Amanpour and Company

February 15, 2021

Fmr. UK Ambassador to the U.S. Peter Westmacott discusses American democracy and foreign policy under the Biden administration. Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-LA) explains why he voted to convict Donald Trump. Samantha Stark, director of "Framing Britney Spears," discusses the ugly side of celebrity and fame.

GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy: Why I Voted to Convict Trump

17m 21s

Out of 50 Republican senators, only seven dared to cross Trump and vote to convict the former president. One was Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy. The former doctor voted guilty on the charge of inciting an insurrection, knowing full well he will face the wrath of his constituents in his deeply conservative state. He tells Walter Isaacson why he's sticking to his guns.

Previews + Extras

  • Peter Westmacott Reacts to Trump Acquittal: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Peter Westmacott Reacts to Trump Acquittal

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    What does Donald Trump’s second acquittal by the Senate mean for American democracy and its reputation? Sir Peter Westmacott was the British Ambassador to the U.S. during the Obama years. He joins the show to discuss the impeachment trial, American democracy and a Biden foreign policy.

  • “Framing Britney Spears” Director on Timberlake Apology: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    “Framing Britney Spears” Director on Timberlake Apology

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    A new documentary is bringing the mainstream spotlight to the “Free Britney” campaign, as a relatively small group of activists campaign in favor of Britney Spears’ legal fight to regain control of her personal affairs and finances. The film's director Samantha Stark discusses the rise and vilification of one of the world’s most successful pop singers and the ugly side to celebrity and fame.

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