Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt

James and Al call out Elon’s election spending and MAGA misinformation, rip apart the last 2 years of Republican governance, and the races to focus on at the state level, before welcoming Brennan Center for Justice President Michael Waldman. They discuss election integrity, the challenges of certifying an election, the need to prepare legally for expected post-election challenges, and driving turnout to ensure a legitimate election outcome. They also emphasize the need for ordinary citizens to stay vigilant and the critical opportunity we have to take back our democracy.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city– we love to hear where you’re from! More from James and Al:Get text updates from Politics War Room and Politicon.Watch Politics War Room & James Carville Explains on YouTube.James Carville & Al Hunt have launched the Politics War Room SubstackGet updates and some great behind-the-scenes content from the documentary CARVILLE: WINNING IS EVERYTHING, STUPID by following James on X @jamescarville and his new TikTok @realjamescarvilleGet More From This Week’s Guest: Michael Waldman: Twitter | Brennan Center For Justice | Author Please Support Our Sponsors:Smalls:For a limited time, get 60% off your first order, plus free shipping, when you head to Smalls.com/WARROOMMint Mobile:Get premium wireless for just $15 per month at mintmobile.com/warroomHers W.L.:Ready to reach your weight loss goals? Visit forhers.com/warroom to get personalized, affordable care that gets you.Superpower:Head to Superpower.com and use code WARROOM at checkout for $50 off your membership. Get 150+ biomarkers tested every year plus a personalized health plan and on-demand care team. Detect early signs of 1,000+ conditions. #superpowerpod

James and Al lay out the growing challenges facing Republicans heading into the midterms, how history will view his reign, and how to hold MAGA to account. Then, they welcome journalist and author of “Profiles In Cowardice”, Jacob Weisberg, to discuss the Trump administration’s war on our institutions, the ethical dilemmas faced by law firms under presidential pressure, and the need for the media to hold politicians to account. They also sit with congressional candidate for SC-01, Nancy Lacore, to game out her race for the seat of former Rep. Nancy Mace, looking at the need to end forever wars, increasing affordability on everything from gas to healthcare, and driving turnout among Black and young voters.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city– we love to hear where you’re from! More from James and Al:Get text updates from Politics War Room and Politicon.Watch Politics War Room & James Carville Explains on YouTube.James Carville & Al Hunt have launched the Politics War Room SubstackGet updates and some great behind-the-scenes content from the documentary CARVILLE: WINNING IS EVERYTHING, STUPID by following James on X @jamescarville and his new TikTok @realjamescarvilleGet More From This Week’s Guests: Nancy Lacore: Twitter | Campaign Website | navy.mil | Facebook | Instagram Jacob Weisberg: Twitter | Puskin | AuthorPlease Support Our Sponsor:Wild Grain: Get $30 off your first box and free croissants for life when you start your subscription to delicious quick-bake artisanal pastries, pasta, and bread at wildgrain.com/warroom with promo code: WARROOM

James and Al reflect on Trump’s erratic behavior amid his poorly executed midterm convention, how perception of him and MAGA is changing for the electorate, and the growing debate over AI. Then, they welcome congressional candidate from CO-08, Manny Rutinel, to discuss the importance of properly regulating AI companies and data centers, how to address the cost of living crisis, and how we can create a more equitable future. They are later joined by expert on our institutions and legal system, Ira Shapiro, to examine how Trump has disrupted the system, the scope of his corruption, and the challenge of restoring government integrity..Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city– we love to hear where you’re from! More from James and Al:Get text updates from Politics War Room and Politicon.Watch Politics War Room & James Carville Explains on YouTube.James Carville & Al Hunt have launched the Politics War Room SubstackGet updates and some great behind-the-scenes content from the documentary CARVILLE: WINNING IS EVERYTHING, STUPID by following James on X @jamescarville and his new TikTok @realjamescarvilleGet More From This Week’s Guest: Manny Rutinel: Twitter | Campaign Website | Facebook | CO.govIra Shapiro: Twitter | Website | Albright Stonebridge | Author Please Support Our Sponsors:Mint Mobile:Get premium wireless for just $15 per month at mintmobile.com/warroomCasper:Right now, save up to 20% on mattresses when you go to Casper.comSuperpower:Head to Superpower.com and use code WARROOM at checkout for $50 off your membership. Get 150+ biomarkers tested every year plus a personalized health plan and on-demand care team. Detect early signs of 1,000+ conditions. #superpowerpod