Episode

TODAY'S NEWS, May 12-13, 2026

Podcast: Today's News with Larry Schweikart
Published: May 13, 2026
Duration seconds: 1088
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Summary

The latest roundup portrays Republicans as continuing to gain structural and electoral momentum through redistricting wins, court rulings, and party defections, while Democrats are described as fragmented and running out of strategic options before the midterms. The commentary also focuses on energy policy, immigration enforcement, inflation concerns, AI infrastructure battles, and cultural flashpoints involving religion, education, and gender politics. Internationally, the tone emphasizes instability in Europe and the Middle East alongside renewed nationalism and economic restructuring abroad.