Tom Tillis
Mentioned in 60 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
A Republican Senator from North Carolina, he has emerged as a rare GOP critic of Trump policies, notably defending Federal Reserve Chair Powell against the administration's investigation and blocking Fed chair confirmations in response. Tillis has also publicly opposed certain Trump-backed initiatives and expressed concerns about ICE enforcement operations and their messaging impact, positioning himself as a potential swing vote on key congressional matters. His willingness to break with party leadership on select issues and his seat on the Senate Banking Committee make him a frequent subject of political podcast discussions.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
Law and Chaos · Jun 16, 2026
Ep 237 — A Slush Fund By Any Other Name Would Still Reek
“Threatened to block Fed chair nominee Kevin Warsh confirmation unless Pirro dropped Powell investigation; forced Pirro to abandon appeal”
The Lawfare Podcast · Jun 12, 2026
Rational Security: The “Forbidden Fruit” Edition
“Republican senator identified as potential swing vote on Blanche confirmation; co-sponsor of legislation to kill weaponization fund”
The Michael Knowles Show · Jun 4, 2026
California Tea Party, America's Browning & Putin's Pilgrims
“North Carolina Senate race; Trump administration conflict discussed as vulnerability”
The Bulwark Podcast · Jun 2, 2026
Derek Thompson: The Party of Vicemaxxing
“Mentioned as lame duck Republican showing more willingness to push back on Trump initiatives”
The Daily · May 14, 2026
A New Leader — and a New Showdown — at the Fed
“Retiring Republican senator who blocked Warsh confirmation until Powell investigation was dropped”
NPR News Now · Apr 27, 2026
NPR News: 04-27-2026 8AM EDT
“North Carolina Senator who demanded Powell probe be dropped; conditioned support for Kevin Warsh Fed nomination”
Wall Street Breakfast · Apr 27, 2026
Budget airlines seek government aid
“Discussed Kevin Warsh confirmation and Jay Powell's potential departure on NBC Meet the Press”
Morning Brew Daily · Apr 27, 2026
Musk v. Altman Trial Begins & Adidas’ Supershoe Powers Sub-2Hr Marathoners
“Key deciding vote on Senate Banking Committee; willing to end blockade of Kevin Warsh nomination”
Bloomberg Daybreak: US Edition · Apr 27, 2026
DC Gala Attack Latest, US-Iran Talks at Stalemate
“Dropped blockade of Warsh's Fed nomination after Justice Department ended criminal probe into Powell”
Bloomberg Law · Apr 26, 2026
Weekend Law: Powell Probe Dropped, SCOTUS & Religion in Schools
“Opposed Pirro's investigation and blocked Warsh confirmation until investigation was closed”
CNBC's "Fast Money" · Apr 24, 2026
Intel Posts Best Day Since 1987 and Counting Down to Big Tech Results 4/24/26
“Blocking Warsh confirmation pending Fed independence assurances; has not commented on DOJ decision”
Marketplace · Apr 24, 2026
When does AI become a spending suck?
“Requested investigation closure as condition for approving Trump's Fed nominees”
Energy Empire · Apr 24, 2026
Bonus Episode: Former EPA Administrator Michael Regan on Data Centers and Public Health (Recorded at UNC Clean Tech Summit)
“Republican Senator who introduced Regan to Senate for EPA Administrator confirmation”
Bloomberg Intelligence · Apr 24, 2026
DOJ Drops Powell Probe, Smoothing Path for Warsh to Lead Fed
“Key vote holder on Warsh nomination; his Twitter feed being monitored for confirmation signals”
Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis · Apr 22, 2026
The O'Reilly Update, April 22, 2026
“Republican senator on Senate Banking Committee holding decisive vote on Warsh nomination pending DOJ investigation conclusion”
Morning Brew Daily · Apr 22, 2026
Fed Nom Kevin Warsh Faces Congressional Heat & Trump Wants to Save Spirit Air
“Banking Committee member; vowed to hold up Warsh nomination until Trump drops DOJ investigation into Powell”
Up First from NPR · Apr 22, 2026
Trump Extends Ceasefire Indefinitely, VA Redistricting Results, Warsh Fed Hearing
“Blocking Warsh nomination vote until Justice Department drops investigation of Federal Reserve”
The Rubin Report · Apr 22, 2026
Unexpected Iran Ceasefire Move, Fed Fight Intensifies, Dem Resigns in Scandal | 4/22/26 FIRST LOOK
“Suggested he may not support Warsh confirmation unless DOJ drops investigation into Powell”
The World and Everything In It · Apr 22, 2026
4.22.26 The Federal Reserve nomination, the surgical backlog in Ethiopia, and relationships with a transient workforce
“Threatened to block Warsh confirmation unless Trump administration drops criminal investigation into Fed Chair Powell”
The Powers That Be: Daily · Apr 22, 2026
Wall Street’s Iran Bump
“Mentioned as blocking Trump's Fed chair nominee due to investigation into Fed building renovation”
Squawk Pod · Apr 21, 2026
President Trump: We’re Going to End Up with A Great Deal 4/21/26
“Pledged to keep Warsh nomination blocked while Justice Department case against Powell exists”
The Headlines · Apr 21, 2026
Labor Secretary Resigns Amid Scandals, and F.B.I. Director Sues Over Drinking Claims
“Called for better congressional vetting of administration nominees following cabinet instability”
Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov · Apr 17, 2026
Hormuz Confusion Grows — Trump Digs in on Blockade as Iran Calls the Shots
“Expected to confirm Todd Blanche despite Trump claiming he's no longer a senator; represents GOP confirmation pattern”
Louder with Crowder · Apr 15, 2026
They Want You to Forget About The SAVE Act: Time to Call Out the RINOS
“Named as RINO opposing SAVE Act passage”
Congressional Dish · Apr 10, 2026
CD336: SAVE America from Easily Voting
“Republican Senator refusing to use procedural tricks to overcome filibuster on SAVE America Act”
Pivot · Apr 10, 2026
Iran Ceasefire Uncertainty, Democratic Wins, and Musk vs. Altman
“Confirmed Hegseth despite concerns; now speaking out against Trump; criticized for delayed accountability”
Pivot · Mar 31, 2026
Iran Quagmire Questions, SpaceX IPO Plans, and The White House App
“Retiring Republican expressing distaste for Iran escalation; criticizing Trump advisors rather than president”
Bannon`s War Room · Mar 17, 2026
WarRoom Battleground EP 970: Massive Throw Down In Senate Over SAVE ACT Cont; Joe Kent Resigns
“North Carolina Senator; announced opposition to SAVE Act procedural vote; one of two Republicans blocking initial passage.”
