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A Trump adviser on Venezuela oil deals, the Iran conflict and $5 gas fears
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- A Trump adviser on Venezuela oil deals, the Iran conflict and $5 gas fears
- Runtime
- 27:09
- Date posted
- 28 days ago
- Description
- Today, POLITICO Energy guest host Sophia Cai, a White House reporter, sits down for an extended interview with Jarrod Agen, the executive director of the White House’s National Energy Dominance Council. They discuss the Trump administration’s effort to drive new investment in Venezuela after Nicholas Maduro’s capture, if there will be Democratic elections in Venezuela soon, the energy fallout from the Iran conflict, the politics of high power prices at home and more.
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- U.S. cannot be a ‘puppet for Israel,’ warns Obama’s Defense Secretary
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- 38:03
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Leon Panetta, former Defense Secretary and CIA director under President Obama, joins Dasha Burns on “The Conversation” to assess the U.S. conflict with Iran, warning that unclear objectives, a closed Strait of Hormuz and uncertain nuclear negotiations could leave the U.S. stuck in a prolonged war.
Plus, Panetta defends President Biden’s handling of the Israel/Gaza conflict but says Biden “should have been much tougher” in providing weapons for Ukraine.
Leave us a voicemail or shoot us a text with your questions for our first anniversary special: 202-643-1536.
Chapters:
0:00 Introduction and call for questions
1:23 Trump is 'stuck in a stalemate' on Iran
7:20 Prospects of a peace deal
13:27 Hegseth criticism
18:41 $1.5 trillion defense budget
20:18 History of Israeli pressure on the U.S. with Iran
26:55 Democratic divide on Israel
31:19 Ukraine war
35:50 Future of America's global stan...
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- The Message-less White House, Immigration Tensions, and Iran
- Runtime
- 13:13
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- The White House claims it has a midterm message — but nobody seems to know what it is. Adam Wren dives into the GOP's messaging confusion. Then Megan Messerly discusses the tension between immigration headliners and the Trump administration's promises on mass deportations. And more on Iran.
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- Pritzker weighs in on Rahm Emanuel’s 2028 presidential buzz
- Runtime
- 1:49
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- ‘I understand why he wants to run for president,’ Gov. JB Pritzker (D-Ill.) tells POLITICO’s Jonathan Martin when asked about Rahm Emanuel’s White House ambitions.
“I know that he's trying to pick a lane and decide whether he's going to run,” Pritzker explained. “We have had great people come out of Illinois to lead this nation. I would hope that he, if he actually did get elected, would be one of those great people.”
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- From Rome to the Oval Office to Tennessee
- Runtime
- 12:32
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Marc Rubio is at the Vatican to smooth things over with Pope Leo XIV after weeks of tension with the White House. Playbook’s Dasha Burns and Jack Blanchard discuss the political importance of this meeting and what is really at stake. Meanwhile, Trump hosts Brazilian President Lula, who has been very critical of the Iran War, at the Oval Office. And Republicans are back to redrawing maps—this time in Tennessee—where they are threatening the state’s lone Democratic House seat.
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- Will Kamala run again in 2028?
- Runtime
- 1:16
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- After Democrats’ 2024 loss, Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker says the party is eager to turn the page but isn’t ruling out a Kamala Harris comeback. While noting her continued popularity, Pritzker suggests a 2028 bid would be hard to resist, even as Democrats historically favor fresh faces after defeat.
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- Title
- MAGA retakes Indiana
- Runtime
- 14:09
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- In Indiana, most of President Trump's endorsed primary opponents beat GOP state legislators. Playbook's Adam Wren tells Jack Blanchard what all of this means, including the future of the nationwide redistricting war and the division in the Republican Party. Then, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick faces questioning over Jeffrey Epstein, and Marco Rubio is headed to Rome to meet Pope Leo XIV after holding a White House press briefing before Operation Epic Fury ended.
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- America needs more power. Can geothermal energy deliver?
- Runtime
- 13:59
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Fervo Energy, a little-known geothermal company, is targeting up to a $6.5 billion valuation in a U.S. IPO — a sign that the industry that produces electricity from the Earth's heat may be turning a corner, at least in terms of investor confidence. POLITICO’s Christa Marshall breaks down what’s behind the company’s ambitious valuation, where Congress and the Trump administration stand, and whether geothermal is ready to help meet America’s growing energy demand.
