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Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt

Master political strategist James Carville and revered journalist Al Hunt convenes a war room each week to discuss the battle for the soul of the nation! Join them as they gather the sharpest minds from across the country to see who has the most compelling case for the American people on the issues that matter most.

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197: The World In Review w/ Ed Luce

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2023/05/18

James and Al attack the politicized investigation of John Durham and welcome Ed Luce for a review of the biggest developments at home and around the world. Together, they look at the latest in Europe, China’s role in the Ukraine-Russia war and the international order, the risks facing President Biden’s re-election campaign, and how CNN has revealed Trump’s dangerous ongoing pull on the media. Then, James and Al do a deep dive into how Republicans are screwing the voters in a brand new

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196: Law & Sports w/ Aitan Goelman & Luke Russert

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2023/05/11

James and Al tear into the eroding institution of monarchy across the pond, then welcome legal maven Aitan Goelman for a deep dive into the legal troubles facing Donald Trump, the potential for Jack Smith to hold him to account, and what comes next. Then, they sit down with Luke Russert for a poignant conversation about finding your own way and his relationship with his dad, Tim Russert– along with a healthy dose of sports. Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet

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195: Gov. Josh Shapiro

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2023/05/04

James and Al welcome PA Gov. Shapiro to discuss restoring bipartisan trust in elections, why to take campaigns on the road, the Republican budget mess, and the policies to focus on– from tackling crime to public-private partnerships that benefit children. They also lay into the fall of the Supreme Court, the hope Senate candidate Colin Allred is giving to Democrats in Texas, and the state of the parties. Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet them to

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76:42

194: Tucker's gone, now what? with Sarah Ellison

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2023/04/27

James and Al raise heck over the corruption of the Republican House, lay out the implications of Tucker Carlson’s departure, and celebrate the fall of Fox News. Then they welcome WaPo’s Sarah Ellison to explain the media ecosystem’s tectonic changes, how coverage might change going forward, Trump’s growing challenges, and what we can expect in the aftermath of the current news cycle. Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to

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193: The Business End of a Mop

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2023/04/20

James and Al sound off on the pathetic leadership of Rep. McCarthy, his failure to put forward a coherent budget, and the danger of the ‘No Labels’ campaign. Then, they discuss the various lawsuits targeting FOX, before welcoming WaPo senior national security writer Shane Harris to explore the recent leaks by Jack Teixeira, how they affect our politics, and the ways leakers have affected policy in the past. Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet them to

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192: Political Violence w/ Thomas Edsall & Michael...

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2023/04/13

James and Al fire off on the extreme actions of Republican state governments in Texas and Tennessee that are actively undermining our country. Then, they welcome revered journalist Thomas Edsall to discuss the Right’s radical rejection of centrism and former D.C. Police Officer Michael Fanone to share his experiences at The Capitol on J6 with insight into how he now feels about the MAGA movement. Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet them to @politicon. Make

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191: Trump Arraigned

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2023/04/06

James and Al break down the recent elections of a Democrat Supreme Court Justice in Wisconsin and for the next mayor of Chicago. They also hold court on Donald’s arraignment and its political impact, the other charges he faces in jurisdictions across the country, and how the electorate thinks about him now. Now that the Republicans look weak, is this the perfect time to press them on their failure to produce a budget? Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet them

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190: Rep. Dan Goldman & John Feinstein

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2023/03/30

James and Al emphasize the case for sensible gun reform and bring on Rep. Dan Goldman to break down the legal threats facing Donald, the potential for indictment, and the risk Michael Cohen poses in NYC. Then, they welcome sports expert John Feinstein to give us the latest updates on the state of college basketball and what to expect during the finals of March Madness. Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we

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189: WisDems with Ben Wikler

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2023/03/23

James and Al are joined by Wisconsin Democratic Party Chair Ben Wikler to discuss their critical upcoming Supreme Court election that will decide the balance of power in their state’s justice system. At stake is the right to abortion that faces draconian limitations, and voting suppression initiatives that threaten democracy and hand elections to Republicans for years to come. Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your

