Inside Trump’s White House Makeover: The Ballroom Controversy Explained

Inside Trump’s White House Makeover: The Ballroom Controversy Explained

Michael goes in-depth on President Trump’s surprise demolition and reconstruction project on the White House grounds — a massive 90,000-square-foot ballroom reportedly funded by private donors including major tech firms. Washington Post White House reporter Dan Diamond joins Michael to unpack the story, from historic preservation loopholes to questions about donor influence and design excess. Then, the conversation turns to the audience,m with reactions ranging from outrage to apathy. One former White House butler calls in with a behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to host a presidential-level event at America's most famous address. Is this project an act of presidential hubris or a long-overdue modernization? Listen here, then decide. And, please rate and review this podcast on your favorite podcast app. 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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Today's Poll Question: Should non-undercover police be allowed to wear masks?

Today's Poll Question: Should non-undercover police be allowed to wear masks?

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: Should non undercover police be allowed to wear masks? Michael Smerconish examines a timely and contentious issue at the intersection of public safety and civi...

20 Mar 9min

Inside the Mullin Confirmation Drama: Secrets, Skepticism, and Senate Tensions

Inside the Mullin Confirmation Drama: Secrets, Skepticism, and Senate Tensions

Michael Smerconish dives into the controversy surrounding Senator Markwayne Mullin’s nomination and the questions swirling around his claims of “special assignments” overseas. Joined by Washington Pos...

19 Mar 30min

Today's Poll Question: Does reforming ICE justify TSA agents missing their paychecks?

Today's Poll Question: Does reforming ICE justify TSA agents missing their paychecks?

Michael breaks down today’s poll question: Does reforming ICE justify TSA agents missing their paychecks? As airport delays grow and thousands of TSA workers go unpaid amid a government funding stando...

19 Mar 13min

From Iran Strategy to TSA Chaos: Go Inside With Mark Halperin

From Iran Strategy to TSA Chaos: Go Inside With Mark Halperin

Michael sits down with political analyst Mark Halperin to unpack a turbulent moment in Washington — from Joe Kent’s sudden resignation and growing divisions inside the GOP to the escalating conflict ...

18 Mar 19min

Today's Poll Question: Who do you believe on Iran - Joe Kent or Mike Johnson?

Today's Poll Question: Who do you believe on Iran - Joe Kent or Mike Johnson?

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: Who do you believe on whether Iran posed an imminent threat to the US? Joe Kent, who says no, or Mike Johnson, who says yes? Michael Smerconish connects the do...

18 Mar 18min

Strait of Hormuz Crisis: ‘Professional Malpractice’ — Richard Clarke on What Went Wrong

Strait of Hormuz Crisis: ‘Professional Malpractice’ — Richard Clarke on What Went Wrong

Richard Clarke served for thirty years in national security roles in the US government, including ten years in the White House under three presidents. He is the CEO of Good Harbor Security Risk Manage...

17 Mar 30min

Today's Poll Question: Does Beating Trump Matter More Than Beating Iran?

Today's Poll Question: Does Beating Trump Matter More Than Beating Iran?

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: "For those who oppose President Trump, which matters more, his political defeat or a US victory against Iran?" Michael Smerconish reacts to a striking poll res...

17 Mar 10min

The Iran War, Explained: Admiral Stavridis on Strategy, David Boies on Politics

The Iran War, Explained: Admiral Stavridis on Strategy, David Boies on Politics

Michael Smerconish examines the Iran conflict through two very different lenses. Admiral James Stavridis explains the military realities of the Straight of Hormuz, drones, minesweepers, and the risk o...

16 Mar 34min

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