RealClearPolitics Podcast

Andrew Walworth, Carl Cannon and RCP Senior Elections Analyst Sean Trende discuss how important winning Pennsylvania is to Joe Biden and today’s announcement that the RNC and the Trump campaign are deploying up to 100,000 poll watchers in November. Then, they talk about the new swing-state poll numbers from Fox News and today’s RCP article by Lanny Davis calling for Biden to lead a “bipartisan pre...

Andrew Walworth, Carl Cannon and Emily Jashinsky (Culture Editor of The Federalist new site) discuss Trump’s strategy for campaigning from the courtroom and today’s Kennedy family endorsement of Joe Biden. They also talk about the resignation of NPR editor Uri Berliner and NPR Chief Katherine Maher’s journalistic credentials. Next, Andrew talks with RealClear Investigations reporter Tom Sperry abo...

Andrew Walworth, Phil Wegmann and Carl Cannon discuss Speaker Mike Johnson’s attempt to pass foreign aid bills for Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan. Also, the Biden Administration’s evolving strategy on Iran; new polls that show President Biden’s job approval rating flagging even as he moves up in the head-to-head contest with Donald Trump; and the Supreme Court’s response to charges against the Januar...

Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss Biden’s challenge to attract independent voters while maintaining support from the Democratic base. They also talk about President Biden’s executive order directing nonpolitical federal agencies to promote voter registration and the suspension of an NPR editor over his criticism of the network’s editorial process. Next, Tom Bevan talks with RCP Senior Elections Analys...

Andrew, Tom, and Carl talk about the first day of Trump’s New York criminal trial and the Biden administration’s response to the Iranian attack in Israel. Also they run down the new polling from the New York Times and Trump’s speech on Gettysburg. Next, Tom Bevan talks to RealClear Markets editor John Tamny on Tax Day. And lastly, Andrew Walworth talks to presidential historian Lara M. Brown about...

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon have a discussion on the chances for a presidential debate this fall and the new polling out of Texas that shows Senator Ted Cruz maintaining a lead. Then, they talk about the release of bodycam footage in the Chicago traffic stop shooting of a young Black male who opened fire on police and NPR under pressure for “liberal bias.” Next, Carl talks to Lani...

Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss the politics of inflation and the potential impact of changing how Nebraska allocates its electoral votes. They also chat about new poll numbers in Florida and former Maryland Governor Larry Hogan’s run for the Maryland Senate. Next, Andrew Walworth interviews tax expert Scott Hodge, author of “Taxocracy: What You Don’t Know About Taxes and How They Rule Your Daily Li...

On Today's podcast - Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss new party affiliation data from Pew Research and the politics of abortion in Arizona. They also talk about prosecuting adults for minors’ gun violations, and the opening of the Masters Tournament. Then, Andrew Walworth talks to Real Clear Education editor Nathan Harden on the politics of student debt relief. And finally, Carl Cannon talks to Micha...

Today's discussion is about Marjorie Taylor Greene's influence in the House and the consequences of U.S. peace efforts in Gaza. Then; Andrew, Tom, and Carl chat about new voting laws in swing states that could effect the election in November, and they ponder the question: are Americans as divided as the media claims? Next, Tom Bevan and Sean Trende talk about trends in minority voting patterns. An...

Today; Andy, Tom, and Carl talk about Donald Trump’s position on abortion and the current role of independent voters. They also discuss Biden’s new proposal on student loan forgiveness and what will happen now that Congress is back in session. Next, Carl Cannon talks to White House correspondent Phil Wegmann on the Biden campaign and the solar eclipse. And lastly, Andrew Walworth talks to former W...

Andrew, Tom, and Carl this time discuss the No Labels party's decision to not run a presidential candidate and Republican efforts to encourage early voting. They also chat about new reports on employment numbers and the problematic relations with Benjamin Netanyahu and Israel. Then. Carl talks to Peter Berkowitz about recent developments in the Gaza War. And finally, Tom talks to Peachy Keenan, au...

Today, Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss Carl's new piece about journalism and the New York Times on the RCP website: https://www.realclearpolitics.com/articles/2024/04/04/the_new_york_times_vs_realclearpolitics_150733.html. Also, they talk about California’s new minimum wage mandate for certain fast food workers, the new national polls plus polls in Pennsylvania, and what political betting pools tell...

Today, Andrew, Tom, and Carl chat about the new WSJ swing state polls, and the results of Wisconsin’s “Zuckerbucks” referendum. They also discuss Israel and the Democratic Party plus they ask the question: When does fighting disinformation become censorship? Next, Andrew talks to Presidential Historian Tevi Troy about the importance of party platforms. And lastly, Carl Cannon talks to WSJ columnis...

