"Assassination Culture": America's Political Violence Epidemic

"Assassination Culture": America's Political Violence Epidemic

July 21, 2026 · 33 min

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The episode discusses the rise of political violence in America and the implications of Andy Burnham's leadership in the U.K.

An attack outside a federal building in Manhattan is raising fresh alarms about political violence in America. Officials say the suspect, who has a history of anti-ICE activity, detonated an incendiary device on Monday. The attack is just the latest example in a growing wave of political violence in recent years. FOX News contributor and retired FBI supervisory special agent James Gagliano breaks down what's driving this spike—and what can be done to curb it. As Britain welcomes its seventh prime minister in just ten years, the ascension of self-styled socialist Andy Burnham marks a dramatic leftward pivot for the country’s leadership. The former mayor of Greater Manchester now faces the monumental task of delivering on ambitious nationalization plans while navigating a precarious economy, tax policy debates, and incoming diplomatic pressure from President Trump over energy and military base access. Fox News Senior Correspondent and Searching for Heroes podcast host Benjamin Hall joins to discuss Burnham's agenda, the political landmines awaiting his government, and what this changing of the guard means for the future of U.K.-U.S. relations. PLUS…

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Guests: James Gagliano, Benjamin Hall

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Organizations: FOX News, ICE

Places: Manhattan, U.K., U.S.

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