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On this week's episode of 'The Saturday Show with Jonathan Capehart': A week of unprecedented developments in Donald Trump’s legal odyssey. Tabloid testimony in his hush-money election-interference criminal trial and stunning arguments before the Supreme Court as Trump continues his quest for total immunity, regardless of his actions. Legal analysts Anthony Coley and Renato Mariotti break down the significance of the proceedings. And chaos erupts on campuses across the country. As pro-Palestinian protests spread, we'll take a closer look at what's fueling them and what happens when politicians like House Speaker Mike Johnson enter the divide. Colin Jost and President Biden are set to deliver punchlines at tonight's White House Correspondents Dinner. David Litt, former Obama speech writer, explains what it's like to write those jokes, and which ones work best. All that and more on “The Saturday Show with Jonathan Capehart.”

On this week's episode of 'The Sunday Show with Jonathan Capehart': Tomorrow morning, Donald Trump will become the first former American president to face a jury of his peers in a criminal trial. And that's just days before the Supreme Court considers his claim of presidential immunity. It’s a decision that could be a game-changer in legal efforts to hold him accountable. Glenn Kirschner and Mark Joseph Stern will break down the monumental week ahead. Now that the House has finally passed aid for Ukraine, we'll take a closer look at what it will really take to keep Putin and other autocrats in check. Retired General and former NATO Supreme Allied Commander Wesley Clark tells me his advice for the President. Plus, new NBC News polling shows President Biden's approval rating inching higher and his race against Donald Trump getting tighter. NBC's Mark Murray and pollster Celinda Lake explain the story behind the numbers. All that and more on “The Sunday Show with Jonathan Capehart.”

On this week's episode of 'The Saturday Show with Jonathan Capehart': The House passes critical aid for Ukraine and Israel in a rare Saturday session, but it could cost Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson his job. Now Democrats may have to help save him from the likes of Marjorie Taylor Greene and others in his own party. California Rep. Robert Garcia and Punchbowl reporter Andrew Desiderio are with me to discuss the stakes. Opening statements are set for Monday in Donald Trump's criminal hush-money election-interference trial. We'll take a closer look at the jury that will decide his fate, whether Trump will testify, and the tough questions he might face if he does, with legal experts Ankush Khardori and Catherine Christian. I’ll also take a moment to mark the 25th anniversary of the deadly mass shooting at Columbine High School. I’ll talk to Dr. Jonathan Metzl about how the massacre still haunts America today. All that and more on “The Saturday Show with Jonathan Capehart.”

On this week's episode of 'The Sunday Show with Jonathan Capehart': Congress returns to work this week with a full plate of pressing issues, including growing frustration over the Israel-Hamas War, funding for Ukraine, the future of Speaker Mike Johnson and whether Democrats will help Johnson keep his job if Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene follows through on her motion to vacate. Rep. Gerry Connolly from Virginia and Rep. Ro Khanna from California share their thoughts with me. Florida’s Supreme Court cleared the way for a strict abortion ban, but also put the issue on the ballot this November. How that could shake up the presidential race as Donald Trump says he'll have something to say about abortion this week. Rep. Barbara Lee, co-chair of the Pro-Choice Caucus, tells me what's at stake. All that and more on “The Sunday Show with Jonathan Capehart.”

On this week's episode of 'The Saturday Show with Jonathan Capehart': How a deadly air strike on a humanitarian aid convoy in Gaza is changing the dynamic of President Biden’s relationship with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu. I will speak to Rep. Madeleine Dean (D-PA) about why she and other lawmakers are now calling on President Biden to put conditions on U.S. military aid for Israel. Plus, Avril Benoit of Doctors Without Borders will talk about how the deadly strike on aid workers highlights the dangers faced by relief organizations operating in Gaza. Closer to home, If Donald Trump wins the White House, he promises a nationwide roundup of undocumented immigrants and a focus on discrimination -- against white people. The person at the center of both policies: Stephen Miller. Jelani Cobb and Jean Guerrero will dive into this part of the chaos promised by Trump 2.0. All that, plus “Exvangelicals,” on “The Saturday Show with Jonathan Capehart.”

On “The Saturday Show” and “The Sunday Show,” host and Washington Post Columnist Jonathan Capehart examines the high stakes surrounding key issues affecting communities across America. Drawing upon his years of experience covering Washington politics through four presidents, Capehart cuts through the political noise to bring you compelling, in-depth interviews and unique perspectives.