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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

Are Republicans headed for a midterm wipeout—or will their biggest problem be voters who simply stay home? Axios reporter Marc Caputo joins Tara Palmeri to break down the GOP’s worsening election outlook and the fear of a “red undertow”—Republican voters losing enthusiasm and sitting out the election. From rising fuel costs and immigration backlash to Ken Paxton’s troubles in Texas and Florida’s Senate and governor’s races, Tara and Marc examine the pressures on Trump’s coalition. Can attack ads, campaign cash and redrawn congressional maps overcome voter frustration? They also discuss what a Democratic House could mean for investigations and impeachment, why Trump’s support within his own party may be softer than it looks, and the political balancing act facing JD Vance ahead of 2028. Plus, a conversation about fears of federal agents at polling places—with Caputo distinguishing what he’s heard from what remains speculation. Will voter frustration translate into a Democratic breakthrough, or can Republicans turn things around? Share your take in the comments. #midtermelections #politics #trump 00:00 Inside the Republican Midterm Convention 04:35 Marc Caputo on GOP Polling & Voter Turnout 09:00 Campaign Ads, Senate Races & the Economy 13:20 Immigration Enforcement in Miami & Doral 17:26 Texas Politics: Ken Paxton & James Talarico 22:17 Florida’s Senate Race, Campaign Money & Maps 27:16 Trump’s Advertising, Approval Ratings & Voter Concerns 32:15 Debt, Impeachment & Election-Day Questions 37:15 Polling-Place Security: Reporting vs. Speculation 41:59 JD Vance, 2028 & Election Cybersecurity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When Sean Spicer wouldn’t grant me a White House pass, I had to report from outside the gates. It turned out to be some of the most productive reporting of my career. I’m sharing what happened during my time at Politico, how I found sources without a credential, and why I think the White House briefing can be more theater than news gathering. With CNN, MSNBC and Politico facing a new access fight, I also explain why the press still needs to defend its place in the room. Then I answer your questions live. Subscribe to The Red Letter for my independent reporting and read more about it here: https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/trump-should-worry-about-the-reporters Chapters 00:00 The White House briefing room’s dirty little secret 01:19 How I became a Trump White House reporter 02:22 My clashes with Sean Spicer 03:05 The White House pass I couldn’t get 04:50 Reporting and breaking stories from outside the gates 06:30 The new White House press access fight 08:53 What reportedly triggered the ban 11:20 Why I did better reporting outside 13:41 How being inside can limit a reporter’s sources 15:36 Why access still matters 18:28 Live questions from viewers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pete Hegseth needs $67 billion to keep his war in Iran funded — and it's Republicans, not Democrats, standing in his way. Tara breaks down the Pentagon purge and why senators like Tillis and Ernst say he's "lost my confidence." Plus: Jasper Craven, author of God Forgives, Brothers Don't, joins to unpack the childhood insecurities driving Hegseth's Department of War — and why his wife Jen has earned the nickname "Yoko Ono" inside the building. 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. For more of her reporting, subscribe to her weekly newsletter, "The Red Letter." https://tarapalmeri.substack.com/ https://www.tarapalmeri.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. For more of her reporting, subscribe to her weekly newsletter, "The Red Letter." https://tarapalmeri.substack.com/ https://www.tarapalmeri.com/subscribe The latest from the 'Red Letter': https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/is-it-time-to-take-the-oligarchy https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/gen-z-guru-rachel-janfaza-on-whether https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/is-big-gretch-cooked To support her mission of independent journalism, consider donating to her GoFundMe account: https://gofund.me/0c46f9a5 Listen to the 'Tara Palmeri Show': Apple https://apple.co/4lWeFuo iHeartRadio https://iheart.com/podcast/273622585/ Amazon Music https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/cdfe747e-54a2-47ae-9ec5-15957642e533/the-tara-palmeri-show Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3kgamV3lbZIGIHW2H0XUTR?si=1ffdbb566a964bc1 New videos from Tara are released 5PM EST on weekdays and Sunday https://www.youtube.com/@TaraPalmeri Follow Tara: https://www.instagram.com/tarapalmeri/ https://x.com/tarapalmeri https://www.tiktok.com/@tarapalmeri For inquiries, email: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. For more of her reporting, subscribe to her weekly newsletter, "The Red Letter." https://tarapalmeri.substack.com/ https://www.tarapalmeri.com/subscribe The latest from the 'Red Letter': https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/is-it-time-to-take-the-oligarchy https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/gen-z-guru-rachel-janfaza-on-whether https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/is-big-gretch-cooked To support her mission of independent journalism, consider donating to her GoFundMe account: https://gofund.me/0c46f9a5 Listen to the 'Tara Palmeri Show': Apple https://apple.co/4lWeFuo iHeartRadio https://iheart.com/podcast/273622585/ Amazon Music https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/cdfe747e-54a2-47ae-9ec5-15957642e533/the-tara-palmeri-show Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3kgamV3lbZIGIHW2H0XUTR?si=1ffdbb566a964bc1 New videos from Tara are released 5PM EST on weekdays and Sunday https://www.youtube.com/@TaraPalmeri Follow Tara: https://www.instagram.com/tarapalmeri/ https://x.com/tarapalmeri https://www.tiktok.com/@tarapalmeri For