Charlie Sykes is joined by journalist Ryan Lizza to unpack the first 100 days of Trump's second term and why much of the political media is failing to meet the moment. They discuss Lizza’s dramatic exit from Politico, the dangers of corporate media under pressure, and why journalists — and citizens — must rethink how they cover and confront this new era. Plus, they explore the chilling implications of government weaponization, surveillance, and the slow erosion of democratic norms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Adam Kinzinger: Trump's Weakness Abroad, Corruption at Home
Charlie Sykes and Adam Kinzinger unpack Donald Trump's public humiliation by Vladimir Putin, his surrender on Ukraine, and the dangerous implications for America's standing in the world. They also dive into Trump's open market manipulation, the erosion of Congressional power, and why this political moment may be the most consequential in American history. Kinzinger argues it's time for Americans to decide: fight, flee, or acquiesce. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Kinzinger-Sykes: Trump Arrests a Judge
The FBI arrested Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge Hannah Dugan. Charlie Sykes and former Congressman Adam Kinzinger gave their reaction. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Paul Rieckhoff: Rise of the Fake Tough Guys
Charlie Sykes is joined by Paul Rieckhoff to break down the chaos engulfing the Pentagon under Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth—from classified leaks on Signal to a spiraling internal purge. They explore how a Fox News persona ended up with the nukes, what it means for U.S. national security, and why even Trumpworld is starting to panic. Plus, signs of resistance from Harvard, independent veterans, and the surprising impact of punching the bully in the nose.More info on Paul's work:www.IndependentVeteransOfAmerica.orgwww.IndependentAmericans.uswww.AmericanVeteransForUkraine.org https://youtube.com/@independentamericans8488?si=_LqnAsAM14Rdh7tVwww.Righteous.us Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ben Wittes: This is the Fight That Matters
Charlie Sykes is joined by Lawfare’s Ben Wittes to unpack a whirlwind week in Trumpworld—from the Supreme Court’s late-night rebuke of secret deportations to Pete Hegseth’s Pentagon meltdown. They discuss the legal stakes of the Abrego Garcia case, the markets reacting to Trump’s Fed threats, and the eerie silence around Trump’s authoritarian moves. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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