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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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73:37

337: The History Of The Epstein Files With Sidney...

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2025/11/20

James and Al welcome Clinton consigliere Sidney Blumenthal to discuss the Epstein file release, what we might find, and how it will influence the future of our politics and upcoming elections. They also look at the current state of Trump’s influence on the Republican Party, whether there will be a rebellion, and if he can hold his coalition together. Then, they review his recent hosting of MBS and what his administration plans when it comes to foreign relations.Email your questions to James and

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41:56

336: Duty, Honor, Country with Brigadier General Ty...

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2025/11/13

James and Al celebrate the reopening of the government and applaud those willing to cross the line, while still criticizing the administration's failure to achieve a better outcome for the American people. Then, Politics War Room welcomes Brigadier General Ty Seidule (Ret.) to discuss our military heroes, the renaming of our bases to reflect those loyal to our country rather than those who fought under the Confederacy, and how we can live up to our national values after the Trump era comes to an

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68:27

335: Finally, Dems In Array with Jim Gerstein

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2025/11/06

After a big win, James and Al explain why the Democrats outperformed in the off-season elections, focusing on the declining affordability of life under Trump, his anti-democratic actions, and the desire for change in the electorate. Then, they look at the implications for the upcoming national elections, the growing headwinds to MAGA and Republican rule, and the potential to increase the share of the Hispanic vote. They also examine the impact of statewide court decisions, the effects of

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79:18

334: Art Heists & Drug Wars with Max Boot and Yves Istel

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2025/10/30

James and Al break down the imminent elections in NJ, VA, the state Supreme Courts, and on Prop 50 in CA, with a deep dive into the effects of gerrymandering and what it means for the parties. Then, they welcome economics wizard Yves Instel to discuss the theft from the Louvre, hear the story of his flight from Paris to the USA during WW2, and reflect on art and culture. They are also joined by WaPo’s Max Boot to understand the Trump administration’s warmongering with Venezuela, the evolution of

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82:55

333: Gaudy and Banal with Paul Goldberger

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2025/10/23

James and Al hype Trump’s falling approval ratings, explain why even die-hard Republicans are starting to abandon him, and call out MAGA’s war on higher education, before giving us some good news about why there might be reasons for hope and change. Then, they welcome architectural expert Paul Goldberger to discuss Trump’s war on our nation’s heritage as represented by our historical structures, and lay out why these buildings are so crucial to our sense of self and trust in our institutions. They

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79:59

332: The Race Is On In VA & NJ with David Wildstein &...

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2025/10/16

James and Al celebrate the hostage return, call on the Democratic leadership to stand up and take the reins, and expose the savagery of the upcoming class of Young Republicans. Then, they welcome the New Jersey Globe’s David Wildstein and political seer Larry Sabato to discuss the candidates and forces at play in the gubernatorial races in NJ and VA. They explore how Spanberger and Sherrill are balancing national and state issues, how hard they are standing up to Trump, and share their predictions

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77:21

331: Shutdown Shame with Rep. Brendan Boyle

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2025/10/09

James and Al sound off on the presence of ICE and other federal agents on our streets, call out the DOJ’s failure to uphold the law, and explain the dangers that come with the usurpation of democracy, from civil unrest to lost faith in elections. Then, they welcome Rep. Brendan Boyle of PA to discuss the NJ Governor’s race, lay out the perils of the government shutdown and what it means for people around the country, and investigate how our healthcare under the ACA is being put at risk. They also

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78:17

330: Trump & Hegseth Blew It with Leon Panetta

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2025/10/02

James and Al welcome former Secretary of Defense and CIA Director Leon Panetta to discuss the budget crisis, Hegseth’s approach to Pentagon leadership, the outrageous attacks on our generals, and the shaky status of the rule of law in the Trump era. Then, they cover the races in NJ, VA, and NYC, looking at the strategies that can deliver victory, why Mamdani could be an inspiring and uniting figure if he wins, and the CA ballot initiatives that could help the Democrats gain control of Congress.

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52:52

329: Fascism Vs. Democracy with Mitch Landrieu &...

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2025/09/25

Politics War Room addresses the dire crisis of political and social violence by sounding the alarm over the dangers our country faces. Former LA Lt. Gov. Mitch Landrieu begins by exploring the challenges facing the average American, how Democrats can speak to them, the issues that they care about, and most importantly, how to win. Then, Professor Benjamin Hett of Hunter College at CUNY puts the risk of fascism into historical context by breaking down the conditions, politics, and propaganda that

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78:51

328: Crime & Punishment with David Kennedy & David...

