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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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First – we'll hear from David Salvo, Senior fellow and managing director for the Alliance for Security Democracy, which is part of the German Marshall Fund. We discuss the threat of foreign interference in the fall election.
Then – a conversation about combatting the rise in healthcare-acquired infections in the U.S. with former Republican New York Lieutenant Governor Betsy McCaughey -- who now is the Chair of the Committee to Reduce Infectious Deaths.
Plus –a discussion about police-community relations – and the faith community's role with Rev. Markel Hutchins, CEO of the group MovementForward and lead organizer of the Faith & Blue Weekend, coming this fall.
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President Biden says it's "reckless" to call the Trump hush money guilty verdict rigged. Donald Trump again calls the verdict a "scam" and vows to appeal. WV Sen. Joe Manchin switches from Democrat to Independent. President Biden presents an Israeli-backed Gaza ceasefire plan. National Hurricane Center Director on hurricane season, which starts June 1. Families of Boeing 737 Max airplane crashes meet with the Justice Department about possible Boeing criminal liability. Super Bowl repeat champions Kansas City Chiefs visit the White House.
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Jury finds Donald Trump guilty of all 34 felony counts in the hush money trial, interview with USA Today's Zach Wichter on Boeing presenting quality and safety improvement plan to FAA (10), EPA Administrator Regan on $900 million for clean energy school buses, State Department asked about new, proposed Israel-Hamas ceasefire resolution at UN, Vice President Harris speaks to U.S. Air Force Academy commencement.
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President Biden and Vice President Harris appeal to African-American voters in Philadelphia, UVA's Larry Sabato on effect of Trump hush-money trial verdict and Hunter Biden gun-charge trial on presidential election (10), Sen. Graham (R-SC) visits Israel and says that county will "never have to worry' about U.S. support, Secretary of State Blinken visits Moldova and announces more aid to counter Russia, House Judiciary Subcommittee holds field hearing on border security in North Dakota, interview with Axios' Mimi Montgomery on giant pandas returning to National Zoo in DC. (46)
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Joe Biden and Donald Trump campaigns hold news conferences outside Trump hush-money trial in New York City, interview with Politico's Brittany Gibson on Libertarian Party Convention (18), IDF and White House react to Gaza civilians killed in fire after Israel airstrike targeting Hamas leaders, Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff on exercise and mental health.
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In this weekend's episode, three segments from this past week's Washington Journal –
First – on this Memorial Day weekend, retired Navy Captain Gene Moran discusses how the military honors America's fallen war heroes.
Then – RAMA YADE of the Atlantic Council discusses the economic and national security reasons why the Kenyan President's visit to the United States this week was so important
Plus – a conversation with historian Talmage Boston about his new book, "How the Best Did It: Leadership Lessons From Our Top Presidents."
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International Court of Justice issues an order calling on Israel to "immediately halt" its military operation in Rafah, Gaza, Defense Secretary Austin tells Naval Academy graduates they will soon lead servicemembers "through tension and uncertainty", Kenyan President Ruto attends State Department luncheon with Vice President Harris, presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy, Jr (I) speaks at Libertarian National Convention, interview with C-SPAN's London Producer Peter Knowles about Great Britain's general election on July 4. (33)
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Bipartisan border security bill fails in Senate vote, President Biden holds news conference with Kenyan President Ruto, more university presidents testify before Congress on antisemitism on campus and pro-Palestinian protests, Attorney General Garland announces antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation & Ticketmaster, House passes a bill to prohibit the Federal Reserve from creating a central bank digital currency, Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm testifies about gas prices.
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Interview with MarketWatch's Chris Matthews on cryptocurrency regulation bill in House (1), White House National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan on his trip to Israel and briefings on Rafah, Nikki Haley gives foreign policy speech, President Biden welcome Kenyan President for state visit, former scientific adviser to Dr. Anthony Fauci testifies before House Subcommittee on allegations he interfered with their COVID-19 origins investigation.
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Secretary of State Blinken tells a Senate Committee he wants to work with Congress on an appropriate response the ICC chief prosecutor seeking arrest warrants for the Israeli Prime Minister; President Biden in NH announces 1 million veterans' claims approved under the PACT Act; Senate Majority Leader Schumer sets up bipartisan border security bill revote for Thursday; Treasury Secretary Yellen in Germany calls on Europe to back U.S. position on cheap Chinese exports; Senate subcommittee hearing looks at fraud and scams on Zelle digital payment app.
