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Smerconish on CNN

Michael Smerconish tackles the American political and news stories of the week, offering a unique non-ideological take: his own.

What Ails Biden Cannot Be Fixed - So Democrats Need to Find a Replacement Smerconish on CNN
Plus: why Biden's aging has long been a 'radioactive' topic for Dems. What the procedure would be were Biden to drop out. How the debate swung the election to Trump. And SCOTUS’ much-delayed ruling on immunity will likely be mixed.
Jun 29, 2024
 Have GOP Attacks on Biden Acuity Made It Easier For Him To Win Debate? Smerconish on CNN
Plus: A debate expert on why the Presidential debate mic cutoff button is a net positive. David Axelrod cautions that many voters still have big questions about both candidates. And former Special White House Counsel Lanny Davis makes the case to pardon both Hunter Biden and Donald Trump, and win at the ballot box.
Jun 22, 2024
 US Tries to Thwart Terror Attacks in Advance Smerconish on CNN
Richard Clarke says that because adversaries are keen to affect the US election, the White House tries to game out possible terror attacks. A Digital Identity expert whose phone was stolen advises what to do if it happens to you. And Kevin Costner hopes his new film depicts “honor in the way people live…dishonor in the way people conduct themselves” and imparts “a little empathy for both.”
Jun 15, 2024
 The Post-Conviction Election: How Will Voters Respond? Smerconish on CNN
Charlamagne tha God says that how Blacks vote will depend on issues, not party. James Carville and David Axelrod agree the political fallout of Trump’s guilty verdict depends on the candidates’ reactions. And Elie Honig contends that although what the jury convicted Trump of is “unclear,” his sentence could include jail time.
Jun 1, 2024