise?

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Will Joe Biden Remodel the Supreme Court?

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 19:52:55 -0000

Will Joe Biden Remodel the Supreme Court?

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President Biden's Plan to Pull Out of Afghanistan

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 16:51:19 -0000

President Biden's Plan to Pull Out of Afghanistan

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Amazon Workers Say No to a Union

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 16:54:24 -0000

Amazon Workers Say No to a Union

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Amid a Covid Exodus, New York Raises Taxes

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 20:01:29 -0000

Amid a Covid Exodus, New York Raises Taxes

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Chuck Schumer Reimagines a Senate Rule

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 16:52:11 -0000

Chuck Schumer Reimagines a Senate Rule

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Amid Covid, a Breakthrough for School Choice?

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 16:49:55 -0000

Amid Covid, a Breakthrough for School Choice?

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CEOs vs. Georgia / The Economic Climb

Fri, 02 Apr 2021 19:49:24 -0000

CEOs vs. Georgia / The Economic Climb

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What's Really in Biden's $2 Trillion 'Infrastructure' Plan?

Wed, 31 Mar 2021 16:54:46 -0000

What's Really in Biden's $2 Trillion 'Infrastructure' Plan?

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Covid Vaccines and the WHO's Report

Tue, 30 Mar 2021 16:54:54 -0000

Covid Vaccines and the WHO's Report

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President Biden's First News Conference

Fri, 26 Mar 2021 19:50:03 -0000

President Biden's First News Conference

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D.C. Statehood? / Biden's Next $3 Trillion

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 16:55:37 -0000

D.C. Statehood? / Biden's Next $3 Trillion

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Joe Biden's Crisis at the Border

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 16:46:24 -0000

Joe Biden's Crisis at the Border

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Georgia's Voting Bills / Will Pelosi Flip an Election?

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 19:52:57 -0000

Georgia's Voting Bills / Will Pelosi Flip an Election?

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The Filibuster Isn't Mitch McConnell's Only Option

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 17:17:35 -0000

The Filibuster Isn't Mitch McConnell's Only Option

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Biden Sells His Covid Bill / Here Come New Taxes?

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 16:53:56 -0000

Biden Sells His Covid Bill / Here Come New Taxes?

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Biden's Prime-Time Speech/Joe Manchin's Filibuster Test

Fri, 12 Mar 2021 21:20:50 -0000

Biden's Prime-Time Speech/Joe Manchin's Filibuster Test

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Passing Covid-19 To Find Out What's In It

Wed, 10 Mar 2021 18:05:02 -0000

Passing Covid-19 to Find Out What's In It; Will Xavier Becerra Be Confirmed for HHS?

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Will the filibuster go, and will Title IX protections stay?

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 17:52:29 -0000

Will the filibuster go, and will Title IX protections stay?

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The Senate's $1.9 Trillion Vote-a-Rama

Fri, 05 Mar 2021 20:49:21 -0000

The Senate's $1.9 Trillion Vote-a-Rama

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What's Really in the House's Election Bill?

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 17:47:24 -0000

What's Really in the House's Election Bill?

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A Third Vaccine Joins the Covid Fight

Tue, 02 Mar 2021 17:50:00 -0000

A Third Vaccine Joins the Covid Fight

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The Covid Bill's Political Aftermath

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 20:51:24 -0000

The Covid Bill's Political Aftermath

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Joe Biden's Contentious Cabinet Picks

Wed, 24 Feb 2021 16:34:16 -0000

Joe Biden's Contentious Cabinet Picks

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What's Really in That $1.9 Trillion Covid Bill?

Tue, 23 Feb 2021 17:47:45 -0000

What's Really in That $1.9 Trillion Covid Bill?

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The Return of Earmarks? / Cuomo's Covid Trouble

Fri, 19 Feb 2021 20:48:16 -0000

The Return of Earmarks? / Cuomo's Covid Trouble

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Biden's Pushback on Student Loans

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 17:46:11 -0000

Biden's Pushback on Student Loans

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Trump's Acquittal and the GOP Future

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 17:46:48 -0000

Trump's Acquittal and the GOP Future

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Trump's Defense Lawyers Take the Floor

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 20:54:39 -0000

Trump's Defense Lawyers Take the Floor

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Trump's Trial, Day One / A $15 Minimum Wage

Wed, 10 Feb 2021 17:48:58 -0000

Trump's Trial, Day One / A $15 Minimum Wage

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The Trump Impeachment Trial Begins

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 17:46:43 -0000

The Trump Impeachment Trial Begins

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What GOP Civil War? / The Senate Vote-a-Rama

Fri, 05 Feb 2021 20:54:40 -0000

What GOP Civil War? / The Senate Vote-a-Rama

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The Dilemma of Marjorie Taylor Greene

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 17:58:50 -0000

The Dilemma of Marjorie Taylor Greene

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Will Biden Cut a Covid Deal With Republicans?

Tue, 02 Feb 2021 17:49:55 -0000

Will Biden Cut a Covid Deal With Republicans?

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Covid, Kids and Teachers Unions

Fri, 29 Jan 2021 20:51:16 -0000

Covid, Kids and Teachers Unions

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Impeaching an Ex-President / Biden's Executive Orders

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 17:59:57 -0000

Impeaching an Ex-President / Biden's Executive Orders

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The Future of the Senate Filibuster

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 17:51:33 -0000

The Future of the Senate Filibuster

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What Does Joe Biden Mean by 'Unity'?

Fri, 22 Jan 2021 20:53:07 -0000

What Does Joe Biden Mean by 'Unity'?

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President Biden's Busy First Day

Wed, 20 Jan 2021 17:42:46 -0000

President Biden's Busy First Day

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Reviewing Four Years of President Trump

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 17:54:22 -0000

Reviewing Four Years of President Trump

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Impeachment Aftermath / Biden's $1.9 Trillion Plan

Fri, 15 Jan 2021 20:50:00 -0000

Impeachment Aftermath / Biden's $1.9 Trillion Plan

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The Vote to Impeach / Free the Covid Vaccines

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 17:51:04 -0000

The Vote to Impeach / Free the Covid Vaccines

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Impeachment / Parler and Big Tech

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 18:03:20 -0000

Impeachment / Parler and Big Tech

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The Capitol Riot / Calls for Trump's Exit

Fri, 08 Jan 2021 20:59:47 -0000

The Capitol Riot / Calls for Trump's Exit

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Trump's Push to Overturn the Electoral College

Wed, 06 Jan 2021 17:57:16 -0000

Trump's Push to Overturn the Electoral College

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The Trump Factor in Georgia's Runoffs

Tue, 05 Jan 2021 17:54:36 -0000

The Trump Factor in Georgia's Runoffs

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Trump Demands More Covid Money

Wed, 23 Dec 2020 17:54:36 -0000

Trump Demands More Covid Money

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Congress Zips Through a 5,593-Page Bill

Tue, 22 Dec 2020 17:53:40 -0000

Congress Zips Through a 5,593-Page Bill

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Congress Gets Vaccinated, But Who Goes Next?

Fri, 18 Dec 2020 20:52:12 -0000

Congress Gets Vaccinated, But Who Goes Next?

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Biden's Cabinet Picks / The California Exodus

Wed, 16 Dec 2020 17:50:15 -0000

Biden's Cabinet Picks / The California Exodus

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The Electors Vote / Bill Barr Resigns

Tue, 15 Dec 2020 17:56:33 -0000

The Electors Vote / Bill Barr Resigns

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Texas' Election Lawsuit / Hunter Biden's Taxes

Fri, 11 Dec 2020 20:51:50 -0000

Texas' Election Lawsuit / Hunter Biden's Taxes

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Waiting on the FDA / A Veto Showdown?

Wed, 09 Dec 2020 17:45:01 -0000

Waiting on the FDA / A Veto Showdown?

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Georgia's Senate Runoffs Heat Up

Tue, 08 Dec 2020 17:51:43 -0000

Georgia's Senate Runoffs Heat Up

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The Jobs Report, Covid-19 and Congress

Fri, 04 Dec 2020 20:52:27 -0000

The Jobs Report, Covid-19 and Congress

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Biden's Economic Team / Barr's Special Counsel

Wed, 02 Dec 2020 17:48:15 -0000

Biden's Economic Team / Barr's Special Counsel

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Schools, Lockdowns and Covid Vaccines

Tue, 01 Dec 2020 17:48:33 -0000

Schools, Lockdowns and Covid Vaccines

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Church, Covid-19 and the Supreme Court

Fri, 27 Nov 2020 20:53:34 -0000

Church, Covid-19 and the Supreme Court

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The Biden Transition Gets Rolling

Wed, 25 Nov 2020 20:51:43 -0000

The Biden Transition Gets Rolling

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Joe Biden's Big Cabinet Picks

Tue, 24 Nov 2020 17:50:46 -0000

Joe Biden's Big Cabinet Picks

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Georgia's Recount Didn't Rescue Trump

Fri, 20 Nov 2020 20:52:39 -0000

Georgia's Recount Didn't Rescue Trump

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Covid Cases Rise, and States Tighten Rules

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 18:01:02 -0000

Covid Cases Rise, and States Tighten Rules

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Two Covid-19 Vaccines Show Promise

Tue, 17 Nov 2020 17:47:40 -0000

Two Covid-19 Vaccines Show Promise

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The Georgia Recount Begins

Fri, 13 Nov 2020 20:48:29 -0000

The Georgia Recount Begins

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The Biden Transition / All Eyes on Georgia

Wed, 11 Nov 2020 17:54:39 -0000

The Biden Transition / All Eyes on Georgia

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Joe Biden Proclaims a 'Convincing Victory'

Tue, 10 Nov 2020 17:53:47 -0000

Joe Biden Proclaims a 'Convincing Victory'

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Biden Pulls Ahead, but Recounts Likely

Fri, 06 Nov 2020 20:59:37 -0000

Biden Pulls Ahead, but Recounts Likely

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This Election Was No Blue Wave

Wed, 04 Nov 2020 17:59:35 -0000

This Election Was No Blue Wave

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What Election Night Might Bring

Tue, 03 Nov 2020 17:56:19 -0000

What Election Night Might Bring

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Trump and Biden Hit the Home Stretch

Fri, 30 Oct 2020 19:48:00 -0000

Trump and Biden Hit the Home Stretch

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Parsing the Trump-Biden Polling

Wed, 28 Oct 2020 16:57:48 -0000

Parsing the Trump-Biden Polling

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Justice Barrett and High Court's Future

Tue, 27 Oct 2020 16:55:25 -0000

Justice Barrett and High Court's Future

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The Final Trump-Biden Debate

Fri, 23 Oct 2020 19:52:13 -0000

The Final Trump-Biden Debate

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A Last Debate, With Millions of Ballots Cast

Wed, 21 Oct 2020 16:53:55 -0000

A Last Debate, With Millions of Ballots Cast

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Pelosi's Deadline for Covid Relief

Tue, 20 Oct 2020 16:48:05 -0000

Pelosi's deadline for Covid relief

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Trump and Biden's Dueling Town Halls

Fri, 16 Oct 2020 19:55:57 -0000

Trump and Biden's dueling town halls

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How Is Amy Coney Barrett Doing?

Wed, 14 Oct 2020 16:53:24 -0000

How is Amy Coney Barrett doing?

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The Amy Coney Barrett Hearings

Tue, 13 Oct 2020 16:49:32 -0000

The Amy Coney Barrett hearings

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Should Trump Join a Virtual Debate?

Fri, 09 Oct 2020 19:54:41 -0000

Should Trump join a virtual debate?

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Trump Calls Off 'Stimulus' Negotiations

Wed, 07 Oct 2020 16:59:42 -0000

Trump calls off 'stimulus' negotiations.

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Trump Recuperates At The White House

Tue, 06 Oct 2020 16:57:06 -0000

Trump recuperates at the White House.

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Trump Tests Positive for Covid-19

Fri, 02 Oct 2020 20:03:55 -0000

Trump tests positive for Covid-19.

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Clash in Cleveland: The Trump-Biden Debate

Wed, 30 Sep 2020 16:53:52 -0000

Clash in Cleveland: the Trump-Biden debate.

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Amy Coney Barrett / The Debate Preview

Tue, 29 Sep 2020 16:55:48 -0000

Amy Coney Barrett / The debate preview.

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A 'Peaceful' Transition / New FBI Documents

Fri, 25 Sep 2020 20:01:56 -0000

A 'peaceful' transition/new FBI documents

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Pack the Supreme Court? Biden Won't Say

Wed, 23 Sep 2020 16:50:52 -0000

Pack the Supreme Court? Biden won't say.

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The Politics Of A Supreme Court Vacancy

Tue, 22 Sep 2020 16:50:48 -0000

The politics of a Supreme Court vacancy

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'Patriotic Education' and Bill Barr's Speech

Fri, 18 Sep 2020 20:06:24 -0000

'Patriotic Education' and Bill Barr's speech

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A Mideast Breakthrough? / Biden Goes to Florida

Wed, 16 Sep 2020 16:56:55 -0000

A Mideast breakthrough? / Biden goes to Florida

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Trump vs. Biden on the Wildfires

Tue, 15 Sep 2020 16:54:32 -0000

Trump vs. Biden on the wildfires

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Trump And Woodward / Trump's Judicial List

Fri, 11 Sep 2020 20:11:44 -0000

Trump and Woodward / Trump's judicial list

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Covid Vaccines Face a PR Problem

Wed, 09 Sep 2020 16:58:00 -0000

Covid vaccines face a PR problem.

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Trump And Biden, With Eight Weeks Left

Tue, 08 Sep 2020 17:01:37 -0000

Trump and Biden, with eight weeks left.

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Ballots Are On The Way / Unemployment Falls To 8.4%

Fri, 04 Sep 2020 20:06:26 -0000

Ballots are on the way / Unemployment falls to 8.4%.

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How Would D.C. 'Contextualize' The Washington Monument?

Wed, 02 Sep 2020 17:01:32 -0000

How would D.C. 'contextualize' the Washington Monument?

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Kenosha And Portland, Biden And Trump

Tue, 01 Sep 2020 16:58:30 -0000

Kenosha and Portland, Biden and Trump

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The Trump Show's Grand Finale

Fri, 28 Aug 2020 19:56:54 -0000

The Trump show's grand finale

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Day Two of the RNC: Regular Joes Against Joe Biden

Wed, 26 Aug 2020 17:39:07 -0000

Day two of the RNC: regular Joes against Joe Biden

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The Republican Convention Kicks Off

Tue, 25 Aug 2020 16:54:09 -0000

The Republican National Convention kicks off.

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Democrats Pitch Biden, Not His Agenda

Fri, 21 Aug 2020 19:56:47 -0000

Democrats pitch Biden, not his agenda

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Day Two: Carter, Clinton and AOC

Wed, 19 Aug 2020 17:00:11 -0000

Day Two: Carter, Clinton and AOC

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Opening Night at the Democratic Convention

Tue, 18 Aug 2020 16:58:32 -0000

Opening night at the Democratic convention

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Democrats, Trump And The USPS

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 20:06:18 -0000

Democrats, Trump and the USPS

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Will Kamala Harris Help Joe Biden?

Wed, 12 Aug 2020 17:25:00 -0000

Will Kamala Harris help Joe Biden?

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Trump Sidesteps Congress on Virus Relief

Tue, 11 Aug 2020 17:00:18 -0000

Trump sidesteps Congress on virus relief.

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Lessons From New York's Mail-Vote Mess

Fri, 07 Aug 2020 19:29:17 -0000

Lessons from New York's mail vote mess.

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Kids, Teachers and Virtual Schools

Wed, 05 Aug 2020 17:01:16 -0000

Kids, teachers and virtual schools

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Trump Says Time's Up for TikTok

Tue, 04 Aug 2020 17:11:00 -0000

Trump says time's up for TikTok.

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Nuke The Filibuster? Delay The Election?

Fri, 31 Jul 2020 20:02:07 -0000

Nuke the filibuster? Delay the election?

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Who Will Win the Biden Veepstakes?

Wed, 29 Jul 2020 17:17:28 -0000

Who will win the Biden veepstakes?

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The Rioting in Portland and Beyond

Tue, 28 Jul 2020 17:04:43 -0000

The rioting in Portland and beyond.

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Coming Soon, a GOP Covid Bill

Fri, 24 Jul 2020 20:15:26 -0000

Coming Soon, a GOP Covid bill

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Trump's New Briefings / Virus Drug Profits

Wed, 22 Jul 2020 17:11:16 -0000

Trump's new briefings / Virus drug profits

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Chaos In Portland / Steele Dossier Documents

Tue, 21 Jul 2020 17:07:44 -0000

Chaos in Portland / Steele dossier documents

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Trump, the Virus and the Relief Bill

Fri, 17 Jul 2020 19:57:51 -0000

Trump, the virus and the relief bill

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Trump Goes After China-and Joe Biden

Wed, 15 Jul 2020 16:58:49 -0000

Trump goes after China - and Joe Biden.

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Trump, Roger Stone and Michael Flynn

Tue, 14 Jul 2020 17:06:54 -0000

Trump, Roger Stone and Michael Flynn.

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The Supreme Court's Summer Blockbusters

Fri, 10 Jul 2020 20:05:16 -0000

The Supreme Court's summer blockbusters.

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Paycheck Protection Sniping / Whither Hong Kong?

Wed, 08 Jul 2020 17:15:10 -0000

Paycheck Protection sniping / Whither Hong Kong?

