Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast

Ahead of the midterms, a look at some key races.

Transcribed - Published: 3 June 2026

The far-left politics of NYC's new(ish) mayor have drawn national attention, and raised questions about the future of Democratic politics.

Transcribed - Published: 2 June 2026

The Trump administration announced that those seeking green cards would need to apply from their home countries, not within the U.S. as many had been able to do.

Transcribed - Published: 29 May 2026

A recent Supreme Court decision weakened Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act

Transcribed - Published: 28 May 2026

On our radio show, we're kicking off a series of forums for candidates running for Congress in consequential, local races.

Transcribed - Published: 27 May 2026

U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy talks about his new book on the crises—and the cults—underlying current politics.

Transcribed - Published: 26 May 2026

As the Trump administration ramps up its pressure campaign against Cuba, a look at what it means for the geopolitics of the region.

Transcribed - Published: 22 May 2026

Remembering Barney Frank and his recent advice for Democrats.

Transcribed - Published: 21 May 2026

A legal expert weighs in on the ways President Trump has used the legal system to evade accountability and enrich himself.

Transcribed - Published: 20 May 2026

CBS has canceled "The Late Show With Stephen Colbert."

Transcribed - Published: 19 May 2026

President Trump and some of his administration officials have made recent 'gaffes' that could impact the GOP's prospects for the midterms in November.

Transcribed - Published: 18 May 2026

A New Yorker journalist has been reporting on the AI dispute between Elon Musk and Sam Altman, as well as developments around the new PM of Hungary.

Transcribed - Published: 15 May 2026

President Trump has claimed that the US will sign a nuclear deal with Iran, but there are major obstacles standing in the way.

Transcribed - Published: 14 May 2026

Between the impact of AI on the job market, and geopolitics on the energy market, the current economic situation is a lot to make sense of.

Transcribed - Published: 13 May 2026

As the November midterms start ramping up, a look at some recent polling, and some redistricting battles that could impact the outcomes.

Transcribed - Published: 12 May 2026

As academic terms like "critical race theory" have been reshaped by their use in political spheres, a conversation with someone who helped originate those ideas.

Transcribed - Published: 11 May 2026

Today, SCOTUS released a decision in a gerrymandering case in Virginia, blocking Democrats from an election map with 4 more likely blue districts.

Transcribed - Published: 8 May 2026

On Monday, the Supreme Court temporarily reinstated a Food and Drug Administration rule allowing the abortion pill mifepristone to be prescribed via telemedicine.

Transcribed - Published: 5 May 2026

The Supreme Court's recent voting rights decision could fundementally change not only the nation's electoral landscape, but how the maps themselves are drawn.

Transcribed - Published: 4 May 2026

The Supreme Court heard arguments on two cases where the Trump administration is attempting to end TPS, or Temporary Protected Status, for thousands of Haitians and Syrians living in the US.

Transcribed - Published: 30 April 2026

The Supreme Court was busy today, hearing oral arguments over an immigration case, and issuing opinions on a number of other issues.

Transcribed - Published: 29 April 2026

With an abundance of national news, a look at how Democrats in the Congress are thinking about the nation's priorities.

Transcribed - Published: 28 April 2026

Should the attack at the White House Correspondents' Dinner be thought of as an assassination attempt, or an attempted mass shooting?

Transcribed - Published: 27 April 2026

Mayor Mamdani's populist politics and affordability agenda has brought him national attention, as well as comparisons to his predecessor, Fiorello La Guardia.

Transcribed - Published: 25 April 2026

A debate is underway among Democratic party leaders over whether to engage with influential, controversial streamer Hasan Piker.

Transcribed - Published: 23 April 2026

President Trump has signed an executive order in support of research into whether psychedelic drugs could be used in mental health treatments.

Transcribed - Published: 21 April 2026

With congressional elections coming up in November, how are certain national (and international) issues impacting the polls?

Transcribed - Published: 20 April 2026

With the war in Iran taking up much geopolitical attention, how has focus changed on other conflicts of global importance?

Transcribed - Published: 17 April 2026

JD Vance is in the spotlight after a number of international stories involving the vice president.

Transcribed - Published: 16 April 2026

In a now-deleted social media post, President Trump shared an AI-generated image depicting himself as Jesus. He has also recently attacked Pope Leo XIV.

Transcribed - Published: 15 April 2026

Explosive reporting in the San Francisco Chronicle made public sexual assault allegations against California Representative (and erstwhile candidate for governor) Eric Swalwell.

Transcribed - Published: 14 April 2026

Prompted by unfounded internet speculations, the First Lady made a public statement last week that she had no ties to Jeffrey Epstein.

Transcribed - Published: 13 April 2026

On the second day of a ceasefire with Iran, we take stock of how the conflict has reshaped the region's geopolitics.

Transcribed - Published: 9 April 2026

There are limits of conflict jurisprudence and how leaders in the U.S., Israel and Iran think about following, or skirting, the rules about what constitutes 'war crimes.'

Transcribed - Published: 8 April 2026

President Trump recently said it was "not possible" for the federal government to fund Medicaid and Medicare, despite a White House budget proposal that boosts defense spending to $1.5 trillion.

Transcribed - Published: 7 April 2026

On Sunday, President Trump posted to Truth Social that bombings of power plants and bridges would start Tuesday if Iran didn't open the Strait of Hormuz.

Transcribed - Published: 6 April 2026

Leqaa Kordia, released on bond after a year in ICE detention, shares why she joined the protests at Columbia University and her experience in the detention center in Texas.

Transcribed - Published: 3 April 2026

New Jersey Senator Andy Kim reacts to Pres. Trump's remarks on the Iran war yesterday.

Transcribed - Published: 2 April 2026

Morning Joe co-host Jonathan Lemire talks about the latest in national politics, including President Donald Trump's executive order attempting to change rules for mail-in voting.

Transcribed - Published: 1 April 2026

As Passover begins, a look at the divergent views on Israel from within Jewish American communities and families.

Transcribed - Published: 31 March 2026

With all the national and international politics at play, an influential local senator shares his thoughts and takes calls from constituents on the issues.

Transcribed - Published: 30 March 2026

There are a number of ongoing legislative disputes in Congress, including over funding DHS, and voting rights.

Transcribed - Published: 27 March 2026

Ceasefire negotiations over the war in Iran continue, and so do reports of possible escalation.

Transcribed - Published: 26 March 2026

What would it mean if the Supreme Court made all states adhere to the same deadline for receipt of mail-in ballots?

Transcribed - Published: 24 March 2026

Donald Trump's relationship with the rule of law, and with various investigative bodies has always been tense, at best.

Transcribed - Published: 23 March 2026

John Heilemann offers analysis of the Trump-Netanyahu relationship after the attacks on energy facilities in Iran and Qatar.

Transcribed - Published: 19 March 2026

Historian Daniel Immerwahr offers historical context on the war in Iran and Trump's overall foreign policy.

Transcribed - Published: 18 March 2026

With leadership changes at the Department of Homeland Security, how have conditions changed for migrants in detention centers?

Transcribed - Published: 17 March 2026

As the war in Iran enters its third week, how have structural changes at the Pentagon impacted the U.S. military apparatus?

Transcribed - Published: 16 March 2026

With President Trump's agenda including massive priorities like the SAVE act, and the war in Iran, a look at recent news from Congress.

Transcribed - Published: 13 March 2026