Laura Coates
United StatespoliticianFemaleb. 19805.3Global Dominance: 0.04%Laura Coates is a prominent legal analyst and CNN anchor known for her insightful commentary on legal issues, politics, and social justice. She holds a law degree from the University of Minnesota Law School and has worked as a federal prosecutor and civil rights attorney. Coates often addresses issues surrounding race, gender, and the law, making her a respected voice in both media and legal circles. Her recent appearance on CNN provided a reality check on the financial implications of cost-cutting measures related to the cryptocurrency Dogecoin (DOGE).
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Coates commented on the unusual situation of the trial where the accused is also a key witness.
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Bosnia and Herzegovina· 2026-08-10
CNN Chief Legal Analyst Laura Coates commented on the unusual dynamic of the trial, noting the credibility of the defendant.
Duane ‘Keffe D’ Davis is both the defendant and key witness in Tupac murder trialUnited States· 2026-08-09Laura Coates rips botched reflecting pool case: 'Erodes faith in DOJ'.
Trump Cabinet showers praise as polls plummet: ‘You’ve done it again’United States· 2026-08-01
Laura Coates discusses the election denier winning the GOP primary for AZ Secy of State.
WSJ reporters awarded for article on Trump’s relationship with Jeffrey EpsteinUnited States· 2026-07-25
Laura Coates is a Venezuelan-American who describes her panic after powerful earthquakes.
CNN on scene of collapsed building in CaracasUnited States· 2026-06-25
Goldman spoke to CNN’s Laura Coates on Monday about his experience at Poetica Coffee.
Rep. Dan Goldman addresses Brooklyn coffee shop banning him over his views on IsraelUnited States· 2026-06-23
Laura Coates warns that Iran could emerge stronger after the Trump agreement.
Smerconish: ‘We’re not a two-lane highway’United States· 2026-06-21
Laura Coates warns that Iran could emerge stronger after the Trump agreement.
America’s soccer moment has finally arrivedUnited States· 2026-06-21Laura Coates reacts to the Trump banner hung at her old workplace, Main Justice.
Supreme Court rules that Trump’s sweeping emergency tariffs are illegalUnited States· 2026-02-20
Laura Coates: “I’m not going to belittle you by explaining why it’s wrong to depict black people as apes.”
Video: Maxwell can clear Trump’s name in Epstein probe in exchange for clemency, attorney saysUnited States· 2026-02-09
Laura Coates stated that she will not belittle anyone by explaining why it is wrong to depict black people as apes.
Laura Coates: “I’m not going to belittle you by explaining why it’s wrong to depict black people as apes.”United States· 2026-02-07
CNN's Laura Coates speaks with a woman who was dragged from her vehicle by federal agents.
‘I wish you would just hold me in contempt’ says federal attorney in MNUnited States· 2026-02-06
CNN's Laura Coates interviewed a woman who was dragged from her vehicle by federal agents.
Minneapolis Mayor says ICE agents leaving ‘is not de-escalation’United States· 2026-02-05
CNN's Laura Coates speaks with a woman who was dragged from her vehicle by federal agents and described her experience to Democratic lawmakers in Washington.
Bill Gates denies Epstein claimsUnited States· 2026-02-04
CNN's Laura Coates speaks with a woman who was dragged from her vehicle by federal agents and described her experience to Democratic lawmakers in Washington.
Sheriff investigates possible ransom notes for Nancy GuthrieUnited States· 2026-02-04
CNN's Laura Coates speaks with a woman who was dragged from her vehicle by federal agents.
Homan: DHS to withdraw 700 personnel from MinneapolisUnited States· 2026-02-04CNN's Laura Coates speaks with a woman who was dragged from her vehicle by federal agents.
Why does Trump attack female reporters who ask about Epstein?United States· 2026-02-04CNN's Laura Coates speaks with a woman who was dragged from her vehicle by federal agents and described her experience to Democratic lawmakers in Washington.
Woman dragged from car by federal agents describes experienceUnited States· 2026-02-04
Laura Coates explains why new Alex Pretti video doesn't change legal case in his shooting.
CNN’s Manu Raju breaks down the deal reached to avert government shutdownUnited States· 2026-01-30
Laura Coates is mentioned in the context of a discussion about the removal of a slavery exhibit.
‘Whitewashing history:’ critics slam removal of slavery exhibitUnited States· 2026-01-24
A disabled Minnesota woman who was dragged from her car by ICE agents last week told CNN’s Laura Coates she was on her way to a doctor’s appointment when she was detained.
Oddest moments from Trump’s first year in officeUnited States· 2026-01-20
Laura Coates reported on a disabled Minnesota woman who was dragged from her car by ICE agents.
Woman dragged from car by ICE speaks exclusively to CNNUnited States· 2026-01-20
Epstein Survivor: 'We are really disappointed. In some ways, we kind of expected this'.
Kennedy Center Name Change Sparks Backlash & Legal ConcernsUnited States· 2025-12-22
Speaking to CNN’s Laura Coates later Friday evening, Grijalva dismissed McLaughlin’s account.
Democratic congresswoman says she was pepper-sprayed during ICE raid in ArizonaUnited States· 2025-12-07
Laura Coates explains the implications of Trump's pardon spree.
Dem. Armed Services member: Hegseth impeachment ‘has to be on the table’United States· 2025-12-05
Top House Democrat questions whether the Trump Administration's boat strikes will be effective.
Why filibuster is trending as the government remains shutUnited States· 2025-10-31
Top House Democrat questions whether the Trump Administration's boat strikes will be effective.
Video: Two federal judges require Trump administration tap into emergency funds to partially cover food stamp benefitsUnited States· 2025-10-31Laura Coates questioned the effectiveness of the Trump Administration's boat strikes.
CA Atty. General: ‘It’s Trump’s shutdown, not the Democrats’ shutdown’United States· 2025-10-31
Top House Democrat questions whether the Trump Administration's boat strikes will be effective.
Mayor Bill de Blasio meets Bill DeBlasio after newspaper snafuUnited States· 2025-10-31
Laura Coates hosts a segment where furloughed government workers share their struggles and fears.
Top Democratic Rep. reacts to Trump’s plan to let his ‘friend’ pay the troops during the shutdownUnited States· 2025-10-25
