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Your morning 10-minute rundown of the most important stories in news and politics, hosted by veteran political strategist Matt Whitlock. We’re keeping it fun, fast, and light because you’ve got enough going on. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday.

  1. 16 HR AGO

    Breaking down the growing feud on the Supreme Court; CNN exposes Gavin’s CA gas price problems

    On the May 6th episode of The 10 Minute Drill, we break down the biggest political stories driving the day: -Iran tests the ceasefire as tensions flare in the Middle East, with reports of Iranian drones intercepted and hostile boats destroyed -Republican frustration at Europe extends from Iran to a larger range of European freeloading - from medical research and pharmaceuticals to tech taxes and fees  -Clarence Thomas becomes the second longest-serving Supreme Court justice as a fiery dissent from Ketanji Brown Jackson sparks controversy -California gas prices remain sky high as Katie Porter’s latest campaign messaging goes viral for all the wrong reasons -Virginia Democrats float new taxes on gym memberships, digital subscriptions, streaming services, and more -Democratic fundraiser controversy erupts over resurfaced posts honoring a grandfather who fought for Germany in WWII Plus: The 10-year anniversary of Trump’s taco bowl tweet The Hunger Games-style Met Gala spectacle And more from the political circus dominating the headlines Subscribe for fast, sharp daily political analysis from The 10 Minute Drill. Time Stamps:  0:00 - Intro 0:35 -Trump’s Cinco De Mayo Tweet 1:26 - Iran Latest 2:27 - Europe Relations 5:00 - Chippy SCOTUS 8:36 - California Gas Prices 12:07 - New Virginia Taxes 13:01 - Nazi Grandfather #Iran #Trump #SupremeCourt #ClarenceThomas #CaliforniaGasPrices #VirginiaPolitics #MalloryMcMorrow #KatiePorter #Europe #BigTech #Politics #News #10MinuteDrill

    15 min

  2. 1 DAY AGO

    The top thing Dana Perino thinks we might be missing heading into the midterms

    In the May 5 episode of the 10 Minute Drill Podcast, we break down the biggest political and policy stories of the day, joined again by Fox News anchor and friend of the Drill Dana Perino: President Trump launches “Project Freedom” amid the latest Iran developments and new polling shows strong public support for the U.S. position; Democrats scramble over the fallout surrounding Spirit Airlines after years of cheering antitrust action against the JetBlue-Spirit merger; Congress turns up pressure on hospitals and the 340B program as lawmakers blast opaque subsidies, consolidation, and rising healthcare costs; Gavin Newsom faces tough questions during his appearance on Bill Maher while defending California’s record; and Dana explains what many analysts may be missing as the 2026 midterms begin to take shape. Subscribe to the 10 Minute Drill Podcast for daily political analysis, campaign strategy, and rapid-fire breakdowns of the stories driving Washington and beyond. Time Stamps:  0:00 - Intro 0:39 - Iran Latest 2:25 - Spirit Airlines Goes Under 5:19 - Hospital Hearing on the Hill 8:19 - Gavin Newsom on Bill Maher 10:48 - Dana Perino Part 2

    17 min

  3. 5 DAYS AGO

    Special Friday: Dana Perino joins 10MD! Hakeem’s meltdown; Maine Senate shakeup

    On this special May 1 Friday episode of the 10 Minute Drill, we break down a packed day in politics: Bernie Sanders-backed Graham Platner emerges as the Democrat nominee in Maine after Janet Mills drops out What Platner’s rise says about Chuck Schumer’s influence and Democrat primary politics Why Republicans say there’s much more to come on Platner Hakeem Jeffries melts down over the Supreme Court’s racial gerrymandering decision The irony of Democrat complaints after the controversial Virginia redistricting fight Ron DeSantis and Florida Republicans move forward with a new congressional map that could add GOP seats Why Republicans argue Florida’s population growth justifies redistricting changes Special Guest: Dana Perino joins 10 Minute Drill Dana discusses her new bestselling book Purple State How Dana inspired the creation of 10 Minute Drill Don’t miss this loaded Friday rundown covering the biggest political stories shaping the 2026 cycle. Subscribe for daily political analysis, campaign coverage, and rapid-fire news breakdowns. 0:00 - Intro 0:38 - Graham Platner  3:07 - Jeffreis Crashes Out  6:50 - Dana Perino Joins the Show #Politics #GrahamPlatner #BernieSanders #HakeemJeffries #SCOTUS #DeSantis #DanaPerino #10MinuteDrill #Election2026 #Redistricting

