Donald Trump wins big in South Carolina and that’s three-in-a-row for the former president. Hugh talks about that plus today’s argument at SCOTUS over Big Tech and the States. Also on the show today: Jim Geraghty, Salena Zito, Bethany Mandel, and Joe Pickett’s creator C.J. Box is back talking about “Three-Inch Teeth” his brand new best-seller.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duane Patterson, producer of "The Hugh Hewitt Show" and TownHall.com VIP columnist, fills in for Hugh today and speaks with Ben Domenech and Sarah Bedford.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh covers the news of the morning and talks with Noah Rothman, Steve Krakauer, Jim Talent, and Josh Kraushaar.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh sat down for an extended chat with Alex Ward, national security reporter for Politico about his new book, "The Internationalists".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh reviews the trial balloon floated by Team Biden to impose a cease fire on Israel via a U.S. sponsored “cease fire” resolution at the Security Council. He also discusses it with Senator Tom Cotton, Byron York and David Drucker as well as an interview with Fran Maier about his terrific new book on the state of Catholicism in America: “True Confessions.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Then you should listen to Hugh today because he did too so you’d have fresh content on this Monday. Hugh unpacks the falllout from Putin’s murder of Navalny and talks with Jim Geraghty and Morgan Ortagus about it. Plus a chat with John Campbell on whatever it is that the Fed is doing right now and with Bethany Mandel on whether home schoolers should get today off!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Domenech and Sarah Bedford join Hugh for the week in review which centered on Israel’s indifference to the infirm president, the Fani Willis meltdown, Russia’s new weapons, and the urgent need to pass the national security supplemental. If Speaker Johnson has the votes, he can attach H.R. 2 to what the Senate sent over and send it back, or he can nod at the discharge petition and watch that sail through. Either way is fine by me, but if we can agree that Russia’s new threat in space adds clarity to their status vis-a-vis us, let’s get the aid to Israel, Taiwan and Ukraine stat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show, Hugh talks with AEI’s Matt Continetti (who is also co-host of the “must listen” Commentary pod), Josh Kraushaar, former Senator Jim Talent, Noah Rothman, and Leland Vittert about Biden’s rapidly accelerating U-turn on supporting Israel, plus Hugh’s new column for Fox News on whether Senator Tom Cotton ought to be Donald Trump’s running mate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ambassador Haley joined Hugh this AM to discuss campaign ‘24, Donald Trump’s slam on her husband, and the need for Joe Biden to resign. Then, Senator Tom Cotton on the just-passed Senate bill to aid Israel, Taiwan, and Ukraine, Charlie Spiering on his new book about Kamala Harris: “Amateur Hour,” followed by David Drucker and Byron York.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh talks with former federal prosecutor and Fox News Contributor Andrew C. McCarthy about the Hur Report —which as they both emphatically agree did NOT exonerate President Biden. Plus, conversations about whether the president should resign with John Campbell, Bethany Mandel, and David Bahnsen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh reviews Special Counsel Hur’s conclusions on President Biden’s acuity and the president’s angry “President Sisi of Mexico” press conference and concludes as do most objective folks that he’s not fit to be president anymore and should resign. Also, selections from the United States Supreme Court playing buzkashi with the Colorado Supreme Court decision.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh makes the case in his new Fox News column that the GOP in the Senate and House should support aid to Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan. He’s joined by Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK), former Senator Jim Talent, Dr. Michael Oren, Noah Rothman, and Josh Kraushaar.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Both Chairman Mike Gallagher (R-WI) and Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) joined Hugh this AM to discuss big votes they both have to take on the Supplemental (assuming it passes the Senate) and on Gallagher’s vote not to impeach Secretary Mayorkas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The text of the non-secure border bill was released Sunday and it was dead by Monday night. Hugh discusses why with Senator Tom Cotton, David Drucker, and Byron York.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh reviews the utter failure of the draft border bill in the Senate and talks with Senator Lankford about it as well as Salena Zito, Jim Geraghty, Bethany Mandel, John Hinderaker, and John Campbell. Plus a chat with Doug Lesmerises about the best college football pod available: Kings of the North.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh reviews his new Fox News column and why senators are hiding the bill from the public. He also talks with Arsen Ostrovsky, head of the Israel-based International Legal Forum, and Dr. Michael Oren, former Israeli Ambassador to the United States about UNRWA and why it must be shut down completely. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Times of Israel’s Haviv Rettig Gur joins Hugh Hewitt (and eventually Mary Katharine Ham) for an update on the war in Gaza and the politics in Israel.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh welcomed back Ambassador Haley to the program today. Most of the conversation was on the necessary response to Iran’s killing of three U.S. soldiers and wounding of scores of others. Hugh also interviewed Senators Tom Cotton and Roger Wicker on the same topic, as well as Admiral Stavridis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh talks with Florida Senator Rick Scott, National Review’s Jim Geraghty, Bethany Mandel, and Salena Zito on the wide open border and the Wall that is needed but which Senate Republicans are not demanding in the “negotiations.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Could Nikki Haley actually beat Donald Trump for the nomination? Unlikely but possible, and the rush to say “No” suggests people who don’t follow politics closely. Trump is an enormous favorite, but…stuff happens. And a two-person race focuses on new issues. Hugh discusses this and is joined by guests Noah Rothman, Jim Talent, Mary Kissell, and Josh Kraushaar on the same subject.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh plays the key parts of speeches by both former President Trump and Ambassador Haley, and interviews Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) and Deborah Fisher (R-NE). Plus, John Ondrasik of “Five for Fighting” on his new single “We are not OK"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh checks in with Bret Baier, David Drucker and Byron York, all on the ground in the Granite State, and talks the immigration reform negotiations in the Senate with Arkansas Senator Tom Cotton. Sounds like the Senate GOP is headed for another self-destructive flyer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ambassador Haley joined Hugh this morning to discuss the obvious: the campaign. They spent most of the time, however, on Iran’s apparent decision to seek a confrontation with the United States and the frailty of President Biden.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh talks about former President Trump’s appearance with Sean Hannity and Ambassador Haley’s CNN Townhall along with the realities of the polling. It is very difficult to see how any objective analyst doesn’t conclude Donald Trump is the prohibitive favorite to be the GOP nominee. Ben Domenech and Hugh discuss this reality as well as why the GOP must define 900 miles of Border Wall as a victory in the Supplemental negotiations and get that win or walk away. Plus, Sarah Bedford on the negotiations over the Wall and John Ondrasik’s new music video “OK."