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Washington Week with The Atlantic

Political Divisions Threaten President Biden’s Agenda

Season 2021 Episode 40 | 25m 18s

Democrats clashed over the size of President Biden’s infrastructure package, as Congress passed a bill to avoid a federal government shutdown before the deadline. The panel also discussed America’s continued division over COVID vaccines and mandates, plus a look into the testimony from military leaders on the chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan.

Aired: 10/01/21
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 delivers on promise of retribution against adversaries
Trump delivers on promise of retribution against political adversaries
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Hegseth summons top U.S. military leaders for sudden meeting
Hegseth summons top U.S. military leaders to Washington for sudden meeting
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As Russia tests NATO, Trump says Putin 'has let me down'
As Russia tests NATO, Trump says Putin 'has let me down'
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Free speech under fire
Free speech under fire
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Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 9/12/25
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What Russia’s drone incursion means for NATO and Trump
What Russia’s drone incursion into Poland means for NATO and Trump
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Kirk’s assassination and escalating political violence
Charlie Kirk’s assassination raises questions about escalating political violence
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U.S. adversaries strengthen alliance against Trump
U.S. adversaries strengthen their bond and alliance against Trump
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