On this week's episode of The DMZ, Bill Scher joins Matt Lewis to unpack the coming 2026 blue wave (Tennessee special election analysis), Trump's pardoning of a convicted narco-state president while ordering missile strikes on “drug boats” in the Caribbean, the big media scandal that has tongues wagging, and more! 

New Jeffrey Epstein emails drop SAME DAY as Congress forces full file release. Is Trump hiding something? Matt Lewis & Bill Scher unpack the bombshell timing, Trump’s creepy history, and why even MAGA is cracking.

PLUS: Your health insurance is about to jump $12,000–$22,000/year. A 60-year-old couple earning $85K will pay a QUARTER of their income on premiums. Republicans had 10 years. They have NO plan. MTG (!!) is now louder than Trump on this.

Today's topics include:

– Epstein Files Back from the Dead
– Trump’s Epstein Birthday Card & Guilty Vibes
– Saddam-Style Cover-Up or Innocent?
– Megyn Kelly’s Wild “Not Pedophilia” Defense
– Trump’s Gatsby Party While SNAP Gets Cut
– $22K Premium Hike Hits Middle-Class Hard
– Dems Offer 1-Year Fix… Trump Rejects
– GOP Still Has No Healthcare Plan
– MTG vs. Trump: Who’s the Real Populist?
– Will This Sink GOP in 2026

As the government shutdown deadline looms, Matt Lewis and Bill Scher dive into a heated debate on the DMZ. 

Is a shutdown inevitable? Can Democrats hold firm against Trump’s tactics without losing public support? 

From healthcare battles to filibuster threats, they unpack the political chess game and what it means for America’s future. 

Don’t miss this riveting discussion!

Explore the fallout from Charlie Kirk’s assassination, from rapid martyr status to a polarized debate on cancel culture and free speech. The DMZ's Matt Lewis and Bill Scher discuss Kirk’s legacy, controversial statements, and the alarming rise of government-driven censorship in this gripping DMZ episode.

Matt Lewis and Bill Scher dive into the latest political firestorm on The DMZ podcast (Aug 13, 2025). From Trump’s unfulfilled promises on the Epstein files, ending the Russia-Ukraine war, and lowering grocery prices, to the controversial federalization of DC’s police and Texas gerrymandering, they unpack how Trump’s chaotic leadership style fuels spectacle over substance. Are tariffs driving up costs? Is DC crime as bad as claimed? Will Texas redistricting backfire? Get the facts and analysis here.

Join Matt Lewis and Bill Scher in The DMZ, as they dive into the latest political firestorm surrounding the Epstein files and Congress's unexpected summer recess. 

Discover how Democrats leveraged GOP divisions to delay key votes, the impact of the Epstein scandal on Trump's base, and what it means for the future of bipartisan spending deals. 

Plus, a nostalgic look at 1980s icons like Hulk Hogan, Ozzy Osbourne, and Malcolm-Jamal Warner. Don’t miss this insightful episode of DMZ!

Join Matt Lewis and Bill Scher on the DMZ as they dive into the latest political firestorm surrounding Donald Trump and the Jeffrey Epstein controversy. 

Is Trump’s hesitation to release Epstein files fracturing his MAGA base? From conspiracy theories to intra-party warfare, we unpack why this story won’t die and what it means for Trump’s lame-duck presidency. 

Plus, we discuss the cancellation of Stephen Colbert’s Late Show and the future of late-night TV, alongside the GOP’s controversial budget rescissions. Don’t miss this heated discussion on the shifting political landscape! 

Join Matt Lewis and Bill Scher on the DMZ as they dive into the latest drama surrounding the Senate's passage of "The Act" (formerly the One Big Beautiful Bill). 

From procedural hiccups to GOP rebellions led by figures like Chip Roy and Thomas Massie, the House vote hangs in the balance. 

Will Trump's pressure tactics and MAGA PACs force compliance, or will dissenters like Lisa Murkowski and Tom Tillis derail the bill? 

Plus, a look at the bill’s Medicaid cuts, deficit concerns, and its impact on the GOP’s working-class image. 

Don’t miss this lively discussion, plus a nod to vocational education and some Independence Day history! 

In this lively DMZ episode, Matt Lewis and Bill Scher dive into the stunning New York mayoral primary results, exploring whether Zohran Mamdani could be the next AOC and what his win means for the Democratic Party’s future. 

First, though, they debate whether Donald Trump's air strikes on Iran were wise. 

They also unpack the chaotic “Big Beautiful Bill” – Trump’s ambitious omnibus legislation facing a tight July 4 deadline, packed with controversial Medicaid cuts and debt ceiling debates. 

Plus, a surprising reveal about how most viewers are watching DMZ (hint: it’s not your phone!). Tune in for sharp political analysis, witty banter, and insights into America’s political landscape.  

Matt Lewis and Bill Scher dive into a heated discussion on the latest global developments, including Israel's strike on Iran and Trump’s failed attempt at a nuclear deal. 

From the implications of Trump’s diplomacy to the fallout of regional conflicts, they unpack the complexities of U.S. foreign policy, the Abraham Accords, and the domestic political fallout, including the controversial incident involving Senator Alex Padilla and Kristi Noem. 

Plus, they touch on David Hogg’s DNC exit and Trump’s immigration strategy. Don’t miss this insightful episode of The DMZ!