Panel Discussion Upcoming SessionApril 29, 2026 Panel Discussion A panel discussion with representatives from the Center for American Progress, the AFL-CIO Tech Institute, the Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, Public Citizen, and Public Knowledge for a discussion about why state preemption of AI, child safety, and privacy laws is not the path forward for meaningful AI legislation and what real issues must be prioritized in any meaningful federal AI legislation. Online only Apr 29, 2026
State Climate Action in 2026: How States Are Delivering Real Benefits Through Climate and Clean Energy Policy ReportApril 24, 2026 State Climate Action in 2026: How States Are Delivering Real Benefits Through Climate and Clean Energy Policy As the Trump administration drives up costs and creates new challenges, states are making timely decisions on infrastructure and accountability, advancing policies that tackle climate change, lower energy bills, improve air quality, and support good-paying clean energy jobs. Apr 24, 2026 Frederick Bell
State-by-State Increases in Gas Prices Since Trump’s War on Iran ArticleApril 23, 2026 State-by-State Increases in Gas Prices Since Trump’s War on Iran Gasoline prices have risen sharply since before the war, costing drivers across the United States about $38 more per month. Apr 23, 2026 Emily Gee
Virginia takes two steps toward fairer elections NewsletterApril 22, 2026 Virginia takes two steps toward fairer elections The ceasefire was extended, but the global crisis is already here Apr 22, 2026
‘Carville: Winning Is Everything, Stupid’: A Reel Progress Screening Past EventApril 22, 2026 ‘Carville: Winning Is Everything, Stupid’: A Reel Progress Screening A Reel Progress screening and exclusive conversation with political strategist James Carville. Center for American Progress 1333 H Street NW Washington, DC 20005 Apr 22, 2026
Trump’s War of Choice With Iran Threatens a Global Hunger and Health Crisis ArticleApril 22, 2026 Trump’s War of Choice With Iran Threatens a Global Hunger and Health Crisis President Trump’s war of choice is generating a devastating food and health crisis, made far worse by his administration’s gutting of the global humanitarian system. Apr 22, 2026 Jessica Keller, Ryan Mulholland
Trump and Congressional Republicans’ Plan To Pump More Money Into ICE and Border Patrol Is a Missed Opportunity To Help Americans ArticleApril 21, 2026 Trump and Congressional Republicans’ Plan To Pump More Money Into ICE and Border Patrol Is a Missed Opportunity To Help Americans Rather than funneling more money into immigration enforcement and border protection, Congress should be ensuring Americans can afford basic necessities such as health care and groceries. Apr 21, 2026 Bobby Kogan
Why Alaska and U.S. Territories Get Damage, Not Dollars, From Deep-Sea Mining ArticleApril 21, 2026 Why Alaska and U.S. Territories Get Damage, Not Dollars, From Deep-Sea Mining The Trump administration is advancing deep-sea mining in U.S. waters near the Pacific territories and Alaska, a process Indigenous leaders have identified as "resource colonialism" due to its prioritization of corporate interests, the permanent ecological damage it causes, and the fact that its profits flow outward to shareholders while providing no economic benefits to communities struggling with high costs, precarious jobs, and faltering public services. Apr 21, 2026 Angelo Villagomez, Mark Haggerty
The one question Trump’s Fed chair nominee must answer In the NewsApril 20, 2026 The one question Trump’s Fed chair nominee must answer In an op-ed published by MS NOW, Jared Bernstein urges Congress to probe Federal Reserve chairman nominee Kevin Warsh on whether he is willing to stand up to President Donald Trump and maintain Fed independence. Apr 20, 2026 MS NOW Jared Bernstein
Voters’ Response to Messaging Ahead of ICE Reconciliation Funding Bill ArticleApril 20, 2026 Voters’ Response to Messaging Ahead of ICE Reconciliation Funding Bill Assessing the support for hypothetical messaging ahead of congressional Republicans’ effort to provide tens of billions of dollars in new funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Protection. Apr 20, 2026
The Human and Environmental Costs of the War in Iran ReportApril 20, 2026 The Human and Environmental Costs of the War in Iran Civilians have suffered devastating health and environmental costs as a result of the U.S. and Israeli war with Iran, from mass displacement and polluted air and water to long-term health risks for future generations. Apr 20, 2026 Kalina Gibson, Dawn Le, Ariana Sharghi
