This week, Senate Republicans are laser-focused on getting the so-called rescissions package across the finish line. Republican strategist and Executive Vice President at Targeted Victory, Matt Gorman, breaks down the package aiming to claw back government spending. He explains that despite the previous noise surrounding President Trump and the former Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) head Elon Musk's initiative to cut waste, fraud, and abuse, their agenda isn't complete without the help of Congress.
Meanwhile, as the 2026 Midterm Elections inch closer, Matt describes why the GOP base will define the results.
I Wish Someone Had Told Me: Dana and Matt highlight the discussion
surrounding President Trump and the Epstein scandal. Has an online debate sparked internal fighting between MAGA Republicans?
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One Big, Beautiful Win
Over the weekend, President Trump celebrated many of his accomplishments throughout the past six months, including the passage of the "Big, Beautiful Bill." National Reporter and Columnist for The Washington Examiner, Salena Zito, breaks down the Trump Administration's significant achievements thus far and what she hopes to see going forward. Salena explains why the American heartland is pleased with the administration's progress and is benefiting from a recent economic shift.
Salena shares her new book, "Butler: The Untold Story of the Near Assassination of Donald Trump and the Fight for America's Heartland." She provides an insider's account of her experience on July 13th, 2024, and her phone calls with the President following his near assassination. I Wish Someone Had Told Me: Dana and Salena unpack the controversy surrounding New York City Democratic mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani.
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The Clock Is Ticking Towards July 4th Deadline
After a big win at the Supreme Court, President Trump continues to push his agenda forward, with hopes that Congress will pass the 'big, beautiful bill' by Friday. However, this big piece of legislation is on a knife's edge.
Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) explains the process of reconciliation and the President's goal to prevent tax rates from increasing. Dana and Speaker McCarthy also discuss the recent Democratic primary election in New York City, where a self-proclaimed Democratic Socialist won the nomination. They question whether this reflects the future of the Democratic Party.
I Wish Someone Has Told Me: Speaker McCarthy addresses his prior concerns about President Biden's cognitive health, which is now under investigation.
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MK Hammer On Operation Midnight Hammer
President Trump ordered strikes on Iran's nuclear facility on Saturday, adding to the involvement of U.S. forces in the Middle East. Now, Americans wait to see how the Iranian Regime will react. FOX News Contributor, Outkick columnist, and host of The Getting Hammered Podcast, Mary Katharine Ham describes President Trump's effective strike.
On the anniversary of Title IX, Dana and Mary Katharine highlight how Democrats continue to fail women by endorsing transgender men in women's sports. Mary Katharine illustrates why President Trump benefits from his adversaries who loudly oppose 80/20 issues.
I Wish Someone Had Told Me: Mary Katharine explains why she's revealing the truth about public sector unions.
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Stars, Stripes and Strife
Last week, Israel fired a series of airstrikes on the Iranian Regime with the intent to destroy their nuclear program; since then, the conflict has continued to escalate, as the opposing nations continue to exchange fire. Senior vice president at CRC Advisors Matt Whitlock shares President Trump's stance on the violent dispute and whether leaders at the 2025 G7 summit will call for an immediate cease-fire.
Over the weekend, "No Kings" protests plagued cities across the United States as President Trump attended a celebratory parade in Washington D.C. for the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army. While many Democratic leaders participated in the protests, Matt points out the party's hypocrisy that backs the "No Kings" agenda.
I Wish Someone Has Told Me: While President Trump's tough-on immigration policies are highly favorable by those who voted him into office, the farming industry is navigating the ripple effects of ICE raids on its workforce.
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Dana Perino cuts through the spin, talking to some of the most knowledgeable voices inside and outside of the Beltway Each week, Dana speaks with columnists, advisors, pollsters, and political strategists to discuss the latest headlines out of the political world. As Dana’s politically savvy and informed guests prepare her, and you, for the week ahead in the news. New episodes are available every Monday.
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