Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt

James and Al contrast Senator Menendez with the crimes of Trump, preview the Republican field before the debate, and welcome PA Congressman Brendan Boyle. They discuss the likelihood of a government shutdown at Republican hands, why it’s proof that MAGA owns the party, and the financial dangers it poses. From lost job creation, cuts to schools, leaving law enforcement and the military without pay, and raising the risk of recession, is this an opportunity to flip the congressional seats that elected Republicans but were won by Biden in the general?Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:Rep. Brendan Boyle:Twitter | House.gov | Website | FaceBook | InstagramPlease Support This Week’s Sponsors:Miracle Made:For 40% off high quality self-cooling sheets plus an extra 20% off with 3 free towels with promo code WARROOM, go to trymiracle.com/warroomBeam:Try Beam’s best-selling Dream Powder and get up to 40% off for a limited time when you go to shopbeam.com/warroom and use code: WARROOM

James and Al welcome election expert Elaine Kamarck to discuss the primary process, the placement of South Carolina as the first in the nation, presidential succession, and the impact of No Labels. Then they talk with VA Democratic Party Chairwoman Susan Swecker to break down the upcoming elections in her state, how MAGA has supplanted traditional Republicans, and why 2023’s elections are such an important bellwether. James and Al also advise the press on how they should handle Trump, lambast Congressional Republicans, and analyze the likely government shutdown.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:Elaine Kamarck:Twitter | Brookings Institute | FixGov Blog | Author of “Primary Politics” & Other BooksSusan Swecker:Twitter | Democratic Party of Virginia | The Majority Project | @VaDemocratsPlease Support This Week’s Sponsors:Henson Shaving:Go to https://hensonshaving.com and enter code WARROOM at checkout to get 100 free blades with your purchase. (Note: you must add both the 100-blade pack and the razor for the discount to apply.)Miracle Made:For 40% off high quality self-cooling sheets plus an extra 20% off with 3 free towels with promo code WARROOM, go to trymiracle.com/warroomMagic Spoon:Get $5 off your custom bundle of delicious Magic Spoon cereal when you go to magicspoon.com/warroom and use the promo code: WARROOM

James and Al shame Republicans for threats of government shutdown and for prioritizing spending cuts that killed the expanded Child Tax Credit and threw millions of kids into poverty. Then they welcome Senator Chris Murphy to discuss the disastrous repeal of the assault weapons ban, celebrate Biden’s passage of a gun safety bill, and highlight the potential for a coalition of parents and youth to take further action. They also look at the electoral prospects in 2024 and ways to expand the democratic coalition to create big wins. Is a focus on conversion over purity the answer?Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:Senator Chris Murphy:Twitter | Website | Senate.govPlease Support This Week’s Sponsors:Zbiotics:Get back into action with Zbiotics with 15% off your first order of the perfect solution to a night out when you go to zbiotics.com/pwr and use code: PWRExpressVPN:Control your data, defend your privacy, and protect yourself at expressvpn.com/warroom with a VPN plan.

James and Al welcome journalist Frank Foer for an inside look at the Biden White House, its strengths and policy successes, how his novel transition strategy kicked off a strong first year, and the factors defining the 2024 race as we head into the fall. Then, they talk with Professor Kathleen Belew to discuss the growing domestic threat of white power groups, how they operate and recruit, their obsession with controlling white women, and Trump’s role in fomenting energy around the great replacement theory while merging extremists and the Republican party.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guests:Frank Foer:Twitter | The Atlantic | NewAmerica.org | Author of “The Last Politician” & Many Other BooksKathleen Belew:Twitter | Website | Northwestern University | Author of “Bring The War Home”Please Support This Week’s Sponsors:Reel Paper:Get 30% off a subscription and free shipping on sustainable paper products for your home when you go to reelpaper.com/warroom and use promo code: WARROOM

James and Al lament the Trumpist takeover of the House Oversight Committee and the expiry of childcare support, and talk with financial maven Roger Altman. They look at the improving strength of the economy, and weigh the options of Jay Powell as the risks of recession and inflation's dangers seem to be declining. Then, they break down the effects of China’s economic malaise and why they won’t surpass us, and explain why one of our biggest upcoming challenges will be spending the massive funds allocated to our country from the infrastructure bill and other initiatives. Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:Roger Altman:Evercore | The Hamilton Project

James and Al give their take on the Republican field going into their first debate and preview the current legal outlook of Trump and his co-conspirators on the heels of Rudy’s prison booking. They also break down why the national mood has soured despite positive economic numbers and welcome journalist Sarah Ellison to discuss the love-hate relationship between Trump and Fox, how to cover Donald, and why Tucker is growing irrelevant in the face of Murdoch’s media machine. Then, they explore why Trump’s popularity holds with the people who feel forgotten and left behind. Will they ever see sense and abandon their candidate?Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:Sarah Ellison:WaPo | Twitter | AuthorPlease Support This Week’s Sponsors:EveryPlate:Get delicious high quality meal kits delivered to you with EveryPlate for just $1.49 per meal by going to everyplate.com/podcast and using promo code: 49WARROOM

