Mariana Sotomayor

Liz Goodwin, a Congressional correspondent for The Washington Post, and Marianna Sotomayor, who covers the House of Representatives, dig into the political chaos surrounding Trump's handling of the Epstein case. They discuss the GOP's internal strife over withheld Epstein files and the implications for party unity. The conversation shifts to a controversial letter allegedly from Trump to Epstein and its legal ramifications. Finally, they tackle the recent cuts to federal funding for public broadcasting and the political fallout associated with them.

Rep. Nydia Velázquez, the first Puerto Rican woman in Congress, dives into the fallout from Trump's controversial rally and the significance of Puerto Rican voters in swing states. Garrett Haake discusses the unique campaign dynamics surrounding Trump, while Ken Delaney raises alarms about election security threats. Ali Vitale and Sahil Kapoor analyze critical Senate races, and Joe Crowley reflects on the implications of the Madison Square Garden event. Insights on campaign strategies from Mariana Sotomayor and Lance Trover add depth to the election's complex landscape.

Nia-Malika Henderson, a CNN political analyst, Tina Nguyen, a national correspondent at Puck, and Marianna Sotomayor, a congressional reporter at The Washington Post, dissect Mike Johnson's surprising rise as House Speaker. They delve into his linked ideologies to the MAGA movement, the potential fallout for LGBTQ+ rights, and the implications for 2024 elections. The trio analyzes internal GOP tensions, Johnson's inexperience, and the balance between traditional values and modern political issues, capturing the chaotic landscape of U.S. politics.