Washington Week with The Atlantic

News and Public Affairs Series / 23 Seasons

Washington Week with The Atlantic is the longest-running primetime news and public affairs program on television. The show features a group of journalists participating in a roundtable discussion of major news events and can be found at 8pm ET on most local PBS stations.

Watch Latest: S2025 E16

26m 46s

PODCAST: Looking ahead to the State of the Union

10m 23s

President Donald Trump will deliver his postponed State of the Union address to a divided Congress Tuesday night, as the threat of a second government shutdown looms over Washington. Panelists discuss the history and politics of the annual event and what to expect from President Trump’s speech.

PODCAST: Campaign 2020

11m 6s

It’s been two years this week since President Donald Trump took office, and Democrats who hope to replace him in the Oval Office are starting to line up. What do these Democratic contenders bring to the table and how might they reshape politics in America?

PODCAST: Washington power play

12m 7s

He’s known for his book “The Art of the Deal” and she’s been making deals with lawmakers on Capitol Hill for three decades. Now they’re facing off in the longest government shutdown in history. Panelists discuss the dynamic between House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and President Donald Trump.

PODCAST: The Russia probe continues

12m 33s

Many federal agencies are shut down, but in the background, investigations into allegations of Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election continue. Panelists discuss the latest developments with the special counsel and Congress.

PODCAST: White House chief of staff search

9m 56s

The White House chief of staff job has traditionally been seen as one of the best jobs in Washington, but these days, there is nothing traditional about the world of politics. Panelists discuss President Trump’s decision to appoint Mick Mulvaney, the Office of Management and Budget director, as acting White House chief of staff.

PODCAST: President Trump’s trade war with China

11m 16s

Panelists discuss the volatile week on Wall Street after talk of a possible trade war between the U.S. and China causes stock market trouble. Plus, a group of key lawmakers move to punish Saudi Arabia for the brutal murder of Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi.

PODCAST:Trump emerges as person of interest in Mueller probe

13m 11s

This week, the Russia probe was jolted by Michael Cohen, who admitted he lied to Congress about President Trump’s involvement in a plan to build a hotel in Moscow. Panelists discuss the key figures involved and Mueller’s ongoing probe.

PODCAST: Nancy Pelosi’s House Speaker fight

12m 7s

There will be a seismic shift in Washington next January when the 116th Congress meets. Nancy Pelosi plans to lead the Democratic controlled House and take back the gavel, a role she previously held. While she has the support of many, she faces a growing revolt from a group within in her own party. What’s next for Pelosi?

PODCAST: Trump to visit California wildfire victims

14m 6s

President Donald Trump plans to travel to California to meet with individuals affected by the wildfires, a week after he blamed the state’s forest “mismanagement.” Plus, a recap of the president’s trip to France. And, the latest on the migrant caravan.

PODCAST: 2018 Midterm elections make history

14m 54s

The 2018 midterm elections are in the rearview mirror and it’s time to look at where the country goes from here. Panelists discuss the historic night of firsts across the country, on both state and national levels.

PODCAST: Race to the midterms - The final countdown

11m 25s

What issues matter to you and your community this midterm election? Robert Costa and the Washington Week panel discuss what our viewers and listeners across the country are thinking about before Tuesday’s midterm election.

PODCAST: Race to the midterms – Pennsylvania

10m 11s

Pulitzer Prize winning journalist and executive editor of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette David Shribman joins the table to discuss how this year's midterm elections are shaping up in the state of Pennsylvania.

PODCAST: Race to the midterms - Texas

7m 51s

Host of PBS’ “Overheard with Evan Smith,” and CEO of the Texas Tribune Evan Smith joins the table to discuss how this year's midterm elections are shaping up in the state of Texas.

EXTRA: President Trump at UN General Assembly

9m 53s

Panelists discuss President Trump on the world stage at the United Nations General Assembly. Trump advocated for American sovereignty, defended his hardline stance on Iran, his trade war with China and touted his administration’s success.

EXTRA: Immigration policy under the Trump administration

8m 23s

After a recent report found the Trump administration can't locate close to 1,500 migrant children, the panelists discussed the country's current immigration policies.

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