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The Week on the Hill
by WTOP | Hubbard Radio
The Week On The Hill takes a closer look at the biggest developments in Congress and Washington, and what they mean to you. Each week, WTOP Capitol Hill Correspondent Mitchell Miller provides listeners with a roadmap of what's ahead on the political horizon.
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The Week on the Hill - Jan. 20, 2023
The clock is now ticking on a showdown involving House Republicans and the White House over the debt limit, which could eventually affect your 401(k). And the U.S. Senate returns into session next week, as both parties start looking at the political map for 2024. WTOP’s Capitol Hill Correspondent...
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The Week on the Hill - Jan. 13, 2023
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy now presides over a slim Republican majority. But his conference and committee chairs are flexing their political muscle, as President Joe Biden gets off to a rocky start to 2023, due to the discovery of classified documents linked to him after he served as vice...
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The Week on the Hill - Dec. 30, 2022
Members of the 118th Congress will soon be sworn in and some major changes are coming, as Republicans retake power in the U.S. House. The GOP lawmaker who wants to become the next House Speaker, Kevin McCarthy, is still working to lock down enough votes to ascend to the leadership position.…
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The Week on the Hill - Dec 23, 2022
The 117th Congress finally passed a $1.7 trillion omnibus bill to avert a government shutdown, right before Christmas. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has wrapped up her longtime tenure as the Democratic leader, while the House’s top Republican Kevin McCarthy, is still trying to get enough GOP votes…
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The Week on the Hill - Dec. 16, 2022
Congress has bought itself some time, but still faces a Dec. 23 deadline to again avoid a government shutdown and reach an agreement on a $1.7 trillion spending plan. The Jan. 6 committee is preparing to release its final report. WTOP’s Capitol Hill Correspondent Mitchell Miller has “The Week on...
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The Week on the Hill - Dec. 9, 2022
Democrats are dealt a political blow in the Senate, and a top Republican is still scrambling to get enough votes to become the next Speaker of the House. WTOP’s Capitol Hill Correspondent Mitchell Miller has “The Week on the Hill.” See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California...
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The Week on the Hill - Dec. 2, 2022
Congress quickly approved legislation to avert a rail strike, but lawmakers have a long list of issues to address in the coming weeks. And that includes avoiding a government shutdown, as Republicans prepare to retake the House and Democrats move forward with a new leadership team. WTOP’s Capitol...
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The Week on the Hill - Nov. 18, 2022
Republicans will take over the U.S. House and it’s the end of a political era for Democrats, as House Speaker Nancy Pelosi steps aside for a new generation of leaders in the wake of the midterm elections. WTOP’s Capitol Hill Correspondent Mitchell Miller has “The Week on the Hill.” See Privacy...
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The Week on the Hill - Nov. 11, 2022
Control of Congress remains in flux, days after the midterm elections. The voting will continue in several states this weekend, and there’s already a new campaign underway for the undecided U.S. Senate seat in Georgia. WTOP’s Capitol Hill Correspondent Mitchell Miller has “The Week on the Hill.”...
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The Week on the Hill - Nov. 4, 2022
The final push is on for votes in the midterm elections, with control of the U.S. Senate hanging in the balance and the U.S. House likely to follow historical precedent. WTOP’s Capitol Hill correspondent Mitchell Miller has "The Week on the Hill." See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy…
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The Week on the Hill - Oct. 21, 2022
Just over two weeks ahead of the midterm elections, tight races make it anyone’s guess who will control the U.S. Senate, which will likely turn on just a handful of contests. WTOP’s Capitol Hill Correspondent Mitchell Miller has “The Week on the Hill.” See Privacy Policy at...
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The Week on the Hill - Oct. 14, 2022
The Jan. 6 committee will soon start to compile its final report, following its latest – and likely last – public hearing. The panel has been investigating the attack on the U.S. Capitol and efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election for well over a year, compiling mountains of evidence....
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The Week on the Hill - Oct. 7, 2022
The midterm elections are only a month away and the battle for control of the U.S. Senate is intensifying in several key races. WTOP’s Capitol Hill Correspondent Mitchell Miller has “The Week on the Hill.” See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...
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The Week on the Hill - Sept. 30, 2022
Congress again went down to the wire, but approved a short-term spending bill to avoid a government shutdown before lawmakers left Washington to campaign ahead of the midterm elections. WTOP’s Capitol Hill Correspondent Mitchell Miller has “The Week on the Hill.” See Privacy Policy at...
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The Week on the Hill - Sept. 23, 2022
Congressional Republicans and Democrats seem more divided than ever and the differences will become only more stark in the weeks leading up to the midterm elections. But a bipartisan interest in beer has brought some of them together. WTOP’s Capitol Hill Correspondent Mitchell Miller has “The…
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The Week on the Hill - Sept. 16, 2022
The midterm elections are getting closer and political rhetoric is ratcheting up in Congress on hot-button issues, as Democrats and Republicans press their arguments to voters over which party should hold power in the U.S. House and Senate. WTOP’s Capitol Hill Correspondent Mitchell Miller has…
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The Week on the Hill - Sept. 9, 2022
Congress will once again be staring down the threat of a government shutdown, without swift action in the coming weeks. And the chair of Senate Intelligence Committee discusses his concerns about the latest developments involving classified documents at former President Trump’s Mar-a-Lago home....
