RealClearPolitics Podcast RealClearPolitics, Carl Cannon, Tom Bevan

Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss the Obamas’ cellphone endorsement of Kamala Harris and the reactions to J.D. Vance’s comments to Tucker Carslon from 2021 on “childless cat ladies”. They also talk about new polls that show Harris gaining over Biden but still trailing Trump in most swing states. Plus, a look ahead at the Olympics. Next, Carl Cannon talks to RCP’s Gabriella Fine about Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s speech to Congress and his follow-up meetings with Biden, Harris, and Trump. And then, Carl talks to Patrick Kennedy, former representative from Rhode Island, about bipartisan efforts to help family caregivers deal with the opioid crisis.

Andrew, Tom and Carl discuss reactions to President Biden’s Oval Office address last night and the first video ad from Kamala Harris featuring music by Beyonce. They also talk about new swing state polls from Emerson College Polling and pro-Palestinian protests surrounding Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s speech to Congress and visit to the White House.
Then, Andrew Walworth talks to Bulwark columnist A.B. Stoddard about the major role Rep. Nancy Pelosi played in convincing Joe Biden to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race. And finally, Tom Bevan talks to RCP senior election analyst Sean Trende about how Kamala Harris’ candidacy changes the race and whether the contest is now a toss-up.

Andrew, Tom, and Carl look forward to tonight’s prime time address by President Joe Biden. They also talk about new polls and look at potential vice-presidential choices for the Harris ticket. Then, Tom Bevan talks with journalist Josh Kraushaar of Jewish Insider about close Senate races and how the Harris candidacy changes those contests. And finally, Andrew Walworth talks to political scientist and author Lara M. Brown about presidential leadership and Kamala Harris.

Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss the most recent polling and betting odds for Kamala Harris vs. Donald Trump. They also talk about whether it's Biden's policies or his physical frailty that were proving unpopular with voters and how Kamala Harris will be viewed by voters. Plus, the resignation of Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle after the epic failures during the Trump shooting. Next, Carl talks to RCP National Correspondent Susan Crabtree about her reporting on the Secret Service in the wake of the Trump assassination attempt. And finally, Andrew interviews presidential historian Tevi Troy about what the candidacies of Donald Trump and Kamala Harris say about the state of the Democratic and Republican parties.

Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss Kamala Harris’ candidacy following President Biden’s withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race and whether Biden will also have to resign from the presidency. They also talk about who Harris might name as her running mate and today’s House hearings with Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle on the shooting of former President Donald Trump and whether she will be forced to resign. Next, Carl talks to Democratic strategist Lanny Davis about Biden’s withdrawal from the campaign and Harris’ options for vice president. And lastly, Tom and Carl speak with RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann on how the Trump campaign is preparing to run against Kamala Harris.

Andrew, Carl, and Tom discuss Donald Trump's speech at the Republican National Convention. They also talk about the prospects of Joe Biden dropping out of the race and the musical entertainment from Hulk Hogan, Kid Rock, and Lee Greenwood. Then finally, they discuss what will happen at the upcoming Democratic National Convention.