Program - Weekend Show

Townhall Review – April 5, 2025 🔹 Election Fallout in Florida and Wisconsin – Special elections in Florida and a State Supreme Court race in Wisconsin shift the political landscape. Rich Lowry of National Review and Charlie Kirk break down the results and implications. 🔹 Budget Battles Intensify – Congress races to pass a budget and save the Trump tax cuts from sunsetting. Hugh Hewitt discusses the stakes with Senate Majority Leader John Thune. 🔹 Economy and Confidence – Speaker of the House Mike Johnson joins Tony Perkins (Host of This Week on Capitol Hill) to address the budget’s impact on consumers and investors. 🔹 Trump’s “Liberation Day” Plan – President Donald Trump unveils a tariff-based economic strategy to boost American wealth. Economist Stephen Moore and Victor Davis Hanson share their analyses. 🔹 Cutting Government Waste – Efforts to root out fraud and abuse in federal spending escalate, tied to Elon Musk’s influence. Chris Stigall explores this with Ned Ryun of American Majority. 🔹 NPR Funding Under Fire – Taxpayer support for a hard-left NPR faces scrutiny after revelations at a House hearing. Charlie Kirk discusses with FCC Chairman Brendan Carr. All this and more on Townhall Review with Hugh Hewitt. 🎧 Subscribe & Listen: SalemPodcastNetwork.com 📲 Follow Us: @TownhallReview A production of the Salem Podcast Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Townhall Review – March 22, 2025 🔹 Strikes on Houthi Terrorists – The Trump admin targets Iranian-backed Houthi terrorists in Yemen. Secretary of State Marco Rubio tells Hugh Hewitt about Iran’s role and the China threat. 🔹 Trump-Putin Ukraine Talks – President Trump converses with President Putin to end the Ukraine war. Ex-CIA operative Dan Hoffman joins Joe Piscopo to analyze this step. 🔹 Israel vs. Iran’s Nukes – With Trump pressuring Iran, Michael Oren (ex-Israeli Ambassador) discusses with Hugh Hewitt if Israel will strike Iran’s nuclear sites as the Hamas ceasefire collapses. 🔹 Energy and Democrats’ Struggles – Interior Secretary Doug Burgum and Hugh Hewitt explore energy policy beyond “clean” races, while Ed Morrissey tells Seth Leibsohn about the Democrats’ disarray. 🔹 Astronauts’ Triumphant Return – Four astronauts, including Americans Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams, return from the ISS after a nine-month delay. Mike Gallagher celebrates their safe landing off Tallahassee. All this and more on Townhall Review with Hugh Hewitt. 🎧 Subscribe & Listen: SalemPodcastNetwork.com 📲 Follow Us: @TownhallReview A production of the Salem Podcast Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Townhall Review – March 15, 2025 🔹 Deporting Hamas Supporter Mahmoud Khalil – President Trump moves to deport Mahmoud Khalil, leader of violent Columbia University protests. Bret Baier (Fox News) and Border Czar Tom Homan join Hugh Hewitt and Joe Piscopo (AM970, NY) to discuss, noting low border crossings as progress. 🔹 Russia-Ukraine Ceasefire Push – Secretary of State Marco Rubio leads talks in Saudi Arabia. Dan Proft and Amy Jacobson (AM560, Chicago) talk with Fred Fleitz (America First Policy Institute) about Trump’s efforts to end the war. 🔹 Breakup of Syria – Michael Oren, ex-Israeli ambassador, joins Hugh Hewitt to analyze Syria’s collapse post-Assad, highlighting threats to Kurds, Christians, Alawites, and Druze. 🔹 China’s Threat and Jimmy Lai’s Fight – Rear Adm. Mark Montgomery tells Hugh Hewitt why the CCP is the greatest threat since the Cold War. Sebastian Lai, son of imprisoned Hong Kong pro-democracy figure Jimmy Lai, shares his father’s plight. All this and more on Townhall Review with Hugh Hewitt. 🎧 Subscribe & Listen: SalemPodcastNetwork.com 📲 Follow Us: @TownhallReview A production of the Salem Podcast Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Townhall Review – March 8, 2025 🔹 Trump’s Congressional Address: America is Back – President Trump speaks to a Joint Session of Congress, touting border progress and announcing the capture of an Abbey Gate terrorist. Hogan Gidley (ex-Trump comms) joins Joe Piscopo, while Alex Pheiffer (current Trump comms) talks with Chris Stigall about Democrats' disappointing response. 🔹 Abbey Gate Justice – Sebastian Gorka, now Trump’s counterterrorism director, joins Mike Gallagher to discuss the apprehension of the ISIS terrorist behind the Abbey Gate attack. 