The Arena with Kasie Hunt

Bitter GOP Battle in the Texas Senate Primary Draws to a Close Tonight

Kasie Hunt talks to the panel ahead of tonight's highly-anticipated Texas elections. Rep. Julia Johnson, who has been pitted against another Democrat for her House seat, weighs in. The top Democrat on the Senate Intelligence Committee, Sen. Mark Warner, discusses the latest on Iran talks as Trump's cabinet prepares to convene for a rare meeting at Camp David. Plus, President Trump says his physical exam today went "perfectly." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Major Sticking Points Remain as U.S., Iran Negotiate Peace Deal

U.S. officials tell CNN they are optimistic that negotiations with Iran will hammer out two major sticking points: Iran’s existing nuclear material and its frozen assets. Plus, an interview with Democratic Congressman Jake Auchincloss. And—Pope Leo XIV’s new message on the moral dangers of artificial intelligence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Tulsi Gabbard Resigning as Director of National Intelligence

This afternoon, President Trump announced that Tulsi Gabbard has tendered her resignation as the director of national intelligence effective June 30th. The president also announced that Aaron Lukas will serve as the acting director of national intelligence.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Trump Agenda Derailed by Senate GOP Revolt Over $1.8B DOJ Fund

Kasie Hunt talks to the panel after the Senate leaves Washington, with Republicans saying they were blindsided by the Justice Department’s announcement of an "anti-weaponization" fund. Rep. Don Bacon weighs in. Rahm Emanuel discusses what is in --and crucially, not in-- the DNC's 2024 "autopsy" report. Plus, a committee stacked with Trump loyalists approves his arch design. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Officers Who Defended Capitol Sue to Stop DOJ’s New $1.8B Fund

Kasie Hunt talks to the panel after two January 6th officers attempt to block the rioters who assaulted them from receiving payouts from the administration's new "anti-weaponization" fund. Sen. Chris Van Hollen, who recently pressed acting attorney general Todd Blanche over the fund, weighs in. President Trump continues his endorsement winning streak, though his involvement could complicate his agenda in the Senate. Plus, the Justice Department indicts former Cuban leader Raul Castro for his alleged role in the 1996 downing of two civilian aircraft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]