Curt Levey, president of the Committee for Justice, joined Court Watch host Alex Swoyer to discuss the Supreme Court's latest arguments over birthright citizenship, nationwide injunctions and the justices' decision to block the nation's first religious charter school from opening in Oklahoma.

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck and Sam are joined by Oren Cass, chief economist at American Compass and editor of a new book, The New Conservatives, to define conservatism and discuss how conservatism needs to return to its roots by focusing on the ends—human flourishing and national well-being—rather than just making sure people have m…

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Free Beacon reporter Jon Levine joins Chuck and Sam to talk about Biden’s cancer diagnosis, media complicity in Biden's medical cover-ups, and why wealthy private school students—and even a Bloomberg journalist—ended up arrested during the Columbia protests. Then, author and war correspondent Lynne O’Donnell sha…

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, we’re joined by powerhouse voices from Utah’s political leadership. Congressman Mike Kennedy—a practicing physician, licensed attorney, and business owner—discusses his recent visit to El Salvador’s high-security prison, his legislation to strengthen Medicaid integrity, and efforts to crack down on repeat felons…

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck and Sam are joined by Ari Blaff, features writer at the National Post, who dives into his eye-opening report on rising antisemitism at Toronto Metropolitan University and how Canadian institutions are failing Jewish students—plus his take on how media hype, more than real influence, helped create the Andre…

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Congressman Mike Simpson of Idaho joins the show for a wide-ranging conversation that begins with his shocking discovery of the scale of missing and murdered Indigenous women—over 6,000 annually—and how Congress is finally taking action on justice and jurisdictional reform. He also breaks down the future of nucl…

Ilya Shapiro, senior fellow and director of constitutional studies at the Manhattan Institute, joins 'Court Watch' host Alex Swoyer to discuss an upcoming case before the Supreme Court this week involving a Catholic charter school and he breaks down last week's arguments concerning LGBTQ storytime for pre-K and elementary age students in a Maryland…

On this week's episode of Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck and Sam are joined by Alex Swoyer, legal affairs reporter for The Washington Times, to break down the Supreme Court case challenging mandatory LGBTQ story time for elementary school students. Then, Memphis Barker, Foreign Editor at The Telegraph, gives an inside look at U.S. military training …

Lawyer Nathan Lewin joined 'Court Watch' podcast host Alex Swoyer to discuss the Supreme Court's upcoming case involving Maryland parents, who challenge the school system's decision to have LGBTQ books read to pre-K and elementary school children without allowing them to opt out.

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Sean Noble of Light Beer Dark Money and Kiley Kipper of Kiley’s Corner are joined by two influential voices in their fields. Mackenzie Price, education innovator and founder of Alpha Schools, shares how her revolutionary two-hour school model leverages AI to deliver personalized, mastery-based learning while giv…

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, hosts Chuck Warren and Sam Stone are joined by investigative reporter Andrew Kerr of the Washington Free Beacon as he walks us through his latest exposé uncovering how the Biden administration concealed a congressionally mandated report revealing that U.S. service members fell ill with COVID like symptoms at the…

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, guest host Sean Noble joins Sam Stone for a packed episode featuring Mackenzie Eaglen of the American Enterprise Institute, who breaks down the true state of U.S. military readiness, how China’s defense spending compares to ours, and why Pentagon bureaucracy is undermining our ability to prepare for global threa…

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, hosts Chuck Warren and Sam Stone are joined by journalist and author Michael Deibert for an update on Haiti, where armed gangs are rapidly closing in on the capital, Port-au-Prince. With nearly 30 years of experience covering the region, Michael explains how the country has descended into chaos, what role Americ…

In light of the heartbreaking news of Mia Love’s passing, we’re resharing one of our most memorable episodes featuring the former Congresswoman. Mia was a trailblazer, a thoughtful leader, and a passionate advocate for the values she held dear. In this episode, she spoke with clarity and conviction about immigration, the American dream, and public …

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck and Sam are first joined by David Harsanyi, senior writer at the Washington Examiner, who dives into his book The Rise of Blue Anon and explains why today’s Democrat Party has embraced conspiracy politics and paranoia—from Russia collusion to claims that Elon Musk is a Nazi. Then, Mike Mazza of the Project…

Jim Campbell, chief legal counsel with Alliance Defending Freedom, will argue the case on behalf of the Oklahoma Statewide Charter School Board, which sought to make St. Isidore of Seville Catholic Virtual School the nation’s first religious charter school. Mr. Campbell joined 'Court Watch' host Alex Swoyer to discuss the case, which will be heard …

