David Catanese

Senior Politics Writer

David Catanese is senior politics writer for U.S. News & World Report and founder of the blog The Run 2016. You can follow him on Twitter and send him feedback at dcatanese@usnews.com.

Recent Work by David Catanese

Trump 2020: Loathing and Fear of Losing

The president is setting up his reelection run to be about socialism, 'the squad' and scaring voters about the Democratic Party.

'Medicare for All' Divides 2020 Democrats

Bernie Sanders will deliver a full-throated speech on his single-payer government health care plan on Wednesday in Washington.

More Than a Moment?

Kamala Harris is basking in a post-debate polling glow. Here’s how she’s trying to make it last.

The First-Round Punch That May Change the Race

The California senator’s decision to question Biden was the most high-profile stinging attack on the front-runner to date.

Watching From the Sidelines

The third-term Massachusetts congressman thinks the Democratic candidates looked too angry and liberal but was eager to open a debate with Elizabeth Warren from a couch.

Two Missions for Dems in First 2020 Debate

The front-runners need to do no harm, while those at the back of the pack have to create a moment to remember. And then there’s the wild card.

How Will Biden Debate? Clues From 2008

The former vice president has more high-stakes debating experience than any of his rivals. But he’s never been in this position before.

Biden Glides, Warren Grinds

The vice president comfortably meanders through his agenda, whereas the senator drives her points with disciplined purpose.

Doubling Down on The Donald

An ‘existential threat.’ A ‘demagogue.’ ‘Impeach Donald Trump.’ The Democrats running to unseat the president are turning up the rhetoric.

Who Made the First Debate?

Montana Gov. Steve Bullock and Rep. Seth Moulton of Massachusetts are among those who didn’t make the cut.