The Josh Hammer Show

The Supreme Court is allowing Alabama to redistrict its congressional maps, as Southern states continue to comply with the court's recent landmark Voting Rights Act decision. Meanwhile, Virginia Democrats have tossed up a Hail Mary legal appeal that will surely lose. Overall, Republicans are the big redistricting winners. But will it actually matter?

On the international stage, President Trump prepares to embark on a high-stakes trip to China. There is a lot riding on this meeting, and Josh breaks down all you need to know—including the best way to really stick it to the Chinese and Iranians while the president meets Xi Jinping on foreign soil.

Rep. Brad Knott (R-N.C.) also joins the program to discuss the congressional debate over reauthorization of FISA surveillance and the ever-thorny, long-standing question on which this debate ultimately hinges: What is the proper way to view the trade-off between liberty and security?

Josh opens the show with the escalating conflict involving Iran, breaking down the explosive comments made over the weekend by Israel’s prime minister alongside President Trump’s latest remarks. Josh asks the question many Americans are now demanding answers to: why isn’t the United States unleashing the full force of its military might against the Iranian regime? He dives into who may be standing in the way, whether the administration is serious about confronting Tehran, and if so-called “peace talks” are anything more than a delaying tactic from a desperate regime.

Then, Katie Pavlich, host of Katie Pavlich Tonight, joins Josh for a wide-ranging and hard-hitting conversation. The two discuss the rapidly approaching midterm elections, whether Republicans can realistically hold the House, and the growing political fallout surrounding Iran. They also examine the divisions inside the GOP, the political stakes of the conflict overseas, and what voters may be looking for heading into November.

Josh opens the show with a major redistricting defeat for Democrats in Virginia, as the courts shut down efforts to redraw congressional maps in their favor. Josh breaks down what the ruling means, why it’s a significant loss for Democrats, and how it could reshape the political landscape heading into upcoming elections. He also dives into the chaos unfolding in Tennessee, where redistricting battles continue.

Josh then turns to the latest jobs report, unpacking what the positive numbers really mean for the economy—and whether the reality matches the headlines. He also tackles gas prices, laying out what’s driving costs at the pump and what, if anything, can be done to bring relief to Americans.

Finally, Josh looks overseas at the UK elections, where the Reform Party is shaking up the political landscape. He explains why the results are so stunning, what they signal for the future of British politics, and why Nigel Farage is once again emerging as a major political force.

Josh opens the show with a stunning allegation out of Washington—raising serious questions about whether a sitting Democrat in Congress is acting against U.S. interests. He breaks down Rep. Pramila Jayapal’s reported efforts to help Cuba secure oil and why actions like that push dangerously close to the line of undermining American policy abroad.

Josh then turns to the latest in Iran, reacting to President Trump’s recent comments and asking the big question: have we actually won, or is this far from over?

Later, Josh is joined by Rebeccah Heinrichs, Senior Fellow at the Hudson Institute, to assess where things stand with Iran and the real likelihood of a deal being reached.

Josh also highlights a recent interview from Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch, diving into what the Founding Fathers envisioned for the country—and what it truly takes to keep the nation strong today.

He wraps up with the latest on redistricting battles and a look at the Los Angeles mayoral race following a contentious recent debate.

Josh opens the show torching former President Obama’s appearance on CBS’s "The Late Show," calling out the tired rhetoric and blatant hypocrisy that just won’t quit. Josh breaks down why Obama, of all people, has zero credibility lecturing anyone about weaponizing the DOJ—and why it’s long past time for him to step out of the spotlight for good.
Then, Josh pivots to Secretary of State Marco Rubio, unpacking his defense of U.S. military action in the Strait of Hormuz and what it signals about America’s posture abroad.
Finally, Josh digs into the latest polling numbers—cutting through the noise to answer the real question: are these early warning signs for President Trump and Republicans heading into the 2026 midterms, or just more media spin?

Josh opens the show sounding the alarm on the surge in antisemitism across America—pointing to attacks on Jewish homes and places of worship, and a decade-long rise in incidents that can no longer be ignored. He lays out what’s driving this disturbing trend and where the country is going wrong as the situation continues to escalate.

Josh then turns to the latest developments in Iran, reacting to comments from Secretary of War Pete Hegseth on the escalating tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz and the safety of global shipping lanes. He breaks down the differences between Project Freedom and Operation Epic Fury, and what each could signal for U.S. strategy moving forward.

Later, Josh calls out the out-of-touch rhetoric from a former congressman who continues to fixate on January 6th, even as the country faces far more pressing threats.

He wraps up with key Supreme Court developments, including renewed concerns over a controversial abortion drug and why the stakes in these legal battles remain incredibly high.

Josh opens the show with the latest developments in Iran, breaking down where things stand and what comes next. He explains why two things can be true at once—America has made real gains, but the job is far from finished—and lays out the four key benchmarks that must be met before the conflict can truly be considered over.

