Hans Nichols

Hans Nichols, a Congress reporter with Axios, delves into the latest on Capitol Hill and the Middle East. He discusses the intriguing possibility of a Middle East deal and the optimism surrounding it, including insights from Marco Rubio's briefing. The conversation also touches on speculation about a government shutdown, health-care negotiations, and the political implications of a fiery exchange between Mike Lawler and Hakeem Jeffries. The highlight features a controversial clip of Katie Porter scolding a staffer, raising eyebrows about her campaign.

Zack Czajkowski, a Democratic political consultant and CEO of Brackish Solutions, joins investigative reporter Andy Kroll from ProPublica and Hans Nichols, White House reporter for Axios. They delve into the recent presidential election results and what they signify for Democrats, especially after losing the popular vote. The discussion also covers the challenges of polling accuracy, shifting voter demographics, and how economic concerns are reshaping political landscapes. Together, they explore the urgent need for innovative strategies to engage diverse voters moving forward.

Kristin Davison, a GOP strategist with a sharp eye on political dynamics, teams up with Hans Nichols, a national security correspondent, for an enlightening discussion. They dive into the Ninth Circuit ruling allowing Trump to deploy troops to Portland and its potential Supreme Court implications. The panel also unpacks the ongoing government shutdown, assessing blame and compromise prospects, while exploring Trump's fluctuating stance on Ukraine and energy policy's ties to Russia. Insightful debates on messaging and state race previews add depth to this engaging conversation.

A 6.8 magnitude earthquake hits Morocco, leaving over 2100 dead and 2400 injured. Local governments address the humanitarian crisis for migrants in U.S. cities. The G20 summit in India is also discussed.

Senator Mitch McConnell freezes up again, causing concern among Republicans. The podcast also delves into the rise of hate crimes in the US and the importance of apocalyptic seed vaults for global crop production.