Logo for The Politics Hour with Kojo Nnamdi

The Politics Hour with Kojo Nnamdi

WAMU 88.5

Join Kojo and resident analyst Tom Sherwood on Fridays at noon for our weekly review of the politics, policies and personalities in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia. Each week Kojo and Tom help make sense of legislation, hold elected officials accountable and provide in-depth analysis of local issues and elections. The Politics Hour is also a vital forum for Washingtonians to engage directly with their local leaders.

© 2021 WAMU

Join Kojo and resident analyst Tom Sherwood on Fridays at noon for our weekly review of the politics, policies and personalities in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia. Each week Kojo and Tom help make sense of legislation, hold elected officials accountable and provide in-depth analysis of local issues and elections. The Politics Hour is also a vital forum for Washingtonians to engage directly with their local leaders.

© 2021 WAMU
8hr 8min
Thumbnail for "The Politics Hour: Local lawmakers on what Trump's executive actions mean for the region".
D.C. Council Chair Phil Mendelson on President Trump's executive action requiring federal workers to return full time to the office. Plus, Montgomery County Council President Kate Stewart on how the county will manage the federal government's threat of mass deportations.
Thumbnail for "The Politics Hour: Rep. Jamie Raskin on President Trump’s push to shrink the federal workforce".
A federal judge paused the Trump administration's "deferred resignation" offer hours before the Thursday deadline. What does it mean for the region and what are lawmakers doing to help local federal workers.
Thumbnail for "The Politics Hour: Local leaders give us the latest on the deadly plane crash at DCA".
U.S. Senator Mark Warner gives the latest updates on the deadly plane crash at National Airport. Plus, Prince George's County Councilmember Wala Blegay on the push to shrink the federal workforce and D.C. Councilmember Charles Allen on what a federal funding freeze could mean for the District.
Thumbnail for "The Politics Hour: Regional leaders weigh in on inauguration security and the future of local federal workers".
U.S. Capitol Police Chief Tom Manger and D.C. Deputy Mayor of Public Safety Lindsey Appiah on inauguration preparations. Plus, Virginia Rep. Gerry Connolly and Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen on what a second Trump term means for local federal workers.
Thumbnail for "The Politics Hour: The latest from Maryland and Virginia’s legislative sessions".
Maryland House Majority Leader David Moon on the projected $3 billion budget gap. Plus, Virginia Senate Majority Whip Barbara Favola talks tax cuts, a Tysons Corner casino, and constitutional amendments.
Thumbnail for "The Politics Hour: U.S. Senator Tim Kaine and D.C. Councilmember Kenyan McDuffie".
D.C. Councilmember Kenyan McDuffie on recommending to expel Ward 8 councilmember Trayon White and what's next for the RFK Stadium site. Plus, a panel of local politics reporters talks 2024's top stories and what to expect in 2025.
Thumbnail for "The Politics Hour: Metro General Manager Randy Clarke on automated trains and increasing ridership".
Metro General Manager Randy Clarke on the need to expand service, how automating trains saves money, and what a return-to-office mandate for federal workers could mean for Metro.
Thumbnail for "The Politics Hour: Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich and Alexandria Mayor Justin Wilson".
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich on why cutting federal agencies could mean a tax increase for county residents. Plus, Alexandria Mayor Justin Wilson talks about what he hopes is his lasting legacy.
Thumbnail for "The Politics Hour: Prince George County's Jolene Ivey and Congressman-elect Eugene Vindman".
Prince George's County Council Chair Jolene Ivey on the future of the new FBI headquarters and the candidates who could replace Senator-elect Angela Alsobrooks as county executive. Plus, Virginia Congressman-elect Eugene Vindman on his victory earlier this month and navigating a Republican-controlled House.
Thumbnail for "The Politics Hour: D.C. GOP Chair Patrick Mara on why Trump will be good for D.C.".
D.C. GOP Chairman Patrick Mara on why a Trump presidency will be a good thing for the District. Plus, Ward 3 Councilmember Matt Frumin discusses on how city officials are preparing for another Trump adminstration.

The Politics Hour: Local lawmakers on what Trump's executive actions mean for the region

Thumbnail for "The Politics Hour: Local lawmakers on what Trump's executive actions mean for the region".
January 24, 202550min 28sec

President Trump issued a slew of executive actions in his first few days in office focused on federal workers. That includes requiring a return to full-time to in-person work and making it easier for the executive branch to replace civil servants with political appointees. D.C. Council Chair Phil Mendelson and Montgomery County Council President Kate Stewart joined us to weigh in and discuss how the president's actions may impact residents in our region.

Plus, Chair Mendelson discussed a new U.S. Attorney for D.C., the Council's pending decision on expelling Ward 8 Councilmember Trayon White, and what's next for the RFK Stadium site

Like Virginia's suburbs, Montgomery County is devising a plan to build more affordable housing. The Attainable Housing Strategies initiative recommends zoning changes in some single-family neighborhoods to allow for more construction of duplexes, triplexes, and small apartment buildings. But not every elected county leader agrees with the plan. Council President Stewart gave us her take on the latest on the debate. Plus, we asked her to share thoughts on Maryland Governor Wes Moore's plan to bridge a three billion dollar budget gap.

Become a member of WAMU: wamu.org/donate

Send us questions and comments for guests: kojo@wamu.org

Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/wamu885

Thumbnail for "The Politics Hour: Local lawmakers on what Trump's executive actions mean for the region".
The Politics Hour: Local lawmakers on what Trump's executive actions mean for the region
00:00
50:28