Perino on Politics

While President Trump's approval ratings are higher than ever before, FOX News contributor, outkick columnist, and host of the "Getting Hammered" Podcast Mary Katharine Ham notes that Americans are happy to have an energetic leader once again. She explains why the American people seem to be giving the president time to work on his agenda. Last week, the Republicans avoided a government shutdown. Dana and Mary Katharine discuss the fall out among Democrats in the wake of the events, and the likelihood that Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer's (D-NY) leadership role is on the chopping block. Uphill battle: Five years after the U.S. government shut down the country for the COVID-19 pandemic, Dana and Mary Katharine examine the implications that still exist today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While President Trump has completed the first 50 days of his second term, the deadline for a government shutdown is drawing closer as Congressional Republicans are working to avoid it. Founder of the Stewart Group, Don Stewart, explains what the House bill entails and President Trump's recent pivot, explaining why Americans may feel some economic pain while he irons out his tariffs plan. Recently, 1992 Clinton Presidential Campaign strategist James Carville suggested Democrats should wait, holding off their attack on the Trump administration, until their party is on one accord. For now, Don explains that President Trump's focus is on the 80-20 issues that are widely favored. Uphill battle: Don and Dana discuss California Governor Gavin Newsom's new podcast, if he has his eye on the White House, and if Democrats will support his unconventional moves to attract more supporters? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Following President Trump's Joint Address to Congress, Dana sits down with her go-to panel, Co-founder of South & Hill Strategies, Colin Reed, and Columnist at the Washington Examiner and Washington Post, Salena Zito, to recap last night's events. They discuss the Democrat's affront behavior, which Dana says proved President Trump right, that they have no common sense or heart. Colin and Salena touch on economic and energy policy issues discussed in President Trump's speech, including the administration's efforts to address the U.S.'s economic challenges. Uphill battle: After the last election, Democrats continue to misrepresent themselves. The panel discusses whether Democrats will find their footing while President Trump is in office. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump's second term proves to be making waves while Democrats attempt to reshape their party after the 2024 Election. Executive Vice President at Targeted Victory, Matt Gorman, unpacks both parties' recent strategies as the Trump administration continues its fast pace. Matt notes the second administration is more organized and confident than ever; however, the press is feasting on a thousand little storylines daily from the Department of Government Efficiency. Uphill battle: Matt and Dana ponder whether there is a promising leader for the Democratic party. While there was no red wave during the 2024 elections, will the Democrats get their act together in time for the 2026 midterms? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While the Department of Government Efficiency looks to tighten the belt on spending, Americans are noticing the speed at which they're working towards making cuts. Former Congressman Garret Graves (R-LA) notes that although DOGE's effort seems aggressive, the U.S. is on an unsustainable financial trajectory. Through DOGE's recent work, they have uncovered the Biden administrations misuse of taxpayers' dollars, which Garret argues that just because it has merit doesn't mean it needs funding from U.S. taxpayer dollars. Uphill battle: President Trump has announced that he wants to eliminate the Federal Emergency Management Agency due to its alleged inability to help those recover from major disasters. To avoid potentially being cut, FEMA must find ways to sustain itself more efficiently and cheaper. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A day after Philadelphia dominated on the field, President Trump sets his eagle eyes on the Department of Education. GOP strategist and host of The Rich Zeoli Show, Rich Zeoli, unpacks the current state of American politics and the Philadelphia Eagles' triumphant Superbowl win. Later, Rich notes President Trump faces the first test of his second term in negotiating for the release of the Israeli hostages from Hamas. Meanwhile, the Trump administration continues to crack down on criminal illegal immigrants. But what will the response be when Tom Homan begins deporting non-criminal, illegal immigrants? Uphill battle: Rich explains why the Democrats must repossess the GOP’s hold on the working class to regain the presidency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The White House slams Selena Gomez in response to her now deleted video message crying over the mass deportation of illegal migrants. Former Communications Director and Senior Advisor to President Trump, Founder & Principal of Line Drive Public Affairs, and Author of "Swing Hard In Case You Hit It," Tim Murtaugh offers a breakdown of President Trump's foreign policy decisions. He notes millions of Americans are dying from fentanyl overdoses, and how President Trump plans to use diplomatic means to reduce this risk. They also discuss the increase in border patrol and the mass deportation of illegal migrants, which Tim suggests will deter illegal crossings. Uphill battle: The Democratic Party has lost the working-class vote to President Trump's reformed Republican Party. As he implements the policies that attracted this coalition, Tim explains that the Democrats must address their progressive policies and leaders, which drove them away. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump is back in the big chair, but it's clear this is not a repeat of 2017. Senior Vice President of CRC Advisors Matt Whitlock recaps the first week of the second Trump administration, highlighting the President's removal of Former President Biden's D.E.I. policies. Matt also discusses how the mainstream media struggles to cover President Trump as Democrats attempt to contrive what the resistance should look like. Uphill Battle: While Democrats continue to reflect on their loss from the 2024 Presidential Election, they look toward the Democratic National Committee chair election as a point to move the party forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump is back in the Oval Office and has wasted no time getting right to work. Former Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy recaps Trump's inauguration, highlighting the swift pace at which the new administration is working. Meanwhile, former President Biden issued last-minute preemptive pardons for several family members, sparking widespread discussion. Uphill battle: Congress passed a TikTok ban, which the Supreme Court upheld. In response, President Trump signed an executive order delaying the ban, temporarily allowing Americans access to the app. However, the pressure is on to find a long-term solution as the countdown begins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With one week until President-elect