Four Stops On Trump’s SCOTUS Winning Streak

Four Stops On Trump’s SCOTUS Winning Streak

Author: WNYC Studios December 11, 2025 Duration: 22:45
The conservative Supreme Court majority seems poised to allow President Trump to fire the top official on the Federal Trade Commission, expanding presidential power.

Each weekday, Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast from WNYC Studios offers a necessary pause in the news cycle. Instead of rapid-fire takes, Brian facilitates nuanced discussions that go beyond the headlines, focusing on how policy and political decisions directly shape our communities and lives. You'll hear from a wide range of voices-including policymakers, journalists, experts, and callers from across the nation-who engage in substantive dialogue that clarifies complex issues. This podcast is built on the belief that understanding precedes meaningful action. Tuning in feels like gaining a deeper, more contextual grasp of the day's most pressing events, delivered with a sense of civility and curiosity often missing from political discourse. It’s a daily resource for anyone looking to replace noise with insight and to participate in a more informed public conversation. The consistent, thoughtful approach makes this a standout listen for those who want their daily news accompanied by reflection and perspective.
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Podcast Episodes
How History Has Seen The Trump World Order Before [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:28
As Trump and other world leader meet in Davos, international relations and global geopolitics are at the forefront of our political conversations.
Trump Makes News By Saying He Won’t Attack Our Allies [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:12
As world leaders in Davos meet to discuss the future of international relations, many were relieved to hear that President Trump's recent rhetoric about Greenland would remain rhetorical.
What Trump's Foreign Policy Means For GOP's Midterm Politics [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:24
Amid military actions against Venezuela, and a new European trade war over Greenland, Trump's global ambitions could change the political calculus for Congress members running in this year's midterms.
A Reporter's ICE Recruitment Story [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:19
Questions about ICE recruitment, vetting and training are being raised, especially after the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis.
Behind the Scenes of the NYTimes Trump Interview [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:36
President Trump sat down for a two-hour interview with a panel of New York Times reporters last week which included a question on the checks on his power on the world stage.