John Bursch, senior counsel with Alliance Defending Freedom, will argue before the Supreme Court on April 2 to defend South Carolina’s 2018 move to eliminate Medicaid dollars going to abortion clinics. He joined "Court Watch" host Alex Swoyer to discuss the case, Medina v. Planned Parenthood South Atlantic, formerly Kerr v. Planned Parenthood South…

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, historian and Telegraph columnist Tim Stanley joins Chuck and Sam to discuss Trump’s strategic approach to Ukraine, why his diplomatic transparency sets him apart, and what it means for the war’s outcome. Then, Jon Levine weighs in on Trump’s crackdown on antisemitism at Columbia University and the broader impli…

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Congressman Brad Knott joins us to expose the Biden administration’s deliberate dismantling of border security and its impact on crime, law enforcement, and national security. As a former federal prosecutor who fought organized crime and human trafficking, Knott brings firsthand insight into how the administrati…

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, we’re coming to you from sunny Miami, bringing you a power-packed episode featuring top political minds. First, we sit down with Colin Anderson, Executive Editor of The Free Beacon, to discuss how left-wing groups are organizing protests in deep-red districts and how the media portrays these efforts. Then, we we…

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Washington Post columnist Jason Willick joins us to break down the media’s latest constitutional crisis panic, the legal battles surrounding Trump’s executive actions, and the escalating judicial fights over executive power. We also dive into the ongoing war in Ukraine, the shifting European response, and whethe…

Andrew Willinger, executive director at Duke Center for Firearms Law, joined 'Court Watch' host Alex Swoyer to discuss an upcoming Supreme Court dispute involving Mexico suing U.S. gun manufacturers, attempting to hold them liable for allegedly aiding and abetting the drug cartel. The justices hear the dispute March 4.…

This special edition of Breaking Battlegrounds features House Majority Whip Tom Emmer for a conversation on the state of Congress, President Trump’s executive orders, and the push for fiscal reform. Whip Emmer explains the role of the Majority Whip, the effort to unify the Republican Party, and the urgent need to codify Trump’s policies into law to…

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, we welcome a lineup of expert guests covering everything from immigration policy to the changing landscape of DEI and professional poker. First, former White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer joins us to discuss executive orders on immigration, the left’s reaction to DOGE, and the latest polling for Trump and 20…

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen joins us to discuss the crisis at the U.S.-Canada and Mexico borders, the fentanyl epidemic—Montana’s #1 public safety threat with overdose deaths up 2,000% in three years—and his fight against banks debanking conservatives. Next, pollster and political analyst Patrick Ruf…

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck and Sam are first joined by award-winning journalist Lynne O'Donnell, who shares the harrowing details of her capture by the Taliban and what the world is overlooking in Afghanistan. Next, Alexander Nazaryan breaks down the growing influence of lawfare and how it’s reshaping liberalism and American politic…

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, we’re first joined by Ilya Shapiro, senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute and author of Lawless: The Miseducation of America’s Elites, to explore the radical shifts in law school culture and it’s impact on our legal system. Next, Florida's Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis shares insights on his congress…

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton joins 'Court Watch' host Alex Swoyer to discuss the Supreme Court, incoming Trump administration and lawfare.

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck and Sam dive right in with Congressman Buddy Carter, who shares insights on how Republicans can maintain their momentum by supporting President Trump’s agenda from day one. He also discusses his Fair Tax Act, which seeks to abolish the IRS and repeal the federal income tax. Later, Armando Ibarra, Chairman …

Jacob Huebert, president of the Liberty Justice Center, joined 'Court Watch' host Alex Swoyer to discuss the Supreme Court's oral arguments over a challenge to a law that bans TikTok from operating in the United States. Mr. Huebert represents a TikTok user challenging the ban.

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck and Sam are joined by Joel Pollak, Senior Editor-at-Large at Breitbart News, calling in live from the heart of the Palisades fire zone. They explore the facts surrounding the Palisades fire and discuss a question from Joel's recent post on X: "To repeat: if you want to believe that the California wildfires…

Join us this week on Breaking Battlegrounds as Chuck and Sam first welcome Philip Klein, editor of National Review Online, to discuss Jimmy Carter’s true legacy and the real scandal behind Biden’s death row pardons. Later, Todd Bensman, Senior National Security Fellow at the Center for Immigration Studies, delves into the national security threats …

Start your New Year off right with Breaking Battlegrounds! This week, Chuck and Sam are joined by Sam Knickerbocker, host of the Fuel Your Legacy podcast, to discuss building a meaningful legacy through financial alignment and mindset shifts. They explore the habits and strategies needed to set yourself up for success in 2024. Later in the episode,…

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck and Sam kick off Christmas week with three incredible guests. First, Brian Earl, host of the Christmas Past podcast, delves into the fascinating origins of holiday traditions like the Nutcracker, the 12 Days of Christmas, Toys for Tots, and more. Next, John Fuller of Focus on the Family shares insights on …

