Bill Scher, the Washington Monthly politics editor, and Matt Lewis, columnist for the Los Angeles Times and The Hill, have been discussing politics on their online show and podcast “The DMZ” for nearly 20 years. Today they brought their show to Substack Live and discussed the Joe Kent resignation, the nomination of Senator Markwayne Mullin to lead the Homeland Security Department, the Democratic Party’s chances in the upcoming midterms, and Trump’s threats to leave NATO. Check out the show in the video above.
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Joe Kent: Man of Principle or Antisemitic Conspiracy Theorist?
On this week's edition of "The DMZ," Bill Scher and Matt Lewis discuss Joe Kent, DHS nominee Markwayne Mullin, Trump's threats to leave NATO, and the midterms.
Mar 20, 2026
Washington Monthly
Politics, policy and fresh ideas from the Washington Monthly, an independent magazine founded in 1969. Our mission: To support a strong democracy and good governance through honest journalism and thoughtful commentary. Hosts: Anne Kim and Garrett Epps.
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