Episodes

  • Why TACOS are back in the headlines

    Why TACOS are back in the headlines
    Jun 12 2026
    TACOs are back. President Trump announced yesterday that he will nominate Jay Clayton, the U.S. attorney in Manhattan, to be the next director of national intelligence. This comes after pushback on the Hill to acting director Bill Pulte, a top Trump housing official. Meanwhile, just hours after declaring strikes on Iran for a third night in a row, Trump canceled the attacks, citing a breakthrough in negotiations. Is a deal within reach, or is this just another twist in a long-running standoff? Plus, the G7 Summit kicks off on Monday – and U.S. and European leaders alike are setting a low bar for success. Follow POLITICO here: ➤ X: https://x.com/politico/ ➤ Instagram: / politico ➤ Facebook: / politico For more news and analysis, subscribe to the Playbook newsletter: politico.com/playbook
    Show More Show Less
    15 mins
  • A vibe check inside Trump’s White House

    A vibe check inside Trump’s White House
    Jun 11 2026
    Tumult stirs in the White House as an increasingly frustrated President Trump tightens his inner circle. Abroad, another night of U.S. strikes on Iran is testing whether Trump's long-promised path to a peace deal remains viable. Plus, beneath the surface of the FIFA World Cup inaugural games, tensions grow between Trump, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney. Follow POLITICO here: ➤ X: https://x.com/politico/ ➤ Instagram: / politico ➤ Facebook: / politico For more news and analysis, subscribe to the Playbook newsletter: politico.com/playbook
    Show More Show Less
    14 mins
  • Lindsey Graham wins, inflation looms

    Lindsey Graham wins, inflation looms
    Jun 10 2026
    Voters in Maine have decided: controversy-plagued Democrat Graham Platner will face Sen. Susan Collins in the fall. Meanwhile in South Carolina, Sen. Lindsey Graham defeated MAGA challenger Mark Lynch, avoiding a runoff election. And with a key inflation report due later this morning, Morning Money newsletter author Sam Sutton joins the Playbook Podcast to preview the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) numbers and what they could mean for voters. Follow POLITICO here: ➤ X: https://x.com/politico/ ➤ Instagram: / politico ➤ Facebook: / politico For more news and analysis, subscribe to the Playbook newsletter: politico.com/playbook
    Show More Show Less
    15 mins
  • Will Graham Platner survive his controversies?

    Will Graham Platner survive his controversies?
    Jun 9 2026
    Voters head to the polls in Maine's primary, where Democrats are watching to see whether controversies surrounding Graham Platner will derail his political future. In South Carolina’s Republican gubernatorial race, it’s another test of Trump’s influence in a crowded field. Will Trump-endorsed Lt. Governor Pamela Evette cross the finish line? Plus, First Lady Melania Trump welcomes student finalists to the White House for the Presidential AI Challenge.
    Show More Show Less
    15 mins
  • 100 days of the Iran War and FISA at risk over Bill Pulte

    100 days of the Iran War and FISA at risk over Bill Pulte
    Jun 8 2026
    Sunday marked 100 days of the Iran war with no deal reached. Iran launched a new wave of missiles at Israel overnight and then Israel struck back. Trump is pressing both sides toward negotiations. Plus, the Senate's FISA renewal is at risk after Trump appointed Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence — the act expires Friday. And Maine's primary is Tuesday, with Democrat senate candidate Graham Platner facing controversy heading into the vote.
    Show More Show Less
    15 mins
  • The crypto clash that could reshape finance (with Brian Armstrong) | The Conversation

    The crypto clash that could reshape finance (with Brian Armstrong) | The Conversation
    Jun 7 2026
    Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong sits down with Dasha for a wide-ranging conversation on the future of crypto, the growing political influence of the industry, and his vision for a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence. Plus, he responds to JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon’s recent attack, after Dimon called him “full of s--t,” and explains why he’s still “a little perplexed” by the personal animosity. Have feedback for the show? Text or leave us a voicemail at 202-643-1536.
    Show More Show Less
    34 mins
  • Do scandals still have political consequences? Plus, Biden’s back in the headlines

    Do scandals still have political consequences? Plus, Biden’s back in the headlines
    Jun 5 2026
    The Bidens are back in the spotlight after tensions briefly flared between loyalist Andrew Bates and Jill Biden over her new memoir. Out west, California's primary results are rolling in, revealing a trademark California story: Democrat-on-Democrat showdowns. And with another round of allegations surrounding Graham Platner, do personal scandals still have political consequences?
    Show More Show Less
    11 mins
  • Todd Blanche gets the gig, oil shocks, and Trump vs. Congress

    Todd Blanche gets the gig, oil shocks, and Trump vs. Congress
    Jun 4 2026
    Trump nominates Todd Blanche as attorney general—but can he actually get confirmed? Plus, oil industry executives are warning the White House of a potential energy price spike in mid-to-late June as the Strait of Hormuz remains closed. And in Congress, vote-a-rama gets underway in the Senate, but as of late, but White House curveballs keep complicating things for Republicans.
    Show More Show Less
    10 mins