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The Briefing with Jen Psaki

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Jen Psaki tackles the biggest issues of the week and features one-on-one interviews with newsmakers.

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Jen Psaki explains how articles of impeachment against Pete Hegseth, filed by Republican Rep. Thomas Massie, put House Speaker Mike Johnson and House Republicans in an awkward position so he ended the session a day early to avoid having to deal with ... more

Jen Psaki shares videos of Donald Trump answering questions about artificial intelligence that suggest that he does not actually know what artificial intelligence is, though he certainly seems aware that it is another area in which he can use his cor... more

Jen Psaki shares reporting on the sudden departure of fervent Trump acolyte Joe DiGenova, who had been tasked with proving the existence of a grand conspiracy against Donald Trump and failed to secure even a single indictment. Former federal prosecut... more

Jen Psaki talks with House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries about Donald Trump's "phony promise" to give every adult in America $5000 and why Trump is resorting to such a transparent gimmick with the midterm elections looming ever closer.

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Recent Guests

Antonia Hylton
Journalist; host of The Assignment with Antonia Hylton (MS Now)
MS Now
Episode: Another Trump prosecutor quits as another conspiracy theory fails
Troy Jackson
Democratic nominee for US Senate in Maine
Campaign for Maine
Episode: Blame for Trump's Iran disaster, Hegseth's Pentagon chaos spreads to negligent Congress
Frank Kendall
Former Air Force Secretary; author and commentator
Center for American Progress (senior fellow)
Episode: Vance flounders in public spotlight trying to push Trump's Iran gaslighting
Jessica Mackler
President of EMILY's List
EMILY's List
Episode: Vance flounders in public spotlight trying to push Trump's Iran gaslighting
Bobby Polito
Texas Congressional nominee; Grammy-winning Tejano singer
Political candidate/entertainment
Episode: Vance flounders in public spotlight trying to push Trump's Iran gaslighting
Rahm Emanuel
Former White House Chief of Staff, former Ambassador to Japan, former DCCC Chair
Democratic Party / Government
Episode: Hegseth's Pentagon political purge draws attention to his incompetence, Trump's dereliction
Rob Flaherty
Former deputy campaign manager for Kamala Harris (2024); co-host of Nobody Knows Anything
Nobody Knows Anything (podcast)
Episode: 'Get right with God.': Tech bros panic as post-Trump accountability comes into view
Jesse Lehrich
Former campaign spokesperson for Hillary Clinton (2016); co-host of Nobody Knows Anything
Nobody Knows Anything (podcast)
Episode: 'Get right with God.': Tech bros panic as post-Trump accountability comes into view
Marc Morial
President and CEO of the National Urban League
National Urban League
Episode: 'Get right with God.': Tech bros panic as post-Trump accountability comes into view

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Jen Psaki
Host of the show; central lens for interview-driven political analysis.

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    Clowny

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    I can confirm
    United States2 months ago
  • Prices vs. salary or income

    If prices were the problem, I could still buy three dozen eggs for a dollar as I did in college.

    Social Security has not been increased since the 1970s and I believe the last time the minimum wage was increased was the 70s too.

    I voted a straight Democratic ticket my entire life starting with McGovern and life has only gotten harder and harder and harder

    I practiced law for 40 years as the number two legal council for multibillion dollar corporations and my salary went down. Bonuses becam... more

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    Lee Esq
    United States2 months ago
  • Missing episode

    Where is Friday’s episode with AOC??

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    myapled
    United States3 months ago
  • Mondavi interview..disappointed!

    Ilistened to today’s interview with Mondavi,and was struck not one mention of the Jewish voters, and their fear of his radicalism regarding Israel. No. mention of his not going to the Israel parade, either. I am so sad,as I usually likeJen..but, herlack of full picture discussion with Mondavi makes me very uncertain about her.so very disappointed.It would have been great for her to talk about Jewish New Yorkers, and theirambivalences about Mondavi or anger. Of the anti Israel commentshe and his ... more

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    Jelly Car LMAO
    United States4 months ago
  • Comey & the Supreme Court

    As an attorney, I begged to differ with Mr. Comey.

    The Supreme Court has no enforceable code of ethics and is the most corrupt pro corporate in my lifetime

    This courts abusive use of the shadow docket makes it impossible for lower courts to follow because one paragraph rulings are useless.

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    Lee Esq
    United States4 months ago

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Guests are often high-profile lawmakers or journalists, adding credibility and diverse viewpoints.

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Massive scandal ROCKS Florida politics with major national implications
Q: What questions do you have about how this money was used and why?
The guest outlines concerns about the mechanism of using nonprofit intermediaries to move funds and influence political outcomes, suggesting a need for more transparent oversight and independent inquiry.
Trump's only campaign idea is a bad one: promoting himself
Q: How might Trump's ads centered on himself affect turnout andRepublican performance in the House and Senate races?
Plouffe argues it could either marginally help with turnout in some redder areas or backfire by highlighting unpopular policies, while the overall effect depends on candidate quality and local dynamics.
Trump's only campaign idea is a bad one: promoting himself
Q: What do you think of the White House strategy to make the midterms all about Donald Trump?
The guests suggest it's a high-risk, potentially damaging strategy that could mobilize opposition if not paired with credible policy and turnout plans, and emphasize the importance of clear legal and ethical boundaries.
Hegseth's Pentagon goes to war against independent military newspaper Stars and Stripes
Q: Erik, how do you view the broader implications of these firings for access to information and for Star and Stripes' ability to report independently?
The firings display a pattern of intimidation aimed at silencing critical reporting, and they threaten the paper's core mission to provide independent and accurate coverage for service members, which is essential for accountability and trust.
Hegseth's Pentagon goes to war against independent military newspaper Stars and Stripes
Q: Let me bring you into this, Lara: when did you learn you were fired today, and what was your immediate reaction?
I learned via notice of separation in the evening, and like Erik, I was told the reason related to a CBS interview; I felt proud of our reporting and that the paper's independence was being challenged, which is why I spoke up about editorial independence.

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The program centers on high-level political analysis, current events, and interviews with newsmakers and policy experts. Episodes frequently tackle national politics, election integrity, governance, and national security, often pairing sharp host-led insights with panel discussions and interviews from lawmakers, journalists, and researchers. A standout aspect is the mix of rigorous analysis, timely guest perspectives, and a cadence that blends hard-edged political critique with accessible storytelling, making it valuable for listeners who want context on how national issues connect to policy and elections. The show tends to feature influential guests across parties and branches, plus seasoned reporters, offering both strategic framing and i... more

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2. Troy Jackson
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4. Jessica Mackler
5. Bobby Polito
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