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Andrew Prokop

Andrew Prokop

Senior Politics Correspondent

    Latest articles by Andrew Prokop

    Politics
    Elon Musk is on a collision course with Stephen MillerElon Musk is on a collision course with Stephen Miller
    Politics

    The Trumpworld feud over H-1B visas, explained.

    By Andrew Prokop
    Politics
    What the hell is going on in Congress, explainedWhat the hell is going on in Congress, explained
    Politics

    Trump stoked another congressional crisis. But there’s an intriguing twist to this one.

    By Andrew Prokop
    Politics
    Are progressive groups sinking Democrats’ electoral chances? Are progressive groups sinking Democrats’ electoral chances? 
    Politics

    The debate, explained.

    By Andrew Prokop
    Policy
    Biden screwed up on inflation — badlyBiden screwed up on inflation — badly
    Policy

    He didn’t just get unlucky. He botched the response.

    By Andrew Prokop
    Trump 2.0, explained
    Trump may start his second term with a stunning power grabTrump may start his second term with a stunning power grab
    Trump 2.0, explained

    Could Trump force the Senate into recess — and then appoint whoever he wanted to the government?

    By Andrew Prokop
    2024 Elections
    The debate over why Harris lost is in full swing. Here’s a guide.The debate over why Harris lost is in full swing. Here’s a guide.
    2024 Elections

    Was she a weak candidate? Was it Joe Biden’s fault? Did Trump have unexpected strength? Or was it a global trend?

    By Andrew Prokop
    2024 Elections
    One striking pattern hidden in the election resultsOne striking pattern hidden in the election results
    2024 Elections

    Were voters rejecting Democrats — or just the Biden-Harris administration?

    By Andrew Prokop
    2024 Elections
    Why Kamala Harris lostWhy Kamala Harris lost
    2024 Elections

    Trump won because Harris inherited a tough situation from Joe Biden — and ultimately could not overcome it.

    By Andrew Prokop
    2024 Elections
    Can Kamala Harris still win?Can Kamala Harris still win?
    2024 Elections

    No. Donald Trump has won the 2024 election.

    By Andrew Prokop
    2024 Elections
    What the final polls show about the 2024 presidential electionWhat the final polls show about the 2024 presidential election
    2024 Elections

    One final poll has brought Democrats hope. The others aren’t so clear.

    By Andrew Prokop