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Washington Week with The Atlantic

Trump's effort to remake Washington reflects governing style

Season 2026 Episode 26 | 8m 50s

Compared to matters related to the economy, energy prices, housing and war in the Middle East and Europe, President Trump's efforts to remake Washington don’t matter all that much. But they tell us a lot about the current chaos, and about his approach to leadership and governance.

Major funding for “Washington Week with The Atlantic” is provided by Consumer Cellular, Otsuka, Kaiser Permanente, the Yuen Foundation, and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.
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How Iran benefits from Trump's deal and what's next
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Is the world more dangerous after the Iran war?
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Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 6/19/26
Full Washington Week with the Atlantic broadcast from June 19, 2026.
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Why is America the economic engine of the world?
Why has America been the economic engine of the world for so long?
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Is Trump a symptom or the cause of political polarization?
Is Trump a symptom or the cause of political polarization?
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Has America upheld the principles formulated 250 years ago?
Has the United States lived up to the principles formulated 250 years ago?
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Is America driven by democratic ideals or self-interest?
Is America driven by democratic ideals or transactional interests?
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Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 6/5/26
Full Washington Week with the Atlantic broadcast from June 5, 2026.
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Why ‘YOLO’ Republicans are defying Trump in Congress
Why ‘YOLO’ Republicans are defying Trump in Congress
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