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis talks to Hugh Hewitt about his campaign, the proposed Biden-Schumer “deal” on the table and whether House and Senate GOP should reject it, as well as Chevron deference and why it matters so much that this made-up doctrine be consigned to the dustbin of Constitutional history.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh explains that the Senate GOP is close to blowing the 2024 election by proposing a “supplemental” funding deal for Israel (good), Ukraine (good) and “immigration law reform without a Wall” (awful.) The alleged Senate package is policy and political suicide coined by Senate staffers who never have to win elections. The Wall is 80% issue. If Democratic negotiators won’t agree to authorize it and appropriate the funds for its construction this year, walk away and run the election on that issue. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh reviews former President Trump’s sweeping victory in the Iowa Caucuses last night, with an emphasis on why Iowa’s vaunted “evangelicals” went for him —discussed in his FoxNews column here— and discusses the results with Senator Tom Cotton, Byron York, and David M. Drucker.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh previews tonight’s caucus and marks the 100th day of Israel’s war of survival with interviews with Bethany Mandel, Matt Continetti, and Jim Geraghty. Today also marks the return of former Congressman John Campbell who will be back commenting on the Fed and the economy from his perspective as a former member of the House Financial Services and Budget Committees. The pod will also bring you the arguments made by two of Israel’s advocates before the ICJ.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The U.S. and U.K. hit 60 targets overnight and President Biden —who made the Saudis stop their war against Houthis two years ago— did not make a televised statement. No surprise there as President Bumble racks up another national security fiasco and immigration negotiations are set to produce a bill that will fail unless a fully funded and authorized 900 miles of border wall are in it, with construction to be completed in 2024.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dueling Events on CNN and Fox. Plus, from Israel: Haviv Rettig Gur and Michael Oren. From the U.S.: Senator Dan Sullivan, Noah Rothman, John Kraushaar.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Speaker Mike Johnson Joins Hugh to discuss the budget deal, immigration reform and aid to Israel and Ukraine, and the need to focus on Election 2024. Also on today's podcast: Rep. Mike Gallagher, Mary Katharine Ham, and Matt Dixon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh relays his new “Morning Glory” column from FoxNews.com and talks about the argument for former President Trump to roll out his VP and Cabinet selections early. Plus, immigration reform bill talk with Senators Tom Cotton and Joni Ernst as well as PA Senate candidate Dave McCormick. Byron York and David Drucker round out today's podcast by discussing how Iowa and New Hampshire are taking form.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It is an astonishing thing: The president did not know that the SecDef was in intensive care. This is just another example of the haplessness of Team Biden from top to Biden. Hugh reviews the fiasco as well as the latest news from Israel and the United States.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh argues that Americans are losing focus on what is the opening phase of at least a major regional war begun on 10/7 by the depraved barbarians —losing their focus because it’s been diverted by the (very) important stories of the anti-Semitism at Harvard, Penn, etc and of course the presidential election. Today’s pod points to Commentary’s pod (which should be a daily listen) and to news sources that should be in everyone’s email each morning, “News Items” and “Daily Chatter” substacks. If you listen to this pod and Commentary and you spend 20 minutes reading News Items and Daily Chatter every M-F you will be better informed than 95% of Americans and 99% of “journalists” who love horse races and polls but not facts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh and the former governor talked about recent NH polling and the path forward for his presidential campaign. Also on today's pod is Daniel Poneman, former U.S. Deputy Secretary of Energy and former President and CEO of Centrus Energy Corp.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Tuesday’s Commentary podcast, John Podhoretz remarked on the “elemental force” that is Donald Trump but did not spend time on the sources of that force. In 2016, Peggy Noonan speculated that the “unprotected” in the U.S. were rising up in rebellion against the nation’s “protected.” Today Hugh spent most of his show discussing how the Claudine Gay debacle at Harvard is combining with other issues to fuel the anger of the unprotected and propel Trump forward again. He discusses with among others Salena Zito, Mary Katharine Ham, Jim Geraghty, and Congressman Mike Gallagher.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh talks about Israel’s seven-front war with “Call Me Back” pod host Dan Senor and Bethany Mandel, plus the 2024 Presidential Election opens in Iowa in 13 days followed by New Hampshire in three weeks. Hugh discusses with David Drucker of The Dispatch, Byron York, and Dean Pete Peterson of the Pepperdine School of Public Policy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former President Trump talks with Hugh about standing with Israel, “polluting the blood,” VP and SecDef lists, and debates post-New Hampshire if it’s down to one Republican.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh is joined by Terry Pluto, who has won every award for sports writing there is and who has seamlessly moved into podcasting while keeping up with the always-avaricious sports fans of Cleveland Ohio. Plus, Hugh reviews last night’s “The Panel” segment on Special Report with Bret Baier. (Hint: Hugh does not do well with bad legal takes from non-lawyer talking heads.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh’s reaction to the “dumbest contemporaneous decision I have ever seen since I started studying law in 1980 and teaching Con Law in 1996."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The border crisis has finally crossed over into every part of the American political spectrum and Americans demand that the border be closed. Americans also generally agree that Israel must be supported. Hugh talks with Senator Tom Cotton, Bret Baier, Byron York, David Drucker, Ambassador Michael Oren, and Bethany Mandel about both issues.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh was joined today by Haviv Rettig Gur of the Times of Israel, John Podhoretz the editor of Commentary, and historian Daniel Gordis to discuss the ten weeks since 10/7 and the reactions in America to the massacre of 10/7.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday brought a hail storm of Biden Administration leaks, hints, nudges and a push on Israel to “be more careful” and “three weeks more,” all of which was apparently walked back at Sullivan’s press conference Friday in Israel. Hugh reviews the news, reminds everyone not to underestimate the ability of Team Biden to get every decision wrong on Israel as it did in Afghanistan, and discusses with Ben Domenech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh talked with Governor Sununu and Nikki Haley about the governor's endorsement. Also on today's show: Noah Rothman, Dr. Michael Oren, Jim Talent, and John Strege.