James and Al are joined by Professor Morgan Cloud to explain the difference between the federal and Georgia state RICO statutes, why Trump was indicted there, and if it will split the Republican party. Then, they sit down with Professor Sean Wilentz to discuss how the way history is being taught is changing with the growing trend towards presentism and dive into how it affects coverage of the early days of the abolition movement in the United States. They also share their benchmark odds for important political happenings– do they have them right?Political Odds Making From James & AlTrump Winning The Nomination- 2:1Over/Under On How Many Indicted In Fulton County Go To Trial- Under 13Which Trump Case Goes First- Mar-A-LagoTrump Not Having A Bombshell Press Conference- 2:1Trump Schedules His Arraignment During Republican Milwaukee Debate- 1:1 (and if he does 4:1 CNN has a split screen to cover it)Most Likely Nominee If It’s Not Trump- J.D. VanceEmail your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guests:Professor Morgan Cloud:Emory University School of Law | SSRN Articles Professor Sean WilentzTwitter | Princeton History Department | Author of “No Property In Man” & Many Other BooksPlease Support This Week’s Sponsors:Lomi:Turn your food waste into dirt with the press of a button with Lomi. Use the code WARROOM to save $50 at lomi.com/warroomExpressVPN:Control your data, defend your privacy, and protect yourself at expressvpn.com/warroom and get 3 months free on your VPN plan.

James and Al celebrate the collapse of the DeSantis campaign and the recent show of strength by Democrats in midwestern Republican strongholds post Dobbs. Then, they’re joined by historian and author Evan Thomas to discuss the surrender of Japan during World War II after our decision to bomb Hiroshima and Nagasaki with a focus on the key decision makers in both countries. From there, they weigh the threats to bring back the use of nuclear weapons by Russia and look at what those involved during 1945 would think of the world’s continued reluctance to use them again.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:Get More From Evan Thomas:Twitter | Website | Author of “The Road to Surrender” & Many Other Books

James and Al emphasize how winning the upcoming elections is dependent on us all getting politically active and are joined by economics expert Professor Laura Tyson. Together, they give us the case for Bidenomics, explain the similarities and differences to what Clinton did, and why Democrats are historically far better for the economy than Republicans. Whether it’s the focus on bottom up and middle out growth, or infrastructure projects that create jobs and strengthen social support systems, they make it clear voters don’t want to get trickled down on!Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:Get More From Professor Laura Tyson:Twitter | UC Berkeley | Econtwitter.net | Project Syndicate | Obamawhitehouse.archives.gov

James and Al explore the growing constitutional crisis in Israel, Team Trump’s legal troubles, and welcome master Democratic strategist Simon Rosenberg to discuss growing the party’s share of the 2024 vote. They focus on the power of the Dobbs decision to split the Republican party and win over voters, the key demographics in the Democratic coalition in the 2024 elections, and how focusing on them and the GOTV effort can continue to grow the expanding majority that began with Bill Clinton. Will it be enough to solidify its lasting leadership after President Biden’s policy successes?Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:Get More From Simon Rosenberg:Twitter | New Democrat Network Bio | Substack

James and Al take down the faltering DeSantis campaign and lay into the legal issues that will likely take down Trump and might prevent him from the nomination. They also welcome OMB Director Shalanda Young for a conversation about the politics of the South East, what it takes to rise to a position of leadership, and how government functions from the inside. Together, they discuss the way politics plays out on the ground, building legislative coalitions, and keeping the country going in the face of extreme partisanship. Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guests:Get More From OMB Director Shalanda Young:Twitter | WhiteHouse.gov | Council On Foundations Director Shalanda Young Bio:She made history when she was confirmed with a bipartisan vote in the United States Senate, becoming the first Black woman to lead the agency. As Director, she has secured historic levels of funding for key national priorities—from vital assistance to Ukraine, to disaster relief for communities impacted by natural disasters, to critical investments in child care, education, public health, and climate. She was a top negotiator in the spring of 2023 averting a catastrophic debt default.A native of Southern Louisiana, Young moved to D.C. nearly two decades ago to serve as a Presidential Management Fellow at the National Institute of Health. She then spent 14 years on Capitol Hill, where she ultimately served as Staff Director for the House Appropriations Committee. She holds a Master’s Degree from Tulane University and a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Loyola University New Orleans. She lives with her family – including her young daughter, Charlie – in Washington, DC.Please Support This Week’s Sponsors:ExpressVPN:Control your data, defend your privacy, and protect yourself at expressvpn.com/warroom and get 3 months free on your VPN plan.Henson Shaving:Go to https://hensonshaving.com and enter: WARROOM at checkout to get 100 free blades with your purchase.(Note: you must add both the 100-blade pack and the razor for the discount to apply.)

