RealClearPolitics Podcast

Andrew, Tom, and Carl talk about the reaction to Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s endorsement of Donald Trump and J.D. Vance’s recent appearances on the Sunday talk shows. They also discuss how both the Harris and Trump campaigns are jockeying for position in advance of the upcoming presidential debate on ABC News and President Biden’s role in both leading the country and in the Harris campaign. Then, Tom Bevan talks to RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann about Donald Trump’s speech today marking the third anniversary of the withdrawal of US troops from Afghanistan. (which left 13 US service members dead). And lastly, Carl Cannon talks to Democratic consultant Dane Strother about the aftermath of the DNC and the Harris campaign strategy going forward.

Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon go over how the DNC went and the reactions to it. They also talk about RFK Jr.'s big announcement that he is dropping out of the race and endorsing Trump. Then, we flashback to a few segments from this past week at the DNC: Tom, Andy, and Carl talk with Juan Williams - Fox news analyst and The Hill columnist on the significance/history related to Rev. Jesse Jackson being honored at the convention. Tom, Andy, Carl, and RCP's Susan Crabtree talk about the word "freedom" which has become one of the themes of the campaign. (But has the meaning shifted?) And finally, Tom, Andy, Carl, and RCP's Adeline Von Drehle speak with Jim Freeman of the Wall Street Journal. They discuss the optics of the convention including Barack and Michelle Obama and Second Gentlemen Doug Emhoff.

Andrew Walworth, Carl Cannon, Tom Bevan, Philip Wegmann, and Grace Creek Media producer Alex Walworth discuss last night’s convention  addresses by Bill Clinton and Oprah Winfrey. Then the panel discusses vice presidential nominee Tim Walz’ address and look forward to tonight’s speech by Kamala Harris. RCP reporter Adeline  Von Drehle joins the panel to discuss whether star power at the Democratic Convention translates into votes at the ballot box and the Democrat’s new positioning of the abortion issue. And finally, the panel looks forward to political life after the conventions and  the  run-up to November’s election.

Andrew, Tom, Carl, White House correspondent Phil Wegmann, and Un-herd Washington correspondent Emily Jashinsky discuss RFK Jr.’s decision to drop out of the race. They also talk about the latest polls and Donald Trump’s appearance yesterday in a town that the DNC calls the home of the KKK in Michigan. Next, Adeline Von Drehle and James Freeman of the Wall Street Journal discuss the Obama’s appearance last night at the Democratic National Convention. And finally, the panel discusses the economics of the Democratic platform and the heightened role of “influencers” at the DNC.

Andrew Walworth, Carl Cannon, White House reporter Phil Wegmann, and national correspondent Susan Crabtree discuss last night’s addresses by Joe Biden and Hillary Clinton. The panel also talks about the rhetoric of the Harris campaign, including the Democrats’ use of “freedom,” a word that had been largely identified with the G0P. Next, they look forward to tonight’s speeches by Barrack and Michelle Obama. And finally, Susan Crabtree reports on the latest news about her investigation of the Secret Service and the upcoming congressional investigation into the agency, spurred largely by her reporting.

Broadcasting Live from the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon, and RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann look forward to the big speech by President Joe Biden and discuss Donald Trump’s campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. They also talk about the latest polls and the importance of Pennsylvania to the presidential race. Next, Columnist and author Juan Williams joins the panel to discuss the legacy of Jesse Jackson, who will be celebrated at the Democratic Convention and the evolution of race and identity politics in the Democratic Party. And finally, Independent television producer and reporter Alex Walworth joins the panel to discuss the protests at the Democratic Convention including those by pro-abortion activists and pro-Palestinian demonstrators.

Susan Crabtree, National Political Correspondent for RCP, dives into alarming allegations surrounding the Secret Service, including breaches and misconduct. Kamala Harris discusses her economic agenda, tackling issues like price gouging and housing affordability. Tim Walz faces scrutiny over his connections to China as the House Oversight Committee investigates. The podcast also highlights the role of comedy in politics, addressing the impact of cancel culture and the tension between humor and societal norms.

Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss today’s joint appearance by President Biden and Vice President Harris in Maryland and the Biden/Harris record on the economy. They also chat about the politics of the upcoming vice-presidential debate and the resignation of Columbia University president Minouche Shafik. Next, Tom talks to Andrew Parasiliti of the RAND Corporation about the future of the Middle East. And rounding it out, Carl talks to Wesley Donehue, CEO of Push Digital, a Republican fundraising and campaign media company about the 2024 campaign.

Andrew, Tom, and Carl look ahead to next week’s Democratic National Convention in Chicago and discuss brand new swing state polls from The Cook Political Report. They also discuss the release of new documents from the US State Department revealing that Hunter Biden sought help from diplomats while his father was serving as vice president and the political implications of this summer’s Covid resurgence. Then, Carl talks to futurist and technology expert George Gilder about Israel and the future of the Middle East. And lastly, Andrew talks to James Freeman of The Wall Street Journal about Kamala Harris’ efforts to distance herself from the Biden economic record and the European Union’s warning to Elon Musk issued in advance of his conversation on X with Donald Trump.

Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss last night’s two-hour interview of Donald Trump by Elon Musk on X and changing press attitudes toward censorship as evidenced by an exchange between a Washington Post Reporter and White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre. They also talk about the politics of the “no tax on tips” position that has been adopted by both the Trump and Harris campaigns and the repercussions of yesterday’s announcement that Arizona will have an abortion referendum on the ballot this November. Next, Tom Bevan talks to RCP Senior Elections Analyst Sean Trende about how to interpret political polls. And lastly, Carl Cannon talks to RCP National Correspondent Susan Crabtree about the latest news on Donald Trump’s Secret Service detail, which, according to her reporting has been beset by “internal division.”