Washington Week

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  • 1972
  • 2023 Seasons
  • 7.1  (83)

Washington Week is a political analysis show that airs weekly on PBS. The show has been on the air since 1967, and it has been a staple for Americans who want to keep up with the latest developments in politics. The show is hosted by Gwen Ifill, who has been with the show since 1999. She is joined by Dan Balz and Karen Tumulty, who are two of the country's leading political journalists. The show is dedicated to providing viewers with an in-depth analysis of the most important political developments of the week. Each week, the hosts discuss the biggest stories of the week and provide their insights into what they mean for the country. They also bring in guests to provide their perspectives on the topics that are being discussed. Throughout the show, the hosts strive to provide a balanced and objective analysis of the week's political events. They do not take sides or push any particular political agenda. Rather, they are committed to providing viewers with the information they need to make informed decisions about the political issues that matter most to them. One of the things that sets Washington Week apart from other political analysis shows is its commitment to providing viewers with context. The hosts are not just interested in reporting the news of the day; they want to help viewers understand how today's news fits into the larger narrative of American politics. To this end, they often look back at historical events to help viewers understand the context of the news they are discussing. Another unique feature of Washington Week is its focus on journalism. The show is not just about the personalities and opinions of the hosts; it is also about the work that journalists do to uncover the truth about political events. The hosts often discuss the challenges that journalists face in their work, and they highlight the important role that journalists play in our democracy. Overall, Washington Week is a must-watch show for anyone who wants to stay informed about the latest political developments. With its balanced analysis, commitment to objectivity, and focus on journalism, the show provides viewers with the information they need to make informed decisions about the issues that matter most to them.

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May 26, 2023
21. May 26, 2023
May 26, 2023
Journalists participate in a round-table discussion of news events in this award-winning public affairs series. It first aired in 1967, making it the longest-running prime-time news and public affairs program on television.
May 19, 2023
20. May 19, 2023
May 19, 2023
Journalists participate in a round-table discussion of news events in this award-winning public affairs series. It first aired in 1967, making it the longest-running prime-time news and public affairs program on television.
May 12, 2023
19. May 12, 2023
May 12, 2023
Journalists participate in a round-table discussion of news events in this award-winning public affairs series. It first aired in 1967, making it the longest-running prime-time news and public affairs program on television.
May 5, 2023
18. May 5, 2023
May 5, 2023
Journalists participate in a round-table discussion of news events in this award-winning public affairs series. It first aired in 1967, making it the longest-running prime-time news and public affairs program on television.
April 28, 2023
17. April 28, 2023
April 28, 2023
Journalists participate in a round-table discussion of news events in this award-winning public affairs series. It first aired in 1967, making it the longest-running prime-time news and public affairs program on television.
April 21, 2023
16. April 21, 2023
April 21, 2023
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April 14, 2023
15. April 14, 2023
April 14, 2023
The Supreme Court once again wades into the battle over reproductive rights. Plus, an arrest is made in one of the worst leaks of classified U.S. intelligence in years. Join guest moderator Amna Nawaz, Sarah McCammon of NPR, Leigh Ann Caldwell of The Washington Post, Carl Hulse of The New York Times, Franco Ordoñez of NPR and Vivian Salama of The Wall Street Journal to discuss this and more.
April 7, 2023
14. April 7, 2023
April 7, 2023
Donald Trump becomes the first former commander in chief in history to be indicted. Plus, Republican lawmakers in Tennessee take extraordinary steps against their Democratic colleagues. Join guest moderator Geoff Bennett, Jacqueline Alemany of The Washington Post, Peter Baker of The New York Times, Francesca Chambers of USA Today and Hugo Lowell of The Guardian to discuss this and more.
March 31, 2023
13. March 31, 2023
March 31, 2023
The nation is at a political and criminal crossroads after former President Trump is indicted. Plus, a debate over guns erupts in the halls of Congress after another deadly school shooting. Join guest moderator Lisa Desjardins, Luke Broadwater of The New York Times, Domenico Montanaro of NPR, Ashley Parker of The Washington Post and Mario Parker of Bloomberg News to discuss this and more.
Mar 24, 2023
12. Mar 24, 2023
March 24, 2023
Former President Donald Trump makes a new threat amid developments in the criminal cases against him, while Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis criticized both Trump and the Manhattan DA investigating him. Join guest moderator Laura Barrón-López, Devlin Barrett of the Washington Post, Heather Caygle of Punchbowl News, Eugene Daniels of Politico and Hans Nichols of Axios as they discuss this and more.
Mar 17, 2023
11. Mar 17, 2023
March 17, 2023
Financial shockwaves rippled across the country this week following two bank failures. Plus, tension between the U.S. and Russia is on the rise after a Russian fighter jet intentionally engaged with a U.S. drone. Join guest moderator William Brangham, Neil Irwin of Axios, Fin Gomez of CBS News, Zolan Kanno-Youngs of The New York Times and Kayla Tausche of CNBC to discuss this and more.
Mar 10, 2023
10. Mar 10, 2023
March 10, 2023
Democrats and Republicans are drawing battle lines on the debt ceiling debate, President Biden unveils a proposed budget in a likely reelection preview and GOP presidential hopefuls set their sights on Iowa. Join guest moderator Amna Nawaz, Peter Baker of The New York Times, Laura Barrón-López of PBS NewsHour and Leigh Ann Caldwell of The Washington Post as they discuss these stories and more.
Mar 3, 2023
9. Mar 3, 2023
March 3, 2023
The 2024 presidential race takes shape as President Biden touts his economic agenda and dueling Republican events give hopefuls a chance to sharpen their messages while also providing a look at the GOP's divide. Join guest moderator Geoff Bennett, Carl Hulse of The New York Times, Seung Min Kim of The Associated Press and Michael Scherer of The Washington Post to discuss this and more.
Feb 24, 2023
8. Feb 24, 2023
February 24, 2023
President Biden made a secret trip to Ukraine marking the first anniversary of the Russian invasion. Plus, Republicans criticize the president arguing he should be more focused on the Ohio train derailment and immigration. Join moderator Yamiche Alcindor, Vivian Salama of The Wall Street Journal, David Sanger of The New York Times, Weijia Jiang of CBS News and Abby Phillip of CNN to discuss.
Feb 17, 2023
7. Feb 17, 2023
February 17, 2023
Nikki Haley jumps in the race to challenge Trump for the GOP's nomination. Plus, President Biden defends his handling of the Chinese spy balloon and downing of three unidentified aerial objects. Join moderator Yamiche Alcindor, Zolan Kanno-Youngs of The New York Times, Scott MacFarlane of CBS News, Eva McKend of CNN and Ashley Parker of The Washington Post to discuss this and more.
Feb 10, 2023
6. Feb 10, 2023
February 10, 2023
President Biden hits the road challenging Republicans in two key battleground states on the issue of entitlements following a State of the Union unlike any other. Join moderator Yamiche Alcindor, Errin Haines of The 19th, Peter Baker of The New York Times, Leigh Ann Caldwell of The Washington Post and Nikole Killion of CBS News to discuss this and more.
Feb 03, 2023
5. Feb 03, 2023
February 3, 2023
McCarthy and Biden meet one on one to negotiate raising the debt limit. Plus, the seemingly stagnant conversation around police reform in the U.S. Join moderator Yamiche Alcindor, Ayesha Rascoe of NPR, Michael Shear of The New York Times, Ryan Nobles of NBC News and Susan Page of USA Today to discuss this and more.
Jan 27, 2023
4. Jan 27, 2023
January 27, 2023
The killing of Tyre Nichols shocks the nation as five fired Memphis police officers are charged with murder. Now, law enforcement agencies around the country are on high alert, bracing themselves for possible reaction to the video's release.
Jan 20, 2023
3. Jan 20, 2023
January 20, 2023
The discovery of additional classified documents at President Biden’s home added more tension to an already growing problem. Plus, House Republicans are demanding spending cuts before they agree to raise the debt ceiling. Join moderator Yamiche Alci…
Jan 13, 2023
2. Jan 13, 2023
January 13, 2023
The DOJ takes action after classified documents are found in President Biden’s former office and Delaware home. Plus, the GOP has its own problems as calls grow for one new lawmaker to step down. Join moderator Laura Barrón-López, Nicholas Confessor…
Jan. 6, 2023
1. Jan. 6, 2023
January 6, 2023
After days of failed votes to elect a new speaker, the House is in limbo and questions remain whether Kevin McCarthy can unite Republicans. Plus, President Biden and Mitch McConnell appear together to tout infrastructure. Join Yamiche Alcindor, Ali …
Description

Washington Week is a political analysis show that airs weekly on PBS. The show has been on the air since 1967, and it has been a staple for Americans who want to keep up with the latest developments in politics. The show is hosted by Gwen Ifill, who has been with the show since 1999. She is joined by Dan Balz and Karen Tumulty, who are two of the country's leading political journalists.

The show is dedicated to providing viewers with an in-depth analysis of the most important political developments of the week. Each week, the hosts discuss the biggest stories of the week and provide their insights into what they mean for the country. They also bring in guests to provide their perspectives on the topics that are being discussed.

Throughout the show, the hosts strive to provide a balanced and objective analysis of the week's political events. They do not take sides or push any particular political agenda. Rather, they are committed to providing viewers with the information they need to make informed decisions about the political issues that matter most to them.

One of the things that sets Washington Week apart from other political analysis shows is its commitment to providing viewers with context. The hosts are not just interested in reporting the news of the day; they want to help viewers understand how today's news fits into the larger narrative of American politics. To this end, they often look back at historical events to help viewers understand the context of the news they are discussing.

Another unique feature of Washington Week is its focus on journalism. The show is not just about the personalities and opinions of the hosts; it is also about the work that journalists do to uncover the truth about political events. The hosts often discuss the challenges that journalists face in their work, and they highlight the important role that journalists play in our democracy.

Overall, Washington Week is a must-watch show for anyone who wants to stay informed about the latest political developments. With its balanced analysis, commitment to objectivity, and focus on journalism, the show provides viewers with the information they need to make informed decisions about the issues that matter most to them.

Washington Week is a series that is currently running and has 2023 seasons (578 episodes). The series first aired on February 1, 1972.

Where to Watch Washington Week

Washington Week is available for streaming on the PBS website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Washington Week on demand at and PBS.

  • Premiere Date
    February 1, 1972
  • IMDB Rating
    7.1  (83)