With so many multi-faceted global issues requiring leadership, James and Al are joined by climate visionary and former Vice President Al Gore to discuss the challenges and hopes surrounding the plans to save the planet– plus their role in building a successful 21st century economy here at home. Then, they talk to Rep. Krishnamoorthi about how we should handle the escalating competition we face from China and the importance of planning ahead in a world facing resource shortages– before it’s too late!Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guests:Get More From Former Vice President Al Gore:Twitter | Website | Climate Reality Twitter | Senate.gov | IMDB | Author of “An Inconvenient Truth & Others”Get More From Rep. Raja Krisnamoorthi:Twitter | House.gov | Website Please Support This Week’s Sponsor:Lomi:Turn your food waste into dirt with the press of a button with Lomi. Use the code WARROOM to save $50 at lomi.com/warroom

James and Al are joined by Republican Presidential candidate Chris Christie to dive into how he plans to win the nomination, the legal issues facing Trump, and what his administration would prioritize. From there, Michael Kofman lays out the current state of the Russia-Ukraine War, and looks ahead to how it might end. During their conversation, James and Al also take the Supreme Court’s leadership to task for their politicized decisions and corruption, with an additional warning about the growing threat of spoilers like RFK Jr. and Cornel West in 2024. Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guests:Get More From Governor Chris Christie:Twitter | Website | National Governor’s Association | FaceBookGet More From Michael Kofman:Twitter | Senior Carnegie Fellow | War On The RocksPlease Support This Week’s Sponsor:Reel PaperGet planet friendly Reel Paper products at target.com, in store, with the Target App, or at reelpaper.com/warroom

James and Al look at how President Biden will hold up going into 2024, and welcome WaPo’s David Ignatius and USICH Executive Director Jeff Olivet to examine our most pressing international and domestic issues. David discusses the recent coup attempt in Russia, Donald’s mishandling of information, and what China might be thinking. From there, Jeff shares the intricacies of the homelessness crisis, what works, and how our politicians should address the issue.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guests:Get More From Jeff Olivet:Twitter | USICH Get More From David Ignatius:Twitter | WaPo | Website | AuthorPlease Support This Week’s Sponsors:Zbiotics:Get back into action with Zbiotics with 15% off your first order of the perfect solution to a night out when you go to zbiotics.com/pwr and use code: PWR

James and Al shame Justice Alito and stand up for the necessary integrity of our legal system before being joined by revered journalist Ron Brownstein for a deep dive into the 2024 race. They look at how the public sees the assumed Biden/Trump match up, what things would be like if the dynamics were changed, and the strong Democratic bench that could help heal the increasingly dangerous political divide.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:Get More From Ron Brownstein:Twitter | The Atlantic | National Journal | Author of “Rock Me On The Water”Please Support This Week’s Sponsors:Henson Shaving:Go to https://hensonshaving.com and enter: WARROOM at checkout to get 100 free blades with your purchase.(Note: you must add both the 100-blade pack and the razor for the discount to apply.)ExpressVPN:Control your data, defend your privacy, and protect yourself at expressvpn.com/warroom and get 3 months free on your VPN plan.

James and Al skewer Trump for continuing to publicly convict himself of the crimes he’s accused of, and emphasize the need for civic education to protect our democracy. They also speak with Fmr. Defense Secretary Bill Cohen for an analysis of how serious the charges facing Trump are, the implications for our alliances, and the importance of regulation to protect the lives of our people out in the field.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:Former Secretary of Defense Bill Cohen:Defense.gov | Center For Strategic & International Studies | The Cohen GroupPlease Support This Week’s Sponsors:Hold On Bags:Shop plant based bags and replace single use plastics all over your home by visiting holdonbags.com and enter promo code: WARROOM at checkout to save 20% off your order.Lomi:Turn your food waste into dirt with the press of a button with Lomi. Use the code WARROOM to save $50 at lomi.com/warroom

James and Al are joined by Rep. Ro Khanna for a powerful and wide ranging conversation about the future. They discuss what should happen to Senator Feinstein’s seat, why “it’s the economy, stupid” and how to improve messaging, and weigh President Biden’s strengths and weaknesses– concluding there are risks, but his record has made him the best choice given the current challengers.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:Congressman Ro Khanna:Twitter | Website | House.govPlease Support This Week’s Sponsors:Reel Paper:Get 30% off your first order and free shipping of environmentally friendly paper products when you sign up for a subscription at reelpaper.com/warroom and use the promo code: WARROOM

James and Al take a moment to celebrate President Biden’s strong negotiation of the debt ceiling and welcome master strategist Paula Begala to talk politics, sports, faith, and the lay of the land in Texas. Does AG Ken Paxton’s fall and Republican overextension create an opportunity for Democrats in the Senate there? And more importantly, is Colin Allred the candidate to get it done? Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from! Get More From This Week’s Guest: Paul Begala: Twitter | University of Virginia Center For Politics | CNN | Author

James and Al take on the growing debt ceiling debacle caused by Republican intransigence, and welcome Artificial Intelligence expert John Guttag of MIT to explore the novel technologies upending our notions of work. They cover how programs like ChatGPT will change the way companies do business, how politicians craft campaigns and messages, and what it all means for the future. Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from! Get More From This Week’s Guest: Professor John Guttag: MIT | Author Please Support This Week’s Sponsors: Zbiotics: Get back into action with Zbiotics with 15% off your first order of the perfect solution to a night out when you go to zbiotics.com/pwr and use code: PWR Henson Shaving: Go to https://hensonshaving.com and enter: WARROOM at checkout to get 100 free blades with your purchase. (Note: you must add both the 100-blade pack and the razor for the discount to apply.) ExpressVPN: Control your information. defend your rights and protect yourself at expressvpn.com/warroom and get 3 months free on your VPN plan.