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Fireworks Over Trump's Rushmore Speech

Tue, 07 Jul 2020 17:00:49 -0000

Fireworks over Trump's Rushmore speech

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D.C. Statehood; A Win for School Choice

Wed, 01 Jul 2020 19:19:51 -0000

D.C. statehood; a win for school choice

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On Abortion, The Chief Justice Rules

Tue, 30 Jun 2020 17:03:04 -0000

On abortion, the Chief Justice rules.

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As Virus Cases Rise, Texas Shuts Down Bars

Fri, 26 Jun 2020 20:01:08 -0000

As virus cases rise, Texas shuts down bars.

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Police Reform Stalls; Mayhem in Seattle

Wed, 24 Jun 2020 17:02:49 -0000

Police reform stalls; mayhem in Seattle

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The Bonfire of the Statuaries

Tue, 23 Jun 2020 17:10:22 -0000

The bonfire of the statuaries

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Trump, Dreamers And The Supreme Court

Fri, 19 Jun 2020 20:01:00 -0000

Trump, Dreamers and the Supreme Court

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The Trump And GOP Police Reforms

Wed, 17 Jun 2020 17:46:44 -0000

The Trump and GOP police reforms

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How The Supreme Court Defines 'Sex'

Tue, 16 Jun 2020 17:29:41 -0000

How the Supreme Court defines 'sex'

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Trump's 2020 headwinds / John Bolton's book

Fri, 12 Jun 2020 20:21:56 -0000

Trump's 2020 headwinds / John Bolton's book

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Tim Scott Leads On A GOP Policing Bill

Wed, 10 Jun 2020 17:21:53 -0000

Tim Scott leads on a GOP policing bill

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What Do You Mean, Defund the Police?

Tue, 09 Jun 2020 17:42:25 -0000

What do you mean, defund the police?

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A Jobs Surprise / Jim Mattis Fires Back

Fri, 05 Jun 2020 19:52:23 -0000

A jobs surprise / Jim Mattis fires back

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Violence Wanes, but Curfew is Flouted

Wed, 03 Jun 2020 16:59:44 -0000

Violence wanes, but curfew is flouted

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Rioters Torch the Rule of Law

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 16:57:24 -0000

Rioters torch the rule of law

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Crisis in Minneapolis / Trump vs. Twitter

Fri, 29 May 2020 20:14:22 -0000

Crisis in Minneapolis / Trump vs. Twitter

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Trump Tweets, and Twitter Fact Checks

Wed, 27 May 2020 17:03:31 -0000

Trump tweets, and Twitter fact checks

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Churches Escape Lockdown / Biden Ventures Out

Tue, 26 May 2020 17:08:23 -0000

Churches escape lockdown / Biden ventures out

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Hong Kong in Danger / Colleges vs. the SAT

Fri, 22 May 2020 19:58:20 -0000

Hong Kong in danger / Colleges vs. the SAT

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Lockdowns, Mail Votes and Michael Flynn

Wed, 20 May 2020 17:23:39 -0000

Lockdowns, mail votes and Michael Flynn

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Trump's Drug Regimen/Fired Inspectors General

Tue, 19 May 2020 17:12:34 -0000

Trump's drug regimen/Fired Inspectors General

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Unmasking the Michael Flynn Unmaskers

Fri, 15 May 2020 19:53:35 -0000

Unmasking the Michael Flynn unmaskers

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How Pelosi Spends $3 Trillion

Wed, 13 May 2020 17:09:29 -0000

How Pelosi spends $3 trillion

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Are Trump's Bank Records the House's Business?

Tue, 12 May 2020 16:49:09 -0000

Are Trump's bank records the House's business?

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The Jobs Report, Tara Reade and Michael Flynn

Fri, 08 May 2020 19:51:44 -0000

The jobs report, Tara Reade and Michael Flynn

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The Nuns Still Fighting ObamaCare

Wed, 06 May 2020 16:55:53 -0000

The nuns still fighting ObamaCare

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Lockdowns Begin to Ease in 27 States

Tue, 05 May 2020 17:01:17 -0000

Lockdowns begin to ease in 27 states

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Joe Biden's Denial/Michael Flynn's Evidence

Fri, 01 May 2020 20:11:50 -0000

Joe Biden's denial/Michael Flynn's evidence

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The Economic Fallout / Hillary Clinton Endorses

Wed, 29 Apr 2020 16:58:55 -0000

The economic fallout / Hillary Clinton endorses

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The Supreme Court is Still Gun-Shy

Tue, 28 Apr 2020 17:14:50 -0000

The Supreme Court is still gun-shy

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The Lockdowns Slowly Start to Lift

Fri, 24 Apr 2020 20:06:32 -0000

The lockdowns slowly start to lift

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Sizing Up the $484 Billion Aid Bill

Wed, 22 Apr 2020 17:18:22 -0000

Sizing up the $484 billion aid bill

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States Begin to Lift the Lockdown

Tue, 21 Apr 2020 17:08:37 -0000

States begin to lift the lockdown

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Trump's Plan to Ease the Lockdowns

Fri, 17 Apr 2020 19:52:58 -0000

Trump's plan to ease the lockdowns

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Defunding the WHO / Biden's Big Endorsements

Wed, 15 Apr 2020 17:05:18 -0000

Defunding the WHO / Biden's Big Endorsements

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'The Path to Normalcy'

Tue, 14 Apr 2020 16:57:50 -0000

'The Path to Normalcy'

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A Senate Deadlock, and Biden Turns Left

Fri, 10 Apr 2020 20:08:10 -0000

A Senate deadlock, and Biden turns left

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Bernie Sanders Bows Out

Wed, 08 Apr 2020 17:04:19 -0000

Bernie Sanders bows out

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The Coronavirus Surge

Tue, 07 Apr 2020 16:56:45 -0000

The coronavirus surge

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America's 10 Million Newly Unemployed

Fri, 03 Apr 2020 19:52:37 -0000

America's 10 million newly unemployed

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'A Very Tough Two Weeks'

Wed, 01 Apr 2020 17:23:10 -0000

'A very tough two weeks'

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Industry Gears Up to Fight the Virus

Tue, 31 Mar 2020 16:53:53 -0000

Industry gears up to fight the virus

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The Final Drama of the Coronavirus Bill

Fri, 27 Mar 2020 20:05:00 -0000

The final drama of the coronavirus bill

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What's in the Coronavirus Aid Deal?

Wed, 25 Mar 2020 16:49:54 -0000

What's in the coronavirus aid deal?

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Why the Coronavirus Relief Bill Stalled

Tue, 24 Mar 2020 18:14:20 -0000

Why the coronavirus relief bill stalled

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The Coronavirus and Shutdown Send the Economy into Recession

Fri, 20 Mar 2020 20:14:19 -0000

The coronavirus and shutdown send the economy into recession.

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Washington Panics Over the Virus Economy

Wed, 18 Mar 2020 17:21:19 -0000

Washington panics over the virus economy

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The Coronavirus Changes American Life and the Economy

Tue, 17 Mar 2020 18:18:02 -0000

The coronavirus changes American life and the economy.

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Washington Takes on a Virus/Biden's Bernie Dilemma

Fri, 13 Mar 2020 20:17:02 -0000

Washington takes on a virus/Biden's Bernie dilemma

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Joe Biden Takes a Commanding Primary Lead

Wed, 11 Mar 2020 17:06:59 -0000

Joe Biden takes a commanding primary lead

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The Coronavirus Roils Markets and Washington

Tue, 10 Mar 2020 16:54:30 -0000

The coronavirus roils markets and Washington.

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Chuck Schumer Threatens the Supreme Court

Fri, 06 Mar 2020 21:11:27 -0000

Chuck Schumer threatens the Supreme Court

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How Joe Biden Became the Lazarus of Politics

Wed, 04 Mar 2020 18:23:35 -0000

How Joe Biden became the Lazarus of politics

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Democrats Rally Behind Biden Against Sanders

Tue, 03 Mar 2020 18:23:35 -0000

Democrats rally behind Biden against Sanders

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The Biden Resurgence/Is the Coronavirus the New Russia?

Fri, 28 Feb 2020 21:02:26 -0000

The Biden Resurgence/Is the Coronavirus the New Russia?

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Sanders Wins the Democratic Debate in South Carolina

Wed, 26 Feb 2020 18:02:31 -0000

Sanders wins the Democratic debate in South Carolina

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Democratic Candidates Finally Take on Bernie Sanders

Tue, 25 Feb 2020 17:55:28 -0000

Democratic candidates finally take on Bernie Sanders

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Can Mike Bloomberg Rebound From His Debate Flop?

Fri, 21 Feb 2020 21:20:45 -0000

Can Mike Bloomberg rebound from his debate flop?

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Will Bill Barr Resign as Attorney General?

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 18:15:58 -0000

Will Bill Barr resign as Attorney General?

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Mike Bloomberg Makes the Democratic Debate Stage

Tue, 18 Feb 2020 17:54:09 -0000

Mike Bloomberg makes the Democratic debate stage

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Barr Takes on Trump's Roger Stone Tweets

Fri, 14 Feb 2020 21:00:49 -0000

Barr takes on Trump's Roger Stone tweets

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The Democratic Race After New Hampshire

Wed, 12 Feb 2020 19:05:33 -0000

The Democratic race after New Hampshire

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A New Hampshire Primary Preview

Tue, 11 Feb 2020 18:39:54 -0000

A New Hampshire primary preview.

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Sanders and Buttigieg Take the Democratic Lead

Fri, 07 Feb 2020 21:21:44 -0000

Sanders and Buttigieg take the Democratic lead.

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Pelosi Tears up Trump's State of the Union--Literally

Wed, 05 Feb 2020 18:54:59 -0000

Pelosi tears up Trump's State of the Union--literally.

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The Iowa Democratic Caucus Implosion

Tue, 04 Feb 2020 18:19:10 -0000

The Iowa Democratic caucus implosion.

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The Senate Impeachment Heads Toward a Rapid Acquittal

Fri, 31 Jan 2020 21:12:26 -0000

The Senate impeachment heads toward a rapid acquittal.

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Will the Senate Call Impeachment Witnesses?

Wed, 29 Jan 2020 18:05:59 -0000

Will the Senate call impeachment witnesses?

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John Bolton Roils the Senate Impeachment Trial

Tue, 28 Jan 2020 17:57:40 -0000

John Bolton roils the Senate impeachment trial.

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Will Senate Republicans Break on Allowing Impeachment Trial Witnesses?

Fri, 24 Jan 2020 21:14:48 -0000

Will Senate Republicans break on allowing impeachment trial witnesses?

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Day One of the Impeachment Trial, and Joe Biden in Iowa

Wed, 22 Jan 2020 18:10:21 -0000

Day one of the impeachment trial, and Joe Biden in Iowa.

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The Senate Fights Over Impeachment Witnesses

Tue, 21 Jan 2020 17:53:59 -0000

The Senate fights over impeachment witnesses.

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What to Look for in the Senate Impeachment Trial

Fri, 17 Jan 2020 20:53:38 -0000

What to look for in the Senate impeachment trial.

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Warren Plays the Gender Card Against Sanders

Wed, 15 Jan 2020 18:27:56 -0000

Warren plays the gender card against Sanders.

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Biden vs. Sanders on Foreign Policy

Tue, 14 Jan 2020 17:49:13 -0000

Biden vs. Sanders on foreign policy.

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What to Expect in a Senate Impeachment Trial

Fri, 10 Jan 2020 21:08:15 -0000

What to expect in a Senate impeachment trial.

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Iran Retaliates Against the U.S.

Wed, 08 Jan 2020 18:05:05 -0000

Iran retaliates against the U.S.

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The Fallout From Soleimani's Killing

Tue, 07 Jan 2020 18:14:01 -0000

The fallout from Soleimani's killing.

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Trump Orders an Attack on Iran's Revolutionary General

Fri, 03 Jan 2020 21:09:42 -0000

Trump orders an attack on Iran's revolutionary general.

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Who Won the Latest Democratic Debate?

Fri, 20 Dec 2019 21:04:42 -0000

Who won the latest Democratic debate?

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Impeachment Moves to the Senate--or Not

Thu, 19 Dec 2019 18:17:44 -0000

Impeachment moves to the Senate--or not.

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Impeachment Eve/Jim Comey Spins

Tue, 17 Dec 2019 18:49:30 -0000

Impeachment Eve/Jim Comey Spins

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Trump's Trade Deals, and Impeachment Advances

Fri, 13 Dec 2019 21:19:45 -0000

Trump's trade deals, and impeachment advances.

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Democrats Shrink Their Case For Impeachment

Wed, 11 Dec 2019 18:09:14 -0000

Democrats shrink their case for impeachment.

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The Horowitz Report on the FBI and its Consequences

Tue, 10 Dec 2019 18:16:06 -0000

The Horowitz report on the FBI and its consequences.

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Pelosi Commits Democrats to Impeaching Trump

Fri, 06 Dec 2019 21:28:54 -0000

Pelosi commits Democrats to impeaching Trump.

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How Did Adam Schiff Get Devin Nunes's Phone Records?

Wed, 04 Dec 2019 19:34:15 -0000

How did Adam Schiff get Devin Nunes's phone records?

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Tariff Man Returns at the White House, and Impeachment Advances

Tue, 03 Dec 2019 17:53:13 -0000

Tariff Man returns at the White House, and impeachment advances.

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Mike Bloomberg Roils the Democratic Presidential Race

Tue, 26 Nov 2019 18:40:37 -0000

Mike Bloomberg roils the Democratic presidential race.

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Impeachment Polls Turn Down, and Moderate Democrats Go Up

Fri, 22 Nov 2019 21:04:08 -0000

Impeachment polls turn down, and moderate Democrats go up.

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Did Gordon Sondland Make the Case for Impeachment?

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 17:57:53 -0000

Did Gordon Sondland make the case for impeachment?

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Warren Backtracks on Medicare for All and Mayor Pete Rises in Iowa

Tue, 19 Nov 2019 18:08:36 -0000

Warren backtracks on Medicare for All and Mayor Pete rises in Iowa.

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Day Two of Impeachment Hearings, Plus Warren Goes After Billionaires

Fri, 15 Nov 2019 21:04:27 -0000

Day two of impeachment hearings, plus Warren goes after billionaires.

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Democrats Go Public with Their Case for Impeaching Donald Trump

Wed, 13 Nov 2019 18:09:34 -0000

Democrats go public with their case for impeaching Donald Trump.

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What to Look For as the House Begins Public Impeachment Hearings

Tue, 12 Nov 2019 18:03:46 -0000

What to look for as the House begins public impeachment hearings.

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Could Mike Bloomberg Win the Democratic Nomination?

Fri, 08 Nov 2019 20:53:16 -0000

Could Mike Bloomberg win the Democratic nomination?

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Another Bad Election Day for Republicans in the Suburbs

Wed, 06 Nov 2019 18:23:14 -0000

Another bad election day for Republicans in the suburbs.

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Warren Doubles Down on Medicare for All. Will it Hurt Her?

Tue, 05 Nov 2019 18:16:51 -0000

Warren doubles down on Medicare for All. Will it hurt her?

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The House Finally Goes on Record on an Impeachment Inquiry

Fri, 01 Nov 2019 20:15:04 -0000

The House finally goes on record on an impeachment inquiry.

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The Health of the Economy and the Latest on the Impeachment Drama

Wed, 30 Oct 2019 17:07:14 -0000

The health of the economy and the latest on the impeachment drama.

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Pelosi Finally Wants the House to Vote on Impeachment

Tue, 29 Oct 2019 17:31:25 -0000

Pelosi finally wants the House to vote on impeachment.

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John Durham's Review of Russia and The FBI is Now a Criminal Probe

Fri, 25 Oct 2019 20:07:07 -0000

John Durham's review of Russia and the FBI in 2016 is now a criminal probe.

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The Latest Impeachment "Bombshell"

Wed, 23 Oct 2019 17:51:52 -0000

The latest impeachment "bombshell."

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Tulsi vs. Hillary, and Mayor Pete's Iowa Boost

Tue, 22 Oct 2019 17:15:15 -0000

Tulsi vs. Hillary, and Mayor Pete's Iowa boost.

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An Impeachment Roundup, Plus Trump's Syria Troubles with Congress

Fri, 18 Oct 2019 20:06:56 -0000

An impeachment roundup, plus Trump's Syria troubles with Congress.

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The Center-Left Democrats Take on Warren

Wed, 16 Oct 2019 17:55:39 -0000

The center-left Democrats take on Elizabeth Warren.

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The Mess in Syria, and Questions for the Democratic Debate

Tue, 15 Oct 2019 17:08:24 -0000

The mess in Syria, and questions for the Democratic debate.

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California Goes Dark, Intentionally

Fri, 11 Oct 2019 19:57:07 -0000

California goes dark, intentionally.

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Why Won't the House Vote to Authorize an Impeachment Inquiry?

Wed, 09 Oct 2019 17:12:30 -0000

Why won't the House vote to authorize an impeachment inquiry?

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The GOP Revolt Against Trump on Syria and the Kurds

Tue, 08 Oct 2019 16:42:38 -0000

The GOP revolt against Trump on Syria and the Kurds.

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The Partisan Battle Lines Form Over Impeachment

Fri, 04 Oct 2019 19:56:40 -0000

The partisan battle lines form over impeachment.

