The Hinckley Report

Governor Spencer Cox officially signs hundreds of bills into law as experts watch for possible vetoes. A major shake-up with Utah Republicans could impact future elections. Plus, as the country begins to emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic, leaders continue working toward a new normal.  Dr. Damon Cann, Professor of Political Science at Utah State University and Mayor of North Logan, Heidi Hatch, anc...

With a unique legislative session finally over, the bills are on Governor Spencer Cox’s desk. Experts speculate how many he will sign and whether we will see any vetoes. Plus, the new federal stimulus package and how it will impact our state.  Glen Mills, anchor and senior political correspondent with ABC4 Utah, Lindsay Whitehurst, reporter with the Associated Press, and Ben Winslow, reporter with...

As the legislature counts down the final hours of the session, lawmakers race against the clock to pass priority bills. Elected officials wrestle with how much power the governor should wield during an emergency. Details emerge on how the legislature plans to spend a historic budget surplus.  Max Roth, anchor with Fox 13 News, Sonja Hutson, political reporter with KUER, and Robert Gerhke, news col...

In the final push towards the end of the legislative session, lawmakers consider  a major tax cut and negotiate their top priorities. Policy makers plan for the future as the COVID-19 vaccine rollout ramps up and cases continue to decline. Morgan Lyon Cotti, associate director of The Hinckley Institute of Politics, Doug Wilks, editor of the Deseret News, and Michelle Quist, columnist for the Salt...

State lawmakers consider major policy changes as the end of the legislative session looms. Utahns and political parties react to our senators casting opposing votes in the divisive acquittal of former President Trump. Utah looks to the future as it recovers from the economic crisis. Derek Miller, president and CEO of the Salt Lake Chamber and Downtown Alliance, Taylor Stevens, state government rep...

Halfway through the legislative session, lawmakers tackle controversial issues. The US Utah congressmen play an important role in impeachment proceedings.  Jasen Lee, journalist with the Deseret News and co-host of Voices of Reason podcast, Maura Carabello, president of the Exoro Group, and Matt Canham, managing editor of The Salt Lake Tribune join host Jason Perry on this week’s Hinckley Report....

The redistricting process kicks off as state leaders appoint representatives to draw new political boundaries. With unexpected budget surpluses, the legislature considers numerous funding requests. In Washington, Utah’s leaders propose a scaled-down Covid relief package while they prepare for Trump’s second impeachment trial. Kate Bradshaw, Director of Government Affairs at Holland and Hart and Bo...

The second impeachment trial of former President Trump begins as Utah’s senators play diverging yet pivotal roles. The legislative session continues as the capitol opens to the public and lawmakers tackle major issues and controversies. State and national leaders discuss how to bridge the partisan politics that have divided our country.  Robert Gerhke, news columnist with the Salt Lake Tribune,  R...

The nation witnesses an historic inauguration. Panelists discuss how the new administration will affect Utahns. Governor Cox delivers his State of the State address. Utah’s legislature begins the session remotely amid a pandemic and worries of civil unrest. Emily Means, political reporter with KUER, Scott Howell, former Utah Senate Minority Leader, and Chris Bleak, lobbyist with RRJ Consulting joi...

Utahns react to last week’s riot at the US Capitol, as Congress moves towards an historic second impeachment of President Trump. State leaders implement new strategies to manage the Covid-19 pandemic. Lawmakers respond to the Governor’s budget and prepare for a unique Legislative session. Sonja Hutson, political reporter with KUER, Frank Pignanelli, political commentator and lobbyist with Foxley &...

Utah’s congressional delegation is divided during a contentious week confirming the 2020 presidential election results. Governor Spencer Cox inaugurated at Tuacahn Center for the Arts in southern Utah. State legislators gear up for the upcoming session as new bills are released and major policy issues take shape. Chris Karpowitz, professor of political science at Brigham Young University, Lindsay...

Utahns cheer as frontline workers receive the first round of Covid-19 vaccinations. Officials across the country meet to cast the Electoral College ballots as the Biden Harris team prepares to take office. Panelists discuss the major stories from a tumultuous year.  Damon Cann, Professor of Political Science at Utah State University and Mayor of North Logan City, Doug Wilks, editor of the Deseret...

