Jul. 31, 2017 4:39 p.m. EDT
News: Washington Week Ahead: House on recess, Pence in Europe
Just because the 435 members of the House of Representatives are on recess doesn’t mean they aren’t working. Many will hold town hall meetings in their home districts. Vice President Mike Pence is also out of Washington for a few days. He’s travelling to Eastern Europe and meeting with a few NATO members.
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.
Jul. 17, 2017 2:40 p.m. EDT
News: Washington Week Ahead: Voter Integrity
As President Trump marks his six-month anniversary in the Oval Office, the cloud of Russia investigations continues to cast a shadow over the White House. Trump also established the Presidential Commission on Election Integrity to investigate voter fraud during the last election. The commission headed by Vice President Mike Pence and Kansas Secretary of State Kris Kobach will hold its first meeting this week.
Jul. 14, 2017 9:36 p.m. EDT
News: Trump celebrates Bastille Day in France, Bush & Clinton talk leadership
President Trump celebrated Bastille Day with French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris. As Washington Post reporter Ashley Parker explains, Trump was excited by the pomp and circumstance of the official parade. Plus, former Presidents George W. Bush and Bill Clinton spoke about leadership and their friendship during a joint appearance in Dallas.
Jul. 14, 2017 9:33 p.m. EDT
News: White House in crisis mode after Donald Trump Jr.'s emails with Russian lawyer
President Trump's son Donald Trump Jr. released emails detailing a June 2016 meeting with a Russian attorney, and the White House entered crisis mode to contain the fallout. While the president publicly defended his son, Republicans and Democrats on Capitol Hill were critical of the response and continue investigations into possible collusion. Plus, Senate GOP unveiled revised health plan.
Jul. 10, 2017 12:39 p.m. EDT
News: Washington Week Ahead: Welcome back, Congress
As Congress returns from recess, is Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell any closer to passing health care reform? Plus, the Senate will holding hearings for President Trump’s nominee to lead the FBI after firing James Comey in May.
