https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/ Donald Trump’s historic presidency is unlike any other that’s come before it. From a record-setting staff turnover rate to unpredictable policy decisions to an ongoing investigation into his campaign, each episode of this podcast focuses on one aspect of Trump’s time in the White House that raises the question: ‘Can He Do That?’ Led by host Allison Michaels, the podcast features Washington Post reporters and experts to illuminate the ways Donald Trump can reshape the presidency. And what that means for the United States and the rest of the world. en-us © The Washington Post The Washington Post episodic Donald Trump’s historic presidency is unlike any other that’s come before it. From a record-setting staff turnover rate to unpredictable policy decisions to an ongoing investigation into his campaign, each episode of this podcast focuses on one aspect of Trump’s time in the White House that raises the question: ‘Can He Do That?’ Led by host Allison Michaels, the podcast features Washington Post reporters and experts to illuminate the ways Donald Trump can reshape the presidency. And what that means for the United States and the rest of the world. Can He Do That? jessica.stahl@washpost.com The Washington Post no https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/how-trumps-syria-decision-is-testing-gop-support/?tid=aud_rsslink First, Pentagon reporter Dan Lamothe explains the complexities of the Turkey-Syria conflict. Then, political reporter Robert Costa explains how Trump’s decision to withdraw U.S. troops from the border area might be putting his political coalition at risk. Fri, 11 Oct 2019 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5d9fbea146e0fb0008928b49 The Washington Post 1897 First, Pentagon reporter Dan Lamothe explains the complexities of the Turkey-Syria conflict. Then, political reporter Robert Costa explains how Trump’s decision to withdraw U.S. troops from the border area might be putting his political coalition at risk. First, Pentagon reporter Dan Lamothe explains the complexities of the Turkey-Syria conflict. Then, political reporter Robert Costa explains how Trump’s decision to withdraw U.S. troops from the border area might be putting his political coalition at risk. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/how-trumps-syria-decision-is-testing-gop-support/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/congress-requested-depositions-the-trump-administration-blocked-them-who-wins/?tid=aud_rsslink Reporter Shane Harris breaks down how the State Department blocked the U.S. ambassador to the European Union from testifying to Congress Tuesday. If few testimonies actually happen, what does that mean for the impeachment inquiry going forward? Tue, 08 Oct 2019 22:00:39 +0000 The Washington Post 5d9cfbaf46e0fb0008928ab2 The Washington Post 1321 Reporter Shane Harris breaks down how the State Department blocked the U.S. ambassador to the European Union from testifying to Congress Tuesday. If few testimonies actually happen, what does that mean for the impeachment inquiry going forward? Reporter Shane Harris breaks down how the State Department blocked the U.S. ambassador to the European Union from testifying to Congress Tuesday. If few testimonies actually happen, what does that mean for the impeachment inquiry going forward? https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/congress-requested-depositions-the-trump-administration-blocked-them-who-wins/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/does-trumps-urging-china-to-investigate-the-bidens-complicate-the-impeachment-inquiry/?tid=aud_rsslink Reporter Aaron Blake explains what makes Trump’s request of China different from that of Ukraine, how federal election law might apply, and where the founders of our country stood on foreign interference in our government. Thu, 03 Oct 2019 22:52:33 +0000 The Washington Post 5d967bb14cedfd0008cce8e4 The Washington Post 1195 Reporter Aaron Blake explains what makes Trump’s request of China different from that of Ukraine, how federal election law might apply, and where the founders of our country stood on foreign interference in our government. Reporter Aaron Blake explains what makes Trump’s request of China different from that of Ukraine, how federal election law might apply, and where the founders of our country stood on foreign interference in our government. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/does-trumps-urging-china-to-investigate-the-bidens-complicate-the-impeachment-inquiry/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/are-whistleblowers-protected-from-the-president/?tid=aud_rsslink President Trump’s targeted effort to discredit, and reveal the name of, a government employee raises questions about legal protections for whistleblowers -- and the repercussions for whoever might disclose his or her identity to the public. Tue, 01 Oct 2019 21:36:45 +0000 The Washington Post 5d93c6ed4cedfd0008cce770 The Washington Post 1364 President Trump’s targeted effort to discredit, and reveal the name of, a government employee raises questions about legal protections for whistleblowers -- and the repercussions for whoever might disclose his or her identity to the public. President Trump’s targeted effort to discredit, and reveal the name of, a government employee raises questions about legal protections for whistleblowers -- and the repercussions for whoever might disclose his or her identity to the public. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/are-whistleblowers-protected-from-the-president/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/a-whistleblower-a-phone-call-a-tipping-point/?tid=aud_rsslink Reporter Matt Zapotosky on how this fast-paced news week unfolded, what we learned from documents, transcripts and testimonies, and what happens next now that House Speaker Pelosi has opened a formal impeachment inquiry into the president. Fri, 27 Sep 2019 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5d8d877ecff47e0008eeb7aa The Washington Post 1977 Reporter Matt Zapotosky on how this fast-paced news week unfolded, what we learned from documents, transcripts and testimonies, and what happens next now that House Speaker Pelosi has opened a formal impeachment inquiry into the president. Reporter Matt Zapotosky on how this fast-paced news week unfolded, what we learned from documents, transcripts and testimonies, and what happens next now that House Speaker Pelosi has opened a formal impeachment inquiry into the president. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/a-whistleblower-a-phone-call-a-tipping-point/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/california-wants-its-own-strict-air-pollution-standards-trump-has-other-ideas/?tid=aud_rsslink The latest move from the Trump administration threatens to set in motion a massive legal battle and plunge automakers into uncertainty. The Post’s Juliet Eilperin explains how much power a president has over national environmental policy. Fri, 20 Sep 2019 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5d8413d14cedfd0008b2c8eb The Washington Post 1631 The latest move from the Trump administration threatens to set in motion a massive legal battle and plunge automakers into uncertainty. The Post’s Juliet Eilperin explains how much power a president has over national environmental policy. The latest move from the Trump administration threatens to set in motion a massive legal battle and plunge automakers into uncertainty. The Post’s Juliet Eilperin explains how much power a president has over national environmental policy. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/california-wants-its-own-strict-air-pollution-standards-trump-has-other-ideas/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/what-happens-when-a-president-overrides-science/?tid=aud_rsslink Weather editor Andrew Freedman explains how Trump’s inaccurate hurricane tweet led to worrying implications for NOAA and the NWS, and what happens when a president politicizes scientific institutions. Fri, 13 Sep 2019 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5d7aac0452faff0008e54600 The Washington Post 1580 Weather editor Andrew Freedman explains how Trump’s inaccurate hurricane tweet led to worrying implications for NOAA and the NWS, and what happens when a president politicizes scientific institutions. Weather editor Andrew Freedman explains how Trump’s inaccurate hurricane tweet led to worrying implications for NOAA and the NWS, and what happens when a president politicizes scientific institutions. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/what-happens-when-a-president-overrides-science/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/summer-is-an-opportunity-for-presidents-did-trump-take-it/?tid=aud_rsslink Some of President Trump’s allies described a lost summer, full of controversies and missed opportunities. White House reporter Ashley Parker explains how presidents have strategized in summer, and how Trump’s approach is different. Fri, 06 Sep 2019 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5d716d39d60180000896a773 The Washington Post 1151 Some of President Trump’s allies described a lost summer, full of controversies and missed opportunities. White House reporter Ashley Parker explains how presidents have strategized in summer, and how Trump’s approach is different. Some of President Trump’s allies described a lost summer, full of controversies and missed opportunities. White House reporter Ashley Parker explains how presidents have strategized in summer, and how Trump’s approach is different. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/summer-is-an-opportunity-for-presidents-did-trump-take-it/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trumps-latest-trade-war-escalation-ordering-businesses-out-of-china-can-he-do-that/?tid=aud_rsslink The commercial war between two economic superpowers has entered a new phase. The Post’s Jeanne Whalen explains whether President Trump’s edict to U.S. business is enforceable and what the latest trade war developments mean for the global economy. Fri, 30 Aug 2019 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5d684a58c9e77c0008aff21e The Washington Post 1224 The commercial war between two economic superpowers has entered a new phase. The Post’s Jeanne Whalen explains whether President Trump’s edict to U.S. business is enforceable and what the latest trade war developments mean for the global economy. The commercial war between two economic superpowers has entered a new phase. The Post’s Jeanne Whalen explains whether President Trump’s edict to U.S. business is enforceable and what the latest trade war developments mean for the global economy. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trumps-latest-trade-war-escalation-ordering-businesses-out-of-china-can-he-do-that/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/does-the-president-have-the-power-to-buy-greenland/?tid=aud_rsslink President Trump abruptly canceled a trip to Denmark because the country’s prime minister wouldn’t discuss the purchase of Greenland. Economic policy reporter Damien Paletta explains whether Trump’s effort to purchase Greenland is as unusual as it seems. Fri, 23 Aug 2019 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5d5f055dc9e77c00085cdc97 The Washington Post 1035 President Trump abruptly canceled a trip to Denmark because the country’s prime minister wouldn’t discuss the purchase of Greenland. Economic policy reporter Damien Paletta explains whether Trump’s effort to purchase Greenland is as unusual as it seems. President Trump abruptly canceled a trip to Denmark because the country’s prime minister wouldn’t discuss the purchase of Greenland. Economic policy reporter Damien Paletta explains whether Trump’s effort to purchase Greenland is as unusual as it seems. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/does-the-president-have-the-power-to-buy-greenland/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/how-much-can-a-president-affect-gun-policy/?tid=aud_rsslink After two mass shootings, President Trump is considering background checks and red-flag laws. But he has suggested action on gun control in the past, only to later backtrack. Will this time be different? Fri, 09 Aug 2019 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5d4c7f5dc9e77c00085ec581 The Washington Post 1087 After two mass shootings, President Trump is considering background checks and red-flag laws. But he has suggested action on gun control in the past, only to later backtrack. Will this time be different? After two mass shootings, President Trump is considering background checks and red-flag laws. But he has suggested action on gun control in the past, only to later backtrack. Will this time be different? https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/how-much-can-a-president-affect-gun-policy/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/how-far-can-a-president-go-to-get-the-intelligence-chief-he-wants/?tid=aud_rsslink Some officials have questioned whether President Trump’s pick for the Director of National Intelligence might use the position to serve Trump’s political interests. Reporter Shane Harris explains the role of the law in the job’s qualifications. Fri, 02 Aug 2019 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5d434323cff47e000884daa5 The Washington Post 1263 Some officials have questioned whether President Trump’s pick for the Director of National Intelligence might use the position to serve Trump’s political interests. Reporter Shane Harris explains the role of the law in the job’s qualifications. Some officials have questioned whether President Trump’s pick for the Director of National Intelligence might use the position to serve Trump’s political interests. Reporter Shane Harris explains the role of the law in the job’s qualifications. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/how-far-can-a-president-go-to-get-the-intelligence-chief-he-wants/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/problematic-is-an-understatement-robert-mueller-testifies-before-congress/?tid=aud_rsslink Wednesday’s hearings marked the first time former special counsel Robert Mueller answered questions about his investigation. The Post’s Justice Department reporter Matt Zapotosky explains the significance of Mueller’s answers. Thu, 25 Jul 2019 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5d38eed7c9e77c00084eb5e8 The Washington Post 1558 Wednesday’s hearings marked the first time former special counsel Robert Mueller answered questions about his investigation. The Post’s Justice Department reporter Matt Zapotosky explains the significance of Mueller’s answers. Wednesday’s hearings marked the first time former special counsel Robert Mueller answered questions about his investigation. The Post’s Justice Department reporter Matt Zapotosky explains the significance of Mueller’s answers. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/problematic-is-an-understatement-robert-mueller-testifies-before-congress/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/how-trumps-racist-comments-can-be-used-against-him-in-court/?tid=aud_rsslink President Trump’s language may be part of his political strategy, but this moment raises questions about what consequences the president can face for using inflammatory language. Fred Barbash explains how Trump’s words can legally work against him. Fri, 19 Jul 2019 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5d30eb9bcff47e000811f1ed The Washington Post 1406 President Trump’s language may be part of his political strategy, but this moment raises questions about what consequences the president can face for using inflammatory language. Fred Barbash explains how Trump’s words can legally work against him. President Trump’s language may be part of his political strategy, but this moment raises questions about what consequences the president can face for using inflammatory language. Fred Barbash explains how Trump’s words can legally work against him. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/how-trumps-racist-comments-can-be-used-against-him-in-court/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trump-avoids-releasing-his-business-information-to-the-courts--for-now/?tid=aud_rsslink A federal appeals court dismissed a lawsuit claiming President Trump is illegally profiting from foreign and state government visits to his D.C. hotel. Post legal affairs reporter Ann Marimow untangles the details and implications for our country. Fri, 12 Jul 2019 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5d27a72652faff0008aefb70 The Washington Post 1085 A federal appeals court dismissed a lawsuit claiming President Trump is illegally profiting from foreign and state government visits to his D.C. hotel. Post legal affairs reporter Ann Marimow untangles the details and implications for our country. A federal appeals court dismissed a lawsuit claiming President Trump is illegally profiting from foreign and state government visits to his D.C. hotel. Post legal affairs reporter Ann Marimow untangles the details and implications for our country. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trump-avoids-releasing-his-business-information-to-the-courts--for-now/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/the-framers-would-not-recognize-the-modern-presidency/?tid=aud_rsslink For this special Fourth of July episode, we’re going back to the beginning. Jeff Rosen, president of the National Constitution Center, explains how the Founding Fathers intended the presidency and how it has evolved. Thu, 04 Jul 2019 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5d1cfb0346e0fb0008d9280b The Washington Post 1647 For this special Fourth of July episode, we’re going back to the beginning. Jeff Rosen, president of the National Constitution Center, explains how the Founding Fathers intended the presidency and how it has evolved. For this special Fourth of July episode, we’re going back to the beginning. Jeff Rosen, president of the National Constitution Center, explains how the Founding Fathers intended the presidency and how it has evolved. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/the-framers-would-not-recognize-the-modern-presidency/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trump-vs-iran-a-presidents-choices-as-commander-in-chief/?tid=aud_rsslink The president has significant power when it comes to war. Pentagon reporter Dan Lamothe explains what led to this escalation with Iran, Trump’s strategy going forward and how recent events affect international perceptions of U.S. might. Fri, 28 Jun 2019 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5d153572c9e77c000890637f The Washington Post 1042 The president has significant power when it comes to war. Pentagon reporter Dan Lamothe explains what led to this escalation with Iran, Trump’s strategy going forward and how recent events affect international perceptions of U.S. might. The president has significant power when it comes to war. Pentagon reporter Dan Lamothe explains what led to this escalation with Iran, Trump’s strategy going forward and how recent events affect international perceptions of U.S. might. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trump-vs-iran-a-presidents-choices-as-commander-in-chief/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/introducing-moonrise-1/?tid=aud_rsslink The 'Can He Do That?' team presents a new Post podcast, 'Moonrise' and showcases a segment from the Post's daily podcast 'Post Reports' about developments in Iran and what it has to say about President Trump's approach to foreign policy. Fri, 21 Jun 2019 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5d0bf38a4cedfd0008c133a3 The Washington Post 917 The 'Can He Do That?' team presents a new Post podcast, 'Moonrise' and showcases a segment from the Post's daily podcast 'Post Reports' about developments in Iran and what it has to say about President Trump's approach to foreign policy. The 'Can He Do That?' team presents a new Post podcast, 'Moonrise' and showcases a segment from the Post's daily podcast 'Post Reports' about developments in Iran and what it has to say about President Trump's approach to foreign policy. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/introducing-moonrise-1/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/how-the-sprawling-democratic-field-will-winnow-down-to-trumps-single-opponent/?tid=aud_rsslink What are the pros and cons for Trump in facing a huge number of candidates? National political reporter Michael Scherer explains how the upcoming Democratic primary debates may help narrow the field and what we can expect as campaign season continues. Fri, 14 Jun 2019 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5d02b97646e0fb00081ed48d The Washington Post 1601 What are the pros and cons for Trump in facing a huge number of candidates? National political reporter Michael Scherer explains how the upcoming Democratic primary debates may help narrow the field and what we can expect as campaign season continues. What are the pros and cons for Trump in facing a huge number of candidates? National political reporter Michael Scherer explains how the upcoming Democratic primary debates may help narrow the field and what we can expect as campaign season continues. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/how-the-sprawling-democratic-field-will-winnow-down-to-trumps-single-opponent/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/heres-what-happens-if-trump-imposes-tariffs-on-mexican-imports/?tid=aud_rsslink Does the law allow Trump to tax Mexican imports? Can the Senate stop him from following through on his threat? Economic policy reporter Damian Paletta explains the potential consequences of Mexican tariffs for American consumers and the economy at large. Fri, 07 Jun 2019 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5cf97f3e4cedfd00089a2104 The Washington Post 1412 Does the law allow Trump to tax Mexican imports? Can the Senate stop him from following through on his threat? Economic policy reporter Damian Paletta explains the potential consequences of Mexican tariffs for American consumers and the economy at large. Does the law allow Trump to tax Mexican imports? Can the Senate stop him from following through on his threat? Economic policy reporter Damian Paletta explains the potential consequences of Mexican tariffs for American consumers and the economy at large. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/heres-what-happens-if-trump-imposes-tariffs-on-mexican-imports/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/investigating-an-investigation-barrs-newfound-power-to-declassify-materials/?tid=aud_rsslink President Trump gave Attorney General Barr full declassification authority for his audit of the Russia investigation. Reporter Devlin Barrett explains the president's unusual move and how Barr's power is perceived in the intelligence community. Fri, 31 May 2019 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5cf0405052faff000836cf20 The Washington Post 950 President Trump gave Attorney General Barr full declassification authority for his audit of the Russia investigation. Reporter Devlin Barrett explains the president's unusual move and how Barr's power is perceived in the intelligence community. President Trump gave Attorney General Barr full declassification authority for his audit of the Russia investigation. Reporter Devlin Barrett explains the president's unusual move and how Barr's power is perceived in the intelligence community. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/investigating-an-investigation-barrs-newfound-power-to-declassify-materials/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-they-or-wont-they-where-house-democrats-stand-on-impeachment/?tid=aud_rsslink President Trump cut short a bipartisan infrastructure meeting, telling Democrats he won't work with them until they stop investigating him. Congressional reporter Mike DeBonis explains how Democrats might move forward with legislation and investigations. Fri, 24 May 2019 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5ce7260dd60180000859170e The Washington Post 1281 President Trump cut short a bipartisan infrastructure meeting, telling Democrats he won't work with them until they stop investigating him. Congressional reporter Mike DeBonis explains how Democrats might move forward with legislation and investigations. President Trump cut short a bipartisan infrastructure meeting, telling Democrats he won't work with them until they stop investigating him. Congressional reporter Mike DeBonis explains how Democrats might move forward with legislation and investigations. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-they-or-wont-they-where-house-democrats-stand-on-impeachment/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/why-didnt-the-white-house-back-an-international-effort-to-fight-online-extremism/?tid=aud_rsslink At the intersection of regulation and free speech, the "Christchurch Call" presents a challenge for a president who alleges political bias from social media sites. Tech policy reporter Tony Romm explains the potential consequences of Trump's decision. Fri, 17 May 2019 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5cddcd41cff47e0008f174ed The Washington Post 1058 At the intersection of regulation and free speech, the "Christchurch Call" presents a challenge for a president who alleges political bias from social media sites. Tech policy reporter Tony Romm explains the potential consequences of Trump's decision. At the intersection of regulation and free speech, the "Christchurch Call" presents a challenge for a president who alleges political bias from social media sites. Tech policy reporter Tony Romm explains the potential consequences of Trump's decision. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/why-didnt-the-white-house-back-an-international-effort-to-fight-online-extremism/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/what-happens-when-a-president-asserts-executive-privilege/?tid=aud_rsslink The conflict between Congress and the White House accelerated as President Trump blocked access to the unredacted Mueller report. Reporter Carol Leonnig explains executive privilege and what Trump's assertion means for Congressional investigations. Fri, 10 May 2019 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5cd4919b46e0fb0008171195 The Washington Post 1067 The conflict between Congress and the White House accelerated as President Trump blocked access to the unredacted Mueller report. Reporter Carol Leonnig explains executive privilege and what Trump's assertion means for Congressional investigations. The conflict between Congress and the White House accelerated as President Trump blocked access to the unredacted Mueller report. Reporter Carol Leonnig explains executive privilege and what Trump's assertion means for Congressional investigations. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/what-happens-when-a-president-asserts-executive-privilege/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/how-does-attorney-general-barr-view-presidential-power/?tid=aud_rsslink Reporter Devlin Barrett weighs in on Attorney General William Barr's contentious week on the Hill -- a week that raised questions about Barr's views on presidential power and his role as the top national law enforcement officer in the country. Fri, 03 May 2019 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5ccb72bd4cedfd0008ba651a The Washington Post 1165 Reporter Devlin Barrett weighs in on Attorney General William Barr's contentious week on the Hill -- a week that raised questions about Barr's views on presidential power and his role as the top national law enforcement officer in the country. Reporter Devlin Barrett weighs in on Attorney General William Barr's contentious week on the Hill -- a week that raised questions about Barr's views on presidential power and his role as the top national law enforcement officer in the country. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/how-does-attorney-general-barr-view-presidential-power/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-trump-stop-congress-from-obtaining-documents-and-testimonies/?tid=aud_rsslink Our country is facing a largely unprecedented battle between the White House and Congress. Post investigative reporter Tom Hamburger explains this week's subpoena fights and how the tension between Trump and House Democrats might escalate. Fri, 26 Apr 2019 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5cc224e8d6018000088b5c4a The Washington Post 1223 Our country is facing a largely unprecedented battle between the White House and Congress. Post investigative reporter Tom Hamburger explains this week's subpoena fights and how the tension between Trump and House Democrats might escalate. Our country is facing a largely unprecedented battle between the White House and Congress. Post investigative reporter Tom Hamburger explains this week's subpoena fights and how the tension between Trump and House Democrats might escalate. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-trump-stop-congress-from-obtaining-documents-and-testimonies/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/the-mueller-report-unpacked/?tid=aud_rsslink After nearly two years, America finally gets its first look at special counsel Robert S. Mueller III's report. The Post's Justice Department reporter Matt Zapotosky explains new insights we've gained from an early look at the details. Thu, 18 Apr 2019 22:41:49 +0000 The Washington Post 5cb8fd2d4cedfd00083aa64d The Washington Post 1414 After nearly two years, America finally gets its first look at special counsel Robert S. Mueller III's report. The Post's Justice Department reporter Matt Zapotosky explains new insights we've gained from an early look at the details. After nearly two years, America finally gets its first look at special counsel Robert S. Mueller III's report. The Post's Justice Department reporter Matt Zapotosky explains new insights we've gained from an early look at the details. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/the-mueller-report-unpacked/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trump-dismantled-leadership-at-dhs-can-he-fill-key-vacancies-however-he-wants-to/?tid=aud_rsslink Reporter Nick Miroff explains what shakeups at the Department of Homeland Security mean for U.S. immigration enforcement. Plus, a look at the president's power to fill important vacancies, from Stanford law professor Anne Joseph O'Connell. Fri, 12 Apr 2019 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5cafb2c74cedfd00086b8daf The Washington Post 1259 Reporter Nick Miroff explains what shakeups at the Department of Homeland Security mean for U.S. immigration enforcement. Plus, a look at the president's power to fill important vacancies, from Stanford law professor Anne Joseph O'Connell. Reporter Nick Miroff explains what shakeups at the Department of Homeland Security mean for U.S. immigration enforcement. Plus, a look at the president's power to fill important vacancies, from Stanford law professor Anne Joseph O'Connell. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trump-dismantled-leadership-at-dhs-can-he-fill-key-vacancies-however-he-wants-to/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trumps-decision-to-definitely-maybe-close-the-border-now--or-a-year-from-now/?tid=aud_rsslink Will Trump ultimately decide to shut down the border? And why keep the country -- including his own administration -- in suspense awaiting a border closing decision? Damian Paletta, the Post's economic policy reporter, explains. Fri, 05 Apr 2019 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5ca68b0146e0fb0008f8a2bf The Washington Post 885 Will Trump ultimately decide to shut down the border? And why keep the country -- including his own administration -- in suspense awaiting a border closing decision? Damian Paletta, the Post's economic policy reporter, explains. Will Trump ultimately decide to shut down the border? And why keep the country -- including his own administration -- in suspense awaiting a border closing decision? Damian Paletta, the Post's economic policy reporter, explains. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trumps-decision-to-definitely-maybe-close-the-border-now--or-a-year-from-now/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trumps-latest-fight-against-obamacare-destroy-it-in-the-courts/?tid=aud_rsslink The Post's David Weigel explains the potential political consequences of Monday's Justice Department filling arguing that the Affordable Care Act should be thrown out. Fri, 29 Mar 2019 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5c9d468b46e0fb0008f87af5 The Washington Post 1081 The Post's David Weigel explains the potential political consequences of Monday's Justice Department filling arguing that the Affordable Care Act should be thrown out. The Post's David Weigel explains the potential political consequences of Monday's Justice Department filling arguing that the Affordable Care Act should be thrown out. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trumps-latest-fight-against-obamacare-destroy-it-in-the-courts/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/mueller-report-what-we-still-dont-know/?tid=aud_rsslink National security reporter Devlin Barrett explains what we know so far about the findings of the special counsel's Russia investigation, what clarity we’ve gained from Attorney General William P. Barr's summary, and what questions remain unanswered. Mon, 25 Mar 2019 18:34:22 +0000 The Washington Post 5c991f2e52faff00080b14e2 The Washington Post 1616 National security reporter Devlin Barrett explains what we know so far about the findings of the special counsel's Russia investigation, what clarity we’ve gained from Attorney General William P. Barr's summary, and what questions remain unanswered. National security reporter Devlin Barrett explains what we know so far about the findings of the special counsel's Russia investigation, what clarity we’ve gained from Attorney General William P. Barr's summary, and what questions remain unanswered. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/mueller-report-what-we-still-dont-know/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/does-a-president-ever-stop-campaigning/?tid=aud_rsslink President Trump’s campaign for 2020 began shortly after he won the 2016 election. Post reporter Jenna Johnson and U.S. Naval Academy professor Brendan J. Doherty explain how presidents grapple with the inherent tension between campaigning and governing. Fri, 22 Mar 2019 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5c93eb5fd60180000830668c The Washington Post 1110 President Trump’s campaign for 2020 began shortly after he won the 2016 election. Post reporter Jenna Johnson and U.S. Naval Academy professor Brendan J. Doherty explain how presidents grapple with the inherent tension between campaigning and governing. President Trump’s campaign for 2020 began shortly after he won the 2016 election. Post reporter Jenna Johnson and U.S. Naval Academy professor Brendan J. Doherty explain how presidents grapple with the inherent tension between campaigning and governing. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/does-a-president-ever-stop-campaigning/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/does-the-president-get-to-decide-which-planes-can-fly/?tid=aud_rsslink Reporter Toluse Olorunnipa explains how global pressure, calls with industry executives and self-proclaimed expertise contributed to Trump's decision to announce an emergency grounding of Boeing 737 Max 8 and 9 airplanes. Fri, 15 Mar 2019 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5c8ac6c0e4b04ad46c3f7bcb The Washington Post 971 Reporter Toluse Olorunnipa explains how global pressure, calls with industry executives and self-proclaimed expertise contributed to Trump's decision to announce an emergency grounding of Boeing 737 Max 8 and 9 airplanes. Reporter Toluse Olorunnipa explains how global pressure, calls with industry executives and self-proclaimed expertise contributed to Trump's decision to announce an emergency grounding of Boeing 737 Max 8 and 9 airplanes. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/does-the-president-get-to-decide-which-planes-can-fly/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/congressional-democrats-ramp-up-investigations-into-trump/?tid=aud_rsslink With congressional reporter Karoun Demirjian, we look at how Capitol Hill's investigations work, how the Democrats are trying to hone their oversight strategy and which lines of inquiry might have significant consequences for the president. Fri, 08 Mar 2019 08:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5c81a8d5e4b045cec374bee0 The Washington Post 1141 With congressional reporter Karoun Demirjian, we look at how Capitol Hill's investigations work, how the Democrats are trying to hone their oversight strategy and which lines of inquiry might have significant consequences for the president. With congressional reporter Karoun Demirjian, we look at how Capitol Hill's investigations work, how the Democrats are trying to hone their oversight strategy and which lines of inquiry might have significant consequences for the president. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/congressional-democrats-ramp-up-investigations-into-trump/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/what-we-learned-from-michael-cohens-scathing-testimony/?tid=aud_rsslink Marc Fisher wraps up this week's hearings, plus a look at what it was like for reporters experiencing the public hearing in realtime. Fri, 01 Mar 2019 08:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5c784e35e4b06c94b2c9b0e3 The Washington Post 1911 Marc Fisher wraps up this week's hearings, plus a look at what it was like for reporters experiencing the public hearing in realtime. Marc Fisher wraps up this week's hearings, plus a look at what it was like for reporters experiencing the public hearing in realtime. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/what-we-learned-from-michael-cohens-scathing-testimony/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-trumps-emergency-survive-legal-and-congressional-challenges/?tid=aud_rsslink How will legal battles over President Trump's emergency play out in the courts? How will Democrats push back in Congress? Is there anything stopping Trump from starting to build the wall today? The Post's legal affairs correspondent Fred Barbash explains. Fri, 22 Feb 2019 08:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5c6f418ee4b06c94b2c9b00d The Washington Post 1164 How will legal battles over President Trump's emergency play out in the courts? How will Democrats push back in Congress? Is there anything stopping Trump from starting to build the wall today? The Post's legal affairs correspondent Fred Barbash explains. How will legal battles over President Trump's emergency play out in the courts? How will Democrats push back in Congress? Is there anything stopping Trump from starting to build the wall today? The Post's legal affairs correspondent Fred Barbash explains. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-trumps-emergency-survive-legal-and-congressional-challenges/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trump-to-declare-a-national-emergency-and-barr-is-confirmed/?tid=aud_rsslink Can Trump get funding for a border wall by declaring a national emergency? And can the new U.S. attorney general decide what happens to the Mueller report? Here's a refresher episode answering key questions surrounding Thursday's news moments. Thu, 14 Feb 2019 22:59:23 +0000 The Washington Post 5c65f2cbe4b067b32762c0c2 The Washington Post 1518 Can Trump get funding for a border wall by declaring a national emergency? And can the new U.S. attorney general decide what happens to the Mueller report? Here's a refresher episode answering key questions surrounding Thursday's news moments. Can Trump get funding for a border wall by declaring a national emergency? And can the new U.S. attorney general decide what happens to the Mueller report? Here's a refresher episode answering key questions surrounding Thursday's news moments. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trump-to-declare-a-national-emergency-and-barr-is-confirmed/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/better-faster-stronger-factchecking-trumps-state-of-the-union-address/?tid=aud_rsslink Which of President Trump's Tuesday night claims were accurate? Salvador Rizzo and Meg Kelly of The Washington Post's Fact Checker team unpack the truth behind some of the biggest claims around immigration, the economy and foreign policy. Wed, 06 Feb 2019 19:26:44 +0000 The Washington Post 5c5b34f4e4b0fa7d25ee5d31 The Washington Post 1649 Which of President Trump's Tuesday night claims were accurate? Salvador Rizzo and Meg Kelly of The Washington Post's Fact Checker team unpack the truth behind some of the biggest claims around immigration, the economy and foreign policy. Which of President Trump's Tuesday night claims were accurate? Salvador Rizzo and Meg Kelly of The Washington Post's Fact Checker team unpack the truth behind some of the biggest claims around immigration, the economy and foreign policy. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/better-faster-stronger-factchecking-trumps-state-of-the-union-address/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/how-much-power-does-an-attorney-general-have-to-protect-a-president/?tid=aud_rsslink William Barr's delayed confirmation vote for attorney general means there's less clarity on who'll see Robert Mueller's report. Post reporters Dan Balz and Devlin Barrett look at history, precedent and law regarding special investigations. Fri, 01 Feb 2019 08:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5c538fa0e4b083fd06412dcf The Washington Post 1487 William Barr's delayed confirmation vote for attorney general means there's less clarity on who'll see Robert Mueller's report. Post reporters Dan Balz and Devlin Barrett look at history, precedent and law regarding special investigations. William Barr's delayed confirmation vote for attorney general means there's less clarity on who'll see Robert Mueller's report. Post reporters Dan Balz and Devlin Barrett look at history, precedent and law regarding special investigations. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/how-much-power-does-an-attorney-general-have-to-protect-a-president/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/the-supreme-court-allowed-trumps-transgender-troops-ban-to-proceed-what-happens-next/?tid=aud_rsslink In a vote Tuesday, the court allowed Trump's restrictions on transgender troops to go into effect. The Post's courts reporter Fred Barbash explains how a president’s policy rises to the Supreme Court, and how it reflects a president's power. Fri, 25 Jan 2019 08:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5c4a5287e4b08d88af480f94 The Washington Post 1259 In a vote Tuesday, the court allowed Trump's restrictions on transgender troops to go into effect. The Post's courts reporter Fred Barbash explains how a president’s policy rises to the Supreme Court, and how it reflects a president's power. In a vote Tuesday, the court allowed Trump's restrictions on transgender troops to go into effect. The Post's courts reporter Fred Barbash explains how a president’s policy rises to the Supreme Court, and how it reflects a president's power. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/the-supreme-court-allowed-trumps-transgender-troops-ban-to-proceed-what-happens-next/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/the-longer-the-shutdown-lasts-the-weirder-the-consequences-get/?tid=aud_rsslink Can Nancy Pelosi postpone the State of the Union address? Can Trump cancel Pelosi's travel? Can Trump and Pelosi find a way to reopen the government? The Post's Colby Itkowitz and Joshua Dawsey unravel details of our country's ongoing political standoff. Fri, 18 Jan 2019 09:56:59 +0000 The Washington Post 5c411ea2e4b09a0a8a994089 The Washington Post 1172 Can Nancy Pelosi postpone the State of the Union address? Can Trump cancel Pelosi's travel? Can Trump and Pelosi find a way to reopen the government? The Post's Colby Itkowitz and Joshua Dawsey unravel details of our country's ongoing political standoff. Can Nancy Pelosi postpone the State of the Union address? Can Trump cancel Pelosi's travel? Can Trump and Pelosi find a way to reopen the government? The Post's Colby Itkowitz and Joshua Dawsey unravel details of our country's ongoing political standoff. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/the-longer-the-shutdown-lasts-the-weirder-the-consequences-get/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/does-trump-have-the-power-to-declare-a-national-emergency-to-get-border-wall-funding/?tid=aud_rsslink Can a president choose to invoke emergency powers whenever he wants? Liza Goitein of the Brennan Center for Justice explains the extent of Trump's power in states of emergency. The Post's Philip Rucker breaks down the challenges of border wall politics. Fri, 11 Jan 2019 08:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5c37c5ace4b0cddb09e34fc9 The Washington Post 1441 Can a president choose to invoke emergency powers whenever he wants? Liza Goitein of the Brennan Center for Justice explains the extent of Trump's power in states of emergency. The Post's Philip Rucker breaks down the challenges of border wall politics. Can a president choose to invoke emergency powers whenever he wants? Liza Goitein of the Brennan Center for Justice explains the extent of Trump's power in states of emergency. The Post's Philip Rucker breaks down the challenges of border wall politics. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/does-trump-have-the-power-to-declare-a-national-emergency-to-get-border-wall-funding/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-trump-face-a-challenger-for-the-gops-2020-nomination/?tid=aud_rsslink Sen. Mitt Romney (R-Utah) wrote an op-ed asserting his independence from Trump -- a move that prompted speculation about a potential 2020 bid. The Post's Robert Costa explains what it would take for Romney, or another GOP contender, to challenge Trump. Fri, 04 Jan 2019 08:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5c2e8383e4b017e877dc36de The Washington Post 1124 Sen. Mitt Romney (R-Utah) wrote an op-ed asserting his independence from Trump -- a move that prompted speculation about a potential 2020 bid. The Post's Robert Costa explains what it would take for Romney, or another GOP contender, to challenge Trump. Sen. Mitt Romney (R-Utah) wrote an op-ed asserting his independence from Trump -- a move that prompted speculation about a potential 2020 bid. The Post's Robert Costa explains what it would take for Romney, or another GOP contender, to challenge Trump. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-trump-face-a-challenger-for-the-gops-2020-nomination/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trumps-year-of-legal-battles-part-2-the-mueller-probe/?tid=aud_rsslink In the final days of 2018, Post reporter Rosalind Helderman recaps the year’s biggest moments in Robert Mueller’s investigation and weighs in on what to watch for as the probe continues. Fri, 28 Dec 2018 08:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5c254254e4b0cadc8089df6b The Washington Post 1456 In the final days of 2018, Post reporter Rosalind Helderman recaps the year’s biggest moments in Robert Mueller’s investigation and weighs in on what to watch for as the probe continues. In the final days of 2018, Post reporter Rosalind Helderman recaps the year’s biggest moments in Robert Mueller’s investigation and weighs in on what to watch for as the probe continues. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trumps-year-of-legal-battles-part-2-the-mueller-probe/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trumps-year-of-legal-battles-pt-1-suits-and-settlements/?tid=aud_rsslink As this year comes to a close, Post reporter David Fahrenthold helps us unravel the details of the swirling lawsuits and investigations surrounding Trump's charity and business. Fri, 21 Dec 2018 08:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5c1c106ae4b052ae6654c257 The Washington Post 1350 As this year comes to a close, Post reporter David Fahrenthold helps us unravel the details of the swirling lawsuits and investigations surrounding Trump's charity and business. As this year comes to a close, Post reporter David Fahrenthold helps us unravel the details of the swirling lawsuits and investigations surrounding Trump's charity and business. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trumps-year-of-legal-battles-pt-1-suits-and-settlements/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/what-does-cohens-sentencing-mean-for-trump-presented-by-post-reports/?tid=aud_rsslink While host Allison Michaels is away this week, we’re bringing you a segment from the Post’s premier daily podcast ‘Post Reports’ on Michael Cohen’s sentencing and what it may mean for Trump. Fri, 14 Dec 2018 08:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5c12d303e4b06ac85d0ead1b The Washington Post 454 While host Allison Michaels is away this week, we’re bringing you a segment from the Post’s premier daily podcast ‘Post Reports’ on Michael Cohen’s sentencing and what it may mean for Trump. While host Allison Michaels is away this week, we’re bringing you a segment from the Post’s premier daily podcast ‘Post Reports’ on Michael Cohen’s sentencing and what it may mean for Trump. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/what-does-cohens-sentencing-mean-for-trump-presented-by-post-reports/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-trump-a-tariff-man-win-the-trade-war-with-china/?tid=aud_rsslink Amid escalating tensions and stalled talks between the U.S. and China, financial reporter David J. Lynch and Beijing Bureau Chief Anna Fifield explain what's at stake for Trump, the two countries and the global economy. Fri, 07 Dec 2018 08:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5c09ada8e4b092e6c6b778c8 The Washington Post 1470 Amid escalating tensions and stalled talks between the U.S. and China, financial reporter David J. Lynch and Beijing Bureau Chief Anna Fifield explain what's at stake for Trump, the two countries and the global economy. Amid escalating tensions and stalled talks between the U.S. and China, financial reporter David J. Lynch and Beijing Bureau Chief Anna Fifield explain what's at stake for Trump, the two countries and the global economy. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-trump-a-tariff-man-win-the-trade-war-with-china/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/what-power-does-trump-have-to-push-back-on-gm-for-closing-us-plants/?tid=aud_rsslink The revival of American manufacturing is a key part of Trump's economic message. Now that GM faces cuts, he's threatened to impose import penalties, and revoke subsidies. What's within his power? Economic policy reporter Damian Paletta explains. Fri, 30 Nov 2018 08:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5c00685be4b0a0912cf9db89 The Washington Post 1419 The revival of American manufacturing is a key part of Trump's economic message. Now that GM faces cuts, he's threatened to impose import penalties, and revoke subsidies. What's within his power? Economic policy reporter Damian Paletta explains. The revival of American manufacturing is a key part of Trump's economic message. Now that GM faces cuts, he's threatened to impose import penalties, and revoke subsidies. What's within his power? Economic policy reporter Damian Paletta explains. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/what-power-does-trump-have-to-push-back-on-gm-for-closing-us-plants/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/how-much-power-does-a-president-have-over-election-recounts/?tid=aud_rsslink Amid recounts in Florida, the president has used strong rhetoric to cast doubt on our elections. Can he do that? Amy Gardner, reporting from Broward County, Fla., explains what's at stake for Republicans, Democrats and the president himself. Fri, 16 Nov 2018 08:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5bee2a50e4b064660c5cb3a5 The Washington Post 1329 Amid recounts in Florida, the president has used strong rhetoric to cast doubt on our elections. Can he do that? Amy Gardner, reporting from Broward County, Fla., explains what's at stake for Republicans, Democrats and the president himself. Amid recounts in Florida, the president has used strong rhetoric to cast doubt on our elections. Can he do that? Amy Gardner, reporting from Broward County, Fla., explains what's at stake for Republicans, Democrats and the president himself. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/how-much-power-does-a-president-have-over-election-recounts/?tid=aud_rsslink full https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/how-will-democrats-use-their-new-power-as-a-check-on-the-president/?tid=aud_rsslink Will a Democratic House stop President Trump's agenda? Mike DeBonis explains how House Democrats might stall Trump's policies in Congress, and Karoun Demirjian breaks down how far the Democrats might go in investigating the president. Fri, 09 Nov 2018 08:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5be4ae97e4b02752889d6d25 The Washington Post 1330 Will a Democratic House stop President Trump's agenda? Mike DeBonis explains how House Democrats might stall Trump's policies in Congress, and Karoun Demirjian breaks down how far the Democrats might go in investigating the president. Will a Democratic House stop President Trump's agenda? Mike DeBonis explains how House Democrats might stall Trump's policies in Congress, and Karoun Demirjian breaks down how far the Democrats might go in investigating the president. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/how-will-democrats-use-their-new-power-as-a-check-on-the-president/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trump-forced-out-his-attorney-general-can-he-do-that/?tid=aud_rsslink Jeff Sessions and President Trump have had a tense relationship since Sessions recused himself from the Russia investigation last year. So why did Trump request his resignation now? And what are the implications for control of Mueller’s ongoing probe? Wed, 07 Nov 2018 23:52:14 +0000 The Washington Post 5be37aaee4b0be44db9767bc The Washington Post 1003 Jeff Sessions and President Trump have had a tense relationship since Sessions recused himself from the Russia investigation last year. So why did Trump request his resignation now? And what are the implications for control of Mueller’s ongoing probe? Jeff Sessions and President Trump have had a tense relationship since Sessions recused himself from the Russia investigation last year. So why did Trump request his resignation now? And what are the implications for control of Mueller’s ongoing probe? https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trump-forced-out-his-attorney-general-can-he-do-that/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/how-do-the-midterm-election-results-reflect-on-the-president/?tid=aud_rsslink After time on the trail tracking candidates and talking to voters, David Weigel offers insight on last night's results. Which party can claim the biggest wins? Was last night a referendum on President Trump? And will we see a new era of bipartisanship? Wed, 07 Nov 2018 19:23:35 +0000 The Washington Post 5be33a3ce4b02752889d6c58 The Washington Post 1311 After time on the trail tracking candidates and talking to voters, David Weigel offers insight on last night's results. Which party can claim the biggest wins? Was last night a referendum on President Trump? And will we see a new era of bipartisanship? After time on the trail tracking candidates and talking to voters, David Weigel offers insight on last night's results. Which party can claim the biggest wins? Was last night a referendum on President Trump? And will we see a new era of bipartisanship? https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/how-do-the-midterm-election-results-reflect-on-the-president/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/president-trump-has-played-an-outsize-role-in-midterm-campaigns-can-he-do-that/?tid=aud_rsslink Are midterm elections always a referendum on the sitting president? Reporters Ashley Parker and Michael Scherer explain whom Trump has endorsed, which candidates have embraced Trump's policies and how his presence might play out at the polls. Fri, 02 Nov 2018 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5bdb65a5e4b0be44db9766a2 The Washington Post 1481 Are midterm elections always a referendum on the sitting president? Reporters Ashley Parker and Michael Scherer explain whom Trump has endorsed, which candidates have embraced Trump's policies and how his presence might play out at the polls. Are midterm elections always a referendum on the sitting president? Reporters Ashley Parker and Michael Scherer explain whom Trump has endorsed, which candidates have embraced Trump's policies and how his presence might play out at the polls. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/president-trump-has-played-an-outsize-role-in-midterm-campaigns-can-he-do-that/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trump-says-hell-stop-a-migrant-group-from-crossing-the-us-southern-border-can-he-do-that/?tid=aud_rsslink White House reporter David Nakamura explains which pieces of border operations and immigration law Trump can change or influence. Plus, Kevin Sieff recounts migrant experiences from his time traveling with the caravan in Mexico. Fri, 26 Oct 2018 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5bd2617ee4b03da46c6dde76 The Washington Post 1390 White House reporter David Nakamura explains which pieces of border operations and immigration law Trump can change or influence. Plus, Kevin Sieff recounts migrant experiences from his time traveling with the caravan in Mexico. White House reporter David Nakamura explains which pieces of border operations and immigration law Trump can change or influence. Plus, Kevin Sieff recounts migrant experiences from his time traveling with the caravan in Mexico. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trump-says-hell-stop-a-migrant-group-from-crossing-the-us-southern-border-can-he-do-that/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trump-faces-a-challenging-moment-in-saudius-relations-whats-at-stake/?tid=aud_rsslink Washington Post contributing columnist Jamal Khashoggis disappeared from a Saudi consulate in Turkey. His editor, Karen Attiah, sheds light on Khashoggi as a person and a writer. Reporter Shane Harris breaks down this pivotal foreign policy moment. Fri, 19 Oct 2018 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5bc92ef8e4b0a9b060b77a60 The Washington Post 1794 Washington Post contributing columnist Jamal Khashoggis disappeared from a Saudi consulate in Turkey. His editor, Karen Attiah, sheds light on Khashoggi as a person and a writer. Reporter Shane Harris breaks down this pivotal foreign policy moment. Washington Post contributing columnist Jamal Khashoggis disappeared from a Saudi consulate in Turkey. His editor, Karen Attiah, sheds light on Khashoggi as a person and a writer. Reporter Shane Harris breaks down this pivotal foreign policy moment. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trump-faces-a-challenging-moment-in-saudius-relations-whats-at-stake/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trump-made-some-strange-financial-moves-in-the-decade-before-he-became-president-can-he-do-that/?tid=aud_rsslink Trump's financial past includes $400 million in cash spending, $300 million in private loans and a $50 million loan to himself. David Fahrenthold and Jonathan O'Connell unravel their investigation into the mysteries of Trump's finances from 2005-2015. Fri, 12 Oct 2018 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5bbfca10e4b0861050b68135 The Washington Post 1443 Trump's financial past includes $400 million in cash spending, $300 million in private loans and a $50 million loan to himself. David Fahrenthold and Jonathan O'Connell unravel their investigation into the mysteries of Trump's finances from 2005-2015. Trump's financial past includes $400 million in cash spending, $300 million in private loans and a $50 million loan to himself. David Fahrenthold and Jonathan O'Connell unravel their investigation into the mysteries of Trump's finances from 2005-2015. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trump-made-some-strange-financial-moves-in-the-decade-before-he-became-president-can-he-do-that/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/how-can-the-supreme-court-maintain-impartiality-in-americas-modern-political-climate/?tid=aud_rsslink What happens to the public's perceived independence of the Supreme Court when confirmation processes devolve into partisan battles? The Post's Robert Barnes explains the evolving relationship between politics and the judiciary. Fri, 05 Oct 2018 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5bb6a663e4b0cdd2a4e7f226 The Washington Post 1629 What happens to the public's perceived independence of the Supreme Court when confirmation processes devolve into partisan battles? The Post's Robert Barnes explains the evolving relationship between politics and the judiciary. What happens to the public's perceived independence of the Supreme Court when confirmation processes devolve into partisan battles? The Post's Robert Barnes explains the evolving relationship between politics and the judiciary. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/how-can-the-supreme-court-maintain-impartiality-in-americas-modern-political-climate/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/kavanaugh-and-ford-will-testify-at-the-senate-heres-what-to-expect/?tid=aud_rsslink Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh and Dr. Christine Blasey Ford will testify in relation to sexual misconduct allegations that have arisen during Kavanaugh's confirmation process. With much at stake, Trump is standing by his nominee for now. Wed, 26 Sep 2018 22:20:17 +0000 The Washington Post 5bac0621e4b0db1084416950 The Washington Post 1521 Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh and Dr. Christine Blasey Ford will testify in relation to sexual misconduct allegations that have arisen during Kavanaugh's confirmation process. With much at stake, Trump is standing by his nominee for now. Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh and Dr. Christine Blasey Ford will testify in relation to sexual misconduct allegations that have arisen during Kavanaugh's confirmation process. With much at stake, Trump is standing by his nominee for now. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/kavanaugh-and-ford-will-testify-at-the-senate-heres-what-to-expect/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trump-ordered-russia-investigation-documents-declassified-can-he-do-that/?tid=aud_rsslink At odds with the Justice Department, Trump wants some texts, interviews and warrants made public. We explore his exercise of presidential power when it pushes against well-established norms and creates conflicts of interest. Fri, 21 Sep 2018 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5ba40c26e4b0db10844167c6 The Washington Post 1307 At odds with the Justice Department, Trump wants some texts, interviews and warrants made public. We explore his exercise of presidential power when it pushes against well-established norms and creates conflicts of interest. At odds with the Justice Department, Trump wants some texts, interviews and warrants made public. We explore his exercise of presidential power when it pushes against well-established norms and creates conflicts of interest. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trump-ordered-russia-investigation-documents-declassified-can-he-do-that/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/president-trump-says-we-are-absolutely-totally-prepared-for-hurricane-florence-are-we/?tid=aud_rsslink Trump called the handling of Hurricane Maria an "unsung success" and falsely said its high death count was generated to make him look bad. As we face Florence, reporter Joel Achenbach adds insight to Trump's claims and the state of our preparedness. Fri, 14 Sep 2018 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5b9af166e4b07fc2ce0ddf23 The Washington Post 1428 Trump called the handling of Hurricane Maria an "unsung success" and falsely said its high death count was generated to make him look bad. As we face Florence, reporter Joel Achenbach adds insight to Trump's claims and the state of our preparedness. Trump called the handling of Hurricane Maria an "unsung success" and falsely said its high death count was generated to make him look bad. As we face Florence, reporter Joel Achenbach adds insight to Trump's claims and the state of our preparedness. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/president-trump-says-we-are-absolutely-totally-prepared-for-hurricane-florence-are-we/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/a-harrowing-book-an-anonymous-oped-and-a-white-house-in-chaos/?tid=aud_rsslink After a week of revelations about what it's like to work for President Trump, White House bureau chief Philip Rucker offers insight into the state of the administration. Fri, 07 Sep 2018 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5b91c2e6e4b0db43a4e661a0 The Washington Post 1178 After a week of revelations about what it's like to work for President Trump, White House bureau chief Philip Rucker offers insight into the state of the administration. After a week of revelations about what it's like to work for President Trump, White House bureau chief Philip Rucker offers insight into the state of the administration. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/a-harrowing-book-an-anonymous-oped-and-a-white-house-in-chaos/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/exclusive-phone-call-between-president-trump-and-bob-woodward/?tid=aud_rsslink Bob Woodward sought an interview with President Trump as he was writing "Fear," a book about his presidency. Trump called Woodward in early August, after the manuscript had been completed, to say he wanted to participate. This is audio of that call. Tue, 04 Sep 2018 16:08:24 +0000 The Washington Post 5b8eadf8e4b07fc2ce0ddd6b The Washington Post 829 Bob Woodward sought an interview with President Trump as he was writing "Fear," a book about his presidency. Trump called Woodward in early August, after the manuscript had been completed, to say he wanted to participate. This is audio of that call. Bob Woodward sought an interview with President Trump as he was writing "Fear," a book about his presidency. Trump called Woodward in early August, after the manuscript had been completed, to say he wanted to participate. This is audio of that call. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/exclusive-phone-call-between-president-trump-and-bob-woodward/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trump-threatened-to-take-a-look-at-google-for-rigged-results-can-he-do-that/?tid=aud_rsslink Does the administration have power to regulate the information technology companies distribute? Post technology reporter Brian Fung, technology ethicist David Ryan Polgar and law professor Genevieve Lakier explain how far Trump can take his concerns. Fri, 31 Aug 2018 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5b888407e4b0db43a4e6609e The Washington Post 1489 Does the administration have power to regulate the information technology companies distribute? Post technology reporter Brian Fung, technology ethicist David Ryan Polgar and law professor Genevieve Lakier explain how far Trump can take his concerns. Does the administration have power to regulate the information technology companies distribute? Post technology reporter Brian Fung, technology ethicist David Ryan Polgar and law professor Genevieve Lakier explain how far Trump can take his concerns. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trump-threatened-to-take-a-look-at-google-for-rigged-results-can-he-do-that/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/michael-cohen-spent-years-alongside-trump-what-might-he-know/?tid=aud_rsslink Trump’s longtime lawyer and friend, who made a plea implicating Trump this week, has connections to the president’s charity and business. Post reporter Rosalind Helderman explains what we've learned from documents made public by Cohen’s plea. Fri, 24 Aug 2018 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5b7f2fd5e4b0db43a4e65f2e The Washington Post 1215 Trump’s longtime lawyer and friend, who made a plea implicating Trump this week, has connections to the president’s charity and business. Post reporter Rosalind Helderman explains what we've learned from documents made public by Cohen’s plea. Trump’s longtime lawyer and friend, who made a plea implicating Trump this week, has connections to the president’s charity and business. Post reporter Rosalind Helderman explains what we've learned from documents made public by Cohen’s plea. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/michael-cohen-spent-years-alongside-trump-what-might-he-know/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/michael-cohen-implicates-trump-paul-manafort-is-found-guilty-what-happens-now/?tid=aud_rsslink Within a few minutes on Tuesday afternoon, two people close to Trump are declared guilty. This special break-in episode with Post reporter Devlin Barrett breaks down what these major developments mean for the President of the United States. Wed, 22 Aug 2018 18:05:43 +0000 The Washington Post 5b7da5f7e4b0360360a1f24c The Washington Post 1365 Within a few minutes on Tuesday afternoon, two people close to Trump are declared guilty. This special break-in episode with Post reporter Devlin Barrett breaks down what these major developments mean for the President of the United States. Within a few minutes on Tuesday afternoon, two people close to Trump are declared guilty. This special break-in episode with Post reporter Devlin Barrett breaks down what these major developments mean for the President of the United States. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/michael-cohen-implicates-trump-paul-manafort-is-found-guilty-what-happens-now/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trump-is-trying-to-enforce-an-nda-against-omarosa-manigault-newman-can-he-do-that/?tid=aud_rsslink A former White House aide is releasing details from her time in the administration. Trump wants to stop her. White House reporter Joshua Dawsey and watchdog director Danielle Brian explain what happens when a president seeks NDAs for government employees. Fri, 17 Aug 2018 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5b75e690e4b0546fba0d6dcf The Washington Post 1367 A former White House aide is releasing details from her time in the administration. Trump wants to stop her. White House reporter Joshua Dawsey and watchdog director Danielle Brian explain what happens when a president seeks NDAs for government employees. A former White House aide is releasing details from her time in the administration. Trump wants to stop her. White House reporter Joshua Dawsey and watchdog director Danielle Brian explain what happens when a president seeks NDAs for government employees. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trump-is-trying-to-enforce-an-nda-against-omarosa-manigault-newman-can-he-do-that/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trump-wants-to-distance-himself-from-paul-manaforts-trial-can-he-do-that/?tid=aud_rsslink The ongoing trial of Trump’s former campaign manager can affect the future of the Mueller investigation. National security reporter Devlin Barrett and former federal prosecutor Robert Mintz explain what the jury’s verdict might mean for the president. Fri, 10 Aug 2018 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5b6cd40ce4b0d21970a5e5bc The Washington Post 1266 The ongoing trial of Trump’s former campaign manager can affect the future of the Mueller investigation. National security reporter Devlin Barrett and former federal prosecutor Robert Mintz explain what the jury’s verdict might mean for the president. The ongoing trial of Trump’s former campaign manager can affect the future of the Mueller investigation. National security reporter Devlin Barrett and former federal prosecutor Robert Mintz explain what the jury’s verdict might mean for the president. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trump-wants-to-distance-himself-from-paul-manaforts-trial-can-he-do-that/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trump-says-that-even-if-there-were-collusion-there-was-no-crime-can-he-do-that/?tid=aud_rsslink What are the legal lines surrounding collusion? Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Carol Leonnig and white-collar defense lawyer Jacob Frenkel analyze the legal and political consequences of President Trump’s latest suggestion that “collusion is not crime.” Sat, 04 Aug 2018 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5b64c246e4b0d21970a5e4de The Washington Post 1045 What are the legal lines surrounding collusion? Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Carol Leonnig and white-collar defense lawyer Jacob Frenkel analyze the legal and political consequences of President Trump’s latest suggestion that “collusion is not crime.” What are the legal lines surrounding collusion? Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Carol Leonnig and white-collar defense lawyer Jacob Frenkel analyze the legal and political consequences of President Trump’s latest suggestion that “collusion is not crime.” https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trump-says-that-even-if-there-were-collusion-there-was-no-crime-can-he-do-that/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/what-trumps-rhetoric-at-his-rallies-can-tell-us-about-his-approach-towards-policy-and-diplomacy/?tid=aud_rsslink In June, national political correspondent Jenna Johnson and producer Anne Li went to a Trump rally in Duluth, Minn. Johnson has been to dozens of Trump rallies, but this time, she and Li focused on something different - the crowd. Fri, 13 Jul 2018 22:56:59 +0000 The Washington Post 5b492466e4b021c6d4c144de The Washington Post 1281 In June, national political correspondent Jenna Johnson and producer Anne Li went to a Trump rally in Duluth, Minn. Johnson has been to dozens of Trump rallies, but this time, she and Li focused on something different - the crowd. In June, national political correspondent Jenna Johnson and producer Anne Li went to a Trump rally in Duluth, Minn. Johnson has been to dozens of Trump rallies, but this time, she and Li focused on something different - the crowd. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/what-trumps-rhetoric-at-his-rallies-can-tell-us-about-his-approach-towards-policy-and-diplomacy/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/how-to-flip-the-house-the-takeaways-for-2018/?tid=aud_rsslink Given what we've learned from the 1994, 2006 and 2010 midterms about how partisanship, divisiveness and polarizing presidents all affect affect both midterm elections and the powers of the presidency, we ask if Democrats can flip the House in 2018. Fri, 29 Jun 2018 17:08:04 +0000 The Washington Post 5b366774e4b0d344e541d7a8 The Washington Post 2416 Given what we've learned from the 1994, 2006 and 2010 midterms about how partisanship, divisiveness and polarizing presidents all affect affect both midterm elections and the powers of the presidency, we ask if Democrats can flip the House in 2018. Given what we've learned from the 1994, 2006 and 2010 midterms about how partisanship, divisiveness and polarizing presidents all affect affect both midterm elections and the powers of the presidency, we ask if Democrats can flip the House in 2018. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/how-to-flip-the-house-the-takeaways-for-2018/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/2010-the-midterm-election-that-changed-the-game/?tid=aud_rsslink 2010 was the year of the Tea Party, the year of backlash against Obama, and the year of the biggest shift of power in the House in a century. But it’s also the year that Republicans executed a little-noticed strategy that cemented their place in power. Thu, 28 Jun 2018 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5b316b79e4b0d344e541d677 The Washington Post 3617 2010 was the year of the Tea Party, the year of backlash against Obama, and the year of the biggest shift of power in the House in a century. But it’s also the year that Republicans executed a little-noticed strategy that cemented their place in power. 2010 was the year of the Tea Party, the year of backlash against Obama, and the year of the biggest shift of power in the House in a century. But it’s also the year that Republicans executed a little-noticed strategy that cemented their place in power. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/2010-the-midterm-election-that-changed-the-game/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/2006-the-midterm-election-the-democratic-party-is-still-fighting/?tid=aud_rsslink To understand the identity crisis within the Democratic Party, you could look to the 2006 midterm election … and the story of a junior congressman named Rahm Emanuel, who needed to win 15 seats in the House to restore his party to greatness. Wed, 27 Jun 2018 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5b314d99e4b0d344e541d66a The Washington Post 3311 To understand the identity crisis within the Democratic Party, you could look to the 2006 midterm election … and the story of a junior congressman named Rahm Emanuel, who needed to win 15 seats in the House to restore his party to greatness. To understand the identity crisis within the Democratic Party, you could look to the 2006 midterm election … and the story of a junior congressman named Rahm Emanuel, who needed to win 15 seats in the House to restore his party to greatness. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/2006-the-midterm-election-the-democratic-party-is-still-fighting/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/1994-the-midterm-election-that-broke-bipartisanship/?tid=aud_rsslink Since childhood, Bill Paxon was a diehard Republican – a Nixon fanboy who watched House Republicans lose midterm elections for decades. Then he became a member of Congress. And he was finally in a position to help them get the 42 seats they needed to win. Tue, 26 Jun 2018 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5b314c9ee4b0d344e541d65d The Washington Post 3444 Since childhood, Bill Paxon was a diehard Republican – a Nixon fanboy who watched House Republicans lose midterm elections for decades. Then he became a member of Congress. And he was finally in a position to help them get the 42 seats they needed to win. Since childhood, Bill Paxon was a diehard Republican – a Nixon fanboy who watched House Republicans lose midterm elections for decades. Then he became a member of Congress. And he was finally in a position to help them get the 42 seats they needed to win. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/1994-the-midterm-election-that-broke-bipartisanship/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/how-to-flip-the-house-prologue/?tid=aud_rsslink In the last 60 years, the House of Representatives has changed political control just three times: in 1994, 2006, and 2010. What do those midterms tell us about what it takes to flip the House? And about why midterm elections matter? Mon, 25 Jun 2018 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5b2c0280e4b0022b654b14eb The Washington Post 470 In the last 60 years, the House of Representatives has changed political control just three times: in 1994, 2006, and 2010. What do those midterms tell us about what it takes to flip the House? And about why midterm elections matter? In the last 60 years, the House of Representatives has changed political control just three times: in 1994, 2006, and 2010. What do those midterms tell us about what it takes to flip the House? And about why midterm elections matter? https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/how-to-flip-the-house-prologue/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/a-week-of-mixed-messaging-on-border-separations/?tid=aud_rsslink Post reporter Mary Jordan helps us look back at a week of conflicting statements and rapid reversals amid an outcry over immigration policy and border separations. Fri, 22 Jun 2018 22:44:24 +0000 The Washington Post 5b2d7ae5e4b0d344e541d642 The Washington Post 1171 Post reporter Mary Jordan helps us look back at a week of conflicting statements and rapid reversals amid an outcry over immigration policy and border separations. Post reporter Mary Jordan helps us look back at a week of conflicting statements and rapid reversals amid an outcry over immigration policy and border separations. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/a-week-of-mixed-messaging-on-border-separations/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/the-doj-report-on-comey-what-you-should-know/?tid=aud_rsslink Post reporter Devlin Barrett joins us for a special episode to talk about the Justice Department inspector general's report on the FBI investigation into Hillary Clinton's use of a private email server. Fri, 15 Jun 2018 21:35:49 +0000 The Washington Post 5b242006e4b0aaf0aa7d4a25 The Washington Post 1308 Post reporter Devlin Barrett joins us for a special episode to talk about the Justice Department inspector general's report on the FBI investigation into Hillary Clinton's use of a private email server. Post reporter Devlin Barrett joins us for a special episode to talk about the Justice Department inspector general's report on the FBI investigation into Hillary Clinton's use of a private email server. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/the-doj-report-on-comey-what-you-should-know/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/a-meetandgreetplus-what-to-expect-from-trumps-sitdown-with-kim-jong-un/?tid=aud_rsslink Trump is set to meet with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in Singapore on Tuesday. How will the president navigate the high-stakes negotiations? Sat, 09 Jun 2018 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5b1b077de4b0b9939817e7c7 The Washington Post 1915 Trump is set to meet with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in Singapore on Tuesday. How will the president navigate the high-stakes negotiations? Trump is set to meet with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in Singapore on Tuesday. How will the president navigate the high-stakes negotiations? https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/a-meetandgreetplus-what-to-expect-from-trumps-sitdown-with-kim-jong-un/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/the-tale-of-the-trump-triers/?tid=aud_rsslink Will tried-and-true Democrats in the Midwest who voted for Trump in 2016 continue supporting the president? And what do their evolving views say about the rest of the country? Sat, 26 May 2018 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5b08a35be4b0146d25432602 The Washington Post 1527 Will tried-and-true Democrats in the Midwest who voted for Trump in 2016 continue supporting the president? And what do their evolving views say about the rest of the country? Will tried-and-true Democrats in the Midwest who voted for Trump in 2016 continue supporting the president? And what do their evolving views say about the rest of the country? https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/the-tale-of-the-trump-triers/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/what-to-expect-in-year-two-of-the-mueller-investigation/?tid=aud_rsslink One year into the Mueller investigation, we ask: What happens next? And what if President Trump is right, and this all turns out to be nothing? Sat, 19 May 2018 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5aff6660e4b0adefc4cc245d The Washington Post 1827 One year into the Mueller investigation, we ask: What happens next? And what if President Trump is right, and this all turns out to be nothing? One year into the Mueller investigation, we ask: What happens next? And what if President Trump is right, and this all turns out to be nothing? https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/what-to-expect-in-year-two-of-the-mueller-investigation/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/the-president-is-backing-out-of-the-iran-nuclear-deal-will-the-trump-doctrine-work/?tid=aud_rsslink President Trump’s decision could unilaterally kill the landmark agreement — and his unconventional foreign policy approach could have widespread repercussions. Fri, 11 May 2018 20:41:20 +0000 The Washington Post 5af5fff0e4b0adefc4cc2384 The Washington Post 1881 President Trump’s decision could unilaterally kill the landmark agreement — and his unconventional foreign policy approach could have widespread repercussions. President Trump’s decision could unilaterally kill the landmark agreement — and his unconventional foreign policy approach could have widespread repercussions. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/the-president-is-backing-out-of-the-iran-nuclear-deal-will-the-trump-doctrine-work/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/midterms-and-trump-what-to-look-for-as-we-enter-primary-season/?tid=aud_rsslink What does the state of the midterm season say about President Trump, and his effect on the political landscape of the country? Sat, 05 May 2018 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5aecf16ce4b0146d254323ac The Washington Post 1467 What does the state of the midterm season say about President Trump, and his effect on the political landscape of the country? What does the state of the midterm season say about President Trump, and his effect on the political landscape of the country? https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/midterms-and-trump-what-to-look-for-as-we-enter-primary-season/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-trump-get-americans-off-of-welfare/?tid=aud_rsslink Recent Trump executive actions are part of an effort to curb the number of people who rely on the government-funded "social safety net." How will these new restrictions affect low-income Americans? Sat, 28 Apr 2018 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5ae3d704e4b04fef77fab987 The Washington Post 1672 Recent Trump executive actions are part of an effort to curb the number of people who rely on the government-funded "social safety net." How will these new restrictions affect low-income Americans? Recent Trump executive actions are part of an effort to curb the number of people who rely on the government-funded "social safety net." How will these new restrictions affect low-income Americans? https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-trump-get-americans-off-of-welfare/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-courts-let-the-trump-administration-put-a-citizenship-question-on-the-census/?tid=aud_rsslink The Trump Administration wants to ask people about their citizenship status on the 2020 Census. Why are Democrats fighting this? Sat, 21 Apr 2018 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5adab5f6e4b04dcb292c3ddf The Washington Post 2268 The Trump Administration wants to ask people about their citizenship status on the 2020 Census. Why are Democrats fighting this? The Trump Administration wants to ask people about their citizenship status on the 2020 Census. Why are Democrats fighting this? https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-courts-let-the-trump-administration-put-a-citizenship-question-on-the-census/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/special-episode-trumps-lawyer-got-raided-by-the-fbi-now-what-will-trump-do/?tid=aud_rsslink This week, we talk with reporter Matt Zapotosky about the FBI raid on attorney Michael Cohen — and potential implications for President Trump and the future of Robert Mueller's investigation. Thu, 12 Apr 2018 21:56:25 +0000 The Washington Post 5acfd609e4b0466e4190f369 The Washington Post 1453 This week, we talk with reporter Matt Zapotosky about the FBI raid on attorney Michael Cohen — and potential implications for President Trump and the future of Robert Mueller's investigation. This week, we talk with reporter Matt Zapotosky about the FBI raid on attorney Michael Cohen — and potential implications for President Trump and the future of Robert Mueller's investigation. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/special-episode-trumps-lawyer-got-raided-by-the-fbi-now-what-will-trump-do/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-trump-change-how-america-pays-for-its-infrastructure/?tid=aud_rsslink So far, there's no $1.5 trillion infrastructure package. But Trump is still having a significant effect on how America funds and prioritizes its most significant transportation projects. Sat, 07 Apr 2018 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5ac80839e4b0f0c873251ed4 The Washington Post 1831 So far, there's no $1.5 trillion infrastructure package. But Trump is still having a significant effect on how America funds and prioritizes its most significant transportation projects. So far, there's no $1.5 trillion infrastructure package. But Trump is still having a significant effect on how America funds and prioritizes its most significant transportation projects. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-trump-change-how-america-pays-for-its-infrastructure/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-trump-change-americas-relationship-with-internet-privacy/?tid=aud_rsslink Confused about the Cambridge Analytica scandal and how it relates to President Trump? You're not alone. Reporter Tony Romm and internet privacy expert Daniel Kreiss take us on a deep dive. Sat, 31 Mar 2018 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5abedf41e4b07ee8b6906213 The Washington Post 1688 Confused about the Cambridge Analytica scandal and how it relates to President Trump? You're not alone. Reporter Tony Romm and internet privacy expert Daniel Kreiss take us on a deep dive. Confused about the Cambridge Analytica scandal and how it relates to President Trump? You're not alone. Reporter Tony Romm and internet privacy expert Daniel Kreiss take us on a deep dive. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-trump-change-americas-relationship-with-internet-privacy/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/when-will-trump-stop-firing-people-and-settle-on-his-ateam/?tid=aud_rsslink The firings, resignations, and ousters in the White House have reached a crescendo. What does that say about Trump – as a manager, as a policy-maker, and as a public persona? Sat, 24 Mar 2018 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5ab5a012e4b00013b918d772 The Washington Post 1543 The firings, resignations, and ousters in the White House have reached a crescendo. What does that say about Trump – as a manager, as a policy-maker, and as a public persona? The firings, resignations, and ousters in the White House have reached a crescendo. What does that say about Trump – as a manager, as a policy-maker, and as a public persona? https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/when-will-trump-stop-firing-people-and-settle-on-his-ateam/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-trump-convince-kim-jongun-to-give-up-nuclear-weapons/?tid=aud_rsslink President Trump says he will sit down with North Korea and negotiate a deal on nuclear disarmament. On this week’s episode of “Can He Do That,” we talk to someone who’s tried that before. Sat, 17 Mar 2018 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5aac4e0be4b0cdfcbf23f69d The Washington Post 1974 President Trump says he will sit down with North Korea and negotiate a deal on nuclear disarmament. On this week’s episode of “Can He Do That,” we talk to someone who’s tried that before. President Trump says he will sit down with North Korea and negotiate a deal on nuclear disarmament. On this week’s episode of “Can He Do That,” we talk to someone who’s tried that before. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-trump-convince-kim-jongun-to-give-up-nuclear-weapons/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/does-the-president-have-the-power-to-downsize-the-government/?tid=aud_rsslink Since President Trump entered office, he's promised a radical restructuring of the federal government — including significant cuts to the size of the federal workforce. But that hasn't happened yet. On this episode, we ask: What's the hold-up? Sat, 10 Mar 2018 08:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5aa2f8cce4b009511c865f8e The Washington Post 1444 Since President Trump entered office, he's promised a radical restructuring of the federal government — including significant cuts to the size of the federal workforce. But that hasn't happened yet. On this episode, we ask: What's the hold-up? Since President Trump entered office, he's promised a radical restructuring of the federal government — including significant cuts to the size of the federal workforce. But that hasn't happened yet. On this episode, we ask: What's the hold-up? https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/does-the-president-have-the-power-to-downsize-the-government/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/should-the-president-run-the-white-house-like-a-family-business/?tid=aud_rsslink On this week's episode, we talk about presidential family members, and about Jared Kushner, Trump's son-in-law and embattled senior adviser. What happens when a president's own children wield influence in the White House? Fri, 02 Mar 2018 21:22:50 +0000 The Washington Post 5a99c0aae4b009511c865eeb The Washington Post 1477 On this week's episode, we talk about presidential family members, and about Jared Kushner, Trump's son-in-law and embattled senior adviser. What happens when a president's own children wield influence in the White House? On this week's episode, we talk about presidential family members, and about Jared Kushner, Trump's son-in-law and embattled senior adviser. What happens when a president's own children wield influence in the White House? https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/should-the-president-run-the-white-house-like-a-family-business/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-teen-victims-of-school-shootings-force-a-change-in-federal-gun-laws/?tid=aud_rsslink In this week's episode, Post reporters John Woodrow Cox and Wesley Lowery talk about their experiences covering school shootings — and why the outraged message from South Florida teens might get some traction with lawmakers, and with Trump. Wed, 21 Feb 2018 23:34:19 +0000 The Washington Post 5a8e01fbe4b0543a84b688f5 The Washington Post 1464 In this week's episode, Post reporters John Woodrow Cox and Wesley Lowery talk about their experiences covering school shootings — and why the outraged message from South Florida teens might get some traction with lawmakers, and with Trump. In this week's episode, Post reporters John Woodrow Cox and Wesley Lowery talk about their experiences covering school shootings — and why the outraged message from South Florida teens might get some traction with lawmakers, and with Trump. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-teen-victims-of-school-shootings-force-a-change-in-federal-gun-laws/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-trump-strike-a-deal-on-the-dream-act/?tid=aud_rsslink Congress has been kicking around versions of the Dream Act for almost two decades — and yet, the latest debates in the Senate suggests that lawmakers are still can't come up with a long-term solution for Dreamers. Can Trump strike a deal on the Dream Act? Fri, 16 Feb 2018 22:41:02 +0000 The Washington Post 5a875dfee4b063acb69a1c62 The Washington Post 1704 Congress has been kicking around versions of the Dream Act for almost two decades — and yet, the latest debates in the Senate suggests that lawmakers are still can't come up with a long-term solution for Dreamers. Can Trump strike a deal on the Dream Act? Congress has been kicking around versions of the Dream Act for almost two decades — and yet, the latest debates in the Senate suggests that lawmakers are still can't come up with a long-term solution for Dreamers. Can Trump strike a deal on the Dream Act? https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-trump-strike-a-deal-on-the-dream-act/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/special-episode-the-devin-nunes-memo-and-what-it-means/?tid=aud_rsslink The House Intelligence Committee publicly released a memo Friday, and it has Washington D.C. in a whirlwind. National security reporter Matt Zapotosky explains what's in the memo, why it's been so controversial and what happens next. Fri, 02 Feb 2018 23:36:49 +0000 The Washington Post 5a74f1abe4b009511c865c0b The Washington Post 1179 The House Intelligence Committee publicly released a memo Friday, and it has Washington D.C. in a whirlwind. National security reporter Matt Zapotosky explains what's in the memo, why it's been so controversial and what happens next. The House Intelligence Committee publicly released a memo Friday, and it has Washington D.C. in a whirlwind. National security reporter Matt Zapotosky explains what's in the memo, why it's been so controversial and what happens next. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/special-episode-the-devin-nunes-memo-and-what-it-means/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/special-episode-trumps-first-state-of-the-union-address/?tid=aud_rsslink Washington Post senior editor Marc Fisher and political reporter Eugene Scott discuss the major themes of President Trump's first State of the Union address -- what he said, what it means, and what comes next. Wed, 31 Jan 2018 08:41:46 +0000 The Washington Post 5a71814ae4b0fac9666abdb9 The Washington Post 1924 Washington Post senior editor Marc Fisher and political reporter Eugene Scott discuss the major themes of President Trump's first State of the Union address -- what he said, what it means, and what comes next. Washington Post senior editor Marc Fisher and political reporter Eugene Scott discuss the major themes of President Trump's first State of the Union address -- what he said, what it means, and what comes next. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/special-episode-trumps-first-state-of-the-union-address/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/special-episode-a-state-of-the-union-listening-guide/?tid=aud_rsslink National political correspondent Karen Tumulty and senior editor Marc Fisher discuss what they’ll be listening for in Trump’s first State of the Union address. Fri, 26 Jan 2018 08:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5a6a909fe4b0644df6a96bc1 The Washington Post 1083 National political correspondent Karen Tumulty and senior editor Marc Fisher discuss what they’ll be listening for in Trump’s first State of the Union address. National political correspondent Karen Tumulty and senior editor Marc Fisher discuss what they’ll be listening for in Trump’s first State of the Union address. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/special-episode-a-state-of-the-union-listening-guide/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/special-episode-one-year-after-trumps-inauguration-we-revisit-his-speech/?tid=aud_rsslink One year ago, President Trump was sworn in as the 45th president of the United States. In his speech, he painted his picture of America and made promises for his presidency. White House correspondents Jenna Johnson and Josh Dawsey listen back and discuss. Fri, 19 Jan 2018 08:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5a614c7ae4b00e9a424f8f22 The Washington Post 2093 One year ago, President Trump was sworn in as the 45th president of the United States. In his speech, he painted his picture of America and made promises for his presidency. White House correspondents Jenna Johnson and Josh Dawsey listen back and discuss. One year ago, President Trump was sworn in as the 45th president of the United States. In his speech, he painted his picture of America and made promises for his presidency. White House correspondents Jenna Johnson and Josh Dawsey listen back and discuss. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/special-episode-one-year-after-trumps-inauguration-we-revisit-his-speech/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/well-be-back-in-2018/?tid=aud_rsslink With highlights from some of this year's best episodes, Allison Michaels signs off for now. Fri, 15 Dec 2017 08:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5a3311e0e4b0f49da26f54f8 The Washington Post 341 With highlights from some of this year's best episodes, Allison Michaels signs off for now. With highlights from some of this year's best episodes, Allison Michaels signs off for now. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/well-be-back-in-2018/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/special-episode-what-does-doug-joness-win-in-alabama-mean-for-the-country/?tid=aud_rsslink Robert Costa reports on voter sentiment from Alabama. Plus, we dive into what happens for Trump, Congress, and party divisions in our country now that Alabama has elected a Democrat to the U.S. Senate. Wed, 13 Dec 2017 08:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5a30aaece4b054592e66524d The Washington Post 1627 Robert Costa reports on voter sentiment from Alabama. Plus, we dive into what happens for Trump, Congress, and party divisions in our country now that Alabama has elected a Democrat to the U.S. Senate. Robert Costa reports on voter sentiment from Alabama. Plus, we dive into what happens for Trump, Congress, and party divisions in our country now that Alabama has elected a Democrat to the U.S. Senate. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/special-episode-what-does-doug-joness-win-in-alabama-mean-for-the-country/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trumps-lawyer-says-a-president-cant-obstruct-justice-can-he/?tid=aud_rsslink Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Sari Horwitz guides us through Trump's lawyers' comments on obstruction of justice. Plus, legal experts weigh in on differing legal perspectives and how presidential pardoning may play a role in obstruction. Fri, 08 Dec 2017 08:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5a29e557e4b0672d9d9f8e25 The Washington Post 1794 Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Sari Horwitz guides us through Trump's lawyers' comments on obstruction of justice. Plus, legal experts weigh in on differing legal perspectives and how presidential pardoning may play a role in obstruction. Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Sari Horwitz guides us through Trump's lawyers' comments on obstruction of justice. Plus, legal experts weigh in on differing legal perspectives and how presidential pardoning may play a role in obstruction. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trumps-lawyer-says-a-president-cant-obstruct-justice-can-he/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/is-trump-reshaping-an-entire-branch-of-government----the-judiciary/?tid=aud_rsslink Supreme Court reporter Robert Barnes weighs in on presidential influence on the federal courts system. Plus, we talk to a political science professor about the demographic breakdown of Trump’s nominees and how it differs from that of presidents past. Fri, 01 Dec 2017 08:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5a20b994e4b0f49da26f53b8 The Washington Post 1698 Supreme Court reporter Robert Barnes weighs in on presidential influence on the federal courts system. Plus, we talk to a political science professor about the demographic breakdown of Trump’s nominees and how it differs from that of presidents past. Supreme Court reporter Robert Barnes weighs in on presidential influence on the federal courts system. Plus, we talk to a political science professor about the demographic breakdown of Trump’s nominees and how it differs from that of presidents past. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/is-trump-reshaping-an-entire-branch-of-government----the-judiciary/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/why-do-american-presidents-pardon-turkeys-anyway-a-holiday-episode/?tid=aud_rsslink Where did this tradition come from? What does it mean to “pardon" a turkey? We’ve got you covered in this special holiday episode with Post reporter Jessica Contrera who attend the annual tradition at the White House. Wed, 22 Nov 2017 08:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5a14ebb9e4b0919687c91ed7 The Washington Post 561 Where did this tradition come from? What does it mean to “pardon" a turkey? We’ve got you covered in this special holiday episode with Post reporter Jessica Contrera who attend the annual tradition at the White House. Where did this tradition come from? What does it mean to “pardon" a turkey? We’ve got you covered in this special holiday episode with Post reporter Jessica Contrera who attend the annual tradition at the White House. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/why-do-american-presidents-pardon-turkeys-anyway-a-holiday-episode/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trumps-pressuring-the-justice-dept-to-investigate-clinton-can-he-do-that/?tid=aud_rsslink What are the limitations of a president's influence on the Justice Dept? Reporter Devlin Barrett offers the latest news, fact checker Glenn Kessler unpacks Uranium One, and a once dep. special counsel explains risks for politicizing the Justice Dept. Fri, 17 Nov 2017 08:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5a0e3d59e4b00e95c1a3ef57 The Washington Post 1900 What are the limitations of a president's influence on the Justice Dept? Reporter Devlin Barrett offers the latest news, fact checker Glenn Kessler unpacks Uranium One, and a once dep. special counsel explains risks for politicizing the Justice Dept. What are the limitations of a president's influence on the Justice Dept? Reporter Devlin Barrett offers the latest news, fact checker Glenn Kessler unpacks Uranium One, and a once dep. special counsel explains risks for politicizing the Justice Dept. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trumps-pressuring-the-justice-dept-to-investigate-clinton-can-he-do-that/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/one-year-since-trumps-election-live-show/?tid=aud_rsslink Bob Woodward, David Fahrenthold and Karen Tumulty join Allison Michaels live on stage at Washington, DC's Warner Theatre for a look back on the past year, an exploration of where this presidency fits into history and plenty of laughs. Fri, 10 Nov 2017 08:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5a0523fde4b0757859fdbddb The Washington Post 4765 Bob Woodward, David Fahrenthold and Karen Tumulty join Allison Michaels live on stage at Washington, DC's Warner Theatre for a look back on the past year, an exploration of where this presidency fits into history and plenty of laughs. Bob Woodward, David Fahrenthold and Karen Tumulty join Allison Michaels live on stage at Washington, DC's Warner Theatre for a look back on the past year, an exploration of where this presidency fits into history and plenty of laughs. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/one-year-since-trumps-election-live-show/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/how-much-power-does-a-president-have-to-prevent-terrorist-attacks/?tid=aud_rsslink Reporter David Nakamura helps us answer: Can Trump keep us safe from terror attacks? We talk to an expert to learn how terrorist groups recruit. Plus, we examine how much power presidents have to influence counterterrorism policy. Fri, 03 Nov 2017 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 59fbdd48e4b0f4f07ea6616e The Washington Post 1735 Reporter David Nakamura helps us answer: Can Trump keep us safe from terror attacks? We talk to an expert to learn how terrorist groups recruit. Plus, we examine how much power presidents have to influence counterterrorism policy. Reporter David Nakamura helps us answer: Can Trump keep us safe from terror attacks? We talk to an expert to learn how terrorist groups recruit. Plus, we examine how much power presidents have to influence counterterrorism policy. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/how-much-power-does-a-president-have-to-prevent-terrorist-attacks/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/special-episode-trumps-associates-have-been-indicted-can-trump-himself-emerge-unscathed/?tid=aud_rsslink What do developments in the Mueller investigation mean for Trump? Are indictments proof that the Trump campaign colluded with Russia to sway the 2016 election? Reporter Matt Zapotosky answers these questions on a special break-in episode. Tue, 31 Oct 2017 10:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 59f7cc0ce4b0e8e158001d8b The Washington Post 1213 What do developments in the Mueller investigation mean for Trump? Are indictments proof that the Trump campaign colluded with Russia to sway the 2016 election? Reporter Matt Zapotosky answers these questions on a special break-in episode. What do developments in the Mueller investigation mean for Trump? Are indictments proof that the Trump campaign colluded with Russia to sway the 2016 election? Reporter Matt Zapotosky answers these questions on a special break-in episode. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/special-episode-trumps-associates-have-been-indicted-can-trump-himself-emerge-unscathed/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-trump-lose-gop-majorities-in-2018-if-he-keeps-fighting-with-republican-lawmakers/?tid=aud_rsslink Public criticism of the president from GOP senators seems unprecedented. But is it? Reporter Sean Sullivan weighs in on implications for the 2018 election. Plus, historian Dr. Laurence Jurdem on what FDR's past actions mean for Trump today. Fri, 27 Oct 2017 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 59f26c6ee4b0025796f8047a The Washington Post 1478 Public criticism of the president from GOP senators seems unprecedented. But is it? Reporter Sean Sullivan weighs in on implications for the 2018 election. Plus, historian Dr. Laurence Jurdem on what FDR's past actions mean for Trump today. Public criticism of the president from GOP senators seems unprecedented. But is it? Reporter Sean Sullivan weighs in on implications for the 2018 election. Plus, historian Dr. Laurence Jurdem on what FDR's past actions mean for Trump today. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-trump-lose-gop-majorities-in-2018-if-he-keeps-fighting-with-republican-lawmakers/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-president-trump-end-the-opioid-crisis/?tid=aud_rsslink How much power does the president have to solve a crisis that kills so many Americans? Reporter Scott Higham takes us on a deep dive into The Post-60 Minutes investigation of the pharmaceutical industry's influence on America’s opioid epidemic. Fri, 20 Oct 2017 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 59e92c5be4b0025796f80422 The Washington Post 1685 How much power does the president have to solve a crisis that kills so many Americans? Reporter Scott Higham takes us on a deep dive into The Post-60 Minutes investigation of the pharmaceutical industry's influence on America’s opioid epidemic. How much power does the president have to solve a crisis that kills so many Americans? Reporter Scott Higham takes us on a deep dive into The Post-60 Minutes investigation of the pharmaceutical industry's influence on America’s opioid epidemic. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-president-trump-end-the-opioid-crisis/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/is-it-within-a-presidents-power-to-strip-broadcast-licenses/?tid=aud_rsslink We revisit the president-press relationship with media columnist Margaret Sullivan and talk to reporter Aaron Blake about President Nixon. Plus, Georgetown's Andrew Jay Schwartzman explains limitations of the Federal Communications Commission. Fri, 13 Oct 2017 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 59e003e9e4b02646438fa461 The Washington Post 1672 We revisit the president-press relationship with media columnist Margaret Sullivan and talk to reporter Aaron Blake about President Nixon. Plus, Georgetown's Andrew Jay Schwartzman explains limitations of the Federal Communications Commission. We revisit the president-press relationship with media columnist Margaret Sullivan and talk to reporter Aaron Blake about President Nixon. Plus, Georgetown's Andrew Jay Schwartzman explains limitations of the Federal Communications Commission. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/is-it-within-a-presidents-power-to-strip-broadcast-licenses/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/did-trump-advisers-break-the-law-by-using-personal-email-for-white-house-business/?tid=aud_rsslink How does use of private email by Trump’s advisers compare to Clinton’s? We answer key questions with political investigations reporter Rosalind Helderman and former White House Staff Secretary and current global security and data lawyer Rajesh De. Fri, 29 Sep 2017 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 59cd7c4be4b07df8471ce7d9 The Washington Post 1326 How does use of private email by Trump’s advisers compare to Clinton’s? We answer key questions with political investigations reporter Rosalind Helderman and former White House Staff Secretary and current global security and data lawyer Rajesh De. How does use of private email by Trump’s advisers compare to Clinton’s? We answer key questions with political investigations reporter Rosalind Helderman and former White House Staff Secretary and current global security and data lawyer Rajesh De. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/did-trump-advisers-break-the-law-by-using-personal-email-for-white-house-business/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/what-can-paul-manaforts-actions-tell-us-about-the-trump-campaigns-ties-to-russia/?tid=aud_rsslink Pulitzer Prize-winner Carol Leonnig explains the complexities of Manafort's involvement in the Mueller investigation. Plus law professor Jimmy Gurulé on where Manafort’s actions may cross a legal line. Can Manafort walk away from this unscathed? Fri, 22 Sep 2017 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 59c44604e4b06902b8eec5d9 The Washington Post 1502 Pulitzer Prize-winner Carol Leonnig explains the complexities of Manafort's involvement in the Mueller investigation. Plus law professor Jimmy Gurulé on where Manafort’s actions may cross a legal line. Can Manafort walk away from this unscathed? Pulitzer Prize-winner Carol Leonnig explains the complexities of Manafort's involvement in the Mueller investigation. Plus law professor Jimmy Gurulé on where Manafort’s actions may cross a legal line. Can Manafort walk away from this unscathed? https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/what-can-paul-manaforts-actions-tell-us-about-the-trump-campaigns-ties-to-russia/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-trump-be-able-to-work-with-democrats-and-still-maintain-the-support-of-his-base/?tid=aud_rsslink The Post's Robert Costa adds insight to Trump's latest deals with Democrats and what they mean for his political future. Plus, Nick Troiano of the Centrist Project explains America's political parties and the risks of a system ideologically divided. Fri, 15 Sep 2017 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 59bb09e3e4b07df8471ce654 The Washington Post 1590 The Post's Robert Costa adds insight to Trump's latest deals with Democrats and what they mean for his political future. Plus, Nick Troiano of the Centrist Project explains America's political parties and the risks of a system ideologically divided. The Post's Robert Costa adds insight to Trump's latest deals with Democrats and what they mean for his political future. Plus, Nick Troiano of the Centrist Project explains America's political parties and the risks of a system ideologically divided. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-trump-be-able-to-work-with-democrats-and-still-maintain-the-support-of-his-base/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/what-does-trump-really-want-for-the-dreamers/?tid=aud_rsslink What does Trump hope will happen in Congress? With white house reporter David Nakamura, we talk to John Sandweg, former Immigration and Customs Enforcement acting director about policy. Plus, a dreamer in the DACA program shares her story. Fri, 08 Sep 2017 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 59b1d8b4e4b06902b8eec45c The Washington Post 2080 What does Trump hope will happen in Congress? With white house reporter David Nakamura, we talk to John Sandweg, former Immigration and Customs Enforcement acting director about policy. Plus, a dreamer in the DACA program shares her story. What does Trump hope will happen in Congress? With white house reporter David Nakamura, we talk to John Sandweg, former Immigration and Customs Enforcement acting director about policy. Plus, a dreamer in the DACA program shares her story. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/what-does-trump-really-want-for-the-dreamers/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-trump-get-emergency-response-funding-for-texas-as-promised/?tid=aud_rsslink How does Trump’s response to this natural disaster compare to that of past presidents? We talk to former FEMA administrator R. David Paulison. Plus, congressional reporter Mike DeBonis is back on the show to break down how relief funding works. Fri, 01 Sep 2017 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 59a8980ce4b07df8471ce532 The Washington Post 1472 How does Trump’s response to this natural disaster compare to that of past presidents? We talk to former FEMA administrator R. David Paulison. Plus, congressional reporter Mike DeBonis is back on the show to break down how relief funding works. How does Trump’s response to this natural disaster compare to that of past presidents? We talk to former FEMA administrator R. David Paulison. Plus, congressional reporter Mike DeBonis is back on the show to break down how relief funding works. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-trump-get-emergency-response-funding-for-texas-as-promised/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/whats-lost-when-a-president-opts-out-of-ceremonial-duties/?tid=aud_rsslink With chief correspondent Dan Balz, we answer: Can a president fail to participate in tradition? Plus, we learn how President Reagan handled similar events and we talk to a former White House Social Secretary about planning these moments. Fri, 25 Aug 2017 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 599f50e6e4b09529fad4f9fa The Washington Post 1630 With chief correspondent Dan Balz, we answer: Can a president fail to participate in tradition? Plus, we learn how President Reagan handled similar events and we talk to a former White House Social Secretary about planning these moments. With chief correspondent Dan Balz, we answer: Can a president fail to participate in tradition? Plus, we learn how President Reagan handled similar events and we talk to a former White House Social Secretary about planning these moments. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/whats-lost-when-a-president-opts-out-of-ceremonial-duties/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/does-a-president-need-to-unify-the-country-to-govern-effectively/?tid=aud_rsslink In the aftermath of violence in Charlottesville, Va., we examine the history of political appeals to white fear and how past presidents have responded to crises. The award-winning Wesley Lowery weighs in on the state of race relations in America. Fri, 18 Aug 2017 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 599672b2e4b02ea76027a874 The Washington Post 2014 In the aftermath of violence in Charlottesville, Va., we examine the history of political appeals to white fear and how past presidents have responded to crises. The award-winning Wesley Lowery weighs in on the state of race relations in America. In the aftermath of violence in Charlottesville, Va., we examine the history of political appeals to white fear and how past presidents have responded to crises. The award-winning Wesley Lowery weighs in on the state of race relations in America. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/does-a-president-need-to-unify-the-country-to-govern-effectively/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/how-much-power-does-a-president-have-to-lead-us-to-nuclear-war/?tid=aud_rsslink With insight from White House reporter Jenna Johnson, we learn the answers to this critical question from an expert in North Korean history and a professor who’s worked in past White Houses on counter proliferation and nuclear arms control. Fri, 11 Aug 2017 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 598d075ce4b02ea76027a806 The Washington Post 2141 With insight from White House reporter Jenna Johnson, we learn the answers to this critical question from an expert in North Korean history and a professor who’s worked in past White Houses on counter proliferation and nuclear arms control. With insight from White House reporter Jenna Johnson, we learn the answers to this critical question from an expert in North Korean history and a professor who’s worked in past White Houses on counter proliferation and nuclear arms control. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/how-much-power-does-a-president-have-to-lead-us-to-nuclear-war/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-trumps-new-chief-of-staff-fix-a-white-house-in-chaos/?tid=aud_rsslink Can Kelly bring order to the White House? We talk to Kristine Simmons from the Bush White House, Chris Whipple, author of "Gatekeepers: How The White House Chiefs of Staff Define Every Presidency," and Greg Jaffe who has reported on Kelly for years. Fri, 04 Aug 2017 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5983b37ee4b0e222f455e1b4 The Washington Post 1436 Can Kelly bring order to the White House? We talk to Kristine Simmons from the Bush White House, Chris Whipple, author of "Gatekeepers: How The White House Chiefs of Staff Define Every Presidency," and Greg Jaffe who has reported on Kelly for years. Can Kelly bring order to the White House? We talk to Kristine Simmons from the Bush White House, Chris Whipple, author of "Gatekeepers: How The White House Chiefs of Staff Define Every Presidency," and Greg Jaffe who has reported on Kelly for years. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-trumps-new-chief-of-staff-fix-a-white-house-in-chaos/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/is-it-unusual-for-a-president-to-publicly-berate-members-of-his-own-cabinet/?tid=aud_rsslink Can a president fire the attorney general? How much influence does a president have over the Justice Department? Reporter Ashley Parker, historian Tim Naftali and law professor Steve Vladeck on the politics, historical context and legal limitations. Fri, 28 Jul 2017 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 597a5445e4b0e222f455e147 The Washington Post 1487 Can a president fire the attorney general? How much influence does a president have over the Justice Department? Reporter Ashley Parker, historian Tim Naftali and law professor Steve Vladeck on the politics, historical context and legal limitations. Can a president fire the attorney general? How much influence does a president have over the Justice Department? Reporter Ashley Parker, historian Tim Naftali and law professor Steve Vladeck on the politics, historical context and legal limitations. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/is-it-unusual-for-a-president-to-publicly-berate-members-of-his-own-cabinet/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trump-promised-to-bring-back-american-jobs-can-he-do-that/?tid=aud_rsslink What can a president do to revive an industry in decline? Amy Goldstein, author of “Janesville: An American Story,” tells us what happens to people when factories close. Plus, Scott Paul of Alliance for American Manufacturing on how to help the industry. Fri, 21 Jul 2017 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5971245fe4b05ba1300f5ade The Washington Post 1618 What can a president do to revive an industry in decline? Amy Goldstein, author of “Janesville: An American Story,” tells us what happens to people when factories close. Plus, Scott Paul of Alliance for American Manufacturing on how to help the industry. What can a president do to revive an industry in decline? Amy Goldstein, author of “Janesville: An American Story,” tells us what happens to people when factories close. Plus, Scott Paul of Alliance for American Manufacturing on how to help the industry. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/trump-promised-to-bring-back-american-jobs-can-he-do-that/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/did-donald-trump-jrs-meeting-with-a-russian-lawyer-violate-the-law/?tid=aud_rsslink Jens David Ohlin, vice dean at Cornell Law School, explains the legal boundaries and political consultant Tracy Sefl takes us into the world of opposition research. Plus, "Trump Revealed" author Marc Fisher on the president's reaction to the news. Fri, 14 Jul 2017 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 59681b6be4b05ba1300f5a5a The Washington Post 0 Jens David Ohlin, vice dean at Cornell Law School, explains the legal boundaries and political consultant Tracy Sefl takes us into the world of opposition research. Plus, "Trump Revealed" author Marc Fisher on the president's reaction to the news. Jens David Ohlin, vice dean at Cornell Law School, explains the legal boundaries and political consultant Tracy Sefl takes us into the world of opposition research. Plus, "Trump Revealed" author Marc Fisher on the president's reaction to the news. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/did-donald-trump-jrs-meeting-with-a-russian-lawyer-violate-the-law/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-trump-deliver-on-his-health-care-promises-part-ii/?tid=aud_rsslink Health policy reporter Paige Cunningham breaks down the Senate bill and explains what’s at stake. Plus, we talk to Republican Mayor John Giles of Mesa, Ariz., about how health care legislation directly affects his constituents. Fri, 30 Jun 2017 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5955903ee4b06ed2f3def416 The Washington Post 1815 Health policy reporter Paige Cunningham breaks down the Senate bill and explains what’s at stake. Plus, we talk to Republican Mayor John Giles of Mesa, Ariz., about how health care legislation directly affects his constituents. Health policy reporter Paige Cunningham breaks down the Senate bill and explains what’s at stake. Plus, we talk to Republican Mayor John Giles of Mesa, Ariz., about how health care legislation directly affects his constituents. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-trump-deliver-on-his-health-care-promises-part-ii/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/special-episode-obamas-secret-struggle-to-punish-russia-for-putins-election-assault/?tid=aud_rsslink In an exclusive report, The Post's national security team goes inside the Obama administration's decision-making after the CIA captured Putin issuing these instructions: defeat Clinton and help elect Trump. Reporter Greg Miller tells the story. Fri, 23 Jun 2017 11:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 594cf27fe4b056ae8fa8e499 The Washington Post 1718 In an exclusive report, The Post's national security team goes inside the Obama administration's decision-making after the CIA captured Putin issuing these instructions: defeat Clinton and help elect Trump. Reporter Greg Miller tells the story. In an exclusive report, The Post's national security team goes inside the Obama administration's decision-making after the CIA captured Putin issuing these instructions: defeat Clinton and help elect Trump. Reporter Greg Miller tells the story. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/special-episode-obamas-secret-struggle-to-punish-russia-for-putins-election-assault/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/how-much-of-obamas-cuba-policies-could-trump-rollback/?tid=aud_rsslink Will Trump's policy toward Cuba undo the Obama administration's efforts to normalize relations? What's at stake? Karen DeYoung answers those questions. Plus, the history of U.S-Cuba relations and Obama's special assistant on U.S-Cuba negotiations. Fri, 16 Jun 2017 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 59432801e4b00c71c86272b3 The Washington Post 1992 Will Trump's policy toward Cuba undo the Obama administration's efforts to normalize relations? What's at stake? Karen DeYoung answers those questions. Plus, the history of U.S-Cuba relations and Obama's special assistant on U.S-Cuba negotiations. Will Trump's policy toward Cuba undo the Obama administration's efforts to normalize relations? What's at stake? Karen DeYoung answers those questions. Plus, the history of U.S-Cuba relations and Obama's special assistant on U.S-Cuba negotiations. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/how-much-of-obamas-cuba-policies-could-trump-rollback/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-trump-accomplish-his-infrastructure-promises/?tid=aud_rsslink The Post's Damian Paletta on how much Trump can achieve. Plus, former Minneapolis mayor R.T. Rybak on facing tragedy in his city in 2007. And Henry Petroski, author of "The Road Taken" on the history of America's infrastructure and how we got here. Fri, 09 Jun 2017 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5939ffb4e4b037a28921f9f7 The Washington Post 1888 The Post's Damian Paletta on how much Trump can achieve. Plus, former Minneapolis mayor R.T. Rybak on facing tragedy in his city in 2007. And Henry Petroski, author of "The Road Taken" on the history of America's infrastructure and how we got here. The Post's Damian Paletta on how much Trump can achieve. Plus, former Minneapolis mayor R.T. Rybak on facing tragedy in his city in 2007. And Henry Petroski, author of "The Road Taken" on the history of America's infrastructure and how we got here. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-trump-accomplish-his-infrastructure-promises/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/special-episode-what-we-learned-from-comeys-testimony/?tid=aud_rsslink The Post's national security reporter Matt Zapotosky explains what Comey's words at Thursday's Senate Intelligence Committee hearing mean for the multiple investigations into Russian meddling in the 2016 election, and what happens next. Thu, 08 Jun 2017 22:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5939cfcee4b05ef3ccd7211b The Washington Post 1568 The Post's national security reporter Matt Zapotosky explains what Comey's words at Thursday's Senate Intelligence Committee hearing mean for the multiple investigations into Russian meddling in the 2016 election, and what happens next. The Post's national security reporter Matt Zapotosky explains what Comey's words at Thursday's Senate Intelligence Committee hearing mean for the multiple investigations into Russian meddling in the 2016 election, and what happens next. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/special-episode-what-we-learned-from-comeys-testimony/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/is-trump-isolating-our-strongest-allies-by-backing-away-from-key-agreements/?tid=aud_rsslink The Post's White House bureau chief Philip Rucker offers insight from his trip abroad with the president. Plus, former ambassador to NATO Ivo Daalder explains the relationship between the U.S. and Europe, and the value of international agreements. Fri, 02 Jun 2017 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5930c6a9e4b05ef3ccd720f3 The Washington Post 1611 The Post's White House bureau chief Philip Rucker offers insight from his trip abroad with the president. Plus, former ambassador to NATO Ivo Daalder explains the relationship between the U.S. and Europe, and the value of international agreements. The Post's White House bureau chief Philip Rucker offers insight from his trip abroad with the president. Plus, former ambassador to NATO Ivo Daalder explains the relationship between the U.S. and Europe, and the value of international agreements. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/is-trump-isolating-our-strongest-allies-by-backing-away-from-key-agreements/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/what-can-michael-flynns-actions-tell-us-about-the-russia-investigation/?tid=aud_rsslink Harvard's Alex Whiting explains where former national security adviser Michael Flynn's actions might break the law. Plus, The Post's Greg Miller tells us how Flynn fits in the story of possible coordination between the Trump campaign and Russia. Fri, 26 May 2017 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 592780d2e4b058d61ff66e74 The Washington Post 1588 Harvard's Alex Whiting explains where former national security adviser Michael Flynn's actions might break the law. Plus, The Post's Greg Miller tells us how Flynn fits in the story of possible coordination between the Trump campaign and Russia. Harvard's Alex Whiting explains where former national security adviser Michael Flynn's actions might break the law. Plus, The Post's Greg Miller tells us how Flynn fits in the story of possible coordination between the Trump campaign and Russia. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/what-can-michael-flynns-actions-tell-us-about-the-russia-investigation/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/amid-turmoil-in-the-us-can-trumps-first-international-trip-turn-things-around/?tid=aud_rsslink President Trump leaves for his first international trip after two tumultuous weeks back home. Pulitzer Prize-winning correspondent Kevin Sullivan joins us right off the plane from Saudi Arabia -- Trump's first stop. Fri, 19 May 2017 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 591e4740e4b058d61ff66d20 The Washington Post 1293 President Trump leaves for his first international trip after two tumultuous weeks back home. Pulitzer Prize-winning correspondent Kevin Sullivan joins us right off the plane from Saudi Arabia -- Trump's first stop. President Trump leaves for his first international trip after two tumultuous weeks back home. Pulitzer Prize-winning correspondent Kevin Sullivan joins us right off the plane from Saudi Arabia -- Trump's first stop. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/amid-turmoil-in-the-us-can-trumps-first-international-trip-turn-things-around/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/special-episode-can-a-president-reveal-classified-information/?tid=aud_rsslink Greg Jaffe, one of The Post reporters who broke news of Trump revealing classified information to Russian diplomats, is on the show to explain presidential power when it comes to classified information and what happens next in this developing story. Tue, 16 May 2017 16:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 591b2735e4b058d61ff66ce4 The Washington Post 976 Greg Jaffe, one of The Post reporters who broke news of Trump revealing classified information to Russian diplomats, is on the show to explain presidential power when it comes to classified information and what happens next in this developing story. Greg Jaffe, one of The Post reporters who broke news of Trump revealing classified information to Russian diplomats, is on the show to explain presidential power when it comes to classified information and what happens next in this developing story. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/special-episode-can-a-president-reveal-classified-information/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/how-much-power-does-a-president-have-to-affect-an-investigation/?tid=aud_rsslink As the fallout from Trump's decision to fire FBI Director James Comey continues, we take a look at the limitations of presidential power when it comes to investigations. Plus, we assess how history measures up, with Bob Woodward and Marc Fisher. Fri, 12 May 2017 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 59150757e4b058d61ff66cae The Washington Post 1302 As the fallout from Trump's decision to fire FBI Director James Comey continues, we take a look at the limitations of presidential power when it comes to investigations. Plus, we assess how history measures up, with Bob Woodward and Marc Fisher. As the fallout from Trump's decision to fire FBI Director James Comey continues, we take a look at the limitations of presidential power when it comes to investigations. Plus, we assess how history measures up, with Bob Woodward and Marc Fisher. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/how-much-power-does-a-president-have-to-affect-an-investigation/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/special-episode-can-trump-fire-the-fbi-director/?tid=aud_rsslink The timing of FBI Director James B. Comey’s termination raises a lot of questions. The Post's national security reporter Matt Zapotosky discusses what we know now and what more there is to learn as this critical story unfolds. Wed, 10 May 2017 17:30:00 +0000 The Washington Post 59135363e4b058d61ff66c95 The Washington Post 1241 The timing of FBI Director James B. Comey’s termination raises a lot of questions. The Post's national security reporter Matt Zapotosky discusses what we know now and what more there is to learn as this critical story unfolds. The timing of FBI Director James B. Comey’s termination raises a lot of questions. The Post's national security reporter Matt Zapotosky discusses what we know now and what more there is to learn as this critical story unfolds. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/special-episode-can-trump-fire-the-fbi-director/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/would-trump-be-able-to-break-up-the-9th-circuit-court/?tid=aud_rsslink Can President Trump break up a federal circuit court because he disagrees with their decisions? Are there consequences for suggesting he'd do so? With political reporter Amber Phillips, we talk to historians and legal experts to answer these questions. Fri, 05 May 2017 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 590bf227e4b058d61ff66c1b The Washington Post 1653 Can President Trump break up a federal circuit court because he disagrees with their decisions? Are there consequences for suggesting he'd do so? With political reporter Amber Phillips, we talk to historians and legal experts to answer these questions. Can President Trump break up a federal circuit court because he disagrees with their decisions? Are there consequences for suggesting he'd do so? With political reporter Amber Phillips, we talk to historians and legal experts to answer these questions. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/would-trump-be-able-to-break-up-the-9th-circuit-court/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/100-days-is-trump-in-violation-of-his-contract-with-american-voters/?tid=aud_rsslink Post reporters convene in a round-table conversation about Trump's achievements and failures in his first 100 days and what it means for the next four years of his presidency. Fri, 28 Apr 2017 07:15:00 +0000 The Washington Post 5902a66ae4b058d61ff66b91 The Washington Post 1600 Post reporters convene in a round-table conversation about Trump's achievements and failures in his first 100 days and what it means for the next four years of his presidency. Post reporters convene in a round-table conversation about Trump's achievements and failures in his first 100 days and what it means for the next four years of his presidency. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/100-days-is-trump-in-violation-of-his-contract-with-american-voters/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/do-power-struggles-in-the-white-house-make-trump-a-more-effective-president/?tid=aud_rsslink Do staff tensions interfere with Trump's ability to govern? And are these rivalries by Trump's design? White House bureau chief Philip Rucker talks to former Trump aide Sam Nunberg about what it's like to work for Trump -- and to get fired by him. Fri, 21 Apr 2017 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 58f99175e4b058d61ff66b55 The Washington Post 1828 Do staff tensions interfere with Trump's ability to govern? And are these rivalries by Trump's design? White House bureau chief Philip Rucker talks to former Trump aide Sam Nunberg about what it's like to work for Trump -- and to get fired by him. Do staff tensions interfere with Trump's ability to govern? And are these rivalries by Trump's design? White House bureau chief Philip Rucker talks to former Trump aide Sam Nunberg about what it's like to work for Trump -- and to get fired by him. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/do-power-struggles-in-the-white-house-make-trump-a-more-effective-president/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/when-it-comes-to-acts-of-war-how-far-can-trump-go/?tid=aud_rsslink With military action, when can a president bypass Congress and what are the consequences? National security reporter Dan Lamothe, American University's Nora Bensahel, and former advisor to Susan Rice, Loren Schulman, help us answer that question. Fri, 14 Apr 2017 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 58f04edfe4b058d61ff66af5 The Washington Post 1683 With military action, when can a president bypass Congress and what are the consequences? National security reporter Dan Lamothe, American University's Nora Bensahel, and former advisor to Susan Rice, Loren Schulman, help us answer that question. With military action, when can a president bypass Congress and what are the consequences? National security reporter Dan Lamothe, American University's Nora Bensahel, and former advisor to Susan Rice, Loren Schulman, help us answer that question. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/when-it-comes-to-acts-of-war-how-far-can-trump-go/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/what-can-and-cant-trump-associates-do-when-it-comes-to-russia/?tid=aud_rsslink Congressional reporter Karoun Demirjian helps answer: What can history show us about presidents’ relationships with foreign governments? When is communication illegal? And at what point do allegations turn into concrete findings? Fri, 07 Apr 2017 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 58e6f25fe4b058d61ff66acb The Washington Post 1914 Congressional reporter Karoun Demirjian helps answer: What can history show us about presidents’ relationships with foreign governments? When is communication illegal? And at what point do allegations turn into concrete findings? Congressional reporter Karoun Demirjian helps answer: What can history show us about presidents’ relationships with foreign governments? When is communication illegal? And at what point do allegations turn into concrete findings? https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/what-can-and-cant-trump-associates-do-when-it-comes-to-russia/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/does-ivanka-trumps-new-white-house-role-hold-up-against-legal-and-ethical-standards/?tid=aud_rsslink This week’s episode asks a slightly different question: Can she? How do potential business conflicts and issues of nepotism factor into Ivanka’s new role? And with First Lady Melania Trump taking a relative backseat, is Ivanka filling in the gaps? Fri, 31 Mar 2017 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 58ddcbafe4b0e680f90ce998 The Washington Post 1654 This week’s episode asks a slightly different question: Can she? How do potential business conflicts and issues of nepotism factor into Ivanka’s new role? And with First Lady Melania Trump taking a relative backseat, is Ivanka filling in the gaps? This week’s episode asks a slightly different question: Can she? How do potential business conflicts and issues of nepotism factor into Ivanka’s new role? And with First Lady Melania Trump taking a relative backseat, is Ivanka filling in the gaps? https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/does-ivanka-trumps-new-white-house-role-hold-up-against-legal-and-ethical-standards/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-trump-be-able-to-deliver-on-his-healthcare-promises/?tid=aud_rsslink In a setback for the president, a vote on the GOP health care overhaul plan was delayed Thursday. How does it affect Trump's promises to voters? The Post's Mike DeBonis explains the politics, and we talk to Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.) about what's next. Fri, 24 Mar 2017 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 58d46d62e4b0e680f90ce93e The Washington Post 1611 In a setback for the president, a vote on the GOP health care overhaul plan was delayed Thursday. How does it affect Trump's promises to voters? The Post's Mike DeBonis explains the politics, and we talk to Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.) about what's next. In a setback for the president, a vote on the GOP health care overhaul plan was delayed Thursday. How does it affect Trump's promises to voters? The Post's Mike DeBonis explains the politics, and we talk to Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.) about what's next. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-trump-be-able-to-deliver-on-his-healthcare-promises/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-trump-really-cut-programs-people-depend-on/?tid=aud_rsslink Trump’s budget proposes massive cuts to the arts, science and the poor: Can he do that? The Post’s Kelsey Snell weighs in on whether Trump’s requests will be met. Plus, Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen shares how Democrats in Congress are reacting. Fri, 17 Mar 2017 07:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 58cb6a16e4b04fdca97b1200 The Washington Post 1758 Trump’s budget proposes massive cuts to the arts, science and the poor: Can he do that? The Post’s Kelsey Snell weighs in on whether Trump’s requests will be met. Plus, Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen shares how Democrats in Congress are reacting. Trump’s budget proposes massive cuts to the arts, science and the poor: Can he do that? The Post’s Kelsey Snell weighs in on whether Trump’s requests will be met. Plus, Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen shares how Democrats in Congress are reacting. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-trump-really-cut-programs-people-depend-on/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/are-trumps-attacks-on-the-media-a-threat-to-freedom-of-the-press/?tid=aud_rsslink How unusual is Trump's behavior toward the media? Media columnist Margaret Sullivan weighs in on that question and on what's at risk for democracy. Plus, WHCA president Jeff Mason shares what it's really like to be a member White House press corps. Fri, 10 Mar 2017 08:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 58c21e5ee4b04fdca97b11d6 The Washington Post 1925 How unusual is Trump's behavior toward the media? Media columnist Margaret Sullivan weighs in on that question and on what's at risk for democracy. Plus, WHCA president Jeff Mason shares what it's really like to be a member White House press corps. How unusual is Trump's behavior toward the media? Media columnist Margaret Sullivan weighs in on that question and on what's at risk for democracy. Plus, WHCA president Jeff Mason shares what it's really like to be a member White House press corps. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/are-trumps-attacks-on-the-media-a-threat-to-freedom-of-the-press/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/does-trumps-success-depend-on-his-relationship-with-congress/?tid=aud_rsslink A master class in the relationship between party and president: The Post’s Robert Costa explains who’s running the show in Washington. He talks to GOP insider Grover Norquist on party unity under Trump and what it means for their agenda in Congress. Fri, 03 Mar 2017 08:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 58b8ee46e4b04fdca97b1166 The Washington Post 1743 A master class in the relationship between party and president: The Post’s Robert Costa explains who’s running the show in Washington. He talks to GOP insider Grover Norquist on party unity under Trump and what it means for their agenda in Congress. A master class in the relationship between party and president: The Post’s Robert Costa explains who’s running the show in Washington. He talks to GOP insider Grover Norquist on party unity under Trump and what it means for their agenda in Congress. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/does-trumps-success-depend-on-his-relationship-with-congress/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/do-president-trumps-business-conflicts-violate-the-constitution/?tid=aud_rsslink The Post’s award-winning David Fahrenthold breaks down Trump’s many businesses, his complex foreign ties and the Emoluments Clause. Fri, 24 Feb 2017 08:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 58afc25fe4b04fdca97b111a The Washington Post 1592 The Post’s award-winning David Fahrenthold breaks down Trump’s many businesses, his complex foreign ties and the Emoluments Clause. The Post’s award-winning David Fahrenthold breaks down Trump’s many businesses, his complex foreign ties and the Emoluments Clause. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/do-president-trumps-business-conflicts-violate-the-constitution/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-trump-ever-release-his-tax-returns/?tid=aud_rsslink Trump is the first major party nominee in decades to not release returns. What happens now that he's president? Does Flynn's resignation change things? Plus, Rep. Bill Pascrell Jr. (D-N.J.) on Democrats' efforts to make Trump's returns public. Fri, 17 Feb 2017 08:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 58a6779ae4b04fdca97b10d6 The Washington Post 1504 Trump is the first major party nominee in decades to not release returns. What happens now that he's president? Does Flynn's resignation change things? Plus, Rep. Bill Pascrell Jr. (D-N.J.) on Democrats' efforts to make Trump's returns public. Trump is the first major party nominee in decades to not release returns. What happens now that he's president? Does Flynn's resignation change things? Plus, Rep. Bill Pascrell Jr. (D-N.J.) on Democrats' efforts to make Trump's returns public. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-trump-ever-release-his-tax-returns/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/should-trump-be-spending-weekends-at-mar-a-lago/?tid=aud_rsslink President Trump frequents his Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida, has a triplex penthouse in Trump Tower in downtown Manhattan and has his last name blazoned on dozens of properties around the world. Does that change things for the office of the presidency? Fri, 10 Feb 2017 08:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 589d4986e4b04fdca97b10a8 The Washington Post 1655 President Trump frequents his Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida, has a triplex penthouse in Trump Tower in downtown Manhattan and has his last name blazoned on dozens of properties around the world. Does that change things for the office of the presidency? President Trump frequents his Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida, has a triplex penthouse in Trump Tower in downtown Manhattan and has his last name blazoned on dozens of properties around the world. Does that change things for the office of the presidency? https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/should-trump-be-spending-weekends-at-mar-a-lago/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-president-trumps-immigration-ban-survive/?tid=aud_rsslink Is President Trump's executive order temporarily barring entry into the U.S. from seven majority-Muslim countries within the bounds of presidential power? With Marc Fisher, Post senior editor and author of "Trump Revealed," we answer that and more. Fri, 03 Feb 2017 08:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 589403cce4b04fdca97b106d The Washington Post 1520 Is President Trump's executive order temporarily barring entry into the U.S. from seven majority-Muslim countries within the bounds of presidential power? With Marc Fisher, Post senior editor and author of "Trump Revealed," we answer that and more. Is President Trump's executive order temporarily barring entry into the U.S. from seven majority-Muslim countries within the bounds of presidential power? With Marc Fisher, Post senior editor and author of "Trump Revealed," we answer that and more. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/will-president-trumps-immigration-ban-survive/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/can-he-tweet-that/?tid=aud_rsslink We take a close look at Trump's tweets now that he's president. Can he make official policy statements on Twitter? And does that dictate government action? We explore the pros and cons when a president has a direct line to the people. Fri, 27 Jan 2017 10:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 588ad423e4b039a652877e1b The Washington Post 1748 We take a close look at Trump's tweets now that he's president. Can he make official policy statements on Twitter? And does that dictate government action? We explore the pros and cons when a president has a direct line to the people. We take a close look at Trump's tweets now that he's president. Can he make official policy statements on Twitter? And does that dictate government action? We explore the pros and cons when a president has a direct line to the people. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/can-he-tweet-that/?tid=aud_rsslink https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/introduction-to-the-podcast/?tid=aud_rsslink Host Allison Michaels gives a look at what to expect from the newest podcast from the Washington Post. Mon, 23 Jan 2017 15:00:00 +0000 The Washington Post 58861fa2e4b039a652877deb The Washington Post 134 Host Allison Michaels gives a look at what to expect from the newest podcast from the Washington Post. Host Allison Michaels gives a look at what to expect from the newest podcast from the Washington Post. https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/can-he-do-that/introduction-to-the-podcast/?tid=aud_rsslink