Perino on Politics

President Trump is juggling foreign policy, the midterms, and a high-profile meeting with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani as he heads to the Empire State for the UN General Assembly. Guest host Colin Reed is joined by White House Reporter for The Wall Street Journal, Annie Linskey, for a look at the political challenges ahead.

Uphill Battle: Colin and Annie examine the growing impact of AI on the national stage.
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With just 50 days until the Midterm Elections, the fight for control comes down to razor-thin margins in swing races. Dana sits down with former RNC Chairman and former White House Chief of Staff, Reince Priebus, to dissect how Republicans plan to turn out presidential voters in off-year elections.

Uphill Battle: They unpack the political fallout surrounding artificial intelligence regulations, local data center backlashes, and critical looming votes on Capitol Hill.

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When America came under attack on September 11th, 2001, presidential leadership was tested like never before, with history on the line. 25 years later, Dana reunites with former Bush White House insiders Dan Bartlett, Eric Draper, John McConnell, Jeanie Mamo, and Nina Bishop to reveal what really happened behind closed doors.

From the chaotic White House evacuation to President Bush's iconic Ground Zero bullhorn speech, the team shares unscripted moments of resilience and resolve.

Never Forget: The team shares what they've found themselves thinking about in the lead-up to this 25th anniversary, and what should never be forgotten.

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Dana catches up with long-time friend and Axios co-founder Mike Allen to examine the nation's shifting political landscape as the countdown continues to the 2026 midterms. They discuss rising public backlash over AI data centers, internal battles facing House Democrats, and an early look at how the 2028 presidential race is shaping up. Mike also shares behind-the-scenes memories from covering Dana during her time in the Bush White House.

Book Club: Plus, Mike outlines actionable productivity strategies from his new book, Simplify: Do 50% More with 50% Less, to help you cut through modern noise and streamline your schedule.
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School choice is at the center of a growing national debate over the future of K-12 education. Former Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin discusses his new national effort, Empowering America’s Parents, and the push to expand education freedom tax credits and scholarships to millions of families. Governor Youngkin explains why he believes parents should have more control over their children’s education, and points to success stories in hopes of expanding the school choice movement.

Uphill Battle: Governor Youngkin weighs in on the challenges facing public schools, including declining enrollment and the growing demand for career and technical education.
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