We look at the state of the economy, the immigration reform push and Chuck Hagel’s hearing

U.S. Economic Recovery and Bipartisan Immigration Reform Washington Week with The Atlantic

Premiered February 01, 2013
U.S. Economic Recovery and Bipartisan Immigration Reform

With a combination of contrasting economic data, is the US economy really on the mend? Also, does the recent bipartisan push by Congress indicate a new era for immigration reform?  Plus, Chuck Hagel’s chances of becoming the next Secretary of Defense. Joining Gwen: David Wessel, Wall Street Journal; Karen Tumulty, Washington Post, Fawn Johnson, National Journal; Doyle McManus, Los Angeles Times.

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Washington Week with The Atlantic

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