Politics Jul 15 JD Vance’s evolution from Trump critic to running mate Amid a tumultuous week, Donald Trump officially tapped freshman Ohio Sen. JD Vance to join him on the Republican ticket as his running mate. Vance, a relative newcomer to politics, rose to fame in 2016 with his memoir, "Hillbilly Elegy,"…
Politics Jul 15 DeWine on Vance: ‘His life experiences are unique’ and will relate with voters Donald Trump picked Ohio Sen. JD Vance to be his running mate. To further discuss Vance and the selection, Geoff Bennett sat down with Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine.
Politics Jul 15 What’s next for Justice Department after Trump’s classified documents case dismissed Judge Aileen Cannon’s dismissal of the classified documents case against former President Trump is his second major legal victory in weeks. In a 93-page ruling, Cannon said the appointment of special counsel Jack Smith, who is overseeing the case, was…
Politics Jul 15 Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on what Vance brings to Trump’s campaign NPR’s Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join Geoff Bennett and Amna Nawaz in Milwaukee to discuss the latest political news, including the assassination attempt against Donald Trump, the reaction from President Biden…
Nation Jul 14 As RNC looms, what to know about the political fallout of the Trump rally shooting As lawmakers and delegates gather in Milwaukee for the Republican National Convention this week to officially nominate Trump for the 2024 presidential race, what was meant to be a celebration has taken on a different tone in the wake of…
Politics Jul 12 Inside the Trump campaign’s strategy to seize on Biden’s missteps A new report in The Atlantic offers a rare, behind-the-scenes look at Donald Trump's reelection effort. Staff writer Tim Alberta embedded with the campaign this past spring and spoke with Trump campaign co-managers Susie Wiles and Chris LaCivita for an…
Politics Jul 12 Brooks and Capehart on Biden’s battle to stay in the race New York Times columnist David Brooks and Washington Post associate editor Jonathan Capehart join Geoff Bennett to discuss the week in politics, including President Biden's struggles within the Democratic Party and who Trump may announce as his running mate at…
Arts Jul 12 Symphony celebrates NATO’s 75th anniversary with music from member nations A symphony orchestra at the Library of Congress commemorated NATO’s 75th anniversary with an evening of music from its member countries. The songs symbolize hope and solidarity in trying times. Geoff Bennett has a look and a listen for our…
Politics Jul 11 Democratic strategist warns changing presidential nominee ‘is not cost-free’ Three of President Biden’s top political advisers met with Senate Democrats behind closed doors to address concerns over his political future. Some lawmakers expressed skepticism before and after the meeting. Geoff Bennett spoke with Democratic strategist Philippe Reines for more…
Politics Jul 10 New polls show Biden slipping further behind Trump in critical swing states Adding to Democratic concerns about President Biden's candidacy, new data forecasts an electoral map leaning more heavily towards Donald Trump. To walk us through these new numbers and the current electoral landscape, Geoff Bennett spoke with Amy Walter of the…