Inside with Jen Psaki - August 20th, 2023 | Inside with Jen Psaki Podcast

Inside with Jen Psaki - August 6th, 2023: Jen Psaki discusses the fallout after the special counsel's indictment of Donald Trump for attempting to overturn the 2020 election, including the flawed defense from Trump's legal team and a new order from the judge overseeing the case. Jen is joined by former White House Chief of Staff Ron Klain, and legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Neal Katyal. Jen also chats with impeachment manager and member of the January 6th committee, Congressman Jamie Raskin, about the charges against Trump and what he’s watching for next. by Inside with Jen Psaki

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Inside with Jen Psaki - July 30th, 2023: Jen Psaki dives into the new charges fmr. Pres. Trump is facing in the superseding indictment handed down in the classified documents investigation. Plus the possible indictment coming any day in the investigation into Trump's efforts to overturn the 2020 election. Rep. Adam Schiff and Rep. Pete Aguilar, the House Democratic Caucus Chair, join Jen to discuss the cases. Jen also chats with Officer Harry Dunn, who defended the Capitol on January 6th. by Inside with Jen Psaki

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Inside with Jen Psaki - June 25th, 2023: Jen Psaki discusses the sudden end to the Russian armed rebellion led by the Wagner group and the future of Putin’s regime with Former US Ambassador to Russia, Michael McFaul, Former NATO Commander James Stavridis, Atlantic staff writer, Anne Applebaum, and Michigan Representative Elissa Slotkin. Also, in an exclusive interview, Jen sits down with Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi to talk about the one year anniversary of the Dobb’s decision to ban access to abortion and the future of reproductive healthcare under Republican leadership. by Inside with Jen Psaki

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Running Gag: Jen Psaki discusses the latest move by Special Counsel Jack Smith seeking a limited gag order against Donald Trump. Plus Jen reacts to Trump's wide-ranging interview on Meet the Press and the stunning new revelations from Senator Mitt Romney in an upcoming biography. She is joined by Rep. Jamie Raskin, Rep. Pramila Jayapal, legal analysts Neal Katyal and Andrew Weissmann and former senior adviser to Mitt Romney, Kevin Madden. by Inside with Jen Psaki

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Introducing “How to Win 2024”: Political insiders Claire McCaskill and Jennifer Palmieri share their insights into this unprecedented election on “How to Win 2024,” a new podcast from MSNBC. by Inside with Jen Psaki

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Inside with Jen Psaki - July 16th, 2023: Jen Psaki is joined by Congressman Jamie Raskin to discuss the DOJ's Jan.6 investigation and Fmr. Pres. Trump’s attempts to delay his trial over mishandled classified documents. She is also joined by Virginia Congresswoman and former CIA agent, Rep. Abigail Spanberger, whose district includes Quantico, to talk about Republican Sen. Tommy Tuberville’s block on military nominations and what this could mean for servicemembers and their families. Plus Jen takes a deeper look into the conservative group “Moms for Liberty” and discusses Saudi Arabia's controversial attempt to take over pro golf with Washington Post sports columnist Sally Jenkins. by Inside with Jen Psaki

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Introducing: Inside with Jen Psaki: 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. by Inside with Jen Psaki

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War in Israel: Jen Psaki breaks down the war in Israel following the violent surprise attack by Hamas on Saturday morning. She's joined by Former CIA Director John Brennan, Former Deputy National Security Advisor Ben Rhodes, NBC Correspondents Courtney Kube and Andrea Mitchell, as well as Peter Baker of The New York Times. Psaki also disputes one of the GOP's recent talking points in a conversation with Republican Congressman Mike Lawler, and is later joined by Yoni Asher, an Israeli resident whose wife and children were taken hostage by Hamas militants. by Inside with Jen Psaki

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Inside with Jen Psaki - July 9, 2023: Jen Psaki talks about the 2024 presidential election with DNC chair Jaime Harrison, plus the impact of recent SCOTUS rulings and mobilizing progressive voters with Rep. Ro Khanna. Jen also revisits conversations with Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and Governor Gavin Newsom. Jen sits down with members of "The Avett Brothers" band to hear how they navigate political differences and commonalities while on tour and in a part of their every day life in their "Weekend Routine." by Inside with Jen Psaki

