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    Facebook Under Fire

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2021


    Facebook whistleblower tells lawmakers that the company knowingly spread misinformation.

    Debt Deadlines and Threats to Democracy

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2021


    Pres. Biden is still battling to get his legislative agenda passed and Jan. 6 select committee subpoena deadlines loom for Trump officials.

    Police Reform Negotiations Hit Roadblock

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2021


    A bipartisan group of lawmakers failed to reach an agreement on police reform after months of negotiations. The panel discussed what went wrong, why the bill failed to pass, and what comes next in the effort to hold law enforcement accountable for the violence against Black Americans.

    Political Divisions Threaten President Biden's Agenda

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2021


    Democrats clashed over the size of President Biden's infrastructure package, as Congress passed a bill to avoid a federal government shutdown before the deadline. The panel also discussed America's continued division over COVID vaccines and mandates, plus a look into the testimony from military leaders on the chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan.

    The Washington Week Bookshelf: “Peril”

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2021 16:03


    The Washington Post's Bob Woodward and former Washington Week moderator Robert Costa join moderator Yamiche Alcindor an in-depth discussion into the explosive reporting from their new book “Peril” on the challenging transition of power between the Trump and Biden administration.

    Jan 6 Committee Issues Subpoenas To Trump Allies

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2021 25:18


    The House Committee investigating the attack on the U.S. Capitol has issued subpoenas to four of former President Trump's closest aides. The subpoenas cited reporting in “Peril”, co-authored by Bob Woodward of The Washington Post and former Washington Week moderator and National Political Reporter at The Washington Post, Robert Costa. The panel also discussed criticism of the Biden administration after the mistreatment of Haitian migrants at the U.S. border and the president's other mounting challenges.

    U.S. Gymnasts Testimony on Larry Nassar Investigation

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2021


    Earlier this week, four elite gymnasts testified in front of the Senate Judiciary Committee, detailing the failures in the handling of the sexual abuse investigation on former USA gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar. The panel discussed the implications of the testimonies, the flaws in the FBI's handling of the case, and more.

    Washington Braces For Trump Supporter Rally on Sept. 18

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2021


    A rally in support of insurrectionists who stormed the U.S. Capitol on Jan 6th is set to take place this weekend. The panel discussed new reporting on the transition of power between former President Trump and President Biden from Bob Woodward and former Washington Week moderator Robert Costa's new book “Peril.” Plus, the panel takes a look into the latest news on COVID-19 booster shots, President Biden's economic agenda & more.

    How 9/11 Changed American Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2021 20:30


    The panel continues the conversation, reflecting on the 20 year anniversary of 9/11. The panel also discussed how the attacks shifted American life, politics, and the impact the event had on Muslim Americans.

    The 20-Year Anniversary Of September 11

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2021 25:18


    In a special edition of Washington Week, the panel takes an in-depth look at the 20 years since 9/11, featuring journalists who covered the attacks and their aftermath. The panel also discussed the legacy of the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, the increased targeting of Muslim Americans and people of color, and what comes next as the country grapples with increased threats of domestic terrorism.

    President Biden's Domestic Challenges

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2021 14:42


    The panel continues the conversation on the domestic challenges President Biden faces. The panel covered the rise of COVID-19 cases, the new Texas abortion ban, and the impacts of natural disasters sweeping through states.

    America's Longest War Ends

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2021 25:18


    The U.S. has fully completed its withdrawal of troops from Afghanistan, ending America's longest war. The panel discussed the criticism President Biden is facing from Republicans and Democrats as he continues to defend his decision, plus a look into the battle over abortion rights, and the deadly impacts of climate change in the U.S.

    What Does FDA Approval of Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine Mean?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2021


    This week, the FDA granted full approval to the Pfizer vaccine, prompting companies to impose vaccine and mask mandates. The panel discussed what the approval of the vaccine means, and what to expect going forward.

    Attack on Kabul Airport: What's Next?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2021


    Days after President Biden warned of potential terror threats, explosions outside of Kabul's airport in Afghanistan killed over 100 people, including U.S. service members. The panel also discussed President Biden's challenges as evacuations of Americans and Afghan allies continue, and what comes next for the country.

    CDC Recommends COVID-19 Booster Shots Next Month

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2021 11:29


    This week, President Biden announced that COVID-19 booster shots will become available to Americans as early as next month. The panel also discussed the data that motivated the new guidance on booster shots, the debate over mask mandates in schools and the politics of the pandemic. Pete Williams of NBC News guest moderates.

    Crisis in Afghanistan: What's Happening Now & What's Next?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2021 22:45


    The panel took an in-depth look at the crisis in Afghanistan and what's next for the nation. The panel also discussed how the U.S. is handling evacuations as President Biden faces pressure to do more for the Afghan interpreters, and how the crisis could have been prevented. Pete Williams of NBC News guest moderates.