James and Al attack the politicized investigation of John Durham and welcome Ed Luce for a review of the biggest developments at home and around the world. Together, they look at the latest in Europe, China’s role in the Ukraine-Russia war and the international order, the risks facing President Biden’s re-election campaign, and how CNN has revealed Trump’s dangerous ongoing pull on the media. Then, James and Al do a deep dive into how Republicans are screwing the voters in a brand new segment!Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:Ed Luce:Financial Times | Twitter | Author of “The Retreat of Western Liberalism & Many Other BooksPlease Support This Week’s Sponsor:Lomi:Turn your food waste into dirt with the press of a button with Lomi. Use the code WARROOM to save $50 at lomi.com/warroom

James and Al tear into the eroding institution of monarchy across the pond, then welcome legal maven Aitan Goelman for a deep dive into the legal troubles facing Donald Trump, the potential for Jack Smith to hold him to account, and what comes next. Then, they sit down with Luke Russert for a poignant conversation about finding your own way and his relationship with his dad, Tim Russert– along with a healthy dose of sports. Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from! Get More From This Week’s Guests: Aitan Goelman: Twitter | Zuckerman Spaeder Law | LinkedIn | CFTC Luke Russert: Twitter | Instagram | Website | Harper Horizon | Author of “Look For Me There” Please Support This Week’s Sponsor: Hold On Bags: Shop plant based bags and replace single use plastics all over your home by visiting holdonbags.com and enter promo code: WARROOM at checkout to save 20% off your order.

James and Al welcome PA Gov. Shapiro to discuss restoring bipartisan trust in elections, why to take campaigns on the road, the Republican budget mess, and the policies to focus on– from tackling crime to public-private partnerships that benefit children. They also lay into the fall of the Supreme Court, the hope Senate candidate Colin Allred is giving to Democrats in Texas, and the state of the parties. Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:Governor Josh Shapiro:PA.gov | Twitter | Website | FaceBook

James and Al raise heck over the corruption of the Republican House, lay out the implications of Tucker Carlson’s departure, and celebrate the fall of Fox News. Then they welcome WaPo’s Sarah Ellison to explain the media ecosystem’s tectonic changes, how coverage might change going forward, Trump’s growing challenges, and what we can expect in the aftermath of the current news cycle. Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from! Get More From This Week’s Guest: Sarah Ellison: WaPo | Twitter | Author Please Support This Week’s Sponsors: Henson Shaving: Go to https://hensonshaving.com and enter: WARROOM at checkout to get 100 free blades with your purchase. (Note: you must add both the 100-blade pack and the razor for the discount to apply.) Zbiotics: Get back into action with Zbiotics with 15% off your first order of the perfect solution to a night out when you go to zbiotics.com/pwr and use code: PWR

James and Al sound off on the pathetic leadership of Rep. McCarthy, his failure to put forward a coherent budget, and the danger of the ‘No Labels’ campaign. Then, they discuss the various lawsuits targeting FOX, before welcoming WaPo senior national security writer Shane Harris to explore the recent leaks by Jack Teixeira, how they affect our politics, and the ways leakers have affected policy in the past.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:Shane Harris:WaPo | Website | Twitter | Chatter Podcast | AuthorPlease Support This Week’s Sponsors:Express VPN: Protect your cybersecurity with an extra three months free on a one-year package when sign up for Express VPN at expressvpn.com/warroomMagic Spoon:Get $5 off your custom bundle of delicious Magic Spoon cereal when you go to magicspoon.com/warroom and use the promo code: WARROOM

James and Al fire off on the extreme actions of Republican state governments in Texas and Tennessee that are actively undermining our country. Then, they welcome revered journalist Thomas Edsall to discuss the Right’s radical rejection of centrism and former D.C. Police Officer Michael Fanone to share his experiences at The Capitol on J6 with insight into how he now feels about the MAGA movement.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guests:Thomas Edsall:Twitter | NYT | Columbia University | AuthorMichael Fanone:Bio | AuthorPlease Support This Week’s Sponsors:Lomi: Turn your food waste into dirt with the press of a button with Lomi. Use the code WARROOM to save $50 at lomi.com/WARROOMHold On Bags:Shop plant based bags and replace single use plastics all over your home by visiting holdonbags.com and enter promo code: WARROOM at checkout to save 20% off your order.

