Michael Barnes discusses a generational conflict within the Democratic congressional leadership, and the Cook County, Illinois, soda tax. This segment aired on October 5, 2017.

Michael Barnes discusses the need for federal law to protect consumers and ensure that health plans cover addiction treatment, prescription drugs, and other essential benefits. This segment aired on September 21, 2017.

Michael Barnes argues President Trump’s response to Charlottesville is unacceptable and highlights that Democrats, Independents and Moderates are all upset. President Trump must make sure the American public knows he is committed to American values, and that remains unclear at this point. This segment aired on August 23, 2017.

Michael Barnes argues until there is discipline coming from the President, there will be no deal making with members of Congress and there will not be any desirable outcomes on major policy issues. He also stresses the importance of President Trump getting in line with moderate and mainstream American values. This segment aired on August 18, 2017.