Sep. 22, 2017 9:26 p.m. EDT
News: Will Republicans be able to dismantle the Affordable Care Act?
Senate Republicans revived their efforts to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act after three failed attempts earlier this year. But Sen. John McCain caused a blow to the Graham-Cassidy plan on Friday when he said he wouldn’t support the proposal. The panelists also discussed President Trump’s debut trip to the United Nations General Assembly.
Sep. 15, 2017 9:39 p.m. EDT
News: Where do President Trump's negotiations with Democrats leave the Republican Party?
For the second week in a row, President Trump has bucked the Republican Party and made a deal with Democrats in Congress. The panelists discussed if another deal with Democrats could be on the horizon, along with independent Sen. Bernie Sanders introduced a single-payer insurance bill he calls "Medicare for All."
Aug. 04, 2017 9:46 p.m. EDT
News: Trump's frustration with the Afghan War grows, diplomats respond to leaked Trump transcripts
NBC News' Carol Lee explains how President Trump's frustration is growing with the Afghan War. The panelists also discuss how diplomats responded to leaked Trump transcripts, along with a democratic governor's switch to the Republican Party.
Aug. 04, 2017 9:20 p.m. EDT
News: Russia probe continues as President Trump turns to issues aimed at rallying his base
President Trump turned his attention to issues that rally his conservative base – immigration and affirmative action – after last week’s failure to move forward with health care reform in the Senate. But the president has again found himself in a familiar place: up against the ropes with news about continued Russia probes.
Aug. 04, 2017 9:20 p.m. EDT
News: President Trump turns to issues aimed at rallying his base, tensions flare between some Republicans, and Russia probe continues
President Trump turned his attention to issues that rally his conservative base – immigration and affirmative action – after last week’s failure to move forward with health care reform in the Senate. But the president has again found himself in a familiar place: up against the ropes with news about continued Russia probes. Special Counsel Robert Mueller is assembling a grand jury to help his investigation into Russian meddling in last year's election and potential collusion with the Trump cam...
Jul. 28, 2017 10:19 p.m. EDT
News: President Trump's decision to ban transgender people from serving in the military makes headlines
The panelists discussed President Trump's decision to ban transgender people from serving in the military, along with Congress' decision to impose new sanctions on Russia, Iran, and North Korea, plus two key White House advisers' appearance on Capitol Hill to face questions about their meeting last June with a Russian attorney.
Jul. 28, 2017 9:54 p.m. EDT
News: Shakeups hit the White House, Obamacare repeal fails, and Trump vs. Sessions
A surprise Friday afternoon staff shakeup hit the White House, as chief of staff Reince Preiebus moves out and Homeland Security Chief John Kelly steps in to the role. The panelists also recap President Trump's continued public criticism of his “beleaguered” Attorney General Jeff Sessions, and the defeat of the seven-year Republican quest to dismantle the Affordable Care Act.
Jul. 24, 2017 11:37 a.m. EDT
News: Washington Week Ahead: Will the whole truth come out?
This week, several key advisers to President Trump are talking to Congress about the ongoing investigation into Russian meddling in the presidential election. Plus, the Senate is scheduled to vote on its health care reform bill.
Jul. 21, 2017 9:55 p.m. EDT
News: Trump, Senate Republicans negotiate Obamacare replacement
The Senate Republican plan to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act has died and been revived several times this week. Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is insisting there will be a vote next week to move forward with debate, but it is unclear if he has 50 votes to pass legislation. Several moderate and conservative senators have strong objections to the competing proposals.
Jul. 21, 2017 9:49 p.m. EDT
News: President Trump tries to rein in the Russia investigation as staff shakeups hit the White House
Staff shakeups hit the White House Friday. Press secretary Sean Spicer resigned, and Anthony Scaramucci was introduced as President Trump's new communications director. The roundtable also looked back on the first six months of the administration, highlighting the achievements and setbacks.
