Inflation Nation
Inflation is at a 40-year high and the Biden administration is under pressure to take action. The panel discussed supply chain issues and other challenges to the economy.
The Jan. 6 Investigation and What Comes Next for Congress
The conversation about the Jan. 6 attack continues on the Washington Week Extra. The panel discussed the Congressional investigation, misinformation, and the latest reporting on the pipe bomb that was discovered outside DNC headquarters on Jan. 6, 2021.
President Biden as the Consoler in Chief
President Biden has made empathy and his own history of loss central to his political identity. On Wednesday, he visited communities devastated by the tornadoes in Kentucky, promising that the federal government would step up to help.
The Washington Week Bookshelf: "The 1619 Project"
The New York Times Magazine’s Nikole Hannah-Jones joined Yamiche Alcindor to discuss her new books “The 1619 Project.” She also discussed the politics and history of race in America as well as how this history continues to impact the nation today.
Turnover in VP Harris's Office and Trump's COVID Test
The panel discussed the departure of two of Vice President Kamala Harris’ senior aides. Stay tuned for more about the timing of former President Trump's 2020 COVID diagnosis.
The Exoneration of 2 Men Convicted of Killing Malcolm X
The panel explored a major update in the 1965 assassination of civil rights icon Malcolm X. Two men who were found guilty of the killing were exonerated after spending more than 20 years in prison.
Kyle Rittenhouse Case & the Trial Over Ahmaud Arbery’s Death
The panel goes in-depth into the dramatic developments of the Kyle Rittenhouse homicide trial and the three White men standing on trial for the killing of Ahmaud Arbery.
The Nation's Divide over Critical Race Theory
The conversation continues on the historic gubernatorial race and what comes next for the nation. The panel discussed the debate over critical race theory, how students are being taught in Virginia schools, and how the issue connects to history.
Gang Crisis in Haiti: 17 Missionaries Kidnapped
The panel discussed the crisis of insecurity and gang violence in Haiti and the case of 17 missionaries, who were kidnapped last weekend.
The Politics of Blue Origin
This week, William Shatner, Star Trek's Captain Kirk, blasted into space on a Blue Origin rocket. The panel discusses the rise of space tourism and the simultaneous growth of economic inequality.
EXTRA: Facebook Under Fire
Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen told lawmakers that the company knowingly spread misinformation and hate that contributed to the Capitol insurrection. The panel discussed the implications of Facebook’s outage this week.
Police Reform Negotiations Hit Roadblock
A bipartisan group of lawmakers failed to reach an agreement on police reform after months of negotiations. The panel discussed what went wrong, why the bill failed to pass, and what comes next in the effort to hold law enforcement accountable for the violence against Black Americans.
The Washington Week Bookshelf: “Peril”
The Washington Post’s Bob Woodward and former Washington Week moderator Robert Costa join moderator Yamiche Alcindor an in-depth discussion into the explosive reporting from their new book “Peril” on the challenging transition of power between the Trump and Biden administration.
U.S. Gymnasts Testimony on Larry Nassar Investigation
Earlier this week, four elite gymnasts testified in front of the Senate Judiciary Committee, detailing the failures in the handling of the sexual abuse investigation on former USA gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar. The panel discussed the implications of the testimonies, the flaws in the FBI’s handling of the case, and more.
How 9/11 Changed American Life
The panel continues the conversation, reflecting on the 20 year anniversary of 9/11. The panel also discussed how the attacks shifted American life, politics, and the impact the event had on Muslim Americans.
President Biden’s Domestic Challenges
The panel continues the conversation on the domestic challenges President Biden faces. The panel covered the rise of COVID-19 cases, the new Texas abortion ban, and the impacts of natural disasters sweeping through states.
What Does FDA Approval of Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine Mean?
This week, the FDA granted full approval to the Pfizer vaccine, prompting companies to impose vaccine and mask mandates. The panel discussed what the approval of the vaccine means, and what to expect going forward.
CDC Recommends COVID-19 Booster Shots Next Month
This week, President Biden announced that COVID-19 booster shots will become available to Americans as early as next month. The panel also discussed the data that motivated the new guidance on booster shots, the debate over mask mandates in schools and the politics of the pandemic. Pete Williams of NBC News guest moderates.
United Nations Study Issues A Grim Warning On Climate Change
Earlier this week, the latest study by the U.N. put out a “code red” warning for humanity, as climate change speeds up. The panel also discussed the Senate passing a bipartisan infrastructure bill that includes efforts to combat climate change.
Answering Your COVID-19 Questions & Back To School Concerns
The panel continues the conversation on COVID-19, focused on questions from viewers about the Delta variant. The panel also discussed the politics around reopening schools and concerns parents have about keeping their children safe in the classroom.
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