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Bernie Sanders' Health

Wed, 02 Oct 2019 16:45:21 -0000

Bernie Sanders' heart scare jolts the 2020 campaign.

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Chinese Communists, Hong Kong and Impeachment

Tue, 01 Oct 2019 18:22:09 -0000

China celebrates Communist founding, HK rebels, and Dems go all in on impeachment

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Impeachment Kicks into Overdrive

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 20:23:38 -0000

Impeachment kicks into overdrive.

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The Hype of Trump's Ukraine Call

Wed, 25 Sep 2019 16:44:50 -0000

The hype of Trump's Ukraine call

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Is Trump's Ukraine Call an Impeachable Offense?

Tue, 24 Sep 2019 16:59:07 -0000

Is Trump's Ukraine call an impeachable offense?

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What Did Donald Trump Tell Ukraine's President?

Fri, 20 Sep 2019 19:57:56 -0000

What did Donald Trump tell Ukraine's President?

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Elizabeth Warren Keeps on Rising

Wed, 18 Sep 2019 16:40:18 -0000

Elizabeth Warren keeps on rising

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Smearing Brett Kavanaugh Again

Tue, 17 Sep 2019 16:48:16 -0000

Smearing Brett Kavanaugh Again

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How Did Joe Biden Survive Thursday's Democratic Debate?

Fri, 13 Sep 2019 20:08:13 -0000

How did Joe Biden survive Thursday's Democratic debate?

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Republicans Hold a House Seat in North Carolina

Wed, 11 Sep 2019 16:51:38 -0000

Republicans hold a House seat in North Carolina, and more John Bolton fallout.

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The Implications of John Bolton's Resignation as NSC Adviser

Tue, 10 Sep 2019 17:28:45 -0000

The implications of John Bolton's resignation as NSC adviser

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The Democrats Go All-In on Climate Change

Fri, 06 Sep 2019 20:10:02 -0000

The Democrats go all-in on climate change.

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Britain Finally Heads Toward a Brexit Showdown

Wed, 04 Sep 2019 17:03:57 -0000

Potomac Watch Podcast: Britain finally heads toward a Brexit showdown

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The Costs of China's Crackdown on Hong Kong

Tue, 03 Sep 2019 17:25:30 -0000

The costs of China's crackdown on Hong Kong.

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James Comey's FBI Rules

Fri, 30 Aug 2019 20:27:08 -0000

James Comey's FBI rules, and the shrinking Democratic field.

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How Political Is the Federal Reserve?

Wed, 28 Aug 2019 17:12:31 -0000

Potomac Watch Podcast: How political is the Federal Reserve?

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Trump at the G-7

Tue, 27 Aug 2019 16:52:01 -0000

Trump at the G-7 on Iran, trade and Russia.

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Is Biden More Electable Than Other Democrats?

Fri, 23 Aug 2019 20:10:45 -0000

Is Joe Biden really more electable than other Democrats?

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Is Trump Serious About Tax Cuts?

Wed, 21 Aug 2019 17:57:19 -0000

Is Trump serious about new tax cuts?

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Big Business CEOs Put Shareholders Last

Tue, 20 Aug 2019 17:14:03 -0000

Big Business CEOs put shareholders last.

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Will Slow Growth Defeat Trump in 2020?

Fri, 16 Aug 2019 19:48:43 -0000

Will slow growth defeat Trump in 2020?

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Trump, China Trade and Hong Kong

Wed, 14 Aug 2019 17:41:26 -0000

Trump, China trade and Hong Kong.

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Is Biden Too Old to Be President?

Tue, 13 Aug 2019 16:36:33 -0000

Is Joe Biden too old to be President?

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Responding to U.S. Mass Shootings

Fri, 09 Aug 2019 20:01:43 -0000

President Trump continues to respond to the mass shootings in Dayton and El Paso.

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Race Rhetoric in the Presidential Contest

Wed, 07 Aug 2019 17:05:48 -0000

Potomac Watch podcast: Race rhetoric in the presidential contest.

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The Fallout From the Mass Shootings

Tue, 06 Aug 2019 16:58:19 -0000

Will anything change after the weekend's mass shootings?

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The Democratic Campaign

Fri, 02 Aug 2019 20:08:35 -0000

The Democratic campaign after round two of debates.

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Radicals Vs. Pragmatists

Wed, 31 Jul 2019 16:49:19 -0000

The radicals vs. the pragmatists at the first Democratic debate.

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Previewing the Democratic Debate

Tue, 30 Jul 2019 17:21:20 -0000

Previewing the Democratic debate and Trump vs. Baltimore.

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The Democratic Party Fight Over Impeachment

Fri, 26 Jul 2019 19:50:11 -0000

The Democratic Party fight over impeachment continues.

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Robert Mueller on Capitol Hill

Wed, 24 Jul 2019 17:34:02 -0000

Robert Mueller on Capitol Hill.

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Breaking Down a Bad Budget Deal

Tue, 23 Jul 2019 17:25:53 -0000

Breaking down a bad budget deal and Robert Mueller in reruns.

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The House Impeachment Vote

Fri, 19 Jul 2019 20:16:09 -0000

The House impeachment vote and the fallout from 'send her back.'

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The House Floor Fight Over Trump

Wed, 17 Jul 2019 17:23:56 -0000

House floor fight over Trump, plus Biden vs. Bernie on health care.

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Donald Trump vs. the Democratic House 'Squad.'

Tue, 16 Jul 2019 17:57:29 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel and Bill McGurn on Donald Trump vs. the Democratic House 'Squad.'

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Acosta Resigns and Pelosi vs. Progressives

Fri, 12 Jul 2019 20:08:47 -0000

Labor Secretary Acosta resigns and Nancy Pelosi vs. the progressives.

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The U.S.-U.K. Diplomatic Dust-up

Wed, 10 Jul 2019 17:33:24 -0000

The U.S.-U.K. diplomatic dust-up and Acosta's handling of the Epstein case.

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Joe Biden's Apology Politics

Tue, 09 Jul 2019 17:24:57 -0000

Gigot, Strassel and McGurn on Joe Biden's apology politics.

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Joe Biden Falls in the Polls

Tue, 02 Jul 2019 17:04:15 -0000

Joe Biden falls in the polls, and Trump's personal diplomacy.

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Parsing the Democratic Debate

Fri, 28 Jun 2019 20:08:37 -0000

Parsing the Democratic debate and the Supreme Court's year.

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The Democratic Debate

Wed, 26 Jun 2019 17:54:15 -0000

What to look for at the Democratic debate.

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Donald Trump's Foreign Policy

Tue, 25 Jun 2019 17:56:58 -0000

Donald Trump's foreign policy.

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The New Supreme Court

Fri, 21 Jun 2019 19:50:23 -0000

Trump and Iran and the new Supreme Court.

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Donald Trump Launches Campaign

Wed, 19 Jun 2019 18:39:42 -0000

Donald Trump launches his campaign for re-election.

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The New Supreme Court

Tue, 18 Jun 2019 17:07:38 -0000

What we're learning about the new Supreme Court.

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Bernie Sanders and Democratic Socialism

Fri, 14 Jun 2019 20:12:21 -0000

Bernie Sanders defends democratic socialism.

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Biden Vs. Trump

Wed, 12 Jun 2019 18:06:48 -0000

Biden vs. Trump in Iowa

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Nadler Vs. Pelosi on Impeachment

Tue, 11 Jun 2019 18:04:32 -0000

Nadler vs. Pelosi on impeachment, and Trump's Mexico deal.

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The Economy Stumbles

Fri, 07 Jun 2019 20:00:50 -0000

The economy stumbles, and Joe Biden flips on abortion funding.

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Joe Biden's Climate Plan

Wed, 05 Jun 2019 16:46:03 -0000

Joe Biden's climate plan, and a brewing Senate revolt against Trump's tariffs.

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Trump on Trade

Tue, 04 Jun 2019 17:00:27 -0000

Trump on trade and California Democrats.

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Trump's New Tariffs

Fri, 31 May 2019 22:04:02 -0000

The fallout from Trump's new tariffs on Mexico.

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Robert Mueller Speaks

Wed, 29 May 2019 21:03:02 -0000

Robert Mueller speaks, and Europe's political turmoil.

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The Julian Assange Indictment

Tue, 28 May 2019 17:42:59 -0000

The Julian Assange indictment and the Supreme Court on abortion.

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The U.S. China Trade Escalation

Fri, 24 May 2019 20:16:06 -0000

The U.S. China trade escalation, plus Barr's authority to release Russia-related documents.

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Bernie Sanders on Education

Wed, 22 May 2019 17:19:43 -0000

Bernie Sanders on education and Kamala Harris on the wage gap.

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Don McGahn's Testimony

Tue, 21 May 2019 17:52:40 -0000

Executive privilege and Don McGahn's testimony.

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Trump and Iran

Fri, 17 May 2019 21:20:59 -0000

Trump and Iran and his new immigration policy.

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John Durham's FBI Review

Wed, 15 May 2019 17:56:34 -0000

John Durham's FBI review and Alabama's new abortion law.

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Trump, Tariffs, and 2020

Tue, 14 May 2019 19:43:01 -0000

Trump, tariffs, China trade and 2020.

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James Comey and the FBI

Fri, 10 May 2019 19:55:07 -0000

James Comey and the FBI. Plus, impeachment remains in the air for Democrats.

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Congress Vs. Trump

Wed, 08 May 2019 21:14:56 -0000

The law and politics of Congress vs. Trump.

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Trump Bets on Tariffs

Tue, 07 May 2019 19:59:33 -0000

Trump bets on tariffs to close a China trade deal.

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Mueller v. Barr

Fri, 03 May 2019 19:49:23 -0000

A bad look for Bob Mueller, while Bill Barr promises to investigate the investigators.

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Barr Faces the Senate

Wed, 01 May 2019 16:48:09 -0000

William Barr faces the Senate over Robert Mueller.

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Joe Biden's Campaign Rollout

Tue, 30 Apr 2019 16:52:54 -0000

What Joe Biden's campaign rollout says about his 2020 strategy.

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The Democratic Impeachment Dilemma

Fri, 26 Apr 2019 20:05:30 -0000

The Democratic impeachment dilemma, and 3% growth returns.

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Joe Biden's Entrance Into Election 2020

Wed, 24 Apr 2019 17:56:47 -0000

Joe Biden's entrance into the Democratic 2020 field.

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To Impeach or Not to Impeach

Tue, 23 Apr 2019 18:07:34 -0000

To impeach or not to impeach: That is the Democratic question.

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The Mueller Report

Fri, 19 Apr 2019 20:20:21 -0000

The Mueller report and its many implications.

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Bernie Sanders: Democratic front-runner?

Wed, 17 Apr 2019 17:19:12 -0000

Is Bernie Sanders the real Democratic front-runner?

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Pete Buttigieg's Appeal

Tue, 16 Apr 2019 18:11:51 -0000

Pete Buttigieg's appeal, and Trump vs. Ilhan Omar.

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Bill Barr's Announcement

Fri, 12 Apr 2019 19:43:38 -0000

The impact of Bill Barr's announcement, and the arrest of Julian Assange in Great Britian.

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Bill Barr Digs Into 2016 Trump Campaign

Wed, 10 Apr 2019 18:52:00 -0000

Bill Barr digs into the 2016 spying on the Trump campaign, and Netanyahu wins again.

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Trump Fires Immigration-Enforcement Team

Tue, 09 Apr 2019 17:02:52 -0000

Trump fires his immigration-enforcement team.

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A Conservative Upset in Wisconsin

Fri, 05 Apr 2019 22:09:57 -0000

A conservative upset in Wisconsin and Pete Buttigieg's rise.

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The Subpoena Fight

Wed, 03 Apr 2019 16:58:02 -0000

The subpoena fight over the Mueller report.

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Joe Biden's Identity Politics Reckoning

Tue, 02 Apr 2019 18:41:52 -0000

Joe Biden's identity politics reckoning.

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The Democratic Divide Over Mueller

Fri, 29 Mar 2019 18:51:19 -0000

The Democratic divide over Mueller.

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Trump's Turn on Health Care

Wed, 27 Mar 2019 16:00:23 -0000

Trump's turn on health care and voting on the Green New Deal.

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The Mueller Report

Tue, 26 Mar 2019 15:53:53 -0000

The Mueller report and its consequences.

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Joe Biden Gears Up

Fri, 22 Mar 2019 19:00:04 -0000

Joe Biden gears up for his third presidential run.

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The Electoral College

Wed, 20 Mar 2019 16:43:34 -0000

The case for keeping the Electoral College.

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Assessing the Democratic Candidates

Tue, 19 Mar 2019 17:34:24 -0000

Assessing the Democratic candidates in the 2020 race.

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Betting on Beto O'Rourke

Fri, 15 Mar 2019 20:11:00 -0000

The betting on Beto O'Rourke.

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The Senate and Donald Trump's Emergency

Wed, 13 Mar 2019 16:39:09 -0000

The college admissions fraud scandal, and the Senate and Donald Trump's emergency.

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Nancy Pelosi Opposes Impeachment

Tue, 12 Mar 2019 16:12:40 -0000

Nancy Pelosi opposes impeachment, and Trump's budget strategy.

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House Democrats Direct Attention Away From Trump

Fri, 08 Mar 2019 20:30:13 -0000

House Democrats managed to direct the media's attention away from Donald Trump this week and onto themselves, for better or worse.

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Handicapping Hickenlooper

Wed, 06 Mar 2019 17:24:25 -0000

Handicapping Hickenlooper and Biden in the Democratic race after Bloomberg stays out.

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The House Impeachment Machinery

Tue, 05 Mar 2019 18:49:27 -0000

The House impeachment machinery starts up.

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The Fallout From Michael Cohen

Fri, 01 Mar 2019 20:09:09 -0000

The fallout from Michael Cohen and the North Korean summit.

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Michael Cohen Testifies

Wed, 27 Feb 2019 16:43:00 -0000

Michael Cohen testifies against Trump on Capitol Hill.

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The Supreme Court's Religious Establishment Case

Tue, 26 Feb 2019 16:45:23 -0000

The Supreme Court takes up an important religious establishment case.

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Violence in Venezuela

Fri, 22 Feb 2019 20:26:06 -0000

Violence in Venezuela and voter fraud in North Carolina.

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McCabe Vs. Trump

Wed, 20 Feb 2019 17:12:39 -0000

Andrew McCabe vs. Donald Trump.

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Can Bernie Sanders Win the Democratic Nomination?

Tue, 19 Feb 2019 16:43:52 -0000

Can Bernie Sanders win the Democratic nomination?

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Trump's National Emergency

Fri, 15 Feb 2019 20:21:07 -0000

Trump's national emergency and Amazon flees New York.

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Green New Deal Divides Democrats

Wed, 13 Feb 2019 17:56:07 -0000

Why Republicans don't want another shutdown, and the Green New Deal divides Democrats.

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The Budget Compromise

Tue, 12 Feb 2019 17:00:20 -0000

The budget compromise and Amy Klobuchar's presidential bid.

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Virginia's Political Crisis

Fri, 08 Feb 2019 20:15:46 -0000

Virginia's political crisis, and Acting Attorney General Matt Whitaker testifies at the House Judiciary Committee's oversight hearing.

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Trump's State of the Union Address

Wed, 06 Feb 2019 18:41:16 -0000

What we learned from Trump's State of the Union address.

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The State of the Trump Presidency

Tue, 05 Feb 2019 17:08:30 -0000

The state of the Trump Presidency after two years.

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Senator Cory Booker Joins Presidential Race

Fri, 01 Feb 2019 20:18:21 -0000

Senator Cory Booker jumps in the presidential race.

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The White House Considers Concessions

Wed, 30 Jan 2019 20:05:40 -0000

The White House considers concessions to Senate Democrats on judges.

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Should Howard Schultz Run for President?

Tue, 29 Jan 2019 18:29:11 -0000

Should Howard Schultz run for president as an independent?

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Trump Reopens the Government

Fri, 25 Jan 2019 20:36:56 -0000

Trump reopens the government, and Mueller indicts Roger Stone.

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Kamala Harris's Presidential Run

Wed, 23 Jan 2019 16:54:35 -0000

Kamala Harris's presidential run, and the Covington Catholic controversy.

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Trump's Immigration Offer

Tue, 22 Jan 2019 17:47:33 -0000

Trump's immigration offer, and the Supreme Court takes up a gun rights case.

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The Robert Mueller Probe

Fri, 18 Jan 2019 19:50:35 -0000

The latest on the Robert Mueller probe.

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Bill Barr Testifies

Wed, 16 Jan 2019 19:12:30 -0000

Bill Barr testifies, and the growing Democratic presidential field.

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Bill Barr's Confirmation Fight

Tue, 15 Jan 2019 18:25:43 -0000

Los Angeles teachers on strike, and Bill Barr's confirmation fight.

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Trump and the Shutdown

Fri, 11 Jan 2019 20:41:01 -0000

Trump isn't bending on the shutdown, and Democrats move to super-size ObamaCare.

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Who's Winning the Shutdown-Border Debate?

Wed, 09 Jan 2019 18:51:32 -0000

Who's winning the shutdown-border debate?

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The Border Funding Fight

Tue, 08 Jan 2019 16:54:23 -0000

The rising political stakes in the border funding fight.

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The Pelosi Congress

Fri, 04 Jan 2019 20:08:57 -0000

What to expect from the Pelosi Congress.

