Politics Mar 04 Rep. Pramila Jayapal on how Democrats will react to Trump’s address For a Democrats take on President Trump's address to Congress, we're joined by Rep. Pramila Jayapal of Washington. Jayapal, who is also chair emerita of the House Progressive Caucus, joins Amna Nawaz to discuss.
Economy Feb 26 ‘A lot of bloat’: Rep. Arrington defends GOP budget plan that slashes spending, cuts taxes When the House passed the Republican budget Tuesday night, it was an important step towards funding President Trump’s agenda. Their bill includes tax cuts totaling $4.5 trillion, spending cuts amounting to $1.5 to $2 trillion and about $3 trillion added…
Arts Feb 05 Alton Brown brings his humor to the page in book of essays, ‘Food for Thought’ Fusing cooking, chemistry and comedy, Alton Brown has made a name for himself as a TV host and Food Network fixture. His creative eye and quick wit captivated audiences of "Good Eats," "Cutthroat Kitchen” and “Iron Chef America.” Now, he…
Nation Jan 20 Juan Williams details 2nd civil rights movement in ‘New Prize for These Eyes’ In 1987, journalist Juan Williams helped illuminate the Civil Rights Movement with "Eyes on the Prize," a groundbreaking book that brought history to life and became an essential chronicle of the fight for racial equality. Nearly four decades later, he…
Politics Jan 19 Sen. Wyden offers way forward for progressives in new book ‘It Takes Chutzpah’ As Trump returns to the White House with Republicans in charge of the House and Senate, Democrats are searching for a way forward. Ron Wyden, the second-most senior Senate Democrat, offers strategies in a new book, “It Takes Chutzpah: How…
Politics Jan 16 Deb Haaland on Biden’s efforts to preserve public land and recognize Indigenous history One of the legacies President Biden leaves behind when he exits the White House is his record on conserving and protecting the country’s public lands and water. Interior Secretary Deb Haaland played a key role in implementing Biden's policies over…
Nation Jan 15 It will take a ‘bit of time’ for people to realize Biden’s achievements, Jean-Pierre says President Biden will address the nation in a farewell speech, summing up his four years in the White House and over 50 years in politics. In a letter, the president said that Americans “emerged stronger, more prosperous, and more secure”…
Politics Jan 14 Mayorkas defends Biden’s homeland security and immigration policies Immigration has been a white-hot political issue for years and helped propel Donald Trump back into the Oval Office. The incoming president has promised mass deportations and is expected to issue a slew of related executive orders soon after being…
World Jan 13 Canadian ambassador to U.S. on tensions with Trump: ‘We are prepared for any scenario’ America’s close relationship with Canada is on full display in California where Canadian firefighters and water-dropping airplanes are helping with the wildfires. The assistance comes at a unique time as President-elect Trump is threatening to impose tariffs on Canadian imports…
World Jan 13 Hostage negotiator Roger Carstens reflects on his efforts to bring detained Americans home Roger Carstens' work over the last five years as the special envoy for hostage affairs has led to the release of American hostages held by other countries. He was also part of the team that negotiated Brittney Griner’s freedom and…