Why Matt Gaetz Might Actually Become Attorney General
Gaetz won’t get confirmed; everybody knows that, former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy said Thursday, echoing a sentiment shared across Washington after President-elect Donald Trump’s bombshell nomination of Matt Gaetz for attorney general. The announcement drew reactions ranging from disbelief to…
Can Trump Be the New Reagan?
Eight years ago, I watched Donald Trump’s first presidential victory unfold during a breakfast gathering with European policymakers at POLITICO’s Brussels office. The reaction that morning was a mix of shock and disbelief. Fast forward to today, and while anxiety…
Here’s What Kamala Harris Needs to Do to Win Over the Middle Ground Voters
With the iconic “Vehicle City” sign behind her, Vice President Kamala Harris stood last week in Michigan’s heartland, an emblem of the American auto industry. Her speech skillfully tailored to the blue-collar workers of the Midwest, emphasized a clear message…
Kevin McCarthy’s Rebranding Tour: Crafting a Legacy in the Wake of His Ouster
Kevin McCarthy has always had an affinity for American history. The portraits of figures like Abraham Lincoln and Ronald Reagan that adorned his Capitol Hill office, and the frequent references to past events in his speeches, are just a few…
Mark Cuban Steps Into the Political Spotlight, Championing Harris’ Economic Agenda
Mark Cuban, billionaire investor and media personality, has emerged as a vocal advocate for Vice President Kamala Harris, describing her as a leader who resonates with “grinders” — those who relentlessly pursue better opportunities for themselves and their families. “The…