May. 07, 2026 4:07 p.m. EDT
Preview: Coming Up on Washington Week with The Atlantic
Washington Week with The Atlantic airs May 8, 2026 at 8PM on PBS (check local listings) *** Standoff As the war with Iran enters its third month, Washington and Tehran are in a standoff over the terms that would enable peace talks to begin. As President Trump ramps up pressure on Iran to accept his terms, the prolonged crisis in the critical Strait of Hormuz continues to threaten the global economy. Joining editor in chief of The Atlantic and moderator, Jeffrey Goldberg, to discuss this and ...
May. 01, 2026 8:54 p.m. EDT
Full Episode: Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 5/1/26
Full Washington Week with the Atlantic broadcast from May 1, 2026.
May. 01, 2026 8:49 p.m. EDT
Clip: Two sides of Trump’s reaction to the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting
Trump spoke of unity in the immediate aftermath of the shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner this past Saturday, but the days that followed saw a return to business as usual. The panel discusses the president’s reactions and relationship with the press.
May. 01, 2026 8:45 p.m. EDT
Clip: What the Iran war’s economic fallout means for the midterms
Fallout from the Iran war has created economic woes ahead of the midterms. The panel discusses Trump’s goals in the Middle East and the effects they may have on control of Congress.
Apr. 30, 2026 5:40 p.m. EDT
Preview: Coming Up on Washington Week with The Atlantic
Washington Week with The Atlantic airs May 1, 2026 at 8PM on PBS (check local listings) *** Political Violence & Redrawing State Maps It’s been a surreal week in Washington: gunshots at the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner, a grand royal state visit, and a significant Supreme Court decision that could have far-reaching consequences for November’s midterm elections. Joining editor in chief of The Atlantic and moderator, Jeffrey Goldberg, to discuss this and more: Major funding...
Apr. 24, 2026 9:20 p.m. EDT
Full Episode: Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 4/24/26
Full Washington Week with the Atlantic broadcast from April 24, 2026.
Apr. 24, 2026 9:18 p.m. EDT
Clip: Can Trump manage Iran and sagging economic approval at the same time?
Iran appears to be in the driver’s seat in the Gulf, and President Trump's economic approval ratings are dropping faster than gas prices. The panel discusses whether the president can manage the Strait of Hormuz and his sagging support at the same time.
Apr. 24, 2026 9:16 p.m. EDT
Clip: Trump’s shrinking base
The New York Times polling average shows that 58% of Americans disapprove of President Trump’s job performance, a new high that can be largely attributed to voters’ economic concerns.
Apr. 23, 2026 5:30 p.m. EDT
Preview: Coming Up on Washington Week with The Atlantic
Washington Week with The Atlantic airs April 24, 2026 at 8PM on PBS (check local listings) *** Trump’s Political Doldrums President Trump is facing tough political headwinds: Tensions with Iran have increased and ceasefire talks have stalled. His economic approval ratings are dropping faster than gas prices; democrats appear poised to see gains from the redistricting fight; and some of his MAGA allies are abandoning him this midterm election year. Joining editor in chief of The Atlantic a...
Apr. 17, 2026 9:08 p.m. EDT
Full Episode: Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 4/17/26
Donald Trump has achieved what he’s achieved to date by being more rhetorically reckless, blunter and more insulting than any president in memory. But are there any limits? Join moderator Jeffrey Goldberg, Leigh Ann Caldwell of Puck, Stephen Hayes of The Dispatch, and Jonathan Lemire and Michael Scherer of The Atlantic to discuss this and more.