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Elizabeth Warren's Presidential Prospects

Wed, 02 Jan 2019 17:23:09 -0000

Elizabeth Warren's presidential prospects, and Romney slams Trump.

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The Mattis Resignation

Fri, 21 Dec 2018 20:49:23 -0000

The repercussions from the Mattis resignation.

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Criminal Justice Reform Passes

Wed, 19 Dec 2018 19:42:39 -0000

Criminal justice reform passes, but Trump punts on the budget.

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Trump Vs. the Federal Reserve

Tue, 18 Dec 2018 17:25:19 -0000

Trump vs. the Federal Reserve, and the lost immigration opportunity.

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Integrity of Comey's FBI; Planned Parenthood Court Case

Fri, 14 Dec 2018 20:10:45 -0000

What the treatment of General Flynn says about the integrity of James Comey's FBI, and did Supreme Court shirk its duties by declining Planned Parenthood case?

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The Budget Showdown

Wed, 12 Dec 2018 20:56:41 -0000

The budget showdown and other follies in the lame-duck Congress.

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Who Will Be Trump's New Chief of Staff?

Tue, 11 Dec 2018 16:56:42 -0000

Looking back on John Kelly's role as White House Chief of Staff, and assessing the leading contenders poised to take his place.

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The French Protests

Fri, 07 Dec 2018 22:57:53 -0000

The French protests and the global carbon tax revolt.

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Remembering George H.W. Bush

Wed, 05 Dec 2018 18:11:50 -0000

Remembering George H.W. Bush and Trump's China deal.

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Michael Cohen Cops a Plea

Fri, 30 Nov 2018 20:49:22 -0000

Michael Cohen cops a plea as the Mueller probe accelerates.

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Trump's Challenges from Putin and China Trade

Wed, 28 Nov 2018 16:49:40 -0000

Paul Gigot and Kim Strassel on Trump's challenges from Putin and China trade.

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GM, Trump and the Politics of Cars

Tue, 27 Nov 2018 17:05:05 -0000

General Motors, Donald Trump, and the politics of cars.

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The Coming Triumph of Nancy Pelosi

Fri, 23 Nov 2018 17:06:09 -0000

Gigot and McGurn on the coming triumph of Nancy Pelosi.

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Donald Trump and American Values

Wed, 21 Nov 2018 20:24:19 -0000

Trump, the Saudis, realpolitik and American values.

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The 2020 Message to Republicans

Tue, 20 Nov 2018 17:33:21 -0000

The 2020 message to Republicans from 2018.

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Florida Election Recounts; Amazon Agonistes

Fri, 16 Nov 2018 19:47:31 -0000

Strassel, McGurn and Gigot on the Florida election recounts and Amazon agonistes.

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The Post-Election Funk at the Trump White House

Wed, 14 Nov 2018 16:55:26 -0000

Potomac Watch: Strassel, McGurn and Gigot talk about the post-election funk at the Trump White House.

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The Florida Recounts; Nancy Pelosi's Future

Tue, 13 Nov 2018 17:06:40 -0000

The Florida election recounts, and will House Democrats depose Nancy Pelosi?

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Can Trump and Pelosi Get Along?

Fri, 09 Nov 2018 21:03:39 -0000

Can Donald Trump and Nancy Pelosi get along?

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A Midterm Election Review

Wed, 07 Nov 2018 18:44:14 -0000

A midterm election review.

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Surprises to Watch For in the Midterm Elections

Tue, 06 Nov 2018 16:53:08 -0000

Surprises to watch for in the election results.

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The House and Senate Races

Fri, 02 Nov 2018 18:59:25 -0000

Breaking down the House and Senate races ahead of Tuesday's 2018 midterm elections.

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Birthright Citizenship

Wed, 31 Oct 2018 16:24:51 -0000

Birthright citizenship and Pelosi predicts a Democratic House.

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The Aftermath of the Synagogue Massacre

Tue, 30 Oct 2018 18:04:06 -0000

The aftermath of the synagogue massacre, and Democrats try to save Senator Robert Menendez.

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The Economy and the Election

Fri, 26 Oct 2018 20:52:26 -0000

The economy and the election, and arresting a pipe-bomb suspect.

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Donald Trump Vs. the Federal Reserve

Wed, 24 Oct 2018 18:04:41 -0000

Bomb-like devices are sent to Democrats, and Donald Trump vs. the Federal Reserve.

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Immigration and the 'Caravan' from Central America

Tue, 23 Oct 2018 17:02:16 -0000

Immigration, the "caravan" from Central America, and the election.

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Are Health Care and Immigration Helping Democrats?

Fri, 19 Oct 2018 19:52:21 -0000

Are health care and immigration helping Democrats retake Congress?

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Trump and the Saudis

Wed, 17 Oct 2018 16:45:04 -0000

Trump and the Saudis, plus Nancy Pelosi's 2019 agenda.

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Elizabeth Warren's Ancestry; Racial Preferences at Harvard

Tue, 16 Oct 2018 20:03:13 -0000

Elizabeth Warren's ancestry and racial preferences at Harvard.

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Trump Vs. The Federal Reserve

Fri, 12 Oct 2018 21:01:58 -0000

Trump vs. the Federal Reserve as stock prices plunge.

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The Race for Congress

Wed, 10 Oct 2018 18:50:11 -0000

The race for Congress one month from Election Day.

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Brett Kavanaugh's Confirmation

Tue, 09 Oct 2018 17:59:33 -0000

Brett Kavanaugh's confirmation and the future of the Supreme Court.

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Collins Tips Kavanaugh Toward Senate Confirmation

Fri, 05 Oct 2018 21:20:36 -0000

Maine Republican Susan Collins tips Brett Kavanaugh toward Senate confirmation.

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Trump Belly Flops into Kavanaugh Debate

Wed, 03 Oct 2018 16:45:01 -0000

Donald Trump belly flops into the Kavanaugh debate, and is new Nafta better or worse for trade?

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Senate Moves to a Vote on Kavanaugh

Tue, 02 Oct 2018 17:23:31 -0000

As the FBI probe continues, the Senate moves to a vote on Brett Kavanaugh.

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The Kavanaugh Nomination Roller Coaster

Fri, 28 Sep 2018 20:11:50 -0000

The Kavanaugh nomination roller coaster.

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Kavanaugh, Kavanaugh, Kavanaugh

Wed, 26 Sep 2018 17:38:53 -0000

The latest on Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh ahead of his testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee.

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Will Brett Kavanaugh Be Confirmed?

Tue, 25 Sep 2018 18:38:24 -0000

Will Brett Kavanaugh be confirmed?

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Brett Kavanaugh and Due Process

Fri, 21 Sep 2018 20:30:24 -0000

Brett Kavanaugh and due process.

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Brett Kavanaugh's Confirmation Fight

Wed, 19 Sep 2018 17:28:41 -0000

Brett Kavanaugh's accuser declines to testify without an FBI probe.

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Brett Kavanaugh's Nomination

Tue, 18 Sep 2018 17:59:32 -0000

Can Brett Kavanaugh's nomination survive Christine Ford's accusation?

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A Late Hit on Brett Kavanaugh

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 20:13:59 -0000

A late hit on Brett Kavanaugh and Paul Manafort cops a plea.

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The Battle for the U.S. Senate

Wed, 12 Sep 2018 16:48:38 -0000

Democrats gain in Senate election battle.

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The Politics of Colin Kaepernick

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 19:04:52 -0000

The politics of Colin Kaepernick, and releasing the FISA documents.

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Hunting for Anonymous; Booker vs. Kavanaugh

Fri, 07 Sep 2018 20:02:15 -0000

Strassel, McGurn and Gigot on the hunt for Anonymous and Cory Booker vs. Brett Kavanaugh.

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Day Two of Kavanaugh Hearings; Rahm Emanuel Bows Out

Wed, 05 Sep 2018 16:55:29 -0000

Strassel, McGurn and Gigot on day two of the Kavanaugh hearings. Plus a primary upset in Massachusetts and Rahm Emanuel bows out in Chicago.

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A Contentious Start to the Kavanaugh Hearings

Tue, 04 Sep 2018 17:07:22 -0000

The Senate's Kavanaugh hearings begin with a partisan bang.

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McGahn to Depart; Previewing the Kavanaugh Hearings

Fri, 31 Aug 2018 20:10:46 -0000

Gigot, McGurn and Strassel discuss Trump's loss of his White House counsel, and preview next week's Kavanaugh hearings.

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Election Results

Wed, 29 Aug 2018 17:13:20 -0000

Election results and portents from Florida and Arizona.

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Remembering John McCain

Tue, 28 Aug 2018 16:38:04 -0000

Remembering John McCain, and Trump's new Nafta deal.

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The Michael Cohen Fallout

Fri, 24 Aug 2018 21:14:41 -0000

The Michael Cohen fallout and Trump vs. Sessions, again.

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The Cohen and Manafort Convictions

Wed, 22 Aug 2018 17:24:55 -0000

The Cohen and Manafort convictions and Trump's future.

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The Longest Bull Market on Record

Tue, 21 Aug 2018 17:27:21 -0000

The longest bull market on record, plus Trump's new energy rule.

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Bruce Ohr, DOJ's Man of Mystery

Fri, 17 Aug 2018 19:52:13 -0000

Bruce Ohr, the Justice Department's man of mystery. Plus, Trump strips John Brennan on his security clearance.

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Breaking Down Tuesday's Primaries

Wed, 15 Aug 2018 16:47:08 -0000

Breaking down Tuesday's primaries, and Omarosa vs. Trump.

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The FBI Fires Peter Strzok

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 17:25:58 -0000

The FBI fires Peter Strzok, and the Kavanaugh document fight.

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U.S. Sanctions Rile World Markets

Fri, 10 Aug 2018 19:41:38 -0000

U.S. sanctions rile world markets, and Democrats discover corruption.

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Breaking Down Tuesday's Election Results

Wed, 08 Aug 2018 16:55:48 -0000

Breaking down Tuesday's election results and what they mean for November.

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The Politics of California Fires

Tue, 07 Aug 2018 17:11:46 -0000

The politics of California fires, and an Ohio election preview.

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Trump's Midterm Rally Strategy

Fri, 03 Aug 2018 20:04:23 -0000

Trump's midterm rally strategy, plus the fuel-mileage policy shift.

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Trump and Bannon Vs. the Kochs

Wed, 01 Aug 2018 16:48:46 -0000

Trump and Bannon vs. the Kochs, and firing Robert Mueller.

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Donald Trump Vs. the Koch Brothers

Tue, 31 Jul 2018 16:53:42 -0000

Donald Trump vs. the Koch brothers in the 2018 midterm elections.

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The Economy Surges in the Second Quarter

Fri, 27 Jul 2018 20:12:13 -0000

The economy surges in the second quarter and what that means for the midterm elections.

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The Fight Over Documents in Kavanaugh's Confirmation

Wed, 25 Jul 2018 17:07:37 -0000

The fight over documents in Brett Kavanaugh's confirmation, plus Trump's farm tariff bailout.

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The FBI's FISA Documents

Tue, 24 Jul 2018 20:17:41 -0000

The FBI's FISA documents and revoking security clearances.

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Trump and Putin: Round Two

Fri, 20 Jul 2018 19:33:14 -0000

Trump and Putin, round two, and Senate Republicans reject a Trump judicial nominee.

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Why Trump Reversed Himself on Russia

Wed, 18 Jul 2018 16:42:20 -0000

Why Trump reversed himself on Russia and the political fallout.

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Trump Meets Putin, and the Political Fallout

Tue, 17 Jul 2018 16:48:10 -0000

Strassel, McGurn and Gigot on the Donald Trump-Vladimir Putin summit and the political fallout.

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Trump in Europe

Fri, 13 Jul 2018 20:12:16 -0000

Trump in Europe and the latest Mueller indictments.

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The Senate Debates Brett Kavanaugh

Wed, 11 Jul 2018 17:06:19 -0000

The Senate debates Brett Kavanaugh, and Trump disrupts NATO.

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Why Donald Trump Chose Brett Kavanaugh

Tue, 10 Jul 2018 16:43:53 -0000

Why Donald Trump chose Brett Kavanaugh.

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Exit Scott Pruitt at EPA

Fri, 06 Jul 2018 20:14:50 -0000

Exit Scott Pruitt at EPA, and Trump's Supreme Court choices.

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Trump's Supreme Court Choices

Tue, 03 Jul 2018 17:12:52 -0000

Parsing Trump's Supreme Court choices.

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The Supreme Court After Kennedy

Fri, 29 Jun 2018 20:17:46 -0000

The Supreme Court after Anthony Kennedy.

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The Supreme Court Rejects Mandatory Union Fees

Wed, 27 Jun 2018 16:47:48 -0000

The Supreme Court rejects mandatory union fees, and a Democratic power in Congress loses in a primary.

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The Supreme Court Upholds Trump's Travel Ban

Tue, 26 Jun 2018 18:34:31 -0000

The Supreme Court upholds President Trump's travel ban. Plus, is Maxine Waters the new "face of the Democrats?"

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The Supreme Court on Cellphone Searches, Sales Taxes

Fri, 22 Jun 2018 19:56:35 -0000

The Supreme Court on cellphone searches and sales taxes, and remembering Charles Krauthammer.

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Congress and Trump's Trade Policy

Wed, 20 Jun 2018 16:47:57 -0000

Congress and Trump's trade policy, plus mouse-trapping Elizabeth Warren on financial regulation.

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Uproar Over Trump's Border Enforcement

Tue, 19 Jun 2018 17:49:36 -0000

The uproar over Trump's border enforcement and family separation.

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The Inspector General Report on the FBI

Fri, 15 Jun 2018 20:15:16 -0000

The Inspector General report on the FBI, and the China tariffs begin.

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The DOJ Inspector General Report

Wed, 13 Jun 2018 16:50:04 -0000

Anticipating the Justice Department report on Hillary Clinton's private email investigation.

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The Trump-Kim Summit

Tue, 12 Jun 2018 17:07:33 -0000

Assessing the Trump-Kim summit.

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Can Congress Rein in Trump on Trade?

Fri, 08 Jun 2018 20:01:21 -0000

Can Congress rein in Trump on trade, and Trump and the G-7.

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The Super Tuesday Primaries

Wed, 06 Jun 2018 17:45:00 -0000

What did we learn from the Super Tuesday primaries?

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The Brawl Over Trump and Executive Power

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 17:13:19 -0000

The brawl over Trump and executive power, and Howard Schultz of Starbucks for president?

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The Job Market Booms; Trump's Pardon Spree

Fri, 01 Jun 2018 20:45:47 -0000

The job market booms, a trade war looms, and Trump's pardon spree.

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Trump's Trade Disruption

Wed, 30 May 2018 17:34:59 -0000

Trump's trade disruption and elites vs. populists in Italy.

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Republicans Close the Polling Gap

Tue, 29 May 2018 16:50:16 -0000

Republicans close the polling gap for control of Congress, and a look at the Congressional record so far.

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Trump's Off-Again, On-Again North Korea Summit

Fri, 25 May 2018 19:47:45 -0000

Trump's off-again, on-again North Korea summit, and punishing China's ZTE Corp. for violating sanctions.

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Trump Cancels North Korea Summit

Thu, 24 May 2018 17:05:37 -0000

Trump cancels the North Korea summit and threatens tariffs on imported cars.

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The FBI Informant and the Trump Campaign

Tue, 22 May 2018 17:07:12 -0000

The FBI informant and the Trump campaign, and a U.S.-China trade truce.

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Trump's North Korea Trial

Fri, 18 May 2018 20:18:20 -0000

Trump's North Korea trial and a looming Nafta failure.

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North Korea Threatens Trump Summit

Wed, 16 May 2018 17:56:22 -0000

Democrats turn left in primaries, and North Korea threatens the Trump summit.

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Trump Moves U.S. Embassy to Jerusalem

Tue, 15 May 2018 16:59:46 -0000

Donald Trump's move of the U.S. Embassy to Jerusalem. Plus, where the Mueller investigation stands after one year.

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The Fight Over FBI's 'Top-Secret' Intelligence Source

Fri, 11 May 2018 19:52:59 -0000

The fight over the FBI's "top-secret" intelligence source, and Michael Cohen's corporate clients.

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The Tuesday Primary Results

Wed, 09 May 2018 17:30:51 -0000

The Tuesday primary results, what next on Iran.

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Eric Schneiderman's Public and Private Lives

Tue, 08 May 2018 17:45:00 -0000

Eric Schneiderman's public and private lives, and Congress's spending rescissions fight.

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A Judge Rebukes Special Counsel Robert Mueller

Fri, 04 May 2018 19:50:53 -0000

Strassel, Henninger and Gigot on a judge's rebuke of special counsel Robert Mueller and Trump's changing Stormy Daniels story.

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Nancy Pelosi's Campaign to Return as House Speaker

Wed, 02 May 2018 17:18:56 -0000

Strassel, McGurn and Gigot on Nancy Pelosi's campaign to return as House Speaker, plus Rod Rosenstein vs. House Republicans

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Robert Mueller's Questions for Donald Trump

Tue, 01 May 2018 17:13:06 -0000

Strassel, McGurn and Gigot on Robert Mueller's questions for Donald Trump.

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Mike Pompeo, the Economy and Europe

Fri, 27 Apr 2018 20:10:24 -0000

Mike Pompeo, Ronny Jackson, the economy, the Korea summit and Europe visits the White House.