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ICC Chief Prosecutor seeks arrest warrants on war crimes against Hamas leaders & Israel Prime Minister and Defense Minister; U.S. offers 'official condolences' on helicopter crash death of Iranian president; Defense Secretary Austin promises more military aid after meet with Ukraine Defense Contact Group members; Senate to revote on bipartisan border security bill this week.
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In this weekend's episode, three segments from this past week's Washington Journal –
First – Inside Elections deputy editor Jacob Rubashkin discusses key Senate races to watch that will determine control of the upper chamber this fall.
Then – Author and Georgetown Law Professor Sheryll Cashin discusses the 70th anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education decision and its impact today.
Plus –as we conclude National Police Week, we speak with Will Johnson from the International Association of Chiefs of Police about challenges facing law enforcement around the country.
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House passes bill condemning calls to defund the police as leading to increased violence towards officers, President Biden marks 70th anniversary of Supreme Court's 1954 Brown v. Board of Education decision, Commission on Presidential Debates co-chair Frank Fahrenkopf on decision by Biden & Trump campaigns to schedule their own debates, Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas on border security, interview with Politico's Ursula Perano on bipartisan Senators guidance report on Artificial Intelligence research and regulation. (41)
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House Judiciary Committee votes to hold Attorney General Garland in contempt for blocking access to audio of President's interview with classified documents investigation special counsel, group of House Freedom Caucus Republican show support at Donald Trump hush-money trial, President Biden announces 'major step' in marijuana rescheduling, House passes bill to require weapons deliveries to Israel, statue of late Rev. Billy Graham unveiled in U.S. Capitol.
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President Biden & former President Trump agree to two presidential campaign debates, in June on CNN and in September on ABC; group of House Republican plan to attend Donald Trump hush-money trial in New York City; President Biden pays tribute at National Peace Officers Memorial Service; FDIC Chair Martin Gruenberg apologizes at a House hearing for a report on widespread sexual harassment and racial discrimination at his agency; NTSB Chair tells a House committee that the cargo ship that slammed into Baltimore's Key Bridge, caused it to collapse, suffered four power losses in two days leading up to the accident; President Biden tells Congress he is approve $1B in weapons sales to Israel; Secretary of State Antony Blinken in Ukraine, announces another $2B in U.S. military aid.
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President Biden raises tariffs on Chinese EV's, solar panels, semiconductors and steel & aluminum, Speaker Johnson attends Donald Trump hush money trial, House votes on FAA reauthorization, Secretary Blinken makes surprise trip to Ukraine, Attorney General Garland speaks at Brown v. Board of Education decision 70th anniversary.
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National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan and State Dept deputy spokesperson Vedant Patel on Israel-Hamas war; interview with Baltimore Banner's Pamela Wood on candidates in Tuesday's primary for U.S. Senator from Maryland (18); FERC approves new rules on electricity transmission; Treasury Secretary Yellen on expected 100 percent tariff on Chinese EV's.
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First - we'll hear from representatives of both the college Republicans and Democrats about the campus protests and issues motivating young voters this election cycle. First up is Sohali Vaddula of the College Democrats of America and then Courtney Hope Britt of the College Republican National Committee
Plus – a conversation with former House Democratic congressman Dick Gephardt – about his role with the non-profit group ISSUE ONE and his advocacy of the "Kids Online Safety Act."
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The House Judiciary Committee holds a field hearing in Arizona on immigration and border security. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu doubles down on need to root out Hamas in Rafah, despite President Biden's threat to withhold arms. UN General Assembly voted to support Palestinian membership. White House National Economic Council Chair Brainard on plans for when 2017 Trump tax cuts expire in 2025. Senate passes five year FAA reauthorization. Ahead of Mother's Day, Rep. Leger Fernandez (D-NM) and Sen. Britt (R-AL) on policies important to moms.
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Republicans criticize President Biden saying he will not supply weapons to Israel for a Rafah military operation, Speaker Johnson says he wants to move on from the failed vote to remove him, Senate disagreement over amendments to FAA bill bumps up against Friday deadline, Acting Labor Secretary Su questioned about report showing sexual harassment at FDIC, former President Clinton talks about lesson learned from a teacher over 60 years ago.
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