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The Week on the Hill - Aug. 5, 2022
After close to a year of trying, Senate Democrats believe they are poised to pass a major new economic plan addressing issues including climate change, energy and health care. The Senate will be working through the weekend as lawmakers try to reach a final vote through budget reconciliation…
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The Week on the Hill - July 22, 2022
The Jan. 6 select committee has presented extensive testimony related to the attack on the U.S. Capitol, including accounts from former aides who say former President Donald Trump did virtually nothing as the mob fought with Capitol Police. But the panel says its eight public hearings don’t mark...
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The Week on the Hill - July 15, 2022
Your costly trips to the grocery store and the gas station could have a big impact on the midterm elections. Congressional Republicans are hammering Democrats on the issue of inflation, but they’re keeping an eye on former President Donald Trump’s plans for 2024, which could also have an impact…
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The Week on the Hill - July 8, 2022
President Joe Biden sought to show that he’s committed to abortion rights, signing an executive order on Friday, and criticizing the Supreme Court’s recent decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. It’s an effort to address Democrats’ concerns that he’s not doing enough to deal with the issue, which is…
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The Week on the Hill - July 1, 2022
The latest Jan. 6 hearing related to the attack on the U.S. Capitol was the most explosive to date, and there will be more testimony in the weeks ahead. The House select committee is also concerned about the possibility of witness tampering as it moves forward. WTOP’s Capitol Hill Correspondent...
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The Week on the Hill - June 17, 2022
More Jan. 6 hearings will be held in the coming week. Lawmakers on the panel have indicated they believe former President Donald Trump broke the law with actions that culminated in the attack on the U.S. Capitol. But it remains unclear if he will ultimately face any criminal charges. WTOP’s…
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The Week on the Hill -- June 3, 2022
President Biden has stepped up pressure on Congress to approve gun legislation in the wake of the latest mass shootings, as lawmakers prepare to return into session. But familiar hurdles remain, even as the killing continues and a Texas community buries children gunned down in their elementary...
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The Week on the Hill - May 27, 2022
Congress – and the nation – are once again reeling in response to a mass shooting. This time, it’s the massacre at a Texas elementary school that claimed the lives of 19 children and two teachers. Senate talks have began on gun legislation, but in light of past failed efforts, it’s unlikely new...
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The Week on the Hill: May 20, 2022
The baby formula shortage in the U.S. has left many parents scrambling to feed their infants. It’s an issue that caught many by surprise and some members of Congress say that’s inexcusable. But while lawmakers have taken legislative action, store shelves aren’t going to be restocked overnight....
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The Week on the Hill - May 13, 2022
Senate Democrats and Republicans agree that it’s critical to quickly approve nearly $40 billion in aid for Ukraine. But that aid package has been brought to a screeching halt by a single lawmaker. A deeper look into how that can happen from WTOP’s Capitol Hill Correspondent Mitchell Miller, “The...
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The Week on the Hill - May 6, 2022
The unprecedented leak of a U.S. Supreme Court draft decision involving Roe v. Wade has led to an upcoming Senate vote related to abortion rights. The political shockwaves are still rocking Washington, as Democrats and Republicans try to assess how the pending high court decision will affect the...
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The Week on the Hill - April 29, 2022
Congress has approved legislation aimed at speeding more military equipment to Ukraine, as lawmakers begin to consider the White House’s massive new aid package for Kyiv. And House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy weathers the latest political storm related to Jan. 6. WTOP’s Capitol Hill...
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The Week on the Hill - April 22, 2022
Congress is about to return into session amid the political intrigue swirling around House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy, due to the release of audio involving him, former President Donald Trump and the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. WTOP’s Capitol Hill Correspondent Mitchell Miller has “The...
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The Week on the Hill - April 8, 2022
Ketanji Brown Jackson made history as the first Black woman confirmed to the U.S. Supreme Court. But broadly bipartisan Senate votes for a president’s high court nominee are themselves -- history. WTOP’s Capitol Hill Correspondent Mitchell Miller has “The Week on the Hill.” See Privacy Policy at...
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Week on the Hill - April 1, 2022
President Joe Biden is struggling to ease Americans’ pain at the gas pump, while congressional Democrats put forward a flurry of legislative proposals. WTOP spoke with Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and Virginia Rep. Abigail Spanberger about gas prices and infrastructure initiatives, as...
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The Week on the Hill: March 25, 2022
Supreme Court nominee Ketanji Brown Jackson faces key votes involving her confirmation in the coming weeks, following some grueling questioning before the Senate Judiciary Committee. WTOP’s Capitol Hill Correspondent Mitchell Miller has “The Week on the Hill.” See Privacy Policy at...
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The Week on the Hill - March 18, 2022
Members of Congress stand ready to keep providing Ukraine as much military equipment as it needs, while the country battles Russia. Their support has only been solidified by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s wartime, virtual address to lawmakers. WTOP’s Capitol Hill Correspondent Mitchell...