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Trouble for Trump's Veterans Nominee

Wed, 25 Apr 2018 17:38:52 -0000

Trouble for Trump's Veterans nominee, and another danger signal for Republicans in November.

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The Macron Visit

Tue, 24 Apr 2018 17:53:15 -0000

Donald Trump's first State Dinner with Emmanuel Macron. Plus, the latest on James Comey and the FBI.

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Jim Comey's Private Memos

Fri, 20 Apr 2018 19:49:36 -0000

Jim Comey's private memos go public and Neil Gorsuch at the Supreme Court.

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Mike Pompeo's Confirmation Fight

Wed, 18 Apr 2018 16:54:09 -0000

Mike Pompeo's confirmation fight for Secretary of State, and protecting Robert Mueller.

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James Comey's Memoir

Tue, 17 Apr 2018 17:08:07 -0000

James Comey's memoir on Trump and Clinton.

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A Pardon for Scooter Libby

Fri, 13 Apr 2018 20:22:55 -0000

A pardon for Scooter Libby and the inspector general report on Andrew McCabe.

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Paul Ryan Won't Run for Re-Election

Wed, 11 Apr 2018 16:54:10 -0000

Paul Ryan won't run for re-election, and Mark Zuckerberg meets Congress.

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The FBI Raid on Michael Cohen

Tue, 10 Apr 2018 17:19:09 -0000

The FBI raid on Michael Cohen and Trump's Syria options.

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A Big Liberal Election Victory in Wisconsin

Wed, 04 Apr 2018 16:56:33 -0000

A big liberal election victory in Wisconsin, and the China-U.S. trade war escalates.

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Trump Escalates on Immigration

Tue, 03 Apr 2018 17:06:48 -0000

Trump escalates on immigration, and Scott Pruitt draws political fire.

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Trump Vs. Amazon

Fri, 30 Mar 2018 20:13:15 -0000

Trump vs. Amazon, and Jeff Sessions says no to a second special counsel.

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The Senate Confirmation Logjam

Wed, 28 Mar 2018 17:19:37 -0000

The Senate confirmation logjam and new South Korea trade deal.

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The Politics of Guns After the Marches

Tue, 27 Mar 2018 17:56:39 -0000

The politics of guns after the marches, and the Stormy Daniels risk for Trump.

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John Bolton's Worldview

Fri, 23 Mar 2018 19:11:49 -0000

John Bolton's worldview and Trump's China tariffs.

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The Illinois Primary Results

Wed, 21 Mar 2018 16:12:29 -0000

The Illinois primary results and Trump congratulates Putin.

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The Andrew McCabe Firing

Tue, 20 Mar 2018 16:15:59 -0000

Strassel, Kissel and McGurn on the Andrew McCabe firing. Plus, Saudi Arabia's crown prince meets President Trump.

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Larry Kudlow, Chief Economic Adviser

Fri, 16 Mar 2018 19:17:52 -0000

Trump makes Larry Kudlow his chief economic adviser.

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An Apparent Democratic Victory in Pennsylvania

Wed, 14 Mar 2018 15:51:21 -0000

McGurn and Gigot on an apparent Democratic victory in Pennsylvania.

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A New Secretary of State

Tue, 13 Mar 2018 16:05:22 -0000

Kissel, Henninger, and McGurn on Mike Pompeo and House Intelligence Committee's latest report.

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Special Counsels and Conor Lamb

Fri, 09 Mar 2018 20:51:30 -0000

Strassel, Finley and McGurn on special counsels. Plus, Conor Lamb and the special election for Pennsylvania's 18th Congressional District.

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The Gary Cohn Resignation

Wed, 07 Mar 2018 17:37:07 -0000

Strassel and McGurn on the Gary Cohn resignation and the results of the Texas primaries.

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Steel Tariffs and Election Races

Tue, 06 Mar 2018 16:57:08 -0000

Strassel, Finley and McGurn on steel tariffs and the latest from election races across the country.

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Trump's Trade War and a Beleaguered White House Staff

Fri, 02 Mar 2018 19:45:25 -0000

Henninger, McGurn and Gigot on Trump's trade war and a beleaguered White House staff.

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The NRA Boycott; Jared Kushner's Security Clearance

Wed, 28 Feb 2018 17:34:41 -0000

Strassel, McGurn and Gigot on the boycott of the NRA and Jared Kushner's White House security clearance.

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Public Unions vs. Free Speech; Democratic Intel Memo

Tue, 27 Feb 2018 17:10:22 -0000

Strassel, McGurn and Gigot on public unions vs. free speech at the Supreme Court, plus the Democratic intel memo.

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The Gun Debate and Public Unions at the Supreme Court

Fri, 23 Feb 2018 20:09:48 -0000

Henninger, Finley and Gigot on the gun debate and public unions at the Supreme Court.

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Gun Control and the Legacy of Billy Graham

Wed, 21 Feb 2018 21:12:13 -0000

Bill McGurn and Paul Gigot on gun control and the legacy of Billy Graham.

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Guns and Mental Health After Parkland

Tue, 20 Feb 2018 17:03:07 -0000

Kim Strassel, Bill McGurn and Paul Gigot on guns and mental health after Parkland.

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The Senate's Immigration Failure

Fri, 16 Feb 2018 20:06:37 -0000

The Senate's immigration failure and Robert Mueller's Russian indictments.

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Turmoil in the White House

Wed, 14 Feb 2018 16:50:01 -0000

McGurn, Strassel and Gigot on John Kelly and a new poll on who should control Congress.

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The Trump Infrastructure Plan

Tue, 13 Feb 2018 16:59:14 -0000

Finley, Strassel and Gigot on the Trump infrastructure plan and the Senate immigration debate.

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The FBI and Christopher Steele

Wed, 07 Feb 2018 17:17:13 -0000

Kim Strassel and Paul Gigot on what we're learning about the FBI and Christopher Steele.

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Stocks, the Economy and Trump

Tue, 06 Feb 2018 17:18:23 -0000

James Freeman and Paul Gigot on stocks, the economy and Trump.

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The House Intelligence Memo

Fri, 02 Feb 2018 20:47:27 -0000

Kim Strassel, Dan Henninger and Paul Gigot on the House Intelligence memo on the FBI and FISA court.

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Trump's State of the Union

Wed, 31 Jan 2018 17:37:53 -0000

Allysia Finley, Kim Strassel and Paul Gigot on Trump's State of the Union.

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Shakeup at the FBI

Tue, 30 Jan 2018 18:51:14 -0000

Shakeup at the FBI and releasing the House Intelligence memo.

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Donald Trump at Davos

Fri, 26 Jan 2018 21:48:29 -0000

Strassel and McGurn on Trump at Davos and the upcoming GOP memo.

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Trump's Trade Politics

Wed, 24 Jan 2018 16:46:12 -0000

Kim Strassel, Bill McGurn and Paul Gigot on Trump's trade politics and visiting Davos.

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The Government Shutdown Fallout

Tue, 23 Jan 2018 16:53:34 -0000

The government shutdown fallout on immigration and the 2018 agenda.

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Donald Trump's First Year

Fri, 19 Jan 2018 16:35:34 -0000

Bill McGurn, Dan Henninger and Paul Gigot on Trump's first year.

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Government Shutdown Politics

Thu, 18 Jan 2018 18:00:48 -0000

Kim Strassel, Dan Henninger and Paul Gigot on government shutdown politics and prospects for an immigration deal.

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Immigration Talks and Dow 26,000

Tue, 16 Jan 2018 16:48:54 -0000

Kim Strassel and Paul Gigot on immigration talks and Dow 26,000.

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The Immigration Deal

Fri, 12 Jan 2018 16:19:44 -0000

Strassel, Finley and McGurn on the immigration deal and the latest out of the Trump-Russia investigation.

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The Fusion GPS Transcript

Wed, 10 Jan 2018 17:03:49 -0000

Kim Strassel, Bill McGurn and Paul Gigot on a possible immigration deal and the Fusion GPS transcript.

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The Michael Wolff Fallout

Tue, 09 Jan 2018 16:49:03 -0000

Finley, Strassel and Gigot on Trump's trade politics and the Michael Wolff fallout.

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The Trump-Bannon Divorce

Fri, 05 Jan 2018 15:59:59 -0000

Bill McGurn, Dan Henninger and Paul Gigot on the implications of the Trump-Bannon divorce.

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Trump's Response to the Iran Protests

Wed, 03 Jan 2018 16:55:20 -0000

Kim Strassel, Bill McGurn and Paul Gigot on Trump's response to the Iran protests, plus how Orrin Hatch's retirement could change the Senate.

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The 2018 Trump-Congress Agenda

Tue, 02 Jan 2018 16:48:38 -0000

Kim Strassel, Dan Henninger and Paul Gigot on the 2018 Trump-Congress agenda.

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Donald Trump's First Year

Fri, 29 Dec 2017 15:54:17 -0000

Kim Strassel, Dan Henninger and Paul Gigot on Trump's first year and some portents of 2018.

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Congress's Year

Fri, 22 Dec 2017 18:42:14 -0000

Kate Bachelder, Kim Strassel and Paul Gigot on Congress's year.

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How Tax Reform Made It Through Congress

Wed, 20 Dec 2017 16:47:50 -0000

Bachelder, Strassel and Gigot on how tax reform made it through Congress.

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The Tax Reform Bill's Economic and Political Fallout

Tue, 19 Dec 2017 17:12:52 -0000

Strassel, Henninger and Gigot on the economic and political fallout from the tax reform bill.

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The Final Tax Reform Bill

Fri, 15 Dec 2017 16:02:56 -0000

Kim Strassel, Kate Bachelder and Paul Gigot on the final tax reform bill.

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The Democratic Senate Victory in Alabama

Wed, 13 Dec 2017 17:13:28 -0000

The Democratic Senate victory in Alabama and what it means for tax reform and 2018.

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Kirsten Gillibrand Vs. Trump on Sexual Harassment

Tue, 12 Dec 2017 18:01:37 -0000

Kirsten Gillibrand vs. Trump on sexual harassment, and a second special counsel on Russia?

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Al Franken and Roy Moore; The Accelerating U.S. Economy

Fri, 08 Dec 2017 16:06:04 -0000

Kim Strassel, Bill McGurn and Paul Gigot on Al Franken and Roy Moore, and the accelerating U.S. economy.

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The Clash Between Congress and the FBI

Wed, 06 Dec 2017 16:58:34 -0000

Bill McGurn and Kim Strassel on the clash between Congress and the FBI.

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Republicans and Roy Moore; Mueller's Russia Probe

Tue, 05 Dec 2017 17:23:33 -0000

Kim Strassel, Bill McGurn and Paul Gigot on Republicans and Roy Moore, and Robert Mueller's Russia probe.

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Michael Flynn's Plea Deal; The Senate Tax Bill

Fri, 01 Dec 2017 17:31:03 -0000

Kim Strassel, Dan Henninger and Paul Gigot on Michael Flynn's plea deal and the Senate tax bill.

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Senate Tax Reform Bill; Sexual Harassment Allegations

Wed, 29 Nov 2017 18:32:04 -0000

Bill McGurn, Kim Strassel and Jillian Melchior discuss the fate of the tax bill working its way through the Senate, and the strange new world of sexual harassment allegations that have hit politics.

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The CFPB Farce; the GOP's Bumpy Road to a Tax Reform Bill

Tue, 28 Nov 2017 17:18:09 -0000

Bill McGurn, Kate Bachelder and James Freeman discuss the farce at the CFPB, where two people claim to be acting director, and the bumps on the Republican road to a tax reform bill.

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The Sexual Harassment Bonfire in Washington

Wed, 22 Nov 2017 17:58:49 -0000

Dan Henninger, Bill McGurn and Paul Gigot on the sexual harassment bonfire in Washington.

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Trump's Opposition to AT&T-Time Warner

Tue, 21 Nov 2017 19:16:38 -0000

Finley, Melchior and Gigot on Trump's opposition to the AT&T-Time Warner merger.

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Tax Reform's Progress

Fri, 17 Nov 2017 20:10:54 -0000

Strassel, Bachelder and Gigot on tax reform's progress and Roy Moore and Al Franken.

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Judge Roy Moore and the Senate Tax Bill

Fri, 10 Nov 2017 18:37:50 -0000

Kim Strassel, James Freeman and Paul Gigot on Judge Roy Moore and the Senate tax bill.

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The 2017 Election Results

Wed, 08 Nov 2017 17:15:56 -0000

Strassel, Melchior and McGurn on the 2017 election results, and guns in wake of the shooting massacre in Texas.

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The House Tax Bill

Fri, 03 Nov 2017 14:51:25 -0000

Dan Henninger, James Freeman and Paul Gigot on the House tax bill.

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The Terror Attack in New York

Wed, 01 Nov 2017 17:16:56 -0000

Kim Strassel, Bill McGurn and Paul Gigot on the terror attack in New York and what to look for in tax reform.

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The Mueller Indictments

Tue, 31 Oct 2017 15:50:41 -0000

Kim Strassel, Bill McGurn and Paul Gigot on the Mueller indictments.

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The Steele Dossier; The Trump Tax Plan

Fri, 27 Oct 2017 16:36:47 -0000

Dan Henninger, Kim Strassel and Bill McGurn on the Steele Dossier and the Trump tax plan.

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The Steele Dossier's Big Revelation

Wed, 25 Oct 2017 17:14:27 -0000

Henninger and Strassel on the new revelations from the Steele dossier. Plus, Senator Jeff Flake resigns on the Senate floor.

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Donald Trump's Lunch With Senate Republicans

Tue, 24 Oct 2017 18:32:16 -0000

Dan Henninger, Kim Strassel and Bill McGurn on Trump's lunch with Senate Republicans. Plus, the latest on the governor's races in Virginia and New Jersey.

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John Kelly; Fusion GPS and the Russians

Fri, 20 Oct 2017 16:05:44 -0000

Kim Strassel and Paul Gigot on John Kelly, the Senate budget outline and Fusion GPS and the Russians.

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The Bipartisan Senate Health-Care Deal

Wed, 18 Oct 2017 16:57:41 -0000

Kim Strassel, Kate Bachelder and Paul Gigot on the bipartisan Senate health-care deal.

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Donald Trump and Mitch McConnell

Tue, 17 Oct 2017 17:24:09 -0000

Bill McGurn, Dan Henninger and Paul Gigot on Trump and McConnell, and the fall of Raqqa.

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Trump's ObamaCare Actions; John Kelly Meets the Press

Fri, 13 Oct 2017 17:14:06 -0000

Bill McGurn, Kate Bachelder and Paul Gigot on Trump's ObamaCare actions, and John Kelly meets the press.

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Rolling Back the Clean Power Plan and Tax Reform

Wed, 11 Oct 2017 17:34:07 -0000

Allysia Finley and Paul Gigot on rolling back the Clean Power Plan and tax reform.

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Trump's New Immigration Offer

Tue, 10 Oct 2017 17:02:45 -0000

Bill McGurn, Allysia Finley and Paul Gigot on Trump's new immigration offer and Trump vs. Corker.

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The Steele Dossier, the FBI, and Donald Trump

Fri, 06 Oct 2017 16:16:18 -0000

Bill McGurn and Kim Strassel on the Steele dossier, the FBI, and Donald Trump.

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Trump's Fed Choices; Gerrymanders at the Supreme Court

Wed, 04 Oct 2017 16:47:12 -0000

Kim Strassel and Paul Gigot on Trump's Fed choices and gerrymanders at the Supreme Court.

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Las Vegas and Puerto Rico

Tue, 03 Oct 2017 16:49:12 -0000

Kim Strassel, James Freeman and Paul Gigot on Las Vegas and Puerto Rico.

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Tax Reform Obstacles; The New Supreme Court Term

Fri, 29 Sep 2017 17:28:04 -0000

Kim Strassel, Kate Bachelder and Paul Gigot on tax reform obstacles and the new Supreme Court term.

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Tax Reform and the GOP Alabama Senate Primary

Wed, 27 Sep 2017 17:11:41 -0000

Kim Strassel, Kate Bachelder and Paul Gigot on tax reform and the GOP Alabama Senate primary.

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Tax Reform and the Latest GOP Health-Care Failure

Tue, 26 Sep 2017 16:44:58 -0000

Kim Strassel and Paul Gigot on tax reform and the latest GOP health-care failure.

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The Republicans' Challenging Week Ahead

Fri, 22 Sep 2017 16:11:38 -0000

Dan Henninger, Kim Strassel and Bill McGurn on the Republicans' challenging week ahead.

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Trump's U.N. General Assembly Speech

Wed, 20 Sep 2017 17:06:32 -0000

Bill McGurn and Kim Strassel on Donald Trump's General Assembly speech at the U.N. and the Paul Manafort investigation.

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Donald Trump at the U.N.

Tue, 19 Sep 2017 17:21:13 -0000

Dan Henninger, Kim Strassel and Paul Gigot on Trump at the U.N. and another chance to replace ObamaCare.

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Hillary's Book and Bernie's Medicare for All

Fri, 15 Sep 2017 15:54:28 -0000

Henninger, Strassel and Gigot on Hillary's book and Bernie's Medicare for all.

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Tax Reform and Judicial Nomination Brawls

Wed, 13 Sep 2017 17:59:41 -0000

Strassel, McGurn and Gigot on tax reform and judicial nomination fights.