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- 'The antisemites have come out of the woodwork': Gov Pritzker on rising political violence
- Runtime
- 1:13
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Gov. J.B. Pritzker (D-Ill.) said he’s seen an increase in threats, including some referencing his Jewish faith, amid a broader rise in political violence.
“I think the antisemites out there … have come out of the woodwork and I receive threats,” he told POLITICO’s Jonathan Martin, adding that the volume is higher than in previous years.
Pritzker pointed to the current political climate as a driving factor, arguing that national leaders have helped set a tone that normalizes political violence.
“We’ve got to stand up against this,” he said. “It’s okay to disagree, but not be disagreeable.”
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- Trump put to the test in the Midwest
- Runtime
- 13:38
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Playbook heads to the Midwest. All eyes are on Indiana as voters hit the polls for the primary. It will be Trump’s big first test to see if his power still holds with the Republican Party. Jack Blanchard and Dasha Burns break down this unusual state senate race. And staying in the Midwest, a well-known CE official is gunning for a House seat in Ohio—will it work for the Republicans? Plus, the Strait of Hormuz is back in the news.
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- Title
- JB Pritzker gets candid on Trump, weight, wealth and 2028
- Runtime
- 1:08:17
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Gov. JB Pritzker (D-Ill.) sits down with POLITICO’s Jonathan Martin at Chicago’s iconic Manny’s Deli for a wide-ranging conversation on the future of the Democratic Party -- and his own.
Pritzker reflects candidly on Democrats’ 2024 loss, sharpens his attacks on Donald Trump and weighs in on what it will take for the party to rebuild. He also responds to rumors of a potential 2028 presidential run, his growing influence in Democratic politics and how he balances progressive priorities with economic pragmatism.
Plus: a look at Chicago’s political culture, Pritzker’s rise from donor to power broker, and why Manny’s remains a must-stop on the campaign trail.
Watch the full interview for Pritzker’s take on 2028, Trump, and the road ahead for Democrats.
Chapters:
00:00 — Intro
00:40 — David Axelrod at Manny’s: Chicago politics, 2024 fallout & Pritzker’s rise
04:05 — Gov. Pritzker Intro: ...
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- Sacks: Future workers must be ‘AI natives’ to avoid job loss
- Runtime
- 1:42
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- David Sacks, a special advisor to Trump on AI, says teenagers should "lean in" to using AI tools to be more productive in the future workforce.
“I would hate for us to treat AI the way that we sometimes talk about social media, which is, it's just harmful, and we have to try to get our teenagers to spend as little time on it as possible,” he told our Dasha Burns on "The Conversation."
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- Title
- ‘Warning signs are flashing’: GOP anxiety builds with six months to midterms
- Runtime
- 13:03
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- With six months to go until the midterms, the political picture is sharpening—and it’s a tough one for Republicans. Playbook’s Jack Blanchard and Dasha Burns run through six reasons each party can find a glimmer of hope, even as gas prices climb, Trump’s economic numbers slip and tensions with Iran add fresh uncertainty to the race for November.
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- A rising Democrat with 2028 buzz lays out his energy plan
- Runtime
- 25:56
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Today, POLITICO Energy host Zack Colman sits down for an extended interview with Senator Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.), a leading voice of the party on a range of issues and a rumored 2028 presidential candidate. They discuss Gallego's 32-page energy policy plan, rising electricity prices, data centers, climate change, and why energy affordability should be Democrats’ number priority heading into the 2026 midterm elections.
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- Title
- Trump AI advisor: ‘Overheated’ AI rhetoric is ‘out of control’
- Runtime
- 1:25
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- David Sacks, a special advisor to Trump on AI, says the violence around AI – including the attacks against the home of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman – is “totally unacceptable.”
“I do think it is a foreseeable consequence of some of the overheated rhetoric,” he told our Dasha Burns on "The Conversation." “I do think that the media is way too focused on the negatives of this technology.”
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- Sacks: AI pessimism is Americas 'biggest threat' to winning AI race
- Runtime
- 1:35
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- David Sacks, a special advisor to Trump on AI, says AI fear in America is "probably the biggest threat to our winning the AI race" with China.
"It's not really clear exactly what it is that the people who are really afraid want other than for everything just to stop,” he told our Dasha Burns on "The Conversation." "The tides are not gonna stop."
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- Title
- Who should be responsible when AI is misused?
