D.C. Sources

🆕 EPISODE of D.C. Sources STREAMING NOW on podcast apps and YouTube. "Xi Jinping in Washington, GOP Panic and Saving College Sports" Watch here: youtube.com/watch?v=EIrsRxJa… Listen on Podcast Apps: dcsources.us @meghan_hays9 | @EliStokols | @Maura_Gillespie

“Stop talking. Lower my prices. Do your job.” Voters are fed up with rising costs — and losing patience with both Republicans and Democrats. The frustration is growing. Who’s listening? #USPolitics #Trump #Republicans #Democrats @Maura_Gillespie | @meghan_hays9 | @EliStokols

🆕 EPISODE of D.C. Sources STREAMING NOW on podcast apps and YouTube. "Sami Sage: Why Voters are Exhausted" Watch here: youtube.com/watch?v=Iqm070pq… Listen on Podcast Apps: dcsources.us @meghan_hays9 | @EliStokols | @Maura_Gillespie

Could Kamala Harris have won the 2024 election... and how does she reset herself if she wants to run for president again? Sami Sage, the founder of Betches and the author of "Democracy in Retrograde" joins the podcast to discuss the state of US Politics... are voters just done with the state of politics in America? Hear the wide-ranging discussion on the D.C. Sources podcast, available tomorrow on your podcast app and YouTube. @maura_gillespie | @meghan_hays9 | @elistokols

Which early state results will tell us where election night is headed? National political reporter @ecschneider highlights North Carolina as the crucial early indicator for election night—explaining why early ballot counts in key House districts will signal whether Democrats are on track for major wins or if Republicans can hold the line. @EliStokols| @Maura_Gillespie | @meghan_hays9

Is the Latino vote shifting back, or was 2024's Republican surge tied directly to Donald Trump? Investigative reporter @zachdespart and Times of London Washington Editor @katieballs break down the key trends to watch on election night—from demographic shifts in Texas to potential surprise blue waves in Midwestern farm states like Kansas. @EliStokols | @Maura_Gillespie | @meghan_hays9

Has Donald Trump's campaign messaging become more of a distraction than a help for Republicans in key midterm races? Political strategist @EliStokols weighs in on Trump's recent campaign trail antics—from bizarre off-script tangents to escalating rhetoric—and questions whether isolated "bunker-style" campaigning is actually hurting Republican candidates facing tough economic headwinds. @Maura_Gillespie | @meghan_hays9

How far are political campaigns willing to go when they feel like they're losing momentum? National political reporter @ElenaSchneider breaks down the backlash surrounding Vivek Ramaswamy's controversial campaign ad in Ohio—and why airing an attack featuring an estranged parent smells of desperation rather than a campaign on top. @EliStokols | @Maura_Gillespie | @meghan_hays9

Has Donald Trump become a liability for Republicans in the midterms? Times of London Washington Editor @katieballs shares an international perspective on Ken Paxton's leaked recordings, revealing growing frustration among Republicans who feel Trump's messaging is actively setting back their campaign strategy. @EliStokols | @Maura_Gillespie | @meghan_hays9

Could Texas actually turn blue in this year's elections? @ZachDespart breaks down why bad fundamentals and weak candidates have Republicans on the back foot—leaving Governor Greg Abbott facing his toughest race yet as Democrats target key rural voters in Texas. @EliStokols | @Maura_Gillespie | @meghan_hays9

What on earth is going on in Kansas?! @ec_schneider from The Washington Sun, breaks down the Kanas senate race... which seems to be a tossup! Why are so many traditionally solid red states having competitive elections? and what could it mean for the Democrats and Republicans following on from the midterms? Join @EliStokols, @meghan_hays9 and @maura_gillespie for the first ever D.C. Sources roundtable. @katyballs and @zachdespart also join the discussion. Don't miss D.C. Sources, out tomorrow on your podcast app and YouTube.

There’s two weeks to go until the U.S. midterm elections! Don’t miss our D.C. Sources roundtable as @EliStokols, @Maura_Gillespie and @meghan_hays9 are joined by: @katyballs, Washington Editor of The Times and The Sunday Times. @zachdespart, Investigative reporter at ProPublica and the Texas Tribune. And, @ec_schneider, National Political Reporter at The Washington Sun. Listen and watch from tomorrow as they discuss the state of play, what to look out for on election night and what it could mean for both major parties heading into 2028!

What does real public service actually look like? Former Senate fellow and Naval veteran Ryan Peterman reflects on how working on Capitol Hill exposed the contrast between dedicated public servants and politicians in it for the wrong reasons—inspiring his own run for Iowa Secretary of State. @EliStokols | @Maura_Gillespie | @meghan_hays9

Why are skyrocketing costs hitting Iowa so hard? Candidate Ryan Peterman addresses how rising costs on the farm and at home—from diesel to fertilizer—are hitting Iowans hard, driving voters across parties to demand real accountability and change. @EliStokols | @Maura_Gillespie | @meghan_hays9

Should running elections ever be partisan? Naval veteran and Democratic candidate Ryan Peterman breaks down why the Secretary of State position must remain nonpartisan, highlighting how his military background shapes his approach to protecting voting access for every eligible Iowan. @EliStokols | @Maura_Gillespie| @meghan_hays9

Is the political pendulum swinging back in Iowa? Democratic candidate Ryan Peterman and Maura Gillespie analyze why Republicans are being forced to spend heavily to defend once-safe red strongholds. @EliStokols | @Maura_Gillespie | @meghan_hays9

"The ballot box is how we hold leaders accountable." Ryan Peterman calls out recent attacks on voting rights and mail-in ballots in Iowa, emphasizing why protecting access to the process matters now more than ever. @EliStokols | @Maura_Gillespie | @meghan_hays9

🆕 EPISODE of D.C. Sources STREAMING NOW on podcast apps and YouTube. "Did the White House Fail to Vet Their New Press Secretary?" Watch here: youtube.com/watch?v=1Gn90DW1… Listen on Podcast Apps: dcsources.us @meghan_hays9 | @EliStokols | @Maura_Gillespie

Did you see THAT White House press briefing last night? @Maura_Gillespie, @meghan_hays9 and @EliStokols discuss what was a nightmare first day for new White House Press Secretary Katie Zacharia. You can hear the full discussion on tomorrow's episode of D.C. Sources alongside an interview with the Democratic candidate for Iowa Secretary of State, @PetermanForIowa. Find the new episode on your podcast app or watch on YouTube!