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Speaker of the House Mike Johnson and Senator Tom Cotton joined Hugh this morning to discuss the paralysis among Democrats over funding for Israel, Ukraine, Taiwan and border reform. It’s not complicated. The deal is straightforward. But the president is MIA (and has been from the start.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former NJ Governor Chris Christie joined me this morning to talk campaign 2024, plus a series of updates on Israel’s war of survival and Harvard’s stark choice of renewal or ruin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh’s show focused on the counter-revolution brewing inside America’s “elite” universities which were revealed as morally and intellectually bankrupt this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis joined Hugh this morning to discuss last night’s debate. Hugh also welcomed Ambassador Michael Oren from Israel, Congressmen Ciscomani and Garcia on the progress of the supplemental on Israel, Ukraine, Taiwan, and border funding, and then former Senator Jim Talent on the need for America to provide an “Iron Dome of Diplomacy."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh reviews the catastrophic (for Harvard, Penn, and MIT) hearing before Congress yesterday, and discusses it with Mary Katharine Ham. Plus, a long interview with Tim Alberta about his new book “The Kingdom, The Power, and the Glory”.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh reviews the outbreak of Trump hysteria among the Never Trump usual suspects and updates the news on Israel’s war of survival and the explosion of anti-Semitism in America. Plus, interviews with Senator Tom Cotton, Bret Baier, Byron York and Bethany Mandel.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh opened today’s show with a review of the mob outside of a Jewish-American owned deli in Philly yesterday, updates from Israel, and then interviews with Dana Perino and Len Khodorkovsky on Israel’s war of survival.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh’s show today opened with two segments reviewing the decision of Israel to resume the war against Hamas and he explains how Thursday’s disastrous visit to Israel by Secretary Blinken may have given the Hamas terrorist a completely false sense of security. Blinken’s presser in Israel May have been the worst exercise of public diplomacy by an American since Dean Acheson’s infamous Press Club speech of January 12, 1950.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Henry Kissinger joined Hugh last year for a long conversation about his then-new book “Leadership,” and a decade ago for an even longer interview about his book “On China,” both of which are today’s pod.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh broadcasts from the American Legislative Exchange Council gathering in Arizona. On today's show:  David Drucker, senior writer, The Dispatch. Dr. Michael Oren, former Israeli Ambassador to the U.S. Olivia Beavers, congressional reporter, Politico. Lisa Nelson, CEO, American Legislative Exchange Council. Danny Perez, national chair, American Legislative Exchange Council.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ambassador Oren and Haviv Rettig Gur join Hugh to discuss the extension of the pause in Gaza and whether when Hamas is destroyed in Gaza there is any path of hope for the Palestinians living there. Senators Marsha Blackburn and Tom Cotton also join Hugh with their views on Biden Administration support for Israel.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh provides updates from the best analysts of Israel’s war for survival and talks with Ambassador Michael Oren and Josh Kraushaar before speaking with Alexandra Hudson about her wonderful new book ‘The Soul of Civility,’ which may be the best Christmas present book out there for everyone in every category!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Haviv Rettig Gur of the Times of Israel, a frequent guest on Dan Senor’s “Call Me Back” podcast, joined Hugh to discuss Israel’s war against Hamas, the cease-fire and hostage release, plus much more. Also joining Hugh today: Mary Katharine Ham, Jim Geraghty, and Congressman Mike Gallagher, all of whom discuss the hostage deal, plus a conversation with Brian Kilmeade about his new book “Teddy and Booker T.".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Senor joins Hugh for a primer on Israel —past, present, and future— and Senor’s new book “The Genius of Israel”. 10/7 changes everything and Senor discusses it all. Plus, the rest of my off-air discussion with Dr. Michael Oren from earlier in today's show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie joined Hugh this morning and announced he had qualified for GOP Debate #4. Hugh also talked with Chair of House Intel Committee Mike Turner about the growing threat of terrorism inside the U.S, with Chair Mike Gallagher of the House Select Committee on the CCP, as well as Congressman Chuck Fleischmann of TN and Senator Ron Johnson of WI on aid for Israel.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Brooks joined Hugh today for a long chat about his new best-seller “How To Know A Person.” After the interview, Hugh discusses today’s March for Israel on the Mall with Ambassador Oren, Bethany Mandel, Bret Baier, David Drucker, Byron York, and Senators Tom Cotton and Dan Sullivan. A long pod but an important book and an important march.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh updates Israel’s war against the terrorists and talks with Frank Luntz about last week’s debate, specifically about the “words that work” in GOP debate formats.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday, November 10th, 2023: Hugh gives his first impressions of Wednesday night’s debate, a discussion he will continue next week as the war in Israel and the looming threat from the CCP realigns the electorate even as the Republican candidates chase former President Trump.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Senator Tim Scott joined Hugh to discuss U.S. support for Israel, the background checks system in place for gun buyers, and the new poll of Republican Caucus goers in Iowa; plus Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Arkansas Senator Tom Cotton. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh is back from New York and covers the horrific mass shooting that took place in Lewiston, Maine. Also on today's show: Sonny Bunch, Ben Domenech, and Sarah Bedford. Originally aired Friday, October 27th, 2023.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duane Patterson, Producer of The Hugh Hewitt Show, fills in for Hugh today, covering the news and talking with Dr. Michael Oren and Mary Katharine Ham. Originally aired Thursday, October 26th, 2023.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Morgan Ortagus covers the news of the morning and talks with: Rep. Kat CammackRep. Andy OglesSen. Marsha BlackburnDavid UrbanOlivia BeaversCapt. Mark VandroffRep. Rich McCormickMeredith McGraw Originally aired Wednesday, October 25th, 2023.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh talks with Dr. Michael Oren, Dan Senor, and former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie about Iran’s control of Hamas and Hezbollah and whether the Biden Administration with its Obama hold-overs can ever come to grips with that reality. Originally aired Tuesday, October 24th, 2023.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ronna McDaniel joins Hugh to discuss the next GOP presidential debate in Miami and the participation of the Republican Jewish Coalition. He talks with Congressman Van Orden who is in Israel, with Josh Kraushaar, and with historian Andrew Roberts about Lord Robert’s’ new book “Conflict,” co-authored with General David Petraeus (USA, Ret.).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh talks with Ambassador O'Brien about the Iranian-backed invasion and attack of Israel by Hamas as well as the disastrous Biden administration policies that led to this escalation and breakout of war.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In an interview taped Thursday morning, General David Petraeus joined Hugh Hewitt to discuss his new book with Andrew Roberts: “Conflict”.