The Trump administration’s attack on career diplomats and intelligence officials started as soon as he came into office. But now, civil servants are talking to Congress.

Plus, we remember Congressman Elijah Cummings.

On Thursday, Representative Elijah Cummings of Maryland died from “complications concerning longstanding health challenges.”

Yesterday, the White House announced that Vice President Pence and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo were headed to Syria, as part of a delegation to negotiate a ceasefire agreement.

The Takeaway is joined by a journalist covering Washington and the Committee to Protect Journalists to discuss the implications of President Trump's attitude towards the press. 

Some have called this a "constitutional crisis" — but are we at that moment yet?

A look at spending on digital advertising in the 2020 presidential election.

President Trump has been criticized for turning his back on the Kurdish people in the region.

Gun reform legislation in Washington stalls, and a mass shooting occurred in Kansas City, Kansas.