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One on One with Hillary Clinton: Jen Psaki sits down with Hillary Clinton for a wide ranging conversation on the 2024 election, Donald Trump’s legal peril, House Republicans Biden impeachment inquiry and much more. Jen is also joined by Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell to try and make sense of exactly why House Republicans are on the brink of shutting down the government. Jen also discusses the future of FOX News after Rupert Murdoch’s retirement announcement with Brian Stelter. Neal Katyal also joins to discuss new developments in the ongoing saga of Donald Trump’s legal peril. by Inside with Jen Psaki

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Trick or Cheat: Jen Psaki is joined by former Manhattan District Attorney Cyrus Vance Jr. and former US Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Preet Bharara to react to Donald Trump’s first day in court for his fraud trial. Plus Democratic Rep. Dan Goldman and GOP Rep. Ken Buck join Jen to react to the breaking news that Rep. Matt Gaetz has formally filed a motion to oust House Speaker Kevin McCarthy. by Inside with Jen Psaki

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Off the Mark: Jen Psaki is joined by Congressman Dan Goldman to discuss the failed effort by Former White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows to move his case to federal court, as well as attempts by Congressman Jim Jordan to undermine the prosecution against Donald Trump. Then Republican Congressman Ken Buck explains why he opposes an impeachment inquiry of President Biden and why he’s become a top critic of his fellow-Republican lawmaker, Marjorie Taylor Greene. Legal Experts Andrew Weissmann and Neal Katyal also talk to Jen about the ongoing efforts to remove Donald Trump from the ballot under the 14th Amendment, and Weissman reacts to the personal attacks Trump has leveled at him on Truth Social. And finally, Jen joined by Senator Amy Klobuchar to talk about the Republican’s hopeless attempt to rebrand the term “pro-life.” by Inside with Jen Psaki

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Inside with Jen Psaki - July 23, 2023: Jen Psaki discusses the trial date in the Trump classified documents case and sits down with former Republican Governor of Maryland Larry Hogan, a frequent Trump critic, to talk about the upcoming presidential election and the viability of a third party candidate. Jen is also joined by former acting U.S. Solicitor General and Supreme Court lawyer, Neal Katyal to get his take on the latest target letter Trump received from Special Counsel Jack Smith. Later Jen shares some thoughts on RFK Jr.’s presidential candidacy and talks with Congresswoman Stacey Plaskett, the top Democrat on the Weaponization Subcommittee, after she criticized her Republican colleagues for giving RFK Jr. a platform. Plus Jen and Rep. Jamie Raskin visit Rock Creek Park in this week’s “Weekend Routine” where he shares how he coped with a family tragedy in the days before January 6th. by Inside with Jen Psaki

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Inside with Jen Psaki - July 2, 2023: Jen Psaki is joined by Pennsylvania Governor and former Attorney General Josh Shapiro to discuss the fallout of the Supreme Court's rulings on affirmative action, student loans and LGBTQ+ protections, plus the role Pennsylvania will have in the 2024 presidential election. Jen also chats with U.S. Education Secretary Miguel Cardona about the Biden administration's next steps to help millions of people affected by the student loan ruling. MSNBC legal analyst Melissa Murray also joins the show to weigh in the dangerous effect of the Court's latest decisions. And Jen catches up with Danica Roem, Virginia’s first transgender delegate, to reflect on issues facing LGBTQ+ Americans. by Inside with Jen Psaki

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Israel-Hamas War: One-on-one with National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan: Jen Psaki provides the latest updates on the war in Israel. She is joined by National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan, IDF spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel Peter Lerner, and Doctor Fady Joudah, a Palestinian American physician who lost dozens of family members in Gaza. Later, Jen and former U.S. Ambassador to Israel Tom Nides discuss his thoughts on possible negotiations to rescue hostages. by Inside with Jen Psaki

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BONUS: How to Win 2024: The “Kiddie Table” Debate: Introducing “How to Win 2024,” a new MSNBC podcast hosted by Claire McCaskill and Jennifer Palmieri. by Inside with Jen Psaki

