Mike Gallagher Podcast

... that is the question that President Trump must answer, in South Carolina and Texas.  Mike and Mark discuss the magic of a Trump Endorsement.

Mike and Mark examine the depths of contrived accusations of racism, share stories of witnessing it for real, and wrap up with a story of a character test ending badly.

Mike discusses a recent poll showing nearly half of Democrats believe the 2024 assassination attempt on President Trump was staged, sparking a conversation about Trump derangement syndrome and the state of the Democrat Party. Mike also talks to Congressman Chip Roy about the redistricting battle and the threat of Sharia law in Texas. Additionally, he shares his thoughts on the importance of protecting American values and the need for Christians to stand up against the spread of Islam in the US.

A Virginia Congresswoman lands in hot water over her interviewer's comments.  M and M explain.

Democrats are melting down after courts crack down on race-based redistricting schemes, and now the fight over congressional maps is exploding nationwide. Mike breaks down the Virginia Supreme Court ruling, why Democrats are threatening to purge judges who won’t play along, and what this battle means for control of Congress heading into the midterms. Plus, South Carolina Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette joins the show to talk redistricting, free speech on college campuses, political intimidation from the left, and the growing push to eliminate property taxes.

Mark and  Mike dive into the world of redistricting, including the potential impact on minority representation and the Voting Rights Act. Mike also shares his personal experience with a dermatologist's chemotherapy cream.

The re-districting fight in Virginia that's been struck down by the courts, is spreading across the country.

Many Americans are uneasy with mass deportation while Democrats push identity politics, the Trump economy just shattered expectations with 115,000 new jobs added in April, and Virginia Democrats got smacked down by the courts after a redistricting scheme backfired spectacularly. Mike breaks down the growing debate inside the GOP over immigration, why Trump’s economic message may be stronger than ever heading into the midterms, and how the Virginia Supreme Court handed Republicans a major political victory. Plus, Larry O’Connor joins the show to talk media hypocrisy, Trump loyalty tests, and whether whispers of “amnesty” could spark a civil war inside the conservative movement.

Mike and Mark discuss what a successful end to the Iran war would look like; an examination of “paying it forward” and other acts of kindness.

There are some inside the GOP who think President Trump should soften his stance on illegal immigration.  Will he do it?

Mike and Mark share their own prayers and discuss the significance of the National Day of Prayer; In a sea of deceptive messaging, what is the definition of a lie?; Rave reviews for Rubio create more 2028 buzz

Mike marks the National Day of Prayer with a message centered on gratitude, faith, and the belief that many Americans are exhausted by division and constant outrage. He explains why he believes Marco Rubio is emerging as a major force for 2028, pointing to Rubio’s optimistic vision of America and ability to connect with voters looking for stability instead of chaos. At the same time, Mike pushes back against critics attacking President Trump’s efforts to negotiate an end to the Iran conflict, arguing that much of the country wants strength without endless war. A spirited caller exchange adds another layer to the conversation as Mike revisits a heated debate from the previous day and even issues a rare on-air correction. Through it all, the show focuses on a country caught between fear and hope, and whether Americans still believe unity and common purpose are possible.

Could the Iran War come to a formal end in the coming days.  Mark and Mike handicap the odds.

Mike and Mark discuss a horrific crime out of Texas, and the passing of media giant Ted Turner.

Mike breaks down a brutal primary night for establishment Republicans, as Trump-backed candidates dominate and send a clear message that the GOP base is done with what he calls weak, ineffective leadership. He warns that figures like Thomas Massie could be next, as the party shifts toward loyalty and a willingness to fight, while questioning how much influence anti-Trump voices really have after the results. At the same time, Mike puts Democrats on the spot, arguing they’re stuck without a single compelling policy to offer voters despite ongoing frustration with the current landscape. A heated caller exchange highlights that divide, with Mike challenging the left’s ideas on immigration, energy, and the economy. The bigger takeaway is a party realignment on one side and what he sees as total disarray on the other, setting up a high-stakes political battle heading into the next round of elections.

JD Vance may be the VP, but is Secretary of State Marco Rubio making the case that he ought to top the ticket in 2028?

Podcaster Megyn Kelly thinks the Trump Administration ought to give Iran a deal to end the war.  Mike and Mark disagree.

Mike takes on the growing divide over Iran, pushing back against calls to cut a deal and warning what’s at stake if the threat isn’t confronted head-on, while calling out influential conservative voices breaking with President Trump and gaining traction with that message. A blunt question drives the conversation: would you trade lower gas prices for a nuclear-armed Iran? As reactions pour in, Mike highlights how split the audience and the country have become on foreign policy and America’s role in the world, while also arguing Democrats are failing to offer a real alternative despite voter frustration. Then a stunning courtroom moment shifts the focus, as a judge apologizes to an alleged would-be assassin of top U.S. leaders, leaving Mike questioning how the system got here and what it says about the direction of the country.

the guys discuss a bizarre claim by Jonathan Karl about a phone call from President Trump after the White House Correspondence dinner. 

In this episode of M and M Extra, Mark Davis and Mike Gallagher dive into the world of Tucker Carlson, discussing his recent interview with the New York Times and the controversy surrounding his views on Israel. The conversation touches on the importance of intellectual honesty and the need to reserve space for those who may not be supportive of Israel but don't harbor anti-Semitic views.