RealClearPolitics Podcast

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss Vice President JD Vance’s role as chief negotiator in this weekend’s talks to end the Iran War, and President Donald Trump’s social media post attacking Megyn Kelly, Tucker Carlson and other podcasters who have criticized U.S. and Israeli strategy in Iran. Then, Democratic political strategist Lanny Davis joins the guys to discuss his new book "Finding the Third Way: Lessons in the Politics of Civility from My Journey Through History". Next, they discuss tonight’s splashdown of NASA’s Artemis space capsule and the significance of the 10-day mission around the moon. And of course, they each give up their “You Cannot Be Serious” stories of the week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Peter Berkowitz of the Hoover Institution joins Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon to discuss the ceasefire in Iran, the next steps in negotiations between Tehran and Washington and whether this is a “strategic pause” or the beginning of the end of the war. Then, they talk about the Democratic National Committee’s meeting in New Orleans and The Rev. Al Sharpton’s National Action Network’s convention in New York City, both of which begin today. And finally, they discuss a new proposal from Rep. Alexandria Ocasio Cortez (D-NY) and Sen. Bernie Sanders (D-VT) to place a moratorium on the construction of new data centers, and the effects of “Islamification” in Britain and what it may portend for America. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the ceasefire in Iran, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth’s press conference this morning, and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte starting a three-day visit to America today scheduling meetings with Secretary of State Marco Rubio and President Donald Trump, amid strained relations between the U.S. and its European allies. Then, they discuss the results of yesterday’s special congressional election in Georgia’s 14th district and the political impact of new allegations of sexual harassment against Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-CA) who is running for governor of California. Swalwell denies the charges. Plus, they talk about Medicare hospice fraud in California which involves hundreds of millions of dollars. Next, they discuss Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s release of New York’s “Racial Equity Plan” and his decision to delay free bus service for at least a year. And finally, they chat about CBS announcing the replacement for the soon to be canceled “The Late Show with Steven Colbert". Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the countdown to President Donald Trump’s 8 PM ET deadline for a resolution to the War in Iran, and what steps the U.S. might take if the Iranians do not comply. Also, Vice President JD Vance is in Hungary where he spoke about what comes next in the Middle East. Next, they discuss President Trump’s endorsement of Steve Hilton for governor of California yesterday, and today’s special election in Georgia’s 14th congressional district, where voters are deciding who will replace retired Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene. Then, they talk about Homeland Secretary Markwayne Mullin who said last night on Fox News that he would consider withdrawing customs officials from airports in sanctuary jurisdictions, which would disrupt international travel to major U.S. airports such as Chicago, Boston, New York, Los Angeles, Seattle, and Philadelphia. And finally they look at a new in-depth piece from The New Yorker, examining the career and character of Sam Altman, CEO of Open AI, a leader in the field of artificial intelligence. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss President Donald Trump’s social media post from this weekend on Iran, the rescue mission that extracted two U.S. pilots, and today’s White House press conference. Next, Washington Post columnist Henry Olsen joins the guys to discuss the role of the Hispanic vote in the 2026 midterms. Then, they discuss next week’s parliamentary elections in Hungary, and what it may mean for the future of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. And finally, they talk about the Easter greeting on Sunday given by the crew of the Artemis Space Mission, tonight’s National College Basketball Championship, and this week’s PGA Masters Tournament. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon and Richard Porter discuss Pam Bondi's firing and her possible replacement. Then, Timothy Goeglein joins the crew to discuss his new book, "What Really Matters". And finally, they talk about Pope Leo's recent statements about the war and of course they pick their "You Cannot Be Serious" stories of the week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss last night’s address to the nation by President Trump on the Iran War, and today’s news that Trump may be replacing Attorney General Pam Bondi with EPA Administrator and former representative from New York, Lee Zeldin. Then, retired US Air Force General John Teichert joins the guys to discuss his recent article in RCP advocating airstrikes against Iran’s energy assets and the future of U.S. participation in NATO following the conclusion on the Iran War. Next, they discuss the first anniversary of President Trump’s announcement of “Liberation Day” and the one-year record of the Trump Administration’s tariff policies. And finally they talk about a new article by Chris Ruffo entitled, “Gavin Newsom’s Empire of Fraud,” where Russo claims that California has lost at least $180 billion to what he calls ”massive, systematic, brazen fraud” during Newsom’s term as governor. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon preview tonight’s Oval Office address by President Trump, where he is expected to talk about the Iran War and future relations with NATO. Also, a look ahead at the launch of Artemis II, the manned NASA mission to the dark side of the moon scheduled for launch tonight. Then, RealClear Investigations reporter Paul Thacker joins the guys to discuss today’s Supreme Court arguments on birthright citizenship. President Trump made history by being the first sitting U.S. President to attend in person oral arguments at the Court. Next, they talk about reaction to The Chicago Bulls decision to release NBA guard Jade Ivey following his social media posts critical of the NBA for its support of Gay Pride Month and other activities that Bulls management labeled “conduct detrimental to the team.” Plus, they discuss Democrats trying to deal with progressive social media influencer Hasan Piker, who has amassed a large and attentive audience of young people but has been accused by moderates within the party of being antisemitic and anti-American. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann discuss this morning’s press conference held by Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and the latest on the War in Iran. Also, a new video shows the first images of the Trump Presidential Library, which will be built in Miami. Next, Joe Abraham, father of Katie Abraham who was killed when an intoxicated illegal immigrant slammed into the back of the car she was riding in while stopped at a red light, joins the guys to discuss his recent testimony before the U.S. Senate and the reaction of Illinois’ political leadership to his 20-year-old daughter’s tragic death. Then, they talk about a new bill passed in Washington State yesterday that places a 9.9 percent tax on incomes over $1 million. Plus, they discuss the Chicago Bulls releasing player Jade Ivey following his social media posts critical of the NBA for its support of Gay Pride Month and other activities management labeled “conduct detrimental to the team.” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the latest developments in the War in Iran and this weekend’s "No Kings" demonstrations. Then, they talk about dissent within the Republican Congressional leadership over the partial government shutdown and reports that FBI Director Kash Patel may be preparing to release government files concerning Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-CA) and his connection with an alleged Chinese fundraiser, a move Swalwell has called “a personal vendetta” aimed at derailing his bid for the governorship of California. And finally, they discuss a Politico profile of Rahm Emanuel and Duke’s stunning loss to UConn, allowing UConn to advance to the Final Four in the 2026 NCAA Mens’ Basketball Tournament. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.