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Catch up on the biggest stories of the day from Washington with interviews and analysis from leading journalists. Posted weekdays at 6:30 pm ET. From C-SPAN, the network that brings you the "Q&A" podcast.
Episodes
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Trump Threatens New Iran Strikes, Bill Gates Testifies on Epstein Ties, Inflation Hits 4.2%
President Trump says the U.S. will resume attacks on Iran amid stalled negotiations, inflation reaches a three-year high, Bill Gates appears before the House…
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House passes $70B ICE/CPB funding on party-line vote; Pres. Trump says U.S. 'must' respond to U.S. Army helicopter downed by Iran; NASA reveals Artemis III crew
House joins the Senate in passing $70 billion, budget reconciliation, multiyear funding bill for Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and Customs & Border…
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GOP budget reconciliation bill to fund ICE & CPB moves to House; Pres. Trump attends NBA Finals game at MSG
Republicans’ budget reconciliation package is now in the House’s hands, and they could approve the immigration bill this week; Another contentious issue boils…
Washington TodayWeekend Edition: Immigration Enforcement, Anti-Weaponization Fund, and PBS Frontline Documentary on Trump's "War Cabinet"
In this weekend's episode, three segments from this past week's Washington Journal. First: A discussion about the Trump Administration's immigration…
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Senate Vote-a-Rama Begins on GOP Immigration Funding Bill as Trump Announces Key Nomination
The Senate vote-a-rama is underway as Republicans push toward passage of a 70-billion-dollar budget reconciliation package to fund the Trump administration's…
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Senate Begins Debate on GOP Reconciliation Bill Amid High-Profile Hearings
On Capitol Hill, Republicans are finally moving their reconciliation package forward. The Senate voted this afternoon to begin debate on the measure, which no…
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Bill Pulte Faces Capitol Hill Scrutiny, Rubio Testifies on Iran & C-SPAN2 Marks 40 Years of Senate Coverage
President Trump's decision to name Bill Pulte as acting Director of National Intelligence draws mixed reactions on Capitol Hill, with Democrats sharply…
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IRS "Weaponization" Fund Scrapped? Senate Returns, Iran Talks in Question & Primary Elections Ahead
The Trump administration is reportedly abandoning its controversial $1.8 billion IRS "weaponization" fund after bipartisan criticism and concerns raised by…
Washington TodayWeekend Edition: Texas GOP Senate Primary, Government Fraud, and Americans View of the Iran War
In this weekend's episode, three segments from this past week's Washington Journal. First: A discussion with Cook Political Report's Jessica Taylor on what the…
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Pres. Trump holds Situation Room meeting on possible deal to end Iran War; Former Atty. Gen. Bondi is interviewed by House Oversight Committee on Epstein files
President Donald Trump posts a list of requirements for any deal to end the war with Iran peacefully, then says he is meeting in the White House Situation Room…
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Reports of possible U.S.-Iran deal to extend ceasefire, reopen Strait, launch nuclear talks; Treasury Dept exploring $250 bill with Pres. Trump's portrait
There are reports of a possible agreement between the U.S. and Iran to extend the ceasefire and start negotiations over Iran's nuclear program, while a new…
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Pres. Trump holds Cabinet meeting, talks about Texas primary results, Iran war negotiations, anti-ICE protests; retiring Sen. Durbin honored by Illinois legislature
President Donald Trump holds a Cabinet meeting at the White House, talking about Tuesday's election primary results, including in Texas, where his preferred…
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Pres. Trump says physical went 'perfectly'; SC Senate GOP votes down GOP-leaning Cong. district map; Fed. workers to sign NDA's under proposed rule to prevent leaks
President Donald Trump has a routine physical fitness examination, posting 'Everything checked out PERFECTLY'; Republican South Carolina state senators help…
Washington TodayWeekend Edition: David Hogg on Young Voters, Ken Cuccinelli on Redistricting Battles, and Trump RX
In this weekend's episode, three segments from this past week's Washington Journal. First: A conversation with political activist David Hogg – founder of the…
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DNI Gabbard resigns, Fed Chair Warsh is sworn in; Sec. Rubio says there's been 'slight progress' in talks with Iran to end the war
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard resigns, she says to support her husband, who has been diagnosed with an extremely rare form of bone cancer…
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Senate GOP puts off debate & votes on $70 billion immigration agencies package over concerns about Pres. Trump's $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization fund'
Senate Republicans cancel floor debate and votes on a $70 billion immigration agencies package known as the Budget Reconciliation bill because of concerns…
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Reaction to Rep. Massie (R-KY) losing primary to Pres. Trump-backed opponent; Justice Dept. indicts fmr. Cuban Pres. Raúl Castro; fmr. Rep. Frank (D-MA) dies
What did the results of Tuesday's Republican primaries, especially the defeat of targeted Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY), say about the power of President Donald…
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Acting AG Blanche defends $1.8B Anti-Weaponization Fund; Pres. Trump endorses TX AG Paxton over Sen. Cornyn in TX Senate GOP primary runoff
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche defends before a Senate subcommittee the newly-created $1.8 billion Anti-Weaponization Fund designed to compensate people…
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Trump Delays Iran Strike, Senate Budget Fight Intensifies, CDC Confirms American Ebola Case
President Trump says he’s delaying a planned strike on Iran after pressure from Middle Eastern allies to continue diplomatic talks. Meanwhile, Senate…
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The Weekly: Trump’s China Trip, Iran War Powers Fight & Senate Shutdown Pay Vote
President Trump travels to China for a high-stakes summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping as tensions over trade, Taiwan, and global security continue…
Washington TodayWeekend Edition: Federal Gas Tax, Career Education and Skilled Trades, and Trump Admin Taking Equity Stakes
In this weekend's episode, three segments from this past week's Washington Journal. First: A discussion with Bipartisan Policy Center tax policy director…
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President Trump talks about Taiwan, Iran, political prisoners & trade on flight back from China; Hotline's Editor Kirk Bado on GOP primary challenges to Sen. Cassidy
President Donald Trump tells reporters he has 'made no commitment either way' on supporting Taiwan following his summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping…
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Pres. Trump meets Chinese Pres. Xi in Beijing; House defeats Iran War Powers Act resolution for third time; U.S. gives another $1.8 billion to UN for humanitarian aid
President Donald Trump meets with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing. Trump calls Xi a "great leader" and a "friend," says China wants to help end the…
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Senate confirms Kevin Warsh as Fed chair; House leaders react to Pres. Trump saying, ‘I don’t think about Americans’ financial situation' amid talks to end Iran war
Senate confirms Kevin Warsh as Federal Reserve Chair, 54-45, mostly along party lines except Se. John Fetterman (D-PA) voted yes; House leaders react to…