Jen Psaki draws on her 20 years with a seat at the table – from the campaign bus to the Oval Office – to tackle the most pressing issues of the week, interview ...
Courting Disaster: Trump Attempts to Erode the Separation of Powers
Jen Psaki breaks down Donald Trump's unprecedented assault on the judicial branch of government, explaining how the administration's defiant attitude toward the court breaks with that of former presidents who were dealt tough rulings in the past. Representative Jamie Raskin joins to discuss the implications of their defiance, and the danger the administration poses to due process under the law. Next, Jen is joined by the chair of the Progressive Caucus in the House, Representative Greg Casar, who was with Bernie Sanders and AOC on their “Fighting Oligarchy” tour. They discuss the massive turnout at these rallies and how hearing from angry voters directly could shake up the party. Jen also reflects on Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer’s handling of the GOP's government funding bill, and the implications for Democrats if they don't find a strategy moving forward. New York Times correspondents Annie Karni and Luke Broadwater later join Jen to talk about their new book “Mad House” and the evolution of Congressional dysfunction, as well their thoughts on what’s happening in Democratic leadership. Finally Jen discusses Elon Musk’s growing Tesla problem, and the scuttled plan to brief him on U.S. plan in case of war with China.Check out our social pages below:https://twitter.com/InsideWithPsakihttps://www.instagram.com/InsideWithPsaki/https://www.tiktok.com/@insidewithpsakihttps://www.msnbc.com/jen-psakihttps://bsky.app/profile/insidewithpsaki.msnbc.com
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So much for loyalty: Red states ‘devastated’ by Trump cuts
Jen Psaki is joined by former Senator Jon Tester and former Mayor of New Orleans Mitch Landrieu to discuss the devastating effects of Trump’s government funding bill, which has slashed funding and staffing for both FEMA and NOAA, and the impact on red states suffering from recent tornado damage. NBC News Justice Reporter Ryan Reilly gives his reaction to what he witnessed in the courtroom earlier today after Trump defied a judges ban to deport Venezuelan migrants without due process. As Republicans continue to hide and avoid their frustrated constituents, Senator Reuban Gallego talks to Jen about his experience as one of many Democrats who have held their own town halls in red districts around the country and how that could affect the next election for Democrats. After Minority leader Chuck Schumer helped Republicans pass their funding bill last week in fear of government closure, Democrats are After Minority Leader Chuck Schumer helped Republicans pass their funding bill last week to avoid a government shutdown, frustration is growing among Democrats with the party's senior leadership and many are calling for new, unrelenting voices in Washington. And in his first national interview, rising Democratic star and Texas attorney Christian Menefee, talks to Jen about his congressional campaign.Check out our social pages below:https://twitter.com/InsideWithPsakihttps://www.instagram.com/InsideWithPsaki/https://www.tiktok.com/@insidewithpsakihttps://www.msnbc.com/jen-psakihttps://bsky.app/profile/insidewithpsaki.msnbc.com
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The Reviews Are In: Democrats Want a Fight
In the wake of Senator Chuck Schumer's decision to advance a Republican Government funding bill, guest host Michael Steele delves into new poll numbers that may come as a wakeup call to complicit Democrats in Congress. Tim Miller and Molly Jong Fast join to discuss the fallout over Schumer's approach and why Democratic voters want the party the fight back harder against Trump's drastic actions. As Republicans cower and hide from angry constituents, Congressman Mark Pocan of Wisconsin joins to discuss how Democrats can capitalize on voter discontent. Meanwhile, MSNBC Legal Analyst reacts to Trump's decision to invoke an antiquated wartime power to deport migrants without due process, and whether he'll defy the courts in the process. And with a trade war looming, Washington Post columnist Catherine Rampell joins to discuss Trump's erratic trade policy, and why Wall Street seemed to underestimate their impact. Check out our social pages below:https://twitter.com/InsideWithPsakihttps://www.instagram.com/InsideWithPsaki/https://www.tiktok.com/@insidewithpsakihttps://www.msnbc.com/jen-psakihttps://bsky.app/profile/insidewithpsaki.msnbc.com
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Court Jesters: Trump Pits Allies Against Each Other
Guest host Michael Steele outlines the ways in which Donald Trump sees himself as a king, and what it means for the country. He is joined by incoming MSNBC Senior Washington Correspondent Eugene Daniels and Former Representative Joe Walsh to discuss the clashes between un-elected co-president Elon Musk and Trump's top officials. Next, Michael is joined by Former Air Force Intelligence Officer Denver Riggleman and Retired USMC Lt. Colonel Amy McGrath to react to Trump signaling that a minerals deal with Ukraine won't be enough to restore US aid and intel sharing. Then, Michael is joined by former Social Security Administration Commissioner Martin O'Malley to discuss his concerns about DOGE's meddling in social security, which may put payments at risk. Later, Michael breaks down the recent MAGA vitriol directed at conservative Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett for simply looking at the president the wrong way. Former U.S. Acting Solicitor General Neal Katyal joins the show to discuss Trump's relationship with the Supreme Court ahead of some consequential upcoming rulings. Finally, Michael shares a preview from the latest episode of Jen's podcast, "The Blueprint with Jen Psaki," where she sat down for a fascinating conversation with DNC Chair Ken Martin. Check out our social pages below:https://twitter.com/InsideWithPsakihttps://www.instagram.com/InsideWithPsaki/https://www.tiktok.com/@insidewithpsakihttps://www.msnbc.com/jen-psakihttps://bsky.app/profile/insidewithpsaki.msnbc.com
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Speak for Yourself: Trump Set to Address Congress, Gaslight America
Jen Psaki explains that while Trump will offer his own version of how the country is doing tomorrow in his address to a joint session of Congress, it's important to trust what you've been seeing with your own eyes. She is joined by Dan Pfeiffer and Ben Rhodes to preview what to expect from Trump's speech as he continues to cozy up to Russia and gut the federal government. Next, Jen is joined by Chrystia Freeland, who's in the running to be the next liberal leader and Prime Minister of Canada, to discuss her plans to push back against Trump's tariffs. Then, Jen is joined by Representative Ilhan Omar to discuss why she and other Democrats are bringing fired federal workers as their guests to tomorrow's joint session to highlight the devastating impact of Trump's mass firings. Later, Jen brings out the receipts to show how DOGE is actually creating more problems than it's solving. Finally, Jen is joined by Stephanie Ruhle to discuss Trump's plans to build a U.S. crypto reserve and how his allies stand to benefit from this. Check out our social pages below:https://twitter.com/InsideWithPsakihttps://www.instagram.com/InsideWithPsaki/https://www.tiktok.com/@insidewithpsakihttps://www.msnbc.com/jen-psakihttps://bsky.app/profile/insidewithpsaki.msnbc.com
Jen Psaki draws on her 20 years with a seat at the table – from the campaign bus to the Oval Office – to tackle the most pressing issues of the week, interview the biggest names in politics, and pull back the curtain on the lives of the people shaping every aspect of American life.
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