We look at target killings, GOP internal battles and Dept. of Justice lawsuit against S&P.

Drone Strikes, S&P Lawsuit and GOP Reinvention Washington Week with The Atlantic

Premiered February 08, 2013
Drone Strikes, S&P Lawsuit and GOP Reinvention

The Obama administration justifies the use of drones for targeted killings. Also, we examine the internal battles between establishment conservatives and the Tea Party, and Obama’s use of the bully pulpit against Congress. Plus, the Department of Justice S&P lawsuit. Joining Gwen: Carrie Johnson, NPR; Alexis Simendinger, Real Clear Politics; Beth Reinhard, National Journal; Pete Williams, NBC News

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Washington Week with The Atlantic

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