Perino on Politics
Dana Perino cuts through the spin, talking to some of the most knowledgeable voices inside and outside of the Beltway Each week, Dana speaks with columnists, advisors, pollsters, and political strategists to discuss the latest headlines out of the political world. As Dana’s politically savvy and informed guests prepare her, and you, for the week ahead in the news. New episodes are available every Monday.
Episodes
February 2, 2026 • 25 mins
Dana is out this week, so the co-founder of South & Hill Strategies, Colin Reed, is joined by Columnist at the Washington Examiner and Washington Post, Salena Zito, to fill in. They dive into the current partial government shutdown and why the chaos on Capitol Hill no longer phases voters.
Colin and Salena also dissect the Pennsylvania political landscape, discussing whether Governor Josh Shapiro’s book tour or Senator John Fette...
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January 26, 2026 • 31 mins
ICE-related tensions continue to erupt in Minneapolis, following the shooting death of resident Alex Pretti, who was carrying a legally concealed weapon. Meanwhile, thousands of people have taken to the streets in freezing temperatures to protest the Trump administration's immigration enforcement. Host of The Guy Benson Show on FOX News Radio, Guy Benson, discusses the situation in Minneapolis and whether it will continue to escala...
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January 19, 2026 • 25 mins
One year into President Donald Trump’s second term, Targeted Victory Chief Communications Officer Matt Gorman weighs in on some of the biggest flashpoints at home and abroad. Dana and Matt discuss the potential of the U.S. acquisition of Greenland, President Trump’s tariff threats against European countries, and why this moment for the Iranian people feels different than in the past.
They also dig into the protests unfolding in Mi...
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January 12, 2026 • 26 mins
Managing director at Beacon Global Strategies and host of the NatSec Matters podcast, Michael Allen, discusses the severe crackdown by the Iranian regime on civilian protesters, a digital blackout to suppress communication and whether the U.S. will get involved.
Michael also explains the Trump administration's involvement in Venezuela following the detention of former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. He argues why this politic...
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January 5, 2026 • 26 mins
President Trump wasted no time beginning 2026 by dominating headlines with the capture and arrest of Venezuela's President Nicolás Maduro. Co-founder of South & Hill Strategies, Colin Reed, and Columnist at the Washington Examiner and Washington Post, Salena Zito, explain the political fallout of the President's swift move, including the media and lawmakers' reaction.
Salena and Colin discuss a major domestic scandal out of Minnes...
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December 29, 2025 • 35 mins
While 2026 is just around the corner, so are the Midterm Elections. Meanwhile, next month will mark the first anniversary of President Trump's second term in office. To reflect on this year and look ahead to next, Dana revisits her conversation with Yemisi Egbowole, founder of Podium Strategies and former Chief of Staff and advisor to the Biden White House Press Office.
Yemisi discusses challenges facing the current Democratic Par...
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December 22, 2025 • 34 mins
As 2025 comes to an end, Dana revisits her conversation with the founder of the bipartisan government relations firm, Mehlman Consulting, and the author of The Age of Distribution Substack, Bruce Mehlman, about foreign policy and what would become the longest government shutdown in U.S. history.
Dana and Bruce spoke in October, on the heels of President Trump's major announcement on the war in Gaza and amid other key issues in the...
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December 15, 2025 • 29 mins
Shocking violence ensued over the weekend following a trio of violent attacks that left many on edge at the height of the holiday season. Founding partner at Cavalry LLC and Co-Host of the Ruthless Podcast, Josh Holmes shares how this past weekend's tragedies amplified growing concerns about terror across the globe.
Josh breaks down the primary health care dilemma in Congress and the need for Republicans to develop a strong, unif...
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December 8, 2025 • 26 mins
Following a memorable election win for Republicans, Americans are looking at Congress and its cost-cutting efforts. Senior Vice President of CRC Advisors Matt Whitlock describes President Trump's efforts to address an affordability issue in America.
Matt also shares some of the upcoming Supreme Court cases he's paying attention to, including arguments over presidential power and birthright citizenship.
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December 1, 2025 • 26 mins
Bethany Mandel, a homeschooling mother of 6, a writer and host of 'The Mom Wars' podcast, shares how she is surviving travel with her children, teaching them about religion, architecture across history, and the world. She also discusses her view on teenagers and smartphones.
