Episodes

  • Trump Won't Renew His USMCA Trade Deal, as Michigan Gets a New Bridge to Canada

    Trump Won't Renew His USMCA Trade Deal, as Michigan Gets a New Bridge to Canada
    Jul 16 2026
    The White House wants to renegotiate trade terms with Canada and Mexico, creating uncertainty for businesses, including auto makers. Plus, the Gordie Howe Bridge is finally set to open in Detroit, though a crony political intervention was no help. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    28 mins
  • The Supreme Court Wants a Security Upgrade / Todd Blanche's Confirmation Hearings

    The Supreme Court Wants a Security Upgrade / Todd Blanche's Confirmation Hearings
    Jul 15 2026
    Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Elena Kagan testify about rising security threats, as the Court seeks more money from Congress. Plus, acting Attorney General Todd Blanche faces the Senate as he tries to get confirmed to the job permanently. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    27 mins
  • Trump Blockades Iran Again, While Saying the U.S. Will Guard Hormuz

    Trump Blockades Iran Again, While Saying the U.S. Will Guard Hormuz
    Jul 14 2026
    Donald Trump reinstates his naval blockade of Iran and pledges to keep the Strait of Hormuz open, with or without its help. Yet his initial talk of charging a 20% toll confused his message, and if oil prices rise will he make his case to voters? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    25 mins
  • The Legacy of Sen. Lindsey Graham and How Will His Death Affect the Senate?

    The Legacy of Sen. Lindsey Graham and How Will His Death Affect the Senate?
    Jul 13 2026
    Lindsey Graham will be remembered as a man who loved politics and as an advocate for a muscular, principled U.S. foreign policy. Why was he so influential, and what happens in the Senate after losing one of its most consequential members? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    31 mins
  • Michigan’s Democratic Senate Debate / Trump Fires the Election Assistance Commission

    Michigan’s Democratic Senate Debate / Trump Fires the Election Assistance Commission
    Jul 10 2026
    The next test for leftist Democrats is Michigan's race between Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Haley Stevens. Plus, Alaska's top court puts Dan J. Sullivan back on the ballot, as Donald Trump ousts the leaders of the U.S. Election Assistance Commission. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    30 mins
  • Raging Against the Machine, Graham Platner Exits the Maine Senate Race

    Raging Against the Machine, Graham Platner Exits the Maine Senate Race
    Jul 9 2026
    Maine Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner announces he’s leaving the race by denying the allegations against him and railing against establishment Democrats. Plus, GOP donor Ken Griffin says he'd support Marco Rubio over JD Vance for president in 2028. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    28 mins
  • Trump Calls Iran's Leaders 'Scum' and Says the Ceasefire Is ‘Over’

    Trump Calls Iran's Leaders 'Scum' and Says the Ceasefire Is ‘Over’
    Jul 8 2026
    Donald Trump now says talks with Iran are a waste of time, since its leaders are liars and cheats, as the U.S. military hits 80 targets in response to the regime's strikes on ships in the Strait of Hormuz. What are Trump's options for next steps? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    28 mins
  • Democrats Quit Defending Graham Platner After a New Accusation

    Democrats Quit Defending Graham Platner After a New Accusation
    Jul 7 2026
    Graham Platner is reconsidering his Senate campaign in Maine after being accused of forcing himself on a woman in 2021. If he drops out soon, Democrats can pick another nominee, but who? And could any replacement beat Republican Sen. Susan Collins? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    24 mins