Ross Godwin

6 days ago | washingtonpost.com | Ross Godwin

On this episode, The Washington Post's Rhonda Colvin and James Hohmann are joined by senior national political correspondent Naftali Bendavid to break down whether President Trump is setting up his second term to make him a chief executive associated with prosperity, or with austerity. Having run on a platform of economic populism, Trump now says the country will have to endure "pain" – but is that what voters wanted?

2 weeks ago | washingtonpost.com | Ross Godwin

On this episode, The Washington Post's Libby Casey, James Hohmann and JM Rieger discuss the latest allegations that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth shared information about military plans on a group chat – this time, one that reportedly included his wife, brother and personal lawyer. The crew breaks down Hegseth's attempts at damage control, and why he's still in the job. Then, we go inside the reported chaos, screaming matches and proposed DOGE cuts at the Pentagon.

1 month ago | washingtonpost.com | Ross Godwin

On this episode, The Washington Post's Libby Casey, Rhonda Colvin and James Hohmann discuss the latest on the economy and Trump's tariffs – starting with the short-lived morning rally in the U.S. stock markets. The crew breaks down whether President Trump and his administration might be willing to negotiate with countries on the import duties Trump has put in place.

1 month ago | washingtonpost.com | Ross Godwin

Through unmatched reporting, expertise and lively conversations, co-host Aaron Blake, political reporter, analyzes and distills the moments

Feb 6, 2025 | washingtonpost.com | Ross Godwin

Through unmatched reporting, expertise and lively conversations, co-host Aaron Blake, political reporter, analyzes and distills the moments