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Morgan Ortagus, former spokesperson for the State Department and founder of Polaris National Security, fills in for Hugh, covering the news of the morning with news clips and talking with former Michigan Congressman Mike Rogers, Dr. Michael Oren, Olivia Beavers, Rep. Jim Banks, Gov. Doug Burgum, and Sen. Katie Britt.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Michael Oren checks in from Israel. Ambassador Nikki Haley and Senator Tim Scott weigh in on President Biden’s short trip to Israel and what message he and his senior advisors are sending the world. Hugh talks with Senators Ernst, Blackburn, and Rubio along with Chairman Mike Gallagher about the Israel-Hamas war and we hear Mary Katharine Ham's reaction to the U.S. media running with Hamas' propaganda.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh updates the crisis in Israel following the massacre and talks with Dr. Michael Oren, Senators Cornyn and Cotton, Admiral Stavridis, Bret Baier, and Bethany Mandel on America’s response.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh talks with Ambassador Michael Oren from Israel and with Andrew McCarthy and Josh Kraushaar on the preparations for war in Gaza.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a special podcast, Hugh interviews NPR’s Steve Inskeep at length about his powerful new study of Lincoln and how he engaged with those who disagreed with his beliefs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh updates the developments from Israel and interviews Senator Dan Sullivan and Congressmen Mike Garcia and Ryan Zinke —fighter pilot and SEAL respectively— about the war (and the House GOP breakdown).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duane Patterson, producer of The Hugh Hewitt Show and TownHall.com VIP columnist, fills in for Hugh today. On today's show: Byron York, chief political correspondent, Washington Examiner. Sarah Bedford, political reporter, Washington Examiner. Jim Talent, senior fellow, Bipartisan Policy Center. Jim Geraghty, chief political correspondent, National Review. Dr. Michael Oren, former Israeli Ambassador to the U.S. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh updates the terrible toll from Israel and talks with the editor-in-chief of the Jerusalem Post Avi Mayer, host of the “Call Me Back” podcast Dan Senorm, and Mary Katharine Ham, plus Congressmen Mike Gallagher and Juan Ciscomani.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh covers the news of the morning with audio clips and talks with David Drucker, John Bursch, Adm. James Stavridis, Bethany Mandel, Senator Pete Ricketts, and Representative Carlos Gimenez. Originally aired October 10th, 2023.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh covers the grim situation unfolding in Israel and talks with Dr. Michael Oren, Yoni Tidi, Speaker Kevin McCarthy, Senator Tom Cotton, and Rep. Michael Waltz.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vivek stopped by today to discuss his campaign as well as the "chaos" in the House that he suggests may not be such a bad thing. Also on today's show, Senators Dan Sullivan and Rick Scott, plus Ben Domenech of The Spectator/Fox News.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a historic first, the House moved to vacate the speakership following a successful challenge from a small group of House Republicans who turned against Kevin McCarthy. Many reactions on today's show, including from Florida Governor and presidential candidate Ron DeSantis. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Congressman Lawler and Senator Cotton discuss the dysfunction brought about by the Knucklehead Caucus in the House and their plan to challenge Kevin McCarthy's speakership. Also on today's show: David Drucker, Byron York, Bethany Mandel, and Bret Baier. Originally aired Tuesday, October 3rd, 2023.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh covers the news of the morning with audio clips and talks with Salena Zito, Philip Balboni, Adm. James Stavridis, David Cortman, Dave McCormick, and Josh Kraushaar.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's debate night! Hugh covers the news of the morning and talks with Rep. Dave Joyce, Dr. Michael Oren, Jim Geraghty, Olivia Beavers, and Paul Winfree.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rep. French Hill (AR-02) and Arkansas Senator Tom Cotton joined me this morning to discuss opposition among conservatives to a government shutdown. Also on today's show: Bethany Mandel, co-founder of RightBooks4Kids, and Emily Seidel, CEO of Americans for Prosperity.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s pod, Hugh reviews the ordinary activities of an average weekend and some higher-order tasks as well in the first edition of “Would You Let Joe Biden…"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An hour of Arthur Brooks on “Building the Life You Want” —the new best-seller he has co-authored with Oprah, including segments not heard on the radio this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The gloves come off in the GOP Caucus as NY Republican Lawler tells Hugh that the moderates are ready, willing and able to work with Democrats to break the deadlock. Ben Domenech and Sarah Bedford add their commentary on the Matt Gaetz led blockade of a Republican budget.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Senator Tim Scott blasts Vivek Ramaswamy on Taiwan and Israel, and three congressmen try to explain why the House cannot pass a defense appropriations bill because of five House Republicans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Arthur C. Brooks leads off today's show as I play the 2nd part of a 5-part interview about his latest book, "Build The Life You Want" which he co-authored with the one and only Oprah Winfrey. Senators Tom Cotton and James Lankford join me to discuss gridlock on spending bills and the latest on the border crisis. Former Congressman Mike Rogers is running for senate in Michigan and stopped by to discuss his campaign. Also on today's program: Jim Geraghty on the Jets' demise and GOP field, and Olivia Beavers reports from the hill on the latest movements from House GOP as the shutdown looms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duane Patterson, producer of The Hugh Hewitt Show and TownHall.com VIP columnist, fills in for Hugh. On today's program: David Drucker, Byron York, Bethany Mandel, and part 1 of Hugh's interview with Arthur C. Brooks about his new book.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday night football is back. Salena Zito brings us the Yinzer Report. Hugh talks energy policy with former Ambassador Robert C. O'Brien & Neil Auerbach. Jewish Insider editor-in-chief Josh Kraushaar shares his analysis with Hugh.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh runs down the headlines and the key clips from Wednesday’s presidential campaigning and talks with Mary Katharine Ham about the 911heroesrun.com, the Ohio State vs George football, and the “Kings of the North” podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Grand Old Pod is a subscription pod available, usually, only to members of the Hughniverse.com. But because Hugh, Duane and former Congressman John Campbell devoted most of the Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday “Grand Old Pod” to Energy Secretary Granholm’s and NPR’s absurd EV “road-trip-that-isn’t-a-road-trip” we are combining those broadcast and making them available to everyone. Enjoy!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today Hugh reviews the David Ignatius column from the Washington Post which has rocked the Beltway and talks with former Secretary of State Pompeo about the dangerous situation the United States faces with an infirm president.