Krishna Andavolu - Explainers Correspondent
Krishna Andavolu
Explainers Correspondent
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A pattern that is blurring the line between free speech and domestic terrorismJun 17, 2026After a supposed “noise demonstration” at a Texas ICE detention facility went awry last year, the DOJ secured convictions for 15 people with a terrorism-related crime. CNN’s Krishna Andavolu explains how this fits into a pattern that’s experts say is blurring the line between free speech and terrorism. -
Should this domestic spying program be allowed to expire?Jun 10, 2026Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act is up for renewal, and lawmakers are debating whether a law designed to prevent terrorism is also violating the constitutional rights of citizens. CNN's Krishna Andavolu explains. -
Are DHS immigration tactics legal?Jun 5, 2026Federal agents have broad authority to use force while carrying out their deportation agenda. These powers find their footing in Supreme Court precedent & federal law and can be used on US citizens as well. CNN's Krishna Andavolu explains. -
Why we’ve entered a new nuclear ageJun 3, 2026The last nuclear arms treaty between the U.S. and Russia expired in February. And both Russia and China are testing weapons systems designed to evade US nuclear defense. CNN’s Krishna Andavolu explains how a new nuclear arms race is developing. -
How gas station owners set their pricesJun 2, 2026The war in Iran has driven up oil prices, which in turn has sent gas prices soaring across the country. CNN's Krishna Andavolu and David Goldman explain why it could take years for those prices to come back down. -
Why some of Iran’s retaliation strikes have missed their targetsMay 30, 2026Since the start of Operation Epic Fury, Iran has fired barrages of ballistic missiles and drones in retaliation. Very few have hit their target. CNN's Krishna Andavolu explains why. -
Why gerrymandering is getting worseMay 23, 2026As states rapidly redraw districts ahead of the midterms, an impending Supreme Court decision could spur even more gerrymandering -- and according to experts, threaten the future of fair representation. CNN's Krishna Andavolu explains. -
Is an AI bubble about to pop?May 13, 2026With AI investment driving US economic growth and big tech companies accounting for a wildly disproportionate share of stock market value, should we be worried that there's an AI bubble? And that it's about to pop? CNN's Krishna Andavolu explains. -
Why child care is so expensiveMay 13, 2026Child care is more expensive than rent or even in-state college tuition in 38 states. CNN's Krishna Andavolu explains why costs aren't coming down anytime soon, and what can be done to make it more affordable. -
A record $170 billion is being spent on mass deportation and border securityMay 13, 2026A record $170 billion is being spent on mass deportation and border security, with DHS contracting companies to detain and shuffle migrants around the country. But so much of the broader system and the private companies profiting from it remains hidden. CNN’s Krishna Andavolu explains. -
• Video 5:07Video Why Iranian counterattacks rarely hit their target 5:07Mar 5, 2026Since the start of Operation Epic Fury, Iran has fired barrages of ballistic missiles and drones in retaliation. Very few have hit their target. CNN’s Krishna Andavolu explains why. For more deep-dives that break down complex topics, go to CNN Explains on the Watch page or on the CNN app.
About
Krishna Andavolu is an Emmy award-winning journalist who is Explainers Correspondent for CNN. As correspondent for CNN Explains, he delivers clear, visually rich and deeply reported videos that break down complex topics, spanning global events to everyday questions, so viewers can understand the world with confidence. Recent episodes have covered everything from the U.S. Supreme Court and the artificial intelligence bubble to immigration and healthcare deserts. Andavolu previously served as a Senior Producer for CNN Explains.
Before joining CNN, he was best known as anchor of VICE’s nightly news show VICE News Tonight, and he also developed and hosted the popular ground-breaking documentary series Weediquette chronicling the science, economics, culture, and politics of cannabis.
Andavolu also previously served as a correspondent and producer for several VICE special series airing on HULU, HBO, and Showtime; covering science, technology, politics, and culture. He embedded with ICE agents to explore the realities of American children growing up in the shadow of deportation, and reported extensively on the intersection of drugs, policy, and culture.
Andavolu was honored with a News and Documentary Emmy Award in 2021 for Outstanding Newscast as anchor of VICE News Tonight. He was also nominated for three Emmys for VICE News Tonight; Outstanding Continuing News Coverage: Long Form (2022), Best News Coverage: Long Form (2022), and Outstanding Recorded News Program (2023).
Andavolu received his bachelor’s degree in history from Wesleyan University. He lives in Brooklyn, New York.
