TAC Right Now

Andrew Day, Sumantra Maitra, and Joseph Addington discuss the murder of Charlie Kirk, the political fallout, the dangers of social media, and America's uncertain future. Recorded September 11, 2025.

Andrew Day, Sumantra Maitra, and Joseph Addington discuss China's military parade and summit of world leaders, America's strikes on a Venezuelan boat, and the Israel divide at the National Conservatism conference. Recorded September 3, 2025.

Andrew Day, Jude Russo, and Joseph Addington discuss the FBI raid on John Bolton's home, President Donald Trump's firing of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, the possibility of war with Venezuela, and more. Recorded August 27, 2025.

Andrew Day and Sumantra Maitra talk to Mark Episkopos of the Quincy Institute about President Donald Trump's flurry of diplomatic activity on Russia-Ukraine. Then, they discuss the looming Israel-Iran war. Recorded August 21, 2025.

Andrew Day, Sumantra Maitra, and Joseph Addington discuss President Donald Trump's crackdown on crime in the nation's capital, the Pentagon's new war on cartels, and the upcoming Trump–Putin summit in Alaska. Recorded August 13, 2025.

Andrew Day, Sumantra Maitra, and Joseph Addington discuss President Donald Trump's punishing new tariffs on India, his upcoming meeting with Vladimir Putin, and Nayib Bukele's move that could let him remain president of El Salvador for life. Recorded August 7, 2025.

Andrew Day, Jude Russo, and Sumantra Maitra discuss President Donald Trump's new trade deal with Europe, his tariff threats against India, and the global vibe shift on Israel-Palestine. Recorded July 31, 2025.

Andrew Day, Sumantra Maitra, and Joseph Addington discuss President Donald Trump's accusing Barack Obama of treason, mass protests in Ukraine, and conservatives' fears that the White House is mulling amnesty for illegal aliens. Recorded July 23, 2025.

Andrew Day, Jude Russo, and Joseph Addington discuss President Donald Trump's plan to send more weapons to Ukraine, his frustration with the Jeffrey Epstein scandal, and Israel's strikes on Syria. Recorded July 17, 2025.

Andrew Day, Sumantra Maitra, and Joseph Addington discuss the Trump administration's shutting down the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. Then, they discuss Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's third visit to the White House and President Donald Trump's apparent reversals on aid for Ukraine and amnesty for illegal aliens. Recorded July 9, 2025.

Andrew Day, Sumantra Maitra, and Joseph Addington discuss Bob Vylan's anti-Israel chant at the Glastonbury music festival. Then, they talk about the fraught politics of the Big, Beautiful Bill. Recorded July 2, 2025.

Andrew Day, Jude Russo, and Joseph Addington discuss the 12-day Iran war, Zohran Mamdani's surprise victory in New York, and a proposal in Congress to sell federal lands. Recorded June 25, 2025.

Andrew Day and Sumantra Maitra talk to Kelley Vlahos of the Quincy Institute about Israel's surprise attack on Iran, whether President Donald Trump helped Israel carry it out, worrying escalation dynamics, and the odds of America joining a regime-change operation. Recorded June 16, 2025.

Andrew Day, Sumantra Maitra, and Joseph Addington discuss ICE raids in Los Angeles, Elon Musk bending the knee to President Donald Trump, and the fragile state of U.S.-Iran diplomacy. Recorded June 11, 2025.

In this special crossover episode of TAC Right Now, Curt Mills and Andrew Day talk to author and public intellectual Robert Wright about the Trump administration's foreign policy. Recorded June 5, 2025.

Andrew Day, Sumantra Maitra, and Joseph Addington debate whether America should "walk away" from Russia-Ukraine diplomacy. Then, they discuss President Trump's foreign-policy realism, signs of civilizational politics, and the "big beautiful bill." Recorded May 29, 2025.

Andrew Day and Curt Mills talk to Jon Hoffman of the Cato Institute about the escalating Gaza war, the reported Trump-Netanyahu "rift," Steve Witkoff's "red line" for Iran, and the state of Russia-Ukraine diplomacy. Recorded May 21, 2025.

Andrew Day, Jude Russo, and Joseph Addington discuss White House moves that have rankled Israel, Russia-Ukraine direct talks, and the new American pope. Recorded May 14, 2025.

