The Weeknight

‘This Is Not Accountability’

Episode Summary

As Trump’s D.C. takeover enters its second week, hundreds more National Guard troops around the country are being rushed into the capital — doubling the military force on the ground. The Weeknight Hosts and guests break it down.

Episode Notes

August 18, 2025 8p: Rep. Jamie Raskin joins The Weeknight to respond to escalating militarization efforts in our nation’s capital. Plus, The DOJ says it will begin providing Epstein-related records to the House Oversight Committee on Friday. Jack Scarola, attorney for roughly 20 Epstein victims and who said the DOJ is not “interested in transparency” joins The Weeknight to discuss.

 

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