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The insurrection at the U.S. Capitol Wednesday was unlike anything the country has seen. Some members of Congress have called for President Trump's impeachment. Nine Trump Administration officials have resigned. Was this a major turning point in American politics? Plus, how QAnon fueled Wednesday’s riot. And, China's crackdown on democracy. Guests: Axios' Jim VandeHei, Dan Primack and Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian. Credits: "Axios Today" is produced in partnership with Pushkin Industries. The team includes Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Dan Bobkoff, Carol Wu, Cara Shillenn, Nuria Marquez Martinez, Naomi Shavin and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. Go deeper: Republicans enabled Trump. Then, a few strangled him With Hong Kong arrests, China outlaws democracy itself Inside the insurrection Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

8 Jan 202110min

A mob incited by President Donald Trump overran the U.S. Capitol building Wednesday as lawmakers were planning to certify President-elect Joe Biden's election. Guests: Axios' Margaret Talev, Alayna Treene and Jonathan Swan. Credits: "Axios Today" is produced in partnership with Pushkin Industries. The team includes Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Dan Bobkoff, Carol Wu, Cara Shillenn, Nuria Marquez Martinez, Naomi Shavin and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. Go deeper: Republicans consider drastic options to stop Trump Some Republicans reverse course, no longer object to Biden certification Inside the room as a pro-Trump mob stormed the U.S. Capitol Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

7 Jan 202111min

Members of Congress will meet today in a joint session to officially count electoral votes for the presidential election. This happens every four years after every presidential election. This year, it's getting much more attention because of the dozens of senators and House Republicans, planning to object to the electoral results from battleground States like Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Georgia. Plus, Mike Allen's takeaways from the Georgia Senate runoff. And, the cold war of disinformation. Guests: Harvard University constitutional law professor Noah Feldman, and Axios' Sara Fischer and Mike Allen. Credits: "Axios Today" is produced in partnership with Pushkin Industries. The team includes Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Dan Bobkoff, Carol Wu, Cara Shillenn, Nuria Marquez Martinez, Naomi Shavin and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. Go deeper: Sen. Amy Klobuchar on the presidential certification circus Trump era drives largest-ever party divide in media trust Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

6 Jan 202110min

It's been about a month since the first COVID-19 vaccines were approved in the United States. The goal was to vaccinate 20 million Americans by the end of 2020, but less than a quarter of them have actually received their first dose. Some public health officials are suggesting that more people should receive first doses now even if that will delay the second. What does the science say about that? Plus, Dominion Voting Systems' CEO on its plans to sue for defamation. And, what should video chat look like in 2021? Guests: Axios' Marisa Fernandez, Ina Fried and Dominion Voting Systems CEO John Poulos. Credits: "Axios Today" is produced in partnership with Pushkin Industries. The team includes Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Dan Bobkoff, Carol Wu, Cara Shillenn, Nuria Marquez Martinez, Naomi Shavin and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. Go deeper: America's vaccine rollout: What went wrong Dominion plans to sue Sidney Powell, doesn't rule out Trump 2021 will demand new kinds of video conferencing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

5 Jan 202110min

It's a busy first week of the year in American politics. On Wednesday, dozens of Republican members of Congress are planning to rebel against GOP leadership and refuse to certify Joe Biden's Electoral College victory in the presidential race. At the same time, protesters are converging on Washington, D.C. And: President Trump is still trying to change the outcome of the presidential election. Plus, record early turnout ahead of Tuesday's runoff elections in Georgia. And, the future of the United Kingdom as Brexit takes effect. Guests: Axios' Alayna Treene, Felix Salmon and The Cook Political Report's Jessica Taylor. Credits: "Axios Today" is produced in partnership with Pushkin Industries. The team includes Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Dan Bobkoff, Carol Wu, Cara Shillenn, Nuria Marquez Martinez, Naomi Shavin and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. Go deeper: Inside the GOP rebellion Trump's powers backfire Georgia runoffs: 3 things to watch Post-Brexit Britain arrives Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

4 Jan 202110min

The coronavirus pandemic, the presidential election and the surge of Black Lives Matter protests were without a doubt the year's biggest stories. We dive into this unprecedented year and look ahead to what 2021 could bring. Guests: Axios' Margaret Talev and Mike Allen. Credits: "Axios Today" is produced in partnership with Pushkin Industries. The team includes Niala Boodhoo, Erica Pandey, Carol Wu, Cara Shillenn, Nuria Marquez Martinez, Dan Bobkoff, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alex Sugiura and Naomi Shavin. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. Go deeper: The relentless 2020 news cycle in one chart What we're watching in 2021 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

30 Dec 20209min

Vice President-elect Kamala Harris' place in the White House alongside Joe Biden is a historic development for America. This episode is a special deep dive into the nation's understanding about identity — and how Harris' vice presidency could help change how we talk about race and ethnicity. Guests: Axios' Courtenay Brown, UC Riverside political scientist Karthick Ramakrishnan and Pew Research Center's Mark Lopez. Credits: "Axios Today" is produced in partnership with Pushkin Industries. The team includes Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Dan Bobkoff, Carol Wu, Cara Shillenn, Nuria Marquez Martinez, Naomi Shavin and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. Go deeper: Kamala Harris inspires new race conversation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

29 Dec 202010min

In the 8 weeks since the presidential election, the vast majority of Republicans in Congress have remained loyal to President Trump - which means they've also spent almost two months ignoring the election results. Axios' Trump Loyalty Index shows this reaction to the president's behavior isn't a new thing. It's actually been a constant over the last four years. Plus, what loyalty to President Trump could look like after he leaves the Oval Office. Guests: Axios' Juliet Bartz and Jonathan Swan. Credits: "Axios Today" is produced in partnership with Pushkin Industries. The team includes Niala Boodhoo, Carol Wu, Cara Shillenn, Nuria Marquez Martinez, Dan Bobkoff, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alex Sugiura and Naomi Shavin. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. Go deeper: Axios' Trump Loyalty Index: Trumpiest senator back on ballot Always Trumpers: The president’s unbreakable wall Scoop: Trump's frenetic, fanciful, bitter final plea Trump turns on everyone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

28 Dec 202010min