Interviews

Conversations with experts with perspectives to share with the congressional community

A professional image of Wade Ballou, former House Legislative Counsel, alongside the title 'First Branch Forecast' and a brief description of an interview discussing legislative drafting, court processes, and technology's impact.
Image of Rep. Steny Hoyer, former House Majority Leader, with the U.S. Capitol in the background, promoting an interview about his experience in Congress.
Image of Gene Dodaro, seated and speaking in front of the American flag, with text overlay about his interview discussing leadership models and agency relationships.
Portrait of Catherine Szpindor, the departing House CAO, with a brief overview of her contributions to innovation and modernization in the House.
Interview with Max Spitzer discussing House rules and recess calling authority.
An image of James Curry, a political science professor at the University of Notre Dame, standing outdoors with a smile, accompanied by the text 'First Branch Forecast Interview: James Curry' and a description of his expertise in how information control influences power in Congress.
Interview with Ruth Bloch Rubin, Political Science professor at the University of Chicago, discussing factions and political power in Congress.