Second Strike Scandal: Is Admiral Bradley Responsible?

Second Strike Scandal: Is Admiral Bradley Responsible?

Should Admiral “Mitch” Bradley face disciplinary action for authorizing a second strike on a suspected drug-trafficking boat? Michael is asking this poll question at Smerconish.com today. Using reporting from The Washington Post, legal insights from military experts, and new comments from Secretary Hegseth, Michael unpacks the law-of-war implications, the political fallout, and why this case could affect far more than one admiral’s career. Plus, he revisits yesterday’s razor-thin poll results and breaks down new details in the Lane Kiffin controversy. Listen, vote, rate, review, share! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Inside the Lawsuit to Open PA's Primaries: Let Michael Smerconish Vote!

Inside the Lawsuit to Open PA's Primaries: Let Michael Smerconish Vote!

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Trump’s Bizarre Epstein Letter and the Mystery of Masked ICE Agents

Trump’s Bizarre Epstein Letter and the Mystery of Masked ICE Agents

Michael tackles two major stories this Friday: a Wall Street Journal bombshell on Jeffrey Epstein’s birthday album allegedly featuring Donald Trump, and a heated debate over whether federal immigratio...

18 Jul 202519min

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Generation Clash: NYC’s Mayoral Race Sparks a Firestorm

It's the Old Guard vs. the New Left. Veteran political strategist Hank Sheinkopf joins Michael to unpack the shifting demographics and political power dynamics in New York City's mayoral race. With de...

17 Jul 202532min

Should the U.S. Help Ukraine Hit Russia Where It Hurts?

Should the U.S. Help Ukraine Hit Russia Where It Hurts?

Should Ukraine be given missiles that can reach Moscow? That's today's poll question at Smerconish.com - Michael dives in and breaks down the geopolitical stakes, shares insights from former NATO Supr...

17 Jul 202514min

Mark Halperin Unpacks Trump’s Explosive Epstein Rant

Mark Halperin Unpacks Trump’s Explosive Epstein Rant

Michael is joined by political analyst Mark Halperin to dissect Donald Trump’s fiery new Truth Social post dismissing the Jeffrey Epstein scandal as a “hoax.” With Trump lashing out at his own support...

16 Jul 202527min

Closed Primaries Have A Negative Impact, So Let Independent Voters Vote!

Closed Primaries Have A Negative Impact, So Let Independent Voters Vote!

Michael explains why he is one of the lead plaintiffs in a Pennsylvania lawsuit that could (and should) shake up elections moving forward, and lays out the legal, personal, and political case. The fil...

16 Jul 202517min

Zohran Mamdani Checked Two Boxes: Should Racial and Ethnic Identity Categories Be Eliminated?

Zohran Mamdani Checked Two Boxes: Should Racial and Ethnic Identity Categories Be Eliminated?

When Zohran Mamdani, now a rising political figure, checked both “Asian” and “Black” on a Columbia University application over a decade ago, he never imagined it would be headline news during his mayo...

15 Jul 202526min

The One Conspiracy Trump Can’t Control: Epstein & the MAGA Divide

The One Conspiracy Trump Can’t Control: Epstein & the MAGA Divide

Michael dives deep into today's fiery poll question: Will Jeffrey Epstein cause a significant and permanent rupture in Donald Trump's standing with his base? With insight from powerful essays by Jonat...

15 Jul 202512min

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