Trump's inauguration, the Biden Administration makes waves in its final days in office. President-elect Trump's team has presented a "day one" strategy, suggesting they may have over one hundred executive orders ready to go. Editor-in-Chief of Jewish Insider and FOX News Radio Political Analyst Josh Kraushaar weighs in on how the President-elect will push his agenda through Congress. Uphill battle: As Democrats prepare for the Democratic National Committee chair election, they must decide which direction to take the party in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On a special edition of Perino on Politics, former Commodities Future Trading Commission Chairman Chris Giancarlo, aka the crypto-dad, explains cryptocurrency at a 30,000-foot level. At its heart, crypto is a new architecture of finance. Chris explains that it's an alternative investment; as traditional finance begins to recognize it and banks start forming crypto strategies, is it worth investing in? Uphill battle: Crypto companies need to work more with consumers to better understand the currency and why someone can place value on something online and call it money. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With two weeks left until Inauguration Day, President Biden struggles to define his legacy. In the final days, his administration makes baffling decisions that contest President-elect Trump's plans. Republican Strategist and Co-founder of South and Hill Strategies Colin Reed and National Reporter and Columnist for The Washington Examiner Salena Zito share their 2025 forecast for U.S. politics. Will Vice President Harris remain a major player in the Democratic Party? Uphill Battle: Without time on his side, President-elect Trump has a lot to do and various expectations to fulfill. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a wild election season, Dana recalls her conversation with Host of The Ben Shapiro Show Ben Shapiro. They spoke shortly after the presidential debate between President Biden and President-elect Trump on the potential impact following President Biden's performance. The fallout created an unprecedented change in the 2024 Presidential Election. Later, Dana and Ben spoke on the potential shift with working-class voters from the Democratic Party to the Republican Party. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While the 2024 Presidential Election ended swiftly and decisively, weeks later, Democrats might still not understand where they miscalculated and how it might affect them well beyond this election cycle. Founding Partner at Echelon Insights Patrick Ruffini shares his take on what helped President-elect Trump's return to The White House and why his appeal to working-class and racial voters is significant. Uphill battle: As President-elect Trump's approval ratings grow, young people overwhelmingly approve of the transition. To further their support the Trump Administration's efforts must reflect the demands of these voters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wall Street leaders are changing their tune on President-elect Trump, but how will his presidency affect Americans' wallets? The managing U.S. Director and Head of Research for The Eurasia Group Jon Lieber weighs in on the state of the American economy, why he believes tariffs are still a bad idea, and the political realignment happening across the country. Uphill Battle: Though inflation is returning to its historical trend and unemployment is fairly low, Americans still feel badly about the economy. Jon explains the challenges the Trump Administration faces on day one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With less than fifty days until President-elect Trump takes office, President Biden is nowhere to be found. Meanwhile, world leaders flock to Mar-a-Lago to meet with the President-elect. For the 47th President, everything is coming up roses as he sticks to his campaign message on matters of energy, groceries, and immigration. Republican Strategist and Co-Founder of South and Hill Strategies Colin Reed notes that the President-elect seems relaxed, poised, and forward-leaning. What can Americans expect on Day 1 of the Trump Administration? Uphill Battle: With Americans sicker than ever, will Robert F. Kennedy Jr. shake up the U.S. food industry? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As President-elect Trump rounds out his Cabinet, the selected bunch is making their way to Washington, D.C., to lobby for their positions in the new administration. Since giving his acceptance speech, the President-elect has mostly stayed out of the limelight, letting his actions do the talking. With over a decade of public and government service and as a former member of the Presidential transition council, Luis Reyes describes the fundamental structure of a transition of power and suggests a smooth transition is pertinent to national security, as the U.S. is at its weakest point. Uphill battle: In one of his final acts, President Biden pardoned his son, Hunter Biden, despite insisting no one is above the law. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While President-elect Trump assembles his second administration with fast and confident decisions, it seems his first four years in the White House prepared him for a presidential redo. Meanwhile, the results of the 2024 Election cycle reveal that the Democratic party overreached on cultural issues that lost to larger scale policies such as immigration and the economy. Founder of Mehlman Consulting, Bruce Mehlman provides insight on political trends and three reasons for the outcomes of the 2024 Presidential Election. Uphill Battle: With President Biden on his way out and President-elect Trump making his return, Dana and Bruce look ahead to 2028. Is it truly any party's game? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As President-elect Trump's Cabinet begins to take shape, the Senate stirs about how the appointment process will play out. What does a second Trump Administration mean for America? There is no time for sleep with a new administration barreling toward The Oval Office. While the news cycle picks up incredible speed, The Co-Founder of The Daily Wire and Host of The Ben Shapiro Show, Ben Shapiro weighs in on the reshaping of American politics. Uphill Battle: Inauguration Day is right around the corner; foreign adversaries brace themselves for the shift. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a long election season and a swift result, Donald Trump is now the President-elect and will become the 47th president of the United States. Founder of the Stewart Group, Don "Stew" Stewart returns to discuss a sweeping victory for the President-elect inside a polarized nation and the reason for the outcome of a fairly traditional election with two untraditional candidates. Dana and Stew unpack the nation's economic nostalgia, one decision the Trump campaign made early on that helped him win large, and then Vice President Harris's decision to back the Biden Administration. Uphill battle: Stew notes Bernie Sanders's post-election statement considering why Democrats are moving away from their party and allegedly forgetting union workers' concerns. How will they adjust their messaging for the 2028 Presidential Election? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices