Republican presidential candidate joins Will Hurd joins Kara as co-host to discuss aging politicians, an FEC efforts to regulate AI in campaign ads, and of course, Barbie. Then, they talk about what the Ohio special election means for the GOP's anti-abortion stance, and whether Trump's legal woes can clear a path for other Republican candidates.You can find Will Hurd on Twitter at @WillHurd.Send us your questions by calling us at 855-51-PIVOT, or at nymag.com/pivot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guests including Allen West, Carley Shimkus, Will Hurd, Jonathan Turley, Jacqui Heinrich, and Oli London discuss topics such as the indictment of a former president, lack of trust in government systems, unequal application of justice, charges against President Trump, US withdrawal from Afghanistan, Biden's campaign strategy, President Biden's response to fires in Maui, and personal journey of Oli London

Will Hurd is a 45 year-old former CIA agent who served six years representing western Texas in the House. He told us that he's running because he sees generational challenges facing America's "fragile democracy."This episode: political correspondent Susan Davis, White House correspondent Asma Khalid.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

Long-shot presidential candidate Ron DeSantis wants to send US forces into Mexico on day one. Longer-shot presidential candidate Will Hurd explains why bombing Mexico is a bad idea. The podcast explores the growing support for military action against Mexican drug cartels among Republicans and discusses the implications it may have on foreign policy. It also touches on book criticism, the US-Mexico relationship in tackling drug cartels and smuggling, and the concerns about Republican candidates' stance on military escalation at the southern border.

Will Hurd, Ex-CIA and Anti-Trump Republican, talks about running for president as a normal Republican candidate. He shares his political journey, experiences as a CIA operative, and the need to unite people and reach across party lines. They discuss growing the GOP, fighting against prejudice, and addressing immigration and border security issues.