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In this episode, we break down the dramatic shakeup in the Trump White House following the midterms, as Susie Wiles is ousted and Stephen Miller steps in as Chief of Staff. Bestselling author and White House Chief of Staff expert Chris Whipple joins the show to discuss what a Miller-led administration means for upcoming political battles, the intense fights brewing with Democrats, and why Miller's tenure could be highly volatile. We also analyze Pete Hegseth surviving a recent impeachment vote, Jim Jordan’s leadership in an increasingly MAGA-concentrated Congress, and the aggressive oversight clashes on the horizon 00:00 - Intro: Susie Wiles is Out, Stephen Miller is In 00:41 - Pete Hegseth Survives Impeachment Vote & Miller's Protection 02:20 - Jim Jordan and the New MAGA Congress 03:50 - GOP Threats Against Democrats & Upcoming Subpoena Fights 06:00 - Chris Whipple Joins: Analyzing Susie Wiles' Midterm Strategy Failure 09:12 - Stephen Miller’s Rise as the "Extreme Version of Rahm Emanuel" 16:05 - Will ICE Raids Escalate Under Miller? 17:40 - Lobbying, Grift, and Allegations Against Wiles' Allies 21:45 - Miller’s Philosophy on the Chief of Staff Role & Trump’s Briefings 27:15 - The "Bunker Phase": Investigations, Epstein Files, and Expected Shutdowns 32:30 - The 2028 Field: The Fate of JD Vance, Ron DeSantis, and Marco Rubio 38:05 - How Long Will Stephen Miller Last? 42:04 - Outro & Substack Subscriptions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Donald Trump tied his economic legacy to artificial intelligence and stood by Silicon Valley’s biggest tech figures. But in the 2026 midterms, voters pushed back hard against data centers, skyrocketing power bills, and tech mega-donors. Tara Palmeri breaks down exclusive reporting from insider sources across Washington, the White House, and Silicon Valley: why hundreds of millions in tech PAC money failed, whether Democrats actually have a plan to regulate AI, and what this backlash means heading into 2028. Read the deeper reporting on The Red Letter: https://tarapalmeri.com Timestamps: 00:00 - Trump’s AI Rebrand & The Populist Backfire 02:08 - Exclusive Reporting: Washington's Real Take 03:32 - The Anti-AI Candidates Who Won Big 05:40 - The Data Center Ballot Measures 06:23 - Elon Musk & The Failure of Big Tech PAC Money 08:21 - Ethos Life Insurance Sponsor 09:23 - What Really Drove Voter Turnout 10:33 - Will Trump Veto Democratic AI Regulations? 12:22 - What Silicon Valley Is Prepared to Give Up 13:50 - Trump’s Economic Legacy & Wall Street Reaction 15:35 - Why Moderate Democrats Might Fold on Big Tech 17:05 - Final Take: Populist Slogans vs. Real Policy If you value independent political journalism without shadowy funders, support the channel by subscribing, becoming a channel member, or joining The Red Letter newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ara Palmeri and Steve Schmidt analyze the recent election results. They discuss the frustrated mood inside the White House, President Trump's search for a scapegoat, and the GOP's anger over late spending and campaign messaging. The conversation explores how economic concerns and controversial campaign strategies impacted voter turnout, the hurdles ahead for potential 2028 Republican candidates like JD Vance and Marco Rubio, and the strategic electoral successes of rising Democratic leaders across the country. Tara Palmeri is one of the most feared and fearless reporters covering power and politics. She has 15 years of experience covering national politics and foreign affairs. She was formerly a White House Correspondent for ABC News where she covered the first Trump administration. She was the chief National Correspondent for POLITICO during the Biden administration. She has been a political analyst for CNBC, CBS and CNN. She started her career as a columnist for the Washington Examiner and then went on to report for the New York Post. She was a foreign correspondent for POLITICO Europe, where she covered international affairs, including Brexit. She hosted the Ringer's political podcast "Somebody's Gotta Win" and wrote a column