Justice Samuel Alito on Originalism, ‘Speechifying’ Colleagues, and Media Caricatures
In a wide-ranging interview, Justice Alito talks about his legal approach; his decision to sit out the Suncor v. Boulder County climate case; the "very unfair" media portrayals; and threats to the Cou...
6 Okt 57min
Sen. Thom Tillis on Losing Friends, Antagonizing Trump, and the GOP’s Future
As he eyes retirement, the North Carolinian reflects on his biggest regret, tussles with President Trump, worries for Republicans in the midterms, views on JD Vance vs. Marco Rubio, and his new book, ...
5 Okt 25min
Pete Hegseth Says ‘No Beardos, No Weirdos’ / Donald Trump’s AI Safety Accord
The Defense Secretary's speech to the troops includes a welcome focus on drone warfare, but he also picks cultural fights that drown out his larger message. Plus, Donald Trump gathers tech leaders to ...
2 Okt 24min
Justice Alito Recuses From the Supreme Court’s Big Climate Case
Can cities and counties sue oil companies for global climate change? The Supreme Court is starting a new term with case asking that question, Suncor v. Boulder County. Alas, Justice Samuel Alito now s...
1 Okt 22min
The Democratic ‘Affordability’ Ruse
Democratic candidates are running on the high cost of living, but their policy plans would drive up the cost of groceries, gas and houses. Plus, do Democrats really regret the excesses of “woke”? Host...
30 Sep 28min
How Senate Republicans Frame the Midterms / Pope Leo Draws 800,000 in France
The Senate debates college sports, data centers, and stock trading, as the GOP tries to send a final message to voters before the November election. Plus, Pope Leo gets a warm welcome in secular Paris...
29 Sep 24min
An Inside Look at the Drone War in Ukraine
The war in Ukraine has demonstrated how modern warfare is changing by using data and drones. Jillian Melchior tells Paul Gigot about what she saw at a command center in Ukraine and how the U.S. milita...
28 Sep 30min
Wrapping Up the Trump-Xi Summit / The President vs. the White House Press Corps
Donald Trump's meetings with Chinese leader Xi Jinping result in an extended trade truce, as Beijing presses the U.S. on its stance regarding Taiwan. Meantime, a federal judge halts Trump from banning...
25 Sep 26min
