Amna Nawaz

Tennessee voters participate in primaries following the Supreme Court's approval of new congressional maps. President Trump's continued questions about election integrity may impact voter confidence, as discussed with Tennessee Secretary of State Tre Hargett.

A retired Army colonel discusses Ukraine's air defense shortage and its impact on defending against Russia. The conversation took place between Amna Nawaz and Robert Hamilton, who leads a military consulting firm.

U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro dropped charges related to the Reflecting Pool after determining the damage was not vandalism, contradicting prior statements. The case highlights a pattern of inconsistency between public statements by Trump and administration officials and legal actions in court.

Firefighters in eastern Washington are battling wildfires that have forced thousands to flee and destroyed over 700 buildings in the Spokane area. A man has been arrested and charged with arson for allegedly starting the most destructive fire. Amna Nawaz discussed the situation with Dave Upthegrove, Washington commissioner of public lands.

NPR’s Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report discuss the Michigan Senate primary, Democrats' midterm strategy, and prosecutors dropping charges related to Reflecting Pool vandalism. President Trump's response to these developments is also highlighted.

The war in Iran has entered its sixth month, with the UN reporting over 2,500 children killed or injured in Iran alone. Amna Nawaz discussed the situation with New York Times reporter Yeganeh Torbati, who has covered the impact on ordinary Iranians.

A group of scholars has urged Congress to adopt proportional representation in an open letter, addressing concerns over gerrymandering and redistricting. The proposal was discussed by Amna Nawaz with Stanford law professor Pamela Karlan in an interview about democracy.

The U.S. economy slowed in the second quarter, with the Commerce Department linking the decline to the war in Iran. The Federal Reserve maintained interest rates despite three dissenting opinions supporting a rate hike, as discussed by Amna Nawaz and Greg Ip of The Wall Street Journal.

The far-right Proud Boys, known for their role in the Jan. 6 Capitol attack, were observed by University of Maryland professor Jen Golbeck during a weekend with their Cape Fear chapter. Golbeck documented the experience in an Esquire article and discussed it with Amna Nawaz.

Wildfires in France, Spain, and Portugal have forced over 330,000 people to evacuate, resulted in 15 deaths, and burned nearly half a million acres, straining emergency response systems to their limits.

Dr. Anthony Fauci, who led the White House pandemic response for Presidents Trump and Biden, appeared before Congress under subpoena and invoked his Fifth Amendment rights over 100 times. Amna Nawaz discussed the hearing and Fauci's legacy with Katherine Wu, author of an article in The Atlantic.

David Brooks and Ruth Marcus discuss the economic and human toll of the Iran war, a U.S.-Saudi nuclear energy deal, and Trump-allied election deniers winning GOP primaries. The segment is part of a political analysis on the week's events.

One month after powerful earthquakes devastated parts of Venezuela, a humanitarian crisis persists due to damaged schools, health facilities, and water systems. Aid worker Nate Mook from All Hands and Hearts discussed the ongoing challenges in a recent interview with Amna Nawaz.

Timothy Lenderking discusses the Houthis' efforts to block shipping in the Red Sea with Amna Nawaz. He currently works at the law firm Squire Patton Boggs.

In Arizona, three election deniers won Republican primaries for governor, secretary of state, and attorney general. If they win in November, they will play key roles in overseeing elections and defending voting laws. Amna Nawaz discussed the issue with Stephen Richer, the elections recorder in Maricopa County from 2021 to 2025.

Marwan Muasher, the former deputy prime minister and foreign minister of Jordan, discusses the impact of the Iran war on U.S. allies. He currently serves as vice president for studies at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace.

NPR’s Tamara Keith and Jasmine Wright of NOTUS discuss Arizona's primary elections, where Republicans will select a nominee to challenge the incumbent governor, Troy Jackson's apparent securing of the Senate nomination for Democrats after Graham Platner's exit, and the fallout from President Trump's remarks on election security.

Two deadly shootings involving ICE officers led to renewed protests and questions about the agency's tactics, training, and recruitment. The officers were not wearing body cameras, and the victims were not the intended targets. Amna Nawaz discussed the issue with John Sandweg, who served as acting director of ICE under President Obama.

Photos of masked members of the white supremacist Patriot Front group marching in Washington and on the Metro have gone viral. A Metro rider who encountered the group spoke with Amna Nawaz.

Families of Americans imprisoned by Iran express concern that their cases are being overlooked amid escalating U.S.-Iran tensions. U.S. officials state these cases remain part of ongoing diplomatic efforts, but families fear they are overshadowed by broader geopolitical crises.

