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.
Jen Psaki breaks down Donald Trump's staffing picks and what they reveal about his dark vision for a second term. Jen is joined by Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey to discuss her plans to combat Trump's policies, including protecting reproductive rights and women's healthcare. Next, civil rights attorney Sherrilyn Ifill joins the show to analyze the legalities of Trump's plan to end birthright citizenship. Jen is also joined by Rep. Dan Goldman to discuss how Trump and his allies might pursue his perceived enemies. Later, Jen talks about Trump's recent call with Vladimir Putin, which the Kremlin denies even took place, and how it fits into a pattern of deception about his relationship with Russia. Jen also sits down with Rep.-Elect Kelly Morrison to discuss her recent victory and how she plans to continue the fight for reproductive rights as the only pro-choice OB-GYN in Congress. Finally, Jen closes the show with some thoughts on the rising stars in the democratic party that could potentially lead the party in 2028.
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Following Donald Trump's victory, Jen Psaki explains why Democrats in search of answers aren't going to find a single, clear-cut explanation. Rather, they should stop diagnosing, and start listening. Jen is joined by Michigan State Senator Mallory McMorrow and Tennessee State Representative Justin Jones to discuss why Democrats must meet voters where there are and how they plan to fight back against Trump. Former Acting U.S. Solicitor General Neal Katyal joins Jen to share his perspective on the extent to which our system's guardrails can prevent Trump from acting out his worst impulses in a second term. Later, Jen is joined by Representative Katie Porter of California to talk about how Democrats can improve their messaging on the economy after American voters wholly rejected their pitch, as well as her potential future plans to run for governor. Jen is also joined by Oklahoma State Representative Monroe Nichols to discuss his historic victory as the first black mayor-elect of Tulsa and how his campaign broke through in an overwhelmingly red state. Finally, Jen reflects on the importance of peaceful transfers of power in our democracy as President Biden promises a smooth transition and peaceful transfer of power.
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Jen Psaki outlines Democrats' cautious optimism as Kamala Harris closes out her campaign on a high note, as well as what election day might mean for the women voters who may propel her to victory. Lawrence O'Donnell joins Jen to discuss the state of the race as the campaigns come to an end, including recent polling and what to watch for as the vote come in. Next, Senator Cory Booker joins the show to discuss his conversations with hopeful swing-state voters and the recent increase in Black male voters' support for Harris. Later, Michael Steele, Lis Smith, and Jon Favreau join Jen to discuss the two candidates' very different closing messages, as well as the enthusiasm gap as Harris draws massive crowds at her rallies while Trump struggles to fill venues.
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With only two days left in the craziest and most consequential campaign season most of us can remember, Jen Psaki breaks down the implications of a shocking new poll that shows Kamala Harris leading Trump in Iowa by 3 points. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg joins to talk about Harris' advantage with female voters, the possibility of turning Iowa blue and the disturbing nature of Trump's closing message. Later, House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi joins Jen to react to Trump's violent rhetoric about shooting the media, and the historic role that women may play in putting Harris over the top. Former Director of Cybersecurity Chris Krebs talks to Jen about sounding the alarm on election security after US intelligence officials discovered two cases of misinformation circulated on the web by Russia. Finally former Obama campaign manager Jim Messina reacts to latest polling and the biggest challenge that faces the Harris campaign in these final moments before the election.
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Eight days out from the election, Jen Psaki explains how Donald Trump's dark Madison Square Garden rally reveals his team's belief that a closing message of racism and hate is effective, while Kamala Harris and her team of all-star surrogates continue to call him out. Jen is joined by a panel of reporters and political analysts including George Conway, Eugene Daniels, and Philippe Reines to discuss the stark difference between the candidates as they compete to seal the deal. Next, Jen is joined by Michael Tyler, communications director for the Harris-Walz campaign, to discuss Trump and his allies' disturbingly racist rhetoric at his MSG rally and the contrast it provides for voters as Kamala Harris' concludes her campaign focused on unity and hope. Jen is also joined by Senator Elizabeth Warren to react to Kamala Harris' closing ad highlighting her economic plan to support working class families. Later, "Pod Save America" Co-Host Tommy Vietor joins the show to discuss Michelle and Barack Obama's extremely effective surrogacy for Kamala Harris as they campaign for her across swing states. Jen also talks with elections lawyer Marc Elias to discuss ballot boxes being set on fire in Oregon and Washington state, amid growing threats against election officials across the country. Finally, Jen reflects on President Joe Biden casting his early ballot today for Kamala Harris and the literal vote of confidence it symbolizes in his chosen successor.
