RealClearPolitics Podcast

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss the shooting by ICE agents of a motorist in Maine, the second ICE shooting incident in less than a week. Also, a look forward at tomorrow’s scheduled Senate confirmation hearings of Todd Blanche for Attorney General and Jay Clayton for Director of National Intelligence. Next, they talk about Pete Buttigieg’s recent trip to Iowa and his chances of winning the Democratic presidential nomination for 2028, and new polling on the Iowa senate and gubernatorial races. Then, they discuss yesterday’s choice of the late Lindsey Graham’s sister to fill out his term in the U.S. Senate, and potential candidates for the seat in the upcoming Republican primary, including Nancy Mace. And finally, they talk about Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Elena Kagan testifing today before Congress about the need for additional funding for the Supreme Court, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio launching an effort to dismantle the International Criminal Court. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
for information about our collection and use of personal data for
advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon and RCP White House correspondent Carolina Lumetta discuss the passing of South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham and what it means for the Senate, American foreign policy and South Carolina. Next, Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss the latest development in the Iran War and Democratic presidential hopeful Rahm Emanuel’s remarks in Tel Aviv last week regarding U.S./Israeli relations. And finally, the guys talk about recent coverage of “teen takeovers” in cities and towns across America, and a new Atlantic article on how social media and smart phones have ushered in the “end of reading”.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the media's framing of socialism. Then, Andrew Walworth and Carl interview author Stephen B. Young about his new book, "America vs the Overclass." Next, Tom and Carl discuss Marco Rubio deporting the Laotian child sex offender who was pardoned by Tim Walz. Then finally, the guys give up their "You Cannot Be Serious" stories of the week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
for information about our collection and use of personal data for
advertising.

Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon, and Mary Katherine Ham discuss Graham Platner's announcement that he is withdrawing from the Maine Senate race. Next, Carolina Lumetta joins the team and they talk about the latest on President Trump: the resumption of the Iran War, the Freedom Fuel stations, and whether or not he will allow the bipartisan housing bill to become law. Then finally, they discuss the White House's 162-page report criticizing the Smithsonian for become too woke and political. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
for information about our collection and use of personal data for
advertising.

Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon and Richard Porter discuss the unfolding political drama surrounding Graham Platner, the Democratic nominee for the U.S. Senate in Maine. As tensions rise and the clock ticks down to his potential withdrawal, they discuss the implications for the Democratic Party and the broader political landscape. Then, they touch on the current state of the presidential race, where Kamala Harris appears to be leading in the polls, yet betting markets tell a different story. This discrepancy raises questions about the effectiveness of polling and the unpredictable nature of political campaigns. Then lastly, they discuss international politics, including Donald Trump's recent comments on Iran and the complexities of Middle Eastern relations. The chaotic nature of Trump's administration continues to create uncertainty, and they analyze the potential consequences of his decisions on global stability. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
for information about our collection and use of personal data for
advertising.