Second Request: Forecasting the Dynamics of the Legislative Branch with Daniel Schuman

Tue, Nov 10, 2026 | 11:00 am ET

On Tuesday, November 10 at 11:00 a.m. ET, The Capitol Forum will host a conference call with Daniel Schuman, Executive Director of the American Governance Institute, as part of our Second Request series.

The discussion will explore the evolving dynamics of the legislative branch. Drawing on his expertise in congressional operations, oversight, and governance, Schuman will examine how power is distributed in Congress and what reforms could shape its future.

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The discussion topics will include:

  • The history of power structures in the House of Representatives: How and why has power become concentrated in the Speaker’s office? 
  • How has the political situation changed since Nancy Pelosi was in power? 
  • What rules and procedural reforms could help decentralize power in the House? 
  • What are the key factions within the Democratic Party? 

Speakers:

Daniel Schuman

Daniel Schuman is the Executive Director of the American Governance Institute, a nonpartisan nonprofit dedicated to strengthening American democracy. A nationally recognized expert on the federal government, he specializes in congressional operations, appropriations, legislative rules and procedures, and government accountability. He is the founder and editor of First Branch Forecast, a weekly newsletter focused on congressional capacity and oversight, and has helped develop transparency initiatives that expand public access to government information, including EveryCRSReport.com.  

His work focuses on strengthening Congress, improving oversight, modernizing government technology, and promoting a more transparent and effective federal government. 

Your Host Teddy Downey

Executive Editor at The Capitol Forum

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