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck and Sam first welcome Thomas Grove of the Wall Street Journal to share his experience writing with Evan Gershkovich, recently freed from Russian imprisonment, on a front-page story exposing what is going on inside Putin's Russian prisons. Thomas also analyzes Syria’s faltering regime, examining whether Rus…

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck Warren and Sam Stone are joined by Michael Deibert, who explores the contrasts between Haiti 30 years ago and its current state. He discusses the nation's political collapse, rampant gang violence, and his interview with gang leader Jimmy Chérizier, known as "Barbecue." Michael emphasizes the need for stro…

Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti joined Court Watch host Alex Swoyer to react to the Supreme Court hearing U.S. v. Skrmetti, where the justices are weighing Tennessee's law that bans medical treatment for youth suffering from gender dysphoria and looking to transition. The state law bans puberty blockers, hormone therapy and surgery. It…

In this episode of Breaking Battlegrounds, hosts Chuck Warren and Sam Stone are joined by New York Times bestselling author Richard Paul Evans to explore the magic of his latest novel, Christmas in Bethel, and his beloved Michael Vey series. Christmas in Bethel is a heartwarming tale that highlights the power of hope and human connection during the…

This Thanksgiving-themed episode of Breaking Battlegrounds celebrates the spirit of gratitude by spotlighting remarkable individuals and organizations making a difference. We’re joined by Julie Sullivan of Pay Away the Layaway, helping families in need during the holidays; Danielle Gletow of One Simple Wish, granting life-changing wishes to childre…

Today on Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck Warren sits down with Kimberley Strassel, editorial writer and author of the Potomac Watch political column at the Wall Street Journal, as well as Mollie and Mark Hemingway in Phoenix, prior to the ASU Center for American Institutions (CAI) Dinner and Dialogue. They join us for a deep dive into the future of A…

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck and Sam sit down with three guests to explore the critical issues shaping our day-to-day lives. Review-Journal columnist Victor Joecks discusses Nevada’s political shift from Obama’s 12-point win to Trump’s victory, along with voter registration efforts and more. Alexander Raikin, Visiting Fellow at the Et…

Today on Breaking Battlegrounds, hosts Sam Stone and guest host Sean Noble bring you insights from National Review’s Noah Rothman and America First Works’ Ashley Hayek. Noah Rothman, author of The Rise of the New Puritans, discusses the aftermath of recent elections, exploring how the left’s anti-America narrative and media dynamics may have played…

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck and Sam are joined by an esteemed lineup of guests tackling major political and policy issues. Dr. Jessica Spencer discusses the potential effects of Florida's Amendment 3 on marijuana legalization and answers key questions about its impact on public safety and medical marijuana use. Brooke Rollins, Presid…

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, co-hosts Sam Stone and Chuck Warren join Seth Leibsohn in studio for a special cross-over episode discussing all things elections. The episode features a series of key political analysts to discuss pivotal national and local races ahead of the 2024 General Election. Chris Cillizza, political analyst and author a…

Josh Blackman, a professor at South Texas College of Law, joined Court Watch host Alex Swoyer to discuss the Supreme Court's November caseload, and he detailed the justices' upcoming dispute over a state ban on medical treatment for transgender youth, which is scheduled for Dec. 4.

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck and Sam deliver a packed show, starting with U.S. House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, who discusses the importance of Social Security, the stakes for Republicans in keeping the House majority, and more. Next, media insider Ken LaCorte gives a behind-the-scenes look at newsrooms on election nights—describi…

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck and Sam welcome Liz Sheld, senior editor at American Greatness and co-host of Happy Hour with Julie and Liz. Liz breaks down the Trump-Harris polling numbers, what to watch in the final weeks before the election, and her take on Brett Baier’s interview with Kamala Harris. Next, Chris Cillizza, a veteran po…

Welcome back to Breaking Battlegrounds! Sam Stone kicks off the show with Sean Noble as they welcome David Catanese to compare the enthusiasm and confidence between the Republicans and Democrats, discuss whether this is truly the "worst it’s ever been" in politics, JD Vance's future, and Kamala Harris' ability to "fake it till she makes it." Later,…

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck and Sam are joined by Tristan Justice, western correspondent for The Federalist and author of Social Justice Redux. Tristan discusses the Biden-Harris administration's use of FEMA disaster funding for illegal immigrants, claims of FEMA running out of money, and how social media giants like Facebook trained…

The Judicial Crisis Network's Carrie Severino, a former clerk to Justice Clarence Thomas, joined Court Watch host Alex Swoyer to discuss the upcoming 2024-2025 Supreme Court term and shared comments about a recent leak out of the high court of a confidential memo to The New York Times.