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President Joe Biden’s First News Conference
March 27, 2021 01:09 - 1.81 GB VideoPresident Biden’s first news conference focused on immigration, voting rights & gun reform. The panel discussed how Biden plans to address these issues. Peter Baker of The New York Times guest moderates.
U.S. Reaches President Biden’s Goal of 100 Million Vaccines
March 20, 2021 01:01 - 743 MB VideoPresident Biden met his goal of administering 100 million COVID-19 vaccine doses in his first 100 days in office. The panel discussed Biden’s focus on the growing rate of vaccinations, his tour promoting the passage of a $1.9 trillion economic relief package & the challenges that remain ahead. Rachel Scott of ABC News guest moderates.
Horrors in Atlanta & Crisis at the Border
March 20, 2021 00:58 - 1.81 GB VideoThree shootings in Atlanta, GA left 8 dead, including 6 women of Asian descent, raising fears of even more violence. The panel also discussed how the Biden administration is confronting a surge of migrants at the border. Rachel Scott of ABC News guest moderates.
A Look Back at a Year of COVID-19
March 13, 2021 02:14 - 1.63 GB VideoIt’s the one-year mark of the COVID-19 pandemic shifting the world as we once knew it. The panel reflected on one of the deadliest years in American history, & how the country is fighting to move forward. Susan Davis of NPR guest moderates.
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s Political Storm
March 13, 2021 02:12 - 723 MB VideoDemocratic leaders from New York are calling for NY Gov. Andrew Cuomo to resign, after multiple allegations of sexual assault & underreporting of nursing home deaths on his watch. The panel discussed Cuomo’s future as a political figure as the pandemic continues.
Cuomo’s Political Scandal & Biden’s Cabinet Challenges
March 06, 2021 02:24 - 974 MB VideoNY Gov. Andrew Cuomo is facing backlash after being accused of sexual misconduct. The panel also discussed challenges for President Biden’s nominees to key positions. Amy Walter of The Cook Political Report guest moderates.
Democracy Under Threat & The Fight For Voting Rights
March 06, 2021 02:17 - 1.63 GB VideoFBI Director Christopher Wray warned that domestic terrorism threats continue after the January 6th insurrection. The panel also discussed voting rights legislation & President Biden’s hopeful COVID-19 vaccine news. Amy Walter of The Cook Political Report guest moderates.
President Joe Biden’s Foreign Policy Decisions
February 27, 2021 01:55 - 995 MB VideoPresident Joe Biden launched his first overseas military action by striking Syria. The panel talked in depth about Biden's move to not penalize Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammad Bin Salman for the killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. The New York Times Chief White House Correspondent Peter Baker guest moderates.
The COVID-19 Crisis & Investigating the Insurrection
February 27, 2021 01:52 - 1.63 GB VideoThis week Washington dealt with President Biden’s COVID-19 relief bill, a mounting virus death toll, and the fallout from the January 6th insurrection on the Capitol. The panel discussed new details from congressional hearings into the riot, President Biden’s latest foreign policy efforts, and where the country stands on vaccine distribution. The New York Times Chief White House Correspondent Peter Baker guest moderates.
President Joe Biden’s Foreign Policy Push
February 20, 2021 02:19 - 733 MB VideoPresident Joe Biden said America is back during a speech at a virtual Munich Security Conference. The panel discussed Biden’s plans to restart nuclear negotiations with Iran, and re-committing the country to NATO. Stay tuned for the panel’s discussion about the stories to watch next week. CBS Senior White House Correspondent Weijia Jiang guest moderates.
Biden sets deadlines for the COVID response as the GOP debates its future
February 20, 2021 02:19 - 1.82 GB VideoPresident Joe Biden held his first town hall this week, answering about the vaccine rollout and his plans to get the country through the pandemic. The panel discussed where the Biden administration stands on the push to reopen classrooms, the government's response to Texas’s debilitating winter storm, and the cold war between Sen. Mitch McConnell and former President Donald Trump. CBS Senior White House Correspondent Weijia Jiang guest moderates.
