President Donald Trump ordered 2,000 California National Guard troops to Los Angeles after clashes between protestors and immigration agents. California Governor Gavin Newsom condemned the move saying "it will only escalate tensions. Max Boot and Anthony Coley join The Weekend to discuss the protests and the administration's response. 

President Donald Trump applied a rarely used law to deploy the National Guard as ICE protests erupted in Los Angeles. How was he able to bypass the governor, and how can this conflict escalate? Former Trump DHS official, Miles Taylor, breaks it down. Plus, Representative LaMonica McIver joins The Weekend ahead of her court appearance for charges of allegedly assaulting an officer during an ICE oversight visit in New Jersey.

Preparations are underway for Donald Trump's military parade next week. It's billed as a celebration for the army's 250th anniversary, but as the tanks roll towards the nation's capital, thousands of veterans and their families rally in protest. Plus, Elon Musk joins Trump's ever-growing list of loyal friends turned foe. Trump's former personal attorney, Michael Cohen, joins The Weekend to share his take on the fallout.

Elon Musk and President Donald Trump's relationship implodes publicly online in a very personal way. At the center of their dispute is President Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill," which Musk said was a "disgusting abomination." David Jolly and Yemisi Egbewole joins the Weekend to discuss what this could mean for the GOP in the midterms. Plus -- Kilmar Abrego Garcia's lawyer reacts to the federal charges filed against him.

President Donald Trump issued a flurry of executive actions this week, from a new travel ban to a renewed attack on President Biden. Could this be a distraction from his unpopular agenda? Additionally, a federal judge ruled that the Trump administration must restore AmeriCorps programs after DOGE slashed nearly $400M in grants. Three Democratic Attorneys General join The Weekend to discuss their recent legal win.

President Donald Trump and Elon Musk's fallout is just the beginning. MSNBC political analyst Alexi McCammond and New York Times White House Correspondent Tyler Pager join The Weekend to look into the possible repercussions from the feud. Plus, presidents have used the autopen for decades, including Trump. But now, an investigation has been launched by Trump into former president Joe Biden's use of the pen, stating he used it to cover his "cognitive decline." And, it's World Pride Day in Washington, DC.  As Americans join in on the celebration, the Trump administration is continuing its fight against LGBTQ+ communities. Laverne Cox joins The Weekend to share her thoughts.

RFK Jr.'s recent "Make America Healthy Again" (MAHA) report required tweaks from the Trump administration after experts pointed out it cited studies that did not exist. Many are wondering: Was artificial intelligence used to create the report?  Plus, a dive into the influence big tech companies have on the rise of artificial intelligence in the workplace. A new report suggests that AI could slash half of entry-level white-collar jobs. Tech journalist Karen Hao joins The Weekend to discuss.

The Trump agenda is facing pushback from all sides -- even from some Republican Senators -- on Trump's reconciliation bill and proposed budget. Rep. Brendan Boyle joins The Weekend to discuss the backlash and react to Sen. Joni Ernst's sarcastic apology for her comments on Medicaid cuts. Plus, deportation chaos. Rep. Yassamin Ansari joins The Weekend to share her recent surprise visit at an ICE detention center in Eloy, Arizona, where she described conditions as "sickening." And the hosts showcase their spelling skills in honor of the 100th anniversary of the Scripps spelling bee.

From Trump's promise of deporting millions falling short, to his sweeping tariffs not leading to economic prosperity, Trump's agenda is struggling. Chief White House Correspondent for The New York Times, Peter Baker, joins The Weekend to share one area where Trump isn't struggling: cashing in on the presidency. Plus, all signs are pointing to a "blue wave." The Democratic Party faces an uphill battle, but they are ready to push forward and win back Congress. Democratic strategist James Carville joins The Weekend to discuss Democrats' hope for the 2026 midterms.

Elon Musk officially leaves the Trump administration, but President Trump claims Musk is not really leaving. Eugene Robinson and Sam Stein join The Weekend to look back on Musk's time and DOGE's cuts since Trump took office. Plus, economic chaos. TACO or Trump Always Chickens Out is the new mantra on Wall Street as investors navigate the economic whiplash of Trump's global tariff chaos.

