Mara Liasson appears in the following:
Trump Dismisses New Guilty Plea By Former Lawyer Michael Cohen
Thursday, November 29, 2018
President Trump dismissed the new guilty plea by his ex-lawyer Michael Cohen. It comes as he heads to the G-20 meeting in Argentina where he formerly scheduled to meet with Russian President Putin.
Week In Politics: U.S. Asylum System
Sunday, November 25, 2018
NPR's Mara Liasson discusses the week in politics with host Sacha Pfeiffer - including President Trump's latest reported effort to change the US asylum system.
President Trump's Latest Political Responses
Sunday, November 18, 2018
From the fires in California to new revelations about the killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, we discuss the political responses of President Trump.
Trump's Continued Claims Of Fraud Without Evidence Undermine Legitimacy Of Elections
Tuesday, November 13, 2018
President Trump and GOP leaders in Florida have been raising doubts about the process of counting votes, claiming fraud without evidence. That can have a corrosive effect on democratic institutions.
President Trump's Visit To France Creates Further Distance With European Allies
Sunday, November 11, 2018
It's been a wild time for President Trump post-midterms. After a combative week with the press, he went to France, where he separated himself further from European allies.
Democrats Have The House And A Big Decision To Make: Should They Try To Impeach Trump?
Thursday, November 08, 2018
Democrats now have the power to move forward on impeaching President Trump. But whether to do so is a major political conundrum that party leaders are reluctant to wade into.
Midterm Results: Democrats Take Back Control Of The House
Wednesday, November 07, 2018
Democrats have retaken the House in Tuesday's elections and more than 100 women have been elected to Congress. Meanwhile, Republicans consolidated their control of the Senate.
What To Look For As Big Races This Midterm Continue To Be Decided
Tuesday, November 06, 2018
As polls across the country close, a look at some early results and a look ahead to the big races yet to be decided.
First Polls Close In 2018 Midterm Elections
Tuesday, November 06, 2018
The first polls are closing in the 2018 midterm elections, with several key House and Senate races on the line in Virginia, Kentucky, Indiana, Georgia and South Carolina.
The Expectations And Worries Of Both Parties This Election Day
Tuesday, November 06, 2018
Election Day has brought perhaps historic levels of voter turnout and very high stakes for both parties, as well as President Trump.
GOP Faces A Midterm Report Card, Democrats Seek Control
Tuesday, November 06, 2018
After two years with full control of Congress and the White House, Republicans face a referendum on their performance. Democrats, on the other hand, are hoping to take back some of that control.
'Miserable And Emboldened': If Republicans Lose The House, They'll Be On Defense
Monday, November 05, 2018
Keeping control of the House would validate President Trump's governing style and mean full speed ahead for his agenda. But if the GOP loses its majority it will need to protect Trump.
Taking Back The House Could Be 'Life And Death' For Democrats
Monday, November 05, 2018
If Democrats fail to take back the House and make significant gains at the state level, they'll be shut out just as they were in 2016, with little say in legislation and judicial appointments.
President Trump's Message To Voters
Sunday, November 04, 2018
It's two days before the midterm elections. The Republican Party has had control of both houses of Congress and yet President Trump's message to voters is about fear — of migrants and the Democrats.
Key Questions The 2018 Election Will Answer
Sunday, November 04, 2018
Voters will give the final judgment on Tuesday, determining not just the control of Congress — but also the very future of American politics.
Monday Morning Politics: Pittsburgh Synagogue, Package Bombs, Right-Wing Radicalization
Monday, October 29, 2018
Mara Liasson: "If it's about border security, that's a good issue for him. If it's about how the president is failing in his job to be consoler-in-chief, that's a bad narrative for him."
Trump Responds To Pittsburgh Shooting
Sunday, October 28, 2018
We look at how President Trump has responded to the shooting at a Pittsburgh synagogue that left at least 11 people dead.
Midterm Election Nears With Both Democrats And Republicans Working To Get Votes
Thursday, October 18, 2018
With only 20 days until the midterm elections, Republicans and Democrats face particular challenges to get the voters to break their way in the closing weeks.
Trump Makes First Visit To Florida And Georgia Since Hurricane Michael Struck
Monday, October 15, 2018
President Trump is visiting parts of Florida and Georgia that were hit by Hurricane Michael last week. The visit comes just three weeks before midterm elections in two states with tough races.
For Republicans, There's More At Stake Than Just A Midterm Victory
Monday, October 15, 2018
Both parties have a lot at stake this November. Democrats say their survival is on the line. While for President Trump and his GOP allies in Congress, the prize is to stay in power and stay relevant.