    20 min

  4. 6 DAYS AGO

    Trump talks tough with Iran; Tim Walz and stolen valor fighting fraud; Ilhan’s World War 11

    On this April 30 episode of the 10 Minute Drill, we break down President Trump’s latest warning to Iran and what his overnight posts signal about the administration’s posture toward Tehran. We also unpack Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s testimony on Capitol Hill and the broader national security implications. Then, we dive into the Supreme Court’s major decision on Louisiana’s congressional map and what the ruling means for racial gerrymandering, the Voting Rights Act, and redistricting battles nationwide. Plus, federal agents raid more than 20 locations in the Minneapolis area tied to an ongoing fraud investigation, raising new questions about oversight, accountability, and Tim Walz’s response as local officials scramble to distance themselves. We also cover Lee Zeldin’s clash with Rosa DeLauro, Zohran Mamdani’s latest tax-and-spend rhetoric as even his own math starts to break down, and round out the show with a look at the latest strange headlines involving AOC and Ilhan Omar. Subscribe to the 10 Minute Drill for daily fast-paced political analysis, breaking news, and commentary on the stories driving Washington and beyond. 0:00 - Intro 0:40 - Iran Impass 2:32 - SCOTUS on Racial Redistricting 5:31 - Lee Zeldin vs. Rosa De Lauro 10:07 - MN Fraud Raids 12:22 - Zohran Needs Money 13:36 - AOC & Ilhan

    15 min

  5. 28 APR

    What Saturday’s wild events mean for Washington; new bombshell about teachers union politics

    April 28th’s episode of the 10 Minute Drill breaks down the biggest political stories shaping the day. We cover the fallout from the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting, growing scrutiny of Democrat rhetoric in the aftermath, and the latest controversy surrounding media coverage of the suspect and his manifesto. We also dive into President Trump’s latest comments on Iran and what they signal for the future of U.S.–Iran negotiations. In Virginia, oral arguments were held before the Virginia Supreme Court over Democrats’ controversial redistricting referendum, with major questions raised about whether the process complied with constitutional and statutory requirements. Plus, new reports reveal teachers unions have funneled more than $1 billion into political causes over the past decade, sparking fresh debate over the use of dues for partisan activism. We also cover a hearing on rising healthcare costs and allegations that major hospital systems are prioritizing DEI, climate activism, and other political initiatives over patient care. And finally, we discuss the latest backlash surrounding Tim Walz after controversial comments amid renewed debate over political violence and foreign policy. 0:00 - Intro 0:43 - Iran Talks 1:26 - WHCD Fallout 5:26 - Dems Dangerous Rhetoric 6:59 - VA Map Legal Battle 9:42 - Teachers Unions 11:18 - Woke Hospitals 12:59 - Tim Walz  Topics Covered: WHCD shooting fallout and suspect developments Democrat rhetoric and shutdown politics Trump on Iran and nuclear negotiations Virginia Supreme Court redistricting arguments Teachers unions’ $1B political spending Hospital hearing on costs and “woke” healthcare systems Tim Walz controversy

    15 min

  6. 27 APR

    Monday Rundown: What happened at the White House Correspondents Dinner and what comes next

    April 27 on The 10 Minute Drill: We break down the biggest political and national security stories of the day, including fallout from the White House Correspondents’ Dinner assassination attempt and the growing questions surrounding Secret Service practices - as Democrats continue to hold their funding hostage. What are we learning about the shooter, and what does this mean for Democrats amid the DHS shutdown fight? Plus, House Republicans push for hearings and accountability. We also cover Iran’s latest offer to the United States after Trump reportedly turned planes around Friday, why Tehran’s proposal on the Strait of Hormuz is being viewed as a nonstarter, and what comes next in the standoff over nuclear negotiations. In Virginia, oral arguments begin before the Virginia Supreme Court over Democrats’ controversial redistricting nuclear option, with the future of the new maps hanging in the balance. We discuss House Republicans’ reconciliation push to reopen ICE and CBP, President Trump’s demand that the Senate advance the Clarity Act despite banking industry opposition, and King Charles’ White House visit amid a chilly period in U.S.-UK relations. Time Stamps  0:00 - Intro  0:44 - White House Correspondents Dinner fallout  2:41 - What’s next with Iran after President Trump called back the planes  4:10 - Virginia redistricting fight  5:05 - Reconciliation and the DHS shutdown  6:22 - King Charles comes to Washington  7:14 - the rest of the week ahead Links Referenced in Today’s Show: White House Correspondents’ Dinner Fallout:https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/apr/26/white-house-correspondents-dinner-shooting-political-violence Iran Strait of Hormuz Proposal:https://www.axios.com/2026/04/27/iran-us-hormuz-strait-nuclear-talks-proposal-pakistan ICE / CBP Reconciliation Bill:https://katu.com/news/nation-world/senate-advances-budget-plan-to-fund-ice-and-border-patrol-amid-homeland-security-department-shutdown-democrat-objection-republicans-immigration-enforcement-federal-agent-shootings-president-donald-trump