Josh then turns to the ongoing redistricting battles still making headlines, previewing what to expect in the aftermath of last week’s Supreme Court ruling. He also makes the case against early voting, while offering a compromise: a national Election Day holiday.

Later, Josh discusses the collapse of Spirit Airlines and whether there was anything the government could—or should—have done to prevent it. He wraps up by diving into the current state of antitrust law and what it means for corporate mergers moving forward.

Josh begins today's show by explaining how the lack of accountability and justice is a guaranteed societal death knell. This includes the lack of accountability for the Left's debilitating, anti-American lawfare, but it is an older tale that goes back at least far as the 2016 Russiagate hoax. A free society cannot remain free unless there is accountability and justice when things go terribly wrong. Mike Davis, founder and president of the Article III Project, joins Josh to discuss.

Also on today's show: More redistricting fallout, how the GOP's biggest benefit is that the Democrats have gone utterly mad, the end of Spirit Airlines, and what a new op-ed harrowingly refers to as the emerging "Islamo-Christian Right."

Josh opens the show by breaking down what’s really at stake in the redistricting battles unfolding across the country. He explains why Republicans may currently have the upper hand after both Democrat- and Republican-leaning states moved to redraw their congressional maps.

Josh is then joined by Ken Cuccinelli, National Chairman of the Election Transparency Initiative, to discuss the latest developments in Virginia’s redistricting fight and where the legal battle currently stands.

Later, Josh reacts to the latest out of California, where liberal lawmakers are floating the idea of a wealth tax, and reminds listeners who is actually footing the bill in America’s progressive tax system.

Josh closes the show by discussing Secretary of War Pete Hegseth’s appearance on Capitol Hill this week, highlighting one key moment from his testimony that many in the media are missing.

Josh opens the show breaking down a major Supreme Court ruling handed down today, explaining why the decision is a huge win for the country and what it could mean for the future of constitutional law in America. He also reacts to King Charles’ visit to the United States, calling out the glaring hypocrisy from the Left—many of whom spent years denouncing America’s founding over monarchy, yet now seem eager to celebrate a king.

Josh also discusses the latest developments surrounding the indictment of former FBI Director James Comey and what the case ultimately means in the broader fight for accountability in Washington.

Later, Josh is joined by Rob McCoy, Senior Pastor of Godspeak Calvary Chapel and former pastor to Charlie Kirk, to discuss the growing effort by bad actors to divide Christians over the issue of Israel. The two also reflect on the real legacy and impact of Charlie Kirk.

Finally, Josh welcomes journalist Eli Lake to break down the latest developments with Iran, including the escalating standoff over the Strait of Hormuz. Lake explains why the stakes surrounding Iran’s oil exports have reached a critical moment.

Josh opens the show by taking aim at the dangerous rhetoric coming from the Left, including late-night host Jimmy Kimmel doubling down after joking about the assassination of the President. Josh breaks down why this kind of rhetoric is becoming normalized in mainstream culture—and why the media refuses to hold its own side accountable.

Josh then turns to the latest developments in Iran and the ongoing geopolitical tensions in the region, reacting to Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s comments about the possibility of a ceasefire and what it could mean for America’s role moving forward.

Later in the show, Josh is joined by Professor Richard Epstein, author of The Myth of Birthright Citizenship: What the 14th Amendment Really Says. Epstein joins Josh to unpack the history of the 14th Amendment and explain why the modern debate over birthright citizenship is often built on misconceptions—and what the Constitution actually says.

Josh opens the show discussing the shocking attempted assassination of President Trump by a radical Leftist. He explains why the corporate media is once again running cover — downplaying the motive and falling back on the tired “both sides” narrative instead of confronting the extremism that fueled the attack.

Josh argues that the Democratic Party must take responsibility and clearly root out these radicals rather than allowing dangerous rhetoric and fringe actors to creep into the political mainstream. He says the state of the country demands honesty about where this kind of extremism is coming from — and insists it’s up to the Left to confront and purge the evil within its own ranks.

Later in the show, Josh turns to the latest redistricting battle, breaking down Florida’s push to redraw congressional maps in a way that could add additional Republican seats and reshape the political landscape ahead of the next election cycle.

Josh opens the show with the rumors swirling about a possible Supreme Court vacancy this summer. If it happens, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Josh lays out exactly the kind of justice he believes belongs on the court and asks the question Republicans must answer: are they serious about putting a true constitutional conservative on the bench — or are we headed for another David Souter mistake?

Rachel Bovard, Vice President of Programs at the Conservative Partnership Institute, joins Josh to break down the latest battles in Washington, including the push for the SAVE America Act and the growing divide among Republicans over the massive reconciliation bill.

Josh also dives into the latest developments with Iran, reacting to what Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said Friday and what it means for U.S. policy moving forward.

To close the show, Josh tackles the biggest question facing the country: who we are as a nation — and how immigration plays a defining role in that identity.