    United Nations Study Issues A Grim Warning On Climate Change

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2021 16:37


    Earlier this week, the latest study by the U.N. put out a “code red” warning for humanity, as climate change speeds up. The panel also discussed the Senate passing a bipartisan infrastructure bill that includes efforts to combat climate change.

    U.S. Deploys 3,000 Troops Back To Afghanistan as Taliban Makes Gains

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2021 22:45


    The deepening crisis in Afghanistan has led the Pentagon to deploy troops back to help American personnel and Afghan interpreters evacuate cities under threat from the Taliban. The panel also discussed the Delta variant spiking across the country and the latest on New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo's resignation.

    Answering Your COVID-19 Questions & Back To School Concerns

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2021


    The panel continues the conversation on COVID-19, focused on questions from viewers about the Delta variant. The panel also discussed the politics around reopening schools and concerns parents have about keeping their children safe in the classroom.

    COVID-19 Resurges & Gov. Andrew Cuomo's Controversy

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2021


    As the Delta variant surges across the country, the panel discussed officials struggling to get more Americans vaccinated. The panel also discussed increasing calls on New York Governor Andrew Cuomo to resign following the investigation that concluded he sexually harassed multiple women.

    Mental Health Crisis in the U.S., Plus the Infrastructure Deal

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2021 13:22


    The panel continues the conversation on a contentious political environment, even amid a bipartisan agreement on infrastructure. They also discussed the national conversation on mental health amid the COVID-19 pandemic and after Simone Biles pulled out of the Olympics.

    House Committee Holds First Hearing On U.S. Capitol Riot

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2021 25:20


    On Tuesday, the Jan. 6 House select committee investigating the Capitol attack heard from four police officers in a powerful hearing. The panel also discussed new COVID-19 mandates and the deepening health crisis as the Delta variant surges across the country.

    The Washington Week Bookshelf: “I Alone Can Fix It”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2021 18:48


    The Washington Post's Carol Leonnig & Philip Rucker join moderator Yamiche Alcindor for an in-depth discussion about their new book “I Alone Can Fix It: Donald J Trump's Catastrophic Final Year.”

    White House Ramps Up Efforts As Delta Variant Spikes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2021 25:21


    COVID-19 continues to sweep its way across the country, putting unvaccinated Americans at the highest risk. The panel discussed vaccine skepticism, the select committee to investigate Jan. 6th, and new reporting on former President Trump's reaction to the insurrection.

    Cuban Protests & The Latest on COVID-19

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2021 17:08


    President Biden's Latin American policies are challenged as protests spiral in Cuba, due to the government's pandemic response. The panel also discussed pressures on the White House to support a Democratic government in Haiti, and more on the threat of rising COVID cases.

    Biden Defends Voting Rights as Texas Democrats Flee

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2021 25:04


    President Biden called out Republican lawmakers in a passionate speech addressing their ongoing battle to restrict voting rights. The panel also discussed shocking new reporting on former President Trump, and the growing threat of COVID-19 cases.

    COVID Vaccine Hesitancy Amid Delta Variant Surge

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2021 14:25


    As Delta variant case numbers rise across the U.S., President Biden announced a strategy in hopes of containing the virus. The panel also discussed how the administration plans to combat vaccine hesitancy and what this means for the future of the pandemic.

    The U.S. Winds Down the War in Afghanistan

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2021 25:08


    President Biden announced that all U.S. troops will leave Afghanistan by the end of August. The panel also discussed what has unfolded in the 6 months following the Jan. 6 Capitol insurrection, Biden's challenges abroad in Haiti, & the Delta variant surge in the U.S.

    The Washington Week Bookshelf: “Nightmare Scenario”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2021 16:10


    The Washington Post's Yasmeen Abutaleb & Damian Paletta join moderator Yamiche Alcindor for an in-depth discussion into the Trump administration's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, from their new book “Nightmare Scenario.”

    President Biden Visits Surfside After Deadly Collapse

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2021 25:05


    President Biden met with families impacted by the condominium collapse near Miami, Fla. as rescue workers continue to search for survivors. The panel also discussed the House's new select committee to investigate Jan. 6 & Biden's missed vaccine COVID-19 goals.

    Vice President Kamala Harris Visits The Border

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2021 12:37


    Kamala Harris visited the U.S.-Mexico border for the first time as vice president. The panel also discussed President Biden's missed COVID-19 vaccination goals and the challenges in vaccinating more Americans.

    President Biden's Infrastructure Breakthrough

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2021 25:08


    Is the bipartisan infrastructure deal already in danger of falling apart? The panel also discussed voting rights & Derek Chauvin's sentencing for the murder of George Floyd.

    Juneteenth: The Newest American Federal Holiday

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2021 10:45


    President Biden signed legislation making Juneteenth a federal holiday to commemorate the end of slavery in the U.S. The panel discussed the racial injustice the country continues to face, plus Vice President Kamala Harris's historic march in a Pride parade.

