Claim OwnershipThe Warning with Steve Schmidt
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There is a very significant, “exhausted majority” of Americans looking to move past this rotten moment in American life. They have lost trust and faith in government, business, media and not-for-profit institutions at a moment of technological, cultural and economic upheaval. Fascism did not rise in the 1930s because it was strong, but rather, because democracy was weak. The cycle is repeating itself with a new extremism rising in 2020s America. On the podcast – consistent with the mission of The Warning newsletter offered on Substack and The Warning YouTube channel – I will be joined by interesting guests – some familiar, and some you may never have heard of – to discuss the political and cultural currents that are shaping our times, as well as the unseen forces driving politics that are rarely discussed on cable news. It's important for you to hear from a diverse range of voices – not just me – about the issues facing America today.
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These are the best Republicans Donald Trump has to choose from for a running mate? The puppy killer and political liar from South Dakota, Gov. Kristi Noem, won't take responsibility for lying in her new book. And Senator Tim Scott is pissing on the grave of the Unknown Soldier by denying a free and fair election. On this VE Day, we call out the threats to America in an effort to preserve democracy.
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Steve Schmidt speaks with political strategist Mathew Littman. Littman, who serves as a senior advisor for Brady United Against Gun Violence as well as the Biden-Harris Campaign, offered some key insights into what Americans should be making of the 2024 election. Steve and Mathew also discuss protests rocking college campuses and how both sides of the aisle can come together for sensible changes to combat gun violence. Plus, Steve and Mathew talk about the chilling plans in Trump's Time magazine interview and Mathew asks Steve if he thinks Trump will lock him up if he gets back into office; "It's an incredible question to be asked."
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Trump's Vice Presidential hopefuls, Governor Kristi Noem, Senator Tim Scott, and Senator Marco Rubio made their rounds to the Sunday morning political shows this week. Their interviews were riddled with lies, evasive non-answers, and ridiculous hypotheticals. Steve Schmidt tears apart their appearances and explains how they were speaking to an audience of one: the "Liar-in-Chief," the former President, Donald Trump.
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The protests on college campuses are a political disaster. The rhetoric around it will serve as "rocket fuel" for the Trump Campaign heading into November. Steve Schmidt explains why extremism on both sides - and the elimination of a centrist America - will lead Trump to victory.
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At elite universities across America, protestors are disrupting campus life and classes as they demonstrate against Israel. But many of these students, like "Keffiyeh Karen" are misguided, petulant, and silly. And if the protests and standoffs continue into the fall, it will be a huge factor in the election. Steve Schmidt explains why these protests are a "political disaster" that must be faced head-on.
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What would America look like under Trump if he took the White House for a second time? Steve Schmidt speaks with Steven Beschloss, journalist and author of the America, America substack. They agree that "retribution" will be a focus for Trump during a second term. Steve and Steven also discuss the fall of Rudy Giuliani, how congress is still operating under the influence of Trump, and what affect Trump's trial will have on his base. They also answer your questions including how they would run the world.
Read more of Steven Beschloss's writing: https://america.substack.com/
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Time Magazine published its new cover story based off of interviews with Donald Trump. In it, the former president explains what an America under a second term of Trump would look like. Steve Schmidt calls the plan "chilling" and a "recipe for dictatorship."
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Why is Bishop Robert Barron, a Catholic prelate with a huge social media presence, targeting an investigative journalist? Steve Schmidt explains the strange story of why His Excellency is bearing false witness against Heidi Przybyla after she spoke out against Christian Nationalism. Steve Schmidt warns this is demagogic attack and makes an important point: "Politicians with clerical collars have historically been very dangerous people. And this man, speaking of danger, seems like someone we all ought to keep an eye on."
BAD FAITH is now streaming on AppleTV+, Amazon and Google Play. This vital and timely documentary tells the disturbing story of the rise of Christian Nationalism in the US and how some are perverting religion to achieve their political goals.
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Steve Schmidt and BAD FAITH director Stephen Ujlaki join Scripps News to discuss a new documentary about the rise of Christian Nationalism in the United States. This vital and timely documentary tells the disturbing story of the rise of Christian Nationalism in the US and how some are perverting religion to achieve their political goals. Steve Schmidt explains that this dangerous political movement wrapped under the guise of religion is very different than Christianity itself.
