Liz Goodwin

Liz Goodwin, a Congressional reporter for The Washington Post, and Dan Lamothe, a Pentagon journalist, join the discussion on Trump's evolving foreign policy. They analyze Trump's newfound alignment with Putin and the backlash against his unpopular policies on Ukraine. The duo reveals how GOP lawmakers are nervously asking Trump to spare their districts from drastic spending cuts. They also dive into the political repercussions of budget cuts and the internal strife within the Republican Party regarding national defense strategies.

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.

In this discussion, Jeff Stein, an economics reporter for The Washington Post, and Liz Goodwin, a Congressional reporter, dissect the chaotic aftermath of a tragic plane crash linked to Trump’s narrative. They delve into Trump’s unverified claims regarding DEI and its connection to the crash. The duo also tackles the administration's abrupt changes in federal funding and the political drama surrounding the Senate hearings for controversial Cabinet nominees. Their insights highlight the tense intersection of politics, media response, and legislative challenges.

Liz Goodwin, congressional correspondent for The Post, and Theodoric Meyer, Senate reporter for The Washington Post, dive into the Republican Party's turmoil over new tariffs. They explore whether GOP members will back Trump's economic strategies or risk his ire. The discussion also highlights how recent elections in Florida and Wisconsin reflect shifting political tides, including unexpected voter turnout spurred by Elon Musk's support for a conservative candidate. Lastly, they analyze Cory Booker's marathon Senate speech and its mixed impact on Democratic motivation.

Liz Goodwin, a national political reporter for The Washington Post with a focus on congressional politics, joins the discussion on the recent government shutdown. She explains why a faction of Senate Democrats voted with Republicans to restart the government and the implications of this compromise. Goodwin highlights the failed negotiations over ACA subsidies and the growing divide within the Democratic Party, as well as the political risks facing Republicans amid this crisis. The fallout from these decisions could reshape future negotiations.

In this discussion, Liz Goodwin, a seasoned national politics reporter at The Washington Post, and Dan Merica, co-anchor of The Early Brief, delve into the complexities of the government shutdown, highlighting shifting blame among parties. They explore the contentious nature of Pam Bondi's recent Senate hearing and its implications for the Trump administration. The conversation also touches on the fallout from violent text messages in Virginia's political landscape and Trump's pivotal role in a controversial Gaza peace deal, questioning the evolution of political norms.

Martine Powers, a co-host of 'Post Reports', is joined by political experts Aaron Blake and Liz Goodwin. The trio dives into Kamala Harris's new economic proposals aimed at winning the election trifecta. They discuss the significance of the upcoming Democratic National Convention, where Biden's absence poses unique challenges. Tensions in Michigan's Senate race reveal the role of women in politics, while the impact of celebrity endorsements, like Taylor Swift, adds intrigue to this dynamic political landscape.

Liz Goodwin, a Washington Post national political reporter covering confirmations and Capitol Hill, walks through Markwayne Mullin’s contested claims about vague overseas “special assignments.” Short segments unpack tense Senate questioning, debates over classified trips and implied valor, and the heated confrontation with Rand Paul. Listeners offer alternate theories and the scene ends with a classified briefing and lingering skepticism.

Dakota Rudisill, law professor and former Senate intelligence staffer; Phil Stewart, Reuters national security correspondent; Sarah Binder, Brookings scholar on Congress; Liz Goodwin, Washington Post Capitol Hill reporter. They probe how Congress was notified, war powers and past AUMFs, partisan dynamics around funding and oversight, secrecy and classified legal memos, and media access and messaging during the Iran campaign.

Liz Goodwin, a Congress reporter for The Washington Post, dives deep into Trump's eyebrow-raising Cabinet choices, including the controversial Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for Health and Human Services. The discussion reveals how these picks might face opposition from Senate Republicans and explores the dynamics of bypassing traditional confirmation processes. Goodwin also highlights the political fallout around nominations like Matt Gaetz for Justice and Tulsi Gabbard's role in intelligence, emphasizing the shifting power within the GOP and its implications for Congress.