Nation Jul 21 A former Democratic Party chair's plan to save democracy Ben Wikler chaired the Democratic Party of Wisconsin for six years, leading to victories in numerous key contests in the battleground state. In this episode of Settle In, Wikler talks to Geoff Benett about his new book, “This is the… By Geoff Bennett, Sam Lane
Arts Jun 11 Watch 8:06 'The Department of Revenge' explores Trump's use of DOJ to settle political scores Devlin Barrett has covered federal law enforcement for more than two decades. His new book pulls back the curtain on President Trump’s Justice Department and the way he has used it as a tool to settle political scores. Amna Nawaz… By Amna Nawaz, Stephanie Kotuby, Alexa Gold
Politics Jun 10 Watch 6:48 Survey reveals political and cultural factions shaping the midterms A new report from the Pew Research Center says American politics are not as simple as red versus blue. Pew surveyed more than 10,000 people and split the public into nine distinct groups along political and cultural values. Despite a… By Amna Nawaz, Matt Loffman, Ali Schmitz
Politics May 20 Watch 6:56 A look at Trump's grip on the GOP as his critics are ousted in primaries President Trump’s grip on the Republican Party was on display in primaries across the country, with several Trump critics losing after the president targeted their campaigns. Amna Nawaz discussed more with Melik Abdul, a Republican strategist and media consultant. By Amna Nawaz, Ali Schmitz
May 20 Watch 4:49 Soman Chainani and Amna Nawaz discuss politics for young Americans on 'Settle In' By Amna Nawaz, Sam Lane, Emily Carpeaux Author Soman Chainani is best known for his young adult series, "The School for Good and Evil," which went on to become a hugely popular movie on Netflix. Chainani's latest book, "Young World," is a political thriller about a teenager… Continue watching
May 14 Watch 9:21 How reality TV stars seeking office are changing politics By Ali Rogin, Matt Loffman Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, his wife and their children filmed a reality show that is set to be released in the lead-up to the nation’s 250th anniversary. It is a return to form for the Duffys, who first met filming… Continue watching
May 12 Nebraska Democrats face off in House primary for the state's 'blue dot' district By Margery A. Beck, Steve Peoples, Associated Press The fate of Nebraska’s “blue dot” will play prominently as Democratic voters select a congressional nominee in the state’s 2nd District. Continue reading
Apr 28 How extremism affected this small American town By Amna Nawaz Journalist Michael Edison Hayden spent years tracking extremism in America. In this episode of Settle in, he talks with Amna Nawaz about his new book, “Strange People on the Hill,” about what happened when a far-right group moved its headquarters… Continue reading
Apr 14 The candidates still in the running for California governor By Trân Nguyễn, Associated Press The race for California governor has been upended this week by Rep. Eric Swalwell's abrupt exit. Continue reading