Pentagon, FBI investigate ambush on U.S. troops in Niger
The discussion also shifted to the latest developments with the budget, tax reform, and healthcare.
President Trump takes on the Iran deal and health care
After failed attempts in Congress, President Trump made moves to dismantle Obamacare on his own. The panelists discussed what the new rules mean for Americans and the future of the law, along with the president’s recent comments on the Iran nuclear agreement.
Gun debate returns after Las Vegas shooting
Fifty-eight people died and nearly 500 were injured during a shooting a country music concert in Las Vegas Sunday. The panelists discussed the emerging Washington debate about how to potentially prevent similar events, along with rising tensions between President Trump and Secretary of State Rex Tillerson.
HHS Secretary Tom Price resigns, Puerto Rico slowly responds
Health and Human Services Secretary Tom Price resigned after it was revealed he spent over $400 thousand of taxpayer money on private plane rides. The scandal was just one setback for the Trump administration this week as criticism builds after a slow response to Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico where the 3.4 million U.S. citizens remain in dire conditions.
Will Republicans be able to dismantle the ACA?
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.
Where do Trump's Democratic negotiations leave Republicans
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."
President Donald Trump strikes a deal with Democrats
President Trump stunned Washington this week when he bypassed Republicans and struck a deal with Democrats to raise the debt limit and fund the government for three months. Our panelists discussed if the president’s alliance with Democrats could spark a Republican rebellion, along with Trump’s immigration plans.
Washington debates funding for Hurricane Harvey recovery
As Hurricane Harvey dissipates, the recovery effort in Texas is just beginning. The Category 4 storm dropped more than 50 inches of rain near Houston and killed dozens of people. The panelists discussed the long cleanup process and the government’s response. The group also discussed the upcoming DACA decision.
President Trump changes course in Afghanistan
There’s bad blood brewing between President Donald Trump and congressional Republicans over the debt ceiling, a budget to keep the government running, and funding for a border wall with Mexico. The panelists also discussed some of the big events during the president’s week, including his debrief to Americans about his Afghanistan strategy and a campaign-style rally in Arizona.
Aftermath of Charlottesville, Bannon out at White House
President Donald Trump’s administration made headlines again with the exit of chief strategist Steve Bannon Friday. The move came days after a protest in Charlottesville, Virginia turned into a violent melee. The panelists discussed Bannon’s firing, along with what led to the violence in Virginia, how elected officials responded, and where America goes next.
How will the U.S. respond to North Korea’s nuclear war?
Tensions escalated between the United States and North Korea this week after U.S. intelligence agencies assessed North Korea has successfully miniaturized a nuclear warhead that could fit on a missile capable of reaching Chicago. The panelists discussed the options being considered to de-escalate the standoff.
Russia probe continues, Trump rallies 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.
Stunning shakeups hit the White House, Obamacare repeal fail
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.
President Trump tries to rein in Russia investigation
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.
White House in crisis mode after Donald Trump Jr.'s emails w
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.
Trump and Putin have first face-to-face meeting
President Trump met with Russian President Vladimir Putin during the G20 Summit in Germany. Trump pressed Putin about Russia's role in meddling in the U.S. presidential election which Putin denied doing. How is Trump reshaping American foreign policy six months after taking office? And how does the global community view the new president?
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