This week, The Washington Post's Libby Casey, Rhonda Colvin and James Hohmann break down Elon Musk's successful effort to torpedo a government spending bill – and what that means about how president-elect Donald Trump's White House will function.
Plus, how are Democrats preparing for a Trump presidency in which they are the minority in both the House and S ... Show More
Jun 2025
Is the U.S. on the brink of war with Iran?
On this episode, The Washington Post's Libby Casey, Rhonda Colvin and James Hohmann break down the evolving news on Iran – from trading strikes with Israel to President Trump's increasing involvement.The crew breaks down what Trump says he might do, what his endgame is – and whet ... Show More
28m 56s
Jun 2025
It's Trump's military, from parade to protests
On this episode, The Washington Post's Libby Casey, Rhonda Colvin and James Hohmann break down just how much President Trump wants to remind you that he's Commander-in-Chief – from deploying the National Guard and Marines to Los Angeles, to Saturday's military parade in D.C.Plus, ... Show More
29m 14s
Nov 2023
Will Kentucky And Mississippi Elect Democrats?
In this installment of the 538 Politics podcast, the crew previews Election Day 2023, focusing on competitive statewide elections in two very Republican-leaning states — Kentucky and Mississippi. They also consider the value of a recent poll that asked whether we live in a "big, ... Show More
51m 48s
Nov 2024
Mike Sapraicone | Candidate, U.S. Senate New York | 11-05-24
Mike Sapraicone, running for election to the U.S. Senate to represent New York, calls in on this Election Day, to discuss his last minute feelings regarding his race against Democrat opponent Kirsten Gillibrand. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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