Mara Liasson
Stories
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100 Days: Trump's relationship with Congress and the courts
Many of Trump's actions are a direct challenge to the courts and to Congress, the two branches of government designed to act as checks on presidential power. We look at this power dynamic.
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Politics chat: Trump to meet with Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele
President Trump meets El Salvador's president Monday at the White House to discuss the use of a Salvadoran supermax prison for migrants deported from the U.S.
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President Trump has announced a hold on most tariffs, but China faces tariffs of 125%
President Trump abruptly announced a 90-day pause on the steep tariffs that went into effect Wednesday -- except for China.
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Politics chat: 'Hands Off' protests in Washington, Trump's tariffs and Republicans
President Trump's tariff regime puts him at odds with Congressional Republicans seeking to cut taxes.
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As Trump tries for Ukraine-Russia deal, public opinion on conflict shifts
As Trump tries -- with difficulty -- to get a peace deal between Ukraine and Russia, public opinion about the conflict has been shifting.
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Politics chat: Trump withdraws Elise Stefanik nomination, special elections coming up
A thin GOP House majority keeps Rep. Elise Stefanik from joining the Trump administration, Elon Musk's involvement in Wisconsin's special election, and fallout from the Signal app scandal.
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Trump gives automakers a tariff break
President Trump says U.S. automakers will get a one-month break on steep tariffs for Canadian and Mexican goods.
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What to expect in President Trump's address to a joint session of Congress tonight
President Trump will give an address to a joint session of Congress Tuesday night. Here's what to expect. It's the first big speech since his meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
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Why Elon Musk is pouring money into a state supreme court race in Wisconsin
The race for a state Supreme Court justice in Wisconsin could offer some clues about the upcoming 2026 election cycle — and, about Elon Musk's power in politics.
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Politics chat: Trump's possible negotiating tactic, address to Congress
In one week, President Trump may have broken the Western Alliance and kick-started a nuclear arms race.