The Department of Justice is threatening to arrest more than a dozen state election officials if a noncitizen votes in their states. The threat was included in a letter requiring election officials to outline compliance with noncitizen voting laws within five days. Amna Nawaz discussed the issue with Jessica Huseman of Votebeat, who obtained the letter.

Democrats are increasing pressure on Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner to withdraw after a woman he dated accused him of sexual assault. Platner denies the allegation and stated he is reflecting on his path forward. Amna Nawaz discussed the race's future with Steve Mistler of Maine Public Radio.

One year after catastrophic floods at Camp Mystic killed 28 people, mostly young girls, state investigators concluded the camp failed to respond adequately to storm warnings. Parents continue to advocate for stronger safety standards while commemorating their daughters.

David Brooks and Jonathan Capehart joined Amna Nawaz to discuss recent Supreme Court decisions and primary election upsets ahead of the nation's 250th anniversary. The conversation focused on major political developments and judicial actions.

Record heat in the U.S. East Coast is disrupting travel, straining the energy grid, and altering July 4th celebrations. European health authorities have linked thousands of excess deaths to the record heat. Jeff Goodell and Amna Nawaz discuss the impacts.

A new book by Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan titled 'Regime Change: Inside the Imperial Presidency of Donald Trump' provides insights into Trump's second term. The authors discussed with Amna Nawaz why individuals close to Trump cooperated and what they aimed to convey to readers.

Dave Portnoy, founder of Barstool Sports, released a memoir titled 'Cancel Me If You Can,' detailing the growth of Barstool from a gambling newsletter to a multimedia company. He discussed politics, culture, and controversies with Amna Nawaz on the podcast 'Settle In.'

The Supreme Court's birthright citizenship ruling is discussed in relation to its impact on Trump's agenda. Amna Nawaz interviewed Amanda Frost, a University of Virginia School of Law professor and author of a book on citizenship stripping.

The U.S. Supreme Court issued two major rulings expanding presidential power and supporting President Trump's attempt to reshape the federal government. The decision was discussed by Amna Nawaz and Supreme Court analyst Amy Howe.

A Supreme Court ruling allows the Trump administration to end temporary protected status for Haitians and Syrians. Ohio, home to over 10,000 Haitian migrants, could face significant impact, with Republican Gov. Mike DeWine calling the policy a 'mistake.'

The Supreme Court's immigration rulings and their potential impact on asylum are discussed by Amna Nawaz with Doris Meissner, a senior fellow at the Migration Policy Institute. Meissner previously held leadership roles at the Immigration and Naturalization Service under President Reagan and President Clinton.

President Trump has refused to sign a bipartisan housing bill aimed at boosting home supply by reducing construction costs. The bill, described as a landmark overhaul of federal housing policy, includes no new spending but focuses on streamlining building processes nationwide. Amna Nawaz discussed its potential impact with former HUD Secretary Shaun Donovan.

Ernest Moniz discusses the challenges of U.S. nuclear negotiations with Iran. He was a lead technical negotiator of the 2015 Iran nuclear agreement and currently serves as CEO of the EFI Foundation.

A book by J. Lester Feder documents the war experiences of Ukraine's LGBTQ+ community since Russia's invasion. The book, titled 'The Queer Face of War,' is discussed in an interview with Amna Nawaz.

David Brooks and Jonathan Capehart discussed President Trump’s record-low economic approval rating, a preliminary deal with Iran, and some Republicans in Congress breaking with Trump during a segment with Amna Nawaz.

The article discusses tensions between President Trump and Republicans in Congress, as analyzed by GOP strategist Doug Heye in an interview with Amna Nawaz.

President Trump delayed the confirmation hearing for his nominee to the director of national intelligence, leading to confusion in Congress. The nominee did not attend the scheduled hearing, and the Intelligence Committee’s top Democrat, Sen. Mark Warner, stated uncertainty about whether the nomination was postponed or withdrawn.

The Federal Reserve maintained interest rates during Kevin Warsh's first meeting as chair. All 12 Federal Open Market Committee members supported the decision, though some officials projected a rate hike by year-end. Amna Nawaz discussed the Fed's future under Warsh with David Wessel.

Amna Nawaz interviewed Alan Eyre and Miad Maleki to discuss the U.S.-Iran agreement. Eyre was part of the Obama administration's negotiating team for the Iran nuclear deal and is now at the Middle East Institute. Maleki, born and raised in Iran, is affiliated with the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies.

A maritime security expert analyzes the potential effects of the U.S.-Iran deal on global shipping and the Strait of Hormuz. Ian Ralby, a global maritime security expert, discusses the implications with Amna Nawaz.