Lisa Desjardins
Coverage of Lisa Desjardins in the Nexus archive.
- Vote on U.S. aid to Israel exposes sharp divide in Congress
A vote on U.S. military funding for Israel and a provision to strengthen U.S.-Israel cooperation are deepening divisions in Congress, with more than half of House Democrats supporting an end to U.S. military funding for Israel. The debate is linked to Israel’s war in Gaza and a joint military operation with the U.S. against Iran.
- Supreme Court justices make case for more security funding
Supreme Court Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett testified before Congress to advocate for increased security funding following threats. This marks the first time Supreme Court justices have appeared before Congress since 2019.
- Lindsey Graham's career and influence on American politics
Lindsey Graham, a U.S. senator from South Carolina, died of an aortic dissection and cardiovascular disease. He served over 30 years in Congress, became a key figure on foreign policy, and was one of President Trump's top allies.
- What we know about Mitch McConnell's health
Sen. Mitch McConnell was hospitalized on June 14, raising questions about his health. Lisa Desjardins reports on the details available.
- A look at housing regulations in the bill set to become law
A sweeping new housing bill is set to become law without the president's signature after passing Congress with bipartisan support. President Trump refused to sign the bill in protest of the GOP Senate’s failure to approve his election legislation, the SAVE Act. The bill will introduce new housing regulations and incentives unless vetoed at the last minute.
- Progressive victories potential bellwether for midterms
Progressive challengers achieved upsets against Democratic establishment figures in Colorado, reflecting a broader trend in U.S. races. Lisa Desjardins discussed the Democratic Party's position with Mo Elleithee, a former DNC communications director now leading the Georgetown Institute of Politics and Public Service.
- Rep. Kean returns to Congress after mysterious absence
Rep. Tom Kean returned to Congress after a months-long absence, apologizing to constituents and colleagues but not answering press questions. The reason for his absence remains unclear, according to a report by Lisa Desjardins.
- Takeaways from Tuesday’s primaries and the midterm landscape
Voters in Maine, South Carolina, Nevada, and North Dakota participated in Tuesday's primaries. The main event was in Maine where Senate candidate Graham Platner faced past scandals, while results for governor and congressional races are emerging in other states.
- Fact-checking Trump’s claims of election fraud in California
Trump’s claims of election fraud in California are being fact-checked. Lisa Desjardins discusses with Tammy Patrick from the National Association of Election Administrators to address these claims.
- Trump's limits tested after some Republicans push back
The Senate is voting on a $72 billion funding package for Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the Department of Homeland Security. The measure has faced delays with amendment votes continuing into the night, and it remains unclear if Republican leaders can secure enough votes to pass it.
- Absence of New Jersey congressmen raises broader questions
Primary voters in New Jersey finalized the race for a competitive and unusual congressional seat. The incumbent Rep. Tom Kean Jr. has not appeared on the campaign trail or Capitol Hill for months, raising broader questions about Congress.