The Axe Files with David Axelrod Ep. 581 — George Stephanopoulos
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May 23, 2024 George Stephanopoulos, author of 'The Situation Room: The Inside Story of Presidents in Crisis,' discusses the historic White House Situation Room, failed missions shaping presidencies, and media responsibility in covering Donald Trump in the 2024 election.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Inside the White House Situation Room
01:40 • 15min
Tensions and Bold Moves
16:58 • 4min
Reflections on Nixon and Brezhnev's Uncontrolled State
20:55 • 3min
Presidential Decisions and High-Stakes Missions
23:48 • 13min
Presidential Announcement and Afghanistan Withdrawal Reflections
37:01 • 3min
Challenges of Misinformation and Polarization in American Democracy
40:12 • 12min
Reflections on the Significance of White House Roles and Responsibilities
52:28 • 2min