Exploring Speaker Mike Johnson's ties to the Christian right, including the extremist aspects of the New Apostolic Reformation movement. Examining the influence of Christian nationalism in politics and its association with the January 6th events. Discussing the presence of race within the movement and misconceptions about far-right organizing. Contrasting views on government and religion between Mike Pence and Mike Johnson.

Michigan's attorney general has announced charges against 16 people for serving as so-called fake electors following the 2020 presidential election. The electors signed documents falsely attesting that Donald Trump won the state in the election. And a look inside American right-wing domestic extremism — and how groups are capitalizing on the Republican anti-LGBT rights agenda to further their ideology.This episode: political correspondent Susan Davis, national political correspondent Mara Liasson, Michigan Public Radio Network reporter Colin Jackson, and domestic extremism correspondent Odette Yousef.This episode was produced by Lexie Schapitl. Our editor is Eric McDaniel. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Unlock access to this and other bonus content by supporting The NPR Politics Podcast+. Sign up via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Connect:Email the show at nprpolitics@npr.orgJoin the NPR Politics Podcast Facebook Group.Subscribe to the NPR Politics Newsletter.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Trump's latest charges may further fracture House Republicans — with some in the party motivated to undermine President Biden with investigations and others worried about holding on to split-ticket seats that Biden carried in 2020.And, ahead of a November vote on a proposal that would amend the state's constitution to expand abortion access, state Republicans have scheduled a special election to raise the threshold for all ballot initiatives to 60 percent and impose more strenuous requirements to qualify for a vote.This episode: political correspondent Ashley Lopez, domestic extremism correspondent Odette Yousef, congressional correspondent Deirdre Walsh, senior political editor and correspondent Ron Elving, and Statehouse News reporter Karen Kasler.The podcast is produced by Elena Moore and Casey Morell. Our editor is Eric McDaniel. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi. Unlock access to this and other bonus content by supporting The NPR Politics Podcast+. Sign up via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Connect:Email the show at nprpolitics@npr.orgJoin the NPR Politics Podcast Facebook Group.Subscribe to the NPR Politics Newsletter.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Joining the conversation are Deepa Shivaram, a White House correspondent, Odette Yousef, a domestic extremism correspondent, and Domenico Montanaro, a senior political editor. They delve into alarming trends of political violence and the motivations behind recent attacks, including a close call involving Donald Trump. The discussion highlights the role of misinformation and extreme partisanship, the need for a cultural shift towards nonviolence in politics, and the implications of this heated climate as the 2024 election approaches.

Trump's use of autocratic language on the campaign trail and social media platform is analyzed. The podcast examines his attacks on political opponents, fellow Republicans' responses, and the political impact of his language. It also explores how his skillful use of autocratic language sets him apart and attracts his supporters.