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Rachel Scott

ABC senior congressional correspondent, offering insights on political appointments.

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Aug 2, 2024 • 50min

Trump’s comment on Harris’ race: Calculated or ‘weird?’

Rachel Scott, an ABC Senior Congressional Correspondent, joins the conversation alongside Kamala Harris, the daughter of immigrants and presumptive Democratic nominee. They delve into Donald Trump's controversial remark about Harris's race, which he framed as political opportunism. Harris dismisses it as typical divisiveness. The discussion also touches on dynamic campaign strategies, the effects of international crises on political energy, and the complexities of U.S. foreign policy amid rising tensions in the Middle East.
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Nov 12, 2024 • 28min

Trump Taps Rubio for Secretary of State

Rachel Scott, ABC’s senior congressional correspondent, dives into the political landscape with insights on Trump’s anticipated nomination of Sen. Marco Rubio as Secretary of State. They discuss the potential impact on U.S.-Russia relations and how Ukrainian officials are rethinking their war strategy. Scott also examines the dire security challenges in Haiti amidst gang violence, offering a stark look at the geopolitical complexities the new administration faces. Additionally, the episode touches on the evolving roles of key cabinet appointments and the implications for national policy.
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Nov 8, 2024 • 26min

You’re Hired: Trump’s Team Takes Shape

Join Rachel Scott, an ABC News reporter covering Trump’s staffing choices, Elizabeth Schulze, who tracks the economy and the Fed, and Matt Gutman, ABC's chief national correspondent on wildfires. They delve into the historic appointment of Trump’s first female chief of staff and explore the dynamic between Trump and the Federal Reserve as interest rates shift. Additionally, they discuss the devastating wildfires in Southern California, highlighting both the destruction and community resilience in the face of crisis.
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Oct 22, 2024 • 30min

How Israel’s ‘Top Secret’ Attack Plan Went Public

Louis Martinez, ABC's Pentagon correspondent, analyzes the leak of classified documents on Israel's military strategy, raising questions about U.S. foreign policy. Rachel Scott reports on Donald Trump's campaign trail antics as he seeks to leverage his rising poll numbers. Meanwhile, Matt Gutman sheds light on the troubling case of Robert Roberson, highlighting the dangers of wrongful convictions based on debunked science. The conversation navigates through serious legal issues while keeping a pulse on the current political landscape.
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Oct 16, 2024 • 33min

Trumponomics: Economists See Red

Rachel Scott, ABC's senior congressional correspondent focusing on Trump's campaign, joins Devin Dwyer, an expert on election misinformation, along with Stephen Ganyard, a former Marine and State Department official. They dive into Trump’s vague economic proposals and the looming dangers of election misinformation, especially with the rise of deepfakes. Discussions also touch on U.S. involvement in the Middle East and its international ramifications amidst local election dynamics. It's a compelling mix of politics and potential chaos!