Farewell, Battleground

In its season finale, Battleground delivers exclusive insights into Trump's controversial cabinet picks and the emerging power dynamics of his second term. From Matt Gaetz's shocking Attorney General nomination to Elon Musk's expanding influence in Washington, S.E. Cupp examines the personalities who will shape America's future. Plus, after months of comprehensive swing state coverage, the show concludes with a moving reflection on the state of American democracy and the journey that brought us here.

Trump expected to nominate RFK Jr. for health secretary

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. ran as an independent in this year’s presidential race, abandoned his bid after striking a deal to give Donald Trump his endorsement with a promise to have a role in health policy in the administration.

Trump Second Term Takes Shape

Donald Trump names controversial congressman Matt Gaetz as his pick for Attorney General, sending shockwaves through Washington and his own party. Battleground examines this explosive choice and what it means for the Justice Department's future. Plus, as Trump's immigration team takes shape with hardliners Tom Homan and Steven Miller, we explore the reality of proposed mass deportations and their potential economic impact. The show concludes with exclusive focus group insights revealing why swing state vo

Trump nominates RFK Jr. for health secretary

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. ran as an independent in this year’s presidential race, abandoned his bid after striking a deal to give Donald Trump his endorsement with a promise to have a role in health policy in the administration.

Conservative lawyer Ted Olson dies aged 84

Former U.S. Solicitor General Ted Olson, who served two Republican presidents as one of the country’s best known conservative lawyers and successfully argued on behalf of same-sex marriage, has died

Tariffs, Courts & Cabinet Pick

As Donald Trump and Joe Biden meet in a historic Oval Office encounter, Battleground examines the key policies that will shape Trump's second term. From controversial tariff plans that could impact consumer prices to potential Supreme Court nominations that could reshape the judiciary for decades, S.E. Cupp explores what's ahead. Plus, breaking news on major cabinet appointments including Pete Hegseth as Defense Secretary and the surprising new roles for Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy in a reimagined feder