    President Biden & Vladimir Putin Face Off In Historic Summit

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2021 24:54


    President Biden pressed Russian leader Putin on human rights, climate change, ransomware hacks & more at a summit in Geneva. The panel discussed what their conversation means for the U.S., plus the Supreme Court weighs in on the Affordable Care Act.

    President Joe Biden's First Overseas Trip

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2021 22:31


    President Biden is on his first trip abroad, promoting democracy as he meets with the G7 ahead of a meeting next week with Russia's Vladimir Putin. The panel discussed the challenges abroad, as well as Vice President Harris's trip to Central America to deal with immigration. Ed O'Keefe of CBS News co-moderates.

    The Battle Over Voting Rights

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2021 22:34


    President Biden tasked Vice President Harris with protecting voting rights as states across the country enact strict new voting laws. The panel also discussed former President Trump’s plan for campaign-style rallies as he plots a return to the public eye.

    President Biden’s Upcoming Trip Abroad

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2021 15:01


    The panel takes an in-depth look into President Biden’s upcoming overseas meetings with the G7 and NATO, and his meeting with Russian President Putin. The panel also discussed the ongoing crisis in Haiti, Biden raises the alarm about the future of democracy.

    The Battle Over Voting Rights

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2021 22:34


    President Biden tasked Vice President Harris with protecting voting rights as states across the country enact strict new voting laws. The panel also discussed former President Trump’s plan for campaign-style rallies as he plots a return to the public eye.

    America Faces Its History of Race Violence

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2021 18:11


    Next week marks the 100-year anniversary of the Tulsa Race Massacre that ravaged a community known as “Black Wall Street.” The panel also discussed the 1917 East St. Louis Massacre, the gaps in our education, & what the major political and culture changes seen in the country over the past year.

    George Floyd’s Death: One Year Later

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2021 25:11


    A year after George Floyd was murdered by former officer Derek Chauvin in Minneapolis, the panel discussed what’s changed, what hasn’t and where racial justice and policing reforms stand in Capitol Hill.

    Abortion Rights Under Fire & the latest on COVID Restrictions

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2021 13:48


    The Supreme Court announced it will take up a case that challenges Roe v. Wade, as states pass new laws restricting abortion access. The panel also discussed the latest CDC guidance on masks, and how businesses are struggling to adjust in a post-COVID vaccine world.

    President Biden and The Israeli-Palestinian Ceasefire

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2021 25:11


    Israel and Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire but President Biden faces challenges to broker a more lasting peace. The panel also discussed the debate over a bipartisan commission to investigate the insurrection at the Capitol on January 6th.

    Israeli-Palestinian Crisis & Racial Gap in School Reopening

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2021 14:59


    President Biden is facing pressure from all sides as the conflict between Israel and the Palestinian militia group Hamas escalates. The panel also discussed how the pandemic revealed racial disparities in students returning to school.

    New CDC Mask Guidelines & GOP Civil War

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2021 25:10


    Fully vaccinated Americans can now go maskless, according to new CDC guidelines. The panel also discussed House Republicans’ removal of Rep. Liz Cheney and President Biden’s response to the mounting crisis in the Middle East.

    Separated Families Reunite, What’s Next on Immigration?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2021 12:47


    The Biden administration announced some of the first reunifications of families separated at the border under former President Trump. The panel also discussed Biden’s plans to handle the sharp rise in child migrants at the border and prospects for reform.

    GOP Clash and Biden’s Latest COVID-19 Plans

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2021 25:11


    House Republicans are poised to purge Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.) from leadership for speaking out against former President Trump’s election lies. The panel also discussed President Biden’s new COVID-19 vaccine goal and his proposed economic plans.

    President Biden’s First 100 Days

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2021 25:10


    President Biden addressed a joint session of Congress in the week where his administration crossed 100 days in office. The panel discussed Biden’s progress on COVID-19 & his challenges on key issues. Rachel Scott of ABC News guest moderates.

    The Latest on Police Reform in Washington

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2021 7:02


    A bipartisan group of members of Congress are negotiating plans for a potential new effort at passing police reform. The panel discussed the prospects for reform passing & recent police-related deaths. Rachel Scott of ABC News guest moderates.

    The Washington Week Bookshelf: “Madam Speaker: Nancy Pelosi and the Lessons of Power”

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2021 11:10


    Susan Page of USA Today discusses the life and legacy of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, and how she battled her way through the world of politics despite being underestimated, second-guessed and criticized by many. Peter Baker of The New York Times guest moderates.

    Derek Chauvin Found Guilty in George Floyd Killing

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2021 25:11


    Former police officer Derek Chauvin was found guilty for the murder of George Floyd. The panel discussed the future of race & policing in America as well as how President Biden will address the climate crisis. Peter Baker of The New York Times guest moderates.

    100 Days Since the Capitol Insurrection

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2021 14:59


    The insurrection at the Capitol on January 6th scarred the nation, and the pieces that led to that day are still being put together. The panel discussed where the country stands since the event and what we’ve learned. Nancy Cordes of CBS News guest moderates.

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