Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann discuss today’s launch of President Trump’s new tariff regime and whether Trump and Vladimir Putin will meet in person to talk about the future of the Ukraine War. They also discuss whether Trump’s push for redistricting will have unintended consequences. Plus, they chat about Trump directing the Commerce Department to begin work on a new census that would not count illegal immigrants, with implications for representation in Congress and apportionment of electoral college votes in presidential elections and federal grants. Then finally, Phil Wegmann interviews Republican Senator Tim Scott of South Carolina about why he opposes a stock trading ban for members of Congress and his views of Trump’s involvement in cryptocurrency.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss President Trump’s claim that he was debanked by major New York financial institutions due to pressure from Biden-era bank regulators. They also talk about crime in the nation’s capital which has led Trump to threaten a possible federal takeover of Washington, DC. Then, they discuss President Trump’s statement yesterday that he considers Vice President J.D. Vance the heir apparent to the MAGA movement. And, they chat about the expanding battle over redistricting as more states threaten to change their congressional maps in response to Texas. Then finally, they talk about Glenn Kessler, the Washington Post editor who has written “The Fact Checker” column since 2011 and his new piece for Substack about his decision to take a buy-out and leave the paper. And winding it up, Andrew talks with historian Jay Cost of the American Enterprise Institute about why Congress takes the summer off and whether members will continue to hold town halls in their districts.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann discuss attorney general Pam Bondi’s decision to order a federal prosecutor to prepare evidence for a grand jury looking into Obama administration officials and their handling of intelligence about Russia’s role in the 216 election. And they talk about the House Oversight Committee which today issued subpoenas for Hillary Clinton, Bill Clinton, Merrick Garland, Bill Barr and others as they investigate Jeffrey Epstein. Then, they discuss Senator Elizabeth Warren’s endorsement of New York Democratic mayoral candidate Zohran Mandami, while other prominent Democrats demure. Plus, they talk about Jim Acosta holding an on-air conversation with an artificial intelligence generated version of one of the students killed in the Parkland school shooting in 2018, Joaquin Oliver. According to Acosta, “I really felt like I was speaking with Joaquin. It’s just a beautiful thing.” Next, Tom talks to RCP contributor and lawyer Richard Porter about what redistricting in Texas may mean if California, New York and other states follow suit. Then RCP contributor Maggie Miller talks to psychologist and lead investigator Christopher J. Ferguson about a recent piece in RealClearInvestigations that looks at “dopamine addiction” claims surrounding social media. Are we really addicted to our phones, or is that a myth?

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss Texas Democratic legislators who left the state in order to avoid a vote on a Republican redistricting plan that could lead to the GOP picking up five House seats in the 2026 midterms. They also talk about Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC) who says she’ll run for Governor in South Carolina, and former University of Tennessee football coach Derek Dooley who announced he'll run for Senate in Georgia. Then, they discuss President Trump’s decision to fire the commissioner of the Bureau of Labor Statistics after she released numbers on Friday that showed job creation slowing over the past few months, including a downward revision in past month’s figures. Plus, a report in The Wall Street Journal which reveals that China has been choking off the supply of rare earth minerals to Western defense companies as part of the trade war between Beijing and Washington. Next, Tom talks to Mark Cadin, CEO of Finseca, about Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s recent statement that the president’s new “Trump Accounts” for newborns will allow Americans to build long-term wealth and are “a backdoor for privatizing Social Security". And finally, Andrew joins former New York Times Pentagon correspondent Thom Shanker, former Undersecretary For Public Diplomacy James Glassman and Middle East Broadcast Networks president and CEO Jeffrey Gedmin for a panel discussion on public diplomacy and overseas broadcasting hosted by The Project for Media and National Security at George Washington University.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss new jobs data from the Labor Department that show the labor market is slowing. And, they talk about Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-IA) who released newly declassified documents related to the Trump/Russia investigation including conversations between the Hillary Clinton campaign and George Soros’ Open Society Foundation. Next, they discuss President Trump’s plans to break ground in September on a new $200 million ballroom for the White House, and they give up their “You Cannot Be Serious” stories for the week. Then, Part 1: RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann talks with Neera Tanden, President of the Center for American Progress and a key presidential aide during the Biden Administration, about her recent article for The Wall Street Journal, “How Democrats Can Win on Immigration". And, Part 2: RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann talks with Neera Tanden about the symbolism of Alligator Alcatraz and her recent testimony before the House Oversight Committee on staff use of the autopen during the Biden Administration. Tanden is currently president of the Center for American Progress. She was director of the United States Domestic Policy Council from 2023 to 2025 and staff secretary to President Joe Biden from 2021 to 2023.