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President Biden Looks for a Reset
January 29, 2022 14:23 - 10 minutes - 9.42 MBThe panel discussed a vacancy on the Supreme Court and the president’s trip to Pittsburgh.
Justice Breyer Retires and The Latest from Ukraine
January 29, 2022 14:14 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MBPresident Biden has been consumed with two major issues: The Supreme Court and the growing threat of a possible Russian invasion of Ukraine.
President Biden’s Challenges
January 22, 2022 14:33 - 14.4 MBOn the anniversary of taking office, President Biden faces challenges on all fronts.
President Biden’s First Year in Office
January 22, 2022 14:00 - 38.2 MBThis week marked one year since Biden took office and he's facing pressure from all sides.
Sedition Charges, Voting Rights and COVID Confusion
January 15, 2022 03:33 - 23.7 MBThis week, 11 members of the Oath Keepers, including founder Stewart Rhodes, were charged with seditious conspiracy for their involvement with the Jan. 6 riot.
The Jan. 6 Investigation and What Comes Next for Congress
January 08, 2022 14:39 - 15.1 MBThe conversation about the Jan. 6 attack continues on the Washington Week Extra.
Jan. 6 and the Future of Democracy
January 08, 2022 14:25 - 23.9 MBWashington Week marks the one-year anniversary of the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol.
A Conversation with Newsroom Decision Makers
December 24, 2021 19:25 - 24.5 MBFour of Washington’s top editors joined the panel to discuss the challenges of reporting.
Omicron Spike and The Fight Over Build Back Better
December 24, 2021 19:12 - 24.5 MBThis week as Omicron spiked, President Biden sought to reassure the country and announced new actions to protect Americans.
President Biden as the Consoler in Chief
December 18, 2021 13:30 - 11.4 MBPresident Biden visited communities devastated by the tornadoes in Kentucky.
New Details on Jan. 6 and COVID Spiking Again
December 18, 2021 13:17 - 23.7 MBThe panel discussed Mark Meadows contempt charge, voting rights, Biden’s agenda and a grim COVID milestone.
The Washington Week Bookshelf: “The 1619 Project”
December 11, 2021 16:07 - 13.8 MBThe 1619 Project's Nikole Hannah-Jones discusses new book and the impact of race in America.
Defending Democracy: At Home and Abroad
December 11, 2021 03:05 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MBPresident Biden has been defending democracy abroad and domestically, including holding a call with President Putin as Russian troops gather at the Ukrainian border.
Turnover in VP Harris's Office and Fmr. Pres. Trump's COVID Test
December 04, 2021 05:01 - 11.9 MBThe panel discussed the departure of two of Vice President Kamala Harris’ senior aides.
A New COVID Variant and the Fight Over Abortion Rights
December 04, 2021 03:20 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MBAs anxiety over the omicron variant mounts, the battle over abortion rights heats up.
The Divided States of America
November 24, 2021 16:28 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MBThe panel discussed what divides us and what unites us on a special Thanksgiving edition of Washington Week.
Inside the Exoneration of 2 Men Convicted of Killing Malcolm X
November 20, 2021 04:00 - 16.8 MBThe panel explored a major update in the 1965 assassination of civil rights icon Malcolm X
Crime and Punishment in Washington and Kenosha
November 20, 2021 03:43 - 23.7 MBThe nation's eyes are on Kenosha, WI after Kyle Rittenhouse was found not guilty on all charges.
Kyle Rittenhouse Case & the Trial Over Ahmaud Arbery’s Death
November 13, 2021 03:22 - 14.2 MBThe panel goes in-depth into the dramatic developments of the Kyle Rittenhouse homicide trial.
Infrastructure, Inflation, and New Details on Jan 6th
November 13, 2021 03:02 - 23.9 MBSteve Bannon faced indictment for failing to appear before Congress, as the Jan 6 committee issued more subpoenas to former Trump aides.
The Nation's Divide over Critical Race Theory
November 06, 2021 01:58 - 13.6 MBThe panel discussed the debate over critical race theory, how students are being taught in Virginia schools, and how the issue connects to history.
Republicans Win in Virginia as Biden Fights for his Agenda in Congress
November 06, 2021 01:33 - 23.2 MBTuesday’s elections left the GOP feeling hopeful and ready for the midterms.
President Biden’s Big Gamble
October 29, 2021 21:51 - 23.2 MBThe panel discussed the challenges of President Biden's Build Back Better framework.
Biden's Agenda on the Line| Washington Week | October 22, 2021
October 22, 2021 21:51 - 23.2 MBOur panel dissects what’s included in Biden’s economic agenda and the voting rights battle.
Biden Agenda on The Line
October 22, 2021 04:00 - 23.2 MBOur panel dissects what’s included in Biden’s economic agenda and the voting rights battle
Culture Wars and Economic Challenges
October 15, 2021 03:50 - 23.2 MBThe panel discussed former Trump aide Steve Bannon’s refusal to appear in front of the Jan. 6 committee.
Gang Crisis in Haiti: 17 Missionaries Kidnapped| Washington Week | October 22, 2021
October 15, 2021 03:38 - 11.6 MBThe panel discussed the crisis of insecurity and gang violence in Haiti and the case of 17 missionaries, who were kidnapped last weekend.
The Politics of Blue Origin
October 15, 2021 03:38 - 12.6 MBThis week, William Shatner, aka Captain Kirk, blasted into space on a Blue Origin rocket.
Haiti's Kidnapping Crisis
October 15, 2021 03:38 - 11.6 MBThe panel discussed the crisis of insecurity and gang violence in Haiti and the case of 17 missionaries, who were kidnapped last weekend.
Facebook Under Fire
October 09, 2021 03:58 - 12.9 MBFacebook whistleblower tells lawmakers that the company knowingly spread misinformation.
Debt Deadlines and Threats to Democracy
October 08, 2021 20:37 - 23.2 MBPres. 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
October 02, 2021 00:59 - 10.1 MBA 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
October 02, 2021 00:56 - 23.2 MBDemocrats 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”
September 25, 2021 01:26 - 14.7 MBThe 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
September 25, 2021 01:25 - 23.2 MBThe 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 ...
U.S. Gymnasts Testimony on Larry Nassar Investigation
September 18, 2021 01:19 - 17 MBEarlier 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
September 18, 2021 01:12 - 23.2 MBA 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
September 11, 2021 01:15 - 18.8 MBThe 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
September 11, 2021 00:56 - 23.2 MBIn 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
September 04, 2021 01:04 - 13.5 MBThe 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
September 04, 2021 01:03 - 23.2 MBThe 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?
August 28, 2021 00:17 - 13 MBThis 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?
August 28, 2021 00:14 - 23.2 MBDays 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
August 21, 2021 01:17 - 10.5 MBThis 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?
August 21, 2021 01:12 - 20.8 MBThe 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.
Answering Your COVID-19 Questions & Back To School Concerns
August 07, 2021 00:13 - 14.8 MBThe 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
August 07, 2021 00:09 - 23.2 MBAs 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
July 31, 2021 01:25 - 12.2 MBThe 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
July 31, 2021 01:18 - 23.2 MBOn 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.
COVID Vaccine Hesitancy Amid Delta Variant Surge
July 10, 2021 01:10 - 13.2 MBAs 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.