The Warning with Steve Schmidt Why June 14th Matters More Than You Think | A Conversation with Congressmen Joe Walsh
May 24, 2025
In conversation with Steve Schmidt, Joe Walsh, a former U.S. Congressman and political commentator, dives into the erosion of America's social contract under Trump. They discuss Trump's defiance against the courts and the significance of protests on June 14th. Walsh critiques current political dynamics while highlighting the need for accountability within Congress. The duo also emphasizes the urgency for the Democratic Party to rethink strategies, particularly on immigration, to better connect with voters and uphold democratic values against rising authoritarianism.
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Renewal Follows Failed Presidencies
- Trump is the worst and most abusive president and that often follows terrible predecessors.
- History shows renewal and reform often succeed failed presidencies, signaling hope.
Joe Walsh on Tea Party Origins
- Joe Walsh reflects on Tea Party origins as a reaction to Bush administration failures before Obama.
- He admits early Tea Party inflamed the base but failed to deliver promised reforms.
Birther Conspiracy Was Nonsense
- The birther conspiracy against Obama was baseless and always nonsense.
- No one publicly called it out early enough which allowed conspiracy theories to grow.