🔹 Democrats’ Churlish Response – Rep. Eric Burlison (MO-7) tells Chris Stigall about the Democrats’ petty reaction to Trump’s speech. 🔹 Charlie Kirk’s Team on Democratic Stunts – Charlie Kirk and his team break down the Democrats’ lack of message and reliance on delay tactics in Trump’s early second term 🔹A Broken Democratic Party – Mike Gallagher reflects on the dark Biden years and the Democrats’ current disarray, calling them “wretched and broken people” after Trump’s address. All this and more on Townhall Review with Hugh Hewitt. 🎧 Subscribe & Listen: SalemPodcastNetwork.com 📲 Follow Us: @TownhallReview A production of the Salem Podcast Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Townhall Review – March 1, 2025 🔹 House GOP’s Budget Win: Trump Tax Cuts Locked In – The House GOP narrowly passes a budget blueprint (217-216), securing Trump’s tax cuts. Dan Proft talks with economist Stephen Moore about the size of this win, while Hugh Hewitt discusses with Rep. Juan Ciscomani (AZ) and new Senator Dave McCormick (PA) why it’s a critical first step. 🔹 Israel Mourns the Bibas Family – Israel holds a memorial for Shiri Bibas and her sons, Ariel and Kfir, killed by Hamas. Yael Eckstein (International Fellowship of Christians and Jews) joins Mike Gallagher to reflect on the ongoing conflict. 🔹 FBI Shakeup: Change Agents Take Charge – Kash Patel and Dan Bongino step into FBI leadership roles, signaling big shifts. Charlie Kirk and Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (FL) discuss resistance from the old guard. 🔹 Trump’s Unified White House – Tevi Troy (Washington Examiner) tells Hugh Hewitt why Trump’s second term shows less infighting and more results, spotlighting the communications strategy speaking directly to Americans. All this and more on Townhall Review with Hugh Hewitt. 🎧 Subscribe & Listen: SalemPodcastNetwork.com 📲 Follow Us: @TownhallReview A production of the Salem Podcast Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Townhall Review – February 22, 2025 🔹 J.D. Vance at the Munich Security Conference – Senator J.D. Vance delivers a bold defense of free speech, leaving European leaders “reeling.” Hugh Hewitt, Chris Stigall, and Tony Shaffer (Ret. Lt. Col., London Center for Policy Research) break down the reaction and media spin. 🔹 Germany’s Policing of Speech – 60 Minutes profiles Germany’s speech laws, sparking debate over government control of expression. Mike Gallagher weighs in on the implications for free speech in the West. 🔹 Marco Rubio’s Diplomatic Mission – Secretary of State Marco Rubio travels to Riyadh for high-stakes talks with Russian officials on ending the war in Ukraine. Hugh Hewitt speaks with Byron York (Washington Examiner) for expert analysis. 🔹 The NATO Question – Is Ukraine’s potential NATO membership a real factor in Russia’s aggression? Dan Proft and Cliff May (Foundation for Defense of Democracies) argue why Putin’s excuses don’t hold up. 🔹 Donald Trump's Second-Term Shake-Up – President Donald Trump makes sweeping personnel changes, sparking legal battles over executive authority. Hugh Hewitt turns to Andrew McCarthy (National Review) to examine the constitutional implications. 🔹 The Battle Over the Administrative State – Constitutional scholar John Yoo joins Charlie Kirk to discuss Trump’s effort to dismantle unaccountable bureaucracy and restore executive power. All this and more on Townhall Review with Hugh Hewitt. 🎧 Subscribe & Listen: SalemPodcastNetwork.com 📲 Follow Us: @TownhallReview A production of the Salem Podcast Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Townhall Review – February 15, 2025 🔹 Trump’s Blunt Warning on Hamas – Following the release of tortured Israeli hostages, President Donald Trump sends an ultimatum to Hamas if remaining hostages aren't released by Saturday at noon: "all hell breaks loose." Hear from Rachel Goldberg Polin as she shares her family's tragedy. 🔹 J.D. Vance at the AI Summit – At the Artificial Intelligence Action Summit in Paris, Vice President J.D. Vance stands firm that AI should not be used to silence unpopular opinions. Analysis from Harrison Fields, Trump’s Deputy Press Secretary. 🔹 Ted Cruz Defends AM Radio – Automakers have threatened to remove AM radio from new vehicles, but Senator Ted Cruz is fighting back with the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act. He joins Chris Stigall to discuss why it matters. 