Perino on Politics

Apr 07 2025 95 ep. 30 mins 337

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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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America's Wild Ride

Apr 07 2025 31 mins

After a two-day break from Wall Street, America's wild ride continues. Author, columnist, and Wall Street Journal editorial board member Kimberley Strassel suggests that Congress has received a pass on the Department of Government Efficiency. She explains why no real and lasting cuts will come from Elon Musk and DOGE's efforts unless Congress locks them in. Dana and Kimberley dis

The Eve Of Liberation Day

Mar 31 2025 23 mins

Is the U.S. economy ready for President Trump's 'Liberation Day'? As the day nears, the stock market seems uncertain. Fox News Chief Political Analyst Brit Hume explains why there is no real history of tariffs having a happy ending. He discusses why tariffs often mean a tax increase because they suppress and distort economic activity. Later, Dana and Brit discuss the upcoming s

Follow The Money

Mar 24 2025 35 mins

While the Department of Education sits on the chopping block, the Trump administration stands firm on why it has lost its core function. Senior Vice President of CRC Advisors Matt Whitlock notes that eliminating the department will not hinder students' learning ability but rather improve their achievement level. Matt describes why President Trump's White House is staying on a suc

No More Mr. Nice Guy

Mar 17 2025 26 mins

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 gov

President Trump’s 80-20 Strategy

Mar 10 2025 25 mins

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

Raising Cane In Response

Mar 05 2025 30 mins

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. C

Time To Sink Or Swim

Feb 24 2025 22 mins

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 f

Measure Twice And Cut Once

Feb 17 2025 28 mins

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 administration

Americans Love A Comeback Story

Feb 10 2025 31 mins

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 relea

Promises Made & Promises Kept

Feb 03 2025 33 mins

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