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Lessons of the Hurricanes; Trump and the Democrats

Tue, 12 Sep 2017 17:02:58 -0000

Strassel, McGurn and Gigot on lessons of the hurricanes and Trump and the Democrats on taxes.

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Trump's Pivot Toward the Democrats

Fri, 08 Sep 2017 16:29:28 -0000

Strassel and Gigot on Donald Trump's turn toward the Democrats.

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DACA in Congress and Debt-Ceiling Politics

Wed, 06 Sep 2017 17:01:28 -0000

Bill McGurn, Kim Strassel and Paul Gigot on DACA in Congress and debt-ceiling politics.

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President Trump's 'Dreamer' Immigrant Decision

Tue, 05 Sep 2017 17:09:37 -0000

Allysia Finley, Kim Strassel and Paul Gigot on Trump's 'dreamer' immigrant decision.

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Houston's Recovery; Trump's Tax Reform

Fri, 01 Sep 2017 15:59:01 -0000

McGurn, Strassel and Freeman on progressives laying blame in Houston's recovery and Trump's tax reform.

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The Antifa Movement; Hurricane Harvey Changes Autumn Agenda

Wed, 30 Aug 2017 16:44:44 -0000

Jillian Melchior on Antifa, plus Strassel and Gigot on how Hurricane Harvey changes the autumn agenda in Washington.

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The Texas Flood

Tue, 29 Aug 2017 17:37:07 -0000

Kim Strassel, James Freeman and Paul Gigot on the Texas flood.

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Trump Vs. the GOP Congress

Fri, 25 Aug 2017 16:08:19 -0000

James Freeman, Kim Strassel and Paul Gigot on Trump vs. the GOP Congress.

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Trump Vs. McConnell and the GOP Senate

Wed, 23 Aug 2017 17:33:59 -0000

Bill McGurn, Allysia Finley and Paul Gigot on Trump vs. McConnell and the GOP Senate.

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Trump's Afghan Strategy

Tue, 22 Aug 2017 20:15:48 -0000

Kim Strassel, Mary Kissel and Paul Gigot on Trump's Afghan strategy and Steve Bannon.

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Steve Bannon and the Trump White House

Fri, 18 Aug 2017 16:44:18 -0000

Kim Strassel and Paul Gigot on Steve Bannon, and GOP distancing from Trump.

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Donald Trump's Press Conference

Wed, 16 Aug 2017 17:37:33 -0000

Bill McGurn, Kim Strassel and Paul Gigot on Trump's press conference and the Alabama Senate primary.

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CEOs and Trump, and Steve Bannon

Tue, 15 Aug 2017 16:51:28 -0000

Bill McGurn, Kim Strassel and Paul Gigot on CEOs and Trump, and Steve Bannon.

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Donald Trump Vs. Mitch McConnell

Fri, 11 Aug 2017 16:30:39 -0000

Bill McGurn, Kim Strassel and Paul Gigot on Donald Trump vs. Mitch McConnell.

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Trump and Korea; The Politics of Google

Wed, 09 Aug 2017 17:22:30 -0000

Kim Strassel and Paul Gigot on Trump and Korea, the politics of Google and the job market.

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H.R. McMaster and the Latest Sanctions on North Korea

Tue, 08 Aug 2017 17:04:36 -0000

Kim Strassel, Bill McGurn and Paul Gigot on H.R. McMaster and the latest sanctions on North Korea.

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Mueller's Grand Jury

Fri, 04 Aug 2017 15:49:49 -0000

Kim Strassel, Bill McGurn and Paul Gigot on Mueller's grand jury, the jobs market and legal immigration.

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Trump's Troubles With the GOP Congress

Wed, 02 Aug 2017 20:02:43 -0000

Kim Strassel and Paul Gigot on Trump's troubles with the GOP Congress.

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The White House Shakeup

Tue, 01 Aug 2017 16:57:31 -0000

Bill McGurn, Kim Strassel and Paul Gigot on the White House shakeup.

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The Senate Health-Care Vote-A-Rama

Wed, 26 Jul 2017 16:44:02 -0000

Kim Strassel, Kate Bachelder and Paul Gigot on the Senate health-care vote-a-rama.

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The Health-Care Vote and Jeff Sessions

Tue, 25 Jul 2017 17:12:12 -0000

Dan Henninger, Bill McGurn and Paul Gigot on Joe Rago, the health-care vote and Jeff Sessions.

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The Fallout From GOP Health-Care Failure

Wed, 19 Jul 2017 16:40:49 -0000

Kim Strassel and Paul Gigot on the fallout from GOP health-care failure.

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The GOP Health-Care Crackup

Tue, 18 Jul 2017 16:55:29 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot on the GOP health-care crackup.

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The Revised Senate Health Bill

Fri, 14 Jul 2017 16:00:20 -0000

Dan Henninger, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot on the revised Senate health bill and all Donald Trump Jr.'s Russians.

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The GOP Congress; Schumer's Nominations Blockade

Wed, 12 Jul 2017 18:07:18 -0000

Kim Strassel, Bill McGurn and Joe Rago take stock of the GOP Congress so far. Plus, the Chuck Schumer nominations blockade.

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The Senate GOP's Health-Care Agony

Tue, 11 Jul 2017 17:01:34 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss the Senate GOP's health-care agony and Donald Trump Jr.

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Trump's Warsaw Speech

Fri, 07 Jul 2017 16:08:22 -0000

Bill McGurn and Joe Rago parse Trump's Warsaw speech, and the president and Putin meet in Hamburg.

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Trump vs. North Korea and Putin

Wed, 05 Jul 2017 17:45:06 -0000

Kim Strassel and Paul Gigot on Trump vs. North Korea and Putin.

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Trump's Tweets; The Health-Reform Prognosis

Fri, 30 Jun 2017 15:43:39 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel and Joe Rago on Trump's tweets, the health-reform prognosis, and the U.S. energy boom.

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The Supreme Court and the GOP Health-Care Mess

Wed, 28 Jun 2017 18:23:10 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot on the Supreme Court and the GOP health-care mess.

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The Senate Health-Care Bill

Tue, 27 Jun 2017 16:39:36 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot on the prospects for the Senate health-care bill.

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The Democrats' Post-Georgia Civil War

Fri, 23 Jun 2017 15:51:40 -0000

Dan Henninger, Mary Kissel and Bill McGurn on the Democrats' post-Georgia civil war.

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The Fallout From the GOP Victories

Wed, 21 Jun 2017 17:28:56 -0000

Rago, Finley and Gigot on the fallout from the GOP victories in Georgia and South Carolina.

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Syria and the House Special Election in Georgia

Tue, 20 Jun 2017 16:54:25 -0000

Bill McGurn, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot on Syria and a curtain raiser on the House special election in Georgia.

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Mueller's Probe; Russia Sanctions

Fri, 16 Jun 2017 15:49:12 -0000

McGurn and Gigot on Robert Mueller and the Senate's Russia sanctions.

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Gunman Wounds Representative Scalise

Wed, 14 Jun 2017 16:42:17 -0000

A gunman targets a congressional baseball practice, Jeff Sessions on Capitol Hill, and the Virginia gubernatorial primary.

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Robert Mueller; GOP Health Care Plan

Tue, 13 Jun 2017 17:41:00 -0000

Will Trump fire Robert Mueller?

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The Fallout From Jim Comey Week

Fri, 09 Jun 2017 15:55:18 -0000

Dan Henninger, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot sum up the fallout from Jim Comey week.

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Sessions, Comey and Trump

Wed, 07 Jun 2017 17:06:45 -0000

Bill McGurn, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot on Sessions, Comey and Trump.

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Donald Trump and the British Terror Attack

Tue, 06 Jun 2017 17:37:06 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot on Trump and the British terror attack.

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Trump's Paris Climate Withdrawal

Fri, 02 Jun 2017 17:14:37 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel and Joe Rago discuss Trump's Paris climate withdrawal and Hillary Clinton's election post-mortem.

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Trump's Call to Kill the Legislative Filibuster

Wed, 31 May 2017 17:08:34 -0000

Joe Rago, Kim Strassel and Paul Gigot on Trump's call to kill the legislative filibuster.

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A White House Shakeup

Tue, 30 May 2017 17:39:30 -0000

Bill McGurn, Kim Strassel and Paul Gigot on a White House shakeup.

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The Montana House Race

Fri, 26 May 2017 17:53:37 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot on the Montana House race and Trump goes to NATO.

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Donald Trump Meets the Pope

Wed, 24 May 2017 18:50:01 -0000

Bill McGurn, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot on Trump meets the pope and Senate health-care prospects.

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Donald Trump's Budget

Tue, 23 May 2017 17:13:42 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot on Trump's budget and his Mideast visit.

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Donald Trump's Jim Comey Week

Fri, 19 May 2017 16:52:43 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot on Trump's Jim Comey week.

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The Special Counsel Decision to Investigate Trump

Thu, 18 May 2017 16:47:04 -0000

Joe Rago, Dan Henninger and Paul Gigot on the special counsel decision to investigate Trump.

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The Comey Memo and Trump

Wed, 17 May 2017 17:37:44 -0000

Kim Strassel and Paul Gigot on the Comey memo and Trump.

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What Trump Told the Russians

Tue, 16 May 2017 19:10:12 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot on what Trump told the Russians.

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Donald Trump and James Comey

Fri, 12 May 2017 17:28:06 -0000

Dan Henninger, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot on Trump and Comey.

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The Firing of James Comey

Wed, 10 May 2017 16:45:49 -0000

Joe Rago and Paul Gigot on the firing of James Comey.

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Sally Yates and the Election Politics of Health Care

Tue, 09 May 2017 16:53:06 -0000

Bill McGurn, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot on Sally Yates and the election politics of health care in 2018.

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The House Health-Care Bill

Fri, 05 May 2017 15:49:29 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot on the House health-care bill and its Senate prospects.

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The House Health Care Vote

Wed, 03 May 2017 16:50:56 -0000

Joe Rago and Paul Gigot on pre-existing conditions and the House health care vote.

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Health-Care Prospects and the Budget Deal

Tue, 02 May 2017 17:44:09 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot on health-care prospects and the budget deal.

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The White House Tax Reform Proposal

Wed, 26 Apr 2017 20:22:40 -0000

Kim Strassel, Bill McGurn and Joe Rago parse the White House tax reform proposal. Plus, will we always have Paris?

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Tax Reform, Budget Follies and North Korea

Tue, 25 Apr 2017 16:51:40 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss tax reform, budget follies and North Korea.

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The House Health Reform Revival

Fri, 21 Apr 2017 19:08:58 -0000

Bill McGurn, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot on the House health reform revival and Trump's trade policy.

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The Georgia Special House Election

Wed, 19 Apr 2017 19:01:57 -0000

The Georgia special House election and the Korean armada that wasn't.

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Trump's Transactional Foreign Policy

Tue, 18 Apr 2017 16:55:23 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss tax-reform prospects and Trump's transactional foreign policy.

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Trump's Foreign Policy

Fri, 14 Apr 2017 15:55:55 -0000

Joe Rago, Dan Henninger and Paul Gigot discuss Trump's foreign policy and the White House power struggle.

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The Kansas Special Election; Trump and Russia

Wed, 12 Apr 2017 16:43:22 -0000

Bill McGurn, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss the Kansas special election and Trump and Russia.

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Donald Trump's Best Week

Tue, 11 Apr 2017 17:09:28 -0000

James Freeman, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss Trump's best week and White House factionalism.

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Senate Approves Gorsuch; Military Force in Syria

Fri, 07 Apr 2017 17:44:51 -0000

Strassel, Rago and Gigot on Neil Gorsuch's confirmation and Donald Trump's use of military force in Syria.

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Neil Gorsuch, Susan Rice and Syria

Wed, 05 Apr 2017 17:01:00 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss Neil Gorsuch, Susan Rice and Syria.

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Susan Rice's Intelligence Reviews

Tue, 04 Apr 2017 17:25:27 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot on Susan Rice's intelligence reviews, and a GOP health-care revival?

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A Senate Filibuster of Gorsuch; Health-Care Reform Revival

Fri, 31 Mar 2017 16:05:43 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot on a Senate filibuster of Neil Gorsuch, and can health-care reform be revived?

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The GOP's Self-Defeat on Health Care

Tue, 28 Mar 2017 16:51:28 -0000

Joe Rago, Dan Henninger, and Bill McGurn discuss the full dimensions of the GOP's self-defeat on health care, and the latest in the Russia affair.

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The Health Care Showdown

Fri, 24 Mar 2017 18:10:42 -0000

Ahead of the House vote to replace the Affordable Care Act, Dan Henninger, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss the health care showdown.

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The ObamaCare Repeal Vote

Wed, 22 Mar 2017 15:49:09 -0000

Bill McGurn, Kim Strassel and Paul Gigot discuss the ObamaCare repeal vote and a president's credibility.

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James Comey, Neil Gorsuch, and Health Reform

Tue, 21 Mar 2017 15:57:00 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss James Comey, Neil Gorsuch and health reform progress.

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The Intelligence Probes and the Trump Budget

Fri, 17 Mar 2017 14:59:34 -0000

Strassel, Henninger and Gigot on the intelligence probes, health care and the Trump budget.

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Donald Trump's Tax Return

Wed, 15 Mar 2017 16:22:59 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss Trump's tax return and health-care progress.

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The CBO Score on the GOP Healthcare Plan

Tue, 14 Mar 2017 16:12:40 -0000

What the CBO score means for the House health-care bill.

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Dissecting the Latest WikiLeaks Dump

Fri, 10 Mar 2017 16:06:04 -0000

Dan Henninger, Bill McGurn and Joe Rago dissect the latest WikiLeaks dump, plus the mob at Middlebury shuts down a campus speaker.

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The Republican Health-Care Brawl

Wed, 08 Mar 2017 16:41:31 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss the Republican health-care brawl.

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The GOP's Do-Or-Die ObamaCare Reform

Tue, 07 Mar 2017 20:13:52 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss the GOP's do-or-die ObamaCare reform.

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Jeff Sessions and the Russians; The GOP's ObamaCare Fight

Fri, 03 Mar 2017 16:12:54 -0000

Dan Henninger, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss Jeff Sessions and the Russians, and the GOP's ObamaCare fight.

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Donald Trump's Speech to Congress

Wed, 01 Mar 2017 17:05:27 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot break down Trump's speech to Congress.

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Previewing Trump's Speech to Congress

Tue, 28 Feb 2017 19:11:43 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot preview Trump's speech to Congress.

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The U.S. Vs. Mexico and Trump's First Month

Fri, 24 Feb 2017 16:15:24 -0000

Dan Henninger, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss U.S. vs. Mexico and Trump's first month.

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Donald Trump's Deportation Rules

Wed, 22 Feb 2017 17:01:31 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss Trump's deportation rules and the GOP's raucous town halls.

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H.R. McMaster, Mike Pence in Europe, Scott Pruitt

Tue, 21 Feb 2017 18:08:37 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel and Joe Rago discuss H.R. McMaster, Mike Pence in Europe, and Scott Pruitt at EPA.

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The Flynn Fall and Trump's First Month

Fri, 17 Feb 2017 15:54:57 -0000

Dan Henninger, James Freeman and Paul Gigot discuss the Flynn fall and Trump's first month.

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The Michael Flynn Fallout

Wed, 15 Feb 2017 17:30:27 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel, and Joe Rago discuss the Michael Flynn fallout, and ObamaCare repeal prospects.

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Michael Flynn's Resignation

Tue, 14 Feb 2017 16:44:00 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss Michael Flynn's resignation.

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The Judicial Rebuke to Trump's Immigration Order

Fri, 10 Feb 2017 15:47:11 -0000

Henninger, Strassel and Rago dissect the judicial rebuke to Trump's immigration order. Plus, did Judge Gorsuch go rouge?

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The Senate's Partisan Crackup

Wed, 08 Feb 2017 16:39:27 -0000

Bill McGurn, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss the Senate's partisan crackup and the refugee argument in the Ninth Circuit.

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The Courts and Trump's Immigration Order

Tue, 07 Feb 2017 18:02:11 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss the courts and Trump's immigration order.

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President Trump's First Two Weeks

Fri, 03 Feb 2017 16:14:06 -0000

Neil Gorsuch, Iran policy, and lessons of President Trump's first two weeks.

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Donald Trump's Supreme Court Pick

Wed, 01 Feb 2017 17:10:07 -0000

Rago and McGurn discuss Trump's Supreme Court pick Neil Gorsuch, and Senate Democrats boycott confirmation hearings.

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Donald Trump Fires Acting Attorney General

Tue, 31 Jan 2017 17:34:47 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel, and Joe Rago discuss the latest involving Donald Trump's firing of the acting attorney general and his refugee order.

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President Trump's First Week

Fri, 27 Jan 2017 16:09:47 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss Trump's first week.

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Immigration, Voter Fraud, and Dow 20000

Wed, 25 Jan 2017 16:56:17 -0000

Bill McGurn, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss immigration, voter fraud and Dow 20,000.

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Donald Trump's Moves on Trade, Pipelines

Tue, 24 Jan 2017 17:18:55 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel and Joe Rago discuss Trump's moves on trade and pipelines. Plus, a look at James Comey and the Supreme Court.

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Donald Trump's Inauguration

Fri, 20 Jan 2017 19:20:50 -0000

Bill McGurn, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss Trump's inaugural.

