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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.
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Weekend Edition: U.S. Economic Outlook, Education & Use of A.I., and Family Research Council
In this weekend's episode, three segments from this past week's Washington Journal.
First: A discussion with Mike Konczal o...
Juneteenth federal holiday; Pres. Trump unveils new Air Force One jet; U.S.-Iran talks in Geneva postponed
On this Juneteenth National Independence Day federal holiday, we hear from two African-American U.S. Senators, Cory Booker (D-NJ) and Tim Scott (R-SC)...
Barack & Michelle Obama dedicate Obama Presidential Center in Chicago; Defense Secretary Hegseth announces review of U.S. forces in Europe
Former President Barack Obama at the opening of his presidential center in Chicago calls on Americans to look to the future, saying, 'We want to find...
Pres. Trump says he will bomb Iran again if it violates peace deal; DNI Dir. nominee confirmation hearing canceled; Fed leaves interest rates unchanged
President Donald Trump in a concluding news conference at the G7 Summit in France says if Iran does not follow the agreement it will sign
with t...
Pres. Trump says he'll send U.S.-Iran deal to Congress for review; Senate defeats Iran War Powers Act res.; Senate Budget Cmte holds hearing for OMB Dep Dir nominee
President Donald Trump at the G7 summit in France praises the U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding (MOU) as a document that normalizes relations betw...
Trump Claims Iran Agreement Is Close; Senate Eyes FISA Extension
President Trump says the United States and Iran are close to finalizing an agreement to end the war, but major disagreements remain. Iran is demanding...
Weekend Edition: Inflation at Three-Year High, Conditions at Immigration & Customs Enforcement Detention Centers, and Changes to the Federal Workforce
In this weekend's episode, three segments from this past week's Washington Journal.
First: A discussion with Manhattan Inst...
Elon Musk is 1st trillionaire after SpaceX IPO; reports of progress in U.S.-Iran peace talks; DNI Gabbard says U.S. funded dangerous biolab research
SpaceX begins trading above its listing price following a record-setting IPO, making founder Elon Musk the world's first-ever trillionaire; Victims of...
FISA Sect. 702 spying power set to expire after House defeats extension; Pres. Trump calls of Iran bombing, says deal to end war being finalized
House votes down an extension of the foreign spying power called FISA Sect. 702 a day before it is set to expire, with many Democrats upset at Preside...
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 th...
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 & Bo...
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 iss...
Weekend 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 Adm...
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 administr...
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...
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 sharpl...
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 rais...
Weekend 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...
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 Situa...
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...
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 pre...
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 senator...
Weekend 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 ac...
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...
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 conc...
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...
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 compensat...
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...
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 contin...
Weekend 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 Pol...
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 Jinp...
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 e...
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...
Iran war pushes inflation to 3-year high; Pres. Trump starts trip to China; FDA Comm. Dr. Makary resigns; Ship operator in Key Bridge collapse indicted
Labor Department says inflation in April was 3.8 percent year over year, highest in three years, with the Iran war driving up energy and food prices;...
Trump Says Iran Ceasefire on “Life Support” as Congress Returns for Surveillance, Immigration Fights
President Trump says the ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran is on “massive life support” after Iran’s latest counterproposal to end the war.
The Weekly: Iran Conflict, Trump Influence, and Redistricting Fights Shape the 2026 Midterms
This week on The Weekly, tensions with Iran remain front and center — as President Donald Trump insists a ceasefire is holding, even as U.S. and Irani...
Weekend Edition: John Bolton on the war in Iran, Rising National Debt, and Mental Health Policy in the United States
In this weekend's episode, three segments from this past week's Washington Journal.
First: A discussion about the Trump administration's...
Virginia Supreme Court strikes down new Dem.-leaning Cong. district map; April jobs report; Sec. of State Rubio on meeting Pope; Pentagon releases UAP files
Virginia Supreme Court strikes down the Congressional redistricting referendum approved by Virginia voters that would have created a new map that favo...
U.S., Gulf allies draft UN Sec. Council resolution condemning Iran for blocking Strait of Hormuz; Tenn. GOP passes new Cong. district map to flip sole Dem seat
U.S. and Gulf allies present a draft United Nations Security Council resolution condemning Iran's stopping commercial shipping, especially oil tankers...
Iran says it is reviewing latest U.S. peace plan; White House salute to military mothers; Commerce Sec Lutnick testifies in Epstein probe; Ted Turner dies
Iran says it is looking over the latest U.S. plan to end the war, while President Donald Trump issues a new ultimatum to Iran: accept a deal to end th...