Presidential Power: The Debate in Congress

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 16

PROGRAM #11051 12:00 PM PT 

Presidential Power: The Debate in Congress. 

Today, Presidents’ Day coincides with the expiration of funding for the Department of Homeland Security and with heightened congressional scrutiny over what lawmakers describe as excessive executive authority and calls to rein in presidential power. How is Congress handling the funding deadline and efforts to hold federal agencies accountable? Some are also urging Congress to reclaim its constitutional authority and act as a check on the president, who has invoked expanding war powers and launched military operations, including in Venezuela.

Guests: TBA.

The Specter of Voter Fraud. Republicans fast-tracked the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, which would require proof of citizenship to register and vote ahead of the midterm elections. Supporters argue it is necessary to protect election integrity and prevent widespread fraud. In the Senate, Democratic votes are needed, and party leaders oppose the bill, warning that it could disenfranchise millions and make voting harder. How did the vote unfold? What claims of fraud are supported by evidence—and which are not? Experts weigh in with fact-checking analysis.

Guests: TBA.

Netanyahu at the White House. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met in Washington with Donald Trump, seeking to derail U.S. agreements with Iran over its ballistic missile program amid heightened tensions in the Middle East. Trump stated he will continue talks with Tehran on nuclear matters. What happened in this meeting? Why is the focus now on Iran? Analysts examine the development, peace protests outside the White House, and the situation in Gaza and the West Bank.

Guests: TBA.

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