The Warning with Steve Schmidt

Updated: 03 Jun 2025 • 576 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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Trump talks a lot about taking down the so-called "Deep State" when, in reality, he is the one abusing power and ignoring personal liberties. Steve Schmidt looks at the abuse in Homeland Security and the Trump administration's new partnership with Palantir. Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steve

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Calley Means has been spreading lies about his career and in the MAHA report and it's time to set the record straight. Steve Schmidt sits down with Tara Palmeri to tell the truth about Calley Means' background and his time spent as Means' mentor. Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.sub

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Senator Joni Ernst began her career as a budget cutter but has transformed into one of the most corrupt government officials in Washington. Steve Schmidt looks at the shift in Ernst's ideals and urges Iowans to replace her. Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribe Sto

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Trump makes a lot of claims and promises but what does he have the legal authority to actually enact? Steve Schmidt sits down with Dean Blundell to talk "TACO Trump", tariffs and presidential power. Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribe Store: https://thewarningwit

Throughout the crisis we currently find our country in, the role our media has played has grown increasingly important. Steve Schmidt sits down with Katie Couric to discuss Fox News, Joe Biden and the media's role in creating false narratives. Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substa

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After being touted as the solution to America's woes, Elon Musk is officially leaving DOGE and the Trump administration behind. Steve Schmidt reacts to Musk's farewell press conference and explains how his reputation has been irrevocably damaged. Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.sub

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