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War in Israel: The Hostage Situation: 72 hours after the deadly surprise attack on Israel by Hamas, Jen Psaki brings you an update on the unfolding crisis, including the threat by Hamas to execute the kidnapped Israeli hostages and the latest on the skirmishes at Israel’s border with Lebanon. She’s joined by John Kirby, the National Security Council's Coordinator for Strategic Communications, to talk about those developments and the possibility that the Biden Administration will assist in resolving the hostage crisis. Later, Former CIA Director John Brennan analyzes Prime Minister Netanyahu’s remarks today and how the war might escalate. Additionally, Abbey Onn speaks to Jen about the five members of her family who were taken hostage by Hamas and Jason Rezaian joins to discuss the American citizens who are likely among the captives. Finally, Jen speaks to Senator Tim Kaine about how Congress can break the partisan deadlock to aid Israel. by Inside with Jen Psaki

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Inside with Jen Psaki - August 13th, 2023: Jen Psaki is joined by Colorado Governor Jared Polis to discuss his new bipartisan initiative to promote healthier dialogue around politics and his push to get Americans to “disagree better.” Later, she speaks with former Congressman Tim Ryan about how Democrats can make the case against Trump while making the positive case for their agenda. Jen also dives into the anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act and how Republicans are taking credit for the very thing they voted against. To close the show, Jen chats with gun safety activist David Hogg about his efforts to reduce gun violence and his recent move to Washington DC. by Inside with Jen Psaki

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Chaos at Home and Abroad: Jen Psaki discusses the war between Israel and Hamas and the desperate need to get more aid into Gaza with President Biden’s newly appointed Special Envoy for Middle East Humanitarian Issues, David Satterfield, his first interview since his appointment. Jen is also joined by President Biden’s former Chief of Staff, Ron Klain. Neal Katyal and Andrew Weissman also join to break down the stunning guilty pleas from Donald Trump’s codefendants, Sidney Powell and Kenneth Chesebro. Jen also sits down one-on-one with Senator Raphael Warnock. by Inside with Jen Psaki

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To Catch a Chief: Jen Psaki breaks down the testimony of Donald Trump’s former White House Chief of Staff, Mark Meadows, in his bid to get the Georgia case moved to federal court. Jen is joined by Rep. Adam Schiff and fmr. Georgia State Senator Jen Jordan, who testified before the grand jury in Fulton county. Jen also chats with, Mike Gottlieb, the attorney representing election workers Ruby Freeman and Shaye moss after a judge found Rudy Giuliani liable for defaming the two women. Plus Jen dismantles a key GOP talking point in the debate over gun violence. Senator Chris Murphy joins Jen to discuss steps the Biden administration is taking in the fight for common sense gun reform. by Inside with Jen Psaki

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ISRAEL-HAMAS WAR: More Hostages Released: Jen Psaki reacts to major breaking news out of Gaza, as more hostages are released by Hamas -- including a four-year-old American, Abigail Mor Edan. Jen breaks down President Biden’s remarks on the temporary truce with Deputy National Security Advisor Jon Finer before being joined by former Obama administration officials John Brennan and Ben Rhodes. Congressman Eric Swalwell also speaks to Jen about the developments as well as US aid to Israel. by Inside with Jen Psaki

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MUGA: THE MUGSHOT & THE FIRST GOP DEBATE: Jen Psaki breaks down the two images this week that tell the story of the current Republican party, Donald Trump’s mugshot and the unforgettable moment in the GOP debate when all but two candidates on the stage promised to support Trump even if he is convicted in a court of law. Jen is joined by former Atlanta mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms who was outside the jail as Donald Trump was booked, plus “The Law Firm,” Neal Katyal and Andrew Weissmann. Jen also sits down with New Hampshire’s Republican Governor Chris Sununu. Later Jen and Florida Congressman Maxwell discuss the deadly shooting in Jacksonville that federal authorities are investigating as a hate crime. by Inside with Jen Psaki

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tyRANTS: Trump doubles down on dictator comments: Jen Psaki is joined by Trump's former National Security Adviser John Bolton to address Trump’s vow to be a dictator on the first day of a possible second term. In the aftermath of the resignation of the University of Pennsylvania's president, Jen gets reaction from one of UPenn's most popular professors, Adam Grant, discussing the fallout from Liz Magill's problematic testimony to Congress on antisemitism on college campuses. Later, Jen speaks to former Texas State Senator Wendy Davis about the state's Supreme Court ruling that blocked a mother from receiving an abortion for a high risk pregnancy. Finally, Jen is joined by Tim Alberta to discuss his new book about Trump's unlikely appeal among evangelical voters. by Inside with Jen Psaki

