Michael and Lars discuss the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk, the ensuing fallout, and a looming shutdown fight on Capitol Hill.

Lars and Michael talk about what Congress is up to now that it's back from recess and take a critical look at Trump's attempts to weaken the independence of the Federal Reserve.

On the latest Roundup, Mike and Lars discuss the presidential prospects of the suddenly buzzy Gavin Newsom and some early Senate-related moves made by the Democrats.

In the latest Roundup, Michael and Lars discuss Trump sending the National Guard into Washington, DC and the ongoing battle over redistricting congressional maps.

The Postriders dig into the Trump/Epstein drama, what both parties can do about and learn from it, and then check in on the 2026 midterm news.

The Postriders explore the political and policy implications after the signing of the "One Big Beautiful Bill" and unpack all you need to know about the national takeaways for the New York City mayoral election.

Michael and Lars bury the lead by discussing the No Kings protests and Trump's controversial military parade before addressing the big story of the last two weeks, the (possibly concluded) war in Iran.

Lars and Michael discuss the Musk-Trump breakup and how both Democrats and Republicans can avoid their worst impulses when addressing the turmoil in Los Angeles.

In the latest Postrider Roundup, Michael and Lars discuss the Big Beautiful Bill and the Democrats' alleged old person problem

Lars and Michael consider the first American Pope, the Republican war on NPR and PBS, and probe some of the first big moves in the 2026 midterms.