for Puck. Tara also hosted two acclaimed podcasts on Jeffrey Epstein, "Broken: Jeffrey Epstein" and "Power: The Maxwells." Tara currently hosts the Tara Palmeri Show. #politics #trump #midterms 00:00:00 - The Mood in the White House and GOP Frustrations 00:04:15 - Analyzing the MAGA Base Voter Turnout 00:08:12 - Democratic Spending Strategy and State Pickups 00:14:41 - The Defeat of Incumbent Non-MAGA Republicans 00:27:49 - Dissecting Controversial Campaign Ads 00:35:23 - The Rise of New Democratic Senators 00:46:06 - GOP Infighting and the 2028 Presidential Cycle 00:54:34 - Future Congressional Leadership and Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Live coverage and analysis of the 2026 Midterm Elections featuring special guests Marc Caputo, Charlie Sykes, and Julie Grace. The panel discusses early election results in key battlegrounds including South Carolina, Texas, Florida, and Kansas. The commentary focuses on the performance of high-profile candidates, the shifting political dynamics in historically red states, and the implications for both House and Senate leadership. 00:00:00 Show opening and early battleground results overview 00:02:04 Marc Caputo joins to discuss the Georgia and Florida gubernatorial races 00:08:45 Analysis of candidate quality impacting races in South Carolina, Texas, and Kansas 00:16:00 Discussion on the Iran war, potential military actions, and the lame-duck session 00:22:22 Charlie Sykes joins to analyze the electoral map and nationwide voting trends 00:32:27 Evaluation of Democratic messaging, rural state strategy, and independent voter turnout 00:46:25 Julie Grace shares Capitol Hill reactions and projections for House leadership 00:56:48 Breaking news and real-time reaction to the projected South Carolina Senate race winner 01:00:08 Closing remarks, channel support, and sign-off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Happy Election Day! Tara Palmeri breaks down exclusive election eve reporting from both GOP and Democratic insiders as voters head to the polls. While Republican strategists are bracing for heavy losses and potential Democratic wave territory, Democrats remain cautious. From Ken Paxton and James Talarico in Texas to high-stakes Senate battles in Michigan and Ohio, here is what top operatives are admitting behind closed doors—and what a post-election Congress will look like for Donald Trump and JD Vance. 🚨 Join Tara tonight from 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM ET for an Election Night Live Special right here on YouTube and Substack (tarapalmeri.com) featuring Mark Caputo, Charlie Sykes, and Juliegrace Brufke! Support independent journalism: • Substack: https://tarapalmeri.com Get 15% off OneSkin with the code TARA at https://www.oneskin.co/TARA #oneskinpod#Politics #ElectionDay #Midterms #GOP #Democrats #TaraPalmeri #SenateRaces0:00 - GOP Panic vs. Democratic Caution 1:30 - Elon Musk & MAGA Inc.’s Late Cash Dump 2:21 - Texas Senate: James Talarico vs. Ken Paxton 4:35 - Key Bellwether Races: Michigan, Georgia & Ohio 6:06 - Sponsor: OneSkin 7:06 - The Michigan Soap Opera: Haley Stevens & Abdul El-Sayed 7:39 - GOP Senate Math: Red States on the Brink 9:32 - Red State Vulnerabilities: Kansas, SC & Alaska 10:14 - Wednesday Fallout: The MAGA Takeover & JD Vance’s 2028 Future 11:47 - Election Night Live Special Preview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Congress created America 250 to celebrate the nation's 250th birthday as a bipartisan milestone. But behind the scenes, a shadow operation called Freedom 250 was launched—diverting corporate donors, siphoning tens of millions in federal funds, and transforming a national celebration into a private political machine. In this investigation, Tara Palmeri uncovers the dark-money apparatus behind Freedom 250, how major corporate contractors got caught in a "bait and switch," and the recurring playbook being used across national institutions. Subscribe to the channel for more independent accountability reporting. Sign up for The Red Letter newsletter: https://tarapalmeri.com 00:00 - The $800M Fundraising Machine 01:19 - America 250 vs. Freedom 250: