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Biden's Farewell Interview Jan 09, 2025

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Andrew Walworth, Carl Cannon and RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann discuss Susan Page’s USA Today interview with outgoing President Joe Biden, who claims he could have beaten Donald Trump in November and regrets not doing more to counter disinformation. They also talk about Meta’s decision to end third-party fact checking for its social media platforms and California Governor Gavin Newsom’s proposal to reserve $25 million for legal fees to help his state fight the federal government under Donald Trump. Next, RealClear Investigations writer Aaron Mate talks with Carl Cannon about massive redactions made to the FBI’s recently released report on the agency’s probe of claims that President Donald Trump was a Russian agent. And finally, Charles McElwee, Editor of RealClear Pennsylvania, and Andrew Walworth discuss next steps in the saga over Nippon Steel’s plans to acquire U.S. Steel, a merger that has been denied by the Biden Administration. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Trump's "Gulf of America" Press Conference Jan 08, 2025

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Andrew Walworth, Carl Cannon and RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann discuss today’s press conference by President-Elect Donald Trump where he talked about the Panama Canal, January 6th pardons, Middle East hostages and other issues. They also take a look at the status of current legal actions against Trump. Next, they discuss who Governor Ron DeSantis is considering to replace Marco Rubio as Florida’s next senator and, on its first day in session, the new U.S. Congress passes the Laken Riley Act aimed at cracking down on illegal immigrants who commit crimes. Plus, they chat about legacy of President Jimmy Carter who is lying in state at the Capitol. Then finally, Andrew welcomes James Freeman, assistant editor of The Wall Street Journal's editorial page and author of the weekday “Best of the Web” column, to discuss Greenland’s future. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Certification of Election Results on Capitol Hill Jan 07, 2025

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Andrew Walworth is joined by RCP Senior Elections Analyst Sean Trende and RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann to discuss today’s certification of election results on Capitol Hill, as well as the future of pardons for the January 6th defendants. Then, they talk about the announcement by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau that he is resigning as head of the Liberal Party and how that will affect US/Canadian relations in the future. Next, they chat about what happens next on Capitol Hill concerning legislation dealing with immigration, taxes and energy. And they take a look at President Biden’s visit to New Orleans today to meet with victims of the recent terrorist attack in the French Quarter. Then, wrapping it up, RCP contributor Charlie Stone interviews Jon Long and Ford Fischer, the creators of the documentary “Fight Like Hell,” which chronicles the events leading up to and including January 6, 2021. The documentary (https://www.fightlikehellmovie.org/) features never-before-seen footage and attempts to cover J6 without bias. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The New House Speaker and Senate Majority Leader Jan 04, 2025

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Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the drama behind today’s vote for Speaker in the House and they look at Senator John Thune (R-SD), the new Senate Majority Leader. They also talk about Thursday’s recognition by Joe Biden of former Rep. Liz Cheney for her role in investigating Donald Trump and the activities of January 6th and the GOP reaction. Plus, Thursday’s New York Times article on the increasing threat of danger for New York City subway riders, and U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy says alcoholic beverages should carry cancer warnings to increase awareness that drinking is now a leading cause of preventable cancer. Then finally, Tom Bevan talks to commentator Stephen Moore about President Biden’s announcement that he will stop the $15 billion takeover of U.S. Steel by the Japanese company Nippon Steel. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Terrorism Attacks in New Orleans and Las Vegas Jan 03, 2025

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Andrew Walworth, Carl Cannon and RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann discuss the recent attacks in New Orleans and Las Vegas and the policy challenges posed by domestic terrorism. They also talk about the start of the 119th Congress and the future of Mike Johnson’s speakership. Plus, a look at the upcoming confirmation hearings for Trump’s most controversial cabinet choices. Next, Carl Cannon talks with RCP Contributor J. Peder Zane about his latest RCP article on what legacy media can do right in the year ahead. And finally, Andrew Walworth talks to Geoffrey Pohanka, chairman of Pohanka Automotive Group and past chair of the National Automobile Dealers Association about how “range anxiety” affects the adoption of electric vehicles and how Trump’s policies may change the auto industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

FLASHBACK SHOW: Best of RCP Jan 02, 2025

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First - Andrew Walworth and Carl Cannon interview political scientist Lara Brown on Biden’s legacy. Then, Andrew talks to Jay Bhatacharia who is a Professor of Medicine at Stanford University and a research associate at the National Bureau of Economics Research. They have a discussion about free speech. Next, Tom Bevan chats with author and political scientist Charles Lipson on big winners and losers of the past year. And finally, Carl speaks with Columnist Miranda Devine on winning the Samizdat award. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A Year in Review - 2024 Dec 31, 2024

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Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon look back at 2024 to discuss the most important political stories of the year. Then, they talk about the event, story or trend that most surprised them in the year just past. Next, they discuss the reporters and columnists who provided great coverage or commentary in 2024. And winding it up, they talk about the political winners and losers of the year, and look forward to who is positioned to gain political ground in 2025. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Does the Fight Over Visas for Tech Workers Indicate a Deeper Division Within the Trump Coalition? Dec 28, 2024

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Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann discuss whether an online fight over visas for tech workers indicates a deeper division within the Trump coalition. Also, a look at President Biden’s job approval ratings as he prepares to leave office. Plus, they talk about February’s contest to see who will head the Democratic Party, and a look ahead at the current contenders for the 2028 Democratic presidential nomination. Next, Tom Bevan talks with RCP Contributor Charles H. Lipson, professor emeritus of political science at the University of Chicago, reviewing the ups and downs of politics in 2024. And finally, Andrew Walworth talks to Jerry Rogers, Editor of RealClear Health and RealClear Policy about what Trump nominees Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Jay Bhattacharya and others will mean for healthcare policy in 2025. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Will Rep. Mike Johnson’s Speakership Survive 2025? Dec 27, 2024

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Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann discuss recent reports that House Republicans are complaining to President-Elect Donald Trump about Speaker Johnson’s performance. But is there anyone who can replace him? They also talk about a recent interview by Tucker Carlson of Teamster President Sean O’Brien who says Harris told Teamsters “I’m going to win with or without you.” Plus, a look at Donald Trump’s Christmas Eve message to 37 death row inmates issued clemency by Joe Biden and a new poll that shows seven out of ten Democrats are consuming less news in the wake of the election and declining ratings for CNN and MSBC. Then finally, Andrew Walworth talks to RealClear Education editor Nathan Harden about President Biden’s recent activity around student loans, including a decision to provide additional relief to public sector workers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

FLASHBACK SHOW - Best of RCP Dec 25, 2024

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First, Tom Bevan talks to RCP contributor Richard Porter about the hit movie Gladiator II, and whether it is an allegory for Donald Trump’s political comeback. Then, Carl Cannon talks to Tevi Troy, senior fellow at the Ronald Regan Institute and the author of "The Power and the Money: The Epic Clashes Between Commanders in Chief and Titans of Industry” about what Joe Biden can get done in the less than seven weeks left in his presidency. Next, Andrew Walworth talks to author James Piereson about his New Criterion article on why Trump’s new Department of Government Efficiency should target the N.E.D., and why it's so hard to shut down any government-funded operation. And finally, Andrew Walworth talks to Wall Street Journal columnist William Galston about the future of the N.E.D., which is reportedly targeted by Trump’s new Department of Government Efficiency for elimination. 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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