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As Kamala Harris and Donald Trump close out their campaigns, Jen Psaki outlines their starkly different closing messages and why voters shouldn't be freaking out over the extremely tight race. Harris Campaign Chair Jen O'Malley Dillon joins the show to discuss the state of the race, including the encouraging early voting numbers that have the Harris team feeling confident and why the campaign believes that John Kelly's 'fascist' label is an effective message with voters. Next, The Daily Show's Jordan Klepper joins Jen to reflect on his recent conversations with fervent Trump supporters for his new special - explaining how many MAGA voters have made Trump a part of their identity. Later, Jen shares footage from her travels to Michigan where she recently joined Emily's List staffers to door knock and talk with swing-state voters. Finally, Jen is joined by Former Obama Campaign Manager Jim Messina to ask him three big questions about the state of the presidential race - nine days out from election day.
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Jen Psaki explains what Donald Trump really means when he talks about “the enemy within” - and why we should take him at his word. Representative Adam Schiff joins Jen to discuss Trump and his enablers' increasingly hateful rhetoric, including threats against the Congressman himself, and the danger it poses to our democracy. Next, Jen is joined by a panel of reporters and analysts, including Molly Jong-Fast, Cornell Belcher, and Ali Vitali, to react to Kamala Harris' event with Liz Cheney, discussing the campaign's efforts at winning over key voting blocs, including undecided voters and white women. Later, Jen explains why Trump's "11th Hour" event with supposed faith leaders is just another vector of misinformation and far-fight fanaticism posing as Christianity. Finally, elections lawyer Marc Elias joins Jen to discuss Elon Musk's likely-illegal registered voter lottery and the status of election lawsuits in battleground states.
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Jen Psaki breaks down the state of the race 16 days out from the election - as Kamala Harris displays her willingness to do the hard work while Donald Trump refuses to be tested in any real way. Jen sits down with Governor Gavin Newsom to discuss Trump's increasingly unhinged behavior amidst his cancellation of multiple interviews, Kamala Harris' 'outstanding' Fox News interview, and the 'concerning' relationship between Elon Musk and Trump. Next, Jen is joined by Ian Sams, senior adviser for the Harris-Walz campaign, to discuss the importance of calling out Trump's 'really weird' comments on the campaign trail, including his latest remark about a part of Arnold Palmer's anatomy. Sams also talks about why the Harris campaign has been so effective at getting under Trump's skin. Later, Jen breaks down Trump allies' attempts to revive lies about Dominion Voting machines and why MAGA-world would be wise to remember that lies do indeed have consequences. Finally, Former Obama Campaign Manager Jim Messina joins the show to answer three big questions about the state of the presidential race - the first in a series of interviews leading up to election day.
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Jen Psaki is joined by Stacey Abrams to discuss Kamala Harris' increasingly powerful attacks on Donald Trump about "the enemy within." Next, Jen reflects on Harris' speech in Erie, Pennsylvania where the Vice President played clips of Trump's own words. Jen explains why we should believe Trump when he says what he is going to do in a potential second term. Former Rep. Joe Walsh and political columnist Dana Milbank join the show to discuss the state of the race and the urgency that Harris faces to show voters just how dangerous Trump is. Later, Jen explains how Trump and his allies' lies are causing real harm in communities across America - from Springfield, Ohio to Rutherford County, North Carolina. Jen is also joined by Chris Wallace to discuss his new book "Countdown 1960" focused on the presidential race between JFK and Richard Nixon, and the key lesson it holds for peaceful transfers of power and maintaining democracy.
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Jen Psaki breaks down the state of the extremely close presidential race, which is tied despite Donald Trump's torrent of lies and increasingly anti-democratic rhetoric. Veteran political strategist James Carville joins to discuss how Harris can take a more aggressive approach, urging Americans to believe General Mark Milley's warning that the ex-president is "fascist to his core" as Trump calls for militarizing the US election. Next, Jen is joined by former acting U.S. Solicitor General Neal Katyal to discuss how Trump and his allies may attempt to defraud voters again in 2024, as well as JD Vance's latest refusal acknowledge the fact of Trump's loss in 2020 and his bogus claim that the transfer of power in 2020 was "peaceful." Senator Mark Kelly also joins to share his reaction to General Milley's warning and discuss recent polling in his home state state of Arizona. Jen debunks Trump's claims that he is a champion of the first amendment, explaining how he and his allies only appreciate free speech when it benefits them. Finally, Jen is joined by Senator Tammy Baldwin to discuss the state of her tight Senate race in Wisconsin as well as VP Harris' handling of hurricane relief disinformation.
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Election Day is around the corner and Vice President Kamala Harris could become the first woman, first Black woman, and first South-Asian to sit in the Oval Office. In light of this moment, we’re resharing our 2020 series “Kamala: Next in Line,” from MSNBC and Wondery. Hosted by Joy Reid, "Next In Line" is an intimate and immersive look into what drives Harris, what her critics say about her, and how she arrived at this historic moment.
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