The Bait and Switch 04:38 - Keith Krach & The Corporate Players 06:45 - The House Democratic Report & Anonymous Donors 09:02 - Corporate "Insurance": Hedging Bets with Trump 13:44 - Following the $150 Million Appropriation 17:18 - Exploiting the National Park Foundation Loophole 21:19 - Christian Nationalism & The Events Agenda 23:56 - UFC Fights & Who's Profiting 26:35 - The Four-Door Playbook: Libraries, Ballrooms & The Kennedy Center 29:47 - Why Oversight Matters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Days ahead of the midterm elections, Vivek Ramaswamy’s Ohio gubernatorial campaign launched an attack ad against Dr. Amy Acton featuring her estranged mother—a move defended by Donald Trump. In this video, Tara Palmeri reflects on her years reporting on Jeffrey Epstein and Virginia Giuffre, breaking down the political fallout of attacking abuse survivors, the bipartisan reaction, and why Washington keeps misreading the public's moral clarity. Plus, Charlie Sykes joins the show to analyze the closing messages of the midterm campaign and where both parties stand. Sign up for The Red Letter: https://tarapalmeri.com Support independent journalism—subscribe and become a member of the channel today. 00:00 - The Midterms & A Familiar Story 00:51 - Vivek Ramaswamy’s Attack Ad on Amy Acton 01:45 - Trump's Backing & The GOP Backlash 02:51 - Lessons from the Epstein Files Fight 03:35 - Working with Virginia Giuffre 04:39 - Weaponizing Trauma for Politics 05:53 - Support Independent Journalism 06:40 - Midterm Analysis with Charlie Sykes 48:21 - Final Thoughts & What’s Next Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Read Tara Palmeri's insider reporting here: https://open.substack.com/pub/tarapalmeri Thanks to Article for sponsoring this podcast! Article is offering our listeners $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more. To claim, visit ARTICLE.COM/TARA and the discount will be automatically applied at checkout. With the 2026 midterms approaching, Jeffrey Epstein is back at the centre of American politics. Democrats are spending millions on Epstein-related campaign ads, Republicans are facing questions about the release of the files, and voters are increasingly concerned about government corruption. Tara Palmeri sits down with former Trump White House Communications Director Anthony Scaramucci to discuss the political landscape ahead of the midterms, the growing influence of wealthy insiders, and the corruption concerns dominating Washington. From the $36 million being spent on Epstein-related advertising to the Trump administration's handling of the files, Tara examines how the scandal has become a major election issue. She also looks at the involvement of Epstein survivors in political campaigns, the mysterious donors funding a travelling Epstein files exhibit, and why some survivors are uncomfortable with their experiences becoming political ammunition. As Democrats push for further investigations into Trump's ties to Epstein, Tara asks whether either party is truly prepared to confront the powerful figures connected to the scandal. Chapters: 0:00 – Anthony Scaramucci & America's Corruption Problem 1:01 – Why 2026 Is Being Called the Epstein Election 2:17 – Democrats Spend $36 Million on Epstein Ads 3:25 – Billionaire Leon Black & the Epstein Investigation 4:05 – Trump's Handling of the Epstein Files 5:15 – The Mysterious Epstein Files Reading Room 6:27 – Epstein Survivors Enter the Midterm Campaigns 7:38 – Virginia Giuffre, Pam Bondi & the Epstein Files 8:30 – Are Epstein Survivors Being Used Politically? 