RADDATZ: And, Donna, I want to ask you about the economy. Unemployment now at its lowest level in 50 years. What they need is infantry." We know you care very much about that. "There are over 500,000 Americans dead from Covid, millions of Americans out of work and this is what George has to complain about," another source said, adding, "He is truly out of touch with reality." When we give them what they -- what they can really use and ask for, they win. We would respond. Stephanopoulos reportedly threatened to leave for a rival network last year over tensions with Muir. I mean, shes -- she looked like a fool, like, somebody looking for their 15 minutes, and damaged the investigation because its -- this is no way to run a popsicle stand, much less a grand jury investigation of the former president of the United States, in one of the biggest cases, you know, in Georgia history. RADDATZ: First Lady Jill Biden speaking to "The Associated Press" in Kenya, certainly making it sound like her husband is all in to run again. There are a lot of air defenses, especially over on the border. You said, in Ukraine, while you were there, that you're seeing increasing momentum towards getting long-range missiles and F-16. I will send Abrams down the road if you send Leopards now. Which many different European countries have. This is an extraordinary event, not just for the people of East Palestine, but it has come to stand for something bigger in the country. The Republican had this exchange with host George Stephanopoulos on . BIDEN: Ive got to call her and find out. Later, Robin shared the clip to her Instagram page, writing: "Talk about waaaaay back Wednesday. And I think, if we look at the inflation picture today, the economy is, by most metrics, healthier than it was six months ago. And just this week, the secretary of the Army said they may not even get those tanks this year. That's his problem. UNIDENTIFIED MALE: We've heard at least four what appear to be strikes lighting up the night sky. U kunt uw keuzes te allen tijde wijzigen door te klikken op de links 'Privacydashboard' op onze sites en in onze apps. AIR Awareness Outreach; AIR Business Lunch & Learn; AIR Community of Kindness; AIR Dogs: Paws For Minds AIR Hero AIR & NJAMHAA Conference RADDATZ: And I want to ask you one final question about China. He sacrificed for free Europe. The change has left some ABC News staffers baffled, with several noting to The Daily Beast how Stephanopoulos, a former Clinton White House senior adviser and longtime political pundit, is considered among the most famous political journalists on TV. SULLIVAN: Well, Martha, every phase of this war, the president has tried to make sure that the Ukrainian military gets what they need. RADDATZ: You are a man of God. DAVID MUIR, ABC NEWS CORRESPONDENT: Let me ask you the question everyone is asking. Biden: Well, first of all, I'm not sure how many are asking that. RADDATZ: Donna, we have just a a short time here, but I I want to end where we began, and that's Ukraine. He called Putin -- Xi called Putin as his best friend several years ago. In Lviv this week, we saw that loss up close. And, Terry, you cover the courts for us. Wanneer u onze sites en apps gebruikt, gebruiken we, gebruikers authenticeren, veiligheidsmaatregelen toepassen en spam en misbruik voorkomen, en, gepersonaliseerde advertenties en content weergeven op basis van interesseprofielen, de effectiviteit meten van gepersonaliseerde advertenties en content, en, onze producten en services ontwikkelen en verbeteren. Muir inherited the special coverage duties, such as helming the 2022 election night coverage. That's why it's important -- when I talked to these top military officers, give them everything they -- that you can now so they can win this thing. So, why is this support slipping? In August, she posted a picture of herself and Stephanopoulos on Instagram embracing while standing next to a gorgeous pool in Greece. Take care? It's been an unbelievably trying year for his country ever since, but also one of resolve. RADDATZ (on camera): Air raid sirens and power outages are a part of life now here in Lviv, but structurally and physically, the city has been mostly spared. You talk often about how the inflation the rate of inflation has begun to slow. RADDATZ (voice over): And yet the priest, like all Ukrainians, endures. RADDATZ (voice over): Plus, White House National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan and House Foreign Affairs Committee Chair Michael McCaul. A Sunday morning news forum. We have seen that over the past year up close on numerous trips to Ukraine, but never was it as evident as it was this week when we returned again to Lviv, where I was the night the invasion began, as people looked ahead to another year of war, and looked back on how dramatically their lives have changed. ABCs top political anchor and host of both Good Morning America and This