Michael Smerconish
United StatespoliticianMaleb. 19625.0Global Dominance: 0.15%Michael Smerconish is an American political commentator, lawyer, and author known for his work in both radio and television. He hosts 'The Michael Smerconish Program' on SiriusXM and is a regular contributor to CNN, where he provides insights on current political events and societal issues. Smerconish is recognized for his centrist viewpoint, often challenging partisan narratives and encouraging open discourse. He gained prominence through his unique approach to political commentary, which emphasizes understanding multiple perspectives rather than adhering strictly to party lines. His recent appearance in the news was marked by a critical challenge to a controversial financial scheme proposed by a CEO, which he labeled as a Ponzi scheme.
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Michael Smerconish discusses the complexities of political negotiations.
Smerconish: ‘We’re not a two-lane highway’United States· 2026-06-21
Michael Smerconish discusses the Iran deal, calling it the worst outcome except for all the others.
America’s soccer moment has finally arrivedUnited States· 2026-06-21Smerconish discusses the Iran deal, calling it the worst outcome except for all the others.
Smerconish on Iran: ‘This deal is the worst outcome - except for all the others’United States· 2026-06-20
Smerconish responds to being called a 'Trump boot-licking MAGA hack.'
A ‘patriotic’ concert series is falling apart as artists walk offUnited States· 2026-05-30
CNN's Michael Smerconish breaks down the week as DHS hurls towards shutdown.
Former FBI criminal profiler gives insight on her thoughts in Nancy Guthrie’s dissapearanceUnited States· 2026-02-16
Michael Smerconish explores whether smartphones are spying on users.
We know our phones track us…but are they watching us?United States· 2026-02-15
CNN's Michael Smerconish breaks down the week as DHS hurls towards shutdown.
DOJ faces bipartisan backlash for tracking lawmakers’ searches of Epstein docsUnited States· 2026-02-14
Smerconish on Epstein files: Unsatisfying...but predictable.
Chef saves 78-year-old vet after he didn’t show up at restaurant for his daily gumboUnited States· 2025-12-23
Smerconish calls for 'full transparency' on US strikes on alleged drug traffickers.
Video: Trump says he is disappointed with Zelensky in peace negotiationsUnited States· 2025-12-08
Smerconish calls for 'full transparency' on US strikes on alleged drug traffickers.
‘This is a lawless Secretary of Defense’: Dem congressman pushes for Hegseth’s removalUnited States· 2025-12-08
Smerconish calls for 'full transparency' on US strikes on alleged drug traffickers.
Mockler: Trump’s FIFA Peace Prize ‘may be the most humiliating’ for the USUnited States· 2025-12-07
Smerconish calls for 'full transparency' on US strikes on alleged drug traffickers.
Smerconish calls for ‘full transparency’ on US strikes on alleged drug traffickersUnited States· 2025-12-06Michael Smerconish discusses the Epstein files and the speculation surrounding them.
Smerconish on Epstein files: ‘Resistance fuels speculation’United States· 2025-11-17
Smerconish discusses the impact of government shutdowns on the public.
Smerconish: ‘Shutdowns end when the public’s pain becomes the politicians problem’United States· 2025-11-01
Smerconish investigates why big crowds won’t beat Trump, but centrists might.
How new Democratic endorsements could impact the NYC mayoral raceUnited States· 2025-10-27
Smerconish thinks both parties are shifting to the extremes.
Smerconish thinks both parties are shifting to the extremes. Here’s whyUnited States· 2025-10-04
Michael Smerconish discusses political violence and its implications.
Smerconish: ‘These numbers tell us more about political violence than ideology ever could’United States· 2025-09-27
Smerconish looks at why young men are in crisis.
ICE acting director confirms details of shooting at Dallas ICE facilityUnited States· 2025-09-24
Smerconish looks at why young men are in crisis.
‘Long national late-nightmare is over:’ Comedians react to Kimmel’s returnUnited States· 2025-09-24
Smerconish looks at why young men are in crisis.
California bans ICE agents from wearing masks on dutyUnited States· 2025-09-22
Smerconish looks at why young men are in crisis.
Video: Trump says he was having a meeting in Oval Office when told about Kirk’s deathUnited States· 2025-09-22CNN's Michael Smerconish reports on a new Gallup poll that says for the first time since 1939, a record number of Americans are drinking and socializing less.
There’s been a drop in socializing and drinking. So, what gives?United States· 2025-08-25
Smerconish discusses the art of denial.
Video: Delta flight makes emergency landing after engine fireUnited States· 2025-07-21
Michael Smerconish discusses various political topics in his segments.
At what expense is CBS canceling its top-rated late show?United States· 2025-07-19
Michael Smerconish is involved in discussions about the politics of sex shaping Gen Z desire.
The politics of sex are shaping Gen Z desireUnited States· 2025-07-13
Michael Smerconish discusses the politics of sex shaping Gen Z desire.
What happened? How the first 48 hours of the Texas floods unfoldedUnited States· 2025-07-12
Michael Smerconish discusses whether racial and ethnic identity categories should be eliminated.
Smerconish: Should racial and ethnic identity categories be eliminated?United States· 2025-07-12CNN host Michael Smerconish argued on his show that the Trump administration had an objectively good and consequential week after several recent successes.
CNN's Smerconish says Trump has been 'on a roll' over the past weekUnited States· 2025-06-30
Michael Smerconish debates with Rep. Byron Donalds about Trump's ICE raids.
Rep. Byron Donalds: Americans do not trust Democrats to fix the borderUnited States· 2025-06-14
Michael Smerconish is a CNN host who discussed the implications of immigration protests in Los Angeles.
Video: Deadly Las Vegas shooting caught on livestreamUnited States· 2025-06-10
