Beverly Hallberg

Beverly Hallberg, Republican communications consultant who advises on media and TV strategy, and Bill de Blasio, former New York City mayor and Democratic politician. They spar over Minneapolis ICE withdrawals, debate tone and authenticity in political messaging, discuss Don Lemon’s church incident and legal questions, and weigh U.S. approaches to Iran and border policy.

John Michael Raasch, U.S. political reporter who broke the Noem ad story. Beverly Hallberg, GOP communications strategist with media expertise. Madeline Summerville, Democratic communications strategist and former speechwriter. They discuss Kristi Noem’s $220M ad controversy and fallout. They analyze Trump’s furious reaction, potential replacements like Markwayne Mullin, and how political messaging and war briefings shape public perception.

This discussion features Steven Olikara, a Democratic strategist and CEO of Bridge Entertainment Labs, and Beverly Hallberg, a GOP media strategist and president of District Media Group. They dive into the emotional reactions surrounding the East Wing demolition, exploring its symbolic implications and the controversy of private funding for renovations. The guests also dissect Trump's comments about the new ballroom, the potential corruption of pay-to-play, and how the demolition reflects broader political polarization, offering insights into the NYC mayoral race and shutdown politics.

Join Jim Kennedy, a seasoned Democratic strategist with a rich history as a spokesman for high-profile politicians, and Beverly Hallberg, a sharp Republican communications expert, as they dissect the current political landscape. They tackle Trump's fiery remarks about Nancy Pelosi, analyze the implications of the New York mayoral results, and debate the ongoing government shutdown. Plus, they reflect on the lessons learned from midterms and discuss the effects of Medicare's decisions on GLP-1 drugs. It's a lively discussion on today's pressing political issues!

Frank O'Brien, a Democratic strategist and author focused on the electoral landscape, joins Beverly Hallberg, a GOP strategist and media coach, along with veteran journalist Jill Abramson, former executive editor of The New York Times. They explore Trump's controversial tariffs on China and discuss the implications of a ceasefire deal in Gaza. The panel also analyzes the potential impact of federal shutdowns on political messaging, debates the future of conservatism under Trumpism, and shares insights on Trump's public persona and health.