🔹 Trump Presses Putin & Zelensky – The president urges Russia and Ukraine to negotiate an end to the war. Marc Thiessen of The Washington Post weighs in on Trump’s strategy. 🔹 Mark Fogel’s Release from Russia – After over three years in Russian custody, American Mark Fogel is freed under Trump’s administration. Mike Gallagher discusses why Biden failed to secure his release. All this and more on Townhall Review with Hugh Hewitt. 🎧 Subscribe & Listen: TownhallReview.com 📲 Follow Us: @TownhallReview | @HughHewitt Townhall Review is a part of the Salem Podcast Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Townhall Review – February 8, 2025 🔹 Trump Hosts Netanyahu – President Donald Trump welcomes Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in his first head-of-state meeting, reaffirming a strong U.S.-Israel alliance. 🔹 Trump’s Bold Gaza Proposal – The president leaves heads spinning with his unexpected declaration: “We’re going to take control of Gaza.” Analysis from Bret Baier of Fox News and John Podhoretz of Commentary Magazine. 🔹 USAID Scandal Unfolds – Shocking revelations about U.S. government funding of media organizations, including Politico, emerge. Mike Benz of the Foundation for Freedom Online joins Charlie Kirk to break it down. 🔹 Netanyahu & Trump: Parallel Leaders – Both figures are comeback stories, deeply polarizing, and determined to reshape history. Haviv Rettig Gur of The Times of Israel weighs in. 🔹 Sean Parnell at the Pentagon – The decorated combat veteran and new Chief Pentagon Spokesman joins Chris Stigall to discuss his role in the Trump administration. All this and more on Townhall Review with Hugh Hewitt. 🎧 Subscribe & Listen: TownhallReview.com 📲 Follow Us: @TownhallReview | @HughHewitt Townhall Review is a part of the Salem Podcast Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Edition for February 1, 2025 This week on Townhall Review with Hugh Hewitt: 🔹 A New Era in the White House Press Room – Karoline Leavitt takes the podium as the youngest-ever press secretary, making waves on day one. Fox News’ Bret Baier and Trish Regan weigh in on the media shake-up. 🔹 Securing the Border – Newly appointed Border Czar Tom Homan is on a mission to restore order, despite political roadblocks. He joins Joe Piscopo to discuss the challenges ahead. 🔹 Trump’s Second Term – Historian Victor Davis Hanson analyzes the forces behind Trump’s political resurgence and what it means for America’s future. 🔹 The Changing GOP – Byron York of The Washington Examiner breaks down how Trump’s leadership is reshaping the Republican Party. All this and more on Townhall Review. 🎧 Subscribe & Listen: TownhallReview.com 📲 Follow Us: @TownhallReview | @HughHewitt Townhall Review is part of the Salem Podcast Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Townhall Review - January 25, 2025 Join us this week as Donald J. Trump takes the oath of office and delivers his Second Inaugural Address. Declaring the start of the “Golden Age of America,” Trump laid out a bold agenda, prioritizing border security, economic growth, and a strong national defense. Tom Homan, the new Border Czar, joins Joe Piscopo to discuss his mission to end cartel influence and secure the southern border. Bret Baier of Fox News joins Hugh Hewitt to offer insight into Trump’s ambitious plans for the Panama Canal. China expert Gordon Chang joins Chris Stigall to weigh in on the challenges posed by China, and how Trump will exert America's leverage over Beijing. Michael Oren, formerly the Israeli Ambassador to the United States, joins Hugh to offer insight into Israel’s fight against Hamas and the potential for transformative changes in the Middle East. As hostages return home, Trump’s pro-Israel administration emphasizes stability and strength in the region. Stephen Moore joins John Solomon to address economic concerns, highlighting inflation, high food and fuel prices, and the urgent need for tax reforms. Catch these discussions and more on the Townhall Review podcast. Follow @HughHewitt and @TownhallReview on X, and subscribe at TownhallReview.