As the state continues to grapple with the Covid-19 crisis, schools seek to balance safety and academic success. Congress debates another relief package while Utah’s small businesses struggle to stay afloat. The election may be over, but infighting continues as political leaders on both sides of the aisle caution against divisiveness and polarization. Amy Donaldson, reporter with the Deseret News,...

Lawmakers and healthcare professionals weigh in on who should receive the first round of COVID-19 vaccines. State legislators prepare to tackle tough issues and a tight budget while the governor-elect reveals his top priorities. Utah’s leaders in Washington work to pass an economic relief bill before the end of the year. Frank Pignanelli, political commentator and lobbyist with Foxley & Pignan...

Panelists look back on some of the major stories of the 2020 election to unpack the impact of disinformation on voters. Many polls miss the mark during election season but their role during election night remains influential. Social media informs many voters, but seems to cause further polarization. Is there any room for civility in American politics? RonNell Anderson Jones,Affiliated Fellow at Ya...

While COVID cases continue to rise, leaders across the state call for increased restrictions as hospitals reach capacity. Utah’s final election results are officially certified determining winners in many close races. New leaders reveal their plans to tackle tough issues as they prepare to take office.   Ladd Egan, political reporter with KSL, Kate Bradshaw, Director of Government Affairs at Holla...

The Governor enacts a new state of emergency, including a mask mandate with enforceable penalties. As ballot tallies are finalized, Utahns gain a clearer picture of who won big and what surprises occurred on Election Day. Newly elected leaders start signaling their priorities as they prepare to take office. Glen Mills, anchor and senior political correspondent with ABC4 Utah, Amy Donaldson, report...

Voters across the country turn out in record numbers. After an intense election year, some races remain too close to call while other candidates won decisively. Utahns determine the future of their communities on a number of important issues. Maura Carabello, president of the Exoro Group, Derek Brown, Chair of the Utah Republican Party, and Jeff Merchant, Chair of the Utah Democratic Party join ho...

Candidates sprint to the finish line as voters turn out early in record numbers. Money continues to pour into Utah’s Fourth Congressional District as polls predict a tight race. Panelists discuss the major issues on the ballot that will have long-lasting impacts on our state. Max Roth, anchor with Fox13 News, Lindsay Whitehurst, reporter with the Associated Press, and Boyd Matheson, opinion editor...

The race for Utah’s fourth congressional tightens as negative campaigning intensifies. Historic voter participation is expected as ballots are returned in record numbers. Utahns respond to the final presidential debate of the 2020 election. Jasen Lee, journalist with the Deseret News, Emily Means, political reporter with KUER, and Spencer Stokes, president of Stokes Strategies join host Jason Perr...

Ballots start arriving in mailboxes across Utah as voters decide an historic election while local candidates face off in fiery debates. Leaders make strategic changes as the state continues to grapple with the COVID-19 crisis. Quin Monson, associate professor of political science at Brigham Young University and partner at Y2 Analytics, Sonja Hutson, political reporter with KUER, and Michelle Quist...

Vice Presidential candidates take the stage at Kingsbury Hall on Wednesday. Panelists breakdown the debate, and identify big takeaways for Utah voters. Local elections continue to stir the pot among voters across the state.  Glen Mills, anchor and senior political correspondent with ABC4 Utah, Lindsay Whitehurst, reporter with the Associated Press, and Robert Gerhke, news columnist with the Salt L...

President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump are diagnosed with COVID-19. Panelists discuss how the fallout from the diagnosis will impact the upcoming Vice Presidential and local debates.  Utahns react as major bombshells are revealed just weeks before the election as leaders across the state continue to adapt to the spread of COVID-19.  McKay Coppins, staff writer at The Atlantic, Rosie Nguyen,...

State and local leaders come under fire as Utah grapples with another surge in Covid-19 cases. Utahns react to the death and legacy of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. The Supreme Court becomes a focal point of the upcoming presidential election as the Senate prepares for a charged confirmation battle. Tanya Vea, vice president and general manager of KSL-TV and KSL Newsradio, Representative Brian King...

As the election season heats up, local controversies make national headlines. New polling shows what Utahns think about major issues from the classroom, to masks, to the next president. Matt Canham, managing editor of The Salt Lake Tribune, former Utah House Representative Rebecca Chavez-Houck, and Rod Arquette, host of the Rod Arquette Show join host Jason Perry for the Hinckley Report, this Frid...