The McLaughlin Group

The McLaughlin Group -- May 15, 2020

guest panelist this week is Ryan Girdusky of the Washington Examiner

Issue one: Trump's Strategy

As the death toll rises across the nation, Trump has adopted two key principles for his Coronavirus strategy: 1) Blame China and 2) Push efforts to more quickly re-open the economy.

Issue two: Unmasking

This week, acting Director of National Intelligence Richard Grenell declassified the names of those who requested the unmasking of Michael Flynn in intelligence reports on his conversations with a then-Russian Ambassador.

Issue three: Special Elections

Republicans celebrated this week as Mike Garcia took California's 25th House Congressional District. Wisconsin's Tom Tiffany also secured election. Does this bode well for Republicans in November?

Issue four: Trump Administration Versus the Media

Plus: predictions!

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The McLaughlin Group -- May 8, 2020

guest panelist this week is Kelsey Bolar of The Heritage Foundation

Issue one: Trump Pivots

Donald Trump and various governors move to open up the economy, despite warnings of a potential second spike in Coronavirus cases. Does the success of Sweden and of states such as Florida - in avoiding new infections on scale anticipated - legitimate this course of action?

Issue two: SCOTUS Birth Control Battle

Discussing the Supreme Court hearings on the birth control mandate. What should we expect? What is the right moral course of action? Is CJ Roberts correct in assessing that a middle way should exist here?

Issue three: Panelist Potpourri

Ahmad Aubrey -- Joe Biden and Tara Reade

Plus: reaction to Justice Department dropping the criminal case against Michael Flynn + predictions

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The McLaughlin Group -- May 1, 2020

guest panelist this week is Tiana Lowe of the Washington Examiner

Issue one: Opening Up

Texas and Georgia are leading the charge of states going back to business. Other states fear the risks of opening up too fast, too soon make it likely a second wave of infections will occur. Does a divergent approach make sense, or should there be a federal "one size fits all" plan?

Issue two: Biden's Week

While Biden retains a national polling lead over President Trump, it's not all smooth sailing heading into the summer. The Tara Reade allegation is growing in media attention. Justin Amash has also entered the race. How will this play out?

Issue three: Around the World in Twelve Minutes

China lambastes Trump for failed Coronavirus leadership. The British Prime Minister and his girlfriend had a child. Kim Jong-un remains radio silent. The World Food Program warns of food poverty due to Coronavirus. The US Navy released three videos of UFOs.

Plus: predictions

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The McLaughlin Group -- April 17, 2020

Our guest panelist this week is Shermichael Singleton (@Shermichael_)

Issue one: The North and the South

Georgia, this week, moved to re-open certain businesses, including salons and bowling alleys, and while some saluted Senator Kemp for his for his courage, others condemned his action as unbound from public health needs.

How will this divide between Northern and Southern state play out?

Issue two: Green Card Hold

After flirting with a much broader immigration ban, President Trump signed an executive order this week banning new green card admissions for 60 days. The ban does not apply to existing green card holders or to temporary workers.

Is this about the November election or is this about protecting American jobs in the specific condition of the Coronavirus crisis?

Issue three: Iran tensions and China lawsuits

President Trump responded to rumors that North Korean leader Kim Jong-un is critically ill. No one has confirmed those rumors, but other international tensions are also brewing.

What do we think of this situation?

Plus: predictions

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The McLaughlin Group -- April 17, 2020

guest panelist this week is Ryan Girdusky of the Washington Examiner

Issue one: Freedom From Coronavirus

President Trump is eager to reopen the US economy. But whose call is it? And will Americans go about their daily lives with the possibility Coronavirus might resurge?

Issue two: Barack and Bernie Back Biden

Joe Biden moves toward uniting the Democratic Party, picking up endorsements from Barack Obama and Bernie Sanders.

Issue three: Compensation From China

As the nation and the world continue to grapple with the health, economic, and societal costs of the Coronavirus pandemic, some say the Chinese Communist regime must pay up. How will the US relationship with China look going forward?

Plus: predictions

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The McLaughlin Group -- April 10, 2020

guest panelist this week is Republican strategist Matt Mackowiak

Issue one: Where Are We Now?

Even with US Coronavirus infections now standing at over 400,000, there are signs of hope. Mortality figures are lower than expected and hospitals seem to be coping. But when will life get back to normal?

Issue two: Bernie Drops Out

Bernie Sanders suspended his campaign this week, but stopped short of endorsing Joe Biden at this time. How much will he and his supporters be able influence the Democratic Party platform?

Issue three: High Seas Debacle

Captain Brett Crozier was relieved of his command of the USS Theodore Roosevelt, followed by the resignation of acting Navy Secretary Thomas Modly. The panel discusses where the story goes from here and how it pertains to broader military readiness as the Coronavirus crisis continues.

Plus: predictions

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The McLaughlin Group -- April 3, 2020

guest panelist this week is Emily Jashinsky of The Federalist

Issue one: National Emergency

The panel discusses President Trump's current handling of the crisis. How is he balancing concern about virus spread against desire to re-open the economy?

Issue two: Calculating China

How should China be addressed in terms of what it knew and what it told us in the early days of the outbreak? What about their recent actions?

Issue three: It's an Election Year

How does this play out between Joe Biden and Donald Trump?

Issue four: How Will Society Change as a Result?

As we pass through this crisis, what are some of the long-term ramifications of Coronavirus?

Plus: predictions

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The McLaughlin Group -- March 27, 2020

(previously recorded)

filling in for Pat Buchanan is Jim Antle (formerly) of The American Conservative

guest panelist is legal and political analyst Seth Berenzweig

Issue one: Speak 2020

Between the presidential elections and challenges across the globe, Americans have a lot to read about. Is the American media doing its job? What about social media?

Issue two: Pentagon Price Tag

President Trump has presided over major increases in military spending. Does this represent a much needed investment in new capabilities? Or is the defense budget too high?

Issue three: UFOs Are Real

The US government assesses that UFOs, often observed around nuclear powered US aircraft carriers, are not controlled by a foreign power. But something interesting is going on!

Issue four: Climate Change

The issue has a lot of salience, especially with younger Americans. But with Trump's withdrawal from the Paris Climate Accord, where does that leave us now?

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The McLaughlin Group -- March 20, 2020

Seth Berenzweig fills in for Tom Rogan

Guest panelists this week are Siraj Hashmi and Susan Ferrichio of the Washington Examiner

Issue one: The Virus Itself

The panel discusses the global response in broad terms. What lessons can we learn from South Korea? What mistakes must we avoid?

Issue two: The Effect on the Economy

How long can we tolerate the lockdown? How do we protect service industry workers? Is the bailout bill enough?

Issue three: Naming the Virus

President Trump's chooses to refer to the Coronavirus as the "Chinese Virus." Is this racist? How should we hold China to account for lying about the origins and its early, insufficient action to contain the virus?

Plus: Predictions

Podcast extra: continuing discussion on Coronavirus

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The McLaughlin Group -- March 13, 2020

The Hill's Al Weaver sits in for Pat Buchanan

guest panelist this week is Carrie Sheffield of Just the News

Issue one: Covid-19 Latest

The panel discusses Trump's European travel ban. How is the administration and Congress handling this crisis?

Issue two: Oil Price Collapse

Russia and Saudi Arabia are at war over oil prices. Are lower prices at the pump good news for Americans? Should we be concerned over the impact this may have on shale producers?

Issue three: Rocket Attacks in Iraq

Two Americans and one British soldier were killed in Iranian proxy rocket attacks on a US base in Iraq. In the context of Iranian nuclear activities, should we expect increasing escalation?

Plus: Predictions!

Podcast extra: a closer look at Trump's National Emergency declaration

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