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Washington Week with The Atlantic

America’s Longest War Ends

Season 2021 Episode 36 | 25m 18s

The U.S. has fully completed its withdrawal of troops from Afghanistan, ending America’s longest war. The panel discussed the criticism President Biden is facing from Republicans and Democrats as he continues to defend his decision, plus a look into the battle over abortion rights, and the deadly impacts of climate change in the U.S.

Aired: 09/03/21
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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Trump’s dramatic and destabilizing approach to the economy
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What to expect from Trump's meeting with Putin
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Trump fires the messenger after dismal jobs report
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Will Israel's troubles with Trump force its hand in Gaza?
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