The Warning with Steve Schmidt

Updated: 24 Apr 2025 • 537 episodes
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There is a very significant, “exhausted majority” of Americans looking to move past this rotten moment in American life. They have lost trust and faith in government, business, media and not-for-profit institutions at a moment of technological, cultural and economic upheaval. Fascism did not rise in the 1930s because it was strong, but rather, because democracy was weak. The cycle is repeating itself with a new extremism rising in 2020s America. On the podcast – consistent with the mission of The Warning newsletter offered on Substack and The Warning YouTube channel – I will be joined by interesting guests – some familiar, and some you may never have heard of – to discuss the political and cultural currents that are shaping our times, as well as the unseen forces driving politics that are rarely discussed on cable news. It's important for you to hear from a diverse range of voices – not just me – about the issues facing America today.

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Between the tariff troubles, national security debacles and unconstitutional deportations, the first 100 days of Trump's 2nd term has been more volatile than we could have imagined. Steve Schmidt breaks down the first 100 days and questions if America can recover from Trump's destruction. Subscribe for more and follow

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As Trump nears 100 days in office, our country has never been in a more frail and fragile state. Steve Schmidt looks at Trump, his team of crooks & crackpots and urges Americans to start fighting back against this fascist regime. Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscri

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While Trump commercializes the White House South Lawn, is Secretary of Defense is involved in yet another scandal involving Signal. Steve Schmidt breaks down "Signal-Gate II" and explains why Hegseth's behavior is a perfect example of this administration's incompetence. Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack:

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While the world celebrates Easter, Trump took the holiday as an opportunity to insult his opposition. Steve Schmidt looks at Trump's Easter message as well as J.D. Vance's disastrous meeting with Pope Francis. Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribe Bluesky: https://

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Just a few months into Trump's presidency, America has never been more divided or corrupted. Steve Schmidt sits down with Congressman Jake Auchincloss to talk healthcare, government corruption and a new vision for the Democratic party. Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/s

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As the Trump administration continues to slide into fascism, it's important to look back and remember the ideals America has always defended. Steve Schmidt discusses the treatment of Abrego Garcia while visiting the American cemetery in Normandy, France. Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://stevesch

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