Nate Cohn, Chief Political Analyst for The New York Times, Lisa Lerer, National Political Correspondent, and Astead W. Herndon, Politics Reporter, dive into the implications of Donald Trump's unprecedented reelection. They dissect the unique challenges of a convicted felon campaigning for a second term, the emotional fallout among liberals, and voter motivations swaying toward Trump’s leadership style over traditional policies. The trio also reflects on the shifting power dynamics in Congress and the urgent need for Democrats to reimagine their approach in response.

Astead W. Herndon, a national politics reporter and host of "The Run-Up," dives deep into Kamala Harris's journey to becoming Vice President. He explores her resilient upbringing, shaped by immigrant parents and civil rights activism, and how this informs her leadership style. The discussion highlights her evolution from senator to key Democratic figure and examines her advocacy for women's rights. Her complex navigation of identity and public perception provides insight into the challenges she faces as she reintroduces herself to the nation.

Astead W. Herndon, a national politics reporter for The New York Times, discusses President Biden's weak debate performance against Trump, sparking doubts about his own fitness. They analyze Biden's struggle, Trump's strategies, and the Democrats' reaction to the debate. The heated exchange covers allegations about fallen soldiers and global security, highlighting the contrast between the candidates' characters and policies.

Astead W. Herndon, a national politics reporter for The New York Times and host of 'The Run-Up,' dives into the historic moment when Kamala Harris accepted her nomination, shattering barriers as the first woman of color to do so. The discussion highlights the strategic narrative around her candidacy aimed at unifying diverse voters. Herndon reflects on Harris's resilience, personal stories, and the powerful influence of role models in shaping women's political journeys, underscoring the stakes of the upcoming election.

Astead W. Herndon, a national politics reporter, joins Maggie Haberman, known for her deep insights on Trump, and Nate Cohn, a leading political analyst. Together, they dissect how recent natural disasters have shaped presidential campaigns, particularly regarding Kamala Harris's strategy to engage voters. They also explore Trump’s controversial ties to Putin and how voter sentiments, especially among youth and suburban females, are influenced by current political narratives and advertising tactics.

Voters in the 2022 midterms seemed to send a clear message — a rejection of Trumpism and extremism. And yet it appears increasingly likely that he will win the Republican nomination for the 2024 presidential election. Astead W. Herndon, a national political correspondent for The Times and the host of the politics podcast The Run-Up, explains what has shifted in Republican politics so that Mr. Trump’s nomination could start to seem almost inevitable.Guest: Astead W. Herndon, a national political correspondent for The New York Times.Background reading: To some Republicans and Democrats, the charges brought against Mr. Trump in New York appeared flimsy and less consequential than many had hoped. To others, the case had the potential to reverberate politically.In a phone call with top donors, Gov. Ron DeSantis of Florida privately argued that Mr. Trump couldn’t win in the general election. Mr. DeSantis is expected to officially enter the presidential race next week.For more information on today’s episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

In the early hours of Wednesday, control of both the House and Senate remained uncertain.Going into the midterms, some analysts expected a repudiation of the Democrats and a surge of Republican victories. But this “red wave” did not materialize. Today, we try to make sense of the surprising results. Guest: Astead W. Herndon, a national political reporter for The New York Times.Background reading: As the results continue to come in, follow the latest updates here. For more information on today’s episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday.  Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Astead W. Herndon, host of 'The Run-Up', convenes a special Thanksgiving focus group to explore rising black support for Trump. They discuss historical reasons behind black voters' tendency to vote for Democrats, frustration with the party's inability to bring about change, and concerns over voting for Trump or Biden. The division among black voters based on gender and political engagement is explored, as well as the impact of Trump's outreach efforts to black men. The podcast concludes with reflections, desserts, and gratitude.

The Times reporter Astead W. Herndon and the team are back for a new season of “The Run-Up” and they’re looking ahead to the 2024 presidential election, which in many ways has already begun. In this first episode, Astead heads to California for the Republican National Committee’s winter meeting to explore the tangled lines and scrambled allegiances that animated the effort to unseat Ronna McDaniel, the chair of the R.N.C. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

This episode contains strong language.This week, voters in San Francisco ousted Chesa Boudin, their progressive district attorney. The move was seen as a rejection of a class of prosecutors who are determined to overhaul the criminal justice system.But what happened to Mr. Boudin can be seen as more the exception than the rule.Guest: Astead W. Herndon, a national political reporter for The New York Times.Want more from The Daily? For one big idea on the news each week from our team, subscribe to our newsletter. Background reading: By ousting Mr. Boudin, voters in San Francisco put an end to one of the United States’ most pioneering experiments in criminal justice overhaul.The progressive backlash in California has sent a signal about the potency of law and order as a political message in 2022.For more information on today’s episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday.  Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.