The Warning with Steve Schmidt

Updated: 28 Nov 2025 • 736 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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After attacking Senator Mark Kelly both personally and professionally, Pete Hegseth has shown he has no shame when it comes to following Trump's orders. Steve Schmidt sits down with Ken Harbaugh to discuss Hegseth's threats towards Kelly and why we need more lawmakers willing to take a stand. Subscribe for more and fol

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After a little less than a year in office, Trump has continued to stir conflict across the country and divide American families. Steve Schmidt looks at the state of affairs in the US and urges a return to normalcy in America. Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribe S

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After his latest appearance on FOX News, it's clear Stephen Miller wants to bring Nazism to America. Steve Schmidt reacts to Miller's recent comments and explains why Miller and his allies need to be removed from power. Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribe Store:

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After Senator Mark Kelly urged our soldiers not to follow unlawful orders, Trump has ordered Pete Hegseth to personally and professionally attack the Veteran Senator. Steve Schmidt reacts to Hegseth's behavior and calls for his impeachment. Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.

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With Marjorie Taylor-Greene resigning from Congress, it's clear loyalty to Trump can only go so far. Steve Schmidt reacts to MTG's resignation and urges lawmakers to force Trump's regime to be transparent. Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribe Store: https://thewar

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After Trump accused Democratic lawmakers of seditious behavior, he called for violence against those who oppose his regime's orders. Steve Schmidt reacts to Trump's comments and urges for a renewal of American principles. Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribe Store

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