Later, Dana and Bethany highlight a special election in Tennessee that has the entire Congress watching and the growing concerns of congressional members' p...
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November 24, 2025 • 31 mins
Dana is on assignment this week, but host of the Getting Hammered and Naturally podcasts, Mary Katharine Ham, taps host of the Trey Gowdy Podcast, Trey Gowdy, to examine the political impact of Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s resignation, including how it affects the Republican majority in the House and the shifting dynamics inside the GOP.
Mary Katharine and Trey discuss the divide within the party over Ukraine, Russia, and U.S. ...
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November 17, 2025 • 29 mins
As the White House gears up to host Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince, Mohammed Bin Salman, President Trump is ready to make another 'big' deal. Managing Director and Partner at Beacon Global Strategies, Michael Allen unpacks the President's current foreign policy plans.
Dana and Michael discuss global issues and the complex state of geopolitics.
I Wish Someone Had Told Me: Michael highlights the high amounts of fentanyl entering throu...
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November 10, 2025 • 27 mins
The longest government shutdown in U.S. history could come to an end with a few Democratic Senators joining Republicans to vote "yes" to reopen the government. Co-founder of South & Hill Strategies, Colin Reed, and Columnist at the Washington Examiner and Washington Post, Salena Zito, explain the political repercussions for Democrats.
They discuss the division within the Democratic Party and whether more Progressive candidates w...
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November 3, 2025 • 21 mins
It's the eve of Election Day, and a few key races have caught Americans' attention. Former GOP strategist and Host of "The Rich Zeoli Show," Rich Zeoli shares his take on the New Jersey and Virginia Gubernatorial Elections. He describes the issues that matter to voters as they head to the polls.
Meanwhile, Rich notes the challenges the Democratic Party is facing. He explains why they are in a perpetual state of primarying one ano...
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October 27, 2025 • 24 mins
The government shutdown continues, with very few people outside of Washington, D.C., feeling its impact. Meanwhile, Election Day is a little over a week away for the New York City Mayoral Race, and Democrats are split on whether they support the Democratic Candidate Zohran Mamdani.
Co-host of the Ruthless Podcast, John Ashbrook, describes the growing divide within the Democratic Party, which he calls a "civil war" within the part...
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October 20, 2025 • 21 mins
Over the weekend, the 'No Kings' protests stretched across the country, as some Americans voiced their frustrations with the current administration. Meanwhile, the government shutdown reached its twentieth day, and Congress continues to argue about who is responsible. FOX News Chief Political Anchor and Executive Editor of Special Report, Bret Baier, discusses some of President Trump's current foreign policy initiatives.
Bret exp...
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October 13, 2025 • 33 mins
Today, President Trump celebrates a peace deal between Israel and Hamas, which led to the release of twenty Israeli hostages. Founder of the bipartisan government relations firm Mehlman Consulting and author of The Age of Distribution Substack, Bruce Mehlman, discusses the President's involvement in brokering a deal and the difficulty of his job.
Bruce also describes where Congress stands on day thirteen of the government shutdown...
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October 6, 2025 • 25 mins
While the Trump administration expands its crime crackdown into new cities, Congress can't compromise on a deal to restart the government. FOX News Audio Political Analyst and Editor-in-Chief of Jewish Insider, Josh Kraushaar, breaks down why the shutdown could last longer than expected.
As the second anniversary of October 7th approaches, the day the terrorist organization Hamas perpetrated attacks on the Israeli public, Josh di...
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September 29, 2025 • 24 mins
As a potential government shutdown hangs in the balance, Republican strategist and Executive Vice President at Targeted Victory, Matt Gorman, discusses previous shutdowns and why no one wins in this scenario. He breaks down the White House's efforts to stop it, explaining the dynamics of why some Congressional leaders are allowing it to happen.
Matt also details the fallout surrounding former Vice President Kamala Harris's book to...
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September 22, 2025 • 39 mins
President Trump and thousands of Americans gathered to remember Charlie Kirk on Sunday. Only time will tell if his legacy and movement will help energize Republicans in the coming months. Former Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy describes his relationship with Kirk and his unique ability to rally young voters towards the Republican Party.
Speaker McCarthy discusses the significance of President Trump's trip to the United Kingdo...
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