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Election Panel: Jocelyn Benson, Stephen Richer, Ben Ginsberg

26m 46s

A panel of election experts — Democrat Jocelyn Benson, Republican Stephen Richer, and GOP election lawyer Ben Ginsberg — discuss how votes will be counted this November, Elon Musk's claims about the election, and when Americans will know the results.

Episodes

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    Election Panel: Jocelyn Benson, Stephen Richer, Ben Ginsberg

    S2024 E43 - 26m 46s

    A panel of election experts — Democrat Jocelyn Benson, Republican Stephen Richer, and GOP election lawyer Ben Ginsberg — discuss how votes will be counted this November, Elon Musk's claims about the election, and when Americans will know the results.

  • Larry Hogan: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Larry Hogan

    S2024 E40 - 26m 46s

    Former GOP Gov. Larry Hogan talks about running for the U.S. Senate in deep-blue Maryland, his message to Democratic voters, his support for abortion rights and how he would remain an independent voice in an era of partisan polarization.

  • Hillary Clinton: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Hillary Clinton

    S2024 E39 - 26m 46s

    Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton discusses Vice President Kamala Harris' road to the White House, how to stand up to America's rivals abroad, the state of the two major political parties, and the role of a free press.

  • Bill O'Reilly: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Bill O'Reilly

    S2024 E38 - 26m 46s

    Former Fox News host Bill O'Reilly sits down with Margaret Hoover, a former guest on "The O'Reilly Factor." The conversation covers his new book on America's presidents, the 2024 race, and sexual harassment allegations that led to his exit from Fox.

  • Kevin Hassett: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Kevin Hassett

    S2024 E37 - 26m 45s

    Top Trump White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett discusses this week's presidential debate, defends the former president's economic agenda — including new tariffs — and critiques Vice President Kamala Harris' economic plans.

  • Alex Padilla: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Alex Padilla

    S2024 E34 - 26m 46s

    California Sen. Alex Padilla makes his case for Vice President Kamala Harris, explains his opposition to President Biden's border crackdown and argues that Latino voters should support the Democratic ticket in November.

  • Neil Gorsuch: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Neil Gorsuch

    S2024 E33 - 26m 46s

    Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch discusses his new book "Over Ruled: The Human Toll of Too Much Law" and makes the case that federal agencies and unaccountable bureaucrats have far too much power over Americans' lives.

  • Joni Ernst: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Joni Ernst

    S2024 E32 - 26m 46s

    Iowa's Joni Ernst — one of the top Republicans in the U.S. Senate — shares her views on standing up to antisemitism and violence against women, the importance of U.S. support for Ukraine and Israel, and why civility still matters in politics.

  • Jocelyn Benson, Benjamin Ginsberg and David Becker: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Jocelyn Benson, Benjamin Ginsberg and David Becker

    S2024 E31 - 26m 46s

    Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, GOP lawyer Benjamin Ginsberg and election expert David Becker discuss the security and integrity of American elections ahead of November's contest between former President Trump and Vice President Harris.

  • James Carville: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    James Carville

    S2024 E30 - 26m 46s

    Legendary political strategist James Carville discusses how President Biden's decision to step aside has reshaped the 2024 election, assesses Vice President Kamala Harris' chances in November and gives his fellow Democrats advice on how to win.

  • Mike Murphy: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Mike Murphy

    S2024 E29 - 26m 45s

    GOP strategist Mike Murphy says Democrats need to replace President Biden on the ticket to have a solid chance in the 2024 election, discusses the ascension of Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance and weighs in on ways to tone down heated political rhetoric.

  • Matt Pottinger: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Matt Pottinger

    S2024 E28 - 26m 46s

    Former Trump Deputy National Security Advisor Matt Pottinger says China's cold war against the U.S. is intensifying. He discusses tensions over Taiwan, the importance of deterrence, how China views Trump and Biden, and where the country is headed.

Extras + Features

  • Bill Nye: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Bill Nye

    S2019 E314 - 26m 46s

    Science educator Bill Nye joins Firing Line to discuss the science and impact of climate change. The former host of Bill Nye the Science Guy talks about the role of innovation, investment, policy and education in addressing the problem. Nye also explains why he debates climate change skeptics and evolution deniers.

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