President Joe Biden’s COVID-19 Agenda
February 13, 2021 02:37 - 530 MB VideoAs the Senate grapples with impeachment, President Joe Biden kept the pandemic at the forefront of his agenda this week. While COVID-19 case numbers fall, new contagious variants of the virus could undo the progress. The panel discussed Biden’s efforts to get Americans vaccinated quickly, and the latest on the $1.9 trillion relief bill. ABC News Chief Washington Correspondent Jonathan Karl guest moderates.
The Second Impeachment Trial of Former President Trump
February 13, 2021 02:35 - 1.81 GB VideoHouse impeachment managers presented their case against former President Trump this week alleging that Trump’s incited the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol on January 6th. With the managers documenting in vivid detail the events from that day, some Senate Republicans appeared shaken by the presentation. The panel discussed the arguments made by Trump’s legal team, what the future looks like for the Republican Party, and Trump as a political figure. ABC News Chief Washington Correspondent Jona...
President Joe Biden’s Actions on Immigration
February 06, 2021 02:08 - 829 MB VideoMore than 500 of the children separated from their parents at the U.S.-Mexico border under the Trump administration are still waiting to be reunited, as their parents cannot be found. The panel discussed how President Joe Biden is working to create a task force that aims to reunite the separated children, and the effectiveness of his new efforts. PBS NewsHour Correspondent Lisa Desjardins guest moderates.
President Biden & Congress Push For Stimulus As the GOP Faces A Reckoning
February 06, 2021 02:01 - 1.82 GB VideoNearly a month after the insurrection at the Capitol, Republican leaders are desperate to unify their party ahead of next week’s impeachment trial of former President Donald Trump, while members of Congress are still dealing with the traumatic effects. The panel discussed the fate of the GOP, and the next steps for President Joe Biden’s $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief package. PBS NewsHour Correspondent Lisa Desjardins guest moderates.
President Joe Biden’s Latest Executive Actions
January 30, 2021 02:04 - 731 MB VideoPresident Joe Biden has signed more executive orders during his first week in office than any other recent U.S. president. Our guest moderator Amna Nawaz discussed with the panel how President Biden is working to dismantle former President Donald Trump’s policies, and why he’s moving quickly to tackle many of the nation's key issues.
President Joe Biden’s First Full Week in Office
January 30, 2021 02:00 - 1.78 GB VideoPresident Joe Biden marked his first full week as president, rolling back many of former President Donald Trump’s policies and working to tackle the COVID-19 pandemic and other national crises. This week, the Biden administration announced that it plans to ramp up vaccinations as the pandemic’s deadliest month ends. Our guest moderator Amna Nawaz of the PBS NewsHour discussed with the panel the split within the Republican Party over former President Donald Trump’s impeachment, and the concern...
Reflecting on a Historic Presidential Transition
January 23, 2021 03:10 - 974 MB VideoThe panelists take the time to reflect on the four years of Donald Trump’s presidency, and the beginning of Joe Biden’s tenure. Our guest moderator Amna Nawaz of the PBS NewsHour discusses this historic moment with the panelists and what it’s like reporting in a time of transition.
President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris Take Office
January 23, 2021 03:10 - 1.77 GB VideoIt was a groundbreaking week. President Joe Biden was sworn in as the 46th president of the United States alongside Kamala Harris, his barrier-breaking Vice President, both working to reunite the nation and combat the raging virus. As President Biden gets to work, lawmakers are still working to impeach his predecessor, former President Donald Trump. Our guest moderator Amna Nawaz of the PBS NewsHour discusses the inauguration with the panelists, as well as how the Biden administration is taki...
What’s Next As President-Elect Joe Biden’s Inauguration Nears
January 16, 2021 03:17 - 1.23 GB VideoPresident Trump is now the first United States president to be impeached twice. This was the most bipartisan impeachment in history, but still only 10 House Republicans voted in favor of Trump’s impeachment. The panel discusses how the nation is bracing for both the inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden as well as a second Trump impeachment trial, the emotional and political wreckage from the Capitol, and what comes next as President-Elect Biden’s term in office approaches. Yamiche Alcind...