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss former Vice President Kamala Harris’ decision not to run for governor of California and her announcement today of her new campaign memoir, 107 Days. And, they talk about new polling from Gallup that shows Democrats have regained their advantage when it comes to party affiliation, even as the party’s favorability rating among voters remains at a historic low. Then, they discuss Trump’s tariff policies, including today’s announcement of a 90-day extension for Mexico and a promise to use tariffs to punish Canada for backing Palestinian statehood. Plus, a federal appeals court begins today to consider a case that challenges Trump’s ability to unilaterally impose tariffs, while the Senate advances a bill that would ban Congress, the Vice President and the President from trading individual stocks. Next, Tom Bevan talks to Ausin Berg, Executive Director of the Chicago Policy Center and author of The New Chicago Way about Mayor Brandon Johnson’s proposal for a “corporate head tax" in Chicago to help close the city’s $1.1 billion dollar budget deficit. The tax would charge large corporations for each individual they employs within the city. And lastly, Andrew Walworth talks to presidential historian Tevi Troy about Joe Biden’s forthcoming memoir, the $10 million dollar advance the former president received for it, and why he predicts the book will make for dull reading.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss New Jersey Senator Corey Booker’s tirade on the Senate floor attacking fellow Democrats for cooperating with President Trump. And, they talk about some new data on the U.S. economy which shows strength in the second quarter, but critics say that Trump’s tariffs make it hard to get a real reading on the economy’s performance. Then, they discuss a report from NBC News that Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth is considering leaving his Pentagon post to run for governor of Tennessee in 2026. Plus, they chat about some House Republicans who want to rename the Kennedy Center “The Donald J. Trump Center For Performing Arts”. Next, Tom talks to RCP senior elections analyst Sean Trende about Texas Republicans' proposal to redraw the state’s congressional map to gain as many as five seats in the 2026 midterms. And lastly, Carl talks to Democratic lawyer Lanny Davis about why he thinks the Democratic Party should encourage open primaries and allow independents to participate in primary voting.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss Monday’s mass shooting in midtown and its political impact of New York on the city’s mayoral race. And, they discuss Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu disagreeing on the severity of the food crisis in Gaza. What has been the role of misleading and fake images in shaping public opinion? Then, they talk about a New York Times report that Harvard is the next Ivy League school to consider settling with the federal government over accusations of violating civil rights laws, one week after Columbia University agreed to pay $220 million to reinstate its federal grants and end investigations. Plus, they chat about the controversy over a new set of ads from American Eagle featuring actress Sydney Sweeney. Critics have denounced the ads for including what they see as racist dog whistles, while supporters say the commercials signal the “death of woke advertising”. And finally, Carl talks to former congressman Brad Carson, head of Americans for Responsible Innovation, about President Trump’s “AI Action Plan” and how regulation of artificial intelligence will help shape America’s future economy and security.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann discuss the latest news from President Trump’s trip to Scotland. And, they talk about former North Carolina governor Roy Cooper entering the race for the Senate, providing Democrats with a potential pick-up in 2026. Then, they discuss a Boston judge’s decision to stop the government from defunding Planned Parent. And, Phil Wegmann reports on his trip to interview Governor Ron DeSantis at the Florida detainee center known as “Alligator Alcatraz". Next, Phil Wegmann interviews Florida governor Ron DeSantis outside of Alligator Alcatraz. And lastly, RCP contributor Charlie Stone talks to Google Chief Strategist Neil Hoyne on the future of artificial intelligence, how it should be regulated, and what it will mean for young job seekers in the future.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Heather Wilhelm of National Review discuss polls released today by The Wall Street Journal and Gallup, and what they tell us about Trump’s current standing with American voters. They also talk about the White House shifting strategy on the Epstein Files and President Trump’s new executive order that attempts to set standards for “name, image and likeness” payments for college athletes. Plus, they have the "You Can't Be Serious" stories of the week. Next, Maggie Miller talks to RealClear Investigations editor J. Pedar Zane about his most recent commentary on the lure of artificial companionship and its implications for human relationships and society. And finally, Carl Cannon talks to legal scholar Harry Litman about Donald Trump’s lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal.

Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon, and Phil Wegmann discuss the latest developments in the Russiagate story, whether people will go to jail and whether pursuing criminal charges is good for the country. They also talk about the season 27 premier of South Park, which features crude but funny takedowns of Donald Trump, NPR, CBS News and Paramount. Then finally, Phil Wegmann interviews Michigan Democrat Senator Elissa Slotkin on how Democrats can find their way back to winning.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss today’s release of new Russiagate documents by DNI Tulsi Gabbard, President Trump’s accusation that President Obama’s involvement rises to the level of sedition, and Obama’s response. They also talk about Speaker Mike Johnson’s decision to adjourn the House early in order to stem demands from within his own party for more transparency on the Jeffery Epstein files. And they discuss Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s remarks this morning indicating that President Trump would not seek to replace him at the Federal Reserve before his term expires. Plus, the White House announces a new plan for artificial intelligence, including a recommendation that the AI used by the government should be “objective and free from top-down ideological bias". And then lastly, RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann talks to Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (D – WA). They discuss her efforts to require the House Ethics Committee to develop standards to determine if members of Congress are experiencing cognitive decline. Concerning the auto-pen controversy surrounding former President Biden, she says, "what I have heard concerns me".

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss Hunter Biden’s three-hour YouTube interview and Rahm Emanuel’s appearance on the Megyn Kelly show, and what each says about the future of the Democratic Party. They also talk about Stephen Colbert’s comments about President Trump following CBS’ decision to cancel The Late Show. Plus, The Wall Street Journal will not be included in the press pool for the President’s upcoming trip to Scotland, due to what White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt called, “fake and defamatory conduct” related to its coverage of President Trump’s relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. Next, Carl Cannon talks to RealClear Investigations reporter Aaron Mate about his recent article dissecting new information provided by Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard. And finally, Andrew Walworth talks to RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann about his recent article on the newly installed Director of the Office of Personnel and Management, Scot Kupor and the legacy and impact of Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the Democratic Party’s new report assessing the 2024 campaign, and whether the party is gleaning the right lessons from their loss. They also talk about the release of new documents concerning Russian influence in American elections released by Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard. Plus, they discuss the rise of mayoral candidate and Democratic Socialist Omar Fateh and his endorsement by the Minneapolis Farm Labor Party and, Donald Trump saying he will hold up a new stadium deal if the Washington Commanders do not revert to calling the team “The Redskins". Then finally, RCP contributor Maggie Miller talks to RealClear Investigations writer Ana Kasparian about Los Angeles’ ballooning police overtime budget and the unintended fallout from efforts to defund the LAPD.

Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon and Phil Wegmann discuss the latest on the Epstein files, including the WSJ's new story and Trump's threat to sue them. They also talk about the story of the new 'Maryland Man', a VOA employee who threatened to kill Marjorie Taylor Green and her family. Plus, the cancelling of Stephen Colbert and The Late Show, as well as the "You Can't Be Serious" stories of the week. Next, Carl Cannon talks to RCP contributor Peter Berkowitz about the Declaration of Independence. And finally, Andrew Walworth talks to economic historian Phillip W. Magness about his new book, The 1619 Project Myth, which refutes many of the claims of the controversial New York Times project.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the latest on the Epstein files, and why Democrats and the mainstream media have joined MAGA in asking for answers. They also talk about the Senate vote to rescind federal funding for public broadcasting, and a new poll asks Americans whether they feel that the Trump administration’s policies have helped or hurt them so far. Next, Tom Bevan talks to RCP contributor Richard Porter about a memo obtained by The Federalist, from federal judge James Boasberg to Chief Justice John Roberts and other judges worrying “that the Administration would disregard rulings of federal courts leading to a constitutional crisis". And finally, Carl Cannon talks to RCP contributor Eric Spitz about the “Big Beautiful Bill” and what it means for future legislators’ ability to reduce the national debt.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss who is up and who is down according to just-released second quarter campaign finance reports submitted to the Federal Elections Committee. And, they talk about New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mandami visiting DC today for a closed door breakfast with AOC and meetings with House and Senate Democratic leaders. Then, they discuss the results of the special primary election in Arizona’s seventh district which Adelita Grijalva, daughter of the late Raul Grijalva, won handily. Plus, Hunter Biden taped a podcast with former DNC Chair Jaime Harrison, where he said Democrats “lost the last election because we did not remain loyal to the leader of the party”. Next, Carl Cannon talks with RealClear Pennsylvania editor Charles McElwee about why both Vice President Vance and President Trump have visited Pennsylvania this week. And finally, RCP Contributor Maggie Miller talks with RealClear Investigations writer Paul Sperry about his recent article on what newly declassified CIA documents reveal about the Steele Dossier, which played a critical role in the US intelligence community’s report on whether Russia interfered in the 2016 election to help Donald Trump.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss Andrew Cuomo’s announcement that he will run as an independent candidate in November’s mayor’s race. And, they talk about the Supreme Court releasing an unsigned decision that allows the Trump administration to lay off 1,400 employees at the Department of Education, paving the way for a significant reduction in the agency. Then, they discuss Alan Dershowitz's recent statements on the government’s treatment of the Jeffrey Epstein files, and California governor Gavin Newsom sitting down with conservative podcaster Shawn Ryan. Next, Andrew Walworth and Carl Cannon talk with RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann about Trump’s decision to provide weapons to Ukraine, and how this policy compares to that of Joe Biden. And lastly, Tom Bevan talks to Karrin Taylor Robson, who is locked in a fight with Rep. Andy Biggs for the 2026 GOP nomination for governor of Arizona.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the political and cultural impact of the attempted assassination of Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania, one year ago. They also talk about President Biden’s weekend social media post that “nobody cares” about Jeffrey Epstein. Plus, a New York Times article on President Biden’s use of the autopen to grant thousands of pardons and commutations at the end of his term raises more questions than it answers. Next, Carl Cannon talks with John Hood, president of the John William Pope Foundation and co-leader of the Freedom Conservative project about his recent RCP piece on how conservatives should view the passage of Trump’s budget bill. And finally, RCP contributor Charlie Stone talks to Dr. Marshall Shepherd, meteorologist and director of the University of Georgia's Atmospheric Science Program, about the recent floods in Central Texas and what can be done in the future to avoid loss of life.

Andrew Walworth, Carl Cannon and Emily Jashinsky, host of the new podcast “After Party,” discuss whether recent Trump decisions on immigration and the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files will hurt his base supporters. They also talk about Elon Musk and problems this week with his AI platform Grok, which posted anti-Semitic comments. Will artificial intelligence emerge as a political issue in 2026 and beyond? Plus, they have the “You Cannot Be Serious” stories for the week. Next, Andrew Walworth and Carl Cannon talk with presidential historian Tevi Troy about the connection between U.S. presidents and Iran, and whether the two countries can ever restore normal relations. And then, Maggie Miller talks with Realclear Investigations writer Ben Weingarten about his recent article on how the Trump Administration wants to change who is included in the U.S. census, and why leaving illegal aliens out of the count could alter the balance of power in the House and affect who wins the presidency.