The McLaughlin Group

The McLaughlin Group -- December 25, 2020 guest panelist this week is Emily Jashinsky of The Federalist The panel hands out more awards, including those for Most Honest, Most Overrated Story, Biggest Story, Best Reporting, and Most Inspiring Moment. Plus, a look ahead with predictions on who is Destined for Political Stardom and Oblivion. Bonus topic: Domestic 2021 Twitter [https://twitter.com/McLaughlinGroup?lang=en] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/user/mclaughlingroup] facebook [https://www.facebook.com/The-McLaughlin-Group-with-Tom-Rogan-104919650964441/]

The McLaughlin Group -- December 18, 2020 guest panelist this week is political analyst Shermichael Singleton The panel takes a look back at the winners and losers, best and worst of 2020 in The McLaughlin Group's first ever Awards Show Bonus topic: a look ahead at foreign policy under a Biden Administration Twitter [https://twitter.com/McLaughlinGroup?lang=en] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/user/mclaughlingroup] facebook [https://www.facebook.com/The-McLaughlin-Group-with-Tom-Rogan-104919650964441/]

The McLaughlin Group -- December 11, 2020 guest panelist this week is Rachel Bovard of the Conservative Partnership Institute Issue one: Once More Unto the Courts While the president insists that ongoing legal challenges will secure his eventual reelection and overturn what he says are fraudulent results, the courts suggest otherwise. The Supreme Court as been reluctant to accept Trump-related legal challenges. In other judicial-related news, Hunter Biden confirmed on Wednesday that he is under federal criminal investigation related to his tax affairs. Issue two: From China Not with Love In an Axios news report this week, Congressman Eric Swalwell was named as a suspected target of a Chinese Intelligence influence operation. Axios suggests that an officer from China's Ministry of State Security bundled campaign contributions for Swalwell and infiltrated an intern into his office. Issue three: Mr. Musk Goes to Texas Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced this week he is relocating from California to Texas. While Musk will retain major operations in California, the move encapsulates a growing tech-exodus from the Golden State. Issue four: Georgia Senate Races Discussing the January 5th runoff races for the US Senate. Plus: predictions! Twitter [https://twitter.com/McLaughlinGroup?lang=en] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/user/mclaughlingroup] facebook [https://www.facebook.com/The-McLaughlin-Group-with-Tom-Rogan-104919650964441/]

The McLaughlin Group -- December 4, 2020 guest panelist this week is John Tamny from RealClearMarkets Issue one: Toxic Transition Democrats are showing increased outrage at President Trump's refusal to concede the election to Joe Biden. Republicans say Democrats and the media have no interest in investigating potential voter fraud. Will we see this resolved before January 20th? Issue two: UFO Earlier this year, the Pentagon announced the formation of an "Unidentified Aerial Phenomena Task Force" whose mission is to investigate UFOs that appear near military aircraft and facilities. Issue three: Iran Iran promised retaliation this week following the assassination last Friday of Mohsen Fakhrizadeh. Fakhrizadeh was one of Iran's most senior nuclear scientists, with chief responsibility for the military components of the country's nuclear program. Issue four: Biden's Nominees Unveiling his economic team this week, President-Elect Joe Biden called on the Senate to confirm his nominees. Plus: predictions! Twitter [https://twitter.com/McLaughlinGroup?lang=en] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/user/mclaughlingroup] facebook [https://www.facebook.com/The-McLaughlin-Group-with-Tom-Rogan-104919650964441/]

The McLaughlin Group -- November 27, 2020 guest panelist this week is Kelsey Bolar, senior policy analyst at Independent Women's Forum Issue one: Biden at Home Joe Biden has a long wish list of programs and policies he intends to enact during his White House tenure. But with republicans looking likely to retain control of the Senate, how much of what Biden wants will he really be able to do? And how will Biden balance his agenda with that of the Democratic Party left? Issue two: Biden Abroad The President-Elect says he's determined to strengthen America's alliances and engage the world on shared challenges. But facing a rising China and nuclear proliferation challenges from Iran and North Korea, some wonder whether Biden's presidency will be shaped by events rather than shape them. Issue three: GOP Strategy Republicans are optimistic they will hold control of the Senate after two Georgia Senate runoff races are concluded. But how will Republicans approach their dealings with President Biden? Will resistance be the rule? Issue four: Trump's Future As he leaves office, President Trump is considering what comes next. The president seems set to maintain a regular presence on social media. But beyond Twitter, what plans are in hand? Plus: predictions! Twitter [https://twitter.com/McLaughlinGroup?lang=en] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/user/mclaughlingroup] facebook [https://www.facebook.com/The-McLaughlin-Group-with-Tom-Rogan-104919650964441/]