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RealClearPolitics, Carl Cannon, Tom Bevan 600 Episodes Oct 13, 2026

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First Press Briefing by New White House Press Secretary Katie Zachariah
First Press Briefing by New White House Press Secretary Katie Zachariah Oct 13, 2026 00:50:01 Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon and RCP White House correspondent Carolina Lumetta discuss this morning’s press briefing by new White House Press Secretary Katie Zachariah, US Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle’s resignation, and Monday’s raid on the home of Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) by the Department of Homeland Security. Also, reaction to the announcement by Secretary of War Pete He
Best of RCP
Best of RCP Oct 12, 2026 00:56:13 Nick Troiano, executive director of Unite America and author of The Primary Solution joins Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon to discuss a new poll from RealClear Opinion Research sponsored by Unite America and potential reforms to the primary system. Then, Wall Street Journal columnist and Fox News contributor Karl Rove joins the guys to discuss how the Democratic and Republican parties s
Last Night’s Senate Debates in Michigan, Georgia and Maine
Last Night’s Senate Debates in Michigan, Georgia and Maine Oct 9, 2026 00:48:10 Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss last night’s senate debates in Michigan, Georgia and Maine and a candidate debate for attorney general in New York State between incumbent Democrat Letitia James and Republican challenger Saritha Komatireddy. Next, Nick Troiano, executive director of Unite America and author of "The Primary Solution" joins the guys to discuss a new poll from RealC
Secretary of State Marco Rubio's Speech at the Parthenon
Secretary of State Marco Rubio's Speech at the Parthenon Oct 8, 2026 00:50:08 Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss yesterday’s speech by Secretary of State Marco Rubio at the Parthenon in Greece defending Western civilization, and reactions to Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s official statement on the third anniversary of the October 7th massacre in Israel by Hamas terrorists. Then, filmmaker Eli Steele joins the guys to discuss his new documentary, “Shelby Steele’s Whi
The 3rd Anniversary of the Massacre in Israel
The 3rd Anniversary of the Massacre in Israel Oct 7, 2026 00:50:02 Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and RCP contributor Richard Porter discuss the third anniversary of the October 7th massacre in Israel, the possible consequences of a Democratic takeover of the Senate, and last night’s Senate debate in Maine. Then, RCP White House correspondent Carolina Lumetta joins the guys to discuss President Trump’s offer to create a new presidential retreat in West Palm Beach, hi
The Race for the U.S. Senate
The Race for the U.S. Senate Oct 6, 2026 00:50:12 With just one month to go to the midterms, Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the race for the U.S. Senate, including tonight’s candidate debates in Maine and Michigan. They also look forward to 2028, as Vice President JD Vance and Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) share barbs and The Washington Post examines former Vice President Kamala Harris’ chances of winning the Democratic nomination. Nex
Riots in France
Riots in France Oct 5, 2026 00:50:10 Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the causes behind this week’s riots in France and Sunday night’s presidential election results in Brazil, where conservative candidate Flavio Bolsonaro ended in first place and is headed to a run-off election on Octobe 25th against progressive incumbent Lula da Silva. Then, they discuss newly announced White House assistant secretary Beni Rai Har
The Economy and the Midterm Elections
The Economy and the Midterm Elections Oct 2, 2026 00:50:06 Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss today’s employment numbers and Vice President JD Vance’s comments on the economy and the midterm elections. Also, they look at the botched execution of Christa Pike and the future of the death penalty in America. Next, RCP Senior Elections Analyst Sean Trende joins the guys to discuss the latest RCP projections for the House of Representatives, pl
Ken Paxton's Struggles
Ken Paxton's Struggles Oct 1, 2026 00:49:48 Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon dive into the recent governor's debate in California between Democrat Javier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton, hosted by CNN. The discussion centers around the debate's impact, with Becerra seemingly winning by simply not faltering, despite his significant lead in the polls. The team analyzes the candidates' strategies, including Hilton's populist app
Yesterday’s AI Summit at the White House
Yesterday’s AI Summit at the White House Sep 30, 2026 00:50:00 Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon and RCP White House correspondent Carolina Lumetta discuss yesterday’s AI summit at the White House and Sen. Eric Schmitt’s (D-MO) questioning of former Special Counsel Jack Smith at yesterday’s Senate hearings on Smith’s investigation of President Donald Trump. Next, they discuss revelations that the Department of Homeland Security is spending up to $20M on
New TV Ad by Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders
New TV Ad by Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders Sep 29, 2026 00:50:08 Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss this morning’s Senate testimony by Jack Smith, the former special counsel behind the federal criminal cases against Donald Trump. Also, a preview of today’s White House meeting between President Donald Trump, Speaker Mike Johnson and leaders of America’s top AI companies. Next, Emily Jashinsky joins the guys to discuss the controversy over a new
The Latest Senate and House Polls
The Latest Senate and House Polls Sep 28, 2026 00:50:00 Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the latest Senate and House polls with just 36 days to go to the November midterms. Then, Peter Berkowitz, author of the new book "Reclaiming Liberal Education in America", joins the guys to discuss the future of higher education. And finally, they discuss the legal and political ramifications of new national television ads featuring President Tru

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