Week will not spearhead or be involved in the broadcast networks night-of coverage after leading it in both 2018 and 2020, a press release indicated last week. RADDATZ: But Donald Trump also gets huge talking points out of these, out of these interviews, right? Wij, Yahoo, maken deel uit van de Yahoo-merkenfamilie. His absence follows a long string of mysterious breaks from his fellow GMA co-hosts Roberts and Strahan. Thats why this is so important. So, how does this war end, and what does victory look like? sexual assault by aGood Morning Americaproducer. He used to say that all the time. Biden said, "Al Qaeda, ISIS, they metastasize." He then argued that the US. No, all kidding aside, my intention has from has been from the beginning to run, but there's too many other things I have to finish in the near term before I start a campaign. The image was captioned: "Were going to need a bigger boat!". RADDATZ: Well, just last week Secretary Blinken told me one of the reasons youre not supplying those is because you have to teach them to fly those jets, you have to maintain those jets. There definitely are some names that you expect. I think, with enough pressure from Congress on both sides of the aisle, we can get into Ukraine what they really need to win this fight. CNN reported that ABC was so eager to appease Stephanopoulos that then-Disney chairman Bob Iger and fellow Disney exec Peter Rice personally flew out from Burbank to New York to offer him a lucrative contract extension and keep the peace. I think one of the other, sort of, caveats, though, for the president is this ongoing Justice Department investigation of classified documents. This morning, we're going to assess the state of the conflict, where it's headed, growing concerns about China's role, and speak with Ukrainians on the ground about life under Russia's assault. You met with President Zelenskyy. "This Week" premiered in 1981 as "This Week with David Brinkley.". Ukrainian people show brave, resilience, and we ready to fight. He needs tanks. The right-wing Republicans are, you know, talking about, we can't do this. George Robert Stephanopoulos is not leaving and will stay on as a co-host for Good Morning America. At the beginning of 2020, fans were concerned when George suddenly stopped appearing on the TV show. More to see: SULLIVAN: From our perspective, the most important thing that we can do is make sure that we maintain focus on what is the highest priority. And -- and your thoughts politically on President Biden's trip to Ukraine? RADDATZ: OK. SULLIVAN: I'm glad you asked this question because I think this has been the subject of some confusion. We know the vast majority of Americans support Ukraine, but there are now many who are asking, how long can we spend like this? REP. MICHAEL MCCAUL, (R) TEXAS: Yeah, that's unfortunate. Were a great nation. And I think -- and I said this a couple weeks ago and it got Donna all hot. But here's what we have to do in the meantime. 4 4.Reason behind George Stephanopoulos' absence revealed after 5 5.GMA fans beg for George Stephanopoulos to return to morning 6 6.Robin Roberts, George Stephanopoulos hit milestone on 'GMA' 7 7.This Week With George Stephanopoulos - ABC News; 8 8.Why Is George Stephanopoulos Not on 'GMA?' - Distractify But, you know, the president said it very well, that he wants to finish the job. We cant throw our head in the sand and ignore this. I mean, it does I think -- it just raises I think the entire case and the entire investigation into question, and that's advantageous for the former president. CNN . Records show the political news anchor donated $25,000 three times between 2012 and 2014. For previous show transcripts, visit the "This Week" transcript archive. ANNOUNCER: From ABC News, its THIS WEEK. And the F-16 question is a question for later. RADDATZ: OK, thanks very much for joining us this morning, Mr. Sullivan. The American people want to feel better about their personal circumstances as well as the country. MCCAUL: Yeah, well, we can certainly write into our appropriations bills prioritizing weapon systems. 's latest guest host. ABC News veteran George Stephanopoulos may be upset to relinquish the throne for breaking news to evening anchor David Muir, but even Stephanopoulos can't deny the ratings turnaround that Muir . MCCAUL: Of course. Otherwise, what are we doing in Ukraine? RADDATZ (voice over): There you see the chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, Congressman Michael McCaul, who led his own delegation to Kyiv just one day after President Biden's visit this week. UNIDENTIFIED FEMALE: Is there any reason for any of us to think that he is not running again? In November, Stephanopoulos was out conducting an interview and during the summer, he and his wife took some well-deserved breaks from big cameras. That was Javelin anti-tank weapons and Stinger anti-air systems. KHALID: I mean, I think that