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh talks 2024 with Bret Baier and Byron York but first, the full interview with Mustafa Suleyman about his new best-seller about AI: “The Coming Wave." Find the book here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kyle Mills returns to discuss his final Mitch Rapp novel, Hugh covers the news on The Rundown, and Senator Tom Cotton joins Hugh to discuss this day of remembrance, the anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. Book: https://www.amazon.com/Code-Red-Mitch-Novel-Mills/dp/1982164999See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Originally aired September 7th, 2023. Staying in GOP Switzerland, Hugh hosted former VP Pence and former NJ Gov Christie on the radio program today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh talks with Wisconsin Senator Ron Johnson on the ongoing investigation into Hunter Biden, the manifest infirmity of President Biden, and “old Twitter’s” censorship of him during COVID.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In an hour-long interview that ranged from the motives of prosecutors and whether he would take a deal to leave the race in exchange for the dropping of all charges, to the stability of Xi Jinping in office, the former president vows to win again and then "seek the truth" about all the charges against him.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh covers the 2nd slowest news day of the year behind the 4th of July and talks with David Drucker, Byron York, Adm. James Stavridis (USN, Ret.), Bret Baier, and Sen. Tom Cotton.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jonathan Haidt joined Hugh to discuss cell phones and young folks and why, absolutely, schools should BAN cell phones from campuses. Yesterday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chairman Mike Gallagher of the House Select Committee on China on American investment banks selling the ChiComs the rope and Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin on SecureYourVoteVirginia.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rep. Ro Khanna (D, CA-17) joined me this morning for a wide-ranging discussion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former U.N. Ambassador and South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley joined me this AM, as did Sen. Tom Cotton.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh spent most of an hour talking with Chairman Gallagher of the Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party about what the GOP candidates should be asked about Xi and the CCP Wednesday night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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David Sacks helped launch Governor Ron DeSantis' campaign on Twitter (now "X") and is a funder/activist of rapidly increasing influence. He's also a harsh critic of the U.S. aid to Ukraine. He joined me for a long conversation that ranged far and wide on national security issues. The transcript is available at HughHewitt.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh talks with Jerry Dunleavy and James Hasson about their book "Kabul" – available where book are sold and online at Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Kabul-Untold-Bidens-American-Warriors/dp/1546005307 Also on today's podcast: Jim Geraghty and Sen. Tom Cotton.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The fourth round of indictments of Donald Trump landed Monday night and reactions piled up online. Hugh discusses with Senate Judiciary Committee member John Kennedy, Fox News Bret Baier, Washington Examiner’s Byron York, and The Dispatch’s David Drucker.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh talks with Vivek Ramaswamy, 2024 GOP Presidential candidate, and Michael Shear of The New York Times.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh covers the news and talks with Chris Christie, Gov. Kim Reynolds, Sen. Tom Cotton, and David Rivkin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum, Nebraska Senator Pete Ricketts, and Admiral James Stavridis (USN, Ret) all discuss Senator Tuberville’s hold on military promotions with Hugh on today’s show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nikki Haley calls for trial of former President Trump to be moved out of D.C. and blasts Tommy Tuberville's boycott of 300+ promotions in the military of career officers. Plus, Aaron Baer on the need to vote Yes on Measure 1 in Ohio today, David Drucker, and Byron York.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh plays the unaired 2nd hour of his conversation from last Thursday with "America's Cultural Revolution" author Christopher Rufo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duane Patterson, producer of The Hugh Hewitt Show and TownHall.com VIP columnist, fills in for Hugh today, covering the news of the morning and talking with Sonny Bunch, co-host of the Bulwark Goes to Hollywood and Across the Movie Aisle podcasts, and Sarah Bedford, Washington Examiner political and investigative reporter.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh covers the news of the morning and talks with Mary Kissel, Aaron Baer, and Dr. Michael Oren.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh covers the latest indictment of former President Trump by Special Counsel Jack Smith in D.C. and talks with Mary Katharine Ham and Jim Geraghty.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh replays his recent conversation with novelist Daniel Silva, author of the new novel, "The Collector." Col. Kurt Schlichter guest hosts today as Hugh recovers from last week's travel debacle. Rep. Jim Banks and Byron York joined Kurt to discuss the latest with the Biden family business story.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aaron MacLean, a fellow at The Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD), and Rep. Mike Gallagher, Chairman of the Select Committee on China join Hugh today to discuss their article in Foreign Affairs titled "Why America Forgets–and China Remembers–the Korean War." Also on today's program: NH Governor Sununu and Morgan Ortagus of Polaris National Security.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh broadcasts from the 50th annual American Legislative Exchange Council gathering in Orlando. Talking today with: Danny Perez, ALEC’s National Chair. Jonathan Williams, ALEC Executive Vice President of Policy. Lee Schalk, ALEC Vice President of Policy. Mike Webert, VA House Whip. TJ Shope, Arizona Senate President pro tempore.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duane fills in for Hugh who is stuck at the Newark Airport. He is joined by Lee Habeeb, Salem Media Group VP for Content, as they broadcast from the 50th annual American Legislative Exchange Council gathering in Orlando.  Today's guests: Florida State Rep. Danny Perez, ALEC National Chairman. Lisa Nelson, ALEC CEO. Texas State Senator Phil King, former ALEC National Chairman. West Virginia State Senator Patricia Rucker. Georgia State Representative Mesha Mainor. John Wills, Iowa Speaker Pro Tem. North Carolina State Rep. Tricia Cotham. Arkansas State Senator Jim Dotson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh covers the news of the morning and talks with Dr. Michael Oren, Mary Katharine Ham, Jim Geraghty, and Olivia Beavers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brad Thor writes the equal of any of his previous best-sellers with the new "Dead Fall." A fabulous thriller and he joins Hugh to discuss this AM. Plus, Hugh's breakdown of tomorrow's hearing on the proposed Hunter Biden plea deal, and Senator Tom Cotton's reaction to that sweet heart deal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vice President Mike Pence joined me today to discuss national security issues and his effort to make the debate stage next month. Also on today's show: Mollie Hemingway talks Barbie, and Salena Zito joins us for this week's Yinzer Report.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Governor DeSantis joined Hugh this AM to discuss the threat posed by Xi and the CCP as well as Jack Smith and his "first ever" indictments and "The Narrative" of "corporate media" about the 2024 race. Plus, Senator Tom Cotton, former Senator Jim Talent, and hopefully future Senator Hung Cao.  