The Warning with Steve Schmidt Steve Schmidt: This Will Turn Catastrophic
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Jan 19, 2026 The podcast dives into the overwhelming lies dominating American politics today. Steve Schmidt examines how these deceptions have evolved over the past quarter-century, particularly during the Trump administration. He contrasts current fantastical lies with past political fabrications, highlighting the dangers they pose. Discussion touches on controversial figures like Stephen Miller and Sean Spicer, as well as the troubling actions of ICE. Schmidt warns that this tidal wave of misinformation could lead to catastrophic consequences for the nation.
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Miller's Fox Call As A Case Study
- Schmidt plays Stephen Miller calling into Fox News claiming insurrectionists are being arrested and providing intelligence.
- The clip is used to demonstrate how officials manufacture narratives through media appearances.
Spicer's Podium Promise Replayed
- Schmidt plays clips of Sean Spicer promising honesty from the podium to show past rhetorical claims of truthfulness.
- The clips illustrate how officials publicly pledged honesty while later spreading falsehoods.
ICE Officials' Aggressive Media Responses
- Schmidt presents clips of ICE officials denying misconduct while attacking reporters and promising databases of protestors.
- These examples show aggressive media tactics and threats aimed at dissent and accountability.