Stabilizing and Strengthening State Funding for Public Higher Education After the Big Beautiful Bill ReportApril 20, 2026 Stabilizing and Strengthening State Funding for Public Higher Education After the Big Beautiful Bill Despite steep federal funding cuts in the Big Beautiful Bill, states can continue to support public higher education by creating progressive state tax revenue streams and strengthening rainy day funds to support postsecondary student success and degree completion. Apr 20, 2026 Sara Partridge
An EU-China bridge is designed to crumble In the NewsApril 20, 2026 An EU-China bridge is designed to crumble In an op-ed published by Euractiv, Robert Benson explains why Europe should not let its prosperity be contingent on Beijing’s tolerance. Apr 20, 2026 Euractiv Robert Benson
The Iran War Is a Win for China In the NewsApril 17, 2026 The Iran War Is a Win for China Andrew Miller and Michael Clark outline why the Trump administration's war in Iran benefits China. Apr 17, 2026 Foreign Affairs Andrew Miller, Michael Clark
Abortion is a Religious Freedom: Opinion In the NewsApril 16, 2026 Abortion is a Religious Freedom: Opinion In an op-ed for Rewire News Group, Sally Steenland argues that abortion bans violate the constitutional right to religious freedom. Apr 16, 2026 Rewire News Group Sally Steenland
Americans are still paying for Trump’s war in Iran—ceasefire or not NewsletterApril 15, 2026 Americans are still paying for Trump’s war in Iran—ceasefire or not And Trump’s lie about your tax refund Apr 15, 2026
Federal and State Policy Outlook for Community Colleges Past EventApril 15, 2026 Federal and State Policy Outlook for Community Colleges Join the CAP and the Community Colleges Coalition to explore how community colleges are adapting to new federal and state policies. Online via Zoom Apr 15, 2026
In Conversation Upcoming SessionApril 22, 2026 In Conversation A moderated conversation between James Carville and CAP's Frederick Bell Apr 22, 2026
The Trump Administration’s Policies Have Hurt Growth, Jobs, and Prices ArticleApril 15, 2026 The Trump Administration’s Policies Have Hurt Growth, Jobs, and Prices A new macroeconomic simulation suggests that the Trump administration’s agenda has generated slower growth, fewer jobs, and faster inflation. Apr 15, 2026 Jared Bernstein
Climate Change Is Here—and America’s Most Marginalized Communities Are on the Front Lines ArticleApril 15, 2026 Climate Change Is Here—and America’s Most Marginalized Communities Are on the Front Lines After Typhoon Sinlaku devastated the Northern Mariana Islands Tuesday, it is clear that climate change is already here—and hitting marginalized U.S. communities first. What comes next must be a commitment to resilience, preparedness, and equitable recovery. Apr 15, 2026 Angelo Villagomez, Devon Lespier
Exporting MAGA Ideology: Why Orbán’s Loss Doesn’t End the Threat Posed by the Extreme Right ArticleApril 14, 2026 Exporting MAGA Ideology: Why Orbán’s Loss Doesn’t End the Threat Posed by the Extreme Right Viktor Orbán’s defeat in Hungary dealt a real blow to MAGA’s international project, but it will not stop the Trump administration from using American power to promote far-right allies abroad. Apr 14, 2026 Damian Murphy, Robert Benson
Orbán’s Defeat in the Hungarian Election Signals a Blow to the Global Authoritarian Movement ArticleApril 14, 2026 Orbán’s Defeat in the Hungarian Election Signals a Blow to the Global Authoritarian Movement Viktor Orbán’s defeat in Hungary signals a repudiation of corrupt governance and a blow for the global authoritarian movement—including Trump. Apr 14, 2026 Robert Benson, Gréta Bedekovics
CAP Urges the Department of Education To Strengthen Safeguards for Workforce Pell Grants and Protect Students From Low-Value Programs ArticleApril 14, 2026 CAP Urges the Department of Education To Strengthen Safeguards for Workforce Pell Grants and Protect Students From Low-Value Programs The Center for American Progress submitted comments to the Department of Education to ensure the program is accountable and valuable to students. Apr 14, 2026 Madison Weiss
The Trump Administration’s $1,000 Tax Refund Promise Falls Short by $665 ArticleApril 14, 2026 The Trump Administration’s $1,000 Tax Refund Promise Falls Short by $665 IRS data show that tax refunds, which naturally fluctuate year to year, are up only $346 after the Trump administration repeatedly promised that they would increase by “$1,000 or more.” Apr 14, 2026 Corey Husak