Politics Oct 15 Democratic and GOP strategists on the political fallout of the government shutdown By Geoff Bennett, Jonah Anderson
World Aug 19 Watch 7:14 Russian propaganda finds sympathetic ears among U.S. religious right Over the last decade, we've charted Russian propaganda efforts to affect elections in the U.S. and overseas. Russian President Vladimir Putin is trying to portray himself and Russia as defenders of Christian and so-called "traditional" values. As special correspondent Simon… By Simon Ostrovsky, Katia Patin
Politics Jul 23 Watch 7:55 GOP and Democratic strategists analyze renewed focus on Trump’s connection with Epstein President Trump marked his sixth month in office this week, touting his policy agenda and transformation of the federal government. But he also faces a public skeptical of his biggest accomplishments and a growing focus on his relationship with Jeffrey… By Amna Nawaz, Ali Schmitz
Politics May 26 Watch 3:20 How young Democratic candidates are pushing to redefine the party’s future Young Democratic candidates are launching primary bids for national office in hopes of charting a new path forward for a party in disarray. We hear from three of those candidates, Mallory McMorrow, Jake Rakov and Kat Abughazaleh, about what they… By Laura Barrón-López, Doug Adams, Shrai Popat, Taylor Bowie
Politics Jan 09 Watch 4:25 GOP lawmakers take early steps to implement Trump’s agenda The Republican majority is closing out the first week of the new Congress ready to push through President-elect Trump's agenda and on the cusp of passing its first law. Congressional correspondent Lisa Desjardins reports on that bill and the broader… By Lisa Desjardins, Kyle Midura
Jan 06 Watch 7:22 Congress certifies Trump’s election win 4 years after Capitol riot By Lisa Desjardins, Kyle Midura, Shrai Popat Congress formally certified the reelection of former President Donald Trump on Monday. It was a routine procedural moment, a striking contrast to the violent insurrection of Jan. 6 four years ago. Congressional correspondent Lisa Desjardins reports. Continue watching
Nov 29 Watch 5:39 Thousands protest in Georgia after government suspends EU bid By Nick Schifrin, Sonia Kopelev, Lachlan Hyatt The ruling party of the country of Georgia has suspended talks to join the European Union, a decision that the opposition calls the culmination of a pro-Russian effort to rig recent parliamentary elections and turn the former Soviet Republic back… Continue watching
Oct 25 Read the heavily redacted police report describing a Trump staffer altercation at Arlington National Cemetery By Lolita C. Baldor, Associated Press The U.S. Army has released an almost entirely redacted version of the police report describing when a staffer for Donald Trump's campaign reportedly shoved an Arlington National Cemetery employee who was trying to prevent them from photographing a ceremony to… Continue reading
Oct 24 Watch 5:47 New book ‘The Price of Power’ explores the complex legacy of Mitch McConnell By Geoff Bennett, Ali Schmitz Mitch McConnell is the longest-serving Senate leader in history and set to step down from that position next month. Over nearly two decades, he has become one of the most consequential and powerful senators in history. Geoff Bennett sat down… Continue watching
Sep 15 Watch 7:57 Do celebrity endorsements matter? A look at the role of pop stars in modern politics By Lisa Desjardins, Zoie Lambert Pop culture and politics have a history of crossover. These intersections take on new significance during an election year, but how important are celebrity endorsements of candidates, and do they actually make a difference in voters’ minds? Lisa Desjardins speaks… Continue watching