depends on, sort of, where he goes in the country. When Stephanopoulos finally caught wind of the transaction, he was reportedly none too pleased and threatened to leave the network. Look, if you are an executive leader and there is a disaster, people expect you to be there. So, I think things are a little out of whack. And, of course, we had the president, a very small number of his team, including myself, and then a strong component of security. Look, I saw this during Sandy and a number of other things. Services like this held almost every single day. RADDATZ: An ABC/Washington Post poll earlier this month found that 50 percent of Republicans believe the U.S. is doing too much to support Ukraine. We're trying to get help to find him. We also know theyre buying all their energy from them, economically supporting them. The one-year anniversary of the war in Ukraine brought promises and hope. And yet you walk these streets, you talk to people, and the pain is everywhere. And I dont blame people for being down. DAVID MUIR, ABC NEWS CORRESPONDENT: Mr. President, you know, as we sit here today, it was one year ago today the Russian invasion of Ukraine. BRAZILE: But do it some time this summer or this fall. She shares parenting duties with her husband and has two daughters: Elliott Anastasia Stephanopoulos, who will be 20 in 2022, and Harper Andrea Stephanopoulos, who will be 17 in 2022. SULLIVAN: Abrams tanks. RADDATZ (voice over): Intelligence at the time suggested Russian forces would sweep into Ukraine and topple the Zelenskyy government in a matter of days. Appreciate it. You know, when you had a year, two years of the pandemic, kids out of school, the mental health problems in the country are seriously increased, especially among young people. They can plead five. This copy may not be in its final form, may be updated and may contain minor transcription errors. I mean, let's face it. In the first phases, they were defending Kyiv. RADDATZ: You say its been reported. He departed the White House towards the end of President Clintons first term and began working as a political analyst for ABC News. I think to your point it's interesting about the prosecution because -- I mean, the Georgia case, there are so many multiple different legal challenges that the former president is facing. George Robert Stephanopoulos, a former Democratic assistant, currently works as a US political analyst and television host. ", Another said: "George wait till they find one with you.". He didn't exactly make a strong argument with that, saying "It's understandable why people are just down." : What Happened To George Stephanopoulos? He didn't include any context for the tweet. President Zelenskyy saying it's been a year of bravery, pain, endurance, and unity. Apart from watching George Stephanopoulos on Good Morning America and This Week during the A.M., fans can now tune in at night to cheer him on as Jeopardy! You talk about tanks. What I can say is, so far we have not seen them do it. RADDATZ: Do you do you imagine that he'll try executive hell try executive privilege on that? That doesn't seem like a winning slogan there. I will say a divisive rhetoric I think polarizes this nation and I think it hurts this nation. And I hope we can change the course and directions the administration has with respect to the military strategy. GOOD Morning America host George Stephanopoulos has revealed the real reason why he is absent from the show. She seemed quite animated to talk about what was occurring behind closed door. So why not teach them now so if they need them, if you if if you want to approve it in the future, theyll have them ready to go? "Where are George and Michael?" He brought down the Soviet Union. The only people who cant speak about what happens in the grand jury are prosecutors. And we are sending a clear message, as are our European allies, that this would be a real mistake because those weapons would be used to bombard cities and kill civilians, and China should want no part of that. According toHello!, Stephanopoulos was replaced byAmy Robachand weekend anchorWhit Johnson. MCCAUL: No, I dont speak for her. He has a debt ceiling that is coming due. Plus, more of David Muir's exclusive interview with President Biden. When we slow-walk and slow-pace this thing, it drags it out, and that's precisely what Putin wants. Furthermore, he served as a Democratic Party assistant before beginning his media career. And, you know, but the fact is, if we don't give them -- if they don't get the momentum right now, with the Russian offensive coming into country right now, they have a window of time with the counteroffensive. We cannot have that kind of (INAUDIBLE). MUIR: What do you make of this Chinese peace plan floated overnight that Putin is now applauding today? Details On Her Second Child And Husband Chris Abbott. Due to his frequent social media activity, some people think he is