Host Scott Simon previews the upcoming mid-term elections with Charles Cook, editor and publisher of the Cook Political Report and columnist for the National Journal.
Scott Simon is one of America's most admired writers and broadcasters. He is the host of Weekend Edition Saturday and is one of the hosts of NPR's morning news podcast Up First. He has reported from all fifty states, five continents, and ten wars, from El Salvador to Sarajevo to Afghanistan and Iraq. His books have chronicled character and characters, in war and peace, sports and art, tragedy and comedy.
Mary Louise Kelly, a co-host of NPR's "All Things Considered," spoke to The Conversation about her commitment to journalism despite the challenges news media face today, including funding.
President Trump announced new tariffs of 25% on imported autos. The move is intended to encourage auto manufacturers to build factories in the United states.