9:00 – Democrats Call for a Special Counsel 11:08 – Anthony Scaramucci Joins Tara Palmeri Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Read Tara Palmeri's insider reporting on the Trump family here: https://open.substack.com/pub/tarapalmeri/p/to-jared-from-abu-dhabi-with-love?r=1ili3&utm_medium=ios A bombshell Vanity Fair report alleges that Jared Kushner's phone was compromised by Russian intelligence, exposing a secret UAE bank account allegedly containing billions of dollars. Kushner's lawyers deny the allegations, but the story raises serious questions about foreign money and its influence on American politics. Tara Palmeri sits down with investigative journalist Casey Michel, author of *United States of Oligarchy*, to examine the growing influence of billionaires, foreign governments, and wealthy political insiders in Washington. From a secret 2016 meeting at Trump Tower involving UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed to his brother's reported 49% stake in the Trump family's cryptocurrency business, the financial connections run deep. With the 2026 midterms approaching, Tara and Casey also explore why Elon Musk has so much at stake, the Trump family's overseas business dealings, Mark Zuckerberg's relationship with China, and why Democrats aren't immune to billionaire influence either. **Chapters:** 0:00 – The Jared Kushner $2 Billion Allegations 1:21 – The Secret Trump Tower Meeting & UAE Money 1:55 – How Billionaires Are Getting Richer 2:28 – Why Elon Musk Is Sweating the Midterms 3:40 – Casey Michel on America's Oligarchy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of The Tara Palmieri Show, author Chris Whipple joins the discussion to analyze whether anyone can stop Donald Trump's worst instincts ahead of the midterms. The conversation addresses Trump's reported desires to deploy the National Guard and armed personnel to polling places, evaluating whether state-level election officials can serve as an effective safeguard against federal overreach. Whipple shares insights from his ten months speaking with White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, exploring whether she can serve as the ultimate guardrail or if her tight bond with Trump renders her ineffective in stopping retribution and pardons for insurrectionists. 00:00 - Trump's plans for armed guards and the National Guard at polls 01:27 - Introducing Chris Whipple on Chief of Staff Susie Wiles 02:01 - Join the Red Letter newsletter 03:07 - Election safeguards: State officials vs. Federal overreach 05:49 - Why stealing the upcoming midterms would be difficult 08:34 - Surprising truth-tellers: John Ratcliffe and the Iran decision 10:23 - Predictions for congressional investigations and impeachment 11:29 - The delusion of Trump's presence helping midterm candidates 14:13 - Will Susie Wiles tell Trump hard truths or walk away? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this live discussion, Tara Palmeri sits down with renowned White House historian and best-selling author Chris Whipple to break down the latest shifts, personnel shakeups, and political fallout following the midterms. We take an inside look at the West Wing dynamics, the history of presidential staff purges, and why women in leadership roles are often the first targeted during high-stakes political resets. Whipple brings deep historical context from his reporting on White House chiefs of staff and administrations to explain what these maneuvers signal for the future. 0:00 – Welcome & Introduction 02:15 – Breaking Down the Post-Midterm Shakeup 07:30 – Welcome White House Historian Chris Whipple 13:45 – History of West Wing Purges: How Past Presidents Handled Staff Overhauls 21:10 – The Power Dynamics: Why Women Often Face the Ax First 29:00 – Behind the Scenes: Chief of Staff Influence & Internal Clashes 35:40 – Audience Q&A / Live Chat Reactions 41:15 – Key Takeaways & Final Thoughts #Politics #WhiteHouse #ChrisWhipple #TaraPalmeri #Midterms Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For the interview that set Megyn Kelly off, go here: https://open.substack.com/pub/tarapalmeri/p/mattress-girl-on-cornell-no-one-on?r=1ili3&utm_medium=ios After Megyn Kelly attacks Tara Palmeri for interviewing Emma Sulkowicz, the former Columbia University student known as "Mattress Girl," Tara fires back. From Kelly's criticism of sexual assault accusers to her own experience with Roger Ailes at Fox News, Tara examines the similarities between the two women's stories. Why are some women believed while others are dismissed? Tara also revisits the Cornell 7 case, the pressures that prevent women from reporting sexual misconduct, and the role institutions play in handling allegations. Plus, a