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The Weekend

Jonathan Capehart, Eugene Daniels and Jackie Alemany set the agenda for Saturday, Sunday, and the week ahead; fresh analysis of the week’s biggest events.

Copyright: Copyright © 2024 NBC News

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The Weekend January 4 8a: A 'Genuine' Conversation with a Future Felon? Jan 04, 2025

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2025 is already starting off to be one for the history books. Speaker Mike Johnson gets to keep the gavel, on the first vote no less, and Judge Merchan has ordered President-Elect Trump to appear in court on January 10th to be sentenced in his New York hush money case. For the first time in history, we will have a felon serving as president. DC Mayor Muriel Bowser discusses the preparations underway for inauguration as well as what she says about her "genuine" meeting with Trump. Plus, DNC Chair candidate, James Skoufis, on where he wants to see Democrats invest more resources.

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The Weekend December 29 9a: ‘Off the Chain’ Dec 29, 2024

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There's one thing much of the country can agree upon, its distrust in the Supreme Court. With the Court's approval rating is at a historic low, Senate Democrats reveal an "ethical crisis" on the Court. Legal experts Elie Mystal and Joyce Vance weigh in. Plus, North Carolina's Associate Supreme Court Justice, Allison Riggs talks about how her opponent wants to throw out 60,000 votes in the race she's leading... how convenient...

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The Weekend December 29 8a: “No Real Plans” Dec 29, 2024

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If you followed Trump's campaign at all, you know that he made a long list of promises for his first day in office. The question now, how will he get them done and is it even possible for him to do them at all? Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett discusses what Democrats are planning to do try to and block the president-elect. Plus, David Hogg is running for a leadership position in the DNC, he talks about how he plans to bring the younger generation back into the fold.

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The Weekend December 28 9a: ‘Denying Basic Science’ Dec 28, 2024

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It’s Elon Musk’s world and we’re just living in it. Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz talks about how he’s throwing his money and weight around in Washington and whether it’s a worthwhile endeavor. Plus, RFK Jr. has been on Capitol Hill trying to woo Senators as he makes his bid to be the Secretary of Health and Human Services. Former Secretary and Congresswoman Donna Shalala weighs in.

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The Weekend December 28 8a: ‘We’re Not Going to Bail Him Out This Time’ Dec 28, 2024

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Speaker Mike Johnson’s future is up in the air with the vote less than a week away. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell weighs in on his chances to keep the gavel. Plus, Trump is making waves in the world of foreign policy, with just over three weeks until he’s sworn into office. Political analyst Basil Smikle and reporter Marianna Sotomayor give their thoughts.

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The Weekend December 22 9a: Renaissance Man Dec 22, 2024

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The revenge tour is underway. Attorney George Conway and political analyst Molly Jong-Fast talk about how Trump is going after his perceived enemies. Plus, Congresswoman-Elect Laura Gillen on how she's preparing for the House chaos ahead.

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The Weekend December 22 8a: The Two Doges Dec 22, 2024

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There are some fresh faces in taking over as ranking members in some key House Committees. Congresswoman Angie Craig talks about her new upcoming role as ranking member of the Agriculture Committee. Plus, Acting Labor Secretary Julie Su discusses President Biden's legacy with union workers and labor.

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The Weekend December 21 9a: The Billionaire Butts In Dec 21, 2024

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Is Elon Musk vying for the Speaker's gavel? He's making the calls and spending the money like he may want to spend his time on Capitol Hill. NBC's Congressional Correspondent Julie Tsirkin and The New York Times technology reporter and co-author of the book, Character Limit, Kate Conger, talk about Musk's string pulling in DC. Plus, the former chair of the Congressional Black Caucus, Congresswoman Joyce Beatty, on Democrats' reaction to the week that was.

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The Weekend December 21 8a: "Musky Little Mouse" Dec 21, 2024

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Congress narrowly avoids a government shutdown, and now the fingers are being pointed. Illinois Congressman Sean Casten talks about what this past week means for Speaker Mike Johnson's already tenuous future. Plus, former Governor Martin O'Malley talks about his bid for DNC chair.

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The Weekend December 15 9a: “The Brand Is Broken” Dec 15, 2024

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DNC Chair candidate Ben Wikler discusses his vision to lead the party into the future after its stinging Election Day defeat. Plus, Lisa Rubin on the potential chilling effect from ABC News’ settlement with Donald Trump.

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