President Donald Trump’s Second Impeachment & A Nation on Edge
January 16, 2021 03:04 - 1.78 GB VideoPresident Trump is now the first United States president to be impeached twice. This was the most bipartisan impeachment in history, but still only 10 House Republicans voted in favor of Trump’s impeachment. The panel discusses how the nation is bracing for both the inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden as well as a second Trump impeachment trial, the emotional and political wreckage from the Capitol, and what comes next as President-Elect Biden’s term in office approaches. Yamiche Alcind...
A Deeper Look at A Historic Week
January 09, 2021 03:03 - 1 GB VideoIn this edition of our Extra, the panelists continue their conversation about the chaotic events that took place at the Capitol. The panel discusses what possible consequences there may be for the mob, and how the police response this week, compares to the police response to Black Lives Matter protests this past summer.
Mob Storms the Capitol, Congress Affirms President-elect Biden’s Win
January 09, 2021 02:53 - 1.77 GB VideoIt was a chaotic week. As Congress met to confirm President-elect Joe Biden’s win, hundreds of President Trump’s supporters stormed into the Capitol to stop the electoral vote count, an event that stunned the nation. With just 12 days until Trump leaves office, Democrats are calling for him to resign, and calling for invoking the 25th Amendment or moving toward impeachment. Our guest moderator Yamiche Alcindor, discusses with the panel how the incident unfolded, and what deeper challenges cou...
A Look at the Georgia Runoffs & President Trump’s Legacy
December 31, 2020 00:29 - 454 MB VideoThe Georgia Senate runoffs that will determine control of the Senate are just four days away. The panel discussed the latest from the campaign for those two key Senate seats, as well as President Trump’s legacy, and what it means for the future of Washington.
The New Washington
December 31, 2020 00:18 - 1.76 GB VideoIt’s the start to 2021, and Washington is set to face immense challenges. Just days before a divided Congress is sworn in and weeks before President-elect Joe Biden takes office, the panel discussed the Georgia runoff elections that will determine the future of the Senate, Joe Biden’s incoming administration and the future of Washington after President Trump leaves office.
An In-Depth Look at the 2020 Election
December 23, 2020 23:27 - 896 MB VideoAfter a significant 12 months, the panel takes a look back at a year jam-packed with news and hard hitting stories that received nationwide attention, focusing on the historic 2020 election that resulted in President-elect Biden’s victory. Out of all the important stories from this year, the panel also discussed which stories stood out to them as deserving more attention.
A Washington Year In Review
December 23, 2020 23:05 - 1.76 GB Video2020 began with a deadly pandemic that devastated the country, economy, and took thousands of lives. The killing of George Floyd sparked national outrage against systemic racism and police brutality. It was a year like no other, concluding with President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris’s historic victory. The panelists take a look back at this extraordinary year, where the country currently stands, and what the future holds.
President-Elect Joe Biden’s Latest Historic Cabinet Picks
December 19, 2020 03:52 - 1.02 GB VideoPresident-elect Joe Biden announced more Cabinet picks this week, including several historic selections. Biden selected Pete Buttigieg and Rep. Deb Haaland to lead the Transportation and Interior Departments, respectively. Buttigieg would be the first LGBTQ Cabinet secretary while Haaland would be the first Native American Cabinet secretary. The panel discussed the president’s Cabinet and what it says about the Biden administration’s priorities.
The Electoral College Affirms Joe Biden’s Victory & the Vaccines Take Off
December 19, 2020 03:51 - 1.76 GB VideoOn Monday, the Electoral College officially confirmed Joe Biden as the president-elect, and some Republicans have started to recognize his victory over President Donald Trump. Meanwhile the country continues to grapple the effects of COVID-19 as stimulus talks near a potential conclusion on Capitol Hill. The panel also discussed the FDA approving the Moderna vaccine and hacks of American national security infrastructure.