conversation with MeidasTouch's Ken Harbinger about Trump's new press secretary, her shaky first appearance, and the behind-the-scenes connections that helped her land the job. #megynkelly #tarapalmeri #trump #politics #epstein Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Read more of my exclusive reporting here https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/were-about-to-get-absolutely-killed?r=1ili3&utm_campaign=post-expanded-share&utm_medium=post%20viewer&triedRedirect=true With just three weeks until the midterm elections, Axios national political reporter Marc Caputo joins the show to break down the increasingly grim outlook for Republicans. We dive into the latest GOP panic, Trump’s super PAC (MAGA Inc.) finally opening its wallet, and the wild conspiracy theories surrounding the Texas Senate race between Ken Paxton and James Talarico. Plus, we discuss Trump’s controversial move to import Russian diesel, the sudden rise of new White House Press Secretary Katie Zakaria, and the internal MAGA drama surrounding Kimberly Guilfoyle's potential ambassadorship. Chapters: 00:00 - GOP Panic & Midterm Election Outlook 02:46 - Is Trump’s MAGA Inc. Finally Spending? 05:11 - Florida Governor's Race: Jolly vs. Donalds 07:42 - The James Talarico "Missing" Conspiracy in Texas 11:55 - MAGA Inc.'s Strategy & South Carolina Race 14:45 - High Diesel Prices & Trump’s Deal with Putin 19:37 - Can Democrats Actually Win Texas? 22:23 - Knives Out: MAGA Inc. Consultants Lobbying in Serbia 27:24 - GOP Pulls Funding in NC & Shifts Georgia Strategy 29:16 - Predictions: Control of the House and Senate 31:34 - How Katie Zakaria Became White House Press Secretary 35:26 - Kimberly Guilfoyle Drama & Greece Ambassadorship 39:16 - Final Midterm Predictions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thanks to Article for sponsoring this podcast! Article is offering our listeners $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more. To claim, visit https://www.ARTICLE.COM/TARA and the discount will be automatically applied at checkout. Get 40% off select Lola Blankets products at https://www.Lolablankets.com by using code PALMERI at checkout. Experience the world’s #1 blanket with Lola Blankets. Get 15% off OneSkin with the code TARA at https://www.oneskin.co/TARA In 2013, Emma Sulkowicz was an anonymous Jane Doe at Columbia University before her "Carry That Weight" mattress performance thrust her into the national spotlight. Now, in the wake of the Cornell Seven lawsuit where another Jane Doe was outed by Michael Tracy, Emma discusses the cost of losing anonymity, public backlash, and finding peace as an acupuncturist 14 years later. #politics #cornell7 #newyork #sponsored #ad #oneskinpod 00:00 - The 2013 Jane Doe Story 01:28 - The Cornell Seven Case & Michael Tracy 02:48 - Speaking Out & Institutional Resistance 04:42 - The "Carry That Weight" Mattress Performance 05:42 - Sponsor: Article Furniture 06:37 - Sponsor: Lola Blankets 07:59 - Rejecting "Mattress Girl" & Graduation 09:05 - Finding Peace & Perspective After 14 Years 12:04 - Sponsor: OneSkin Eye Cream 13:10 - The Cost of Giving Up Anonymity 13:56 - Life as an Acupuncturist & Title IX Changes 15:45 - Conclusion & Supporting Independent Journalism Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

I break down my intense debate on Piers Morgan with online provocateur Michael Tracey after he published and subsequently deleted the alleged identity of the Jane Doe in the Cornell Seven case. Why does he consistently target sexual assault survivors and attempt to undermine high-profile claims? From his actions during the Jeffrey Epstein investigation to his flawed legal defense under the Sixth Amendment, we examine what really drives this behavior and the real-world dangers faced by victims who come forward. #cornell7 #politics #piersmorgan 00:00 - Confronting Michael Tracey on Piers Morgan 02:00 - Questioning Tracey's Motivations & Funding 04:00 - Why Expose Jane Doe? Risks to Survivors 06:00 - The Sixth Amendment Flaw & Deleting the Post 08:00 - Independent Journalism & Closing Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices