Podcast · 64 episodes
The News Agents - USA
by Global · English
Join Emily Maitlis and Jon Sopel in a weekly podcast that unpicks everything you need to know about the world of US politics - all of it delivered with Emily and Jon’s astute analysis, world-class insight and wry sense of humour. Episodes are available every Tuesday/Wednesday. You can visit our website here https://www.thenewsagents.co.uk/ The News Agents USA is a Global Player Original podcast and production. For advertising opportunities on this podcast, email: GlobalStudiosSales@global.com
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Was this the most embarrassing Senate hearing ever?A News Agents USA discussion of a contentious U.S. Senate Judiciary hearing where Missouri Senator Eric Schmidt attacked former special counsel Jack Smith as a “dirtbag,” allegedly over a supposed…30 Sep 2026 · 40 min
Are Republican candidates sick of Trump?The episode argues that some Republican candidates are distancing themselves from Donald Trump ahead of the November midterms, driven by electoral “survival” fears and voter backlash on immigration…23 Sep 2026 · 47 min
Why is Trump sending federal officers to polling stations in November?The episode argues that Donald Trump’s team may interfere with the November midterm elections by deploying federal law-enforcement personnel to polling places, not to stop fraud but to intimidate…16 Sep 2026 · 38 min
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Was this the most embarrassing Senate hearing ever?A News Agents USA discussion of a contentious U.S. Senate Judiciary hearing where Missouri Senator Eric Schmidt attacked former special counsel Jack Smith as a “dirtbag,” allegedly over a supposed…30 Sep 2026 · 40 min · 17 chapters
Are Republican candidates sick of Trump?The episode argues that some Republican candidates are distancing themselves from Donald Trump ahead of the November midterms, driven by electoral “survival” fears and voter backlash on immigration…23 Sep 2026 · 47 min · 18 chapters
Why is Trump sending federal officers to polling stations in November?The episode argues that Donald Trump’s team may interfere with the November midterm elections by deploying federal law-enforcement personnel to polling places, not to stop fraud but to intimidate…16 Sep 2026 · 38 min · 15 chapters
The Trumpapalooza tumbleweed: Why Republicans are staying awayThe episode argues Republicans are staying away from Trump’s Dallas “midterm convention” (Trumpalooza) because Trump’s low polling and controversial behavior make him a liability, not an asset.9 Sep 2026 · 39 min · 17 chapters
Are Democrats sabotaging their own socialists?The episode argues that some Democrats may be “passively sabotaging” progressive-left Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan—preferring Democrat control of the Senate over the risk of a…2 Sep 2026 · 46 min · 15 chapters
Is Trump about to wage a trade war with China?The episode argues that Trump’s approach to foreign policy and trade is driven by an “extreme threat → opponent settles” philosophy, and that it’s backfiring. It focuses on two conflicts: (1) U.S.27 Aug 2026 · 39 min · 16 chapters
Why are Navy sailors trying to jump off the USS Abraham Lincoln?The episode argues that conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln are so bad that sailors and families describe attempted suicides and “floating prison” living quarters.19 Aug 2026 · 36 min · 17 chapters
Is AOC entering her presidential era?The episode debates whether AOC is “entering her presidential era” and whether Democratic Socialists/Justice Democrats are taking over the Democratic Party.12 Aug 2026 · 34 min · 12 chapters
Have Democrats found their new Obama in Michigan?The episode discusses three U.S. political stories. First, Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary: Abdul El-Sayed narrowly leads Hayley Stevens (about 1.3% with most votes counted), with NBC calling it.5 Aug 2026 · 43 min · 11 chapters
Could Laura Loomer save Ukraine?Whether Laura Loomer and other MAGA figures can help shift U.S. support toward Ukraine after Zelensky’s previously disastrous Oval Office meeting with Trump; plus broader discussion of Trump’s…29 Jul 2026 · 42 min · 11 chapters
Trump's Tehran nightmare: Are Republicans done with his Iran war?The episode argues the U.S.-Iran conflict (described as “Midnight Hammer”) is worsening into a stalemate/quagmire despite Trump claims of victory, with rising costs, casualties, and a narrowing…22 Jul 2026 · 37 min · 22 chapters
ICE kills againThe episode argues that ICE vehicle stops and immigration enforcement have escalated into deadly violence without evidence, prompting a temporary suspension of vehicle stops and renewed scrutiny of…15 Jul 2026 · 41 min · 14 chapters
Why did Dems ignore Platner's red flags for so long?The News Agents USA episode discusses why Democrats allegedly failed to properly vet Democratic Senate candidate Graham Plattner in Maine despite multiple “red flags,” then examines the party’s…10 Jul 2026 · 33 min · 15 chapters
Trump's crypto billion dollars - why is everyone fine with it?Allegations that Donald Trump is profiting from crypto and using executive power and Supreme Court-backed immunity to avoid accountability, while also discussing Supreme Court term rulings affecting…2 Jul 2026 · 38 min · 21 chapters
Zohran Mamdani: The Democrats' new power broker?The episode examines Zoran Mamdani’s rise as a Democratic “kingmaker” after he backed three New York candidates who won primaries (including unseating long-term incumbents).24 Jun 2026 · 41 min · 12 chapters
Why is Donald Trump hosting a cage fight at the White House?The episode dissects a weekend US-Iran ceasefire framework and Donald Trump’s 80th-birthday spectacle: a UFC cage fight on the White House lawn, plus implications for inflation, Middle East strategy,…15 Jun 2026 · 30 min · 13 chapters
Mehdi Hasan on MAGA, Maine and media cowardsThe episode (News Agents USA) discusses two things: Democrats’ strategy and candidate selection, and the state of US media under MAGA.10 Jun 2026 · 30 min · 10 chapters
Why Trump's own party has killed his J6 slush fundThe News Agents USA episode covers three main political threads: (1) Trump’s “anti-weaponisation” $1.8 billion Jan 6 slush fund being cancelled after court rulings and fierce Republican backlash,…3 Jun 2026 · 37 min · 13 chapters
Has Donald Trump just gifted Texas to the Democrats?The episode focuses on Texas’ Republican Senate primary and whether Donald Trump’s preferred candidate, Ken Paxton, could “gift” Texas to Democrats in November.28 May 2026 · 40 min · 17 chapters
Is Trump now bankrolling a MAGA paramilitary?A debate over a new US Justice Department settlement/compensation fund totaling about $1.776 billion, framed by Trump as paying victims of a “weaponised Justice Department,” but criticized by…21 May 2026 · 32 min · 10 chapters
Has Trump just written the campaign ad for every Democrat?The episode argues that Donald Trump’s Iran policy and China trip are driving Democratic midterm messaging, while also enriching the Trump family.14 May 2026 · 39 min · 16 chapters
Trump's Epic Fury...with Indiana RepublicansThe episode discusses two linked storylines: (1) the Trump administration’s Iran campaign—“Epic Fury” and the announced “Project Freedom” to reopen the Strait of Hormuz—plus a reported “memorandum of…6 May 2026 · 39 min · 20 chapters
Is Trump a Russian asset? Fiona Hill on the President she worked forFiona Hill discusses whether Donald Trump is a “Russian asset,” how Trump’s second-term behavior differs from the first, and how allies and the media are responding to his destabilizing approach to…29 Apr 2026 · 45 min · 18 chapters
The Democrats are finally fighting dirty - will it be enough to win?Virginia’s voter-approved redistricting creates a heavily Democratic advantage; Republicans call it unconstitutional and seek an injunction.23 Apr 2026 · 33 min · 16 chapters