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58:30

188: The Two Franks

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2023/03/16

James and Al give their insights on March Madness and welcome former ambassador to Egypt Frank Wisner and storied congressional representative Barney Frank. In their conversations they discuss the Iranian-Saudi relationship, how China plays into the modern diplomatic landscape, and examine the recent financial troubles facing banks like SVB across the nation. Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to

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187: From The Middle East To Middle America

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2023/03/09

James and Al celebrate President Biden’s defense of Medicare before welcoming strategist Jim Gerstein and transportation expert Jeff Davis. In their conversation, they discuss the breakdown of Israeli politics and how the rise of their Right wing mirrors Trumpism in the USA, before taking on the logistical difficulties involved in upgrading our transportation infrastructure and preventing disasters in Middle America. Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet them

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186: Gov. Wes Moore

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2023/03/02

James and Al take on the anti-woke focus of Ron DeSantis, and dive into the recent electoral battles from Wisconsin to Chicago that are defining the next phase of our country’s future. Then, they welcome MD Governor Wes Moore to discuss the importance of creating opportunity in tech, building up minority constituents, and enacting policy that supports the needs of workers and children. Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to

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185: Trump’s Malfeasance with Marcy Wheeler & Morgan...

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2023/02/23

James and Al dive into the budding 2024 race and emphasize the importance of the WI Supreme Court elections. Then, they welcome journalist Marcy Wheeler to explain the pernicious influence of Russia on the MAGA Republicans, followed by Professor Morgan Cloud to discuss the recent grand jury developments targeting Trump’s actions in GA during the 2020 elections. Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love

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184: Rep. Colin Allred

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2023/02/16

James and Al share their thoughts on Trump’s new nickname for DeSantis, recent natural disasters and the war in Europe. Then, they welcome Rep. Colin Allred to share a Super Bowl retrospective and discuss the House weaponization committee, retaking Red States, and fighting for racial progress when Republicans are censoring the Black experience in the education of our children. Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your

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183: The Big Battles with Greg Cosell & Brandon Presley

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2023/02/09

James and Al review the strong SOTU speech by President Biden and take on the Timid 20 in the Republican caucus who refuse to stand up to their side’s extremists. Then, they welcome Greg Cosell for an in-depth analysis of Super Bowl LVII and to hear his winner prediction, followed by MS gubernatorial candidate Brandon Presley to discuss his upcoming race and how Democrats can retake the South. Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure

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182: Policing with David Harris

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2023/02/02

James and Al break down the ridiculous debt ceiling fight sparked by the Republicans and skewer the 2024 Republican primary field that could lead to an independent run by Trump. Then, they’re joined by law professor and author David Harris to examine current policing policies that have led to disastrous outcomes, the role of systemic racism, and how we can reform the force. Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your

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181: Admiral James Stavridis

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2023/01/26

James and Al discuss the traitors in our midst like former counter intelligence official and FBI agent Charles McGonigal, and how Russia continues to upend our politics. Then, they are joined by former NATO Supreme Commander Admiral James Stravridis to discuss the facts on the ground in Ukraine, the need for Western aid, and how things might end, before looking at how our readiness compares to potential threats from China. Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet

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180: A Tale Of Two Documents with Andrew Weissmann

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2023/01/19

James and Al look at the weaknesses of the GOP caucus and the difficulty they will have in taking congressional action. Then, they welcome legal expert Andrew Weissmann to discuss the process that goes into investigations of our politicians with a particular focus on the differences between the recent finds of classified documents at the homes of Trump and President Biden. Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your

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179: Coming Challenges with Professor Julian Zelizer

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2023/01/12

James and Al decimate the insanity of the incoming Republican congress with a strong defense of immigration and President Biden. Then, they welcome Princeton’s Julian Zelizer to discuss the many myths in our collective memory going from the Revolutionary War all the way to the so-called Reagan Revolution that continue to define the way we think about our country and our politics. Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include

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178: Speaker Madness with Carl Hulse

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2023/01/05

In the midst of the Republican’s farcical battle to elect the next Speaker of the House, James and Al are joined by NYT’s Washington expert Carl Hulse for deeper insight into the proceedings. They discuss Rep. McCarthy’s prospects, the effect of the proposed motion to vacate, and what the disarray means for critical legislation and the future of the next congress– with a little bit of football thrown in. Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet them to

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