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Washington Journal for Thursday, June 21

Washington, DC

Ed O'Keefe, Washington Post, "2Chambers" Blogger

Topic: President Obama’s invocation of executive privilege in the Fast & Furious case. Guest will answer questions about presidential power and tensions between the White House and Congress.

Rep. Niki Tsongas (D-MA), Armed Services Committee Member

Topic:  Congresswoman will weigh in on news of the day including the contempt vote for Attorney General Eric Holder and the White House invocation of executive privilege. She’ll also talk about issues related to women in the military and the possible impact of sequestration on defense.  She can reflect on the political philosophy of her late husband Senator Paul Tsongas who was known as a pro-business Democrat.

Rep. Michele Bachmann (R-MN), Former Presidential Candidate

Topic: Ahead of the Supreme Court’s decision on the Affordable Care Act, a discussion on the Act & how Congressional Republicans are preparing.  Guest will discuss her efforts to combat Medicaid fraud, as well as her thoughts on the current political climate.

Updated: Thursday, June 28, 2012 at 1:54pm (ET)

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