on vacation, while others believe that if he were, he would have posted some pictures. An embarrassed Robin hit back: "I needed the money George, I needed the money. This morning, our exclusive reporting from the White House --. To Terry's point, does he connect with people? For instance, here is Papadopoulos on "This Week," telling George Stephanopoulos that Jeff Sessions was And I think once they know that, they will stand -- what would Reagan do, I would ask my fellow colleagues, right? BRAZILE: Yes. You look at his schedule, and -- and typically, this is not a guy who has, you know, spent a ton of time at the White House, more time in Delaware than he's spent in other places. On Thursday, September 15, he shocked fans with the news. We don't know her motivation was. The couple hugged in a warm embrace while standing outside next to a gorgeous pool. "This was always going to blow up at some point," one source told the outlet about the power struggle. RADDATZ (on camera): Congressman McCaul joins us now. February 26, 2023, 6:15 AM. And I think that that reflects in terms of how President Biden is now being perceived. Would that cross a line for you? About. The network then leaned onStephanopoulos to cover"special report responsibilities," which he did to acclaim, thus building the reputation of the organization. RADDATZ: Still underwater. What would he do? They can always take five if they want. He wasnt in East Palestine where that train derailed with those toxic chemicals. Thus, recent developments along with Georges new contract confirmed that the esteemed host is not leaving Good Morning America anytime soon. When I asked you last month about -- about her serving on the Homeland Security Committee, you said you think she has matured and is trying to become a team player. The couple hugged in a warm embrace while standing outside next to a gorgeous pool. Watch This Week with George Stephanopoulos TV Show - ABC.com - "This Week with George Stephanopoulos" is ABC's preeminent Sunday morning public affairs program. He serves as a co-anchor of Good Morning Americas television show alongside Michael Strahan and Robin Roberts. He's not finished what he started. This woman obviously doesn't care, and wants, as Terry said, her 15 minutes. Stephanopoulos wont be involved in ABCs election night coveragean apparent victory for his rival David Muir in their ongoing cold war. He also anchors This Week, an ABC Sunday morning current affairs program. On Location: February 24, 2023. You can see theres some Ukraine fatigue. RADDATZ: But -- but you heard Jake Sullivan say, "Look, our military is looking at the ground. JOE BIDEN, PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES: Well, that depends on what the Ukrainians decide. Those Leopards are getting sent now. This is not the first time this year, or this Summer, that George has been absent from the show for an extended period of time. In fact, the word I kept hearing was "We need to put everything we have into there." And so you're -- you're looking at an unprecedented situation that I -- that I don't think the country is -- is ready for. RADDATZ: I notice how you deftly dodged that question about the economy. there's a process by which he could have pursued his interest in a way that doesn't undermine the national security of the united states. There are things he needs now that we're sending him to put him in a position to be able to make gains this spring and this summer going into the fall. BRAZILE: Martha, when I I got up early that morning for whatever reason and I saw the president in Ukraine and I was like, yes, yes. I did a firsthand, you know, look at this in theater in Ukraine and in Poland, about the humanitarian assistance. I remember a woman saying to me the first day after Sandy, "You haven't forgotten us." Youve said that. George Stephanopoulos Wife Alexandra Wentworth Illness, Brenden Aaronson Religion, Parents, Girlfriend And His Dating Life Explored, Inquirer: Who Is Alex Coffey? According to those networks, George hasnt recently posted any vacation images on his social media sites. BRAZILE: No, and that's not going to be a slogan if he decides to run for re-election. We have differences of opinions. We've all been in Ukraine this week. TERRY MORAN, ABC NEWS SENIOR NATIONAL CORRESPONDENT: Well, no formal rules because the judge said you can talk to reporters and that is a grand juror's right. Strahan, 51, was also absent on the Monday morning show, while Roberts, 62, wasmissing on Friday, December 16. You make the I mean you interview for the news. why is george stephanopoulos not on this weekare there really purple owls. What would your message be on the anniversary? They're all in favor of us putting not only F-16s in but longer-range artillery, to take out the Iranian drones in Crimea. You've seen him on the road. Were also finding out now that one of the outlets has decided that they even