Washington Today

Tribute service in Atlanta for former first lady Rosalyn Carter, Rep Garcia (D-CA) introduces resolution to expel Rep. Santos (R-NY), Senate leaders on aid to Ukraine and U.S. border security, more hostages released by Hamas, Fed Board member Waller on economy and interest rates, U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree lighting.

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Israel Defense Forces have announced that 11 more hostages have been freed by Hamas terrorists and are on their way back to Israel. All of them are Israelis. The release comes after Israel and Hamas agreed to extend their truce in Gaza by two more days.

Meanwhile, the man accused of shooting three Palestinian college students in Burlington, Vermont over the weekend in what Vermont's state attorney called a hateful act has pleaded not guilty and is being held without bond. We'll hear the reaction from the White House on the pause in fighting and this weekend's shooting coming up.

The House and Senate are back to work this week. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said over the weekend that he would like to bring Israel and Ukraine aid packages to the floor as soon as next week. We'll hear from Senator Schumer, Republican leader Mitch McConnell, and House Speaker Mike Johnson about the prospects of that coming up.

 

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

First – Moody's Analytics' Chief Economist Mark Zandi gives us his outlook for the U-S economy as the all-important holiday shopping season begins.  

Then- Fox News host and author Brian Kilmeade discusses his latest book "Teddy and Booker T.: How Two American Icons Blazed a Path for Racial Equality."

Plus -   Lisa Davis of Share Our Strength discusses the group's No Kid Hungry campaign to end childhood hunger and food insecurity in the U.S.  

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NY Gov. Hochul says there is 'no indication' of terrorism after car crashes and explodes at a U.S.-Canadian border crossing; Israel PM & WH National Security Adviser talk about Israel-Hamas deal to release hostages; Russian President calls war in Ukraine 'a tragedy'; Celese Maloy (R) wins special election in Utah for open congressional seat; 60th anniversary of assassination of President Kennedy.

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Israel-Hamas deal to release hostages said to be imminent; Attorney General Garland announces Binance crypto exchange fined $4.3B and founder pleads guilty to money laundering; with Thanksgiving a few days away, White House & House Republicans on food cost and inflation.

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U.S. Court of Appeals hearing on gag order on Donald Trump in his election subversion case; President Biden turn 81 years old; Defense Secretary Austin makes surprise visit to Ukraine, WH update on negotiations to free hostages held by Hamas; President Biden pardons Thanksgiving turkeys; First Lady Jill Biden welcomes the White House Christmas tree; remembering former first Rosalyn Carter, who died on Sunday at age 96.

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

First – Top Democrat on the House Armed Service Committee – Adam Smith – discusses the significance of President Biden's high-stakes summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping this week. 

Then- author and documentarian Dinesh D'Souza discusses his new film "Police State" examining what HE calls the "erosion of liberties" in the U.S. today.

Plus – Roben Farzad – host of public radio's Full Disclosure -- discusses economic conditions in the U.S. with the holiday shopping season about to kick off.

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President Biden meets Mexican President Obrador on sidelines of APEC conference in San Francisco, Air Force Secretary tells Sen. Tuberville to end his hold on military nominations and promotions, Rep. Balint (I-VT) is first Jewish House Member to call for Israel-Hamas ceasefire, House Ethics Committee Chair Michael Guest (R-MS) files resolution to expel Rep. George Santos (R-NY), Capitol Christmas Tree arrives.

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Interview with CQ/Roll Call's Chris Marquette on House Ethics Committee report on Rep. George Santos (R-NY) (3), Senate passes CR to prevent government shutdown, President Biden at the APEC summit speaks of "responsibly managing the competition" between the U.S. and China.

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President Biden meets with Chinese President Jinping on sidelines of APEC summit in California; interview with Washington Examiner's Cami Mondeaux on U.S. House conservative Republican defeating another procedural vote to bring up an annual spending bill (18); Senate works on CR to avoid government shutdown; FBI Director Wray & DHS Secretary Mayorkas testify before House Homeland Security Committee.

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