Bonus: Hugh had on sports agent Evan Brennan to discuss the explosion of "Name, Image, and Likeness" laws across the United States.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Daily Beast's Matt Lewis (formerly of The Daily Caller) wrote a book and that's what I'm talking with him about today. Also on today's show, North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum says he has met the fundraising and donor requirements for appearing at the debates. Will we see him there?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's pub day for Kim Strassel, who stopped by the program to talk about her new book, "The Biden Malaise." You should buy two copies. One for yourself, the other for your favorite sane-minded lefty friend or family member.  Also on today's show: Bethany Mandel, Mollie Hemingway, and Rep. Juan Ciscomani.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jake Tapper's third thriller in the Marder saga is out and flying off shelves. He joined me to discuss "All The Demons Are Here." Plus, U.S. Senate Candidates Tim Sheehy in Montana and Frank LaRose in Ohio, and Admiral Stavridis (USN, Ret.) on Senator Tuberville and CCP.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh covers the news of the morning with audio clips and talks with Ben Domenech, Sarah Bedford, and Sonny Bunch.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh talks with Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The President awoke from his power nap to join other G7 leaders at NATO Summit 2023. Here today to discuss with Hugh are Mary Katharine Ham, Senator Marsha Blackburn, Chairman Mike Gallagher, Olivia Beavers, Senator James Lankford, and Ambassador Ric Grenell.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh covers the news of the morning with audio clips and talks with Byron York, Chief Political Correspondent for Washington Examiner, Bethany Mandel, co-founder of RightBooks4Kids, Mollie Hemingway, Editor-in-Chief of The Federalist, Arkansas Senator Tom Cotton, and Jordan Sekulow, Executive Director of ACLJ.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh shares a political thriller for your summer reading pleasure, a book from first-time novelist and current Secret Service Special Agent Mark J. Brandenburg titled "Fence Jumper." Salena Zito checks in for the weekly Yinzer Report and Hugh talks with Cleveland entrepreneur Bernie Moreno about his campaign for Senate. Get "Fence Jumper" by Mark J. Brandenburg here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh watched the Aspen Ideas Festival presentation titled "The A.I. Dilemma" by Tristan Harris and Aza Raskin, and spent much of the program discussing it with the audience and with Sonny Bunch, film critic extraordinaire, and Ben Domenech, of The Spectator and a Fox News Contributor. Listen to the pod and then watch the presentation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh is joined by former Arkansas Governor and 2024 GOP presidential candidate Asa Hutchinson. Also on today's program: Josh Kraushaar, Editor-in-Chief of Jewish Insider, and Jim Geraghty, Senior Political Correspondent at National Review.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The former Vice President joined me today for an extended interview. Also on today's show: David Drucker, Mary Katharine Ham, Bethany Mandel, and Kristen Waggoner.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh discusses recent SCOTUS rulings with Jonathan Adler, professor at Case Western Reserve University School of Law, and Stephen Vladeck, the Charles Alan Wright Chair in Federal Courts at the University of Texas School of Law. Also on the program today is Byron York, Chief Political Correspondent for Washington Examiner, former Minnesota Senator Norm Coleman, Republican Jewish Coalition National Chairman, and Salena Zito, NY Post Columnist.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh covers the news of the morning and talks with Ben Domenech, Sarah Bedford, and Sonny Bunch.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former South Carolina Governor and U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley and current Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin joined Hugh this AM and covered the waterfront of issues: from the plight of the Uyghurs to Affirmative Action.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Talking this morning with Morgan Ortagus, Mary Katharine Ham, Rep. Carlos Gimenez, Rep. Mike Gallagher, Olivia Beavers, Jim Geraghty, Rep. Mike Waltz, and Hank Adler.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Much talk of Russia's upheavals and of the race for the GOP nomination with new entrants into the lists Miami Mayor Francis Suarez, Indiana's next senator Rep. Jim Banks, plus Byron York, David Ducker, Bethany Mandel, Morgan Ortagus, and Reagan Institute's Rachel Hoff on the institute's summer poll on national security issues among Americans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Campaign 2024 is well and truly underway when Chris Christie and Vivek Ramaswamy sit for 30 minute interviews with Hugh. Both are reproduced here in full. Plus, Josh Kraushaar on how the race is stacking up as July 4th approaches.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jay Weaver is the Miami Herald’s go-to guy on big cases and stories and he will be covering any prosecution of former President Trump. He joined Hugh this AM. Plus: The new allegations about Hunter Biden’s sweetheart deal by whistleblowers will never not be an issue in 2024 campaign, even if a federal judge slaps him on the writer and sends him off to another White House state dinner.  Hugh discuses with Ben Domenech and Sarah Bedford plus Friday’s movie report from Sonny BunchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every American supporter of Israel needs to read a compelling new book from former Deputy Minister and Israeli Ambassador to the U.S. Dr. Michael Oren. As the conclusion to a project begun when he was serving alongside Prime Minister Netanyahu as Deputy Minister, Oren and colleagues understood to look out 25 years to Israel's 100th birthday in 2048 and examine the greatest challenges ahead of the Jewish State. The result is this very readable and eye-opening book on Israel as it enters its adolescence as a nation, bound for its centenary. Get it. Read it in your book group. Get beyond the headlines.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh covers the news of the morning and talks with Mary Katharine Ham, Olivia Beavers, and Robert Harris.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Chinese Communist Party wants to build a military base in Cuba and why wouldn't it with the appeasement it found in Secretary Blinken yesterday? I discuss this with Senator Cotton and Chairman Turner. Then, an extended interview with Stanford's Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, in my view, the most responsible and influential critic of much of COVID-era public health policy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Judge Amul Thapar's terrific new book about Justice Thomas took center stage on the program today and leads the podcast before I discuss the federal indictment of former President Trump on the GOP race for the nomination with Wisconsin Senator Ron Johnson and Salena Zito.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum talks with Hugh about his new presidential campaign. He begins by deflecting a question about former President Trump and the pardon power, but he knows about the nuclear triad. Plus, Sarah Bedford on House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jordan's whistleblower on the Mar-a-Lago raid. Ben Domenech on the Trump indictment, and of course it's Friday, so Sonny Bunch is onboard, talking "The Flash" and "Elementals."