A Look at President-Elect Biden’s Future Cabinet
December 12, 2020 03:04 - 1.01 GB VideoPresident-Elect Joe Biden is committed to having his Cabinet ‘look like America.” But as pressure arises from civil rights leaders pushing to diversify the cabinet, Biden has already made some historic, and some controversial picks. The panel discussed what Americans can expect when it comes to the new Cabinet.
The Virus Surges as President Trump Rejects President-Elect Biden’s Win
December 12, 2020 03:01 - 1.76 GB VideoPresident Donald Trump has fought to stay in power, and now with the Electoral College expected to confirm President-Elect Joe Biden’s victory on Monday, the President continues to rage. The panel also discussed Republicans' support of Trump’s baseless claims, and whether Congress can pass a relief bill before the end of the year.
President Donald Trump Fights On & President-elect Joe Biden Looks Ahead
December 05, 2020 03:11 - 1.57 GB VideoPresident Donald Trump has continued to remain noncompliant about the election results, sparking outrage and forcing officials to speak out against his baseless claims. Meanwhile, President-elect Joe Biden is discussing plans to improve the American economy with a diverse team of advisors, as a COVID-19 stimulus package may be on the way. The panel also discussed what is happening inside the White House as Trump is leaving office and the fate of the Georgia runoff elections.
The Washington Week Bookshelf: “Saving Freedom: Truman, the Cold War, and The Fight For Western Civilization”
December 05, 2020 02:06 - 1.21 GB VideoJoe Scarborough, host of “Morning Joe” on MSNBC, discussed his latest book “Saving Freedom: Truman, the Cold War, and The Fight For Western Civilization.” The conversation focuses on Truman’s establishment of modern U.S. foreign policy after World War II and what President-elect Joe Biden can learn from the former president.
The Washington Week Bookshelf: “Saving Freedom: Truman, the Cold War, and The Fight For Western Civilization” by Joe Scarborough
December 05, 2020 02:06 - 1.21 GB VideoJoe Scarborough, host of “Morning Joe” on MSNBC, discussed his latest book “Saving Freedom: Truman, the Cold War, and The Fight For Western Civilization.” The conversation focuses on Truman’s establishment of modern U.S. foreign policy after World War II and what President-elect Joe Biden can learn from the former president.
Ten Lessons for a Post-Pandemic World
November 27, 2020 19:06 - 1.08 GB VideoFareed Zakaria of CNN’s “Fareed Zakaria GPS”discussed his latest book “Ten Lessons for a Post-Pandemic World.” The discussion covered the consequences of the pandemic and how COVID-19 could reshape the nation and the world, globalization and the digital age.
The Washington Week Bookshelf: "Ten Lessons for a Post-Pandemic World" by Fareed Zakaria
November 27, 2020 19:06 - 1.08 GB VideoFareed Zakaria of CNN’s “Fareed Zakaria GPS”discussed his latest book “Ten Lessons for a Post-Pandemic World.” The discussion covered the consequences of the pandemic and how COVID-19 could reshape the nation and the world, globalization and the digital age.
The Washington Week Bookshelf: Ten Lessons for a Post-Pandemic World by Fareed Zakaria
November 27, 2020 19:06 - 1.08 GB VideoFareed Zakaria of CNN’s “Fareed Zakaria GPS”discussed his latest book “Ten Lessons for a Post-Pandemic World.” The discussion covered the consequences of the pandemic and how COVID-19 could reshape the nation and the world, globalization and the digital age.
Special Report on the COVID-19 Pandemic
November 27, 2020 19:00 - 1.56 GB VideoCOVID-19 case numbers are hitting record highs as outbreaks are appearing nationwide right before the holiday season. With millions struggling, the biggest question is, what’s next? The panel discusses what the future holds for America as vaccines arrive, and how a deeply divided Congress can impact future COVID-19 legislation.
The Road to the Georgia Runoffs
November 21, 2020 01:52 - 325 MB VideoThe nation is looking to Georgia as the state’s two Senate runoff elections are right around the corner. The panel continued the conversation from the broadcast and discussed a private phone call between Republican senators expressing their views on Trump’s ongoing election feud, and what the future of the Senate might be in 2021.