James and Al break down the recent elections of a Democrat Supreme Court Justice in Wisconsin and for the next mayor of Chicago. They also hold court on Donald’s arraignment and its political impact, the other charges he faces in jurisdictions across the country, and how the electorate thinks about him now. Now that the Republicans look weak, is this the perfect time to press them on their failure to produce a budget?Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Please Support This Week’s Sponsor:Reel Paper:Get 30% off your first order and free shipping of environmentally friendly paper products when you sign up for a subscription at reelpaper.com/warroom and use the promo code: WARROOM

James and Al emphasize the case for sensible gun reform and bring on Rep. Dan Goldman to break down the legal threats facing Donald, the potential for indictment, and the risk Michael Cohen poses in NYC. Then, they welcome sports expert John Feinstein to give us the latest updates on the state of college basketball and what to expect during the finals of March Madness.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guests:Rep. Dan Goldman:Twitter | Campaign Site | Act BlueJohn Feinstein:Twitter | WaPo | Author of “Raise A Fist, Take A Knee” & More

James and Al are joined by Wisconsin Democratic Party Chair Ben Wikler to discuss their critical upcoming Supreme Court election that will decide the balance of power in their state’s justice system. At stake is the right to abortion that faces draconian limitations, and voting suppression initiatives that threaten democracy and hand elections to Republicans for years to come.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:Ben Wikler:Twitter | Wisconsin Democratic Party | Website | Wisconsin Donations | MoveOnPlease Support This Week’s Sponsors:Hold On Bags:Shop plant based bags and replace single use plastics all over your home by visiting holdonbags.com and enter promo code: WARROOM at checkout to save 20% off your order.Henson Shaving:Go to https://hensonshaving.com and enter: WARROOM at checkout to get 100 free blades with your purchase.(Note: you must add both the 100-blade pack and the razor for the discount to apply.)

James and Al give their insights on March Madness and welcome former ambassador to Egypt Frank Wisner and storied congressional representative Barney Frank. In their conversations they discuss the Iranian-Saudi relationship, how China plays into the modern diplomatic landscape, and examine the recent financial troubles facing banks like SVB across the nation.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guests:Frank WisnerMiddle East Institute | American Iranian CouncilRep. Barney FrankTwitter | House.gov | WebsitePlease Support This Week’s Sponsor:Lomi:Turn your food waste into dirt with the press of a button with Lomi. Use the code WARROOM tosave $50 at lomi.com/WARROOM

James and Al celebrate President Biden’s defense of Medicare before welcoming strategist Jim Gerstein and transportation expert Jeff Davis. In their conversation, they discuss the breakdown of Israeli politics and how the rise of their Right wing mirrors Trumpism in the USA, before taking on the logistical difficulties involved in upgrading our transportation infrastructure and preventing disasters in Middle America.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guests:Jim Gerstein GBAO Strategies Jeff DavisTwitter | Eno TransportationPlease Support This Week’s Sponsors:Hold On Bags:Shop plant based bags and replace single use plastics all over your home by visiting holdonbags.com and enter promo code: WARROOM at checkout to save 20% off your order.Sleep Me:Head over to sleep.me/warroom to learn more about comfortable and cooling sleep systems and save 25% off the purchase of any new Dock Pro, Ooler, or Cube order.Reel Paper:Get 30% off your first order and free shipping of environmentally friendly paper products when you sign up for a subscription at reelpaper.com/warroom and use the promo code: WARROOM

James and Al take on the anti-woke focus of Ron DeSantis, and dive into the recent electoral battles from Wisconsin to Chicago that are defining the next phase of our country’s future. Then, they welcome MD Governor Wes Moore to discuss the importance of creating opportunity in tech, building up minority constituents, and enacting policy that supports the needs of workers and children. Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from! Get More From This Week’s Guest: Governor Wes Moore Twitter | Official Twitter | Website | Facebook | Instagram Please Support This Week’s Sponsor: Sleep Me: Head over to sleep.me/warroom to learn more about comfortable and cooling sleep systems and save 25% off the purchase of any new Dock Pro, Ooler, or Cube order.

James and Al dive into the budding 2024 race and emphasize the importance of the WI Supreme Court elections. Then, they welcome journalist Marcy Wheeler to explain the pernicious influence of Russia on the MAGA Republicans, followed by Professor Morgan Cloud to discuss the recent grand jury developments targeting Trump’s actions in GA during the 2020 elections. Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guests:Marcy WheelerTwitter | Website | The Intercept | The Marshall ProjectProfessor Morgan CloudEmory University School of Law | SSRN Articles Please Support This Week’s Sponsors:Hold On Bags:Shop plant based bags and replace single use plastics all over your home by visiting holdonbags.com and enter promo code: WARROOM at checkout to save 20% off your order.Magic Spoon:Get $5 off your next delicious custom bundle of Magic Spoon cereal when you go to magicspoon.com/warroom and use promo code: WARROOMHenson Shaving:Go to hensonshaving.com and enter promo code: WARROOM at checkout to get 100 free blades with your purchase. (Note: you must add both the 100-blade pack and the razor for the discount to apply.)

