Amy Walter

Publisher and Editor-in-Chief at The Cook Political Report

Publisher & Editor-in-Chief, Cook Political Report with Amy Walter. Cycling enthusiast. Lover of all things summer.

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Don’t Expect Congressional Republicans to Rein in Trump’s Tariff Authority

2 weeks ago | cookpolitical.com | Amy Walter

After President Trump announced a 90-day “pause” on tariffs for most countries except for China, Wall Street watchers weren’t the only ones breathing a sigh of relief. Trump’s reversal was also welcome news to many nervous Republicans worried about the potential for a full-blown global trade war and a subsequent recession that could sink their 2026 election chances. Well, for now. There’s no guarantee that this is the end of the whiplash-inducing trade policies coming from the White House.
What to Watch During Tonight’s Elections

3 weeks ago | cookpolitical.com | Amy Walter

Special and off-year elections can offer a particular kind of comfort for those anxious to spot political shifts. Instead of having to rely on polls — or vibes — to tell us how Americans are processing the first few weeks of President Donald Trump’s term, real voters weigh in with their verdicts.
Will Democrats Have Their Own “Tea Party” Moment?

1 month ago | cookpolitical.com | Amy Walter

Democrats are in a funk. Poll after poll finds opinions of the party in the basement. Even Democrats don’t like themselves all that much. Meanwhile, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer’s decision to support the Republican-backed government funding bill continues to dog him, with many Democrats openly questioning whether he should stay on as leader.
Don’t Jump to Conclusions About Democratic Open Senate Seats

1 month ago | cookpolitical.com | Amy Walter

On its face, the fact that three Democratic senators representing competitive states have announced their retirements should be a worrying sign for Democrats. It’s usually harder for a party to hold an open seat than to defend a sitting incumbent. Primaries can be messy and unpredictable, and raising money as a challenger is a lot harder than doing so as a sitting U.S. senator.
Trump’s Risky Bet That His Base Will Stick With Him on Tariffs

1 month ago | cookpolitical.com | Amy Walter

Despite the outsized media attention that a president’s performance at the State of the Union/Joint Address to Congress gets, it’s best to appreciate it as little more than a show for partisans. Swing voters don’t watch these events. Neither do voters of the opposing party. If you hate Trump, you didn’t tune in. If you watched all 100 minutes of the address, odds are that you are a Trump fan.
Flashing Yellow Lights on the Economy Should Worry Republicans

1 month ago | cookpolitical.com | Amy Walter

Whether President Donald Trump has a “real” mandate for many of the polarizing things he and his administration are doing is less important than the fact that many voters — especially those who aren’t committed partisans — expect Trump to deliver on his campaign promise to get the economy moving and inflation under control. And, on that score, there are a number of flashing yellow lights that suggest voters are not seeing the movement they want to see.
There’s No Easy Fix for Democrats’ Political Woes

2 months ago | cookpolitical.com | Amy Walter

The good news for Democrats: Everyone in the party agrees that they are in trouble and in desperate need of a new direction. The party’s favorability ratings are at a record low. The party that was once most closely identified with middle and working-class voters is now seen as the party defending the elites.
Can Republicans Hold the House in an All Politics Is National Election?

2 months ago | cookpolitical.com | Amy Walter

It’s understandable that almost all political media attention is centered on the actions of the Oval Office. After all, President Donald Trump and businessman Elon Musk have ensured that the work going on at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue isn’t just newsy, but is entertaining as well. But the center of political gravity will soon move down the street to the U.S. Capitol.
Trump’s Disruption Balancing Act

2 months ago | cookpolitical.com | Amy Walter

We are only two weeks into President Donald Trump’s second term, and the pace and scope of executive orders and actions issued have been furious, with no signs of slowing. He’s focused on his top priorities like deporting illegal immigrants, ending DEI and imposing tariffs on imported goods. He’s also empowered his allies like Elon Musk to take a blowtorch to government programs and personnel, and has fired FBI prosecutors who were involved in the prosecution of Jan. 6 criminal cases.
Peters Retirement Paves Way for Open Seat Bonanza

2 months ago | cookpolitical.com | Amy Walter

Two-term Democratic Sen. Gary Peters’ decision not to seek reelection means even more political upheaval in Michigan, which already has a competitive open governor contest. Given that Peters was coming off two terms as chairman of the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee and is only 66, the announcement was a surprise. One source told us Peters had been looking for a campaign manager for a reelection only weeks ago.

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Amy Walter @amyewalter

10 Apr 25

Trump is a risk-taker & those risks have often paid off for HIM. Rs who are uncomfortable with this level of risk can’t change that. If they don’t like the rollercoaster, they should get off and not run. https://t.co/4dzoqvidpP

Amy Walter @amyewalter

9 Apr 25

Will need to wain &see if trade policy whiplash has done deep/ permanent damage to Trump’s image on the economy. Pre-liberation day polls like WSJ already showed his handling of the economy (-8), lower than his overall job approval rating (-5)

Amy Walter @amyewalter

8 Apr 25

Things my dog is personally offended by: sneezing, placement and size of couch cushions, wind.