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C-SPAN 52 Episodes Oct 13, 2026

Catch up on the biggest stories of the day from Washington with interviews and analysis from leading journalists. Posted weekdays at 6:30 pm ET. From C-SPAN, the network that brings you the "Q&A" podcast.

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U.S. Amb. to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle resigns amid ethics allegations; new White House Press Sec Zacharia holds first briefing; Pres. Trump campaigns in Alaska
U.S. Amb. to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle resigns amid ethics allegations; new White House Press Sec Zacharia holds first briefing; Pres. Trump campaigns in Alaska Oct 13, 2026 3601 U.S. Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle resigns amid allegations she asked a Republican donor to pay off a $100,000 credit card debt in exchange for political access; new White House Press Secretary Katie Zacharia holds her first White House news conference; President Donald Trump answers questions about continuing military strikes by Russia and Ukraine against each other targeting energy inf
Federal Agents Search Rep. Ilhan Omar’s Home, Trump’s Russia Diesel Deal & 2026 Midterms
Federal Agents Search Rep. Ilhan Omar’s Home, Trump’s Russia Diesel Deal & 2026 Midterms Oct 12, 2026 3013 Federal agents search the home of Minnesota Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar, prompting reactions from both parties just weeks before the midterm elections. A bipartisan group of senators calls on President Trump to reverse his agreement with Russian President Vladimir Putin to allow Russian diesel sales in an effort to lower fuel prices. Plus, with just 22 days until the midterm elections, we examine k
Weekend Edition: Campaign 2026, Regulating AI, and 3rd Anniversary of October 7th Attack
Weekend Edition: Campaign 2026, Regulating AI, and 3rd Anniversary of October 7th Attack Oct 10, 2026 1762 In this weekend's episode, three segments from this past week's Washington Journal. First – On Wednesday President Trump made his third trip to Texas in a month to support Republican Governor Greg Abbott and Senate candidate Ken Paxton who are facing stiffer-than-expected political headwinds. We'll dig into some Lone Star state politics with Spectrum News Texas reporter Reena Diamante. Then:
DHS Sec Mullin defends ICE shooting in NYC, calls immigrant a 'thug' | South African jurist Navi Pillay wins Nobel Peace Prize for work on international law
DHS Sec Mullin defends ICE shooting in NYC, calls immigrant a 'thug' | South African jurist Navi Pillay wins Nobel Peace Prize for work on international law Oct 9, 2026 3551 Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin criticizes New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's response to the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) involved shooting in the city. Mamdani again called for ICE to be abolished. Mullin says Mamdani's 'words are dangerous and incite hostility'; President Donald Trump celebrates at the White House the Columbus Day federal holiday, which is Monda
VP Vance says Microsoft can no longer bring in foreign workers on H-1B visas | NYC Mayor Mandani asked about being booed at Oct. 7th attack anniversary vigil  
VP Vance says Microsoft can no longer bring in foreign workers on H-1B visas | NYC Mayor Mandani asked about being booed at Oct. 7th attack anniversary vigil   Oct 8, 2026 3595 Vice President JD Vance announces Microsoft and some other technology firms have been suspended from sponsoring foreign workers with H-1B visas. He says Microsoft has been undercutting U.S. workers and treating foreign workers like indentured servants; President Donald Trump awards Microsoft's CEO the National Medal of Technology and Innovation, one of six technology & science medals he handed out
Def. Sec. Hegseth visits USS Lincoln after record deployment fighting Iran war; Sec of State Rubio in Greece calls for defending Western civilization values; Maine Senate candidates debate
Def. Sec. Hegseth visits USS Lincoln after record deployment fighting Iran war; Sec of State Rubio in Greece calls for defending Western civilization values; Maine Senate candidates debate Oct 7, 2026 3572 Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth speaks aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier off the coast of California as the ship returns from a record-setting deployment in support of combat operations against Iran, blaming some in the media for highlighting reports of poor conditions and crew morale; Solemn remembrances on this third anniversary of Hamas' military attack on Israel; Secretary of Stat
Maryland Gov. race debate | Pres. Trump announces multi-billion dollar submarine shipyard project in Baltimore; Politico's Jeremy B. White on Calif.'s Prop 40 billionaire tax
Maryland Gov. race debate | Pres. Trump announces multi-billion dollar submarine shipyard project in Baltimore; Politico's Jeremy B. White on Calif.'s Prop 40 billionaire tax Oct 6, 2026 3567 Gov. Wes Moore (D-MD) debates his reelection opponent Dan Cox (R); Gov. Moore says the White House blocked him from speaking at an announcement of a multi-billion dollar defense company investment to build a submarine shipyard in Baltimore; reaction today to President Donald Trump's remarks Monday night at a rally in Nebraska suggesting Iran could 'take out' Los Angeles or San Diego; California ba
Supreme Court Opens New Term with Climate Case; Campaign 2026 Enters Final Month
Supreme Court Opens New Term with Climate Case; Campaign 2026 Enters Final Month Oct 5, 2026 3538 The Supreme Court opens its new term with arguments in a case involving efforts by state and local governments to hold fossil fuel companies responsible for damages linked to climate change. Plus, U.S. B-1 bombers return home from a British air base following an alleged terror threat, and with 29 days until the midterm elections, we check in on key races in Alaska, Colorado, Ohio, Michigan, and Ne
Weekend Editiom: Gas Prices, Social Security Crisis, and Ralph Nader on his publication "Capitol Hill Citizen"
Weekend Editiom: Gas Prices, Social Security Crisis, and Ralph Nader on his publication "Capitol Hill Citizen" Oct 3, 2026 1717 In this weekend's episode, three segments from this past week's Washington Journal. First: Gas prices around the country continue to rise as the conflict with Iran drags on. We speak with Patrick De Haan -- head of petroleum analysis for GasBuddy – about what's behind the rise in gas prices – the impact on consumers - and who been profiting. Then: The looming crisis in Social Security is for
Sept. jobs report much lower than expected; NY Gov. Hochul appoints NY AG James special prosecutor in the Cornell Univ. fraternity sexual assault case
Sept. jobs report much lower than expected; NY Gov. Hochul appoints NY AG James special prosecutor in the Cornell Univ. fraternity sexual assault case Oct 2, 2026 3468 Jobs report for September comes in far lower than expected. Labor Department says 29,000 jobs were added and the unemployment rate increased from 4.1 to 4.2 percent; With diesel fuel at record high prices, President Donald Trump posts, 'Europe has just agreed to release a massive amount of their heavily stocked Diesel. The process will begin immediately'; President Trump heads out again to campaig
Pres. Trump starts red-state campaign swing; Vets & Dem. lawmakers rally against proposed triumphal arch; Gov. Lee (R-TN) pauses executions after botched attempt
Pres. Trump starts red-state campaign swing; Vets & Dem. lawmakers rally against proposed triumphal arch; Gov. Lee (R-TN) pauses executions after botched attempt Oct 1, 2026 3414 President Donald Trump heads out on the campaign trail with just over a month until election day, and is asked why he is filling the itinerary with red states where his Republican party is already strong; Senate adjourns until after the midterm elections, but not before Democrats try and fail to reverse President Trump's over $800 million in spending cuts; Veterans and lawmakers rally at Memorial
Senate votes down bill on data centers, tech companies & electricity costs; Pres. Trump announces $50B South Korean energy project investment in AK; LA, AL & AR sue CA, MA, NY over abortion pills
Senate votes down bill on data centers, tech companies & electricity costs; Pres. Trump announces $50B South Korean energy project investment in AK; LA, AL & AR sue CA, MA, NY over abortion pills Sep 30, 2026 3659 Senate Democrats block a Republican-drafted bill on making tech companies pay for additional electricity costs from data centers, saying it does not have enforcement provisions; Bipartisan group of Senators unveil a bill to reform energy project permitting, but by agreement it will not be debated or voted on until after the midterm elections in November; President Donald Trump announces $200 billi

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