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RealClearPolitics, Carl Cannon, Tom Bevan
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  1. 15 HR AGO

    Jack Smith Dismisses the Federal Cases Against Donald Trump, Biden’s Proposal to Add Medicare and Medicaid Coverage for Weight Loss Drugs, and Repercussions from Trump’s Plan to Place a 25% Tariff on Imports from Canada and Mexico

    Andrew, Tom and Carl discuss Monday’s decision to dismiss Special Counsel Jack Smith’s cases against Donald Trump, and President Biden’s proposal to add Medicare and Medicaid coverage for Ozempic and other weight loss drugs – a move opposed by Trump’s HHS Secretary nominee Robert F. Kenney Jr. They also talk about reports that longtime Trump insider and aide Boris Epshteyn is the subject of an internal probe by Trump’s attorneys for trying to sell access to the President Elect. Plus, a look at repercussions from Trump’s plan to place a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico. Next, Tom Bevan talks to RCP senior elections analyst Sean Trende about whether the 2024 results were “Trump-specific” or reveal a long-term trend within the GOP, and why California takes so long to count votes. And finally, Andrew Walworth talks to Republican strategist John Feehery about how Speaker Mike Johnson will lead given his slender majority in the House, and what the nomination of former GOP Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer for Labor Secretary will mean for public sector unions.

    45 min

  2. 1 DAY AGO

    Democrats’ Reactions to Trump’s Plans, Attorney General Nominee Pam Bondi’s Possible Role in Pardoning the January 6th Defendants, and a New CBSNews/YouGov Poll that Shows a Majority of Americans Approve of the Trump Transition So Far

    Andrew, Carl, and RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann discuss a new CBSNews/YouGov poll that shows a majority of Americans approve of the Trump transition so far, and examine Democrats’ reaction to Trump’s plans including Mayor Mike Johnston of Denver who promises to resist the deportation of illegal immigrants from his city. They also talk about Attorney General nominee Pam Bondi’s possible role in pardoning the January 6th defendants, and a recent New York Times article on how older Americans react when their children decide not to procreate due to fear of global warming. Plus, Phil Wegmann discusses his article to be published Tuesday in RCP on how the GOP changed its strategy to get voters to the polls in 2024. And finally, Independent Center president and consumer psychologist Lura Forcum provides Andrew Walworth with tips on how to discuss politics over Thanksgiving, and talks about the role of independent voters in the 2024 election and beyond.

    45 min

  3. 4 DAYS AGO

    The Nomination of Former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi to Lead the Justice Department, the Arrest Warrant for Israel’s Prime Minister Bebe Netenyahu, and What's Next for Matt Gaetz?

    Andrew, Tom and Carl discuss the nomination of former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi to lead the Justice Department, and what's next for former nominee Matt Gaetz. They also talk about the International Criminal Court (ICC) which has issued an arrest warrant for Israel’s Prime Minister Bebe Netenyahu, former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, and Hamas leader Mohammed Deif, who was reportedly killed in an airstrike last summer. Also, a look at escalation in the Ukraine War, as Moscow fires a new type of missile into Ukraine in response to Ukraine’s use of US made missiles to hit military targets inside Russia. Next, Andrew talks to RealClear Pennsylvania editor Charles McElwee about Senator Bob Casey’s concession to Republican challenger Dave McCormick and Governor Josh Shapiro’s future in a state that is becoming increasingly red. And finally, RCP Contributor Charlie Stone talks to former NIH Director Frances Collins about Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s nomination as Secretary of Health and Human Services and how to restore trust in America’s health care institutions.

    45 min

  4. 5 DAYS AGO

    The Withdrawal of Matt Gaetz for Attorney General, the Status of Pete Hegseth’s Nomination to the Dept. of Defense, and the Upcoming Conflict Between Local Leaders and the Trump Administration Over Deportation of Illegal Immigrants

    Andrew, Tom and Carl discuss the withdrawal of the nomination of former Congressman Matt Gaetz for attorney general (and his political future) and they also discuss the status of Pete Hegseth’s nomination to head the Department of Defense. Plus, they talk about the upcoming conflict between state and municipal leaders and the Trump administration over federal deportation of illegal immigrants. Next, they discuss how the RCP Average performed in terms of anticipating the results of the 2024 election, and the fight over transgenders using female facilities in Congress. And finally, Andrew and Carl talk to RCP contributor Peter Berkowitz of the Hoover Institution about US policy toward China and the role public diplomacy may play in the upcoming Trump administration.