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Senator Marco Rubio and former federal prosecutor Andrew C. McCarthy join Hugh to discuss the nuts and bolts of any federal prosecution of the former president, plus related interviews with Bret Baier and former senator Jim Talent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh covers the news of the day with audio clips and talks with Salena Zito, Mary Katharine Ham, Len Khodorkovsky, and Olivia Beavers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh covers the news of former President Trump's arraignment with audio clips and talks with David Drucker, Byron York, Mollie Hemingway, Sen. Tom Cotton, and Sen. John Cornyn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Both Speaker Kevin McCarthy and Governor Ron DeSantis joined Hugh this morning to talk about what the GOP would do first if it regains the presidency and Senate and retains the House majority in 2025 plus Chairman of the House Select Committee on the CCP Mike Gallagher and CA GOP Chair Jessica Patterson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh covers the news of the morning with audio clips and talks with former Vice President Mike Pence, 2024 Presidential candidate, and New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Senator Tim Scott joined Hugh this morning to discuss the kick off of his campaign, the looming indictment of Donald Trump, and confronting an increasingly confrontational CCP. Also, former National Security Advisor Ambassador Robert O’Brien, former Senator Jim Talent, and Ben Domenech on China’s challenge the leaks about Trump. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RNC Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel joined Hugh to discuss the debate calendar which begins in August. Plus, Jim Geraghty, Mary Katharine Ham, and Olivia Beavers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh covers the news of the morning with audio clips and talks with Dr. Jerry Hendrix, Captain (USN, ret.), David Drucker, Byron York, Rep. Ken Calvert, Bethany Mandel, Mollie Hemingway, Jason Chaffetz, and Bret Baier.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh covers the news of the morning with audio clips and talks with Salena Zito, Steve Cortes, Josh Kraushaar, David Bahnsen, and Rep. Patrick McHenry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duane Patterson, producer of The Hugh Hewitt Show, and TownHall.com VIP columnist, fills in for Hugh today. Duane covers the news of the morning with audio clips and talks with Dr. Michael Oren, former Deputy Minister for Diplomacy in the Israeli Prime Minister’s Office, Mary Katharine Ham, co-host of the “Getting Hammered” podcast, and Josh Kraushaar, Editor in chief at “Jewish Insider.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Originally aired May 31st, 2023. Col. Kurt Schlichter, senior columnist for Townhall.com and author of "Inferno (Kelly Turnbull Book 7)", fills in for Hugh,  talking with Salena Zito, Liz Sheld, Senator Marsha Blackburn, Congressman David Joyce, and Senator Mike Lee.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy joined Hugh to expand on the details of the negotiation that led to the debt limit deal – and to warn FBI Director Wray to comply with the subpoena or get hit with a contempt charge. Also, David Von Drehle on his surprise best-seller "The Book of Charlie" plus Mollie Hemingway, Byron York, David Drucker, and Bethany Mandel.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Senate Republican Caucus needs to see a GOP Nominee in Ohio against incumbent Sherrod Brown who can win along the northern border as well as in Cinncy. State Senator Matt Dolan joined Hugh today to make his case after Bernie Moreno made his earlier in the week and on an earlier pod. Plus, Morgan Ortagus and Sarah Bedford.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It takes a lot to join Hugh's list of must-read thriller authors alongside Daniel Silva, C.J. Box and Brad Thor, and M.P. Woodward has crossed that bar and joined Hugh today, along with Senator J.D. Vance and West Virginia Governor Jim Justice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh covers the debt ceiling news and a story from the Telegraph about what killer whales have recently learned to do. Peter Baker, Chairman Mike Gallagher, Olivia Beavers, and Jim Geraghty join Hugh to discuss.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh covers the busy weekend in presidential politics plus the debt limit negotiations and dire economic forecasts mount. Plus David Drucker, Byron York, Mollie Hemingway, Bethany Mandel, Senator Tom Cotton, Congressman Juan Ciscomani, and Ohio Senate candidate Bernie Moreno.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duane Patterson, producer of "The Hugh Hewitt Show" and TownHall.com VIP columnist, fills in for Hugh today. Duane covers the news of the morning with audio clips and talks with Salena Zito and Josh Kraushaar.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sometimes the Beltway lingo collapses under the weight of its own idiocy. Yesterday was such a day when Congressman Michael Waltz asked USAID Director Samantha Powers if U.S. money was going to terrorists in Afghanistan. The Director reframed his "yes or no" question into "Congressman, I think you are asking for more visibility into the granularity' of U.N. controls on American aid dollars." He wasn't, and he said so, but wow, what a phrase. Plus Senator Josh Hawley talks about his new book "Manhood."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Senators Graham and Rubio joined Hugh to talk national security, Ukraine, and the origins of the COVID virus, but both conversations began with 2024 questions. Also on today's pod, Mary Katharine Ham, Jim Geraghty, and Olivia Beavers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh covers the news of the morning with audio clips and talks with David Drucker, Chairman Mike Gallagher, Adm. James Stavridis (USN, Ret.), Bethany Mandel, Mollie Hemingway, and Senators Tom Cotton and John Cornyn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh covers the news of the morning with news clips and talks with Salena Zito, Jake Sherman, Josh Kraushaar, and Robert C. O'Brien.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh covers the news of the morning with audio clips and talks with Sonny Bunch, Ben Domenech, Daniel Gibson, and Mike Gross.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gov. Chris Christie and Senator Tom Cotton react to former President Trump's Townhall. House GOP Whip and Chair of House Financial Services Committee Patrick McHenry respond to the debt negotiations which still have not begun. Plus, former Senator Jim Talent on the China threat, and former Israeli Ambassador to the U.S. Dr. Michael Oren on Israel under attack – again.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley joined Hugh this morning to discuss the Carroll v Trump verdict, woke corporations and national security issues from the CCP to Turkey's election Sunday. Plus, Senators Lankford and Daines.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The sports podcaster that Hugh thinks is the equal of anyone in that space is Doug Lesmerises of Cleveland.com. He joined Hugh today to provide a seminar for beginners or folks who are struggling to find their audience/method/voice. Plus, Chairman Mike Turner who leads the House Intel Committee joins me.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh covers the news of the morning with audio clips and talks with David Bahnsen, Salena Zito, Jake Sherman, Mollie Hemingway, and House Majority Leader Steve Scalise.