Mamdani's win and the future of Trump's war powers, tax bill
Mamdani's primary win in New York excited progressives as the Democratic Party tries to find its footing after its 2024 losses. Host Colby Itkowitz talks with national enterprise reporter Sarah Ellison about whether Mamdani's victory could be a road map for the party. They also talk with senior congressional reporter Paul Kane about whether the Senate will pass Trump's big tax bill and how congressional Republicans have continued to cede power to the executive branch.
Today's show was produced by Laura Benshoff. It was edited by Lucy Perkins and Reena Flores. It was mixed by Sean Carter. Thanks also to Arjun Singh.
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