- Runtime
- 1:58
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- David Sacks, a special advisor to Trump on AI, says AI companies should try to stop “obvious misuse” of their platforms – like instructions for “how to create a nuclear bomb” – but they cannot realistically be held responsible for how every user applies the technology.
“Are they going to be successful at preventing users from being able to use their tools in ways that we don't like? It's probably never going to be 100%,” he told our Dasha Burns on "The Conversation."
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- Title
- Can America trust AI? David Sacks makes the case.
- Runtime
- 41:40
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- David Sacks has played a key role in shaping AI policy for the Trump administration, as a special advisor to the president and former White House AI and crypto czar.
Sacks approaches the issue with a “let them cook” philosophy. Meaning, he thinks the way for the United States to win the global AI race is to move fast with minimally disruptive regulation. But with that comes a lot of questions about AI disruption to the workforce, who should be held responsible for harm caused by AI platforms, and the fear and division within America over the future of the technology.
Sacks joined Dasha Burns on “The Conversation” in a wide-ranging interview to discuss it all.
Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
1:42 National AI regulatory framework
5:54 Government's role in AI regulation
8:38 AI liability lawsuits
12:57 Elon Musk's AI philosophy
16:08 Anthropic fight/Mythos
25:35 AI fear
29:28 AI violence/Sam Altm...
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- Party tensions and 60 days of war
- Runtime
- 12:47
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Chuck Schumer is dealing with internal blowback from some Democrats as key midterm battles heat up. Meanwhile, the Iran war hits the 60-day mark with Americans still feeling the pain at the pump, inflation continues to climb, and Congress heads out for recess without taking action on the War Powers Resolution. Playbook’s Adam Wren and Megan Messerly break down party tensions, the economic pressure, and what it all could mean heading into the midterms.
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- Title
- Back to the maps with SCOTUS, more Pete Hegseth, and a governor’s dilemma
- Runtime
- 14:59
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- The Supreme Court’s decision on the Voting Rights Act will be felt in election cycles but maybe not as early as November. Playbook’s Jack Blanchard and Megan Messerly discuss if this decision will work in the GOP favor to redraw voting maps. Meanwhile, Pete Hegseth heads back to Capitol Hill to face the Senate, where Europe will be a big topic of conversation. And in Nevada, Republican Governor Joe Lombardo is running for re-election but President Trump is making it hard for him.
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- TMZ's DC reporters on what their dream scoops would be
- Runtime
- 1:47
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- TMZ has arrived in Washington. POLITICO's Riley Rogerson met up with a few members of the team outside the Capitol to ask them about how it's going, what they see as their mission, and what their dream scoops are.
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- Title
- Pete Hegseth in the hot seat, the latest Fed drama, and King Charles goes to NYC
- Runtime
- 12:45
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Starting today, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth takes the hot seat in two rare back-to-back sessions with Congress–the Iran War will be top of mind for the lawmakers meeting with Hegseth. Meanwhile, Trump's pick for Fed Chair, Kevin Warsh, is set to inherit high interest rates and rising energy costs as Jerome Powell gets ready to leave the post. And in New York City, King Charles meets with Mayor Zohran Mamdani at a 9/11 ceremony.
Playbook’s Jack Blanchard and Megan Messerly dive into these key developments driving the day.
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- Title
- The West’s most important river is in trouble
- Runtime
- 11:52
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Years of drought and climate change are shrinking the Colorado River, which supplies water and electricity to 40 million people in the western United States. With the seven states that share that water deadlocked, the Trump administration is preparing to take matters into its own hands, setting off a scramble among the states to cut a side deal. POLITICO’s Annie Snider breaks down the latest in the Colorado River crisis and what comes next. Plus, Energy Secretary Chris Wright says the U.S. isn’t considering a crude oil export ban, and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries said Democrats may eye protections for consumers as data center power costs rise.
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- The British King meets Congress and Florida’s new map
- Runtime
- 13:44
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- It’s day two of King Charles III official state visit. Today he will address Congress in a bipartisan meeting on Capitol Hill. Playbook’s Jack Blanchard and Megan Messerly break down what the British Royal is expected to say about US and UK’s relationship. And then, Florida has joined the redistricting wars before the mid-cycle elections. Governor Ron DeSantis unveiled a new map that could give the GOP more seats.
