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C-SPAN
Iran
Donald Trump
United States
Federal Reserve
Iran War
Supreme Court
Minnesota
NATO
Jeffrey Epstein
Homeland Security
Department Of Homeland Security
Israel
Trump Administration
Greenland
Venezuela
Tariffs
ICE
Inflation
Congress
Chuck Schumer

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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In this weekend's episode, three segments from this past week's Washington Journal.

First: We dig into the legal back and forth over mail-in voting and what it means for states ahead of this November's elections. That conversation with Dion Nissenba... more

Labor Department reports the U.S. economy gained 162,000 jobs in August, much more than many economists predicted. Unemployment rate stayed at 4.1%. President Donald Trump posting the numbers are 'great' and 'you haven’t seen anything yet!'; Presiden... more

Vice President JD Vance holds a White House news conference and is asked about the war with Iran and rising fuel prices ahead of the Labor Day holiday weekend, when millions of Americans will be traveling; Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney responds... more

Chevron signs an agreement to invest $7 billion in Venezuela to double its oil production in five years. We hear from the Chevron CEO & U.S. Energy Secretary in Caracas; President Donald Trump says he was joking when he posted the Strait of Hormuz sh... more

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Host

Gary Sterkoff
Host of Washington Today, frequently driving the day's coverage with a focus on political developments and policy analysis

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 378 ratings
  • Daily must listen

    Fair, unbiased reporting that covers all sides of current issues and news.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mbdogman
    United Statesa month ago
  • SpeedSPAN

    Sadly you folks also exhibit this 2x play back. Please resume normal speaking speed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MikinTx
    United States4 months ago
  • Release of the Epstein Files

    The Biden administration had the Epstein files for 4 years. Why didn’t they release any of it?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    another RJF
    United States7 months ago
  • UCMJ Article 88 Contempt Toward Officials

    CAPT Kelly, US Navy (Ret) & all retired commissioned officers know that they subject to the UCMJ even when retired. Art. 88, Contempt toward officials:

    Any commissioned officer who uses contemptuous words against the President, the Vice President, Congress, the Secretary of Defense, the Secretary of a military department, the Secretary of Homeland Security, or the Governor or legislature of any State, Commonwealth, or possession in which he is on duty or present shall be punished as a court-mar... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    another RJF
    United States8 months ago
  • Receipts

    More than anyone else C-SPAN could hold all these politicians accountable to their inconsistencies and hyprocracies. That would definitely be a valuable addition to this resource.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Msnow613
    United States8 months ago

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Weekend Edition: The State of Oil and Gas Reserves, Campaign 2026, and Progressives in the Midterm Campaign
Q: Let's talk about primaries last night, particularly in Florida. What were your takeaways?
Henry Olsen notes that Angie Nixon's ground campaign resonated with primary voters in the Democratic base, while Republicans shifted away from Trump in some races, focusing on local candidates and avoiding controversial figures.
DSA candidate loses WI Gov. primary, another wins MN Sen. primary; Inflation cools in July; DOJ announces arrests in fake marriages-for-Green-Cards scheme
Q: What happened on the Republican side in Wisconsin?
Tom Tiffany ran a generally unopposed campaign on the Republican side, positioning himself as a centrist alternative and moving toward a likely general election matchup in Wisconsin.
Senate on way to confirming Todd Blanche as Attorney Gen. after GOP Sen. Cassidy says he will vote 'yes'; Fed. appeals court panel puts WH ballroom on hold
Q: What is the disagreement over SNAP between the Republicans and Democrats in this bill?
Grace Yarrow explains that Democrats pushed for a longer delay (two years) on SNAP cost-sharing, while Republicans and the White House settled on a shorter one-year delay, hoping to reach a compromise that would preserve farm priorities without abandoning SNAP funding.
Weekend Edition: Interest Rates, Dr. Fauci Hearing and the Iran War
Q: What did you make of Fauci's testimony and the surrounding diaries and criticisms from insiders?
Navarro offers a critical view of Fauci, suggesting there were private doubts about the origins of the virus and that public messaging sometimes diverged from internal assessments, while noting the political implications of the diaries.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Washington Today

What is Washington Today about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A weekday brief on the day's top Washington stories, blending live reporting, political analysis, and interviews with journalists and policy experts. Episodes cover Congress, the White House, regulatory actions, court and judiciary dynamics, foreign policy developments, and major budget and policy debates, with frequent updates on ongoing investigations and hearings. The show often features live quotes, expert context, and cross-cutting segments that tie domestic politics to international events, making it a go-to for listeners who want a clear, straight reporting line with informed commentary.

A notable strength is the consistent access to seasoned reporters and subject-matter guests, delivering timely, fact-based coverage across a wide r... more

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