The Larry Kudlow Show

Larry Kudlow and Theo Wold argue that while Democrats are targeting the budget of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to satisfy their base, this strategy inadvertently jeopardizes essential services like the Coast Guard, TSA, and FEMA. Beyond the immediate fiscal shutdown, the discussion highlights the heavy financial burden on taxpayers caused by sanctuary city policies and the alleged systemic fraud tied to illegal immigration.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Larry Kudlow and former National Security Adviser Robert O’Brien discuss a significant shift in American foreign policy toward Iran, noting that regime change is now openly being considered by the administration. They explore the President’s preference for a diplomatic deal that eliminates nuclear and missile threats, yet they emphasize that his patience is waning due to Iran's history of stalling and past aggression. To underscore this pressure, the speakers highlight a substantial military buildup in the region, featuring multiple aircraft carrier groups intended to provide overwhelming firepower and protect allies like Israel.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Larry Kudlow and John Carney examine the unexpected decline in consumer prices, challenging the conventional wisdom that inflation only slows down rather than reverses. Carney highlights a detailed analysis of 71 specific goods and services that saw price drops in January 2026, noting significant year-over-year decreases in essential categories like eggs, fuel, and electronics. Beyond these statistics, the discussion serves as a rebuttal to critics of trade tariffs, specifically targeting a New York Fed study that claims domestic consumers bear the brunt of import taxes. Carney argues that these economic models are fundamentally flawed because they misinterpret internal bookkeeping between multinational subsidiaries as actual price increases for the public.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Larry Kudlow discusses several high-priority conservative policy goals with guests Joe Concha and Mark Simone, primarily focusing on the push for mandatory voter ID and proof of citizenship for the upcoming elections. The speakers frame the lack of identification requirements as a logical inconsistency, noting that photo IDs are required for daily activities like air travel and entering media buildings, while suggesting that public opinion across various demographics strongly supports these measures. The conversation then shifts to the defunding of sanctuary cities, where the participants argue that local non-compliance with ICE leads to increased crime and prevents the efficient deportation of criminal undocumented immigrants. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Larry Kudlow and investment experts Jack Bouroudjian and Jim Lacamp analyze a robust bull market characterized by shifting leadership and strong economic indicators. The participants argue that the economy is entering a period of significant productivity growth and high corporate earnings, which they believe justifies high stock valuations despite a recent drawdown in Bitcoin. Central to their optimistic outlook is the observation that wages are outpacing inflation, creating a favorable environment for consumer spending and further investment. The discussion also critiques current monetary policy, with the panel calling for the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates to avoid stifling the ongoing "miracle" of market expansion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Larry Kudlow and David Malpass discuss the need for a fundamental shift in Federal Reserve policy following the anticipated appointment of Kevin Warsh. They argue that the central bank’s current reliance on backward-looking data and outdated economic models stifles national prosperity by failing to account for the power of innovation. Malpass suggests that by moving away from the "natural rate" of interest and embracing supply-side reforms like deregulation and tax cuts, the government can achieve rapid economic growth without triggering inflation.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Senator Rick Scott discusses the legislative gridlock in Washington, specifically focusing on the Democrats' refusal to fund ICE and other homeland security agencies. Scott expresses skepticism that a budget will be reached, arguing that his political opponents prioritize open borders and the protection of undocumented immigrants over national security and enforcement. The conversation shifts to the Save America Act, where Scott outlines a strategic plan to bypass traditional hurdles using a talking filibuster to pass election integrity measures with a simple majority.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Larry Kudlow leads a dynamic discussion on the current intersection of economic prosperity and aggressive foreign policy alongside analysts Rich Lowry and David Webb. The segment highlights a bullish domestic economy, characterized by a record-breaking stock market and rising wages, which the speakers argue will serve as a decisive political advantage for Republicans despite pessimistic media narratives. Shifting to international affairs, the group analyzes the administration’s use of "coercive diplomacy" and economic isolation to destabilize anti-American regimes in Iran and Cuba. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Larry Kudlow and guests Nancy Tengler and Jon Najarian argue that corporate earnings and productivity are the primary drivers of economic health, despite what they view as pessimistic reporting from mainstream media. The conversation highlights how transformative technologies like robotics and artificial intelligence are reshaping investment strategies, leading the panel to favor sectors such as industrials and materials over traditional software. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Larry Kudlow and his guests critique the current state of American culture and economics, beginning with a dismissal of the politicized Super Bowl halftime show and modern music in favor of traditional artists. The conversation shifts toward a celebratory analysis of the Dow reaching 50,000, which the speakers view as a testament to the enduring success of supply-side economic policies. A central focus of the discussion is the proposal for Trump savings accounts, a private investment initiative designed to foster wealth creation and financial literacy for young Americans by leveraging compound interest. Finally, the panel explores healthcare reform, debating the merits of price transparency and market-driven competition while expressing caution regarding the potential for government price controls on pharmaceuticals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices