Politics Aug 22 ‘Georgia is very much in play’ for Harris, says Sen. Warnock. Here’s why Georgia is one of a handful of states that could determine the winner of the 2024 presidential election. Geoff Bennett speaks with Sen. Raphael Warnock, D-Ga., at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago for more.
Politics Aug 21 Rep. Clyburn reflects on the historical through line between Obama, Biden and Harris Few Democrats are as influential or as politically powerful as South Carolina Congressman James Clyburn. A longtime ally of President Joe Biden, Rep. Clyburn was quick to throw his support behind Kamala Harris as the Democratic presidential nominee, a move…
Politics Aug 20 Michigan Rep. Slotkin on what issues are driving crucial Midwest voters Michigan is among this election’s crucial battleground states, part of the Democrats’ so-called “blue wall” in the Midwest. The stakes are even higher this cycle with a highly competitive and closely watched Senate race in the state. Amna Nawaz speaks…
Politics Jul 18 Okla. Gov. Stitt says GOP is ‘clearly behind Trump’ and has ‘never been more unified’ Gov. Kevin Stitt of Oklahoma endorsed former President Trump after his first choice, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, dropped out of the primary race earlier this year. Stitt joined Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett at the Republican National Convention to discuss…
Politics Jul 16 Rep. D’Esposito says Republicans are ’embracing the youth’ with Vance on ticket A number of candidates and lawmakers up for reelection are slated to speak Tuesday evening at the Republican National Convention. Rep. Anthony D'Esposito of New York is a former police officer and his reelection is key to Republican efforts to…
Politics Jul 16 Carson says he ‘would love to see’ nationwide abortion ban but now it’s up to states Dr. Ben Carson served as the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development in Donald Trump's administration, and he is one of only a handful of cabinet members still in the former president's orbit. Geoff Bennett spoke with Carson ahead of…
Nation Jul 06 Big donors signal desire for Biden to leave the race as he doubles down on staying in President Biden is facing more calls for him to exit the 2024 race after last week’s disappointing debate performance. Although Biden said in a television interview Friday that he does not plan on dropping out, major Democratic donors and members…
Nation Jun 29 Frequent gun violence near school grounds harms millions of kids, analysis finds From 2014 to 2023, communities across the U.S. saw more than 188,000 shootings within 500 yards of a school, an average of 57 shootings per day, according to a new analysis by The Trace. The report found that in 2023…
Arts Jun 16 How Raina Telgemeier’s graphic novels teach kids it’s OK to have ‘big feelings’ Graphic novelist Raina Telgemeier has been described as “like the Beatles for teenagers.” Her popular books depict feelings and emotions young people may not want to talk about with adults, like adolescent anxiety, loneliness and embarrassment. John Yang sits down…
Nation Jun 15 Why U.S. domestic workers have fewer labor protections than other employees In many American households, domestic workers like nannies, housekeepers and home health aides perform essential tasks. But they also have fewer rights and protections than most U.S. workers. Oxfam senior researcher Caitlin Henderson joins Ali Rogin to discuss.