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- Title
- Security under scrutiny at WHCD and a royal visit to the White House
- Runtime
- 13:11
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Washington is still reeling as the suspect in Saturday night’s White House Correspondents’ Dinner scare makes a court appearance, fueling fresh scrutiny of event security and giving new urgency to President Donald Trump’s push for a White House ballroom. Jack Blanchard and Megan Messerly discuss how attention may shift fast with King Charles III arriving for a rare state visit at a moment of strained U.S.-U.K. relations. On Capitol Hill, Speaker Mike Johnson heads into a punishing stretch as he tries to steer funding, surveillance authorities, and a farm bill through a razor-thin majority.
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- Title
- Does climate still matter to voters in 2026?
- Runtime
- 25:07
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- POLITICO Energy host Manuel Quiñones sits down for an extended interview with Pete Maysmith, the president of the League of Conservation Voters, an advocacy group that works to elect pro-environment candidates. They discuss the state of the environmental movement ahead of the November midterms in the wake of recent electoral results that suggest climate issues may not be top-of-mind for voters and the Trump administration's regulatory rollbacks.
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- Title
- Barbra Streisand got lost at the 2013 WHCD
- Runtime
- 1:17
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Media consultant Tammy Haddad takes us inside the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, including the time she “lost” Barbra Streisand at the event.
“I get a text from Valerie Jarrett,” she told our Dasha Burns on "The Conversation." ‘Hey – Barbra Streisand's looking for you.’”
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- Title
- How that Biden/'Veep' WHCD sketch happened
- Runtime
- 0:42
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- How did the iconic 2014 White House Correspondents’ Dinner “Veep” sketch come together?
Media consultant Tammy Haddad tells Dasha Burns the behind-the-scenes story – from its cameo-filled D.C. tour to how Biden’s yellow Corvette was inspired by the vice president giving her son a ride home.
Watch the full interview on "The Conversation."
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- Title
- Inside the DC party weekend where politics meets celebrity
- Runtime
- 36:58
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Go behind the scenes of White House Correspondents’ Dinner weekend with Tammy Haddad, a veteran TV executive and one of DC’s ultimate social connectors.
In this episode of “The Conversation,” Dasha Burns sits down with Tammy to unpack why this dinner — which brings together the president, journalists and celebrities all in one room — is so important in Washington, and what really happens when the cameras are off.
Tammy also shares insider stories from years past involving Barbra Streisand, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Kim Kardashian, Pamela Anderson, and more.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
1:33 History of the WHCD
6:09 When Tammy lost Barbra Streisand
10:32 History of comedians at the dinner
14:05 Obama hits Trump in 2011
16:55 Trump's attendance at the dinner
18:56 Event circuit
21:33 Response to criticism about dinner
24:20 BTS of "Veep" sketch in 2014
28:40 Stories from Tammy's ...
- Title
- It's WHCD weekend! Parties, politics and Trump’s big debut
- Runtime
- 14:30
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- All of D.C. is gearing up for the White House Correspondents Dinner weekend. It will be President Trump’s first time attending the event ever as President. Dasha Burns and Adam Wren share what Trump’s speech might look like which may include some jokes written by comedians. Plus, there are the parties: the before parties, the after parties, and brunch parties! Dasha and Adam dive into which ones are the most buzz worthy and more.
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- Title
- Maps, midterms and another Trump plan for Iran
- Runtime
- 14:36
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- Democrats score a major redistricting win in Virginia that could flip four House seats blue. Jack and Dasha break down what it means for the midterms, why Republicans are getting uneasy and what’s next in Florida. Plus, Trump delays Iran peace talks again as top officials head to Capitol Hill to face questions on rising gas prices and the economic impact of the war.
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- Brian Kemp on what the GOP needs to do to win: Supercut
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- 10:50
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Georgia Governor Brian Kemp sat down with Jonathan Martin earlier this month for a nearly hour-long conversation about the state of GOP politics. Their discussion circled around a few key themes, but chief among them was what the GOP needs to do to win — in 2026, 2028, and beyond. In this supercut of that interview, we're sharing the 5 key insights the governor shared.
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- Title
- America’s data center surge is about to face a big test
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- 14:38
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- In the coming weeks, federal energy regulators are preparing to release a major proposal that could reshape how energy-hungry data centers connect to America’s power grid. POLITICO’s AJ Camacho breaks down what to know about FERC’s proposal and how that decision could reshape America’s AI rollout and power system. Plus, President Donald Trump invoked the Defense Production Act to strengthen federal funding for a host of energy projects.