President Donald Trump continues to get a reality check from the judicial branch. Three major rulings this week halted tariffs, his attack on law firms, and the crackdown on Harvard University, but will he listen? Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield joins The Weekend to discuss. Plus, Harvard's bold message to the administration during its commencement ceremony.

This week, Republican lawmakers held town halls where they faced jeers regarding the proposed budget cuts in the "big beautiful bill". Representative Jasmine Crockett joins The Weekend to discuss. Plus, a look at Donald Trump's recent pardon and commutation recipients, which include popular reality TV stars, a former gang leader, and Republican politicians.

On Memorial Day weekend, Donald Trump addressed graduates at West Point with a campaign-style speech that celebrated his rollback of diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives and signaled plans to expand the military's involvement in immigration enforcement. Plus, an analysis of the "Big Beautiful Bill," which could add over $3 trillion to the deficit while slashing health care and food stamps. Then, Rev. Al Sharpton joins The Weekend to reflect on the fifth anniversary of George Floyd's murder.

Federal judges have now ordered the Trump administration to facilitate the return of wrongfully deported migrants, but they're continuing to disregard due process. Plus, six months after the 2024 election, Democrats finally show signs of fighting back. And, our friend and colleague Jonathan Capehart's new book "Yet Here I Am: Lessons from a Black Man's Search for Home" is officially out! He recounts stories from his life and finding his voice.

The city of Chicago is currently under investigation by the DOJ for its "diversity" hiring practice. Mayor Brandon Johnson joins The Weekend to discuss the investigation and how the city plans to stand up to Trump. Rep. Joe Neguse also joins the show to express concerns over President Donald Trump's dinner for investors of his Trump Meme Coin.

President Donald Trump is under fire from critics who are accusing him of corruption after the president held a private dinner at his Golf club in Northern Virginia for crypto investors who bought into his meme coin. April Ryan and Daniel Koh join The Weekend to discuss how Trump is pushing the limits of the presidency like never seen before.

President Donald Trump's ongoing battle with higher education is facing a dramatic escalation. Ankush Khardori joins The Weekend to discuss how a federal judge blocked the Trump administration's attempt to ban international students from enrolling at Harvard. Plus, no one is safe from Donald Trump weaponizing his Justice Department. The DOJ is opening investigations against Democrats and Trump's political rivals. And, Chasten Buttigieg, husband of former U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, joins The Weekend to share his new children's book, "Papa's Coming Home".

Trump's ‘One Big, Beautiful Bill' passed in the House, but it's now facing an uphill battle in the Senate. Plus, Secretary of State and Acting National Security advisor Marco Rubio is facing backlash after he drastically scaled down the size of the National Security Council. Rep. Madeleine Dean of the House Foreign Affairs committee joins The Weekend to share her reaction.

Trump hoped to return from his Middle East trip to good news, but instead he got major setbacks on his agenda. MSNBC contributor Sam Stein and MSNBC political analyst Molly Jong-Fast join The Weekend to discuss Trump's Middle East trip and the lavish gift he was offered. And, they look ahead as the House Budget Committee plans to reconvene tonight after blocking Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill" earlier this week. Plus, Trump declares a war on Walmart. He warns America's largest retailer to "eat the tariffs" instead of raising their prices.

Attorney General Pam Bondi is facing criticism for what some see as her operating like President Donald Trump's personal attorney, despite pledging to be independent and vowing to never let politics factor into her decisions during her confirmation hearing. President Trump's tariffs and budget are causing alarm for many states,, forcing The House Budget Committee to try again to pass his "Big Beautiful Bill" after right wing Republicans helped sink it on Friday. Connecticut  Gov. Ned Lamont joins The Weekend to discuss the his concerns about the bill.

Donald Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill" seeks to slash Medicaid and SNAP benefits, but it faces an uphill battle on Capitol Hill. Ultra-conservative House Republicans blocked it from seeing the House floor on Friday, and some Senate Republicans have already warned they won't accept the "megabill" without major changes. Former Governor John Kasich joins The Weekend to discuss. Plus, Trump accepts white South Africans into the U.S. despite mass deportation efforts.  