Josh opens the show with the latest on the stalled peace talks with Iran, breaking down what went wrong, what it signals about the regime’s intentions, and where both sides go from here. He also calls out a senator’s misleading comments on the situation, separating political spin from the facts.

Josh is joined by Tyler O'Neil, Senior Editor at The Daily Signal, to discuss the fallout from the DOJ’s indictment of the Southern Poverty Law Center. Tyler explains why the charges are significant and how his books documents years of troubling conduct by the organization.

Plus, the latest on rumors that the federal government could step in to rescue Spirit Airlines, as the airline teeters on the brink of bankruptcy.

And finally, Josh reacts to the president’s decision to change the federal classification of medical marijuana, explaining why he believes the move is a mistake.

Josh opens the show by discussing the DOJ indictment of the SPLC. He breaks down what the indictment says and why Josh says the organization has spent years stoking division rather than combating hate.

Josh then turns to the Virginia redistricting vote that just passed, explaining what it could mean for the political landscape and why other states may soon begin redrawing their own congressional maps in response.
 
Josh is then joined by Mollie Hemingway, author of Alito, to discuss her new book exploring what we know—and what we don’t—about Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito. Mollie also weighs in on the reports that Alito may retire this summer and what such a move would mean for the future balance of the Court.

Josh also highlights a major court case out of Texas involving the Ten Commandments, before calling out a Democratic senator who sparked controversy by cheering against the United States during the war with Iran.

Josh opens the show by laying out the four conditions he believes must be met for a real deal with Iran, as negotiations are set to continue this week. He also reacts to the President’s latest comments about a potential deal—and the possibility that additional strikes on Iran may still be on the table.

Josh is then joined by Trent England, Executive Director of Save Our States, to explain why efforts to eliminate the Electoral College in favor of a national popular vote are not about fairness, but about political advantage. England argues that the push to scrap the Electoral College is being driven by political actors looking to tilt the system in their favor.

Josh also dives into the issue of gerrymandering, focusing on the latest controversy in Virginia and why it once again exposes what he sees as the Left’s deep hypocrisy on election rules.

He wraps up the show by highlighting another case headed to the Supreme Court, involving a state that continues to discriminate against religion despite repeated legal challenges—raising serious questions about whether some states simply refuse to learn their lesson.

Josh opens the show by breaking down the latest developments in Iran following the events of the weekend and what they signal about where the conflict may be heading. He also explains why the opening—and potential closing—of the Strait of Hormuz carries enormous consequences for global energy markets and geopolitical stability.

Josh is then joined by Samuel Goldman, Associate Professor of Humanities at the University of Florida’s Hamilton School, to discuss Christian Zionism—what it is, where it comes from, and why the topic is more relevant today than ever before. The two explore the deep historical roots of the idea, tracing it back to the 1600s, and explain how it continues to shape modern political and religious debates.

Josh closes the show by discussing a tragic story that he argues could have been prevented, highlighting how the Left’s soft-on-crime policies continue to put innocent lives at risk.

Josh discusses the latest developments in Iran and whether the war may finally be approaching its endgame. He breaks down the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and what it could mean for global energy markets and oil prices moving forward.

Josh also takes aim at the growing campaign on the Left to target and intimidate conservative lawyers, explaining why these attacks strike at the heart of the legal system and the rule of law.

He then reacts to Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas’s remarks earlier this week, where Thomas warned that modern progressivism poses a serious threat to America’s institutions and constitutional order.

Josh closes the show by examining a new study showing religion declining among young women while rising among young men. He explores why this divide may be emerging and what can be done to reverse a broader trend of declining faith in America.

Josh opens the show by tackling the growing rumors of a potential Supreme Court vacancy later this year and what it could mean for the future balance of the Court. He shares his thoughts on who he believes should be considered for the highest court in the land and makes the case that now is not the time for a “go-along-to-get-along” nominee—but rather a no-nonsense conservative willing to stand firm on the Constitution.

Josh is then joined by Lara Trump, former RNC co-chair and Trump campaign senior advisor, to discuss the endgame in the war with Iran and how the conflict could shape the political landscape heading into the midterm elections. She also weighs in on the narrative that Republican momentum is fading—and why she believes the reality looks very different.

Josh wraps up the show by reacting to Vice President JD Vance’s remarks at a recent TPUSA event, highlighting what his comments say about the direction of the conservative movement.

Josh responds to the pope’s recent comments about the war in Iran and examining how they square with Scripture. He also breaks down the latest developments in the ongoing peace talks between Israel and Lebanon and what the newest updates could mean for stability across the Middle East.

Josh is then joined by Peter St. Onge, Senior Economist at The Heritage Foundation, to discuss the state of the economy and the real key to bringing oil prices down—both here at home and around the world.

Later, Josh reacts to a major Left-wing influencer once again making headlines with inflammatory comments, and he explains why Republicans would be wise to spotlight rhetoric like this to show just how far outside the mainstream parts of the modern Left have drifted.