Experts in the News

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United States' role in Russia-Ukraine dynamic

"Putin knows from his KGB background and others just how to read and play various figures when and as he needs to—and I think he is doing that to a fine degree, sadly, with President Trump," says Mara Rudman.
Mara Rudman
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Trump's call with Putin

Mara Rudman discusses Trump's most recent call with Putin, and implications for Ukraine, Europe, Asia, and U.S. security.
Mara Rudman
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The Republican Who Actually Understood Russia

Eric hosts "Financial Times" Washington commentator Edward Luce. They discuss Zbig's historical significance, why there have been more biographies of Henry Kissinger than Brzezinski and whether or not he was, in the long pull of history, more consequential than Kissinger. They also consider whether Brzezinski was a better National Security Adviser than Carter was a President.
Eric Edelman
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France gave the Statue of Liberty, Qatar offered $400M plane. Experts say it’s not the same

It is not unusual for presidents to receive gifts from foreign states, but gifts valued at over $480 are traditionally turned over to the National Archives. Sometimes, the gifts that presidents receive are ultimately displayed by the National Archives in a presidential library or museum, said Barbara Perry, a professor of governance and presidential expert at the University of Virginia.
Barbara Perry
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First Ladies: Their enduring impact on American life

Throughout history, first ladies have had an enduring impact on both select policy and political matters, as well as on White House ceremonial traditions and broader American culture. Speakers discuss the purpose and influence of the first spouse from Martha Washington to Melania Trump.
Barbara Perry