RealClearPolitics Podcast Is President Donald Trump is Showing His Age?
Nov 26, 2025
Phil Wegmann, the RCP White House correspondent known for his insights on foreign affairs, dives into the controversial leak of a conversation between Envoy Steve Witkoff and his Russian counterpart. He discusses the intra-party divides within the Republican Party regarding Ukraine support and the implications of their foreign policy stance. The conversation also touches on surprising polling data in Tennessee's special election, revealing a tight race that challenges assumptions about voter sentiment.
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Reaction To Joy Reid's Comments
- The hosts play and react to a podcast clip where Joy Reid made racist remarks about Erika Kirk and JD Vance, calling it despicable. They note Reid's past prominence at MSNBC and condemn her comments about a recent widow.
Backlash Against Erica Kirk And Its Tone
- Tom Bevan describes Erica Kirk's public appearance and the backlash she received after her husband's assassination. The hosts emphasize such attacks are racist, cruel, and politically counterproductive.
Republican Foreign Policy Is Shifting
- Phil Wegmann reports internal GOP debates on Ukraine reveal a shift from Bush-era hawkishness toward realpolitik. He says the administration prioritizes ending the war even if hardliners object.