Andrew Day, Sumantra Maitra, and Joseph Addington discuss the strength of the anti-war right, President Trump's meeting with Canada's new prime minister, and the India-Pakistan conflict. Recorded May 8, 2025.

Andrew Day, Sumantra Maitra, and Joseph Addington discuss the firing of Mike Waltz, President Trump's first 100 days, and signs that Russia-Ukraine peace talks will fail. Recorded May 1, 2025. YouTube: https://youtu.be/5dkVT8xRpTg?si=o_hAgSHdddH8uaRq

Andrew Day, Jude Russo, and Joseph Addington discuss President Trump's push for Russia-Ukraine peace, Pete Hegseth's loss of control in the Pentagon, and the death of Pope Francis. Recorded April 23, 2025.

Andrew Day, Sumantra Maitra, and Joseph Addington discuss Steve Witkoff's diplomatic efforts on Iran and Russia-Ukraine, some immigration controversies, and President Donald Trump's second-term performance so far. Picks of the week: "The Actual Point of the Deportations," by W. James Antle III (https://www.theamericanconservative.com/the-actual-point-of-the-deportations/) "Erdogan's New Turkey--and Old?" by Sean McMeekin. (https://www.theamericanconservative.com/the-actual-point-of-the-deportations/) "Will Trade Policy Be America First's Iraq War?" by Jude Russo (https://www.theamericanconservative.com/will-trade-policy-be-america-firsts-iraq-war/) "Trump's Desperado Mission," by Jude Russo. (https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-desperado-mission/)

Andrew Day, Jude Russo, and Joseph Addington discuss President Trump's tariff pause, his Oval Office meeting with Benjamin Netanyahu, and U.S.-Iran diplomacy. Recorded April 9, 2025. Picks of the week: "Predator or Prey? It's the Wrong Question for Great Powers Today," by Erik Gartzke (https://www.theamericanconservative.com/predator-or-prey-its-the-wrong-question-for-great-powers-today/) "Steak and Company," by Spencer Neale (https://www.theamericanconservative.com/steak-and-company/) "Trump the Gambler," by James Antle (https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trump-the-gambler/)

Andrew Day and Sumantra Maitra talk to Jarrett Stepman of The Daily Signal about President Trump's tariffs, Marine Le Pen's legal woes, America's lethal partnership with Ukraine, and more. Recorded April 2, 2025.

Andrew Day, Sumantra Maitra, and Joseph Addington discuss Mike Waltz's Signal-gate embarrassment, a Mexican cartel killing site, and political turmoil in Turkey. Picks of the week: "Turkey Can Advance Trump's Foreign Policy Goals," by Deniz Karakullukcu. https://www.theamericanconservative.com/turkey-can-advance-trumps-foreign-policy-goals/ "The Hidden Themes Behind the Syrian Violence," by Sumantra Maitra. https://www.theamericanconservative.com/the-hidden-themes-behind-the-syrian-violence/ "Trump Should Turn NATO Over to Europe," by Doug Bandow. https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trump-should-turn-nato-over-to-europe/

Andrew Day and Sumantra Maitra talk to Justin Logan of the Cato Institute about U.S. strikes on Yemen, the possibility of war with Iran, and President Donald Trump's efforts to get a ceasefire in Ukraine.

Andrew Day, Jude Russo, and Joseph Addington discuss U.S. efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine war, Pres. Donald Trump's battle with Rep. Thomas Massie, and the brutal violence in Syria. Picks of the week: "Trump Shouldn't Do Regime Change in Ukraine, Either," by Doug Bandow https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trump-shouldnt-impose-his-will-on-ukraine/ "The Ugly Reality on the Ground in Syria," by Ali Rizk https://www.theamericanconservative.com/the-ugly-reality-on-the-ground-in-syria/ "The Afghan Refugee Program Is an Unfixable Mess—and May Bring the Next Terrorist Attack," by Phillip Linderman. https://www.theamericanconservative.com/the-afghan-refugee-program-is-an-unfixable-mess-and-may-bring-the-next-terrorist-attack/

Andrew Day, Sumantra Maitra, and Joseph Addington discuss President Trump's big speech to Congress, the fallout from the tense meeting with Zelensky, and some downsides of tariffs on Canada and Mexico. Picks of the week: "Whither Pro-Lifers?" by Jude Russo (https://www.theamericanconservative.com/whither-pro-lifers/) "The Problem in CANZUK Is Nationalism," by Sumantra Maitra (https://www.theamericanconservative.com/the-problem-in-canzuk-is-nationalism/) "What is Realistic in Ukraine?" by W. James Antle III (https://www.theamericanconservative.com/what-is-realistic-in-ukraine/)

Andrew Day, Joseph Addington and Sumantra Maitra discuss the power and influence of Elon Musk, Addington's coverage of CPAC, and Maitra's Europe tour and reflections on the ongoing tectonic shifts of the continent.

