The Smerconish Podcast

Will JD Vance run for president in 2028, and would Donald Trump immediately endorse him? 2WAY Editor-in-Chief Mark Halperin joins Michael with exclusive insights from his interview with the Vice President aboard Air Force Two. Plus, could John Fetterman switch parties and cost Democrats control of the Senate? Halperin also reveals his latest 2028 Democratic presidential rankings, with Gavin Newsom, Pete Buttigieg and Josh Shapiro leading the pack. Michael takes listener calls on the future of both parties and what voters really want in their next president. Original air date 21 October 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: Will Europe's wave of violent protests reach America soon?
France is experiencing a wave of unrest, with protests spreading across Europe and political tensions rising on both sides of the Atlantic. Could America be next? Michael examines the competing explanations for the violence—from President Trump's warnings about immigration to economic pressures, government debt, and young people's frustration over an uncertain future. Is Europe's upheaval is a warning sign for the United States—or whether America's democratic institutions and elections offer a different path. Cast your vote at Smerconish.com and rate, review and share this podcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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