Dan Balz is a chief correspondent at The Washington Post. With a career spanning several decades, he has focused on general assignment news, government, and politics, providing in-depth coverage and analysis of the political landscape. He has been featured in numerous publications, including The Seattle Times, The Detroit News, and PBS, and is a regular panelist on PBS’s “Washington Week.”
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Dan Balz's coverage primarily revolves around politics and government in the context of national US affairs, with a focus on political figures such as Donald Trump, Nikki Haley, and Ron DeSantis. His articles also touch upon broader themes like the state of American democracy and its challenges.
Given his extensive coverage of legal policy regulation and data citation, Dan would likely be interested in expert perspectives related to political trends, election analysis or insights into public opinion based on credible data sources. Additionally, he may appreciate input from experts who can provide nuanced opinions on political developments within the Republican Party or wider implications for US governance.
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By: Dan Balz
A new Gallup poll shows a remarkable turnaround in public sentiment about aspects of immigration policy. Other recent surveys find significant dissatisfaction with Trump's handling of the economy. When he was sworn in, Trump promised a new “Golden Age.” It's clear that, six months into his presidency, the public isn't buying all the hype.
By: Dan Balz
President Donald Trump spent much of last week trying to fend off a revolt in his base over the Jeffrey Epstein case, but he has more than just problems within his own MAGA followers.
By: Dan Balz
Analysis: When he was sworn in as US President, Donald Trump promised a new 'Golden Age'.
By: Amy B Wang, Matthew Choi, Dan Merica, Dylan Wells, Brianna Tucker, Justin Jouvenal, Adam Kilgore, Dan Balz
Get the latest news on President Donald Trump’s second term in the White House and the Republican-led Congress.
By: Dan Balz
Dan Balz writes on his retirement from full-time work at The Washington Post after 47 years.
About two months ago, my wife was out for a walk and stopped to talk with a man working in his yard. When he realized that she and I were married, he said: Tell him he writes too long.
By: Andrew Ba Tran, Dan Balz, Scott Clement
Most Americans disapprove the president’s handling of top issues, and a majority say he has gone too far in exercising his powers.
By: Dan Balz, Scott Clement
Democrats now hold a five-point advantage in support for Congress, up from two points in February.
By: Scott Clement, Dan Balz
The president's weak approval ratings six months ahead of the midterm elections put the Republicans' slender House majority in grave danger and now threaten their Senate majority as well.
By: Scott Clement, Dan Balz
Trump’s handling of the Iran war is opposed by 66% of Americans.