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Trump to Take Office Amid New Approval Lows

Wed, 18 Jan 2017 16:56:02 -0000

Joe Rago, Kim Strassel and Paul Gigot break down the new polls as Trump prepares to take office.

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Trump and the Twitter Presidency

Tue, 17 Jan 2017 17:48:18 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss Donald Trump and the Twitter Presidency.

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The Path to ObamaCare Repeal

Fri, 13 Jan 2017 15:57:35 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel, and Joe Rago discuss the path to ObamaCare repeal and James Comey's future.

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Donald Trump's Press Conference

Wed, 11 Jan 2017 19:23:45 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss Trump's first press conference since becoming president-elect.

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Obama's Farewell and California Vs. Trump

Tue, 10 Jan 2017 17:44:13 -0000

Joe Rago, Kim Strassel and Paul Gigot discuss Obama's farewell and California vs. Trump.

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The Intelligence Brawl; Cabinet Nomination Fights

Fri, 06 Jan 2017 16:26:41 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss the intelligence brawl and cabinet nomination fights.

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The House Ethics Meltdown

Wed, 04 Jan 2017 18:45:51 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss the House ethics meltdown and Trump's trade warriors.

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The New Congress and Donald Trump

Tue, 03 Jan 2017 16:49:24 -0000

Bill McGurn, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss what's in store for the new Congress and Donald Trump.

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Lessons From 2016 and What to Look for in 2017

Fri, 30 Dec 2016 16:48:15 -0000

Dan Henninger, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss lessons from 2016 and what to look for in 2017.

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The Obama-Trump Transition Gets Testy

Wed, 28 Dec 2016 19:34:58 -0000

Joe Rago, Bill McGurn and Paul Gigot discuss Obama's parting shot on Israel at the U.N. and the Obama-Trump transition getting testy.

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Last-Minute Obama Rules and Terror in Europe

Wed, 21 Dec 2016 16:46:44 -0000

James Freeman, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot on last-minute Obama rules, Mick Mulvaney and terror in Europe.

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The Electoral College Vote

Tue, 20 Dec 2016 17:14:51 -0000

Bill McGurn, James Freeman and Paul Gigot discuss the electoral college vote and Russian hacking.

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John Podesta and the FBI; Fake News and Facebook

Fri, 16 Dec 2016 16:15:14 -0000

Dan Henninger, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss John Podesta and the FBI, and fake news and Facebook.

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Trump's Economic Team From Goldman Sachs

Wed, 14 Dec 2016 17:22:26 -0000

Joe Rago, James Freeman, and Paul Gigot discuss faithless electors and Trump's economic team from Goldman Sachs.

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The Russian Election Hacks

Tue, 13 Dec 2016 16:52:41 -0000

Joe Rago, James Freeman and Paul Gigot discuss the Russian election hacks, Rex Tillerson and Rick Perry.

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Trump's Cabinet Reformers

Fri, 09 Dec 2016 15:47:00 -0000

Joe Rago, Bill McGurn and Paul Gigot on Trump's cabinet reformers, and Obama's legacy against terror.

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The GOP Debate Over ObamaCare Repeal

Wed, 07 Dec 2016 17:16:35 -0000

The GOP debate over ObamaCare repeal, the Louisiana Senate race and Rex Tillerson as Secretary of State?

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Ben Carson at HUD and Trump Vs. Republicans

Tue, 06 Dec 2016 17:04:37 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss Ben Carson at HUD and Trump vs. Republicans on industrial policy.

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General Mattis, Carrier Jobs, Harvard Meltdown

Fri, 02 Dec 2016 16:00:07 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss General Mattis, Trump and Carrier, and the campaign adviser meltdown at Harvard University.

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Trump's Economic Team and Pelosi's Victory

Wed, 30 Nov 2016 19:34:21 -0000

Join Joe Rago and Paul Gigot for a look at Trump's economic team and Pelosi's House leadership victory.

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"Cabinet Apprentice" and the Presidential Recount

Tue, 29 Nov 2016 19:49:07 -0000

Paul Gigot, Joe Rago, and James Freeman on "The Cabinet Apprentice" and the presidential recount. Will it overturn the electoral college?

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Trump on Prosecuting Clinton and Climate Change

Wed, 23 Nov 2016 16:48:41 -0000

Paul Gigot, Joe Rago, and James Freeman discuss Trump on prosecuting Clinton and climate change. Plus, the fight over the next Democratic Party chief.

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Donald Trump's Cabinet Auditions

Tue, 22 Nov 2016 16:57:02 -0000

Joe Rago, James Freeman and Paul Gigot discuss Trump's cabinet auditions and the post-election move in stocks and bonds.

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Donald Trump's Cabinet Picks

Fri, 18 Nov 2016 16:11:33 -0000

Joe Rago, James Freeman and Paul Gigot on Trump's cabinet picks.

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The Trump Transition; New Democratic Leaders

Wed, 16 Nov 2016 17:44:59 -0000

James Freeman, Dan Henninger and Paul Gigot discuss the Trump transition and new Democratic leaders.

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Trump's White House Staff

Mon, 14 Nov 2016 17:51:41 -0000

Rago, Strassel and Gigot on Trump's White House staff.

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The Donald Trump Transition

Fri, 11 Nov 2016 16:42:49 -0000

Joe Rago, Kim Strassel and Paul Gigot talk the Trump transition.

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Donald Trump's Transition

Thu, 10 Nov 2016 18:20:23 -0000

Joe Rago, Kim Strassel and Paul Gigot discuss Trump's transition and the Democratic response.

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The Trump Earthquake

Wed, 09 Nov 2016 17:27:23 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss the Donald Trump earthquake of Election 2016.

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What to Look for on Election Night

Tue, 08 Nov 2016 16:58:36 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot break down what to look for on Election Night.

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James Comey's Latest Intervention

Mon, 07 Nov 2016 16:23:11 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel, and Joe Rago discuss James Comey's latest intervention and the final presidential polls.

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The Homestretch: Where the Election Stands

Fri, 04 Nov 2016 15:27:06 -0000

In the homestretch of the presidential election, Dan Henninger, Kim Strassel, and James Freeman discuss where the election stands.

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How Will the Electoral Map Change This Year?

Wed, 02 Nov 2016 16:08:50 -0000

Paul Gigot, Joe Rago, and James Freeman discuss how the electoral map could change in this year's election.

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Closing Presidential Polls; Tight Senate Races

Tue, 01 Nov 2016 16:15:35 -0000

As Election Day nears, Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel and Joe Rago discuss the closing presidential polls and tight Senate races.

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The FBI, Justice and Hillary Clinton

Mon, 31 Oct 2016 15:55:38 -0000

Dan Henninger, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss the FBI, Justice and Hillary Clinton.

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Clinton Inc. and GOP Hopes for Keeping Congress

Fri, 28 Oct 2016 16:44:19 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss the Clinton Inc. memo and the GOP's hopes for keeping Congress.

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Donald Trump's Money Disadvantage

Wed, 26 Oct 2016 17:36:43 -0000

Paul Gigot, Joe Rago, and James Freeman discuss Trump's money disadvantage and the GOP effort to save the Senate.

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The Political Accountability for ObamaCare

Tue, 25 Oct 2016 17:12:43 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel, Joe Rago, and Dan Henninger discuss the political accountability for ObamaCare and the FBI's conflict on Clinton.

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Donald Trump's Best Closing Strategy

Fri, 21 Oct 2016 15:42:41 -0000

Kim Strassel, James Freeman and Paul Gigot discuss the Al Smith dinner cringe and Trump's best closing strategy.

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The Third Presidential Debate: A Recap

Thu, 20 Oct 2016 15:52:06 -0000

James Freeman, Dan Henninger and Paul Gigot dissect the third presidential debate.

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A Preview of the Final Debate

Wed, 19 Oct 2016 16:40:27 -0000

Kim Strassel, James Freeman and Paul Gigot on more WikiLeaks and a debate preview.

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Hillary Clinton's Expanding Electoral Field

Tue, 18 Oct 2016 16:39:05 -0000

Kim Strassel, James Freeman and Paul Gigot discuss Clinton's expanding electoral field and the latest email leaks.

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Donald Trump's 'Rigged Election' Claims

Mon, 17 Oct 2016 16:10:50 -0000

Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss Trump's "rigged election" claims and the new polls.

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Trump and Women and Clinton and WikiLeaks

Fri, 14 Oct 2016 17:09:09 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss Trump and women, and Clinton and WikiLeaks.

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Donald Trump Vs. Paul Ryan

Wed, 12 Oct 2016 16:58:57 -0000

Paul Gigot, Joe Rago and James Freeman discuss Trump vs. Ryan, and the Clinton campaign's disdain for Catholics.

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Donald Trump Goes Rogue

Tue, 11 Oct 2016 18:04:56 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel and Joe Rago discuss Trump going rogue as Republicans try to save the House and Senate.

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Can Trump's Debate Performance Stop GOP Defection?

Mon, 10 Oct 2016 15:41:00 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel, and Dan Henninger discuss Donald Trump's debate performance and whether it can prevent any further GOP defections.

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The ObamaCare Meltdown and Sunday's Debate Preview

Fri, 07 Oct 2016 16:34:19 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel, and James Freeman discuss the ObamaCare meltdown, and preview Sunday's second presidential debate.

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Mike Pence's Debate Triumph

Wed, 05 Oct 2016 16:48:49 -0000

James Freeman, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss Mike Pence's triumph at the vice presidential debate.

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Donald Trump's Taxes and the VP Debate

Tue, 04 Oct 2016 16:40:14 -0000

Joe Rago, James Freeman and Paul Gigot discuss Trump's taxes and the VP debate.

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Hillary Clinton's Post-Debate Momentum

Fri, 30 Sep 2016 16:20:23 -0000

Dan Henninger, James Freeman and Paul Gigot discuss Clinton's post-debate momentum.

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Donald Trump's Tax-Return Problem

Wed, 28 Sep 2016 16:50:00 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel, and Joe Rago discuss Trump's tax-return problem and Jim Comey's Clinton duck and cover.

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Breaking Down the First Presidential Debate

Tue, 27 Sep 2016 16:49:18 -0000

Dan Henninger, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot break down the presidential debate.

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How Trump Can Win Monday's Debate

Fri, 23 Sep 2016 15:55:22 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel, and Joe Rago discuss how Trump can win Monday's debate, and Clinton's issues advantage.

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Obama's Farewell to the U.N.

Wed, 21 Sep 2016 17:16:42 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel, and Joe Rago discuss Obama's farewell to the U.N. and Clinton's problems with millennials.

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Who's Winning the Debate on Terror?

Tue, 20 Sep 2016 16:41:00 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel and Joe Rago discuss the latest bombing threats in New York City and how the presidential nominees are handling the debate on terror.

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Donald Trump's Birther Blunder

Fri, 16 Sep 2016 16:33:15 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel and Joe Rago discuss Trump's birther blunder, his economic plan, and why the race is now tied.

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Donald Trump's Child-Care Move

Wed, 14 Sep 2016 16:46:30 -0000

James Freeman, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss Trump's child-care move and the GOP fortunes looking up in the Senate.

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Clinton's Health and the 'Deplorables' Debate

Tue, 13 Sep 2016 17:44:10 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss Clinton's health and the 'deplorables' debate.

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Trump, Clinton and the Commander-In-Chief Forum

Fri, 09 Sep 2016 16:48:25 -0000

Strassel, Freeman and Gigot on the commander in chief debate.

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Polls Are Tightening; For-Profit Double Standards

Wed, 07 Sep 2016 17:09:20 -0000

Why the presidential polls are closing, and double political standards on for-profit schools.

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Trump Outreach; Clinton Fallout

Wed, 07 Sep 2016 13:23:38 -0000

Trump's black church outreach and the fallout from the FBI's Clinton file.

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Trump Outreach; Clinton Fallout

Tue, 06 Sep 2016 16:58:12 -0000

Trump's black church outreach and the fallout from the FBI's Clinton file.

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Donald Trump's Immigration Speech

Fri, 02 Sep 2016 16:21:11 -0000

Paul Gigot, Joe Rago, and James Freeman discuss Trump's immigration speech and the state of race at Labor Day.

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Rubio, McCain Win Primaries; Trump Visits Mexico

Wed, 31 Aug 2016 17:01:38 -0000

Marco Rubio and John McCain win their primaries, and Donald Trump visits Mexico's president.

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The Return of Obamacare as an Election Issue

Tue, 30 Aug 2016 18:10:00 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel, and Joe Rago discuss the return of ObamaCare as an election issue, and how the Clinton Foundation won't go away.

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Donald Trump's Immigration Shifts

Fri, 26 Aug 2016 15:57:34 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel, and Joe Rago discuss Clinton's comments on the "alt-right" and Trump's immigration shifts.

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New Pay-To-Play Stories for the Clinton Foundation

Wed, 24 Aug 2016 16:56:30 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel and Joe Rago discuss how Hillary plays it cool despite more pay-to-play Clinton Foundation stories.

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Clinton's Email Woes and Trump's Immigration shift

Tue, 23 Aug 2016 18:38:10 -0000

Paul Gigot, Joe Rago and Kim Strassel discuss Clinton's latest email woes and Trump's immigration shift.

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Donald Trump's New Stump Speech

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 17:22:55 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel, and Joe Rago discuss Trump's new stump speech, and the Clinton Foundation's new ethics.

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Trump's Campaign Shakeout

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 17:12:11 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel and Joe Rago discuss Trump's campaign shakeout and his pitch for the black vote.

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Donald Trump's Anti-Terror Speech

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 16:49:23 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel and Joe Rago discuss Trump's anti-terror speech and Obama's latest Guantanamo prisoner release.

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Clinton Vs. Trump on the Economy

Fri, 12 Aug 2016 16:21:33 -0000

Paul Gigot, James Freeman and Joe Rago discuss Clinton vs. Trump on the economy, and Clinton's email risks.

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The Latest on Clinton's Emails and Wisconsin

Wed, 10 Aug 2016 17:40:14 -0000

Joe Rago reports from Wisconsin, plus James Freeman and Paul Gigot discuss Clinton's latest emails.

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Trumponomics and Trump's Problems With GOP Voters

Tue, 09 Aug 2016 16:45:28 -0000

James Freeman, Bill McGurn and Paul Gigot dissect Trumponomics and Trump's problems with GOP voters.

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The Iran Ransom and Trump's No Good, Awful Week

Fri, 05 Aug 2016 16:15:46 -0000

Paul Gigot, Joe Rago, and Bill McGurn discuss the Iran ransom, and Trump's no good, awful week.

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Donald Trump Lashes Out at Republicans

Wed, 03 Aug 2016 16:52:33 -0000

Donald Trump lashes out at Republicans, and a Freedom Caucus Congressman loses in Kansas.

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The Post-Convention Blowup

Tue, 02 Aug 2016 17:02:47 -0000

Joe Rago, Dan Henninger and Paul Gigot discuss Donald Trump's post-convention blowup.

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Did Democrats Set Up Hillary Clinton for Victory?

Fri, 29 Jul 2016 17:13:13 -0000

Paul Gigot, Joe Rago and James Freeman discuss whether Democrats set up Hillary Clinton for victory at the Democratic National Convention.

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The DNC: The Attack on Trump as Commander in Chief

Thu, 28 Jul 2016 15:55:52 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel and Joe Rago discuss the Democratic attack on Trump as commander in chief, and Trump's Russian intervention.

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The DNC: Bill Clinton's Hillary Revival Project

Wed, 27 Jul 2016 14:12:31 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel, and Joe Rago recap the second night of the Democratic National Convention, and Bill Clinton's Hillary revival project.

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The 2016 Democratic National Convention: Night One

Tue, 26 Jul 2016 15:01:13 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot recap day one of the Democratic convention in Philadelphia.

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The GOP Convention: Trump's Speech and Strategy

Fri, 22 Jul 2016 15:49:17 -0000

Joe Rago, Dan Henninger and Paul Gigot review the final night of the Republican National Convention and discuss Donald Trump's speech and strategy.

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The GOP Convention: Ted Cruz's Kamikaze Speech

Thu, 21 Jul 2016 17:34:39 -0000

Kim Strassel and Paul Gigot discuss the third night of the Republican National Convention and Ted Cruz's kamikaze speech.

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The GOP National Convention: A View From Cleveland

Wed, 20 Jul 2016 14:54:10 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot recap the first two nights of the GOP convention from Cleveland, Ohio.

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Why Donald Trump Chose Mike Pence

Fri, 15 Jul 2016 16:02:34 -0000

Podcast: Why Donald Trump chose Mike Pence and what he needs out of next week's convention.

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Justice Ginsburg Sounds Off and Trump's VP Choices

Wed, 13 Jul 2016 17:05:06 -0000

James Freeman, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss Justice Ginsburg sounding off, and Trump's VP choices.

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Bernie Sanders' Endorsement of Hillary Clinton

Tue, 12 Jul 2016 17:16:05 -0000

James Freeman, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss Sanders' endorsement of Clinton and freeing the Republican delegates in Cleveland.

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The Shooting in Dallas; Comey Visits Capitol Hill

Fri, 08 Jul 2016 16:05:44 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel, and Joe Rago on the shooting in Dallas, James Comey and Donald Trump visiting Capitol Hill, and the Hillary Clinton proposal for free college.