    9 min

  7. 23 APR

    Analyzing Virginia: Silver lining, legal fights; Ilhan’s missing millions; the SPLC Scandal

    April 23rd Episode – Virginia Fallout, Iran Escalation, SPLC Charges & Ilhan Under Fire On today’s episode of The 10 Minute Drill, we break down the biggest political stories shaping the moment—from a dramatic legal fight in Virginia to rising tensions with Iran and major developments in Washington. We start in Virginia, where a court has stepped in to block the redistricting referendum—but that’s only part of the story. Beneath the surface, Republicans drove massive turnout across much of the state, dramatically tightening margins even in deep-blue districts. What does this mean for the political landscape heading into the midterms? And could legal challenges to the map—ranging from ballot language to constitutional process issues—ultimately overturn the entire result? Then we turn to the global stage, where tensions with Iran continue to escalate. A fragile ceasefire has been extended, but recent attacks on ships raise serious questions about whether diplomacy can hold. We examine what this means for U.S. strategy and whether all avenues are truly being exhausted. Back at home, the Department of Justice is reportedly taking action against the Southern Poverty Law Center, accusing the organization of fraud tied to funding decisions. We unpack the implications of this stunning development. Plus, another flashpoint in the campus free speech debate, this time at UCLA, where a Federalist Society event was repeatedly disrupted—raising new concerns about viewpoint tolerance in higher education. And finally, Congresswoman Ilhan Omar faces growing scrutiny over financial disclosures that significantly reduced her reported wealth, while brushing off questions from critics. All that and more in today’s 10 Minute Drill. 0:00 - Intro 0:41 - Virginia Takeaways 5:31 - Virginia Legal Battle 7:53 - Iran Ceasefire 9:11 - SPLC Fraud 11:37 - UCLA Law Shoutdown 13:47 - Ilhan’s Finances

    17 min

  8. 22 APR

    Special interests secure narrow gerrymandering win in Virginia; MAHA and the Midterms

    Big developments across politics, foreign policy, and the courts—today’s episode covers a rapidly shifting landscape both at home and abroad. We start with the latest on the Virginia elections and what the results could signal for the political balance heading into 2026. Are these outcomes a warning sign for Democrats, or just a snapshot in time? Back in the U.S., Democratic primaries are showing signs of real turbulence. Allies of Chuck Schumer are struggling in key races, with awkward campaign moments and voter frustration raising bigger questions about party direction heading into the next election cycle. We also cover the resignation of Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick following ethics violations and federal charges—marking yet another House departure this month. On policy, an 8-0 ruling from the Supreme Court of the United States in a major energy case could reshape how these disputes are handled moving forward. We explain what it means and why it matters. Plus, insights from Mary Katharine Ham on the “MAHA” movement and why health and wellness issues may play a much bigger role in the 2026 midterms than many expect. And finally, Cory Booker—aka “Spartacus”—is back with another dramatic moment you have to hear to believe. All that and more in today’s 10 Minute Drill. 0:00 - Intro 0:35 - Latest Resignation 1:28 - VA Election Results 2:25 - Dem Primary Preview 5:12 - MAHA & Midterms 7:28 - SCOTUS on Energy 8:45 - Spartacus Returns

    10 min
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Your morning 10-minute rundown of the most important stories in news and politics, hosted by veteran political strategist Matt Whitlock. We’re keeping it fun, fast, and light because you’ve got enough going on. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday.

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  • Creator
    Matt Whitlock
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
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