Watch 5:37
Capitol riot: The 'third world' trope offends, misreads history
By Ivette Feliciano
Condemning the Capitol Hill riot, President George W. Bush and Senator Marco Rubio likened it to political upheavals in "Banana Republics" and the "third world." But Lucia Dammert, a Wilson Center Global Fellow and Professor at the University of Santiago…
There's an ongoing battle of words to describe Jan 6, 2021. Here's why it matters
By Christopher Booker
Was it an insurrection? A coup? Should we call it domestic terrorism? Or just a peaceful protest gone awry? As a battle of politics becomes a battle for words to describe what happened in the capital and on Capitol Hill…
Man accused of stealing Pelosi's lectern charged in invasion
By Rick Callahan, Associated Press
Adam Johnson, 36, of Parrish, Florida, was arrested Friday night on a federal warrant and was being held Saturday without bail in Pinellas County, Florida, according to jail records that do not show if he has an attorney.
Watch 12:38
Brooks and Marcus on American politics in 2020 and its impact on Democracy
New York Times columnist David Brooks and Washington Post columnist Ruth Marcus join Judy Woodruff to discuss the year in politics, including the failure of institutions, the long-awaited COVID relief bill, Georgia's Senate runoffs, and the frailty of Democracy.
On Capitol Hill, George Floyd's brother appeals for changes to policing
The national outcry to end racial injustice in the U.S. has expanded from protests in the streets to appeals on Capitol Hill. Philonise Floyd, George Floyd's younger brother, headlined a Wednesday hearing before the House Judiciary Committee, which is working…
Senate reopens despite risks as House preps more virus aid
By Lisa Mascaro, Associated Press
The 100 senators are convening for the first time since March, while the House is staying away due to the health risks, as the conflicted Congress reflects an uneasy nation.
Whistleblower alleges White House tried to suppress Zelenskiy call details
It was an explosive day on Capitol Hill, as a redacted version of the whistleblower letter was released publicly, and the acting director of national intelligence testified before the House Intelligence Committee about his handling of it. Lisa Desjardins reports…
Could El Paso and Dayton massacres drive congressional action on guns?
Mass shootings in El Paso and Dayton have pushed gun safety back into the forefront of national politics. On Capitol Hill, how are lawmakers responding? Lisa Desjardins joins Judy Woodruff to discuss an unusual move from Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell,…
How political instability is making U.S. immigration situation worse
The U.S.-Mexico border continues to drive political turmoil. After reports of miserable conditions for detained migrant children, John Sanders, acting head of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, resigned. Meanwhile, Congress is scrambling to reach a border funding deal. Lisa Desjardins…
Shields and Brooks on Trump's subpoena standoff, China trade war
Syndicated columnist Mark Shields and New York Times columnist David Brooks join Judy Woodruff to discuss the week's political news, including 2020 Democrats on the campaign trail in Iowa, the standoff between Congress and the White House over the Mueller…
Jump to the First Page Previous Page
Next Page Jump to the Last Page