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Townhall Review January 18, 2025 Speaker of the House Mike Johnson talks with Tony Perkins about the Trump agenda and the formidable challenges Trump will face, including border security, defense and passing conservative legislation. Hugh Hewitt turns to Alex Gray, from the National Security Council under Trump 1.0, to discuss Trump's focus on hemispheric defense, prioritizing Greenland and Panama as strategic assets against threats from China and Russia. Chris Stigall and Sean Spicer, Trump's first press secretary, discuss Democrats potentially working with Trump, the focus on effective communicators in Trump's administration, and the border as a top priority for immediate action. Victor Davis Hanson highlights failures in Los Angeles' leadership, resource allocation, and decision-making, contributing to the city's vulnerability during fire season. Larry Elder talks with Paul Scrivano, a restaurant owner and a soon-to-be candidate for Los Angeles City Council District 3, about the woke failures of California's government, which insists on upholding Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion policies. Charlie Kirk talks with veteran political reporter Mark Halperin about the fascinating inroads Trump has made with Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Townhall Review - January 11, 2025 We'll listen in on a major announcement from CEO Mark Zuckerberg, about Meta, Facebook’s parent company, shifting back toward free expression. Hugh Hewitt invites Joel Kaplan, Meta’s new Chief Global Affairs Officer, to discuss this pivotal shift. Chris Stigall and Michael Whatley, Chairman of the RNC, weigh in on the GOP’s success in gaining control of Congress and building on that momentum in the 2026 midterms. Hugh has an extended conversation with President-elect Donald Trump about extending the Trump One-era tax cuts, critiquing the Biden administration’s transition efforts, and the role of American leadership in restoring stability. Sebastian Gorka and Robert Wilkie, former Secretary of Veterans Affairs, discuss the importance of restoring American naval dominance as well as other key steps to strengthen the military. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Townhall Review - January 4, 2025 Hugh Hewitt and Arkansas Senator Tom Cotton discuss American national security priorities, warship replenishment and the broader challenges posed by China. John Solomon and China expert Gordon Chang talk about how Trump's tariffs will counter China’s aggressive strategies. Sebastian Gorka, set to join the Trump administration, talks with Shermichael Singleton, co-host of “Consider It” with Vox Media, about the evolving dynamics in D.C. Victor Davis Hanson dives deeper into the unique energy surrounding Trump’s return to the White House, in large part, driven by Elon Musk's purchase of Twitter. Charlie Kirk celebrates a decisive GOP victory in 2024, ensuring a strong conservative future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Townhall Review - December 28, 2024 Hugh Hewitt talks with Thomas Conner, former career-long Professor of History at Hillsdale College, who provides a brief summary of World War I, mentioning that France lost a significant number of soldiers in 1915 and that the war had declared itself fully by that time. Dennis Prager talks with H.W. Crocker about America's role in the war, as described in his book, The Yanks Are Coming!: A Military History of the United States in World War I. Crocker explains how the U.S. entry was pivotal in turning the tide against Germany, and he highlights the heroism of American soldiers while also discussing the broader cultural consequences of the war. Victor Davis Hanson interviews acclaimed figurative sculptor Sabin Howard, discussing his monumental work on the World War I Memorial: A Soldier's Journey. They explore Howard's artistic process, influences, and the cultural significance of his work, as he shares insights into the classical techniques he uses and his vision for future projects. For Victor Davis Hanson's full interview with Sabin Howard, listen here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Townhall Review - December 21, 2024 Hugh Hewitt turns to Jason Smith, Missouri Representative and Chair of the House Ways and Means Committee, on the need to deliver early on the Trump tax cuts if the GOP wants to keep the majority in 2016. Charlie Kirk turned to Patrick Bet-David for a look at Donald Trump’s return to the political stage, which has starkly contrasted his previous campaigns in 2016 and 2020. Trump’s approach this time feels