The Tent

Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) joins the show to discuss MAGA extremism, attacks on voting and abortion rights, and the progressive movement. Daniella and Colin also talk about former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy’s (R-CA) resignation and the state of the economy.

Megan Shahi, Director of Technology Policy at CAP Action, joins the show to discuss how social media and artificial intelligence could impact the 2024 elections, and what tech companies and policymakers can do to combat misinformation. Daniella and Colin also talk about COP28 with CAP Action’s Frances Colón, and Donald Trump’s extreme policy proposals.

Rep. Maxwell Frost (D-FL) joins the show to discuss MAGA extremism, progressive policymaking, and energizing young voters heading into 2024. Daniella and Colin also talk about the state of the economy and the need for Congress to pass the Biden administration's supplemental aid request.

Allison McManus, Senior Director for National Security and International Policy at the Center for American Progress Action Fund, joins the show to discuss a new temporary ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, the implications for the region, and the U.S. response to the conflict.  Daniella and Colin also talk about a recent House ethics report on Rep. George Santos (R-NY) and an 8th Circuit ruling that could gut the Voting Rights Act.

Brendan Duke, Senior Director of Economic Policy at the Center for American Progress Action Fund, joins the show to discuss government funding, MAGA Republican chaos and the risks of relying on short-term continuing resolutions. Daniella and Colin also talk about labor victories and Donald Trump’s extreme rhetoric and policies.

Former Rep. Tom Perriello (D-VA) joins the show to discuss Tuesday’s elections, what they portend for 2024, and the future of artificial intelligence. Daniella and Colin also talk about the war in Israel and Gaza, and they speak with Sabrina Talukder from CAP Action about the Supreme Court case United States v. Rahimi.

The Washington Post education writer Laura Meckler joins the show to discuss her new book, “Dream Town;” the impact of racial integration in Shaker Heights, Ohio, schools; and the challenges facing the education system nationwide. Colin and Erin also talk about newly elected Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) and the mass shootings in Lewiston, Maine.

Center for American Progress CEO Patrick Gaspard joins the show to discuss the 20th anniversary of CAP, the organization’s impact on American lives and his experience leading the think tank. Colin and Daniella also talk about major milestones in CAP'S history.

Michigan Law Professor and Strict Scrutiny podcast co-host Leah Litman joins the show to discuss the upcoming Supreme Court term, the high court’s far-right extremism and the legal jeopardy former President Trump faces. Colin and Daniella also discuss the MAGA House crisis and the conflict in Israel.

This episode features audio from a Center for American Progress (CAP) event about how the Biden administration's economic policies are helping Latinos achieve more equitable outcomes. It features Laura Rodriguez, CAP’s Vice President of Government Affairs; Frances Colón, CAP’s senior director of International Climate Policy; and Emmy Ruiz, White House Director of Political Strategy and Outreach. Daniella and Colin also talk about the war in Israel and MAGA chaos in the House during an international crisis.