This Week with George Stephanopoulos

ABC’s Jonathan Karl speaks with Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey about ongoing protests in the city, the federal response, and a recent Justice Department investigation involving Frey and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz; New Jersey Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill joins Karl to discuss President Trump’s actions toward states like New Jersey, concerns over federal interference, and her priorities as governor-elect; Senator Chris Van Hollen sits down with Karl to talk about national political and policy issues, including the rule of law and due process; Rep. Michael McCaul speaks with Karl about U.S. foreign policy concerns, warning that a potential U.S. military invasion of Greenland could undermine NATO, along with broader national security and geopolitical tensions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ABC's Martha Raddatz speaks with Minnesota’s Senator Tina Smith in the aftermath of the fatal ICE shooting of a Minneapolis woman earlier this week; As President Trump focuses on Venezuela and Greenland, Senator Rand Paul joins Martha Raddatz to discuss the Senate’s latest effort to rein in the president’s ability to deploy U.S. troops in Venezuela. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

U.S. Senator and Secretary of State Marco Rubio shares insights on the recent capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, focusing on the U.S. strategy in the region and the complexities of the oil quarantine. Aaron Katursky updates listeners from the Brooklyn detention center about Maduro's indictment and expected legal proceedings. They delve into U.S. interactions with Venezuelan authorities and the potential for Western oil companies to rebuild Venezuela’s oil industry. Discussions also touch on legal concerns and the political implications of these actions.

'I'm busy and focused on winning the House for the Democrats' in 2026: Pelosi; 'You can't be America first and be pro-Russia': Rep. Turner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

House Democratic Leader Rep. Hakeem Jeffries sits down with Jon Karl about his party’s push to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits for millions of Americans with the subsidies set to expire on December 31; Jon Karl interviews Republican Senator Rand Paul about the ongoing health care battle on Capitol Hill and President Trump’s primetime speech on affordability amid slumping approval ratings over his handling of the economy; Influential radio host Charlamagne tha God sits down with Jon Karl for a conversation about the first year of Trump’s second term, his perspective on how Americans view both Republicans and Democrats in Washington, and the road ahead for Democrats in 2026 and 2028. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ABC's Martha Raddatz interviews Senate Intelligence Committee Vice Chair Mark Warner about President Trump’s seizure of an oil tanker near Venezuela – and what it means for the pressure campaign against Nicolas Maduro; Martha Raddatz travels to Albuquerque, New Mexico, to report on the deployment of National Guard troops in the Democratic-run city and state. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

George Stephanopoulos speaks with the top Democrat on the House Armed Services committee Rep. Adam Smith after he watched fuller video of the military’s controversial strikes on an alleged drug boat in the Caribbean; Machine Research Institute President Nate Soares, co-author of the new book “If Anyone Builds It, Everyone Dies" talks about the potential dangers of artificial superintelligence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sec. Kristi Noem joins ABC's Jon Karl to discuss the latest updates in the shooting of two West Virginia National Guard members in Washington, DC, and President Trump’s response on immigration policy; Rep. Don Bacon discusses the fallout from the shooting of two members of the National Guard in D.C., and the Pentagon’s threat to prosecute Sen. Mark Kelly after he urged U.S. troops to defy any illegal orders on This Week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

U.S. Senator Elissa Slotkin, a former intelligence official, discusses the security threats following President Trump's controversial posts and the implications for military orders. She emphasizes the need for transparency regarding U.S. military actions near Venezuela. Republican Rep. Michael McCaul shares insights on the complicated Ukraine proposal, urging flexibility in negotiations while addressing the significance of security guarantees. Both guests navigate the tense political landscape shaped by Trump's rhetoric and foreign policy decisions.

In this discussion, Kevin Hassett, former economic advisor, analyzes how the White House plans to tackle inflation and recent tariff rollbacks. Senator Chris Murphy dives into the political repercussions of the government shutdown and the unified front within the Democratic Party. Meanwhile, Congressman Thomas Massie shares his efforts to release Epstein-related documents and speculates on the political motivations behind Trump’s stance. The conversation interweaves economic policies, party dynamics, and pressing legal issues shaping today's landscape.