WSJ Opinion: Potomac Watch

Races in Minnesota and Michigan May Decide Senate Control

 Abdul El-Sayed will test whether a Bernie Sanders Democrat can win in a swing state, while Republicans hope Michele Tafoya can pull off an upset in liberal Minnesota. Pl

Closing Arguments in the Texas Senate Race

The Journal’s Jack Butler joins the show to debrief a reporting trip to Texas and how James Talarico is wooing Republican voters who aren’t warm to Ken Paxton. Plus, Unit

A Trump, Xi and Putin Summit?

President Trump doesn't rule out meeting with China and Russia as he ratchets up the pressure on Ukraine. Global View columnist Walter Russell Mead joins the show to unpa

Donald Trump Moves Closer to an Alliance With Russia

The U.S. President escalates his strategy to end the Russia-Ukraine war by putting pressure only on Ukraine. Plus, what's behind the riots in France? Hosted by Simpleca

California’s Prop. 40 Wealth Tax and the Economic Stakes

It's pitched as a one-time 5% retroactive tax on billionaire wealth, but money is already fleeing California in response, which is why Gov. Gavin Newsom backs Prop. 42 to

Can Alaska Save the Senate Majority for Republicans?

Sen. Dan Sullivan says the road to a Republican majority in the Senate goes through Alaska, but can he overcome a challenge from not just Mary Peltola, but also the confu

A Starlink Slowdown in Ukraine?

Ukraine says its satellite data is being throttled and hamstringing the country’s ability to defend against Vladimir Putin. Plus, NATO’s top military commander unveils a

Could Texas Turn Blue, and South Carolina, Too?

Sen. Darline Graham avoids another serious debate misstep, but recent polls show her only a point ahead of Democrat Annie Andrews. Plus, the GOP spends millions to try to

Donald Trump’s ‘Diesel Deal’ and ‘Energy Ceasefire’

Donald Trump looks to end the Russia-Ukraine war by making a fuel deal with Vladimir Putin, and calls for an energy ceasefire. Plus, Donald Trump says he may resume a mil

Senate Candidates Debate: Medicare for All, Tariffs, Iran and Social Security

What did voters learn from TV showdowns in Michigan, Maine and Iowa? Republicans are on defense about tariffs, while Democrats struggle to explain abolishing health insur

Marco Rubio Hails the Accomplishments of Western Civilization

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio delivers a speech in Greece defending the achievements of Western civilization. Plus, riots break out across France over school condit

Can Anduril Help Fix American Shipbuilding?

The defense technology company is betting it can speed up production of U.S. Navy attack submarines. Christian Brose of Anduril joins Kate B. Odell to unpack the new vent

Justice Samuel Alito on Originalism, ‘Speechifying’ Colleagues, and Media Caricatures

In a wide-ranging interview, Justice Alito talks about his legal approach; his decision to sit out the Suncor v. Boulder County climate case; the "very unfair" media port

Sen. Thom Tillis on Losing Friends, Antagonizing Trump, and the GOP’s Future

As he eyes retirement, the North Carolinian reflects on his biggest regret, tussles with President Trump, worries for Republicans in the midterms, views on JD Vance vs. M

Pete Hegseth Says ‘No Beardos, No Weirdos’ / Donald Trump’s AI Safety Accord

The Defense Secretary's speech to the troops includes a welcome focus on drone warfare, but he also picks cultural fights that drown out his larger message. Plus, Donald

Justice Alito Recuses From the Supreme Court’s Big Climate Case

Can cities and counties sue oil companies for global climate change? The Supreme Court is starting a new term with case asking that question, Suncor v. Boulder County. Al

The Democratic ‘Affordability’ Ruse

Democratic candidates are running on the high cost of living, but their policy plans would drive up the cost of groceries, gas and houses. Plus, do Democrats really regre

Sen. John Cornyn on Jack Smith, Ken Paxton and the GOP Midterm Chances

Is a Texas Senate seat in danger of turning blue? Senator John Cornyn (R-Texas) talks to Kim Strassel about facing off against Jack Smith, the recent legislation on colle

How Senate Republicans Frame the Midterms / Pope Leo Draws 800,000 in France

The Senate debates college sports, data centers, and stock trading, as the GOP tries to send a final message to voters before the November election. Plus, Pope Leo gets a

An Inside Look at the Drone War in Ukraine

The war in Ukraine has demonstrated how modern warfare is changing by using data and drones. Jillian Melchior tells Paul Gigot about what she saw at a command center in U