# Asa Hutchinson
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William asa hutchinson II (born December 3, 1950) is an American businessman, attorney, and politician, serving since 2015 as the 46th governor of Arkansas. Previously he was U.S. Attorney for the Fort Smith-based Western District of Arkansas, U.S. Congressman from the Third District of Arkansas, Administrator of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), and the first Undersecretary for Border & Transportation Security at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
In 2006, Hutchinson was the Republican nominee for governor of Arkansas, but was defeated by Democratic nominee Mike Beebe, the outgoing state attorney general.
Daily Newscast for Thursday, May 7, 2026
Here's the latest local and regional news from the Little Rock Public Radio Newsroom for Thursday, May 7, 2026.
- Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders signed new state income tax cuts into law on Wednesday
- State officials have revoked the certification of a former West Memphis police officer after he wa…
Arkansas 2A Sanctuary Bill Gets Green Light From Governor
After vetoing the original bill, Gov. Asa Hutchinson says he'll sign a revised bill that was approved by lawmakers in the waning hours of the legislative session. Cam takes a look at the changes, and what they mean for gun owners in the Natural State.
Public Health in a Divided America: A Conversation with Asa Hutchinson
What happens when public health becomes politicized? In this episode, hosts Rebecca Alvania, PhD, MA, MPH, and Robert H. Hopkins, Jr., MD, are joined by former Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson for a wide-ranging conversation on public health leadership, vaccine confidence, and crisis communication.…
Asa Hutchinson on Arkansas, Trump, AI & What Comes Next
Former Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson joins Andy McNeill for a wide-ranging conversation about public service, leadership and where Arkansas, and the country, go from here.Hutchinson reflects on growing up on a farm near Gravette, the lessons he learned from his parents, his early career as the natio…
Ep. 47 - Executive Priorities: Tackling Deficits and Global Threats with Asa Hutchinson
Political gridlock and exploding national deficits are threatening the future of American stability. With the federal debt hovering around $40 trillion and global power vacuums demanding decisive leadership, finding pragmatic, bipartisan solutions has never been more urgent. Former Arkansas Governo…
Ep. 48 - Balancing Law & Liberty: Drug Policy, Borders, and Foreign Crises with Asa Hutchinson
Balancing public safety, economic demand, and international stability requires more than simple political slogans. As federal drug policy shifts and global tensions strain military resources, understanding how high-level decisions are executed matters now more than ever. Former Arkansas Governor an…
The JV Republican Debate (Preview)
The Republican candidates try to figure out how to debate when the front-runner isn't on stage. The Bulkwark's Tim Miller joins the pod to talk about prep, bad candidates, and whether it's too late for anyone to consolidate the anti-Trump Republican vote. Plus, Vivek Ramaswamy's tennis moves, and o…
What Happened At The First 2024 Republican Primary Debate
All the candidates except former New Jersey governor Chris Christie and former Arkansas governor Asa Hutchinson said they would support Donald Trump if he secures the nomination — even if he is criminally convicted on any of the charges he is facing.Businessman Vivek Ramaswamy and former vice presi…
Trump's Opponents Debate Tomorrow — He Says He Won't Show Up
North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum, former New Jersey governor Chris Christie, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, former South Carolina governor Nikki Haley, former Arkansas governor Asa Hutchinson, former vice president Mike Pence, entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy and Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina will particip…
Moving Past Outrage Politics - Asa Hutchinson
Former Governor of Arkansas, and Republican presidential candidate, Asa Hutchinson joins John and Brent to discuss politics.
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