TRNS Investigates: Human Terrain Teams

TRNS Reporter Monique Cala investigates the increasing presence of social scientists in areas around the globe impacted by unstable conditions. Cala engages military and diplomatic experts as a means of enlighting listeners about the newest ways in which the U.S. Department of Defense is attempting to bridge cultural gaps around the world. (5:31)
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TRNS Investigates: Building The Border Wall

TRNS Reporter Sofia Sanchez takes a close look at the logistics surrounding building a wall along the U.S./Mexico border. Sanchez interviews lawmakers, government officials and immigration experts in an attempt to probe whether or not there is a need for a wall, and what its net effects would be on the nation's immigration situation. (6:21)
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TRNS Investigates: The Social Security Tax Cap

TRNS Reporter Antonia Aguilar takes an investigative look at an issue most Americans aren't aware of. With help from experts and scholars, Aguilar examines the reasons behind why there is a tax cap within the nation's social security system, as well as the pros and cons of such a cap. (4:38)
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TRNS Investigates: The Congressional Filibuster

TRNS Reporter Benny Martinez takes an in-depth look at Congress's historical use of the filibuster. Martinez explores the origins of the filibuster, and speaks with both experts and lawmakers who share their take on how it has impacted government, from the early days of our nation to the present. (5:57)
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The Nation Needs To Support Military Families, Says Michelle Obama

At a summit on providing support for military families, First Lady Michelle Obama stressed that Americans need to increase their support for military families. (0:17)
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Michelle Obama: My Husband Has Made Military Families A Priority

At a summit on providing support for military families Wednesday, First Lady Michelle Obama said that her husband has made military families a priority in his administration. (0:15)
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Too Many Military Families Think Americans Do Not Appreciate Their Service, Says Michelle Obama

At a summit on providing support for military families Wednesday, Michelle Obama says that too many military families believe the general public do not appreciate their service. (0:44)
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Military Families Putting Their Lives On Hold For Other Americans, Says The First Lady

At a summit on providing support for military families, Michelle Obama says that military families are putting their lives on hold for the sake of other Americans. (0:25)
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Boehner: There Is A Political Rebellion In America

House Minority Leader John Boehner says that America is currently experiencing a political rebellion; referencing the recent renomination failure of Sen. Bob Bennett (R-Utah) to secure his party's support and Rep. Alan Mollohan's (D-W.Va.) loss in the West Virginia primary. (0:46)
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Alleged Time Square Bomber Did Not Work Alone, Says Schumer

Senator Chuck Schumer (D-NY) says Tuesday that since the arrest of alleged Times Square bomber Faisal Shahzad, law enforcement officials have learned that he did not plan the attack on his own. (0:19)
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House Republican Troubled By Lack Of Hiring Still Being Done On Main Street

Rep. Kevin Brady (R-Texas) says middle size employers are often called the engine of growth. "I guess I am troubled by the thought that our main street vs. our wall street companies aren’t hiring. (0:15)
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Texas Republican Says No One Is Raising 'Mission Accomplished' Banner On America's Job Situation

Despite the addition of 290,000 jobs to the U.S. economy, Rep. Kevin Brady (R-TX) said during a hearing Friday that, with 15 million people out of work that, no one in Congress is raising a "Mission Accomplished" banner just yet. (0:13)

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New York Democrat Says Americans Are More Optimistic About Job Prospects

Rep. Carolyn Maloney (D-NY) says the rise in the unemployment rate is due to Americans who have previously given up looking for employment reentering into the labor market. Maloney says that this is a sign of increased optimism toward job prospects. (0:23)
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Army General Nicholson Discusses Progress In Marjah

Army General John Nicholson discusses progress in Afghanistan, in particular the city of Marjah, during a hearing held by the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. (0:14)
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Boehner : Democrats Refuse To Admit Existence Of War On Terror

House Minority Leader John Boehner (R-Ohio) said during a press conference Thursday that Democrats are denying existence of the War on Terror. (0:07)
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Boehener: Obama Lacks A Comprehensive Plan To Fight Terror

House Minority Leader John Boehner (R-Ohio) told reporters during a press conference Thursday that the Obama administration lacks a real comprehensive plan to confront terrorism. (0:18)
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Sen. Kerry Says Trust Is The True Measure Of Success in Afghanistan

Sen. John Kerry (D-Mass.), who chairs the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, says that winning the trust of the Afghan people is the ultimate measure of success in the country. (0:19)
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Wall Street Reform Bill Will Prevent Future Crises, Says Reid

Senator Harry Reid (D-NV) says the proposed Wall Street reform legislation aims to end the programs in Wall Street that led to the financial crisis. (0:21)
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Rep. Rangel Says He Is Disappointed About Obey's Retirment

Rep. Charles Rangel (D-NY) says that he is shocked, surprised and disappointed about Rep. David Obey's retirement announced Wednesday. (0:19)
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Top Pentagon Official Flournoy: Afghanistan Is Our Top Priority

Michele Flournoy, the Undersecretary of Defense for Policy, told the House Armed Services Committee Wednesday that Afghanistan is the top priority for the Department of Defense. (0:15)
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