James and Al share their thoughts on Trump’s new nickname for DeSantis, recent natural disasters and the war in Europe. Then, they welcome Rep. Colin Allred to share a Super Bowl retrospective and discuss the House weaponization committee, retaking Red States, and fighting for racial progress when Republicans are censoring the Black experience in the education of our children.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:Rep. Colin AllredTwitter | House.gov | Website | FacebookPlease Support This Week’s Sponsors:Rhone Apparel:Upgrade your closet with Rhone’s high quality clothing and use promo code: WARROOM to save 20% at rhone.com/warroom Lomi:Turn your food waste into dirt with the press of a button with Lomi. Use the code WARROOM tosave $50 at lomi.com/WARROOM

James and Al review the strong SOTU speech by President Biden and take on the Timid 20 in the Republican caucus who refuse to stand up to their side’s extremists. Then, they welcome Greg Cosell for an in-depth analysis of Super Bowl LVII and to hear his winner prediction, followed by MS gubernatorial candidate Brandon Presley to discuss his upcoming race and how Democrats can retake the South.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guests:Greg Cosell:Twitter | NFL Films | The Install PodcastBrandon PresleyTwitter | Website | MS Public Services Commission | InstagramPlease Support This Week’s Sponsors:Reel Paper:Save 30% on your subscription order of sustainable home paper products when you go to reelpaper.com/warroom and use the promo code: WARROOMHoldOn Bags:Save 20% off your order of plant based bags to replace single use plastics all over your home when you go to holdonbags.com and use promo code: WARROOM

James and Al break down the ridiculous debt ceiling fight sparked by the Republicans and skewer the 2024 Republican primary field that could lead to an independent run by Trump. Then, they’re joined by law professor and author David Harris to examine current policing policies that have led to disastrous outcomes, the role of systemic racism, and how we can reform the force.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:David Harris:Twitter | University of Pittsburgh Law | Criminal Justice Podcast | Author Please Support This Week’s Sponsors:Upside:Download upside.com’s free app to start getting major cash back on your purchases, plus get an extra 25 cents a gallon on your first tank of gas when you use promo code: WARROOMHenson Shaving:Go to hensonshaving.com and enter promo code: WARROOM at checkout to get 100 free blades with your purchase. (Note: you must add both the 100-blade pack and the razor for the discount to apply.)

James and Al discuss the traitors in our midst like former counter intelligence official and FBI agent Charles McGonigal, and how Russia continues to upend our politics. Then, they are joined by former NATO Supreme Commander Admiral James Stravridis to discuss the facts on the ground in Ukraine, the need for Western aid, and how things might end, before looking at how our readiness compares to potential threats from China.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:Admiral James Stavridis:Twitter | Website | Carlyle Group | Author of “To Risk It All” & Other BooksPlease Support This Week’s Sponsors:Hold On Bags:Shop plant based bags and replace single use plastics all over your home by visiting holdonbags.com and enter promo code: WARROOM at checkout to save 20% off your order.

James and Al look at the weaknesses of the GOP caucus and the difficulty they will have in taking congressional action. Then, they welcome legal expert Andrew Weissmann to discuss the process that goes into investigations of our politicians with a particular focus on the differences between the recent finds of classified documents at the homes of Trump and President Biden.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:Andrew Weissmann:Twitter | NYU Law | Just Security | Where Law Ends: Inside the Mueller Investigation | AuthorPlease Support This Week’s Sponsors:Lomi:Turn your food waste into dirt with the press of a button with Lomi. Use the code WARROOM tosave $50 at lomi.com/WARROOM

James and Al decimate the insanity of the incoming Republican congress with a strong defense of immigration and President Biden. Then, they welcome Princeton’s Julian Zelizer to discuss the many myths in our collective memory going from the Revolutionary War all the way to the so-called Reagan Revolution that continue to define the way we think about our country and our politics.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:Professor Julian Zelizer:Twitter | Princeton | Author of “Myth America” & Many Other BooksPlease Support This Week’s Sponsors:Rhone Apparel:Upgrade your closet with Rhone’s high quality clothing and use promo code: WARROOM to save 20% at rhone.com/warroom Hold On Bags:Shop plant based bags and replace single use plastics all over your home by visiting holdonbags.com and enter promo code: WARROOM at checkout to save 20% off your order.

In the midst of the Republican’s farcical battle to elect the next Speaker of the House, James and Al are joined by NYT’s Washington expert Carl Hulse for deeper insight into the proceedings. They discuss Rep. McCarthy’s prospects, the effect of the proposed motion to vacate, and what the disarray means for critical legislation and the future of the next congress– with a little bit of football thrown in. Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:Carl Hulse:Twitter | NYT | Author of “Confirmation Bias”Please Support This Week’s Sponsor:Reel Paper:Get 30% off your first order and free shipping of environmentally friendly paper products when you sign up for a subscription at reelpaper.com/warroom and use the promo code: WARROOM