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Israel-Hamas War: Sen. Chris Murphy and Chris Christie: Jen Psaki is following the latest developments out of the Middle East, where hundreds of thousands of Israeli troops await orders for a potential ground attack while food, water, and medical supplies dwindle for civilians in Gaza. She is joined by former CIA director John Brennan, former Chief of Staff for the Department of Defense and CIA Jeremy Bash, Senator Chris Murphy, and presidential candidate Chris Christie. by Inside with Jen Psaki

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"Unpresidented": Jen Psaki is joined by former Attorney General Eric Holder to break down the legal implications of the gag order recently reinstated against Trump in the federal election case, as well as the troubling uptick in hate crimes across the country and the world amid the Israel-Hamas war. Later, Jen talks to George Conway about Trump's children will say when they testify in the civil fraud trial in New York. Former CIA Director John Brennan also joins to discuss the release of an Israeli soldier who was held hostage by Hamas, as well as Israel's strategy to get the remaining hostages out of Gaza. Finally, Jen announces the news of her upcoming book, "Say More," which hits bookshelves this spring. by Inside with Jen Psaki

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On the PRESSipice: Jen Psaki breaks down a federal judge’s decision rejecting Donald Trump’s attempt to have his federal case thrown out, with a claim that echoes Richard Nixon’s famous line. Legal experts Neal Katyal and Andrew Weissmann join. Plus Democratic Rep. Stacey Plaskett joins Jen to discuss the new revelations about House Speaker Mike Johnson and what it all suggests about the direction of the House GOP. Washington Post columnist Jason Rezaian draws on his own experience as a former detainee of an authoritarian government to discuss the looming threat a second Trump term could bring. Plus in the debut of the new “Exit Interview” segment, Rep. Dan Kildee joins Jen to candidly discuss his decision to step down after decades in the House. by Inside with Jen Psaki

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Inside with Jen Psaki - August 20th, 2023: Jen Psaki breaks down the Fulton County DA’s indictment of Donald Trump and 18 others in what is now Trump’s 4th indictment. She is joined by former Bush administration Attorney General Alberto Gonzales plus legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Neal Katyal. And later, Jen is joined by Republican presidential candidate Will Hurd ahead of the upcoming GOP presidential debate. by Inside with Jen Psaki

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"Control Him If You Can": Trump Takes the Stand: Jen Psaki delves into Donald Trump’s unhinged testimony after the former President took the stand in his civil fraud trial in New York. Former US Attorney Preet Bharara joins to discuss how Trump’s outbursts will likely backfire, as well as the substantial admissions that may cost him dearly. Trump’s former lawyer, Michael Cohen, also joins to discuss Trump’s apparent lack of impulse control and whether he can afford the financial penalty he may soon face. Later, Jen speaks to Governor Josh Shapiro of Pennsylvania about the 2024 Presidential race, including new battleground polls that might spell trouble President Joe Biden. And on the eve of election day in several states, National Political Correspondent Steve Kornacki discusses what’s at stake in Kentucky, Mississippi, Ohio and Virginia. Finally, Jen is joined by Amy Walter of The Cook Political Report and Stephanie Schriock, the former President of Emily's List, to talk about the im by Inside with Jen Psaki

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Burning Down the House: Jen Psaki kicks off her new Monday primetime show with Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi as time is running out for House Republicans to avert a government shutdown. Andrew Weissmann reacts to Donald Trump’s dangerous threats on social media. Rachel Maddow also joins Jen to preview her conversation with the January 6th Committee’s star witness Cassidy Hutchinson. by Inside with Jen Psaki

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20 Days Without a Speaker: After 20 days without a Speaker of the House, Jen Psaki covers the intraparty divisions of the Republican caucus. She discusses the GOP's closed-door Speaker Candidate Forum with Jake Sherman of Punchbowl News, and is then joined by Democratic Whip, Rep. Katherine Clark. Jen discusses the latest developments in Israel's war with Hamas with Rep. Elissa Slotkin, including Hamas’s release of two additional hostages and the reported efforts by the Biden administration to delay a ground offensive. She's also joined by acclaimed Chef José Andrés who, with his organization World Central Kitchen, is helping to feed both Palestinians and Israelis in need. Jen then delves into Trump's ongoing legal problems with Former Acting Assistant Attorney General Mary McCord, covering the recent pause on Trump's gag order in his election interference case and the nuclear secrets he reportedly shared with Australian billionaire Anthony Pratt. by Inside with Jen Psaki

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