Joseph Addington, Mason Letteau Stallings, Sumantra Maitra is joined by Jarrett Stepman, to discuss the President Elect's Teddy Roosevelt moment about Greenland and Panama.

Curt, Jude and Sumantra talk H1-B visa, and the wins and losses of 2024, and the promises of 2025 for American conservatism.

TAC Right Now Returns after the election, with Senior Editor Sumantra Maitra, Features Editor Spencer Neale, and Editorial Fellow Joseph Addington, to review the election and contours of the new administration.

Executive Director Curt Mills, Senior Editor Sumantra Maitra, and RealClearPennsylvania editor Charles McElwee preview the big event.

Sumantra, Joseph, and Helen ask whether President Biden is trying to sabotage Kamala Harris, whether Elon Musk's conversion to Trumpism bodes well, and what's the deal with Ta-Nehisi Coates. Picks of the week: Helen: "Court Applies Environmental Law to Border Disaster," Phillip Linderman Joseph: "The Dangerous Autocrat on Our Southern Border," Collin Pruett Sumantra: "Grand Strategy Misses the Point," Kevin Blachford

Helen, Spencer, and Joseph discuss the VP debate, Iran's strikes on Israel, and the longshoremen's union. Picks of the week: Helen: "Tucker Carlson: Do You Really Believe Iran Is a Threat," Nicholas Bartulovic Spencer: "No October Surprises Needed," W. James Antle III Joseph: "Trump-Washing U.S. History," James Bovard

Sumantra joins Curt and Helen to discuss the Middle East, Ukraine, and the presidential race. Picks of the week: Helen: "The U.S. Has Hurt Itself with Russia Sanctions," Helen Andrews Sumantra: "Zelensky's Victory Plan Contains No Victory and No Plan," Ted Snider Curt: "The Roots of the Trump Assassination Attempts," Peter van Buren

Sumantra, Joseph, and Helen talk about the latest attempt on Trump's life, plus exploding pagers in Lebanon. Picks of the week: Helen: "Another Twist of the Screw," Collin Pruett Joseph: "Why Can't Trump Break Through," Scott McConnell Sumantra: "Modern Wars Are Wars of Attrition," Sean Durns

Sumantra joins Helen, Spencer, and Curt for a look at last night's presidential debate. Picks of the week: Curt: "The Real Realignment," W. James Antle III Helen: "Did Communism Really Fall," Sean McMeekin Spencer: "Forgetting 9/11," Nic Rowan Sumantra: "Kursk Incursion Is a Two-Edged Sword," Mark Episkopos

Sumantra joins Helen and Spencer to talk about the changing presidential odds, North Carolina and Arizona, and Elon Musk's travails in Brazil. Picks of the week: Helen: "The Cartel Takeover in Colorado Is a Dispatch from the Future," Collin Pruett Spencer: "The Biden Impeachment Report Is a Hollow Vindication," Peter van Buren Sumantra: "Foreign Affairs Election Results in Thuringia and Saxony Spark More AfD Derangement Syndrome," Phillip Linderman

Sumantra joins Helen, Joseph, and Spencer to talk about two new endorsements of Trump, Macron's soft coup in France, and the arrest of Pavel Durov. Picks of the week: Helen: "Why Does AI Give Bad Dating Advice," Rob Mariani Sumantra: "NATO's Arctic Strategy Is an Overreaction," Alex Little Spencer: "The Empty Symbolism of Sheinbaum and Harris," Collin Pruett Joseph: "Is There a New Democratic Establishment," Bradley Devlin

Sumantra joins Helen and Joseph to talk about the Democratic convention in Chicago, plus the latest developments in Ukraine. Picks of the week: Sumantra: "Shipping Out," Jude Russo Helen: "Ukraine's Two Wars," Flavius Mihaies Joseph: "Harris Was Never in Charge of the Border," Collin Pruett

