David Bernhardt Is President Trump’s Most Conflicted Cabinet Nominee
The U.S. Department of the Interior nominee has the most past clients or past employers with business before the department that he would be running.
Carlos Maza and the Fox News White House
This week, Daniella and Ed sit down with Vox correspondent Carlos Maza to discuss the symbiotic relationship between Fox News and the Trump White House.
Understanding and Combating Russian and Chinese Influence Operations
Examining similarities and differences between Russian and Chinese malign foreign influence operations is key to developing shared strategies for combating them.
Military Service Members and U.S. National Security Will Pay the Price for Trump’s Manufactured Emergency
In an unconstitutional exercise of emergency authority, President Trump has threatened to divert billions of dollars away from military projects to fund an unnecessary border wall that serves few interests but his own political agenda.
Pro-Voter Reforms Were Key to Young Americans Voting in the 2018 Elections
Oregon and California’s joint Automatic Voter Registration and preregistration programs illustrate how pro-voter reforms increase voter registration and broaden civic engagement among Millennials and Generation Z.
Jon Lovett on the ‘Dumbest Criminals’ in the Trump Orbit
This week, Daniella and Ed speak with Crooked Media's Jon Lovett about turmoil in the Trump orbit, Jeff Bezos' fight against blackmail, and Virginia's political crisis.
The Conflicting States of Our Union
This week, Daniella and Ed spoke with American Progress' Kelly Magsamen and Juanita Tolliver about President Trump's State of the Union address.
Recent Political Scandals the ‘For the People Act’ Would Prevent From Recurring
Democrats in the House of Representatives are championing the For the People Act, historic legislation focused on preventing political corruption and promoting clean elections.
Why Rep. Jennifer Wexton Wants to End Shutdowns for Good
This week, Daniella and Ed sit down with freshman Rep. Jennifer Wexton (D-VA) to discuss her thoughts on the recent government shutdown.
What States Can Do to Fight Corruption and Empower Voters
State and local leaders can take action to fight back against big money and special interests—and put the public back in charge.
‘It’s a New Day’: In Conversation With Chairwoman Maxine Waters
This week, Rep. Maxine Waters discusses her top priorities in her new role as chairwoman of the U.S. House Financial Services Committee—and how she plans to hold the Trump administration accountable.
Crisis Management: An Immigration Update and Tackling Opioids with James Hamblin
In this week's episode, CAP immigration expert Phil Wolgin discusses the so-called crisis on the U.S.-Mexico border and James Hamblin joins us for his perspective on the opioid epidemic.
11 Ways New Governors Can Lead on Education Through Executive Actions
From teacher pay to school infrastructure to workforce readiness, new governors should move quickly to advance key education priorities in their states.
Fact Sheets: How the Trump Shutdown Harms States
Across the country, President Trump's shutdown has had damaging effects on vital programs and services. As he continues to hold portions of the government hostage, Trump has left hundreds of thousands of workers in financial limbo.
New Year, New Congress, Same Stupid Trump Shutdown
In 2019's first episode, Jesse Lee and Sam Berger discuss the new House majority and President Trump's government shutdown.