Jul. 12, 2024 9:41 p.m. EDT
Full Episode: Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 7/12/24
This was supposed to be the week that settled President Biden’s political fate. But one press conference and many closed-door meetings later, he’s still twisting in the wind. Join guest moderator Franklin Foer, Mark Leibovich of The Atlantic, Saleha Mohsin of Bloomberg, Ashley Parker of The Washington Post and Ali Vitali of NBC News to discuss this and more.
Jul. 12, 2024 9:18 p.m. EDT
Clip: Biden digs in as more Democrats call for him to leave the race
Two weeks after President Biden’s disastrous debate performance, he continues to hang on to his candidacy by his fingernails. The number of Democrats calling for him to leave the race keeps ticking upwards, but it’s hardly a tidal wave. And the president’s performance at a press conference Thursday was just fluent enough to prevent a total collapse of his campaign.
Jul. 12, 2024 9:01 p.m. EDT
Clip: Does Biden have a path to victory against Trump?
On the eve of Trump’s coronation at the Republican convention, Biden seems more determined than ever to press on. But Democratic anxiety about a Trump landslide cannot be easily dismissed.
Jul. 11, 2024 2:02 p.m. EDT
Preview: Coming Up on Washington Week with The Atlantic
Airs Friday, July 11, 2024 at 8PM on PBS (check local listings) Coming up on Washington Week with The Atlantic: Dems Divided, Biden Defiant: As the clock winds down on President Joe Biden’s make or break political week, the future of his presidency is on the line while Democratic lawmakers assess his every move and their options for defeating Donald Trump in November. Joining staff writer at The Atlantic and guest moderator, Franklin Foer, to discuss this and more: Major funding for “Washing...
Jul. 05, 2024 8:32 p.m. EDT
Full Episode: Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 7/5/24
The Supreme Court made history this week by issuing a landmark ruling that dramatically expands the power of the presidency and helps to protect Donald Trump from criminal prosecution. Join moderator Jeffrey Goldberg, Dan Balz of The Washington Post, Joan Biskupic of CNN, Jan Crawford of CBS News and Charlie Savage of The New York Times to discuss this and more.
Jul. 05, 2024 8:32 p.m. EDT
Clip: Presidential immunity and the future of American democracy
It’s been a tumultuous and unsettling time in the nation's capital. A week after what could be one of the most important debates in American presidential history, the Supreme Court ruled that Donald Trump is substantially immune to charges that he tried to overturn the last election. The panel discusses what it means for the 2024 presidential race and for the future of our democracy.
Jul. 05, 2024 8:32 p.m. EDT
Clip: The Supreme Court's polarization and political implications
The Supreme Court wrapped up its term this week after a series of significant and contentious rulings. The panel discusses the dynamics of the court and the political implications of the polarization between the conservative supermajority and liberal dissenting voices.
Jun. 28, 2024 9:52 p.m. EDT
Full Episode: Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 6/28/24
President Biden’s debate goal was to draw the starkest contrast between himself and Donald Trump. Democrats are now melting down over his performance, asking the previously forbidden question: will he leave the race? Join moderator Jeffrey Goldberg, Leigh Ann Caldwell of The Washington Post, Eugene Daniels of Politico, Nikole Killion of CBS News and Mark Leibovich of The Atlantic to discuss more.
Jun. 28, 2024 9:31 p.m. EDT
Clip: Biden's brutal debate and what's next for Democrats
Following President Biden’s brutal debate performance, Democrats in Washington and around the country are panicking. The panel discusses what could happen next.
Jun. 28, 2024 9:03 p.m. EDT
Clip: Trump's debate lies escape spotlight amid fallout over Biden's performance
We just saw one of the most unusual debates in the history of American politics. One candidate, a convicted felon, made up stories, claimed achievements that aren’t his to claim, leveled insults and blustered his way past legitimate questions about his role in Jan. 6. And then there’s the guy who lost the debate. The sitting president seemed pale, tentative, befuddled, and at times incoherent.
