RealClearPolitics Podcast

They recount a town-hall attack on Rep. Ilhan Omar and the security and political fallout that followed. They parse the president's reaction and debates over local and federal responsibility. They examine U.S. strategy toward Venezuela, Cuba and Iran and a high-profile Senate appearance. They cover a White House push for child savings accounts and recent major layoffs affecting the job market.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss whether a compromise is possible when it comes to ICE enforcement in Minneapolis. And, Senate Democrats are now promising to shut down the government this Friday if funding for ICE and Customs and Border Protection is included in the federal budget. Next, they talk about President Donald Trump’s appearance in Iowa, where he talks about affordability. And, they talk about Alex Vindman, a key figure in the 2019 impeachment case against President Trump, announcing his bid for the Democratic nomination for Senator in Florida. Then, they chat about Kanye West’s full-page ad in yesterday’s Wall Street Journal where he blamed his antisemitic remarks on a bipolar disorder resulting from a brain injury suffered more than two decades ago. Then finally, they discuss President Trump skipping the Super Bowl because he doesn’t like Bad Bunny and Green Day, and Neil Young who pulled his catalogue from Amazon in protest against Jeff Bezos and is providing a year’s worth of music and video for free to the people of Greenland. 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 announcement that Border Czar Tom Holman will go to Minneapolis to weigh in on ICE activities in the wake of the second shooting of a civilian involved in an ongoing ICE operation. Then, former U.S. Ambassador to Denmark Richard Swett joins the guys to to discuss the latest negotiations for control of Greenland and the effects of U.S. policy toward Greenland and Denmark on the future of NATO. And then, they talk about the politics of this weekend’s snow and ice storm, including New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s photo op of himself shoveling snow. 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 Phil Wegmann discuss today’s March For Life in Washington, DC and the role the right to life movement may play in the 2026 midterms. And, they also discuss Vice President JD Vance’s speech yesterday in Minneapolis calling for cooperation between federal and state authorities on ICE enforcement. Next, they talk about President Donald Trump’s decision to sue JP Morgan and its CEO Jamie Dimon for five billion dollars, accusing the bank of dropping him as a client due to social and political pressure after the January 6th attack on the U.S. capitol. Also, Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan yesterday gave California Democrats one week to respond to the GOP’s claim that Democratically drawn redistricting in California is unconstitutional. Then, they discuss NewsNation host Chris Cumo’s video attack on CNN commentator Scott Jennings for using the term “illegal aliens.” Then finally, they chat about Don Lemon who won't be charged for his involvement in disrupting church services last Sunday in Minnesota, and of course - the guys have 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 the signing of the charter for the Board of Peace today in Davos, Switzerland, and Jared Kushner’s presentation on the future rebuilding of Gaza. Then, they take a look at former special counsel Jack Smith’s testimony on Capitol Hill today, where he addressed questions about his investigation of alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election and President Donald Trump’s handling of classified documents. Next, Michele Tafoya joins the guys to discuss her decision to enter the race for the Republican nomination for Senate in Minnesota. Tafoya is a former sports reporter and announced her bid for the open seat yesterday. And then finally they discuss Congress voting to hold Bill and Hillary Clinton in contempt for refusing to testify about the Jeffrey Epstein case. Plus, a look at the tenure of Bari Weiss as editor of CBS News. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The hosts dive into President Trump's speech at the World Economic Forum, where he humorously dismissed the idea of a forceful U.S. takeover of Greenland. They analyze the early moves of new Democratic governors in Virginia and New Jersey and discuss their implications for state politics. The conversation shifts to Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro's intriguing claim about being vetted by Kamala Harris’s team regarding his past. They also touch on immigration issues and cultural debates shaping future elections.

The conversation dives into the stirring discussions at the World Economic Forum, featuring notable figures like Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and President Emmanuel Macron. Tension brews around Democrats' calls for the 25th Amendment regarding Trump’s recent controversial tweets. The hosts examine a Justice Department investigation into disruptive protests at a church, spurred by Bruce Springsteen’s remarks. Also, Elon Musk's substantial donation to a Kentucky senate hopeful raises eyebrows about political influence and the shifting landscape of party dynamics.

Jay Nordlinger, a music critic at The New Criterion and author of 'Onward and Upward,' shares insights on the political implications of Machado giving her Nobel Peace Prize medal to Trump. He discusses how this unusual gesture could influence U.S. policy towards Venezuela and sheds light on the challenges of holding legitimate elections under the Maduro regime. The conversation also touches on the complexities of media influence, Trump’s healthcare proposals, and the shifting landscape of U.S. strategy and populism.

Former Vice President Mike Pence shares insights from his career and the future of the Republican Party. He discusses his new policy initiative, Advancing American Freedom, aimed at promoting Reagan-style conservatism. Pence expresses his views on the party's need to step away from right-wing populism and emphasizes core conservative values. He also addresses the unrest in Minneapolis and advocates for a strong law enforcement response. Wrapping up, Pence hints at his upcoming book while promoting a united and disciplined party for the midterms.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss latest the growing civil disobedience against ICE, and conflicting reporting on the resignations of federal prosecutors in Minnesota over Justice Department investigations into the shooting of Renee Good. Then, they talk about the Clintons’ refusal to comply with a congressional subpoena to testify about their relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, and President Donald Trump’s appearance in Detroit, where he gave a speech on affordability and gave the finger and mouthed the F word to a heckler. And, they discuss a New York Times article on Democratic Senate Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) who claims to be bullish on the party’s chances of regaining the Senate in the 2026 midterms. Plus, they talk about former Rep. Mary Peltola (D-AK) announcing she's entering the race for the Senate in Alaska against incumbent Sen. Dan Sullivan. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.