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Jonathan Karl

Chief Washington correspondent for ABC News, co-anchor of This Week, and author of Retribution: Donald Trump and the Campaign That Changed America; appears as the episode's featured guest offering reporting and analysis.

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59 snips
Oct 27, 2025 • 1h 17min

Retribution | Interview: Jonathan Karl and Declan Garvey

Jonathan Karl, a veteran political reporter and author of "Retribution," joins Declan Garvey, executive editor at The Dispatch, for a deep dive into the intricacies of Trump’s political landscape. They discuss Steve Bannon’s experiences in prison and the impact on his views. Karl shares confrontational moments with Trump, including discussions on hate speech and marketing mendacity. The conversation also explores authenticity crises within both parties and the struggles of political figures like Kamala Harris to connect with voters.
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Mar 18, 2026 • 29min

The Iran War Within MAGA

Elizabeth Schulze, ABC economics correspondent who explains consumer finance, breaks down rising credit card debt and what it means for everyday Americans. Jonathan Karl, ABC chief Washington correspondent covering national security, analyzes Iran developments, a MAGA adviser’s resignation, and fractures within the right. They also touch on blackout-stricken Cuba and debate U.S. options.
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22 snips
Apr 2, 2026 • 27min

Trump: Mission Almost Accomplished

Devin Dwyer, ABC News Washington reporter who covered the Supreme Court birthright citizenship argument. Jonathan Karl, ABC News chief Washington correspondent who analyzes White House strategy. They discuss Trump’s vague “finish the job” primetime address and what it might mean for Iran. They also cover the historic Supreme Court hearing on birthright citizenship and the legal stakes involved.
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20 snips
Mar 2, 2026 • 27min

The Ayatollah is Dead. What Now?

Colonel Stephen Ganyard, a former U.S. Marine and State Department official, offers military and strategic analysis. Jonathan Karl, ABC’s chief Washington correspondent, explains political calculations and messaging. Martha Raddatz, ABC’s global affairs correspondent, breaks down the strikes, counterattacks, regional impact, risks to U.S. forces, timing, and legal and political fallout.
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20 snips
Jan 21, 2026 • 57min

Why Donald Trump Has a Personal File on Hasan - with ABC's Jonathan Karl

Hasan Minhaj chats with Jonathan Karl, ABC News chief Washington correspondent and bestselling author known for his insights on Donald Trump. They delve into Karl's experience in the Oval Office, where he discovered a dossier on Hasan that led to a revealing conversation with Trump. Karl shares anecdotes about Trump's dual persona, from private generosity to public insults, and discusses the chilling threats to press freedom. They also explore Trump's transactional foreign policy and the implications for youth engagement in upcoming elections.
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20 snips
Nov 21, 2025 • 41min

Trump freaks out at reminder to military that he's not king

In this engaging discussion, Jonathan Karl, Chief Washington correspondent for ABC News, analyzes Trump's latest tantrum over a video reminding military members of their duty to refuse illegal orders. He explores Trump's history of threats and methods of distraction, highlighting the troubling impact on political discourse. Former Navy intelligence officer Maggie Goodlander stresses the constitutional responsibilities of lawmakers amid escalating violence and calls for bipartisanship to counter such threats. The conversation reveals the alarming entwinement of politics and military integrity.
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18 snips
Jan 17, 2026 • 25min

Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 1/16/25

Join David Sanger, a national security expert from The New York Times; Nick Schifrin, PBS NewsHour's foreign affairs correspondent; Jonathan Karl, ABC News' chief Washington correspondent; and Nancy Youssef, Pentagon correspondent for The Atlantic, as they navigate Trump’s influence on U.S. foreign policy. They discuss the halted strikes on Iran, the Pentagon’s reluctance to politicize military actions, and the growing divides within the GOP. Tune in for insights on media impacts and the shifting geopolitical landscape.
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Oct 30, 2025 • 41min

Trump sinks to new levels of petty to rewrite history of his disgrace

Jonathan Karl, ABC News chief White House correspondent and author of "Retribution," shares insights from his book on how Trump's cabinet was filled with unqualified loyalists. He delves into the flawed vetting process that prioritized loyalty over expertise. The conversation touches on Steve Bannon's influence in critical policy decisions and raises questions about Trump's potential third term. Karl also discusses ongoing political tensions, including the Senate's struggle to address government shutdowns and the implications for national security.
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Mar 5, 2026 • 29min

Torpedo Away: Historic US Strike on Iran

Jonathan Karl, a Capitol Hill correspondent, explains congressional reactions and the politics of recent primaries. James Longman, an international reporter in Iraq, covers Kurdish forces and possible ground moves near Iran. Louis Martinez, a Pentagon correspondent, describes the submarine torpedo strike and expanding air campaign. They discuss regional spillover, NATO concerns, and uncertainties about the campaign's goals.
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16 snips
Jan 30, 2026 • 28min

Is DHS Funding on Ice?

Patrick Rievel, ABC foreign correspondent covering Russia’s attacks on Ukrainian energy and winter humanitarian crises. Jonathan Karl, ABC Washington correspondent analyzing the Georgia raid and election conspiracy promotions. Allie Pekorin, Capitol Hill/ABC reporter on DHS funding fights and proposed ICE reforms. They discuss DHS funding standoffs, election office raids and conspiracy claims, and Ukraine’s energy-strike fallout.

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