
Jay Johnson
Former Homeland Security Secretary and former Pentagon general counsel who appears as an expert guest discussing vetting, legal issues, and the National Guard shooting.
Top 3 podcasts with Jay Johnson
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Dec 6, 2025 • 42min
Psaki: No one home at the White House but the man-children
Miles Taylor, former chief of staff at DHS, shares insights on the lack of accountability in Trump's second term, painting a picture of a chaotic White House led by 'man-children.' Jay Johnson discusses the legality of recent Pentagon strikes in the Caribbean, emphasizing the troubling implications for military engagement. Rep. Adelita Grijalva recounts a harrowing experience where she was pepper-sprayed by ICE during an immigration oversight attempt, revealing the aggressive tactics faced by lawmakers on the ground.

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Nov 27, 2025 • 41min
GOP panics as Democrat closes gap in red district special election
Hakeem Jeffries, U.S. Representative and House Democratic Leader, discusses the impacts of a shooting incident in D.C. and the push for a discharge petition to extend ACA tax credits, highlighting Democratic strategies amidst GOP chaos. Former DHS Secretary Jay Johnson offers insights on law enforcement's approach to the investigation, vetting concerns, and the implications of gun violence. The conversation also covers the surprising competitiveness of the Tennessee special election, with candidate Afton Behn emphasizing grassroots efforts and accessibility to sway voters.

Dec 8, 2025 • 45min
New details on boat strike that killed survivors
Jonathan Lemire, a Staff writer at The Atlantic, shares insights on a controversial U.S. strike that killed survivors, sparking intense debates. Retired Lieutenant General Mark Hertling and former Homeland Security Secretary Jay Johnson discuss the legal ramifications, questioning if the action constitutes a war crime. They underscore the moral obligation to rescue rather than target survivors. The panel also emphasizes the need for transparency and congressional hearings to address the rules of engagement and the Pentagon's accountability.