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The Fallout From James Comey's Email Decision

Wed, 06 Jul 2016 17:23:46 -0000

Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss the fallout from James Comey's email decision.

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The FBI Ends Email Probe. What's Next for Clinton?

Tue, 05 Jul 2016 17:23:26 -0000

Now that the FBI has ended the year-long investigation into Hillary Clinton's use of a private email server, Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel, and Joe Rago discuss the political ramifications facing the presumptive Democratic nominee.

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Plane Talk: Bill Clinton Meets Loretta Lynch

Fri, 01 Jul 2016 16:18:27 -0000

Bill Clinton meets Loretta Lynch, and the battle for the House and Senate.

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The Benghazi Report and Trump's Trade Speech

Wed, 29 Jun 2016 16:38:36 -0000

Joe Rago, James Freeman and Paul Gigot discuss the Benghazi report and Trump's trade speech.

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Clinton's VP; The End of the Supreme Court's Term

Tue, 28 Jun 2016 17:03:27 -0000

Paul Gigot, Joe Rago, and James Freeman debate Elizabeth Warren as Clinton's VP, and the end of the Supreme Court's term.

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Brexit and Its Political Lessons for the U.S.

Fri, 24 Jun 2016 16:11:13 -0000

Paul Gigot, Joe Rago and James Freeman discuss what the U.S. can learn politically from the Brexit outcome.

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Donald Trump on Hillary Clinton's Ethics

Wed, 22 Jun 2016 17:01:13 -0000

Paul Gigot, Joe Rago and James Freeman discuss Marco Rubio's run for the Senate, and Donald Trump's remarks on Hillary Clinton's ethics.

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Donald Trump's Campaign Shakeup

Tue, 21 Jun 2016 16:50:51 -0000

Joe Rago, James Freeman and Paul Gigot discuss the latest shakeup in Donald Trump's campaign.

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Trump's Falling Poll Numbers; Brennan Vs. Obama

Fri, 17 Jun 2016 16:01:17 -0000

Kim Strassel, James Freeman and Paul Gigot discuss Trump's falling poll numbers and Brennan vs. Obama on Islamic State.

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Clinton Versus Trump on Orlando

Tue, 14 Jun 2016 17:05:22 -0000

Joe Rago, Kim Strassel and Paul Gigot discuss Clinton vs. Trump in the wake of the Orlando shooting.

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The Democrats Uniting and Republicans Dividing

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 15:47:19 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss the Democrats uniting, the Republicans dividing, and the latest from the 2016 campaign trail.

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Clinton's Rollout of the General Election Campaign

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 17:13:54 -0000

Hillary Clinton's general election strategy begins to emerge.

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Clinton Wins Enough Delegates to Clinch

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 16:57:32 -0000

Clinton's coronation, and growing GOP anxiety about Trump's campaign.

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The (Lack of) Jobs Report; Clinton Attacks Trump

Fri, 03 Jun 2016 16:17:52 -0000

Potomac Watch: The bad jobs report, Clinton's attack on Trump's foreign policy, and Paul Ryan endorses Trump.

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Salvaging the GOP Senate, Savaging By Trump

Tue, 31 May 2016 16:53:18 -0000

Salvaging the Republican Senate and Trump's politics of personal grievance.

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The I.G. Report on Hillary Clinton's E-Mails

Fri, 27 May 2016 16:50:29 -0000

Hillary Clinton's bad week, and Donald Trump passes 1,238 delegates.

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What Do New Polls Tell Us About Trump Vs. Clinton?

Tue, 24 May 2016 17:18:31 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel and Joe Rago discuss what the new polls tell us about Trump vs. Clinton.

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The Sanders Disruption, Hillary Asks Bill for Help

Fri, 20 May 2016 19:00:10 -0000

James Freeman, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss the Sanders disruption, Hillary calls Bill for help, and Trump's judges list.

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A Conservative Third Party?

Tue, 17 May 2016 16:53:52 -0000

Freeman, Rago and Gigot on a conservative third party, and Donald Trump and the women vote.

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Clinton Ethics Mess and the Trump-Ryan Dance

Fri, 13 May 2016 16:36:31 -0000

Strassel, Rago and Gigot on the latest Clinton ethics mess, plus the dance of Trump and Ryan.

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Donald Trump's Republican Unity Tour

Tue, 10 May 2016 16:42:50 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss Donald Trump's Republican unity tour.

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Donald Trump, Paul Ryan and Taco Bowls

Fri, 06 May 2016 17:28:27 -0000

Joe Rago, Kim Strassel and Wall Street Journal editorial writer Kate Bachelder discuss Paul Ryan's decision not to immediately embrace Donald Trump's candidacy.

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Trump Wins Indiana, Cruz Bows Out

Wed, 04 May 2016 18:09:53 -0000

Joe Rago, Dan Henninger and James Freeman discuss the state of the 2016 Presidential race, following Trump's big victory in Indiana, Ted Cruz's decision to quit the race and Bernie Sanders' win over Hillary Clinton in the Hoosier State.

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The Indiana Showdown and Trump's Foreign Policy

Fri, 29 Apr 2016 16:47:30 -0000

Dan Henninger, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss the Indiana showdown and Trump's foreign policy.

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Trump's East Coast Romp

Wed, 27 Apr 2016 18:55:02 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel and Joe Rago discuss Trump's East Coast romp, and what it means for Indiana.

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The Kasich-Cruz Collaboration

Tue, 26 Apr 2016 17:39:38 -0000

Just ahead of the Pennsylvania primary, Joe Rago, Kim Strassel and Paul Gigot discuss the Kasich-Cruz collaboration.

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Is a New Donald Trump Possible?

Fri, 22 Apr 2016 17:35:34 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel and Joe Rago discuss the fight over GOP convention rules, and whether a new Donald Trump is possible.

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Does Trump's New York Win Reshape the GOP Race?

Wed, 20 Apr 2016 17:54:05 -0000

Paul Gigot, Joe Rago, and Kim Strassel discuss how Trump's New York victory reshapes the GOP race.

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The GOP Delegate Brawl

Tue, 19 Apr 2016 17:20:33 -0000

Just ahead of the New York primary, Joe Rago, Dan Henninger and Paul Gigot discuss the GOP delegate brawl.

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The New York Primary: A Look Ahead

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 16:13:17 -0000

All eyes remain on the Big Apple as Joe Rago, Dan Henninger and Kim Strassel size up the GOP and Democratic candidates ahead of the crucial New York primary.

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The GOP Delegate Brawl; Paranoia Over Paul Ryan

Tue, 12 Apr 2016 18:19:52 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss the GOP delegate brawl and the paranoia over Paul Ryan.

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The Battle is on for the New York Primary

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 16:22:49 -0000

Joe Rago, Dan Henninger and Paul Gigot discuss the battle for New York in both parties.

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Trump Stumbles in Wisconsin. What's Next?

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 17:33:02 -0000

Henninger, Rago and Gigot: Trump stumbles in Wisconsin but can Cruz capitalize in the eastern states?

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Could Wisconsin Reset the GOP Race?

Tue, 05 Apr 2016 17:00:21 -0000

Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss why Wisconsin could reset the Republican race.

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The Wisconsin Primary: What to Expect

Fri, 01 Apr 2016 18:00:19 -0000

James Freeman, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot break down the Wisconsin primary.

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Candidates Campaign In Wisconsin Ahead Of Primary

Tue, 29 Mar 2016 18:09:42 -0000

Paul Gigot and Dan Henninger are joined by Joe Rago, who reports from Wisconsin, where the presidential candidates campaign ahead of next week's primary.

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Will Terrorist Attacks Jolt the Presidential Race?

Fri, 25 Mar 2016 15:09:38 -0000

Dan Henninger and Paul Gigot on terrorism and presidential race.

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Why the Brussels Attack May Help Donald Trump

Tue, 22 Mar 2016 16:15:05 -0000

Paul Gigot and Joe Rago discuss why the Brussels attack may help Donald Trump.

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Could Ted Cruz Beat Donald Trump One on One?

Fri, 18 Mar 2016 15:15:41 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel and Joe Rago discuss the Supreme Court fight, and whether Ted Cruz can beat Donald Trump in a one-on-one battle.

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Can John Kasich and Ted Cruz Stop Donald Trump?

Wed, 16 Mar 2016 16:17:56 -0000

Strassel, Rago and Gigot on whether John Kasich and Ted Cruz can stop Donald Trump.

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The Ides of March Primaries

Tue, 15 Mar 2016 16:19:35 -0000

Strassel, Rago and Gigot preview the Ides of March primaries.

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Trump's New Tone and Clinton's Email Jeopardy

Fri, 11 Mar 2016 16:00:48 -0000

Kim Strassel and Paul Gigot discuss Donald Trump's new tone and Hillary Clinton's email jeopardy.

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After Michigan, Is Trump Unstoppable?

Wed, 09 Mar 2016 17:45:03 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel and Joe Rago discuss the aftermath of the Michigan primary. Is Donald Trump unstoppable?

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The Growing GOP Resistance Against Donald Trump

Tue, 08 Mar 2016 16:56:37 -0000

Strassel, Rago and Gigot on the growing GOP resistance to Donald Trump.

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The Detroit Debate: What's Next for the GOP?

Fri, 04 Mar 2016 16:16:50 -0000

In the wake of the latest Republican debate in Detroit, Michigan, Joe Rago, Kim Strassel and Dan Henninger size up where the GOP stands.

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Super Tuesday: Breaking Down the Results

Wed, 02 Mar 2016 17:13:13 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel, and Joe Rago break down the Super Tuesday results.

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Super Tuesday: Where Do the GOP and Clinton Stand?

Tue, 01 Mar 2016 17:26:21 -0000

Joe Rago, Kim Strassel and James Freeman preview Super Tuesday, with a look at the latest arguments between Donald Trump and Marco Rubio, and whether Hillary Clinton is as inevitable as she seems.

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Marco Rubio and Ted Cruz Take on Donald Trump

Fri, 26 Feb 2016 16:10:38 -0000

Rubio and Cruz finally take on Trump, but will it matter on Super Tuesday? Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel and Joe Rago discuss.

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The Cruz and Rubio Strategies for Beating Trump

Tue, 23 Feb 2016 17:03:11 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel, and Joe Rago discuss the Ted Cruz and Marco Rubio strategies for beating Donald Trump.

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The GOP Brawl and the Democratic Panic

Fri, 19 Feb 2016 15:46:15 -0000

Kim Strassel, Joe Rago and Paul Gigot discuss the GOP brawl in South Carolina and the Democratic panic over Bernie Sanders.

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Replacing Justice Scalia; South Carolina's Debate

Tue, 16 Feb 2016 17:15:03 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel and Joe Rago discuss replacing Justice Scalia and the South Carolina primary stakes.

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Clinton Vs. Sanders, and Can Anyone Beat Trump?

Fri, 12 Feb 2016 16:02:51 -0000

Paul Gigot, James Freeman and Joe Rago discuss Clinton's establishment counterattack on Sanders. And can anyone else beat Donald Trump?

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The Day After the New Hampshire Primary

Wed, 10 Feb 2016 17:43:02 -0000

Henninger, Rago and Gigot dissect the New Hampshire primary results.

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The New Hampshire Primary: A Preview

Tue, 09 Feb 2016 16:56:37 -0000

Joe Rago, Kim Strassel and Paul Gigot preview the New Hampshire primary.

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Election 2016: The Presidential Primary Races

Fri, 05 Feb 2016 16:24:37 -0000

Dan Henninger, Kim Strassel and Paul Gigot examine the state of the presidential primary races.

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The Iowa Results and a Look Ahead to New Hampshire

Tue, 02 Feb 2016 17:18:16 -0000

Paul Gigot, James Freeman and Dan Henninger discuss the Iowa results and what to look for in New Hampshire.

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The Iowa Debate: Where Do Trump and the GOP Stand?

Fri, 29 Jan 2016 16:21:11 -0000

Dan Henninger, Kim Strassel and Joe Rago discuss how the candidates fared in the Iowa GOP debate, and whether Trump's absence hurt him. Plus, a look at where Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders stand after the Democratic Town Hall in Iowa.

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President Obama Tilts Toward Hillary Clinton

Tue, 26 Jan 2016 16:43:00 -0000

Strassel, Rago and Gigot on conservatives and Trump, Michael Bloomberg, and President Obama tilts toward Hillary Clinton.

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Clinton's Emails and The Trump-Cruz Showdown

Fri, 22 Jan 2016 16:08:59 -0000

Strassel, Henninger and Gigot on Clinton's emails, the Sanders surge, and the Trump-Cruz showdown over who's a real outsider.

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The GOP Debate; Trump Vs Cruz; The Rise of Sanders

Fri, 15 Jan 2016 16:14:41 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel, and Joe Rago discuss the GOP debate fallout, Trump vs. Cruz, and the rise of Bernie Sanders.

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Cruz, Christie, and the Push For Gun Control Again

Fri, 08 Jan 2016 16:03:28 -0000

Donald Trump's birther gambit against Ted Cruz, the New Hampshire gang-up on Chris Christie, and why Democrats are again pushing gun control.

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Trump Vs. Clinton and 2016 Predictions

Wed, 30 Dec 2015 16:08:35 -0000

Paul Gigot, Dan Henninger, and James Freeman talk Trump versus Clinton, targeting Marco Rubio, and 2016 predictions.

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Trump Vs. Clinton and the Rise of Ted Cruz

Wed, 23 Dec 2015 16:18:26 -0000

Paul Gigot, Joe Rago, and Dan Henninger talk the latest on Trump vs. Clinton, and the rise of Ted Cruz.

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The GOP's National Security Brawl

Fri, 18 Dec 2015 16:58:53 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel and Joe Rago discuss the GOP's national security brawl and Congress's tax blowout.

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Rounding Up Trump, Cruz and Kasich

Fri, 11 Dec 2015 17:11:57 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel and Joe Rago talk the latest on Trump, Cruz and Kasich.

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The Political Response to San Bernardino

Fri, 04 Dec 2015 16:02:47 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel and Joe Rago discuss Cruz vs. Rubio on foreign policy, and the political response to the San Bernardino massacre.

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Donald Trump's Resilience in the Polls

Wed, 25 Nov 2015 15:57:43 -0000

Strassel, Rago and Gigot on Donald Trump's resilience in the polls and who benefits from the campaign turn toward national security.

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The Aftermath of the Paris Attacks

Fri, 20 Nov 2015 16:26:53 -0000

Dan Henninger, Kim Strassel and Joe Rago discuss the aftermath of the Paris attacks and the resulting policy battles in Washington D.C.

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The GOP's Economic Debate and Cruz Versus Rubio

Fri, 13 Nov 2015 16:32:56 -0000

Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel and Joe Rago discuss the GOP's economic debate, and Cruz vs. Rubio.

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The Rise of Carson and Rubio

Fri, 06 Nov 2015 19:49:47 -0000

The week on Potomac Watch: Gigot, Strassel and Rago on the rise of Ben Carson and Marco Rubio.

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Sizing Up The GOP's Race To The Nomination

Fri, 30 Oct 2015 15:20:35 -0000

Dan Henninger, Kim Strassel and Joe Rago size up the GOP's race to the nomination in the wake of the latest debate.

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Benghazi & Clinton + Ryan's prospects as Speaker

Fri, 23 Oct 2015 16:04:27 -0000

Strassel, Rago and Gigot on Benghazi and Hillary Clinton, plus Paul Ryan's prospects as House Speaker.

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Clinton's debate breakout & Biden's closing window

Fri, 16 Oct 2015 16:08:19 -0000

Clinton's debate breakout, Biden's closing window, and Obama lobbies the FBI.

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The GOP House meltdown & Clinton's trade politics

Fri, 09 Oct 2015 16:01:20 -0000

Strassel, Rago and Gigot on the GOP House meltdown and Hillary Clinton's trade politics.

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Clinton vs. Obama vs. Putin in Syria

Fri, 02 Oct 2015 16:06:00 -0000

Clinton vs. Obama vs. Putin in Syria, and Kevin McCarthy's House speaker audition.

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John Boehner's Resignation; Donald Trump's Decline

Fri, 25 Sep 2015 16:13:06 -0000

Gigot, Strassel and Rago on John Boehner's resignation, the next House speaker, and Donald Trump's decline in the polls.

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Trump, Clinton, Fiorina & The GOP Debate

Fri, 18 Sep 2015 16:01:24 -0000

Dan Henninger sits in for Paul Gigot and discusses Trump, Clinton, Fiorina, and the GOP Debate with Kim Strassel and Joe Rago.

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Hillary's Sinking Polls & Bush's Comeback Strategy

Fri, 11 Sep 2015 15:57:14 -0000

Today on Potomac Watch, Hillary's sinking polls, Bush's comeback strategy, and the Iran nuclear vote.

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Clinton's Email Mess, Ben Carson, & Trump Vs Bush

Fri, 04 Sep 2015 16:02:08 -0000

Henninger, Rago and Gigot on Clinton's email mess, Ben Carson, and Trump vs. Bush.

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Clinton's Email Mess & Trump's Immigration Pitch

Fri, 21 Aug 2015 15:59:18 -0000

Podcast: Clinton's worsening email mess and Trump's immigration pitch.

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Clinton's Travails & Trump's Prospects

Fri, 14 Aug 2015 16:18:39 -0000

Strassel, Rago and Gigot on Clinton's travails and Trump's prospects.

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