    45 min

  5. 6 DAYS AGO

    Trump's Latest Cabinet Nominations, Comcast’s Decision to Spin Off MSNBC, and a Look at a New Television Ad from Jaguar

    Andrew, Tom and Carl discuss Trump's new cabinet nominations including Linda McMahon to be Secretary of Education and Dr. Mehmet Oz to be administrator of Medicare and Medicaid. Also, they give a breakdown of where the $1.5 billion went that the Harris campaign spent in just ten weeks. Plus, they chat about Comcast’s decision to spin off MSNBC and some of its other cable channels into a new company and what that may mean for cable news, and they look at a new television ad from Jaguar that is being called “Budlight 2.0". Next, White House correspondent Phil Wegmann interviews Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC) on her resolution requiring members of Congress to use the restrooms and facilities that correspond with their biological sex. This comes as Rep-elect Sarah McBride, the first transgender member of Congress, prepares to take office. And lastly, Carl Cannon talks to RCP Investigations contributor Lee Fang about Robert F. Kennedy’s “Make America Healthy Again” initiative and the populist politics surrounding his choice as a Trump administration cabinet official.

    45 min

  6. 20 NOV

    The Senate Race Recount in Pennsylvania, the Anniversary of the Gettysburg Address, and Will Democrats Choose Kamala Harris to Run for President in 2028?

    Andrew, Tom and Carl discuss the still unsettled Senate election in Pennsylvania, where incumbent Bob Casey has yet to concede the race to challenger Dave McCormick, and they look ahead to the 2025 elections in Virginia and New Jersey. They also talk about a new poll from Echelon Insights which shows that 41 percent of Democrats think Kamala Harris should run atop the party’s ticket in 2028. Plus, they discuss the anniversary of the Gettysburg Address which was delivered 161 years ago today. Next, Tom Bevan talks to White House correspondent Phil Wegmann about Trump’s latest cabinet picks including Howard Lutnick as Commerce Secretary. And then, Andrew Walworth talks to Catholic University professor Jakub Grygiel about Ukraine’s recent use of American-made missiles to strike deep within Russian territory and Moscow’s announcement that it is changing its nuclear doctrine to allow for the use of nuclear weapons against Ukraine.

    45 min

  7. 19 NOV

    Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski Meeting with Donald Trump, Reports of Conflict Between Elon Musk and Trump Advisors, and Ukraine to Use Long-Range Missiles Supplied by the US

    Andrew, Tom and Carl discuss the announcement that Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski met with Donald Trump last Friday, and President Biden’s decision to allow Ukraine to use long-range missiles supplied by the US to strike deep within Russian territory. They also talk about the reports of conflict between Elon Musk and key Trump advisors. Next, Tom Bevan talks to independent journalist Matt Taibi about his recent article on Wikipedia’s treatment of RCP’s polling average and the state of polling in the wake of the 2024 election. And finally, Carl Cannon talks to Brad Lips, CEO of Atlas Network about efforts to strengthen civil society around the globe and promoting democracy in the 21st century.

    45 min

  8. 16 NOV

    The Nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to be Trump’s HHS Secretary, Trump’s Promise to End “Wokeness” in Education, and North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum to Lead the Interior Department

    Andrew, Tom and Carl discuss the nominations of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to be Trump’s HHS secretary and North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum leading the Interior Department. They also talk about Trump’s promise to end “wokeness” in education, and this week’s House hearings on UFO’s and whether the Trump administration will release more information on UFO phenomenon. Next, Tom talks to Richard Porter, National Committee member for the RNC from Illinois, about Matt Gaetz and other Trump appointees. And then Andrew talks to RCP contributor Charlie Tidmarsh, author of the “This Week in Censorship” column about how Trump’s election will alter efforts to fight disinformation by the State Department and other agencies.

    45 min
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    RealClearPolitics, Carl Cannon, Tom Bevan
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
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    600
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