With 2023 almost here, James and Al ring in the new year with friends George Stevens, Jill Abramson, Fred Wertheimer, and Jane Mayer. Together, they discuss the current state of the media and entertainment, before forecasting the political future of the speakership, the presidency, dark money, and the Ukraine-Russia war– with a solid takedown of lying George Santos. Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guests:George Stevens:Oscars.org | IMDB | websiteJane Mayer:Twitter | The New Yorker | Author of “Dark Money” & Other BooksJill Abramson:Twitter | NYT | Harvard | Author Fred Wertheimer:Twitter | Just Security | Wertheimer Lipton | Democracy 21Please Support This Week’s Sponsor:Blinkist:For a 7 day free trial and 25% off a premium membership– plus Blinkist Connect which gives you two premium memberships for the price of one– go to blinkist.com/warroom

With Christmas just around the corner, James and Al welcome their wives Judy Woodruff and Mary Matalin to ring in the season with some holiday stories. Then, they take on the corruption of the Republican party, contrast Trump and Nixon, and lay out the perils of dark money and why it’s a winning issue. Should the Democrats be focused on the big issues with more than 2/3rds support instead of wedge topics catering to the base?Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:Mary Matalin:Website | Author Judy Woodruff:Twitter | PBS NewsHour Please Support This Week’s SponsorsReel Paper:For little lemur Reel Paper products and 30% off and free shipping on your first order, go to reelpaper.com/lemur and use promo code: WARROOMMiracle Brand:For 40% off high quality self-cooling sheets with 3 free towels that makes a great holiday gift, go to trymiracle.com/warroom and use the promo code: WARROOMHoldOn Bags:Save 20% when you replace your single use plastic by visiting holdonbags.com and using the promo code: WARROOM

James and Al summon political consultant and the mastermind behind the win of Senator Warnock in Georgia, Quentin Fulks, to analyze how their campaign won its critical run-off election for majority control. They also discuss the ways campaigns in swing states can broaden their appeal, how to bring voters with Democratic sympathies back to the polls, and what it might look like if the party adopted a 50 state strategy. Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from! Get More From This Week’s Guest: Quentin Fulks: Twitter | LinkedIn | Think Big Illinois | Warnock For Georgia Please Support This Week’s Sponsors Lomi: Turn your food waste into dirt with the press of a button with Lomi. Use the code WARROOM to save $50 at lomi.com/WARROOM Henson Shaving: Go to hensonshaving.com and enter promo code: WARROOM at checkout to get 100 free blades with your purchase. (Note: you must add both the 100-blade pack and the razor for the discount to apply.) Raycon: Get 15% off your Raycon order and free express shipping on orders over $85 when you go to buyraycon.com and use the promo code: HOLIDAY

James and Al are joined by UF Political Science Prof. Michael McDonald to discuss the factors that led to the re-election of Sen. Warnock in GA, the weakness of MAGA, and how minorities and turn-out play a key role in victory. They also look at the issues that bring voters to the polls, why Democrats overperformed expectations in the midterms, and what to do to make sure it keeps happening in 2024 and beyond. Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from! Get More From This Week’s Guest: Dr. Michael McDonald: Twitter | University of Florida | Mastodon | ElectProject.org Please Support This Week’s Sponsors Blinkist: For a 7 day free trial and 25% off a premium membership– plus Blinkist Connect which gives you two premium memberships for the price of one– go to blinkist.com/warroom Miracle Brand: For 40% off high quality self-cooling sheets with 3 free towels that makes a great holiday gift, go to trymiracle.com/warroom and use the promo code: WARROOM Sleep Me: Save 25% off the purchase of any new Dock Pro, Cube, or Ooler sleep system when you got to sleep.me

James and Al are joined by Arizona Congressman Ruben Gallego for a wide ranging conversation covering everything from the prospects of the newly elected House and who might lead each party, to the desires of AZ voters and how to keep the state voting Blue. They also do a deep dive into border issues, focusing on how to support immigration and win elections with smart and nuanced policy. Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:Rep. Ruben Gallego:Twitter | House.gov | Website | Instagram | Newsletter | Facebook | Statement on DobbsPlease review our recent episode show notes for sponsor discounts and deals to support the show!

In this special episode exploring the pernicious effects of dark money on our politics, James and Al welcome Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, investigative journalist Jane Mayer, and former AZ AG Terry Goddard. They dive into how dark money is corrupting our political parties, the Supreme Court, and our electoral systems, while naming some of the biggest offenders. More importantly, they also share the ways we can fight back!Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guests:Senator Sheldon Whitehouse:Twitter | Senate.gov | Congress.gov | YouTube | Author of “The Scheme” & Other BooksJane Mayer:Twitter | The New Yorker | Author of “Dark Money” & Other BooksFormer AZ AG & Phoenix Mayor Terry Goddard:Twitter | Central Arizona Project | Goddard Law PLC | Ballotpedia | StopDarkMoney.comPlease Support This Week’s Sponsors:Reel Paper:For little lemur Reel Paper products and 30% off and free shipping on your first order, go to reelpaper.com/lemur and use promo code: WARROOMExpress VPN:Get 3 months free on an Express VPN subscription when you go to expressvpn.com/warroomMiracle Brand:For 40% off high quality self-cooling sheets with 3 free towels that makes a great holiday gift, go to trymiracle.com/warroom and use the promo code: WARROOM

