Lichtman Live

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Historian Allan Lichtman discusses politics, elections, current events, and history!

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Nov 13, 2026

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Is Trump Dragging the U.S. Into World War III? | Lichtman Live #206 18.02.2026

Global tensions between the United States and Russia are escalating once again, raising serious questions about whether the war in Ukraine could spiral into a much broader conflict. After plans for renewed talks between President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin reportedly stalled, Moscow unveiled a new nuclear-powered cruise missile known as the Burevestnik, which NATO calls “Sky...

House GOP Approve Trump's DYSTOPIAN Voter Suppression Bill!!! | Lichtman Live #205 13.02.2026

The House has passed the SAVE Act bill — but what is the SAVE Act, and how could it change voting in America? In tonight’s livestream, Dr. Allan Lichtman breaks down the SAVE Act voting requirements, what’s actually inside the legislation, and why it’s sparking fierce debate nationwide. Supporters argue the SAVE Act strengthens election security and protects American elections. Critics warn it cou...

What Did Trump Tell the Palm Beach Police Chief About Epstein? | Lichtman Live #204 11.02.2026

Newly released Justice Department records from the Epstein files are renewing scrutiny of Donald Trump’s past statements about Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. According to FBI interview notes disclosed in the latest DOJ document release, the former Palm Beach police chief told investigators that Donald Trump contacted him in 2006 after learning Epstein was under investigation. The account s...

Jeff Bezos GUTTED the Washington Post!!! | Lichtman Live #203 06.02.2026

The Washington Post is facing one of the most dramatic shake-ups in its history — and it’s happening under the ownership of Jeff Bezos. In this livestream, we break down the sweeping layoffs and structural changes hitting the Washington Post newsroom, including the elimination of entire desks, the scaling back of international coverage, and the growing influence of cost-cutting and AI-driven strat...

Why Trump Is Closing the Kennedy Center Explained | Lichtman Live #202 04.02.2026

Why is the Trump administration planning to close the Kennedy Center for two years? In this surprise livestream, Dr. Allan Lichtman breaks down what we know so far about the Kennedy Center shutdown, why it’s happening now, and what it means for American culture, the arts, and democratic institutions. We examine the political context behind Trump’s decision, the role of federal control over cultura...

Why Did the FBI Raid a Georgia Election Office? What We Know | Lichtman Live #201 30.01.2026

Federal authorities carried out a surprise FBI raid at a Georgia election office, prompting immediate questions about why federal agents seized election materials and what the investigation involves. The operation focused on records connected to past election administration, drawing national attention amid renewed political tension surrounding election integrity, federal oversight, and voting syst...

Trump Replaces Bovino With Homan Amid ICE Backlash | Lichtman Live #200 28.01.2026

President Donald Trump has reshuffled his immigration enforcement leadership following intense backlash over recent ICE and Border Patrol operations in Minneapolis. Border Patrol commander Gregory Bovino has been removed from his leadership role and reassigned back to the southern border, while Trump’s longtime border czar Tom Homan has been sent to Minnesota to take control of operations on the g...

Trump Delivers a DISASTROUS Speech at Davos — World Leaders Stunned | Lichtman Live #199 23.01.2026

You can go to my sponsor https://aura.com/allanlichtman to try 14 days for free. That’s enough time for Aura to start scrubbing your personal info off these data broker sites, without you lifting a finger. Donald Trump took the global stage at the World Economic Forum in Davos—and the result was one of the most widely criticized speeches of his political career. In this surprise livestream, we bre...

Trump 2.0 After One Year: Inflation, Chaos, and the Road to 2026 | Lichtman Live #198 21.01.2026

One year into Trump 2.0, the consequences are becoming impossible to ignore. From mounting concerns about the U.S. economy and inflation in 2026 to growing anxiety over the 2026 election, this livestream takes a hard look at where the country stands after a full year of Donald Trump’s return to power. Historian Dr. Allan Lichtman and Sam Lichtman analyze the latest Trump news, including recent Tru...

Minneapolis ICE Violence & Insurrection Act THREAT — What Comes Next? | Lichtman Live #197 16.01.2026

You can go to my sponsor https://aura.com/allanlichtman to try 14 days for free. That’s enough time for Aura to start scrubbing your personal info off these data broker sites, without you lifting a finger. Tensions are escalating in Minneapolis after another ICE-involved shooting, raising urgent questions about federal authority, public safety, and whether the Trump administration is laying the gr...

Trump’s ICE Propaganda Is FAILING in Real Time! | Lichtman Live #196 14.01.2026

You can go to my sponsor https://aura.com/allanlichtman to try 14 days for free. That’s enough time for Aura to start scrubbing your personal info off these data broker sites, without you lifting a finger. Public confidence in the Trump administration’s ICE messaging is rapidly eroding as new incidents involving federal agents raise serious questions about accountability, transparency, and the use...

After Minnesota, Federal Agents Shoot Two in Portland — ICE Violence Escalates | Lichtman Live #195 11.01.2026

🚨 Another city. Another shooting. Federal agents have now shot civilians in both Minneapolis and Portland — within days of each other. Two people were shot by federal agents in Southeast Portland, according to police, triggering an FBI-led investigation and intense backlash from local and state leaders. The incident comes just one day after a fatal ICE-involved shooting in Minneapolis, escalating...

Trump's Actions in Venezuela were ILLEGAL!!! | Lichtman Live #194 07.01.2026

Several days after the U.S. military captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, new reporting and legal analysis are raising a far more serious question: Were President Trump’s actions illegal? In this livestream, historian Dr. Allan Lichtman and Sam Lichtman break down what we now know about the U.S. operation in Venezuela — and why constitutional scholars, lawmakers, and international law exp...

