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Washington Week

Washington Week
Washington Week 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 on Fridays at 8pm ET on many local PBS stations.

Latest Episodes

Scandal Fallout: IRS, Benghazi and Justice Probes Reporters Air date: 05-18-2013 Watch
http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/2365014186/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false The latest on the three scandals dogging the Obama administration this week involving the IRS, the Justice Department, the Associated Press and the attack on the US embassy in Benghazi.  How is the administration handling damage control?  Joining Gwen: Gloria Borger, CNN; John Dickerson, Slate... /episodes/get/8770 /episode/8770 Washington Week: Scandal Fallout: IRS, Benghazi and Justice Probes Reporters /episode-player/8770
Progress on Immigration Reform, Obama's Cabinet Air date: 05-18-2013 Watch
http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/2365014208/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false In the Webcast Extra: our panelists discuss progress in Congress to reform the immigration system.  Also, why did the House Republicans vote to repeal Obamacare again this week?  How is the shrinking budget deficit a “double-edged sword?” And why are Congressional Republicans holding up Obama’s... /episodes/get/8769 /episode/8769 Washington Week: Progress on Immigration Reform, Obama's Cabinet /episode-player/8769
Benghazi Hearings and Syrian Diplomacy Air date: 05-11-2013 Watch
http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/2365010365/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false The latest on the House Oversight Committee hearings on Benghazi, the diplomatic dance between the U.S. and Russia over the Syrian civil war, Congress addresses immigration and guns, and African-Americans in 2012 voted at a higher rate than white Americans. At the roundtable: Peter Baker, New York... /episodes/get/8737 /episode/8737 Washington Week: Benghazi Hearings and Syrian Diplomacy /episode-player/8737
Bombing Arrests and Obama Recommits to Closing GITMO Air date: 05-04-2013 Watch
http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/2365006896/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false The latest on the Boston bombing investigation including the arrest of Dzokhar Tsarnaev’s three friends. Also, President Obama renews his commitment to close Guantanamo Bay. Plus, Obama's second-term agenda is being tested by unexpected events. Joining Gwen: Pete Williams, NBC News; Michael Duffy,... /episodes/get/8682 /episode/8682 Washington Week: Bombing Arrests and Obama Recommits to Closing GITMO /episode-player/8682
Boston bombing investigation & Syria's chemical weapons Air date: 04-27-2013 Watch
http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/2365003141/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false The latest on the Boston bombing investigation and the U.S. assessment that Bashar al-Assad’s regime in Syria used chemical weapons. Also, U.S. Senator Max Baucus will not be seeking re-election. Plus, the dedication of the George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum. Joining Gwen: Martha... /episodes/get/8624 /episode/8624 Washington Week: Boston bombing investigation & Syria's chemical weapons /episode-player/8624
Boston Marathon Bombing and the Politics of Gun Control Air date: 04-20-2013 Watch
http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/2364999628/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false In a week that stunned the nation, we look at the attack on the Boston Marathon and the suspect manhunt that has consumed the city of Boston. Also, we look at the politics behind the “shameful” defeat of gun control legislation. Plus, how do leaders respond to uncertain times. Joining Gwen: Tom... /episodes/get/8592 /episode/8592 Washington Week: Boston Marathon Bombing and the Politics of Gun Control /episode-player/8592
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Episode Archive

The Vault -  June 27, 2008
This week, the Supreme Court reaffirmed the 2nd amendment right to bear arms in a controversial case overturning Chicago's handgun ban. Just two years ago, the Roberts court signaled that it might rule this way when it struck down Washington, DC's handgun ban. But since DC was a federal enclave...
Air date: 06/27/2008
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http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/1535048356/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false This week, the Supreme Court reaffirmed the 2nd amendment right to bear arms in a controversial case overturning Chicago's handgun ban. Just two years ago, the Roberts court signaled that it might rule this way when it struck down Washington, DC's handgun ban. But since DC was a federal enclave... /episodes/get/4073 /episode/4073 Washington Week: The Vault - June 27, 2008 /episode-player/4073
January 15, 2010
This week Gwen and the panel will discuss the catastrophic earthquake in Haiti, the history of the poverty-stricken nation, the president's announcement this week that the government will institute new fees on the nation's banks, and the Massachusetts Senate race.
Air date: 01/15/2010
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http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/1387838887/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false This week Gwen and the panel will discuss the catastrophic earthquake in Haiti, the history of the poverty-stricken nation, the president's announcement this week that the government will institute new fees on the nation's banks, and the Massachusetts Senate race. /episodes/get/3941 /episode/3941 Washington Week: January 15, 2010 /episode-player/3941
January 29, 2010
Analysis of President Obama's focus on domestic issues including jobs, healthcare and his calls for greater cooperation on Capitol Hill.
Air date: 01/29/2010
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http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/1400492053/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false Analysis of President Obama's focus on domestic issues including jobs, healthcare and his calls for greater cooperation on Capitol Hill. /episodes/get/3946 /episode/3946 Washington Week: January 29, 2010 /episode-player/3946
February 5, 2010
Gwen and the panel discuss Mr. Obama's fight for his agenda despite the partisan divide, new details on the Christmas terror plot, the beginning of the"Don't Ask Don't Tell" review.
Air date: 02/05/2010
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http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/1407213337/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false Gwen and the panel discuss Mr. Obama's fight for his agenda despite the partisan divide, new details on the Christmas terror plot, the beginning of the"Don't Ask Don't Tell" review. /episodes/get/3930 /episode/3930 Washington Week: February 5, 2010 /episode-player/3930
February 12, 2010
This week Gwen and the panel discuss the bipartisan thaw, the President's overtures and GOP skepticism, the focus on the new jobs bill and Iran's taunting of the West.
Air date: 02/13/2010
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http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/1412186041/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false This week Gwen and the panel discuss the bipartisan thaw, the President's overtures and GOP skepticism, the focus on the new jobs bill and Iran's taunting of the West. /episodes/get/3921 /episode/3921 Washington Week: February 12, 2010 /episode-player/3921
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