fundamentally different, focused on winning and uniting allies—even critics. Hugh turns to Byron York of the Washington Examiner and weighs in on the $16 million settlement involving Disney/ABC and George Stephanopoulos. Mike Gallagher also addresses the settlement, framing it as evidence of dishonesty and bias in the legacy media. He argues the payout reflects years of lies and an effort to avoid accountability for misinformation. John Solomon and Lee Smith, author of Disappearing the President, discuss the erosion of free speech dating back to Trump’s removal from Twitter in 2021, how tactics born in the American liberal movement are influencing global politics, and the importance of restoring institutions like the FBI to serve the American people. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Townhall Review - December 14, 2024 Hugh Hewitt turns to Matt Continetti of the Washington Free Beacon for analysis of Israel’s military campaign and its implications. Hugh and Morgan Ortagus, of Polaris National Security and a former State Department official, discuss the U.S. policy missteps in the Middle East. criticizing the Obama-Biden approach to the Middle East. Hugh interviews Senate Majority Leader-elect John Thune about the critical items on Congress’s agenda, including support for the AM Radio in Every Vehicle Act and extending tax cuts to drive economic growth before the midterms. Hugh welcomes Bari Weiss, founder of The Free Press and host of the Honestly podcast. Weiss reflects on the fractured media landscape and the rise of alternative outlets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Townhall Review - December 7, 2024 Scott Jennings of CNN, sitting in for Mike Gallagher, talks with Congressman James Comer about the implications of President Biden issuing a full and sweeping pardon for his son, Hunter Biden. Congressman Comer calls it just "the tip of the iceberg" in the Biden family's alleged financial crimes. Chris Stigall, asks retired Lt. Gen. Keith Kellogg, for insights on how Trump's resolve to end the stalemated conflict in Ukraine/Russia. Kellogg highlights Trump's focus on "stopping the killing" and reducing the financial burden on the American people. Victor Davis Hanson critiques the Biden administration’s handling of national security and foreign policy. Hanson contrasts Biden's "dark cynicism" with optimism surrounding Trump's plans for his next administration. Larry Elder unpacks the Hunter Biden laptop story, calling it a major instance of election interference by U.S. agencies. He contrasts the treatment of the Biden family with how similar evidence against Trump’s family would be handled. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Townhall Review – November 30, 2024 Dennis Prager discusses the meaning of Thanksgiving and the words of our first president, George Washington, and President Abraham Lincoln’s proclamation during the Civil War that created the holiday. Dennis Prager talks to Alex Epstein about his book, “Fossil Future: Why Global Human Flourishing Requires More Oil, Coal, and Natural Gas – Not Less.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Townhall Review - November 23, 2024 Mark Davis, filling in for Hugh Hewitt, talks with Matt Continetti, of the Washington Free Beacon, about Trump’s aggressive approach to staffing his administration. Kurt Schlichter, also in for Hugh, sits down with Senator-elect Jim Banks, who praises Pete Hegseth’s qualifications, calling him the reformer needed to address woke ideology in the military as Secretary of Defense. Victor Davis Hanson analyzes New York Congresswoman Elise Stefanik's appointment as U.N. ambassador, emphasizing her strong pro-Israel stance. He highlights the deep corruption within the U.N., underscoring the need for bold reform. Joe Piscopo asks Andrew McCarthy to explain the collapse of many legal cases against Trump. The Manhattan case under DA Alvin Bragg remains an exception but faces growing scrutiny. Seth Leibsohn and Brandon Weichert, author of “A Disaster of Our Own Making: How the West Lost Ukraine” examine the Biden administration’s decision to greenlight strikes into Russian territory. Weichert warns of rising global tensions and highlights Netanyahu’s unyielding approach to Israel’s existential conflict, which just crossed its 1,000th day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.