RealClearPolitics Podcast

Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss Kamala Harris’ first solo network news interview conducted last night by Stephanie Ruhle on MSNBC and they chat about Harris’ decision to visit the US/Mexican border tomorrow. Then, they talk about the new poll results that show growing Democratic strength in Texas and the announcement this morning that New York Mayor Eric Adams has been indicted for accepting illegal...

Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss Kamala Harris’ economic policy speech delivered today in Pittsburgh and look forward to her first solo television network interview which will be conducted tomorrow by Stephanie Ruhle on MSNBC. They also talk about the new poll results from Gallup showing for the first time in 30 years; Republicans lead Democrats in terms of party affiliation during the third quarter...

Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss President Biden’s appearance today at the United Nations and Donald Trump’s speech in Savannah, Georgia where he focused on taxes and economic policy. They also chat about RCP’s “This Day in History” feature which allows users to compare polling averages across the last 3 presidential elections. Plus, they have a discussion about Ukrainian President Volodymr Zelinsky’...

Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss Kamala Harris’ decision to not attend the traditional Al Smith Dinner in New York and the politics of a second presidential debate before Election Day. They also chat about today’s release of a letter written by the alleged Trump assassin and Joe Biden’s appearance tomorrow at the United Nations annual meeting in New York. Next, Carl interviews Patricia Murphy of the...

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and RCP contributor and host of The Unknowns Charlie Stone discuss Kamala Harris’ virtual campaign event with Oprah Winfrey and Donald Trump’s appearance at the Israeli American Council National Summit in Washington, DC. They also talk about how the Harris campaign is outspending the Trump campaign by a factor of 20 to 1 on digital advertising and today’s unanimous Hous...

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Unherd Washington correspondent Emily Jashinsky discuss the Teamster Union’s decision to endorse neither presidential candidate in this year’s election and new polls that show housing costs are of rising concern among swing state voters. They also talk about new polling from Howard University that shows Kamala Harris doing better among Black voters in swing states a...

Andrew, Tom, and RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann discuss Kamala Harris’ appearance yesterday at the National Association of Black Journalists and the new reporting of voter preferences in the swing states. They also talk about an exchange between Peter Doocy of Fox News and White House Press Secretary Karine Jean Pierre about toning down rhetoric in the wake of a second assassination at...

Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss the latest news on the second assassination attempt on Donald Trump and look at brand new polls from Pennsylvania and other swing states. They also talk about Hillary Clinton’s remarks to MSNBC’s Rachel Maddow last night regarding criminal charges against purveyors of what she calls disinformation, plus the new feature film “Am I Racist?” from Matt Walsh of The Daily...

Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss the political impact of the second assassination attempt on Donald Trump and calls for politicians of both parties to tone down their rhetoric. They also talk about Kamala Harris’ first solo television interview on a local ABC affiliate in Pennsylvania last Friday, and J.D. Vance’s appearances on several Sunday shows this past weekend, including an interview with Dana...

Andrew Walworth, Carl Cannon, and RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann discuss the suggestion by Democratic strategist Mark Penn that ABC News conduct an external review of the network’s conduct of this week’s presidential debate. They also look forward to the vice presidential debate scheduled for October 1st and they talk about the potential impact of a government shutdown on competitive H...

Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss who won the presidential debate and whether winning the debate will translate into a victory in the election. They also talk about the latest swing state polls which show a tight race between Trump and Harris and John Kirby’s statements on veterans who criticized President Joe Biden’s handling of the withdrawal from Afghanistan. Plus, the potential impact of Taylor Sw...

Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss last night’s presidential debate and its impact on the 2024 election. They also talk about the performance of ABC debate hosts David Muir and Linsey Davis and whether the two candidates will agree to a second debate. Plus, the 23rd anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attack on the US and whether the national unity of that moment can be recaptured in today’s era of fract...

Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss the potential impact of tonight’s presidential debate and the Harris campaign’s addition of “policy pages” to its website. They also talk about the state of the race for the Senate including contests in Florida, Ohio, Montana, Maryland and Texas. Next, Andrew talks to RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann about how the White House is handling the press since Kama...