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- Title
- A cabinet exit, a Fed fight, and a big Virginia vote
- Runtime
- 14:08
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- Trump’s cabinet shakeup continues, with Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer out — the third high-level exit in just weeks. Dasha and Jack break down what’s driving the firings, why allies are getting nervous, and who could be next. Plus, Trump’s pick for Fed chair faces a high-stakes confirmation hearing under intense scrutiny, and voters in Virginia head to the polls in a closely watched redistricting fight that could shape the midterms.
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- Title
- 'This is exactly what Trump promised wasn't going to happen' in Iran
- Runtime
- 12:02
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- JD Vance returns to Pakistan for another round of Iran talks as a fragile ceasefire nears its deadline. Gas prices may have peaked — but relief isn’t coming anytime soon. And in Washington, top GOP operatives are huddling to prepare for a challenging midterm map.
Jack Blanchard and Dasha Burns break down the key developments driving the day.
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- Title
- Meet the new senator trying to fix America’s main energy problem
- Runtime
- 22:55
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- POLITICO Energy host Josh Siegel sits down with newly appointed Sen. Alan Armstrong (R-Okla.), a longtime energy executive entering Congress with a singular goal: passing energy permitting reform. They discuss why Armstrong believes he’s uniquely positioned to get a deal done, whether high energy prices could hurt Republicans ahead of the 2026 midterms and the broader energy implications of the Iran war.
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- Title
- Hilton on Paramount-Warner Bros deal
- Runtime
- 1:02
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- Steve Hilton, the Trump-backed candidate for California governor, declined to say whether he supports Paramount’s acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery.
“I don't have any sort of jurisdiction over it, and I haven't really focused on it,” he told Dasha Burns on The Conversation. “I’m focused on making sure that we help create jobs in the entertainment industry by looking at the tax incentive structure.”
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- Title
- Should Harris jump into CA governor’s race?
- Runtime
- 0:57
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- Trump-backed candidate Steve Hilton says Kamala Harris would be a “disastrous candidate” for California governor.
“Talk about flogging a dead horse,” he told Dasha Burns on The Conversation. “I'd love to run against her. That would be hilarious.”
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- Title
- Why Steve Hilton thinks he can turn California red
- Runtime
- 34:06
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- California’s governor’s race just got a major shakeup. Democrat Eric Swalwell dropped out amid sexual assault and misconduct allegations, and now the field is wide open ahead of the June 2 primary. So where does that leave Republican candidate and former Fox News host Steve Hilton – backed by Trump and rising in the polls? Does the GOP have a shot at turning California red?
Hilton joined Dasha Burns on “The Conversation” to talk about the state of the race, the impact of Trump’s endorsement, and where he thinks Democratic leadership is coming up short.
Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
1:18 Swalwell dropping out
9:17 Harris write-in candidacy
10:19 Trump endorsement
13:00 Cost of living/gas prices
18:49 MAGA Republicanism
23:36 Tariffs
26:44 AI regulation
29:30 Paramount-Warner Bros. deal
30:35 Working with the Trump administration
33:36 Conclusion
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- Title
- Trump's big economic swing out West
- Runtime
- 14:43
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- President Donald Trump’s push to promote his affordability agenda is colliding with economic anxiety at home and a war abroad that’s driving up costs. Meanwhile, Trump heads to Arizona to rally younger supporters amid growing skepticism over the Iran conflict. POLITICO's Megan Messerly and Eli Stokols break down the messaging challenge, the political stakes ahead of the midterms and what to watch next.
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- Title
- 'I kinda like the position we're in': Kemp on the GOP's midterm chances
- Runtime
- 0:56
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- Gov. Brian Kemp (R-Ga.) downplayed concerns about Republicans struggling in statewide elections, even as some in his party, including former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, sound the alarm ahead of the midterms.
“I think everybody knows what we're facing,” Kemp said in a conversation with POLITICO’s Jonathan Martin, acknowledging a tough environment but urging candidates to stay focused.
The governor said Republicans shouldn’t take anything for granted, but argued the party could benefit from low expectations.
“Everybody’s basically saying we don’t have a chance,” he said. “And we do.”
