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American freedom is secured by the commitment of our courts and our people to the rule of law. The McCarthy Report offers listeners in-depth analysis on the most pressing legal questions facing the country. Alongside NATIONAL REVIEW editor in chief Rich Lowry, veteran prosecutor and law professor Andy McCarthy leverages his decades of legal experience to cut through the noise of media hysteria wit... more

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On today's episode of The McCarthy Report, Andy and Rich discuss the DOJ's efforts to pursue former FBI Director James Comey, the failed effort to bring a case against Cassidy Hutchinson, and questions surrounding the Starshield restrictions in Ukrai... more

Today on The McCarthy Report, Andy and Rich discuss the violence in France and its connection to leftist and Islamist Red-Green coalitions. They also discuss the blame game Trump and Elon Musk are playing over the Starshield controversy in Ukraine. more

Today on The McCarthy Report, Andy and Rich dive into the murky legal details of the Ilhan Omar investigation and the suspicious circumstances surrounding Russia's recent attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure.

Sponsor: The Institute for Govern... more

Content Warning: This episode contains details regarding the Cornell Seven case that may not be appropriate for children.

Today on The McCarthy Report, Andy and Rich explore the complex legal and political issues surrounding the Cornell Seven case,... more

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Recent Guests

Andy's full name is Andrew McCarthy
Prosecutor and law professor; frequent guest on legal and national security topics
National Review / Former federal prosecutor
Episode: Episode 351: A Question of Criminality at Cornell
Andy McCarthy
Former federal prosecutor and National Review contributor
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Episode: Episode 350: Iran's Jihad Isn't Over

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Rich Lowry
Editor-in-chief, National Review; host of The McCarthy Report; long-time commentator on legal and national-security issues.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 3.2k ratings
  • Rinos.........

    Podcast Addict
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    bobeast3
    a month ago
  • Glad to have Andy back

    Great reflections on for a somber day

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jean Paul Satire
    United States2 months ago
  • Lost mojo

    I have noticed common themes and flaws in how Andy reviews and analyzes current events and legal matters. He has a blind faith that the government agencies always do it right and would never do it or get it wrong. It seems routed that he worked for them and falls into the trap that they must do it the way he did it. When looking at military action would recommend he read Thucydides and glean how fear, honor and interest apply and drive actions. He is very bias on legal cases these days. You can ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    cardiffsurfer
    United States4 months ago
  • Stick to legal analysis

    Stick to legal analysis where McCarthy can claim some expertise. There are thousands of shows that can offer wild speculation on foreign policy and even a few that bring in true experts with informed opinions.

    The June 25th show was only McCarthy mouthing off about Iran while completely ignoring all the Supreme Court decisions. There is no longer any point in listening

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    This Ken
    United States4 months ago
  • Excellent - but Ivory Tower at Times

    Your legal analysis is first class and worth hearing. However, your assessments about Iran and sometimes Trump are overly legalistic and miss the bigger points.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    WoodMorger
    United States6 months ago

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Long-form format rewards attentive listeners who enjoy deep dives.
Some listeners wish for more diverse viewpoints beyond the established framework.
Thoughtful, rigorous legal analysis from a prosecutor's perspective.
High-quality guests when they appear; strong on constitutional and security issues.
Balanced yet assertive discussions; occasionally polarized around topics.

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Episode 353: Da'wa Steamrolls France
Q: But are we being too dire or alarmist?
McCarthy says a movement does not need broad public support to gain influence if it has discipline, organization, passion and ruthlessness, and cites historical alliances between Islamists and leftists.
Episode 353: Da'wa Steamrolls France
Q: What do you make of it?
McCarthy interprets the French unrest through the history and strategy of the Muslim Brotherhood, arguing that organized Islamist movements can build influence through political, legal and campus activity and alliances with leftist groups.
Episode 352: Ilhan Omar's Naturalization Mystery
Q: So what's your read in the state of the Ukraine war at the moment?
McCarthy supports Ukraine continuing attacks on Russian refineries, arguing that this could strengthen its position in negotiations. He says Russia is unlikely to supply the promised diesel and contends that Trump's personal views of Putin and Zelensky influence his policy.
Episode 352: Ilhan Omar's Naturalization Mystery
Q: So how do you read the tea leaves?
McCarthy says the investigation has at least two strands: possible immigration fraud and a financial inquiry. He explains that prosecutors have disclosed the potential offenses underlying the search warrant, while noting that the immigration allegations may be beyond the statute of limitations.
Episode 332: The War Against Iran
Q: How feasible is regime change from the air, and what about the role of ground forces?
They express skepticism about relying solely on air power for regime change, discuss the limits of airstrikes, and consider the potential necessity and political risks of deploying ground forces if missiles and defenses remain a threat.

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A analytically rigorous show led by two seasoned legal minds, weaving constitutional interpretation with national security and foreign policy. Episodes frequently dissect Supreme Court decisions, War Powers, sanctions regimes, and strategic implications in the Middle East, all through a legal lens that emphasizes the rule of law and due process. Regular debates are punctuated by guests who contribute legal, national-security, or policy expertise, creating a thoughtful, sometimes provocative, take on current events. Noteworthy is the clear emphasis on civil-liberties, executive power, and the balance between law and politics, plus candid, back-and-forth banter between hosts that keeps dense topics accessible for informed listeners who want d... more

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