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2025/09/18

James and Al call out the growing divisiveness of our politics and stand up for the 1st Amendment, before diving into the government funding battle. Then, they welcome criminal justice experts David Kennedy and David Harris to discuss cutting crime, respecting our rights, and making our cities safer. In their conversation they weigh the challenges of local policing, federal enforcement, and community initiatives and violence prevention programs. Further, they explore the problems driving crime

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327: The World’s Worst Bet with David J. Lynch

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2025/09/11

James and Al dissect the potential of a government shutdown, weigh its political effects on our economy and politics, and call out the partisanship of the SCOTUS in the wake of Trump’s multiple appointees. Then, they welcome WaPo’s David Lynch to break down the pernicious effects of globalization, why it was a good idea, and why it is currently failing our people. They also explore possible solutions to the decline of manufacturing, emphasize the importance of job training, and look at the role

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78:49

326: The Ides of September with Ron Brownstein

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2025/09/04

James and Al lay out the state of the country as we get further away from the 2024 election, weigh the impact of the potential government shutdown, and investigate the implications of the ongoing Epstein scandal. Then, they welcome esteemed journalist Ron Brownstein to game out how the Democrats can revitalize the party, explain the need for centrism, and how to stop the progress of authoritarianism under Trump. They also discuss how Democrats can move beyond the hot topics on social media to win

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87:23

325: Hoist The Jolly Roger with Rahm Emanuel & Rob Sand

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2025/08/28

James and Al dissect the lawlessness of the Trump administration and welcome former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel. They discuss the role that government plays in law enforcement, explain the differences between Republicans and Democrats, lay out where he disagrees, and explain his approach to politics and governance. Then, they are joined by IA gubernatorial candidate Rob Sand to explain the exciting surge in how Democrats are polling, how he plans on revitalizing the party’s appeal in the mid-west,

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324: Defeating Putin & Winning At Home

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2025/08/21

James and Al sound the alarm over the damage MAGA is causing to the economy and lay out how Trump’s tax policies will hurt the working class. Then, they welcome the NYT’s David Sanger to discuss the rapidly shifting situation in Ukraine in the aftermath of Trump’s meeting with Putin and look at the long-ranging implications the resolution of the war has on international security and our European allies. They also speak with IA Rep. Josh Turek about the issues and tactics that can win in his state

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323: War & Crime with Craig Symonds

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2025/08/14

James and Al castigate Trump for his attempt to militarize the Capitol, and call out his false claims about crime, and discuss how Democrats can make it a winning issue when the numbers are in their favor. Then, they look ahead to upcoming elections before welcoming military historian Craig Symonds. In the wake of Al’s trip to Normandy, Craig and Al celebrate V-J Day, review the strategy that won the war, weigh the pros and cons of using the atomic bomb, explaining the difference between

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79:00

322: Trump’s Plunging Polls with Professor Alexander...

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2025/08/07

James and Al break down the redistricting battle being led by Texas and explore what it means for upcoming elections. Then, they look at the political effects of the ongoing Epstein scandal, declining crime rates, and the perilous status of the judiciary in the face of an out-of-control executive branch before welcoming UMass Amherst Professor Alexander Theodoridis. Together, they lay out the reasons behind Trump’s plunging approval ratings, focusing on his overly harsh immigration policies, the

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57:53

321: The Epstein Conspiracy with Judd Legum

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2025/07/31

James and Al emphasize the need to wield the terrible effects of Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ against Republicans going forward, as well as the benefits of focusing on the economic peril of everyday Americans going into the midterms. Then, they welcome thought-leader Judd Legum to look at the continuing appeal of MAGA, Trump’s connection to Epstein, his grifts, and if he’ll be held to account. They also break down the massive grifts that the administration is running on the country and its

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68:07

320: A Real Alternative with Governor Wes Moore

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2025/07/24

James and Al welcome Governor of Maryland, Wes Moore, to discuss the biggest issues plaguing our cities, including crime, immigration, and education– specifically looking at how we can make our cities safer, deliver on the country’s promise, and deliver results for future generations. Then, our hosts revisit the most toxic members of the Trump administration, respond to Hunter Biden’s call out of James, and look at the role of media in determining the our shared future. They also demand that the

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319: Who Is The Worst

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2025/07/21

Albert Hunt and James Carville discuss the results of a survey identifying the most dangerous Trump appointees. They delve into the implications of their actions, particularly focusing on figures like Pam Bondi, Pete Hegseth, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and Stephen Miller. The discussion also touches on the credibility of media outlets in reporting on these figures and their influence on American politics.

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318: A World In The Shadows with Shane Harris

Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt ·

2025/07/17

James and Al pay tribute to legendary journalist Dan Balz, examine the state of the country, analyze Trump’s performance so far, and announce the top vote-getter for the title of the most dangerous member of the administration. Do you think you know who it is? Then, they welcome Shane Harris of The Atlantic to discuss the battle between Trump and the intelligence community. They look at the validity of the Steele Dossier, his multiple impeachments, and game out what comes next. They also review

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