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- Today50 min
Gavin Newsom’s Political Battle: Investigations, Corruption, and Consequences
In this episode of RCP, national political correspondent Susan Crabtree joins Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon to discuss California Governor Gavin Newsom’s announcement yesterday that he and his wife are the subject of a federal investigation, which he claims is politically motivated. Also, Los Angeles mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt may not be on the ballot in November, but promises to remain an active critic of the two Democratic candidates who made the run-off. Then, RCP White House correspondent Carolina Lumetta joins Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon to discuss how Vice President JD Vance has emerged as the most public administration spokesman on the Iran ceasefire process, how this may affect his political future, and the publication of his new book, Communion: Finding my Way Back to Faith. Wrapping up with Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discussing today’s Democratic primary election for mayor in Washington DC, where Democratic Socialist Janeese Lewis George is one of two leading contenders. Also today, DC Democrats will nominate a new Congressional delegate, as Eleanor Holmes Norton is not running again at the age of 89 after representing the District since 1991. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- Yesterday50 min
Trump, Iran, and the UFC: A Wild Week in Politics
In this episode of RCP, Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the latest on ceasefire negotiations in the Iran War, last night’s UFC matches at the White House, and the progressive movement’s counter-programming to the UFC event. Then, we turn to the significance of President Trump’s 80th birthday, Elon Musk’s status as the world’s first on-paper trillionaire and the response of Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) and Sen. Bernie Sanders (D-VT.) Wrapping up with a discussion on tomorrow’s GOP senate primary in Georgia and American fans reaction so far to the 2026 World Cup. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 4 days ago50 min
Midterms, Mayhem, and Misinformation: The 2026 Election Landscape
In this episode, Tom Bevan, co-founder and president of RealClearPolitics, is joined by Sean Trendy, senior elections analyst, and Josh Kroshauer, editor-in-chief of Jewish Insider, to dive deep into the midterm elections landscape just five months out from the big day. They kick off with an analysis of Trump's job approval ratings and the ongoing economic challenges, including inflation and gas prices, and how these factors are shaping voter sentiment. The conversation shifts to the Republican Party's struggles and whether they can regain momentum as they head toward the House and Senate races. Throughout the episode, they dissect key battlegrounds, including Maine, Ohio, and Texas, while highlighting the potential impact of candidate quality and grassroots movements on election outcomes. With insights into the dynamics of swing voters and party loyalty, this episode is a must-listen for anyone wanting to understand the current political climate as we approach the midterms. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 5 days ago50 min
The House Slips Up on FISA
Tom Bevan, Richard Porter and RCP White House Correspondent Carolina Lumetta discuss the House GOP's failure to pass the FISA extension, Trump's comment that he "loves the inflation," and the press's preview of the UFC "Claw" on the South Lawn of the White House. Then, Tom, Richard and Emily Jashinsky discuss the CEO of ActBlue taking the 5th Amendment 21 times in yesterday's House testimony. They also chat about the new excerpt from Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan's new book on the Trump administration featuring the crisis over its handling of the Epstein Files. Then finally, they talk about the start of the World Cup, the GOP's 6th straight win in the Congressional baseball game, and the Knicks' historic comeback in Game 4 of the NBA Finals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 6 days ago50 min
Graham Platner’s Victory in the Maine Democratic Senate Primary
Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss Graham Platner’s victory in yesterday’s Maine Democratic senate primary and look at the GOP gubernatorial and senate primary results in South Carolina. Also, they take a look at a new AI attack ad running today in Texas against Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico, and what it may portend for political advertising in the 2026 midterms. Next, RCP columnist and Hoover Institution fellow Peter Berkowitz joins the guys to discuss the latest developments in the Iran War, and strains in US/Israeli relations. Then finally, they discuss reactions to the sentencing of black high school student Karmelo Anthony, who received a 35-year sentence for the murder of 17-year-old white student Austin Metcalf in a Texas courtroom. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 1 weeks ago50 min
The Maine Democratic Senate Primary
Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss today’s Maine Democratic senate primary, and what it may mean for the Democratic Party nationally in the 2026 midterms. And, they take a look at the GOP gubernatorial and senate primary being held today in South Carolina. Next, RCP National Political Correspondent Susan Crabtree joins the guys to discuss the counting of votes in California’s primaries. Then, the guys discuss threats to Supreme Court justices, including the recent “swatting” of Justice Amy Coney Barrett. And finally, they chat about President Trump attending Game 3 of the NBA playoffs at Madison Square Garden last night where the New York Knicks lost to the San Antonio Spurs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 1 weeks ago50 min
The Counting of Votes in California’s Primaries
Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the counting of votes in California’s primaries. In the Los Angeles mayor’s race, challenger Spencer Pratt has fallen to third place behind incumbent Karen Bass and City Council member Nithya Raman. Also, a look at tomorrow’s Maine Democratic Senate primary, where controversial candidate Graham Platner is expected to win and face incumbent Republican Susan Collins in the November general election. Then, Prineha Narang, Professor in Physical Sciences and Electrical and Computer Engineering at UCLA joins the guys to discuss her recent RCP article on AI and America’s military and what the recent dispute between AI company Anthropic and the Pentagon may mean for the U.S./China competition for military technological dominance. Next, they discuss President Donald Trump’s appearance Sunday on “Meet The Press” where he walked off the set after host Kristen Welker pressed him on accusations of election fraud. And lastly, they talk about former “Sixty Minutes” correspondent Scott Pelley’s interview to the New York Times this weekend where he said the program “is on fire” and that CBS News editor-in-chief Bari Weiss “doesn’t know what she is doing.” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 1 weeks ago48 min
Best of Real Clear Politics
BLOCK A Retired Air Force General John Teichert joins Andrew Walworth, Carl Cannon and Richard Porter to discuss the latest on the Iran War, including ongoing ceasefire negotiations and Monday’s U.S. bombing of Iranian targets near the Straits of Hormuz. BLOCK B Documentary filmmaker Hannah Puder joins Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon to discuss her new short film “Operation Arnon,” which tells the story of a rescue mission to free four Israeli hostages held by Hamas after the October 7th attack. BLOCK C Ajit Pai, former FCC Chair and president and CEO of CTIA, the trade association that represents the wireless communications industry, joins Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon to discuss the FCC’s role in regulating broadcast content, including late night programming. Also, a look at artificial intelligence and technological competition with China. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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