James and Al take on the greed of oil companies and the dark money fueling the Republican takeover of the judicial system before bringing on Rep. Ro Khanna to explore the role of progressives, how they play into the future of liberalism, and their place in the Democratic party. Then, they pivot to author Tyler Bridges to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the infamous Stanford v. Cal football game.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guests:Congressman Ro Khanna:Twitter | Website | House.govTyler Bridges:Twitter | Website | NOLA.com | Author of “Five Laterals & A Trombone” & Other BooksPlease Support This Week’s Sponsors:Henson Shaving:Go to hensonshaving.com and enter promo code: WARROOM at checkout to get 100 free blades with your purchase. (Note: you must add both the 100-blade pack and the razor for the discount to apply.)Raycon:Get 20% off your Raycon order when you go to buyraycon.com and use the promo code: EARLYBFUpside:Download upside.com’s free app to start getting major cash back on your purchases, plus get $5 back on your first purchase of $10 or more when you use promo code: WARROOM

With the midterm results continuing to come in with a strong showing for Democrats, James and Al bring on NYT contributor and author of ‘Weapons of Mass Delusion’ Robert Draper to dive into why many expectations of a red wave got upended. They cover the weaknesses of the Republican candidates, the electoral hazards of playing into Trumpian delusions, and if the Right has finally been taken to task by voters.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:Robert Draper:Twitter | NYT | National Geographic | Author of “Weapons Of Mass Delusion” & Other BooksPlease Support This Week’s Sponsors:Henson Shaving:Go to hensonshaving.com and enter promo code: WARROOM at checkout to get 100 free blades with your purchase. (Note: you must add both the 100-blade pack and the razor for the discount to apply.)Blinkist:For a 7 day free trial and 25% off a premium membership– plus Blinkist Connect which gives you two premium memberships for the price of one– go to blinkist.com/warroomMiracle Brand:For 40% off high quality self-cooling sheets with 3 free towels that makes a great holiday gift, go to trymiracle.com/warroom and use the promo code: WARROOM

James and Al fire off on the forces in the Democratic Party driving away voters and bring on pollster Stanley Greenberg to explore the numbers behind the issues that are defining the midterms. They examine how proposed policy and language affects the electorate with a view towards what works and what doesn’t, before diving into elections in Israel and other countries around the world.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:Stanley Greenberg:Twitter | Democracy Corps | Greenberg Research | AuthorPlease Support This Week’s Sponsors:Lomi:Turn your food waste into dirt with the press of a button with Lomi. Use the code WARROOM tosave $50 at lomi.com/WARROOM‘Some Of My Best Friends Are’ Podcast:Listen to ‘Some Of My Best Friends Are’ with Harvard Professor Khalil Gibran Muhammad and journalist Ben Austen for incredible bridge building conversations wherever you get podcasts

James and Al bring on Associate Editor of the Financial Times Ed Luce to discuss the fall of Liz Truss, the high turnover of the UK’s Prime Ministers, and what to expect going forward under Rishi Sunak. Then, they’re joined by expert on Pennsylvania politics Jonathan Tamari from the Philadelphia Inquirer to lay out the factors defining the midterm races there, weigh the candidates, and look ahead to what to expect on November 8th. Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from! Get More From This Week’s GuestS: Ed Luce: Financial Times | Twitter | Author of “The Retreat of Western Liberalism & Many Other Books Jonathan Tamari: Twitter | The Philadelphia Inquirer Please Support This Week’s Sponsors: The Economist’s Checks & Balance: Subscribe to The Economist’s Checks & Balance podcast on Acast or wherever you prefer to listen. You can also find it at economist.com Reel Paper: Go to reelpaper.com/warroom to get 30% off and free shipping on your first order when you sign up for a subscription using the promo code: WARROOM The Jordan Harbinger Show: Go to jordanharbinger.com or wherever you prefer to get your podcasts and start listening

Facing a world in chaos and with early voting in Georgia surprising observers, James and Al bring on foreign policy expert David Ignatius and Georgia political specialist Stephen Fowler to break down the latest. In their discussion, they look at the state of the midterm elections in Georgia after the debates, and explore the latest from the Ukraine War, and the growing political discontent in Iran. Do we dare hope Iran can one day become an ally?Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guests: David Ignatius:Twitter | WaPo | Website | Author of “The Paladin” & Many Other BooksStephen Fowler:Twitter | Georgia Public Broadcasting Please Support This Week’s SponsorsLomi:Turn your food waste into dirt with the press of a button with Lomi. Use the code WARROOM tosave $50 at lomi.com/warroomBlinkist:For a 7 day free trial and 25% off a premium membership– plus Blinkist Connect which gives you two premium memberships for the price of one– go to blinkist.com/warroomRaycon:Get 15% off your Raycon order when you go to buyraycon.com and use the promo code: WARROOM15