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- 'If you're shooting hogs': GOP Gov's unexpected pitch for electric trucks
- Runtime
- 0:57
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- Gov. Brian Kemp (R-Ga.) poked fun at the cultural divide around electric vehicles, arguing they’re not always a fit for rural life.
“You can’t pull a bass boat with a F-150 Lightning,” he said in a conversation with POLITICO's Jonathan Martin, contrasting EV skepticism outside cities with their appeal in places like Atlanta.
Still, Kemp made an unexpected pitch: EVs could come in handy for hunters. “If you're shooting hogs at night and you want to move around quietly, having an electric vehicle's a good way to do that,” he said.
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- ‘We know what we’re facing’: Georgia’s governor on GOP fears over midterms
- Runtime
- 0:56
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- Gov. Brian Kemp (R-Ga.) downplayed concerns about Republicans struggling in statewide elections, even as some in his party, including former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, sound the alarm ahead of the midterms.
“I think everybody knows what we're facing,” Kemp said in a conversation with POLITICO’s Jonathan Martin, acknowledging a tough environment but urging candidates to stay focused.
The governor said Republicans shouldn’t take anything for granted, but argued the party could benefit from low expectations.
“Everybody’s basically saying we don’t have a chance,” he said. “And we do.”
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- Title
- Politics, polling, and more RFK Jr. animal lore
- Runtime
- 13:19
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- Trump heads to Las Vegas to sell his tax agenda, but Republicans worry his message isn’t breaking through — and that could spell trouble for the midterms. Meanwhile, a striking Senate vote and a New Jersey special election underscore a major shift inside the Democratic Party on Israel, especially among younger voters. RFK Jr. returns to Capitol Hill for a marathon stretch of hearings as speculation swirls about his political future. And yes — there’s a bizarre new chapter in RFK Jr. lore that has everyone talking.
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- Title
- Can Republicans cash in on Tax Day?
- Runtime
- 14:34
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- On today’s Playbook Podcast, Jack Blanchard and Dasha Burns break down Republicans’ Tax Day push to sell Trump’s tax cuts and ask whether voters are actually feeling the benefits. They also dig into Trump’s latest comments on Iran, the political risks of rising gas prices, and the fallout on Capitol Hill from two high-profile resignations.
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- Title
- Trump, Iran loom over this week’s global economic meetings
- Runtime
- 12:45
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- Global economic leaders are gathering in Washington D.C. this week for the spring meetings hosted by the International Monetary Fund and World Bank, and energy strategy is at the top of the agenda. But the Trump administration’s energy agenda and the Iran War are adding a new layer of complexity to those talks. POLITICO’s Sara Schonhardt breaks down how that tension could shape global energy and economic policy in the years ahead.
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- Title
- 'We cannot be a party of one': Gov. Kemp warns GOP infighting could hand power back to Dems
- Runtime
- 0:52
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- GOP Gov. Brian Kemp has a warning for his party: Stop the infighting, or risk losing control of Congress and key races.
"We cannot be a party of one," Kemp tells our @jmart. "We have to be a big-tent party."
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- Title
- Swalwell fallout scrambles California governor's race
- Runtime
- 12:22
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- Playbook’s Jack Blanchard is joined by POLITICO California Bureau Chief Melanie Mason for a deep dive into the resignation of Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.). Once a rising Democratic star and gubernatorial contender, Swalwell’s career unraveled after multiple women accused him of sexual misconduct. Mason breaks down the long-circulated private warnings about the lawmaker, how his political allies are responding and what comes next in the California governor’s race.
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- Title
- Gov. Brian Kemp's blunt warning for Republicans
- Runtime
- 51:10
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp (R) joins POLITICO’s Jonathan Martin at the Masters to talk Trump, 2028 and the upcoming Georgia Senate race.
The Republican governor weighs in on the GOP’s future, warns against party infighting and makes the case for a “big tent” approach as Republicans head into a tough midterm cycle. He also discusses his relationship with Trump, why he passed on a Senate run and what it will take to beat Sen. Jon Ossoff.
Plus: Kemp on EVs, economic policy and why he’s staying focused on 2026 — not the White House.
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- Title
- Iran diplomacy fails at the brink
- Runtime
- 13:16
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- Vice President J.D. Vance returns from high-stakes talks with Iran empty-handed, as the U.S. moves ahead with a risky Strait of Hormuz blockade under Donald Trump. With diplomacy faltering and tensions rising, Washington faces mounting pressure at home and abroad.
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