Matt Viser

Matt Viser, White House Bureau Chief for The Washington Post, discusses Trump’s strategic legislative maneuvers that led to a key bill's passage in the House. He highlights the internal tensions within the GOP and Trump’s role in navigating these challenges. The conversation also delves into Trump's diplomatic encounter with South Africa and Biden's recent cancer diagnosis, sparking debate over his fitness for office. As the political landscape shifts towards economic concerns, Viser emphasizes how these dynamics will shape the 2024 election.

In this discussion, Matt Viser, a seasoned White House reporter from The Washington Post, and Elaina Plott Calabro, an insightful staff writer at The Atlantic, delve into Hunter Biden's recent presidential pardon. They explore the legal ramifications and the political motives behind the decision, questioning its impact on Biden's presidency. Additionally, they reflect on the broader implications of clemency in society and how such decisions reverberate through political landscapes, especially amidst the shadow of Trump and his loyalists.

Guests Matt Viser, White House Bureau Chief for The Washington Post, and Cleve Wootson, a White House reporter for the same publication, delve into President Trump's strategic control over D.C.’s police, revealing a pre-planned federal reaction force. They discuss the implications of heightened policing in the capital and the racial dynamics involved. The conversation also touches on the high-stakes meeting between Trump and Putin, exploring its potential impact on international relations amid ongoing global tensions.

Paul Kane, Senior congressional correspondent for The Washington Post, and Matt Viser, White House reporter, dive into Biden's last attempts to cement his legacy, including strategic pardons and support for Ukraine. They analyze Trump’s Time magazine interview and what it reveals about his evolving political promises. The duo also discusses the GOP's dynamics under Trump's influence, especially regarding recent Senate appointments and their implications for the Republican agenda. It's a riveting look at urgency in political maneuvering.

Reporter Matt Viser discusses Hunter Biden's federal gun violations and the implications it has for politics and the Biden family. The podcast also covers the emotional graduation of Sandy Hook survivors from high school, highlighting their advocacy for change in gun violence issues.