The Josh Hammer Show

The Josh Hammer Show

Politics, law, and culture collide as Newsweek Senior Editor-at-Large Josh Hammer charts a path forward for American conservatism and exposes the woke Left. A voice for the New Right, Hammer delivers blistering commentary and weekly interviews with today's top conservative thinkers.

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June 19, 2026 43 mins

Today, Josh opens the show with a troubling new statistic that reveals just how deeply divided America has become. In a nation that once rallied around shared traditions and patriotic holidays, even the Fourth of July is now becoming a source of political and cultural division. Josh examines what’s driving the growing disconnect and asks the critical question: Is there anything that can still bring Americans together?

Then, R...

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Josh opens the show by examining how several blue-state attorneys general are using the courts to challenge and block President Trump's agenda. He explains why these legal battles go far beyond partisan politics, arguing that many of these actions are undermining public safety, frustrating voters, and making it harder for the administration to implement policies Americans elected it to pursue.

Later, Josh is joined by Florida AG Ja...

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June 17, 2026 43 mins

Josh opens the show demanding answers on the emerging Iran deal, breaking down what we know, what we still don’t know, and why Americans have yet to see the final text. He examines the latest comments from both President Trump and Vice President Vance, and explains why the timing of the deal’s release raises serious questions.

Josh also dives into President Trump’s recent remarks regarding Israel—comments th...

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June 16, 2026 43 mins

Josh continues his deep dive into the emerging U.S.-Iran agreement, separating fact from speculation and asking the question no one in Washington seems eager to answer: if this deal is so good, why haven't the American people seen the actual text?

Fresh off President Trump's comments at the G7 Summit, Josh breaks down what the president is saying, what it signals about the negotiations, and why Americans should be paying close atte...

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June 15, 2026 42 mins

Josh opens the show by breaking down the latest reports surrounding a potential Iran deal. What do we actually know, what remains unclear, and why hasn't the public seen the text of the agreement? Josh examines the information being released by Iran, raises concerns about what may be included in the deal, and explains why Americans should be demanding more transparency before celebrating any diplomatic breakthrough.

Later, Josh is ...

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Josh opens the show by breaking down the violent riots erupting in Belfast and the predictable response from the political Left. Rather than addressing the root causes of the unrest, Josh argues that the media and left-wing activists are once again working overtime to spin the story, protect their preferred narrative, and silence legitimate concerns about immigration and public safety.

Josh explains why the chaos in Northern Irelan...

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Josh opens the show with a fiery case for why Congress must pass the SAVE America Act immediately, pointing to the ongoing vote-counting chaos in California, where ballots are still being counted more than a week after Election Day. Josh argues that Americans deserve election results they can trust and questions how one of the nation's largest states continues to struggle to deliver timely outcomes.

Joining the program is Joel Poll...

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Josh opens the show by discussing the reaction from Democrats to the Karmelo Anthony verdict and why he believes many on the Left are once again turning to accusations of racism rather than addressing the facts of the case. He also breaks down a Capitol Hill hearing examining allegations of fraud and misconduct at the Southern Poverty Law Center and what the findings could mean moving forward.

Later, journalist and Tablet Magazine ...

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Josh opens the show by breaking down Democrats' hopes of reclaiming power in Maine as voters head to the polls for the Democratic Senate primary. He explains why Democrats have rallied behind Graham Planter in their bid to flip the seat this fall, despite a growing list of controversies surrounding the candidate, including revelations about a Nazi tattoo and other troubling reports that continue to emerge.

Josh also takes a look at...

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Josh opens the show by breaking down Israel's latest strikes against Iran, what they mean for the region, and how the United States should respond moving forward. He examines the growing tensions surrounding the conflict, the potential for disagreements between the U.S. and Israel, and why he believes the current approach falls short of what is needed to address the Iranian threat.

Josh also explains why he opposed the ceasefire ba...

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(Dek) On today's show, Jeff Vaughn fills in for Josh Hammer and talks with journalist Daniel Guss, DanielGuss.Substack.com, about the level of blatant voter fraud taking place in blue states like California.

Later, Jeff is joined by political strategist Aidan Chao to discuss the insane level of over-taxation in California, which is killing small business, worsening the affordability crisis for average families, and s...

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On today's show, Jeff Vaughn fills in for Josh Hammer and is joined by Dan Schneider, Vice President of MRC Free Speech America, to discuss Spencer Pratt's social media strategy in the Los Angeles Mayoral race, and the future of AI in political messaging.

Next, Will Swaim, CEO of California Policy Center, joins the show for a closer look at the candidates in several key primaries in the golden state.

Finally, Jeff outlines the clea...

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On today's show, Jeff Vaughn fills in for Josh Hammer and is joined by Gloria Romero, Candidate for Lt. Governor of California, as well as Roxanne Hoge of LA GOP, to discuss the current vote totals following California's Tuesday primaries.

Next, Joey Vazques of Media Research Center joins the show to talk about the political gift that keeps on giving, Texas Democrat James Talarico.

Finally, Jeff shares some troubling video footage ...

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On today's show, Jeff Vaughn fills in for Josh Hammer and is joined by EJ Antoni, Heritage Foundation Chief Economist, to talk about the stock market's impact on average Americans.

Next, Willie Nelson, SNC White House Correspondent, joins Jeff to discuss the America 250 celebration and the upcoming UFC event at the White House.

Finally, Jeff talks with Mike Netter, Candidate for CA State Senate, to discuss today's primary elections...

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June 1, 2026 45 mins

On today's show, Jeff Vaughn fills in for Josh Hammer and is joined by Michael Gates, candidate for Attorney General of California, to discuss several key political races in the state as well as the infamous and unconstitutional "Nick Shirley Act." 

Later on, Jeff also speaks with Lt. Col. John Cappello, New York congressional candidate, to talk about finding common ground in our two party political system and addressing the r...

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Josh opens the show by taking apart the proposed Iran deal and explaining why he believes it is a deal America should reject outright. He breaks down what's actually in the agreement, exposes the glaring questions it leaves unanswered, and argues that a bad deal is far more dangerous than no deal at all. Josh explains why giving concessions to the Iranian regime without meaningful guarantees could have serious consequences for U.S....

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Josh opens the show by taking aim at the growing push for DEI policies across America, arguing that judging people based on race is wrong no matter which side is doing it. He explains why attempts to repackage and mainstream DEI are only fueling more division, not solving the real problems facing the country, and why many Americans are increasingly rejecting identity-based politics in schools, workplaces, and government.

Later, Jos...

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Josh takes a deep dive into the historical roots of Left-wing political violence, tracing the ideology and movements back to the late 1700s and highlighting some of the violent episodes that shaped modern political extremism. Later, Josh is joined by author Jamie Glazov to discuss his new book United in Hate and the ideological forces driving today’s political Left. The two examine why authoritarian impulses often emerge with...

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In this episode, Josh Hammer takes a deep dive into the principles that should guide American foreign policy, arguing for a realistic, interest-driven approach that puts America's national interests first rather than chasing ideological crusades abroad.

Josh examines the historical lessons that have shaped U.S. foreign policy, the current challenges posed by Iran, and why a sober, pragmatic strategy is essential as America navigate...

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As America approaches its 250th anniversary, Josh takes a closer look at the original purpose and intent of the Second Amendment. Far from being solely about self-defense, the Founders viewed the right to bear arms as a critical safeguard against government overreach and a necessary protection of individual liberty. Josh explores the historical context behind the amendment and why many believe its true meaning is often overlooked i...

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