Andrew, Tom, and RCP national political correspondent Susan Crabtree discuss the latest New York Times/Sienna poll which shows Trump slightly ahead of Harris among likely voters. They also look forward to tomorrow’s presidential debate and talk about Donald Trump’s changing position on marijuana legalization and the latest revelations regarding the Iranian plans to assassinate Donald Trump, Joe Bi...

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Emily Jashinsky, Washington correspondent for the UnHerd website, look forward to next week’s presidential debate and discuss new polls that show some tightening Senate races. They also talk about the return of anti-Israeli protests on US campuses and media coverage of J. D. Vance’s comments on this week’s school shooting in Georgia. Next, Tom Bevan talks to pollste...

Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss Donald Trump’s announcement today that if elected he’ll name Elon Musk to head a commission on government efficiency, and whether Democrats or Republicans now have a better get-out-the-vote effort for the November election. They also talk about the Biden Justice Department’s allegation that Vladimir Putin is trying to sway voters in favor of Donald Trump and how much...

Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss new swing state polls from CNN and whether Harris can win with a “vibes” strategy that avoids making specific policy proposals. They also talk about the effect of recent immigration on the US economy, and how immigration features in the presidential race. Plus, they chat about Tim Walz’ brother who has commented on the Democratic vice-presidential nominee’s fitness fo...

Andrew, Tom, and Carl talk about the Trump/Harris race and look forward to key political events in September. They discuss whether the accusations of Harris changing her accent are a legitimate campaign issue. They also talk about Democratic VP candidate Tim Walz’ avoidance of a press question about the six hostages killed by Hamas in Gaza and the Harris campaign’s attack on Green presidential can...

On this special Labor Day edition of RealClearPolitics, Andrew Walworth interviews presidential historian Tevi Troy on his new book, “The Power and the Money,” about the changing relationship between leading corporate CEOs and American presidents. Then, Tom Bevan interviews Andrew Parasiliti from Al-Monitor about the future of the Middle East and America’s policy options in the region. Next, Carl...

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss last night’s television CNN interview with Kamala Harris and Tim Walz conducted by Dana Bash, and J.D. Vance’s response to Harris’ comments. They then discuss why IVF has emerged as an issue in this year’s presidential contest, and Donald Trump’s statement yesterday that he did not support a six-week abortion ban in Florida. Also, a look at wheth...

Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss tonight’s scheduled CNN interview with Kamala Harris and Tim Walz, including questions suggested for interviewer Dana Bash by the Trump campaign. Plus, they also talk about new swing state polls and the Supreme Court ruling rejecting President Biden’s appeal for student loan relief. Then, Andrew Walworth talks to RCP National Political Correspondent Susan Crabtree abo...

Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss tomorrow’s long-awaited television interview with Kamala Harris and Tim Walz on CNN and new polls that show Republican Larry Hogan tied with Democrat Angela Alsobrooks in the Maryland senate race. They also talk about Jack Smith’s revised indictment of Donald Trump and the controversy over Trump’s appearance at the memorial service of 13 US service members killed by a...

Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon, and Sean Trende discuss the 3 big questions about the election, the Harris/ Trump dueling campaign ads, and the border wall. They also talk about the controversy over the ABC presidential debate and Mark Zuckerberg's letter to Congress. Then finally, Carl interviews Greg Orman about RFK Jr.'s endorsement of Donald Trump. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https:/...

Andrew, Tom, and Carl talk about the reaction to Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s endorsement of Donald Trump and J.D. Vance’s recent appearances on the Sunday talk shows. They also discuss how both the Harris and Trump campaigns are jockeying for position in advance of the upcoming presidential debate on ABC News and President Biden’s role in both leading the country and in the Harris campaign. Then, Tom...

Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon go over how the DNC went and the reactions to it. They also talk about RFK Jr.'s big announcement that he is dropping out of the race and endorsing Trump. Then, we flashback to a few segments from this past week at the DNC: Tom, Andy, and Carl talk with Juan Williams - Fox news analyst and The Hill columnist on the significance/history related to Rev. Jesse Jackson being...