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What's really at stake in the upcoming midterm elections?

Season 2019 Episode 2 | 25m 39s

As November’s midterm elections approach, Republicans are on edge after this week’s primaries and special elections in five states. Panelists analyze the challenges Republicans and Democrats will confront in the coming months as the Russia investigation looms over the president. Plus, are President Trump and special counsel Robert Mueller headed for a subpoena showdown?

Aired: 08/10/18
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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