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The Rest Is Politics: US

The Rest Is Politics: US

Goalhanger 211 episodes Latest May 28, 2026

TRIP US uncovers secrets from inside the White House inner circles as well as taking a wider look at the intricacies of United States society and how they shape the world's most important economy. The podcast is hosted by Anthony Scaramucci (The Mooch), former White House Director of Communications and Wall Street financier, and Katty Kay, US special correspondent for BBC who has been covering US politics for almost 30 years. Stay informed with in-depth discussions on key political events, policy changes, and the forces shaping America’s future on the global stage.

Episodes

195. The World Cup Disaster: How Mamdani Outplayed Trump Jun 10, 2026 2002 Has America’s ‘soft power moment’ really just revealed how closed off the country has become? How has Mandami managed to win over so many New Yorkers? And, are Trump’s ‘rigged election’ claims in California a signal of what’s to come?  Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more.  Father’s Day discounted gift memberships available⁠ here⁠. Treat your dad
194. Trump Vs Netanyahu: Who’s Calling The Shots? Jun 8, 2026 2856 Is Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, the main obstacle for Trump’s peace deal? Will the Strait of Hormuz ever return to normal? And, what does Trump’s angry NBC interview walkout tell us about his relationship with the US news media?  Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more.  Father’s Day discounted gift memberships available here. Treat yo
193. Trump’s on a Losing Streak - Have Republicans Had Enough? Jun 4, 2026 2644 Why did Donald Trump’s ‘anti-weaponization’ fund fail? Is Trump’s new pick for acting director of national intelligence, Bill Pulte, the final straw for the GOP? Are Democrats backing the wrong horse in Maine’s Senate race with Graham Platner? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more.  Become a Founding Member: Go deeper into US politics every week wi
192. Trump’s Online Meltdown: Method or Madness? Jun 1, 2026 2663 Is there more to Trump’s recent online posting spree than meets the eye? Should he be worried about the rise of the ‘YOLO Republican’? And, who will come out on top in California’s jungle primary?  Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more.  Become a Founding Member: Go deeper into US politics every week with ad-free listening, members-only miniseries,
191. The US-Iran Deal: Will It Work? May 28, 2026 2645 What should we make of Trump and Hegseth's bizarre cabinet meeting? Will Trump’s interference in the Senate primaries hurt the Republicans in the midterms? And, does James Talarico have what it takes to turn Texas blue? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more.  Become a Founding Member: Go deeper into US politics every week with ad-free listening,
190. Is Trump Already Surrendering to Iran? May 26, 2026 2572 Why is the US unable to break Iran? Will China enter the conflict? And, what can we expect from the new chair of the Federal Reserve, Kevin Warsh?  Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more.  Become a Founding Member: Go deeper into US politics every week with ad-free listening, members-only miniseries, early access to live show tickets and a bonus mem
189. Trump’s Secret Slush Fund: His Most Corrupt Act Yet May 20, 2026 2429 Is Trump about to use taxpayer money to pay out January 6th rioters? Has the Department of Justice become a law firm for his family? And, how did Ken Paxton beat Senator John Cornyn to Trump’s endorsement in the Texas primary?  Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more. Become a Founding Member: Go deeper into US politics every week with ad-free listen
188. Trump Declares War On His Own Party May 18, 2026 2631 Can Republican congressman, Thomas Massie, beat his Trump-backed rival in the Kentucky primary? Does Trump still have an iron grip on the GOP? And, with the Iran war at a deadlock, is a global fuel crisis imminent? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more. Become a Founding Member: Go deeper into US politics every week with ad-free listening, members-
187. Trump and Xi Face Off: Who Won and Who Lost? May 15, 2026 1828 What are the key takeaways from Trump’s visit to Beijing? Are the US and China on a direct collision course? And, is Washington moving away from Taiwan?  Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more. Become a Founding Member: Go deeper into US politics every week with ad-free listening, members-only miniseries, early access to live show tickets and a bo
186. Trump’s War Delusion & Kash Patel’s Big Problem May 13, 2026 2854 Is the US running out of weapons? How much is the Iran war really costing the American people? And, is FBI Director Kash Patel on his way out? Katty Kay is joined by former Republican Lieutenant Gov. of Maryland and RNC Chair, and now co-host of The Weeknight, Michael Steele, as they answer all these questions and more. Become a Founding Member: Go deeper into US politics every week with
185. Trump Vs China: Who Really Holds the Cards? May 11, 2026 3065 What can we expect from Trump’s upcoming visit to China? Does MAGA still believe in Trump’s foreign policy agenda? And, how does the Democratic Party bounce back from a stream of gerrymandering losses?  Katty Kay is joined by host of The Weekend and Senior Washington Correspondent at MS NOW, Eugene Daniels, as they answer all these questions and more. Become a Founding Member: Go deeper into
184. Trump's Destroying JD Vance And Rubio's Next May 6, 2026 2882 Is the US-Iran War reaching a resolution? Will the Iran War Decide the Next President? And, how is Donald Trump using the Ohio and Indiana primaries to enact revenge? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more. Become a Founding Member: Go deeper into US politics every week with ad-free listening, members-only miniseries, early access to live show ticke

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