President Donald Trump Denies Election Results As COVID-19 Spikes
November 21, 2020 01:47 - 1.75 GB VideoPresident Trump continues to refuse to accept the election results, taking aid from his lawyer and Republican leaders that have resulted in no overturn in Biden’s victory. The panel also discussed the fate of the nation as the pandemic surges, while COVID-19 stimulus talks are put on hold for yearning Americans.
The Washington Week Bookshelf: “Joe Biden: The Life, the Run, and What Matters Now” by Evan Osnos
November 14, 2020 02:30 - 1.11 GB VideoEvan Osnos of The New Yorker discussed his latest book on President-elect Joe Biden. The book discusses Biden’s life, career and the months prior to his victory in the 2020 election.
Joe Biden is President-Elect & President Donald Trump Refuses to Concede
November 14, 2020 02:26 - 1.75 GB VideoJoe Biden is now president-elect and is beginning his transition into the White House as President Donald Trump continues to refuse to accept the election results. The panel also discussed how the White House is tackling rising COVID-19 case numbers and why Republicans are backing the president’s false claims of election fraud.
Counting the Votes – A One-Hour Election Special
November 07, 2020 03:17 VideoWith Election Day in the rearview mirror, the U.S. waits as battleground states count ballots for President Donald Trump and former Vice President Joe Biden. While Biden leads in key states, continuing ballot counts in close races in states like Georgia, Arizona and Pennsylvania mean no candidate has been projected as a winner. In a one-hour election special, the panelists discussed the ongoing count as well as what Washington will look like come January, both in the White House and in Congress.
Special Report on the 2020 Election
October 31, 2020 00:48 VideoWith President Donald Trump and Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden crisscrossing the country to win over voters, our Washington Week panel discussed the final push to Election Day. Plus, we take a road trip to the key battleground state of Pennsylvania to talk to people about the top issues motivating them to vote.
An In-Depth Look at the Presidential Campaign
October 24, 2020 01:20 - 945 MB VideoThursday night’s presidential debate between President Donald Trump and former Vice President Joe Biden tackled an array of issues, including health care and immigration. The panel discussed how the two candidates sparred on top issues and how they are appealing to the concerns voters have in the final days before Election Day.
The Final Debate Before Election Day
October 24, 2020 01:06 - 1.74 GB VideoPresident Donald Trump and Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden sparred on stage at the final presidential debate on Thursday. The panel discussed the debate as well as the latest news from the campaign trail and Congress as more voters cast their ballots and Election Day draws nearer.
Supreme Court Confirmation Hearings & Mitch McConnell
October 17, 2020 01:41 - 840 MB VideoThis week, the Senate held confirmation hearings for Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett. On our Extra, guest Jane Mayer of The New Yorker discussed how the hearings are part of a years-long effort spearheaded by Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and donors to conservative causes to reshape the federal judiciary.
President Donald Trump & Joe Biden Host Dueling Town Halls
October 17, 2020 01:35 - 1.76 GB VideoPresident Donald Trump and Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden held dueling town hall events Thursday night in place of a scheduled presidential debate. And on Capitol Hill, senators questioned Amy Coney Barrett ahead of a potential confirmation vote on her nomination to the Supreme Court.
The Washington Week Bookshelf: “We Should Have Seen It Coming” by Gerald Seib
October 10, 2020 01:18 - 1.17 GB VideoGerald Seib of The Wall Street Journal discusses his new book “We Should Have Seen It Coming: From Reagan to Trump—A Front-Row Seat to a Political Revolution,” which chronicles the evolution of the conservative movement over forty years, from Ronald Reagan to Donald Trump.
President Trump’s Health & the Vice-Presidential Debate
October 10, 2020 00:59 - 1.76 GB VideoPresident Trump is back in the White House after three days at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. As stimulus negotiations sputter, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced a commission to study the 25th Amendment and presidential fitness. And in the vice-presidential debate, Vice President Mike Pence and Democratic challenger Kamala Harris sparred over COVID-19, the Supreme Court and racial justice issues.