Perino on Politics

With six months to go until the midterm elections, the founding partner of Cavalry and co-host of the Ruthless podcast, John Ashbrook, discusses the primary shakeups and policy pressure points defining the current political landscape.

John describes how everyday costs like gas and groceries, and a dead-heat race for control of the House, are shaping the upcoming election. 

Purple State: Dana and John dive into the "shenanigans" and internal drama facing the Democratic party's fundraising committee, ActBlue.

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As President Trump faces his third assassination attempt in three years, the sustainability of American political life is being tested by a surge in domestic terrorism and inflammatory language. 

Former Republican strategist and host of "The Rich Zeoli Podcast," Rich Zeoli discusses the fallout from the White House Correspondents' Dinner security breach, the danger of socialist rhetoric, and why the establishment is losing control of the Democratic Party. 

 Purple State: Dana shares a behind-the-scenes look at her new book, Purple State, and why "real men" aren't afraid to cry at a good story.

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Fox News Congressional Correspondent Bill Melugin describes the high-stakes battle over funding the Department of Homeland Security. As President Trump issues a June 1st deadline for Congress, Bill shares exclusive insights from his 500+ days on the border and explains the new budget reconciliation gamble in Washington.Bill discusses the Biden Administration's silence on the border and how it impacted the 2024 Presidential Election.

Purple State: Dana and Bill take a look at the shadow friendships in D.C. and the potential 2028 presidential candidates.

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High taxes and rising crime are driving a "wealth migration" out of the West. Republican Strategist Tiffany Smiley discusses the destructive impact of progressive policies in Washington State and the urgent need for a return to the American Dream.

Plus, Dana and Tiffany examine the lingering effects of COVID-19 lockdowns on the next generation and why younger voters are becoming more politically bold.

Purple State: Tiffany points out how families are fleeing Democrat-led states for places like Idaho, creating a shift in wealth and congressional influence that could reshape the political map.

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Founder of the Stewart Group and former aide to Senators Mitch McConnell and John Cornyn, Don "Stew" Stewart discusses the daring rescue of an American airman in Iran and the looming battles over President Trump's Department of War budget.

Plus, Dana and Stew examine why healthcare remains the top concern for voters heading into the midterms. 

Purple State: Stew points out how viral branding has taken over traditional policy platforms, and both sides of the aisle are grappling with a "death of policy" that prioritizes a TikTok-ready personality.

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