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The latest Brookings work analyzing government reform initiatives by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and their impact on American governance.
In this year-long series, Brookings scholars assess the dynamics of the 2026 midterms, the strategies of candidates and parties, the opinions of voters, and the broader implications for democracy, governance, and leadership in America.
The latest Brookings work exploring how the executive branch is asserting greater authority over the legislative and judicial branches, challenging constitutional principles that date back to the Founders’ time.
Nicol Turner Lee was named as one of Washingtonian’s 2026 Tech Titans.
Elaine Kamarck discussed the Republican midterm convention with The Guardian.
Darrell West spoke about the impact that data centers may have on the upcoming midterms with NPR.
Rashawn Ray and Rebekah Boitey’s research on AI surveillance in schools was cited in an education news roundup from the Tampa Bay Times.
Nicol Turner Lee discussed the challenges surrounding AI use within the government with Government Technology.
Russell Wheeler’s research on the pace of President Trump’s judicial appointments was cited by Bloomberg Law about pending judicial nominations.
Jon Valant spoke to Chalkbeat Indiana about the gap between the cost of tuition for private schools in Indianapolis and school voucher funding.
Sarah Binder was interviewed on CBS Sunday Morning about the diminished powers of Congress, gridlock, and increasing polarization
Scott Anderson spoke about the impact Senator Lindsey Graham’s death will have on US support for Ukraine.
“It’s unilateral surrender on antitrust enforcement; it’s absolutely unprecedented…”
Sarah Binder was quoted in an article from CQ Roll Call about GOP leaders and their lack of transparency surrounding Senator Mitch McConnell’s health.
William A. Galston weighed in on how Mamdani’s rise reflects a broader structural shift within the Democratic Party for The Guardian.