put things on they know to be false in order to increase their ratings. Brenden Aaronson, the second most expensive American soccer player, is a Jewish winger for Red Bull Salzburg who started his professional career with Bethlehem Steel []. Pressed by Stephanopoulos on whether the committee will have enough evidence to prosecute the former president, Kinzinger said he's not comfortable making that statement yet but said the committee is continuing to learn new information every day. Prior to his absence, the television host had also stopped being active on social media, further leaving fans in the dark. People quickly took to Twitter to ask about where he's been. It can knock out targets. ABC has been much quieter about its changing of the guard. This is what she tweeted: We need a national divorce. The fact is, you heard with the Abrams tanks, they wont go in for another year. After that, he stopped using the social media platform. However, the matter was seemingly settled before blowing up, and George retained his position on GMA. Moreover, while being a part of GMA, Georges new contract also led ABC to launch his own production company George Stephanopoulos Productions through which he will take on various projects with his wife. Thanks for sharing part of your Sunday with us. And at some point this -- hopefully this summer or fall -- I don't think he should announce this spring. However, others don't think it's the right time and place for such a showdown. Subscribe to Confider, the Daily Beasts media newsletter, and get juicy scoops in your inbox every week. MCCAUL: For gods sakes. BIDEN: Look. The administration balked, sending tanks over there. George and Michael Strahan have been away from the show periodically in the last few months with the latter away due to filming $100,000 Pyramid and other projects. I want to go back, though, for a second, to the economics question. MUIR: We know President Zelenskyy continues to say what he really needs are F-16s. The pair - who have been married for the last two decades - previously went on trips to Paris and Montauk, New York, together. He was last on the show on Friday and Gio Benitez has been filling in for him since. Which is exactly what he's done," an insider revealed. All the fallout with our powerhouse roundtable. KHALID: I mean, I think it's notable that it has inched up, particularly after the midterms. Please, the judge said, don't -- don't damage the investigation. RADDATZ: But are you worried about the aid? Almost anything? MUIR: So, there would be serious consequences? I know the administration says, "as long as it takes." I mean, Democrats did very well in the midterm elections. RADDATZ: Today we have two ceremonies for our soldiers, the priest told me, heroes of Ukraine. Is He Sick? Her Husband, Earnings, Net Worth And Family Life. RADDATZ: Emily Kohrs, the forewoman of the Georgia special grand jury investigation of whether Donald Trump or others were interfering with the 2020 election, she's now under fire after her media blitz this week. With Muir taking home at least $5 million per year and Stephanopoulos' earnings of between $15 to $17 million, the feud does seem a tad out of touch with the rest of the news industry, or as one critic put told the Daily Mail: "Both George and David need to realize how lucky and privileged they both are. This is a rush transcript of "This Week" airing Sunday, February 26. I mean, is this to create a GoFundMe because she's going to have to lawyer up? Before that, the husband and wife jetted off to Paris, where they shared many pictures of their trip. We find ourselves in a situation where the cost of doing -- of walking away could be considerably higher than the cost of helping Ukraine maintain its independence. She is known for her work in the Fox sketch comedy seriesIn Living Colorfrom 1992 to 1994. Find His Net Worth, Career Earnings, And News After Appearing In Public With Marianne Griffin. He said he's running, basically, but he "has things to finish." Send it to The Daily Beasthere. SULLIVAN: Well, all I can say is what youve heard from the secretary of state, youve heard from other officials in the administration, and you just heard from President Biden, which is, we have, at this point, not seen them take the step of providing weapons to Russia for purposes of the war in Ukraine. Ines Hoge-Lorenz Bio, Wikipedia, Net Worth And Why Did She Resign As The MDR State Broadcasting Director? David Muir Called Out By Robin Roberts On 'Good Morning America' (VIDEO) David Muir normally helms the weekend edition of ABC's "World News," but, with both George Stephanopoulos and Diane Sawyer off this week, he's been filling in on "Good Morning America" and the weekday "World News." But Muir's double duty got him into a bit of comic trouble . He'll get some criticism, but he should go. The new job meant that . Turn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest?