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WSJ Opinion: Potomac Watch

From the award-winning opinion pages of The Wall Street Journal, Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel, Bill McGurn and Kyle Peterson discuss the latest from Washington. Get critical perspective and the analysis you need on developments from the nation’s capital. Join them every weekday. Send your feedback to pwpodcast@wsj.com

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Senate Candidates Debate: Medicare for All, Tariffs, Iran and Social Security Oct 09, 2026

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What did voters learn from TV showdowns in Michigan, Maine and Iowa? Republicans are on defense about tariffs, while Democrats struggle to explain abolishing health insurance. Meantime, Abdul El-Sayed won't say Iran is a bigger threat than Israel.

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Marco Rubio Hails the Accomplishments of Western Civilization Oct 08, 2026

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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio delivers a speech in Greece defending the achievements of Western civilization. Plus, riots break out across France over school conditions, and the country’s gloomy economic outlook looms large over the protests.

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Can Anduril Help Fix American Shipbuilding? Oct 07, 2026

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The defense technology company is betting it can speed up production of U.S. Navy attack submarines. Christian Brose of Anduril joins Kate B. Odell to unpack the new venture announced this week with the Trump Administration.

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Justice Samuel Alito on Originalism, ‘Speechifying’ Colleagues, and Media Caricatures Oct 06, 2026

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In a wide-ranging interview, Justice Alito talks about his legal approach; his decision to sit out the Suncor v. Boulder County climate case; the "very unfair" media portrayals; and threats to the Court that he sees as historically unprecedented.

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Sen. Thom Tillis on Losing Friends, Antagonizing Trump, and the GOP’s Future Oct 05, 2026

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As he eyes retirement, the North Carolinian reflects on his biggest regret, tussles with President Trump, worries for Republicans in the midterms, views on JD Vance vs. Marco Rubio, and his new book, “How to Lose Friends and Antagonize Presidents.”

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Pete Hegseth Says ‘No Beardos, No Weirdos’ / Donald Trump’s AI Safety Accord Oct 02, 2026

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The Defense Secretary's speech to the troops includes a welcome focus on drone warfare, but he also picks cultural fights that drown out his larger message. Plus, Donald Trump gathers tech leaders to sign a “morally binding” pact on controls.

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Justice Alito Recuses From the Supreme Court’s Big Climate Case Oct 01, 2026

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Can cities and counties sue oil companies for global climate change? The Supreme Court is starting a new term with case asking that question, Suncor v. Boulder County. Alas, Justice Samuel Alito now says he'll recuse, which could lead to a 4-4 split.

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The Democratic ‘Affordability’ Ruse Sep 30, 2026

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Democratic candidates are running on the high cost of living, but their policy plans would drive up the cost of groceries, gas and houses. Plus, do Democrats really regret the excesses of “woke”?

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How Senate Republicans Frame the Midterms / Pope Leo Draws 800,000 in France Sep 29, 2026

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The Senate debates college sports, data centers, and stock trading, as the GOP tries to send a final message to voters before the November election. Plus, Pope Leo gets a warm welcome in secular Paris, as he speaks on AI, assisted suicide, and more.

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An Inside Look at the Drone War in Ukraine Sep 28, 2026

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The war in Ukraine has demonstrated how modern warfare is changing by using data and drones. Jillian Melchior tells Paul Gigot about what she saw at a command center in Ukraine and how the U.S. military can learn from what's happening in Europe.

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