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The Week on the Hill - March 11, 2022
The U.S. and its allies keep turning the economic screws on Russia, and Congress has approved billions of dollars in assistance for Ukraine. But while there's been bipartisan support to help Ukraine in its struggle against the Russian invasion, lawmakers are sharply divided over who's to blame…
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The Week on the Hill - March 4, 2022
There’s growing concern in Congress over Russia’s continuing military advance across Ukraine, as well as the takeover of Europe’s largest nuclear plant. Lawmakers are vowing to take every step necessary to punish Russian leader Vladimir Putin. WTOP’s Capitol Hill Correspondent Mitchell Miller has...
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The Week on the Hill - Feb. 18, 2022
President Joe Biden says he's convinced Russian President Vladimir Putin has decided to invade Ukraine. Russia aggression against Ukraine has galvanized the U.S. and its European allies. Virginia Sen. Mark Warner, chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee, weighs in on the threat moving...
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The Week on the Hill - Feb. 11, 2022
President Joe Biden’s approval rating keeps falling as prices at the grocery store and gas pump keep rising with inflation. The White House and Congress are trying to address the issue, along with supply chain challenges, but solutions seem to be scarce. WTOP’s Capitol Hill Correspondent Mitchell...
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The Week on the Hill: Feb. 4, 2022
A congressional committee is cranking up the heat on the NFL to provide more information about the investigation into sexual harassment of women who worked for the newly renamed Washington Commanders football team. Why is Congress involved and what are the issues? WTOP’s Capitol Hill…
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The Week on the Hill: Jan. 21, 2022
The White House and congressional Democrats are trying to regroup after recent legislative setbacks to get President Joe Biden’s domestic agenda back on track. So, what’s ahead? WTOP’s Mitchell Miller has “The Week on the Hill.” See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California…
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The Week on the Hill - Jan. 14, 2022
The U.S. Senate will begin debate on voting rights and rule changes to the filibuster after the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday. That’s despite the fact that the Democrats’ voting rights legislation currently can’t pass. And it follows a rough week for President Joe Biden. WTOP’s Mitchell Miller…
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The Week on the Hill - Jan. 7, 2022
Vice President Kamala Harris speaks with WTOP. In her interview with Capitol Hill correspondent Mitchell Miller, she discussed Jan. 6, former Vice President Mike Pence and the Biden administration’s ongoing efforts to deal with the coronavirus. A unique start to 2022 and “The Week on the Hill.”…
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The Week on the Hill - Dec. 17, 2021
President Biden will have to wait until the New Year to see if Senate Democrats can pass his Build Back Better plan. But the Jan. 6 House select committee is pressing ahead with its investigation into the attack on the Capitol, with – and without – cooperation from witnesses. WTOP Capitol Hill...
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The Week on the Hill - Dec. 10, 2021
Congress keeps cranking up pressure on social media companies to be more responsive to parents’ concerns about kids getting addicted to their apps. But are lawmakers making progress? Also, Washington says a final farewell to one of the last “lions of the Senate.” WTOP Capitol Hill Correspondent...
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The Week on the Hill - Dec. 3, 2021
The federal government remains open, though it nearly shut down – yet again. Why is Congress so dysfunctional when it comes to passing a yearly budget and what’s ahead now that lawmakers have gotten past their latest political crisis? WTOP Capitol Hill Correspondent Mitchell Miller has “The Week…
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The Week on the Hill - Nov. 19, 2021
After months of debate and drama, the House has passed President Joe Biden’s nearly $2 trillion Build Back Better bill. It’s a significant legislative victory for Democratic lawmakers as they begin their Thanksgiving break. But the legislation is expected to undergo major changes when it’s taken…
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The Week on the Hill - Nov. 5. 2021
House Democrats hoped to leave Washington this week after passing both President Joe Biden’s Build Back Better plan, as well as the bipartisan infrastructure bill. But internal party struggles continue to cause delays. And it’s been a rough week for Democratic leaders, who are also trying to come...
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The Week on the Hill - Oct. 29, 2021
Congressional Democrats are closer than ever to an agreement to pass the two key parts of President Joe Biden's ambitious domestic agenda. But there's unease over the failure to pass the bipartisan infrastructure bill ahead of next week's elections. WTOP Capitol Hill Correspondent Mitchell Miller...
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The Week on the Hill - Oct. 22, 2021
Congressional Democrats have made major progress on a scaled-back version of President Joe Biden’s social spending plan. Lawmakers have had to make a lot of tradeoffs to get the cost down to close to $2 trillion, and there is more work to be done. WTOP Capitol Hill Correspondent Mitchell Miller…
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The Week on the Hill - Oct. 15, 2021
Congress is about to return into session and Democrats are still trying to agree on exactly how much they can spend on President Joe Biden’s “Build Back Better” plan. The president is continuing to tout the plan, but lawmakers are still far apart on its final price tag. WTOP Capitol Hill...
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The Week On The Hill takes a closer look at the biggest developments in Congress and Washington, and what they mean to you. Each week, WTOP Capitol Hill Correspondent Mitchell Miller provides listeners with a roadmap of what's ahead on the political horizon.
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