New host Sumantra joins Helen, Jude, and Joseph to talk about stolen valor, British riots, and immigration. Picks of the week: Sumantra: "Unfree Britain Cracks Down on Protests," Helen Andrews Helen: "The Tragedy of Kamala Harris," Collin Pruett Joseph: "Has Walz Betrayed the Upper Midwest?" Matthew Schmitz Jude: "It Was Eighty Years Ago Today," James P. Pinkerton

Bradley joins Helen, Spencer, and Jude to talk about the Dem veep pick, Bangladesh, and Olympic women's boxing. Plus, a very special announcement from Bradley. Picks of the week: Bradley: "The Kamalafornia Republic," Sen. Tommy Tuberville Helen: "Can Shapiro Survive Woke Scrutiny?" Jude Russo Jude: "Decoupling from China: Is It Possible?" David Harvilicz Spencer: "Chaos in Venezuela," Joseph Addington

Bradley, Helen, Stacey, and Sumantra discuss the new Democratic candidate, the Venezuelan election, and Biden's Supreme Court reforms. Picks of the week: Bradley: "Where Was Biothetics During Covid," Helen Andrews Helen: "Rest in Peace, Lapham," Nic Rowan Sumantra: "Is It Too Late for Diplomacy in Yemen," Jude Russo Stacey: "A Tale of Two Kamalas," James Carden

Bradley, Helen, Sumantra, and Mason talk about an eventful week in American politics, from an assassination attempt to a sudden withdrawal from the presidential race. Picks of the week: Bradley: "GOP Scrambles to Face New Opponent," Bradley Devlin Helen: "The Great Immigration Experiment," Theo Wold Mason: "Bring Back Proclamations of Neutrality," Sumantra Maitra Sumantra: "Price Controls Are Still Stupid," Jude Russo

Bradley talks to Helen, Spencer, and Sumantra about elections in the UK and France, Biden's odds of making it to November, and the National Conservatism conference in Washington. Picks of the week: Helen: "French Elections Could Have Been Worse," Scott McConnell Spencer: "GOP Can Learn Abortion Lesson from Methodist Infighting," Jim Antle Sumantra: "Nato at 75: Rebalancing the Transatlantic Alliance," Rep. Warren Davidson Bradley: "The Right of the World to Come," Saurabh Sharma

Bradley joins Helen, Stacey, and Mason to discuss the attacks in Sevastopol and Dagestan, the upcoming parliamentary elections in France, and Julian Assange. Picks of the week: Helen: "North Korea's Russian Turn Is More Bark than Bite," Rob York Bradley: "Byron Donalds, from Crown Heights to Congress," Bradley Devlin Mason: "You Have No Idea How Soviet We Really Are," Helen Andrews Stacey: "It Was Never Kennedy," Spencer Neale

Bradley talks to Helen, Spencer, and Stacey about the announced rules for next week's presidential debate, Biden's sweeping new amnesty, and Bob Good's primary race in Virginia, now headed to a recount. Picks of the week: Helen: "The Cipher: Mark Rutte, the Next NATO Secretary-General," Curt Mills Spencer: "Arizonans Must Move Beyond Booming Economy Fairytale," Gina Maloney Stacey: "New Play Plumbs the Personal and Political Civil War," Peter Wood Bradley: "CHIPS Is Broken. I'm Fixing It," Senator Tommy Tuberville

Executive director Curt Mills joins Bradley, Helen, and Sumantra to talk about the European parliamentary elections, Trump's appearance in Nevada, and Iran's presidential race. Picks of the week: Helen: "South Africa Teeters at the Brink," Helen Andrews Curt: "Will the First Amendment Save Assange?" Peter van Buren Sumantra: "The Bomb Is Still with Us," Jude Russo Bradley: "Nigel Farage Has Reanimated British Politics," Ben Sixsmith

Special guest Spencer Neale joins Bradley, Helen, and Mason to talk about what to do next now that Trump has been convicted, whether Mexico's new president is the right woman for the job, and Dr. Fauci's dismal House appearance. Picks of the week: Helen: "Keep Your Stupid Pandas," Nic Rowan Bradley: "Viva Libertad Silicon Valley," Spencer Neale Spencer: "De Niro's Courthouse Turn Shows He Has Always Been a Hack," Peter Tonguette Mason: "Time to Bet Big on Trump," Bradley Devlin