Sep 13 First Alaska Native to be sworn in to Congress By Farnoush Amiri, Associated Press Last month, on her 49th birthday, Peltola, a Democrat, won the special election to finish out Young's term, besting a field of candidates that included Republican Sarah Palin, who was seeking a political comeback in the state where she was… Continue reading
Sep 12 Watch 9:31 Families scramble for aid as pandemic-era free meal program for students comes to an end By Lisa Desjardins, Karina Cuevas The new school year brings the end of universal free meals for many students. In 2020, Congress gave schools waivers to provide free breakfast and lunches regardless of income, but that expired at the start of September. Students and families… Continue watching
Sep 12 Watch 5:58 Democratic groups spend money on Republican primaries to nominate less appealing opponents By Laura Barrón-López, Tess Conciatori In primary contests in New Hampshire, money is pouring in for Republican candidates from an unusual source. Democratic groups are spending millions of dollars in an attempt to ensure their candidates face less appealing opponents in the general election. Laura… Continue watching
Sep 12 Watch 8:55 Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on the end of primary season and midterm messaging NPR’s Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join Judy Woodruff to discuss the latest political news, including what's next for Republicans and Democrats as primary season comes to a close and they turn… Continue watching
Sep 09 Watch 13:21 Capehart and Gerson on Queen Elizabeth’s political impact and new polls ahead of midterms Washington Post associate editor Jonathan Capehart and Washington Post opinion columnist Michael Gerson join Judy Woodruff to discuss the week in politics, including Queen Elizabeth's impact on the American political landscape and a look at new polls that paint a… Continue watching
Sep 08 Watch 4:20 New poll shows Americans’ views on economy heading into midterms By Lisa Desjardins A PBS NewsHour/NPR/Marist poll out Thursday is providing a new snapshot of how Americans view the economy, abortion and former President Trump ahead of November's midterm elections. Lisa Desjardins breaks down the numbers. Continue watching
Sep 07 Watch 7:04 A look at the closest midterm races that could decide control of the Senate Midterm campaigns are in full swing and both parties are vying for control over what is now an evenly-divided Senate. The 35 midterm contests this year could sway that balance of power. Jessica Taylor of the Cook Political Report with… Continue watching
Sep 06 Watch 7:02 A look at the political landscape two months out from the midterm elections As lawmakers return from their summer recess, their focus is turning to the midterm elections. Democrats currently hold a slight majority in the House and Republicans are aiming to reclaim control. But a fluid political environment impacted by a confluence… Continue watching
Sep 02 Watch 12:49 Brooks and Capehart on Biden’s criticism of Republicans, Trump document investigation New York Times columnist David Brooks and Washington Post associate editor Jonathan Capehart join Judy Woodruff to discuss the week in politics, including President Biden calling "MAGA Republicans" a direct threat to democracy, the investigation into former President Trump's handling… Continue watching
Aug 30 Watch 7:39 A closer look at President Biden’s plan to combat the increase in crime across the country By Laura Barrón-López President Biden voiced new urgency in a speech touting the recently-enacted bipartisan gun safety law and promoting funding for police. He drew a stark contrast with some Republicans who have called to defund the FBI. Crime researcher John Roman and… Continue watching