Mara Liasson
Stories
-
Transatlantic alliances fray as Trump threatens tariffs regarding Greenland
Attendees at Davos are steeling themselves for major disruption — not only to the local traffic thanks to heightened security, but possibly to the existing world order.
-
Politics chat: Lawmakers push back on Venezuela, ICE shooting sparks protests
A change in U.S. posture, following its military operation last weekend in Venezuela, as President Trumps talks about selling Venezuela's oil and the U.S. taking control of Greenland.
-
President Trump again is remaking the Republican Party
President Trump met with House Republicans and said his policies provide a roadmap to win the midterms. But GOP lawmakers might not view the intervention in Venezuela as something to brag about.
-
Politics chat: How Trump's MAGA supporters see the operation in Venezuela
We have analysis on President Trump's decision to topple Venezuela's leader, and how it will be viewed by his MAGA supporters.
-
What 2026 might look like for Democrats
Democrats are feeling optimistic about their chances to retake the House of Representatives next year, but they also face challenges in their efforts to push back on President Trump.
-
Trump launches fresh attacks from familiar playbook with tirade on Somali immigrants
President Trump made racist comments about Somali immigrants and Somalia multiple times this week. It's a common tactic used by the president to get attention from those who share his nativist views.
-
NPR polling shows trouble for Republicans
A new NPR poll shows trouble for Republicans as President Trump's message and approach appear to fracture independent voters.
-
Politics chat: Trump scraps tariffs under pressure, House to vote on Epstein files
We discuss President Trump's attempts to tackle affordability, and a possible House vote this week on releasing files related to the sex trafficking investigation into Jeffrey Epstein.
-
What can Democrats learn from their victories in off-year elections across the U.S.?
Democrats won in a variety of races across the country by combining an anti-Trump message with a positive message on improving affordability.
-
What elections in 2025 can tell us about next year's midterms
While no lawmakers in Washington are on the ballot, Tuesday's elections could have a big impact on the balance of power in the U.S.