Ahead of the Iowa caucuses, Bill and Matt discuss the state of the GOP primary race, including this week's primary debate. Can Nikki Haley win New Hamsphire, and will that even matter? Next, they discuss Speaker Mike Johnson's attempts to avoid a government shutdown, and whether Joe Biden is capable of driving a positive message.

Matt Lewis and Bill Scher dive into the latest political firestorm on The DMZ podcast (Aug 13, 2025). From Trump’s unfulfilled promises on the Epstein files, ending the Russia-Ukraine war, and lowering grocery prices, to the controversial federalization of DC’s police and Texas gerrymandering, they unpack how Trump’s chaotic leadership style fuels spectacle over substance. Are tariffs driving up costs? Is DC crime as bad as claimed? Will Texas redistricting backfire? Get the facts and analysis here.

Join Matt Lewis and Bill Scher in The DMZ, as they dive into the latest political firestorm surrounding the Epstein files and Congress's unexpected summer recess.

Discover how Democrats leveraged GOP divisions to delay key votes, the impact of the Epstein scandal on Trump's base, and what it means for the future of bipartisan spending deals.

Plus, a nostalgic look at 1980s icons like Hulk Hogan, Ozzy Osbourne, and Malcolm-Jamal Warner. Don’t miss this insightful episode of DMZ!