Andrew, Tom, and Carl have a round-house discussion on new national polls, the Maryland Senate race, and new polls on who voters blame for the crisis at the southern border. They also talk about Monday’s Florida court decision to allow a referendum on abortion in November and RFK Jr. saying Joe Biden is a bigger threat to Democracy than Donald Trump. Next, Tom Bevan talks to Senior Elections Analy...

Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss Transgender Day of Visibility and Easter falling on the same day. They also talk about Donald Trump and the Evangelical Vote. And they ponder whether recent polling of Black voters is accurate, and explain Speaker Mike Johnson’s evolving position on Ukraine funding. Next, Carl talks to National Correspondent Susan Crabtree on the Chinese “Mayflower Church” as it celeb...

Andrew, Tom, and Carl have a discussion on Biden and Trump’s dueling appearances in New York, and the US/Mexico border tensions over illegal immigration. They also chat about Chris Christie’s future and the one-year anniversary of the imprisonment of Wall Street Journal journalist Evan Gershkovich in Moscow. Then Andrew is joined by Geoffrey Pohanka of the National Auto Dealers Association to disc...

In today's episode Carl Cannon, Tom Bevan and Emily Jashinsky discuss: Joe Lieberman’s passing, Bobby Kennedy Jr. appeal to voters, and the environment of victimization culture. They also talk about Sam Bankman-Fried's 25-year prison sentence and James Carville’s riff on “preachy” Democrats. Next, Carl talks with attorney Lanny Davis about Joe Lieberman and the need for civil political discourse....

In today's podcast - Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss Ronna McDaniel being fired at NBC and Trump’s Truth Social platform going public. They also chat about RFK Jr.'s VP pick Nicole Shanahan and Pete Buttigieg's handling of the Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore. Next, Carl Cannon speaks with author Louis Perron about his new book "Beat the Incumbent: Proven Strategies and Tactics to Win Elections". An...

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon this time talk about the new swing state polls from Bloomberg and Speaker Mike Johnson’s challenges in the House. They also discuss RFK Jrs. VP pick - Silicon Valley lawyer Nicole Shanahan and Donald Trump’s big “Veepstakes” - who's in the running to be his VP and who's not. Next, Tom talks with RCP senior elections analyst Sean Trende on House elections...

Today, the guys discuss the New York Appeals Court decision to reduce Donald Trump’s bond in his civil fraud case, and new data from Gallup included in their most recent “World Happiness Report” which shows America’s young people are less happy than previous generations. Then, they talk about the conflict within NBC News over the hiring of former RNC Chair Ronnna McDaniel as a network contributor....

Today's discussion is about Marjorie Taylor Greene’s move to vacate the House Speaker’s Chair. Also, a look at new battleground state polls from CNN. Then, they talk about Trump’s financial options in the days before he has to post bond in New York, and look at the politics of President Biden’s proposal for a $10,000 credit for first-time and repeat homebuyers. Next, Andrew talks to James Freeman,...

This time - Andy, Carl, and Tom chat about presidential candidate RFK Jr: what are his chances and who will he pick as a running mate? They also discuss the Biden impeachment hearings in the House and the Shohei Ohtani gambling scandal. Next, Carl Cannon talks with Gerrick D. Wilkins, author of the new book, “Unshackling Democracy” about term limits and other political reforms. Then finally, Tom,...

Today, Andrew, Tom and Carl chat about last night’s primary results and some newly released national and state polls. They also discuss the politics of the new EPA rules on electric vehicles and ask the question "Should Justice Sotomeyer Retire?" Then, Carl speaks with White House correspondent Richard Benedetto on Majority Leader Chuck Schumer's comments on Benjamin Netanyahu. And finally Andrew...

Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss why President Biden is in Arizona and Nevada today, and how he is targeting Hispanic voters. Also, Donald Trump says Jews who vote Democratic “Hate Israel” and their religion. Then, they talk about the NYTimes’ article relating what new data says about the real cost of pandemic school closures, and the 45th anniversary of the founding of C-SPAN. Next, Tom Bevan discus...

In today's podcast - Andy, Carl, and Tom chat about President Biden finally speaking to BiBi Netanyahu for the first time in a month, the Supreme Court on the First Amendment and Big Tech, and the scoop on the GridIron Dinner. Also "Bloodbathgate" the fallout over President Trump's bloodbath comment. Next Carl Cannon and Phil Wegmann ponder over the question: Is Biden chafing at the staff’s attemp...