BREAKING: U.S. Captures Venezuela’s President Nicolás Maduro 03.01.2026

BREAKING NEWS: United States has carried out military strikes in Venezuela, sparking global alarm and raising urgent questions about the fate of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. As news spreads across major outlets, social media, and government briefings, conflicting reports claim that Maduro may have been captured or detained following the U.S. operation. At the same time, officials have not...

Historian Breaks Down the BIGGEST Stories of 2025 | Lichtman Live #193 31.12.2025

The Justice Department’s latest release of the Jeffrey Epstein files has triggered widespread backlash, confusion, and renewed outrage. Thousands of newly released Epstein documents, photos, emails, court records, and internal DOJ materials raise urgent questions about transparency, accountability, and whether the public is seeing the full truth. The Justice Department has released a new batch of...

CONFIRMED: Trump Flew on Epstein’s Jet More Than We Knew! 2025 Membership Drive | Lichtman Live #192 24.12.2025

The Justice Department’s latest release of the Jeffrey Epstein files has triggered widespread backlash, confusion, and renewed outrage. Thousands of newly released Epstein documents, photos, emails, court records, and internal DOJ materials raise urgent questions about transparency, accountability, and whether the public is seeing the full truth. The Justice Department has released a new batch of...

COUNTDOWN TO EPSTEIN RELEASE: Will They ACTUALLY Release the Epstein Files??? | Lichtman Live #191 19.12.2025

After years of secrecy, Congress has voted to compel the release of the Justice Department’s files on Jeffrey Epstein — sending the legislation to President Trump’s desk. The House passed the measure by an overwhelming margin, and the Senate followed with unanimous consent. On paper, the Epstein files are closer to public release than ever before. But serious questions remain. Historian Dr. Allan...

Bondi Beach vs. Brown: Two Shootings, Two VERY Different Responses | Lichtman Live #190 19.12.2025

Tonight, we examine two tragic shootings that shocked communities around the world — and the starkly different responses they have prompted. In Sydney, Australia, a mass shooting at a Hanukkah celebration on Bondi Beach left at least 15 people dead and more than 40 injured in what authorities have described as an antisemitic terrorist attack inspired by Islamic State-linked extremism. The alleged...

Are We Headed Toward WAR? U.S.–Venezuela Oil Tanker Crisis Explained | Lichtman Live #189 12.12.2025

Tensions between the United States and Venezuela are escalating fast after reports that a Venezuelan oil tanker was seized by the U.S., raising urgent questions about whether a new international crisis — or even war — is on the horizon. With oil prices already reacting and global markets on edge, many are now asking: Is a U.S.–Venezuela conflict looming? Tonight, historian Dr. Allan Lichtman and S...

Prepare Yourself… A Truly Historic Prize Is Being Awarded on the Show!!! | Lichtman Live #188 10.12.2025

Tonight, Dr. Allan Lichtman and Sam Lichtman break down a series of major developments across politics, law, media, and global affairs — connecting the dots and offering historical insight you won’t find anywhere else. 🔹 Trump administration plays up the pipe bomb suspect’s arrest while noticeably omitting any connection to Jan. 6 violence 🔹 Hollywood in turmoil as Netflix moves to absorb Warner...

Hegseth Under Fire: Troops ENDANGERED + “WAR CRIME” Allegations | Lichtman Live #187 05.12.2025

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is facing the biggest crisis of his career — and possibly the most explosive scandal of the Trump administration. New reports reveal that Hegseth used Signal chats to coordinate military strikes, putting U.S. troops at risk and violating Pentagon communication protocols. Now Congress is investigating whether Hegseth’s decisions — including a second strike on survivor...

🔴 LIVE TENNESSEE SPECIAL ELECTION: U.S. House Hangs in the BALANCE! | Lichtman Live #186 03.12.2025

💸 You can go to my partner https://trykalshi.com/allanlichtman and get $20 when you trade $100. A high-stakes special election in Tennessee’s 7th Congressional District is underway — and the outcome could dramatically reshape control of the U.S. House. Tonight, historian Dr. Allan Lichtman and Sam Lichtman break down why this race matters not just for Tennessee, but for the entire nation. After t...

Best & Worst U.S. Presidents: A Historian Breaks It All Down! (Part 2) | Lichtman Live #185 03.12.2025

Celebrate Thanksgiving with a must-see deep dive into American history! Presidential historian Dr. Allan Lichtman ranks every U.S. president — from the Founding Fathers to the modern era — using his decades of scholarship, historical analysis, and international expertise. Which presidents strengthened democracy? Who expanded civil rights — and who undermined them? And how should today’s leaders be...

The Ukraine Peace Deal is in CHAOS | Lichtman Live #184 26.11.2025

President Trump’s much-hyped Ukraine peace plan is already collapsing — and the fallout is enormous. Tonight, historian Dr. Allan Lichtman and Sam Lichtman break down why the proposal failed, how it blindsided U.S. allies, and what it means for the Ukraine war, global stability, and American foreign policy. From unrealistic demands to diplomatic missteps, this so-called peace deal is being condemn...

‘Punishable by DEATH!’ Trump Accuses Democrats of Sedition in EXPLOSIVE Post | Lichtman Live #183 21.11.2025

President Donald Trump has ignited a firestorm after implying that a group of Democratic military veterans should face “DEATH” for reminding U.S. service members that they must refuse unlawful orders. Historian Dr. Allan Lichtman and Sam Lichtman break down this explosive escalation, why it is unprecedented, and what it means for constitutional democracy and civilian control of the military. This...

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