2WAY Tonight with Mark Halperin

Joining Mark Halperin are Jeff Roe, a Republican strategist with extensive campaign experience, and Brian Wolff, a Democratic strategist and former Hill operative. They dive into the implications of Trump's potential second term and analyze the recent Middle East breakthrough, including its next steps. Tensions rise as they tackle government shutdown negotiations and dissect the Texas Senate race landscape. The discussion heats up with listener questions on immigration messaging and the impact of legal battles surrounding federal deployments. An insightful bipartisan dialogue!

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.

Guests include Hyma Moore, a Democratic strategist known for his insights into electoral politics; Robby Soave, Editor at Reason and a libertarian voice on civil liberties; and Alex Castellanos, a Republican strategist offering campaign advice. They dive into Pam Bondi's performance at a Senate hearing, dissect Trump's messaging during the government shutdown, and discuss emerging Democratic candidates for 2028. The conversation also touches on DOJ metadata revelations, tech regulation, and the implications of political polarization today.

Join Batya Ungar-Sargon, a NewsNation commentator, and Steve Olikara, a nonprofit leader focused on reducing polarization, as they delve into President Trump's controversial remarks about Portland and the Insurrection Act. They analyze the implications of potential troop deployments and their legal ramifications. The discussion also explores Trump's diplomatic position on Gaza hostage negotiations and speculates on his political leverage amid rising tensions and market stability. It's a thought-provoking roundtable on current political dynamics!

Rachel Bade, a political reporter with expertise in congressional dynamics, and Mark Caputo, a veteran political commentator, delve into the intricacies of the government shutdown. They discuss Senate negotiations, the potential fallout of budget cuts, and Trump's Project 2025 messaging strategy. Analysis of Speaker Mike Johnson’s budget priorities and the implications for Democrats heats up the conversation. They also respond to listener questions about Medicaid for undocumented immigrants and the future political landscape as the shutdown continues.

Leland Vittert, News Nation anchor and author of 'Born Lucky,' shares his insights on the political landscape as he discusses his book, which explores his autism diagnosis and the support from his father. The conversation dives into the ongoing government shutdown, highlighting failed Senate votes and the media's role. Vittert critiques aggressive Republican messaging while addressing accusations against Trump. With humorous anecdotes and thoughtful commentary, he also tackles parenting challenges in special needs advocacy, providing hope to many.

Mark Halperin hosts a dynamic discussion with Steve Elmendorf, a veteran Democratic strategist; Mark Bednar, a former House staffer for senior Republicans; and Rachel Bade, a Congressional reporter. They dive into the looming government shutdown, dissecting its timing and political ramifications. The panel critiques Republican healthcare framing and analyzes Schumer's Senate strategy. They also debate the impact of an AI video shared by Trump and discuss Tucker Carlson's ongoing influence within the MAGA movement, illustrating the complexities of current political dynamics.

Rachel Bade, a Congressional reporter specializing in shutdown politics, joins political commentator Aaron Parnas and data-driven analyst Ryan Gerdusky to dissect the implications of potential government shutdowns. They explore Nancy Pelosi's strategic missteps, the Biden administration's challenges, and Trump's 21-point Gaza plan with Netanyahu's support. The discussion also covers international reactions, possible Democratic strategies, and the impacts on future elections as listeners engage with pressing questions about key political figures and humanitarian concerns.

This time, Washington Post reporter Natalie Allison brings her insights on the Trump administration's swirling controversies. She shares her experiences covering the chaotic dynamics within the White House and discusses Trump’s inflammatory remarks about James Comey. The complexities of potential indictments, stalled government negotiations, and the ramifications of Trump’s rhetoric on peace talks are also unpacked. With a listener Q&A, Natalie highlights the inner workings of Trump's loyal circle and the implications for national politics.

Former Trump White House aide Hogan Gidley brings a conservative angle, while Dan Turrentine offers political analysis as they dissect James Comey's indictment. They dive into Trump’s claims about the 'radical left' and organized funding behind it, weighing evidence and political implications. The duo also debate the administration's approach to potential government shutdowns and the reactions to changes in the White House press corps. The discussion gets lively around the role of rhetoric in political violence and the consequences of Kamala Harris's messaging.