Steve Schmidt

Steve Schmidt, political strategist turned commentator, weighs in with sharp critique and analysis. He challenges Pete Hegseth's temperament and competence. They probe Pentagon transparency, troop movements and escalation risks. Discussion covers messaging failures, Iran mediation, and foreign influence shaping U.S. policy.

Steve Schmidt, a renowned political strategist and former campaign manager for John McCain, joins Tara Palmeri to dissect the shocking 2024 election results. They analyze the Democratic Party's failures, particularly Joe Biden's role and Kamala Harris's missteps in connecting with voters. The conversation sheds light on voter dissatisfaction and critiques the party's lack of a coherent alternative. Finally, they explore the complex relationship between media and politics, highlighting how public perception can shift dramatically and impact electoral outcomes.

Steve Schmidt, former Bush and McCain operative turned outspoken critic of Trump, offers a blistering take. He discusses GOP panic over a potential war with Iran and how it could hurt Republicans. He unpacks the Kristi Noem ad scandal and why Trump turned on her. He also describes the cultlike rituals and optics binding Trump’s circle and the fractured future of MAGA.

Exploring the legal cases against Trump and their impact on 2024 election, incompetent prosecutors may pave way for his return. Analyzing Trump's manipulation tactics, appeal to disenchanted voters, and the role of American voters in shaping his fate.

Steve Schmidt, a political strategist and commentator, discusses the recent antisemitic protests happening on college campuses. He criticizes elite universities for allowing this behavior, highlighting the decay of the nation. He explores the collapse of trust in institutions and the ideological hijacking of elite universities, which has led to extremism and violence. Schmidt highlights the corrupted state of these institutions and its detrimental impact on America, particularly on the intellectual decency of young students.

Steve Schmidt, political strategist and co-founder of the Save America Movement, critiques Sunday morning news coverage. He and Dean grade hosts, call out soft interviews with Trump allies, and spotlight ignored stories from military rhetoric to airport chaos. Expect sharp media accountability and a rundown of the week’s most evasive political moments.

Steve Schmidt, political strategist and organizer against authoritarianism, dissects Pam Bondi's conduct and its fallout for the Justice Department. He calls for accountability and outlines bold political strategy. They also discuss legal precedents and the stakes for civil liberties in America.

Steve Schmidt, political strategist and co-founder of the Save America Movement, offers a bracing take on Trump’s megalomania and how it warped the GOP. He discusses legal and political reckonings, allegations spreading from the Epstein files, and a bold plan to pressure King Charles to skip a U.S. visit. Short, urgent, and confrontational conversation about power, accountability, and political theater.

Steve Schmidt, political strategist and commentator, discusses the disruptions in 2023 and their impact on 2024, Biden Administration's messaging, Democratic challengers, including Dean Philips. They analyze the incompetence of Democrats, the need for effective communication, controversial comments about Kamala Harris, frustration and division in the campaign, and the importance of understanding the current political landscape.

Steve Schmidt, political strategist and Save America Movement co-founder, weighs in on Pam Bondi's ouster and the corrupt optics of Todd Blanche as acting attorney general. He tackles the Epstein files controversy and accountability. They also dissect cultish evangelical praise for Trump and how a shrinking base grows more extreme. The conversation ties firings to distraction from foreign policy and election risks.