Mara Liasson appears in the following:
Trump Says 'I Will Do It Under Oath' Regarding Speaking To Mueller
Wednesday, January 24, 2018
President Trump expressed willingness to be interviewed by White House Special Counsel Robert Mueller and laid out his principles on immigration.
News Brief: Republicans Rally Behind Nunes Memo, Trump Heads To Davos
Wednesday, January 24, 2018
Republicans want to release a memo prepared by Rep. Devin Nunes about alleged abuses by the intelligence community. Also, President Trump is heading to the World Economic Forum in Switzerland.
Trump To Talk Up His Economic Policies At Davos
Wednesday, January 24, 2018
President Trump is traveling Wednesday to address the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. His message is expected to tout his agenda of tax cuts and deregulation.
What Role Will Trump Play In Immigration Debate?
Tuesday, January 23, 2018
President Trump was pretty invisible this weekend as Senators tried to work out a deal to end the government shutdown. Now, as the immigration debate starts again, what does he want from it and what will his role be moving forward?
White House Insists Trump Played Vital Role In Trying To Re-Open Government
Monday, January 22, 2018
The White House is touting the Senate's deal to end the government shutdown as a win for the president and one of his making. But as the Senate worked to resolve the crisis, President Trump sat largely on the sidelines.
Trump's Unique Concept Of The Presidency Again On Display As Government Shuts Down
Saturday, January 20, 2018
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with NPR's Mara Liasson about the government shutdown and the anniversary of President Donald Trump's inauguration.
How Trump's Inauguration Speech Compares To His First Year In Office
Thursday, January 18, 2018
Donald Trump's inauguration speech may be remembered for his description of "American carnage." But one year later, we look at how good of a roadmap it was for his first year as president.
GOP Pushes Plan To Keep Government Open While DACA Decided
Wednesday, January 17, 2018
House Republicans propose a temporary measure that keeps the government funded. It buys times for them to work out differences on protecting the young undocumented immigrants who call the U.S. home.
President Trump Holds Press Conference With Prime Minister Of Norway
Wednesday, January 10, 2018
President Trump answered questions from reporters after his meeting with Norway's Prime Minister on Wednesday.
Special Counsel On Russia's Election Meddling May Interview Trump
Tuesday, January 09, 2018
The president pledge in June that he was "100 percent" willing to be interviewed by the special counsel. NBC News reports Trump's lawyers are "discussing a range of potential options for the format.
Trump Still Dismissive Of Bannon, Though Bannon Says He Supports Trump
Thursday, January 04, 2018
A day after explosive book excerpts show President Trump's former chief strategist Steve Bannon trashing Trump and his family, the president continues to be dismissive of Bannon.
Republicans Press Trump For Strategy On Iran, North Korea
Monday, January 01, 2018
Throughout the protests in Iran, President Trump has tweeted support for the protesters, and disparaged the Iranian government. All the while, North Korea continues to poke at the U.S.
Republicans Talk Of Changes To Welfare Next
Friday, December 22, 2017
After tax cuts, one of President Trump's next priorities is "welfare reform." It's not clear what that means and how it fits with House Speaker Ryan's desire to overhaul Social Security.
Trump's Tax Win: The Political Risks
Wednesday, December 20, 2017
President Trump gathered Republican leaders at the White House to tout the passage of the tax overhaul bill - their first major legislative win this year. But the bill comes with political risks.
Republicans Appear To Have All The Votes To Pass Tax Plan
Tuesday, December 19, 2017
If nothing else goes wrong for them, Republicans will pass a final tax overhaul bill this week. The House votes Tuesday and the Senate votes sometime after House lawmakers.
A Likely Win On Taxes Solves Some Of The GOP's Political Problems
Sunday, December 17, 2017
President Trump could see his first major legislative victory this week if Congress succeeds in passing the GOP tax overhaul bill. NPR guest host Ray Suarez speaks with NPR's Mara Liasson about what it means for Republican lawmakers.
Trump Says Republicans Are Close To Passing Tax Bill
Wednesday, December 13, 2017
In a speech Wednesday, President Trump made the case for why the Republican tax measure would be good for Americans. The remarks come after a big political loss for the president in Alabama.
What's At Stake With Alabama's Special Election?
Tuesday, December 12, 2017
The closely watched U.S. Senate race in Alabama could have national implications for both the Republican and Democratic parties in Washington. Republican Roy Moore, the former chief justice of the state supreme court, is vying for Attorney General Jeff Sessions' old Senate seat against Democrat and former prosecutor Doug Jones.
Women Who Accused President Trump Of Sexual Misconduct Want Congress To Investigate
Monday, December 11, 2017
With allegations of sexual harassment and assault in the forefront of politics, women who have accused President Trump of misconduct are renewing calls for him to be held accountable.
Will The Tax Overhaul Help The Working Class?
Thursday, December 07, 2017
President Trump has promised to stand up for the forgotten working class. The administration claims the tax overhaul backs up the promise. Do details of the tax package back up that claim?