Mara Liasson appears in the following:
Why Trump's First 100 Days Matter And Why They Don't
Saturday, April 29, 2017
Saturday is President Trump's 100th day in office. What do the first 100 days tell us about the kind of presidency he will have?
Shutdown Averted: White House Backs Down On Health Care Demands
Wednesday, April 26, 2017
The White House appears to be backing down on multiple demands that were threatening a partial government shutdown, including withholding subsidies to help low-income people under Obamacare.
Trump Pledges To Confront Anti-Semitism At Holocaust Remembrance Event
Tuesday, April 25, 2017
During an event to remember the Holocaust, President Trump pledged to defeat anti-Semitism. The White House has previously been criticized for the way it has talked about the Holocaust and anti-Semitism.
Almost 100 Days In, 'Trumpism' Is Still Not Clearly Defined
Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Donald Trump is a man who's made a life out of branding. But as president, the brand is muddled — is he a protectionist looking out for the little guy or has he gone "mainstream"?
Trump's Platform Remains Unclear As President Reaches 100 Days
Monday, April 24, 2017
Candidate Donald Trump promised to blow up the political establishment — picking and choosing policies to suit his vision. But 100 days in office, it is far from clear what exactly "Trumpism" means.
Trump's Priorities As He Hits 100 Days
Sunday, April 23, 2017
Congress returns to Washington next week, and they've got a lot to do, as President Trump faces down his first 100 days.
Trump Holds Joint Press Conference With Italian Prime Minister Gentiloni
Thursday, April 20, 2017
President Trump answers questions from reporters alongside the Italian prime minister at the White House.
Georgia Special Election Heads To Runoff As GOP Avoids Brutal Loss
Wednesday, April 19, 2017
Republicans were able to avoid an embarrassing loss of a House seat in Georgia to Democrats Tuesday night. It now heads to a one-on-one matchup in June.
Democrats Face Divided Republican Field In Georgia Special Election
Tuesday, April 18, 2017
In the Atlanta suburbs, Democrats nationally have rallied around a candidate trying to pick off the House seat vacated by Health and Human Services Secretary Tom Price, against a divided GOP field.
A Week Of Policy Reversals For Trump
Saturday, April 15, 2017
As the Trump administration looks for legislative and policy wins, the president is publicly reversing positions on issues as varied as Syria and health care.
U.S., Russia Talks Try To Find A Path Forward After Syria Attack
Wednesday, April 12, 2017
President Trump talked a lot about having a better relationship with Russia, but that changed last week when Trump ordered missile strikes after Syria's apparent use of chemical weapons on civilians.
Week In Politics: Syria, Gorsuch, White House Infighting And The 'Nuclear Option'
Saturday, April 08, 2017
It was a busy week in politics, capped off by Trump's airstrikes on Syria. But also, Neil Gorsuch was confirmed, reports emerged about power struggles in the White House, and the Senate changed rules.
Events In Syria Put Trump's Foreign Policy Up For Grabs
Thursday, April 06, 2017
The new president is finding out that things happen, and the world's greatest superpower has to respond.
5 Insights On The Senate's 'Nuclear' Battle Over Neil Gorsuch
Thursday, April 06, 2017
The high court will be even more polarized as future nominees become more ideologically extreme. The Senate will also be changed, as will faith in U.S. democratic institutions in general.
Trump Chief Strategist Steve Bannon Removed From National Security Council
Wednesday, April 05, 2017
Bannon had been elevated to the national security group in an unprecedented move in January. He will retain his role as senior adviser for domestic affairs.
Senate Showdown Over Supreme Court Nomination Gathers Steam
Tuesday, April 04, 2017
The Senate appears headed for a clash that will fundamentally change how the institution approaches the process of Supreme Court nominations, and it could have further implications.
Trump Focus Pivots To Foreign Policy Priorities
Monday, April 03, 2017
President Trump is focusing on foreign policy priorities this week, including visits with several world leaders, as his domestic agenda is paused in Congress.
Trump To House Republicans: Pass Health Care Bill Or Obamacare Stays In Place
Friday, March 24, 2017
President Trump sent a message to House Republicans on Thursday night that they must pass their health care bill on Friday or the Affordable Care Act stays in place.
House Leaders Delay Scheduled Vote On Republican Health Care Bill
Thursday, March 23, 2017
There's still no deal among the White House, House Republican leaders and rank-and-file members to secure the votes needed to pass the GOP health care vote.
Trump Faces High Stakes Fight In Push For Republican Health Care Bill
Wednesday, March 22, 2017
A day before the House votes on the GOP health care bill, President Trump continues trying to persuade Republican lawmakers to support it. The stakes are high for this young administration.