Bannon`s War Room · Mar 17, 2026
Episode 5224: Massive Throw Down In Senate Over SAVE ACT
“North Carolina Senator; reportedly signaled opposition to SAVE Act by not attending rules vote”
Bannon`s War Room · Mar 10, 2026
Episode 5205: Iran Lays Mines IOn The Strait Of Hormuz; Warmongering Graham Wants To Send Your Family To Iran
“North Carolina Senator identified as holdout on Save America Act co-sponsorship and filibuster reform vote”
Letters from an American · Mar 6, 2026
Trump Blusters But Faces Setbacks at Home
“Republican Senator from North Carolina who called for Noem's resignation over FEMA mishandling”
Morning Wire · Mar 4, 2026
Trump's Iran Messaging Struggle & SCOTUS Backs Parents | 3.4.26
“North Carolina Senator identified as potential swing vote on Iran congressional resolution”
Morning Wire · Mar 3, 2026
Evening Wire: Iran’s Navy Devastated & Wyoming Trucking Crackdown | 3.3.26
“North Carolina GOP Senator retiring, leaving seat open for 2026 election”
NPR News Now · Mar 3, 2026
NPR News: 03-03-2026 5PM EST
“North Carolina Senator who announced resignation last year, creating open seat race”
O'Connor & Company · Feb 27, 2026
PARAMOUNT WINS BIDDING WAR WITH NETFLIX OVER WARNER DISCOVERY, SENATORS HAVE TIME FOR DOG PARADE BUT NOT SAVE ACT VOTE, POLLS SHOW AMERICANS BACK TRUMP'S POLICIES AT SOTU
“Republican senator; SAVE Act sponsor; criticized for participating in dog parade instead of advancing election security bill”
Morning Joe · Feb 27, 2026
'Republicans keep making things worse for themselves': Joe reacts to Hillary Clinton's deposition
“Republican Senator from North Carolina expressing concern about withheld Epstein documents”
Bulwark Takes · Feb 24, 2026
Trump’s War on Republican “Traitors”
“Republican senator from North Carolina; defended Powell against Trump's investigation; Trump threatened his Senate seat”
Political Gabfest · Feb 12, 2026
LIVE from Washington, DC!
“Republican Senator; speaking out against attempt to indict Congressional members”
The Find Out Podcast · Feb 10, 2026
Susan Rice on Trump’s Lawlessness, U.S. Allies, and the Economic Fallout
“Republican senator identified as one of few GOP members publicly opposing Trump policies”
The NPR Politics Podcast · Feb 9, 2026
The midterm map is beginning to take shape
“North Carolina Senator; identified as rare remaining Trump critic in Republican leadership”
Prof G Markets · Feb 3, 2026
Why Markets Aren’t Scared of Kevin Warsh
“Republican senator blocking Fed chair confirmation until DOJ lawsuit against Powell is resolved”
The NPR Politics Podcast · Feb 2, 2026
Trump’s efforts to control the Fed may jeopardize new chair’s confirmation
“Republican Senator from North Carolina on Senate Banking Committee; blocking Worsh confirmation until DOJ investigation resolved.”
Up First from NPR · Jan 31, 2026
More Epstein Files Released; Government Shutdown; New Winter Storm
“North Carolina Republican senator expressing concern that immigration enforcement issues undermine border security messaging”
Ceasefire · Jan 31, 2026
Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt (R) & San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria (D)
“Republican Senator; expressed concerns about ICE operations and enforcement approach”
The Journal. · Jan 30, 2026
Who Is the New Fed Chair?
“Republican Senator from North Carolina blocking Fed confirmations until Powell DOJ investigation is resolved”
The NPR Politics Podcast · Jan 30, 2026
Another government shutdown looms -- what you need to know
“Republican Senator from North Carolina expressing concern that ICE incidents are damaging Trump's immigration messaging and credibility”
The Matt Walsh Show · Jan 30, 2026
Ep. 1726 - The Solution To The Immigration Problem That No One Is Talking About
“Republican Senator from North Carolina criticizing DHS Secretary, adopting Democratic position on immigration”
Up First from NPR · Jan 30, 2026
Senate Funding Deal, Border Czar Homan In Minnesota, Georgia Election Ballots Seized
“North Carolina Senator calling for Homeland Security Secretary resignation and independent investigations”
Radio Atlantic · Jan 29, 2026
Tim Walz Fears a Fort Sumter Moment in Minneapolis
“Republican official Walz served with who may be reconsidering support for federal enforcement operations”
The NPR Politics Podcast · Jan 28, 2026
Internal review contradicts Trump administration on Alex Pretti shooting
“Republican Senator from North Carolina; criticized Kristi Noem's performance as DHS Secretary”