inquiries, email: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get 15% off OneSkin with the code TARA at https://www.oneskin.co/TARA #oneskinpod 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. For more of her reporting, subscribe to her weekly newsletter, "The Red Letter." https://tarapalmeri.substack.com/ https://www.tarapalmeri.com/subscribe The latest from the 'Red Letter': https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/is-it-time-to-take-the-oligarchy https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/gen-z-guru-rachel-janfaza-on-whether https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/is-big-gretch-cooked To support her mission of independent journalism, consider donating to her GoFundMe account: https://gofund.me/0c46f9a5 Listen to the 'Tara Palmeri Show': Apple https://apple.co/4lWeFuo iHeartRadio https://iheart.com/podcast/273622585/ Amazon Music https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/cdfe747e-54a2-47ae-9ec5-15957642e533/the-tara-palmeri-show Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3kgamV3lbZIGIHW2H0XUTR?si=1ffdbb566a964bc1 New videos from Tara are released 5PM EST on weekdays and Sunday https://www.youtube.com/@TaraPalmeri Follow Tara: https://www.instagram.com/tarapalmeri/ https://x.com/tarapalmeri https://www.tiktok.com/@tarapalmeri For inquiries, email: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Democratic strategist James Carville joins me to break down the November midterms—and why a growing rift inside the Democratic Party could threaten its chances of taking back power. Carville dissects the map, the DSA revolt, and where Democrats go from here. Plus: why he’s piping hot over Jared Kushner’s closed-door meeting with House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries. 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. For more of her reporting, subscribe to her weekly newsletter, "The Red Letter." https://tarapalmeri.substack.com/ https://www.tarapalmeri.com/subscribe The latest from the 'Red Letter': https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/is-it-time-to-take-the-oligarchy https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/gen-z-guru-rachel-janfaza-on-whether https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/is-big-gretch-cooked To support her mission of independent journalism, consider donating to her GoFundMe account: https://gofund.me/0c46f9a5 Listen to the 'Tara Palmeri Show': Apple https://apple.co/4lWeFuo iHeartRadio https://iheart.com/podcast/273622585/ Amazon Music https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/cdfe747e-54a2-47ae-9ec5-15957642e533/the-tara-palmeri-show Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3kgamV3lbZIGIHW2H0XUTR?si=1ffdbb566a964bc1 New videos from Tara are released 5PM EST on weekdays and Sunday https://www.youtube.com/@TaraPalmeri Follow Tara: https://www.instagram.com/tarapalmeri/ https://x.com/tarapalmeri https://www.tiktok.com/@tarapalmeri For inquiries, email: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tara Palmeri discusses what we still don't know about Jeffrey Epstein, why survivors say they have been ignored by the Department of Justice, and the mystery surrounding the vast amount of Epstein evidence that remains unseen. Palmeri discusses the missing Epstein videotapes, the FBI's handling of the files, why whistleblowers may be afraid to come forward, Epstein's alleged connections to powerful political and intelligence figures, and how he managed to avoid serious prosecution for so long. She also breaks down the controversial non-prosecution agreement that protected Epstein's unnamed co-conspirators, the role of powerful attorneys, the Florida investigation, and the Miami Herald reporting that finally helped reopen the case. 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. For more of her reporting, subscribe to her weekly newsletter, "The Red Letter." https://tarapalmeri.substack.com/ https://www.tarapalmeri.com/subscribe The latest from the 'Red Letter': https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/is-it-time-to-take-the-oligarchy https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/gen-z-guru-rachel-janfaza-on-whether https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/is-big-gretch-cooked To support her mission of independent journalism, consider donating to her GoFundMe account: https://gofund.me/0c46f9a5 Listen to the 'Tara Palmeri Show': Apple https://apple.co/4lWeFuo iHeartRadio https://iheart.com/podcast/273622585/ Amazon Music https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/cdfe747e-54a2-47ae-9ec5-15957642e533/the-tara-palmeri-show Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3kgamV3lbZIGIHW2H0XUTR?si=1ffdbb566a964bc1 New videos from Tara are released 5PM EST on weekdays and Sunday https://www.youtube.com/@TaraPalmeri Follow Tara: https://www.instagram.com/tarapalmeri/ https://x.com/tarapalmeri https://www.tiktok.com/@tarapalmeri For inquiries, email: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. For more of her reporting, subscribe to her weekly newsletter, "The Red Letter." https://tarapalmeri.substack.com/ https://www.tarapalmeri.com/subscribe The latest from the 'Red Letter': https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/is-it-time-to-take-the-oligarchy https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/gen-z-guru-rachel-janfaza-on-whether https://www.tarapalmeri.com/p/is-big-gretch-cooked To support her mission of independent journalism, consider donating to her GoFundMe account: https://gofund.me/0c46f9a5 Listen to the 'Tara Palmeri Show': Apple https://apple.co/4lWeFuo iHeartRadio https://iheart.com/podcast/273622585/ Amazon Music https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/cdfe747e-54a2-47ae-9ec5-15957642e533/the-tara-palmeri-show Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3kgamV3lbZIGIHW2H0XUTR?si=1ffdbb566a964bc1 New videos from Tara are released 5PM EST on weekdays and Sunday https://www.youtube.com/@TaraPalmeri Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices