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FOX News Radio's National Correspondent Jared Halpern along with a team of FOX News reporters & contributors look at the week that was inside the beltway. THIS WEEK: The Senate votes and then votes again on the Supreme Court nominee, Judge Brett Kavanaugh. But can the Senate recover from the flared up emotions of the last week? FOX's Senior Capitol Hill Producer, Chad Pergram weighs in. President Trump makes a new deal with Canada and Mexico. Jon Decker joins from The White House. Melania Trump makes her first solo overseas trip as First Lady. Andy Och "The First Ladies Man" joins FOX News Radio's Washington Correspondent Rachel Sutherland to discuss. And we're just one month until America decides who will control Congress. And who better to break it all down than FOX News Politics Editor Chris Stirewalt. Listen to the latest "From Washington": Follow Jared on Twitter: @JaredHalpern Follow Rachel on Twitter: @SutherlandFox

FOX News Radio's National Correspondent Jared Halpern along with a team of FOX News reporters & contributors look at the week that was inside the beltway. THIS WEEK: On Thursday, Dr. Christine Blasey Ford and Judge Brett Kavanaugh testified in front of the Senate Judiciary Committee over sexual misconduct allegations dating back to the 1980's.  And with a last minute request from the committee,  President Trump ordered an FBI investigation into Kavanaugh, to be completed in no more than a week.  FOX's White House Correspondent Jon Decker discusses the fiery and emotional testimony. The #MeToo movement doesn't appear to be going anywhere almost a year after it gained steam. FOX News Radio's Washington Correspondent, Rachel Sutherland, sat down with Margaret Valios, an attorney who represents students facing sexual misbehavior allegations on college campuses and Sonia Ossairo, President of the National Organization for Women of New York, to explain why this movement hits home for so many. President Trump addressed the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday calling out world leaders for unfair trade practices and hammering home his "America First" message.  Jared discussed the remarks with FOX News State Department Correspondent Rich Edson. A record number of female candidates are on the 2018 ballot in races at all levels of government, potentially dubbing this year, the year of the woman.  Associate Editor at RealClearPolitics, A.B. Stoddard says, "Democrats are pushing hard to get them to the polls." Listen to the latest "From Washington": Follow Jared on Twitter: @JaredHalpern Follow Rachel on Twitter: @SutherlandFox

FOX News Radio's National Correspondent Jared Halpern along with a team of FOX News reporters & contributors look at the week that was inside the beltway. THIS WEEK: Judge Brett Kavanaugh's confirmation process has become even more contentious, after Christine Blasey Ford accused Kavanaugh of sexual misconduct, back when they were teenagers.  FOX's Senior Capitol Hill producer, Chad Pergram, weighs in on the likelihood of a confirmation. President Trump heads to the U.N. General Assembly next week, where he will meet with leaders from South Korea, Japan, Egypt, France, Israel and the United Kingdom.  FOX's White House Correspondent Jon Decker discusses how the President's trade rhetoric and recent policies may impact his upcoming meetings. The Midterm Elections are just around the corner.  FOX News Decision Desk team members, Chris Anderson and Daron Shaw sat down with Jared to talk about the races they're watching, as November approaches. One year ago this week, Hurricane Maria devastated Puerto Rico. The island continues to recover from that powerful storm. This, as the Carolinas continue to deal with flooding from Hurricane Florence. So how does the White House mount a response to a natural disaster? FOX's Dana Perino served as White House Press Secretary under President George W. Bush, and shares her experience. Listen to the latest "From Washington": Follow Jared on Twitter: @JaredHalpern Follow Rachel on Twitter: @SutherlandFox

FOX News Radio's National Correspondent Jared Halpern along with a team of FOX News reporters & contributors look at the week that was inside the beltway. THIS WEEK: Former Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort, pleaded guilty to reduced charges and agreed to fully cooperate with federal prosecutors in the ongoing Special Counsel investigation.  Former DOJ Prosecutor, James Trusty explains why this plea deal is important. Next week, Republican leaders are hoping to confirm President Trump's Supreme Court nominee, Judge Brett Kavanaugh. FOX's Senior Capitol Hill producer, Chad Pergram discusses the last minute potential bombshell that could tank the nomination. For the past 17 years, American's have been fighting the war in Afghanistan after the devastating terror attacks on September 11th, 2001.  FOX's Pentagon Producer, Lucas Tomlinson served in Afghanistan and sat down with Jared to discuss what's been accomplished. As Election Day inches closer, Fox News released five new Senate polls this week. FOX News Politics Editor, Chris Stirewalt discusses what states are expected to shape the outlook of the Senate. Listen to the latest "From Washington": Follow Jared on Twitter: @JaredHalpern Follow Rachel on Twitter: @SutherlandFox

FOX News Radio's National Correspondent Jared Halpern along with a team of FOX News reporters & contributors look at the week that was inside the beltway. THIS WEEK: President Trump's Supreme Court nominee Judge Brett Kavanaugh faced a contentious multi-day Senate hearing this week.  FOX's White House Correspondent, Jon Decker and Jared spent the week watching the hearing from a skybox above the committee room. They discuss what was asked, what was answered and what it says about Judge Kavanaugh. On Wednesday, an anonymous Op-Ed published in The New York Times had some crying "treason", while others applauded the authors bravery.  FOX's White House producer Fin Gomez joins Jared to discuss the President's reaction and the search within the White House to uncover the source. The House also had a couple of explosive hearings this week. Facebook's CEO Sheryl Sandberg discussed election meddling and Twitter's CEO Jack Dorsey answered questions about alleged "anti-conservative bias".  FOX's Tonya J. Powers sat down with FOX's Washington Correspondent, Rachel Sutherland to discuss. Listen to the latest "From Washington": Follow Rachel on Twitter: @SutherlandFox Follow Jared on Twitter: @JaredHalpern

FOX News Radio's National Correspondent Jared Halpern along with a team of FOX News reporters & contributors look at the week that was inside the beltway. THIS WEEK: Less than 70 days until Election Day. Pollster and FOX News Contributor, Doug Schoen explains what races to keep an eye on as we inch closer to the November elections. Senator John McCain lies in state in the Capitol Rotunda as family, friends and members of the public pay homage to the "Maverick". Senior writer for Roll Call, Niels Lesniewski, shares his experience traveling with the Senator. On Tuesday, Judge Brett Kavanagh will take the next step towards becoming a United States Supreme Court Justice.  Confirmation hearings begin, but many have already decided they won't confirm him.  FOX News Channel's Chief Congressional Correspondent, Mike Emanuel, joins Rachel to discuss. This week, President Trump announced that the U.S. and Mexico are working towards a new trade agreement that is set to replace NAFTA.  The "understanding" addresses several key trade issues, with the hopes of getting Canada to sign on as well.  FOX's White House Correspondent, Jon Decker discusses what a new trade deal might mean. Listen to the latest "From Washington": Follow Rachel on Twitter: @SutherlandFox Follow Jared on Twitter: @JaredHalpern

FOX News Radio's National Correspondent Jared Halpern along with a team of FOX News reporters & contributors look at the week that was inside the beltway. THIS WEEK: It was a busy week for two former employees of President Trump. Former Campaign Chairman, Paul Manafort was found guilty on tax/bank fraud charges and former personal lawyer to President Trump, Michael Cohen struck a plea deal with prosecutors.  FOX's White House Correspondent and lawyer, Jon Decker breaks down how or if, this impacts the President. The Senate Judiciary Committee announced the confirmation hearing of President Trump's Supreme Court pick, Brett Kavanaugh, will be on September 4th.  This after some Senate Democrats argued after this week's events it should be postponed.  Chuck Grassley, Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman, spoke with Jared about the decision. Election Day is under 80 days away and there is a lot for voters to consider.  FOX's Senior Capitol Hill producer, Chad Pergram explains which races to watch as the midterms inch closer. As voters head to the polls, many are wondering how secure their vote will be.  Rachel was joined by Cyber Security Analyst and lawyer, Shawn Tuma to explain what the government is doing to help safeguard voters come November. Listen to the latest "From Washington": Follow Jared on Twitter: @JaredHalpern Follow Rachel on Twitter: @SutherlandFox

FOX News Radio's National Correspondent Jared Halpern along with a team of FOX News reporters & contributors look at the week that was inside the beltway. THIS WEEK: Former White House staff member, Omarosa Manigault Newman, released a new "tell-all" book this week. FOX's White House Correspondent, Jon Decker has the White House's reaction. And former White House Press Secretary, Dana Perino, shares her experience with disgruntled staffers and how she learned to move on. As the confirmation hearings for President Trump's Supreme Court pick nears, Senate Republicans are hoping for an easy confirmation for Judge Brett Kavanaugh. FOX's Senior Capitol Hill producer, Chad Pergram joins Jared to discuss the confirmation process. Another week closer to November's midterm elections.  Democratic Strategist Jessica Tarlov and Republican Strategist, Brad Blakeman sat down to discuss each party's expectations leading up to election day. Listen to the latest "From Washington": Follow Jared on Twitter: @JaredHalpern

FOX News Radio's National Correspondent Jared Halpern along with a team of FOX News reporters & contributors look at the week that was inside the beltway. THIS WEEK: On Thursday, Vice President Mike Pence proposed a "Space Force", ready for battle by the year 2020, if Congress funds it.  FOX's Pentagon Producer, Lucas Tomlinson and FOX's Washington Correspondent, Rachel Sutherland, discuss the big plans. President Trump's lawyers have taken to the cable news circuits, discussing the Robert Mueller investigation and the President's potential sit down meeting with the Special Counsel.  Rachel spoke with FOX's White House Correspondent, Jon Decker, about the ongoing negotiations. Tuesday night there were special elections in five states, that typically lean Republican.  Kyle Kondik, managing Editor of Sabato's Crystal Ball at the University of Virginia, discusses the reason Democrats are overperforming during this cycle. President Trump tweeted Friday that he was authorizing "a doubling of Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum with respect to Turkey." The President said their currency was sliding "rapidly downward against our [U.S.] very strong Dollar!" Simon Owen, FOX's London-based correspondent, discusses the international repercussions. Listen to the latest "From Washington": Follow Jared on Twitter: @JaredHalpern Follow Rachel on Twitter: @SutherlandFox

FOX News Radio's National Correspondent Jared Halpern along with a team of FOX News reporters & contributors look at the week that was inside the beltway. THIS WEEK: At Thursday's White House press briefing, our nation's top intelligence officials discussed potential attempts by outsiders to influence upcoming U.S elections, like the midterms. FOX's White House Correspondent, Jon Decker breaks down this week at the White House. This week, after sixty-five years of waiting, Americans welcomed home the remains of service-members killed in the Korean War. Lucas Tomlinson, FOX's Pentagon Producer, explains why U.S. officials are optimistic these remains are in fact American service-members. President Trump threatened a government shutdown if funding wasn't supplied for his U.S. - Mexico border wall. FOX's Senior Capitol Hill producer Chad Pergram discusses if it's time to bring back the shutdown countdown clock. Midterm elections are less than one hundred days away. Fox News Decision Desk's, Daron Shaw, conducted a poll out of Texas, that shows Democrat Congressman Beto O'Rourke in striking distance to incumbent Republican Senator, Ted Cruz. Jared and Daron crunch the numbers. Listen to the latest "From Washington": Follow Jared on Twitter: @JaredHalpern