BAD FAITH is now streaming on AppleTV+, Amazon and Google Play.
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This week, Rudy Giuliani, Mark Meadows and other Trump allies were indicted by an Arizona grand jury for 2020 election interference. Steve Schmidt explains why this dramatic fraud and corruption must be voted against in the 2024 election.
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1This week, the former National Enquirer publisher David Pecker testified in Trump's criminal trial. He said that he fabricated stories, including one about Ted Cruz's family, that Trump used on the campaign trail. Steve Schmidt explains that the media lying at the behest of Trump is old news. He explains how he was at the center of a smear campaign to ruin his credibility by linking him to the former president.
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Steve Schmidt speaks about how the criminal trial against Donald Trump is taking a toll on the former president. He sits down with Narativ’s Zev Shalev and says that the proceedings will “shrink him to nothingness.”
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This weekend, the House passed an aid package including $60 billion dollars that will go to Ukraine. Steve Schmidt explains why this is necessary not just to help Kyiv, but for America to ward off World War III. And despite the GOP extremists, House Speaker Mike Johnson formed a coalition and moved along this important legislation.
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Steve Schmidt speaks with Michael LaRosa, a political advisor who previously served as the Press Secretary for First Lady Jill Biden and was a special advisor to President Joe Biden. He speaks candidly about the love story of the President and his wife, how faith is a centerpiece of their life, and how they balance nightly dinner with reading briefing books. Steve and Michael also discuss the strategy to guard Joe Biden in the 2024 campaign race in order to protect him.
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The Trump campaign sent a letter to other GOP candidates across America: If you want to use President Donald Trump's name, you should pay up. This strategy is not unlike how John Gotti and mob bosses receive kick backs from people beneath them. But in American politics, this could lead to Russian-style oligarchy and straight-up corruption. Steve Schmidt explains the latest grift of campaign gangsterism.
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Donald Trump is forced to take part in his criminal trial daily. Tied to the courtroom, Trump is sleepy, worried, and naked. He is unmasked, just like the Wizard of Oz. Without his rallies and propaganda trumpets, he is stripped bare of his bully exterior. This is a huge moment of opportunity for one person: Joe Biden. His campaign must pounce on this moment and strike hard.
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Former President Donald Trump gave a bizarre (and false) retelling of the Battle of Gettysburg at a rally over the weekend. Steve Schmidt explains why this would be a totally different media story if Biden had said those exact words... and why it should be a warning not to vote for Trump come November.
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For the first time in American history, a former president will be facing a criminal trial. Steve Schmidt explains the responsibility of the jury, made of up Donald Trump's peers. He says that there should be no rooting for political outcomes, but rather upholding of the law. "The criminal trial is not a proxy for an election," Steve explains. "This is a moment where Donald Trump's fiercest critics must be his most vociferously defenders for a fair trial."
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Trump & MAGA Republicans grand strategy has now backfired and they should expect a "tsunami" of voters turning out this November. That's Steve Schmidt's big miss of the week. Find out why a state dinner hosted by President Biden is the hit of the week.
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Two top Republicans, US House intelligence committee Chair Mike Turner and Foreign Affairs committee Chair Michael McCaul, have said that Russian propaganda has "infected" their party. They said that their colleagues are repeating Kremlin messaging on the Capitol floor. Steve Schmidt reacts to this news and explains how these lies have gone unchecked and why it is a threat to American democracy.
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I was ready to sign up and support/ volunteer with Adam Frisch, then I saw this. Where do you stand, Steve? https://www.nolabels.org/no-labels-awards-its-problem-solver-seal-to-candidate-adam-frisch.
In response to Steve's question about andrew tate, it's very disappointing to hear Maria recommend focusing on the "positive" influences in her mens' lives. the elephant in the room is that so many young men simply do not have those positive influences. that is exactly why they fall under the influence of Tate or Jordan Peterson, Carlson etc. her response was woefully insulated and way too long. Steve you are on the right track asking these questions. thank you.
God, this is a smart interview. Just brilliant.