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FDR is famous for his 100 days, so much so that every president gets measured by that ruler. But what about when a red state with a Governor like Ron DeSantis and a legislature that is super-majority red gets to work? In the December special session and the legislative session that wraps up today, there are at least a dozen bills passed that DeSantis has already signed or will, which mark a conservative revolution at the state level. I also talk with Montana Governor Greg Gianforte about Montana's new laws protecting unborn life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), is never going to win the Senate spelling bee, but his conspiracy theories are ridiculous. He also gets a pass from narrative-driven left-wing media on his memberships in racist clubs. The Heritage Foundation's Diana Furchtgott-Roth, a very accomplished economist, was having none of it Wednesday. Hugh reviews the exchange and Rhode Island's alarming history of sending senators of limited intellectual grasp to The 100. Plus, Senators Dan Sullivan and Thom Tillis, and Academy Award winner Richard Dreyfus. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Senate Democrats' attempted smear of the Supreme Court failed miserably yesterday because everyone knew the game was on and saw through it, though the left pretends it isn't all theater. My guests today explain why.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This AM I replayed some of my interview with former Solicitor General Paul Clement from March where he discussed the Loper Bright case he was urging the Supreme Court to accept for argument and deliberation. On Monday, SCOTUS did just that. Listen to some of the highlights. Senators Cotton and Cornyn joined me to discuss the administrative state, plus Mollie Hemingway and Bethany Mandel.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every first broadcast day of the month, Hugh reviews his bio for new affiliates and then updates the 2024 presidential race. Plus, former Deputy National Security Advisor Matt Pottinger, Salena Zito, and Jake Sherman on events both foreign and domestic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chair of the Subcommittee on Homeland Security David Joyce and new member of the same Juan Ciscomani join Hugh to talk about funding the needs of the Border Patrol and other key agencies. Plus Ben Domenech’s debut as a Friday round-up guest and Sonny Bunch on “Air” —a fine flick in theaters now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Senators Cassidy, Cotton, and Cruz joined me this morning and they all spoke to the alarming "press conference" the president held yesterday, where he "answered" planted questions from puppets in the press. Plus, Vivek Ramaswamy on his new book "Capitalist Punishment."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

China is the threat. The risk of a hot war is real. Hugh talks about it with Representative Mike Gallagher, Chair of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party as well as New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh talks with presidential historian Richard Norton Smith about 1976 and 2024 presidential races as they discuss Smith’s new biography of Gerald Ford. Plus interviews with David Drucker, Byron York, Bethany Mandel, and Mollie Hemingway about Tucker and 2024.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first primary in the nation is no more than 10 months away. Hugh reviews the calendar and explains why he's headed north earlier this year than ever before as Teams Trump, Pence, DeSantis, Haley and Scott plus Ramaswamy (and maybe Christie?) set up shop in the Granite State. Hugh has affiliates that cover New Hampshire top to bottom and he can drive to any rally from Studio North in less than an hour. Plus Josh Kraushaar, Jake Sherman, Salena Zito, and a long interview with Xi and CCP expert Elbridge Colby.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh covers the news of the day and talks with Sonny Bunch and Sarah Westwood.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every day some callers want to talk about their favorite candidates, regardless of what the show is focused on. So, Hugh is now committing to taking calls on "Who would you vote for if the primary was today?" every Thursday. Today, calls from New Hampshire to El Cajon piled up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chairman Mike Gallagher joined Hugh to discuss what the House Select Committee on the CCP is doing tonight: A war game on conflict between the CCP and Taiwan. Expect it to escalate quickly, but who knows? Commentary on the exercise from Gallgher, Politico's Olivia Beavers, and National Review's Jim Geraghty plus my three cents.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh reviews Florida Governor Ron DeSantis' press conference Monday during which the Governor explained why Disney's self-government was an affront to every Floridian who did not enjoy the same ability to make the rules to govern their own property. That core issue is also the subject of discussion with David Drucker, Mollie Hemingway, Bethany Mandel, and David McCormick, the likely GOP nominee for Senate in Pennsylvania in 2024 about his recent Wall Street Journal op-ed on the crisis in military recruitment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh covers the news of the morning and talks with Salena Zito, Josh Kraushaar, and Derek Leebaert, author of "Unlikely Heroes."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh covers the news of the morning with audio clips and talks with Sonny Bunch and Sarah Westwood.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh spent the morning talking with Governor Glenn Youngkin, Admiral Stavridis, Bret Baier, former Senator Jim Talent, and the audience about the looming world crisis signaled by the second dress rehearsal of a Taiwan invasion by China.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rep. Mike Gallagher, chair of the new House Select Committee on the CCP, joins Hugh to review his California trip to meet with Disney and Apple CEOs among others. Jim Geraghty comments on Senator Scott's announcement, and Philip Howard talks about his new book on public employee unions: "NOT Accountable"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mollie Hemingway joins Hugh to discuss the latest smear campaign against Justice Thomas. Plus David Drucker, Byron York, and Hugh’s review of the massive national security leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh covers the news of the morning and talks with Salena Zito, Jake Sherman, Josh Kraushaar, Fmr. Sec. of State Mike Pompeo, and Timothy Sandefur.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh blasts the sham case that Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg has brought against former President Trump and talks today with former Senator Jim Talent and Bret Baier of Fox News.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh slams the Bragg indictment for the fraudulent "Get Trump" political prosecution it has been revealed to be, with commentary from Senator Tom Cotton and Andrew McCarthy plus a conversation with Admiral William McRaven (USN, Ret.) about his new best-seller "The Wisdom of a Bullfrog: Leadership Made Simple (But Not Easy)."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh covers the news and talks with David Drucker, Byron York, Pete and Seth Talbott, Bethany Mandel, Adm. James Stavridis (USN, Ret.), and Former Navy Secretary Thomas Modly.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With TTD tomorrow, Hugh focuses commentary and guests on the forthcoming Trump trial. Plus, candidate for president Vivek Ramaswamy. Join Hugh LIVE: Weekdays, 6-9AM ET. Visit Hugh's website: https://hughhewitt.com Follow Hugh on Twitter: https://twitter.com/hughhewitt The Hugh Hewitt Show on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hughhewittshow/ Hugh on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/HughHewitt Subscribe to The Hugh Hewitt Show's podcast here: Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/HHShowApple Google Podcasts: http://bit.ly/HHShowGoogle Spotify: http://bit.ly/HHShowSpotify Check out the Hughniverse for a commercial-free archive of The Hugh Hewitt Radio Show and The Aftershow with Duane "Generalissimo" Patterson anytime you want: https://www.hughniverse.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.