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The State of It: USA

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Donald Trump
Iran
United States
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Donald J. Trump
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JD Vance
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Andy Burnham
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United Arab Emirates

Katy Balls and Gerard Baker on the state of Trump’s America.

No fake news, no flag waving and no Trump Derangement Syndrome.

Just honest, in-depth discussion of what’s going down inside the White House.

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It’s been a long night for President Donald Trump in the US midterm elections. The Democrats have taken control of both the House and the Senate, inflicting defeat on the Republican Party. Despite him not being on the ballot, this was for many, a ref... more

The countdown to the midterms is on, and Trump’s campaign is descending into chaos. He’s cancelling rallies in crucial states, berating reporters over their looks and praising Nicki Minaj’s bum. Texas is surprisingly close, while Democrats have resor... more

It's been confirmed that Elon Musk ordered a slowdown of the Starlink internet that Ukraine relies on to defend itself from Russian attacks. President Trump has said he didn't know who was responsible but is this a Henry II-Thomas Becket situation?

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Gargantuan grift

Are the wheels coming off the Trump administration? President Trump's deal with Putin to buy Russian diesel has even dismayed some Republicans. Both the domestic politics and the geopolitics of it are baffling. Gerry has another the... more

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Michael Lewis
Author of Blockers, Rebels in the Deep State
Author, Blockers, Rebels in the Deep State
Episode: Is Iran getting reckless?
JD Vance
Member of the U.S. Senate, rising figure discussed as potential 2028 candidate
U.S. Senate (Ohio)
Episode: It's a cult! Trump goes to Dallas
Carole Walker
Washington-insider guest discussed in the episode
Episode: Trump, Iran and why he’s glad Harry left America - Washington Insider
Francesca Hong
DSA-aligned candidate in Wisconsin (Madison); member of local DSA chapter
Democratic Socialists of America
Episode: Could America go socialist?
Carolyn Quinn
Journalist, guest on the episode
Episode: What to expect from Trump's meetings with Netanyahu and Zelensky - Washington Insider
Maggie Haberman
Co-author of Regime Change
The New York Times
Episode: Trump, Hitler, Mao, Stalin: the list the president loved
Jonathan Swan
Co-author of Regime Change
Axios
Episode: Trump, Hitler, Mao, Stalin: the list the president loved
Fraser Nelson
Times journalist appearing with a cameo
The Times
Episode: The White House's mixed messages on Iran

Hosts

Katy Balls
Washington editor and columnist at The Times and The Sunday Times
Gerard Baker
Columnist at The Times and editor at large at The Wall Street Journal

Reviews

3.7 out of 5 stars from 177 ratings
  • Poor

    Tired, boring perspectives

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Rern1971
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Needs a leftie

    Interesting perspectives but definitely tilted towards the right. Perhaps would benefit from a third presenter to give a countering analysis from the left.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Taffy Kathy
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Balanced Reporting My Asset

    This is a bit of serious pro-Republican chit chat with not even an attempt at pretending otherwise. Illuminating to understand how 40%? Of the electorate think but far below what you would expect from a quality broadsheet.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    MartinDad
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Bias

    Seems pretty right of centre in comments regards rep candidate in California. Really, taxes are just bad and indicative of being badly run - talk about right wing bias. when California tops many state polls for so many other measures bought through taxation of the very rich that pay lower rates of tax generally.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    jfjfktgtkejtgjekrn
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • CHECK OUT CARLSON

    Love your podcast but today (3/25/26) you mentioned Tucker Carlson as a possible president as a bit laughable. Please read and listen to what he says about the Jewish people and how he sees them in America (not to mention the world). Not much difference between his rhetoric and Hitler’s. People laughed at Hitler when HE wanted to rule Germany. Carlson in 2028 with his millions of followers would be extraordinarily dangerous. Please look into how his presidency would be vis a vis hatred, pogroms... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Every Gal
    United States7 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners value the hosts' perspectives on US politics, though some find the commentary insightful while others describe it as tiring or unengaging.
Many critical reviews see the discussion as right-leaning or too sympathetic to Trump and the Republican Party.
Katy Balls is praised by some for growing into her Washington role, while Gerard Baker's commentary draws both strong appreciation and strong criticism.
Some listeners want more balance, nuance or a countervailing left-of-center voice.

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#148
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#207
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#46
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#91
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

What to expect from Trump's meetings with Netanyahu and Zelensky - Washington Insider
Q: And then he meets the Ukrainian Prime Minister, Volodymyr Zelensky. What do you make of it? Let's start with Mr. Netanyahu first of all. What can you tell us about that?
The relationship between Trump and Netanyahu remains relatively strong on paper, but there are signs of divergence in strategy and goals, with concerns Trump might be dragged deeper into the conflict and Netanyahu seeking an outcome that may not align perfectly with U.S. aims. Overall, the meeting is viewed as potentially tricky for Netanyahu given Trump's evolving stance and the broader Iran context.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The State of It: USA

What is The State of It: USA about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Weekly conversations about American politics, elections and government, with particular attention to the Trump administration and its effects on domestic and foreign policy. Katy Balls and Gerard Baker bring perspectives shaped by political journalism on both sides of the Atlantic, moving between campaign strategy, party divisions, presidential decisions and US relations with other countries. The discussions also reach into technology, economics and American culture when those subjects intersect with politics.

The format is primarily a two-host analysis and debate, with occasional contributions from political and Washington insiders. The tone is direct and opinionated rather than detached: listeners can expect scrutiny of political tactics... more

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2. JD Vance
3. Carole Walker
4. Francesca Hong
5. Carolyn Quinn
6. Maggie Haberman
7. Jonathan Swan
8. Fraser Nelson

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