Donald Trump's agenda is in peril, and it's all because of Republican infighting. Ali Vitali and Kimberly Atkins Stohr react to how the House Budget Committee rejected the president's bill, which he officially named the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act." Plus, a federal judge describes the Trump administration's refusal to provide info in the Abrego Garcia case as "an exercise in utter frustration." And, New Orleans former mayor, Marc Morial, joins The Weekend to look ahead to next weekend as we mark five years since the horrific murder of George Floyd.

The Supreme Court extended a pause on the deportation of migrants in Northern Texas under the Alien Enemies Act. President Donald Trump returned from his trip to Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar after re-establishing U.S.-Middle East policy. Former CIA Director John Brennan joins The Weekend to discuss the President's latest approach to policy in the Middle-East.

After a four-day trip to the Middle East, Donald Trump is back in Washington, D.C., and plans to accept a used $400 million plane from Qatar. However, this proposed gift is drawing objections from House Democrats. Representative Jamie Raskin joins The Weekend to discuss how Congress intends to push back. Plus, the Supreme Court continues to block some deportations as Trump tries to undermine immigration law.

Despite passing numerous executive orders, President Donald Trump continues to play the blame game and make his cabinet members the culprits responsible for policies. And Republican infighting continues to threaten President Trump's domestic agenda as House committee members are set to consider parts of their budget bill this week. Rep. Steve Horsford joins The Weekend to discuss the latest challenges of getting the new bill passed and the GOP policies he says will screw over Americans, including proposed cuts to Medicaid.

Donald Trump's massive tariffs have targeted industries that rural states strongly depend on. Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear joins The Weekend to sound the alarm about its impacts on his constituents. Plus, a look ahead to the potentially historic Supreme Court arguments on birthright citizenship.

Democrats are sounding the alarm as Trump's tariffs are hurting Americans. Former senior adviser to President Biden, Mitch Landrieu, joins The Weekend to discuss how Democrats are ramping up their efforts to win back the working class. Plus, Trump's first major foreign trip. He plans on stopping in the Middle East to talk about a ceasefire in the Israel-Gaza war. MSNBC national security and intelligence analyst Marc Polymeropoulos and Ambassador Michael Carpenter join The Weekend to discuss that and the tariff war as trade talks continue between the U.S. and China.

ICE arrested Newark, New Jersey, Mayor Ras Baraka outside an ICE detention center as the White House continues to ramp up the intensity of its immigration policy. Also, a new directive in the Pentagon will see 1000 out transgender service members removed from the military. Col. Bree Fram of the  U.S. Space Force joins The Weekend to discuss the impact the new order will have on those members.

Donald Trump is intensifying his legal challenges with the courts by pushing for aggressive deportation policies and reducing the size of the federal government. Although federal judges have halted some of these efforts, the moves have unsettled many in the judiciary, leading Supreme Court justices to publicly defend judicial independence and call on attorneys to uphold the rule of law. Former Attorney General Eric Holder joins The Weekend to discuss.

Democrats continue their town hall tour through Republican districts. Senator Chris Murphy and Rep. Maxwell Frost join The Weekend to discuss their own recent tours, how Democrats should counter Trump's extreme agenda. Plus, their thoughts on the looming budget cuts as House Republicans scramble to get their budget bill across the finish line. And, former director of the National Economic Council, Gene Sperling and former Congressman Charlie Dent share their thoughts on Trump's chaotic economic policies and the recent trade talks with China.

Donald Trump is intensifying his retribution campaign against his critics, but some of them are pushing back. Meanwhile, our hosts break down his controversial 2026 budget proposal, which threatens major cuts to health care, education, and clean energy programs. Molly Jong-Fast and Brendan Buck join The Weekend to preview what the next 100 days of his presidency could bring.

Donald Trump's national security shakeup is causing new chaos in his administration. Former National Security Adviser John Bolton joins The Weekend to share his thoughts as Marco Rubio takes over as the interim NSA. Plus DNC Vice Chair David Hogg joins The Weekend to give insight into the big debate in the Democratic party over the best way forward ahead of midterms.

As the White House continues to move forward with its agenda, several court losses are forcing the Trump administration to rethink its  strategy. The losses come as its budget proposal for 2026 is drawing some major criticism, even from Republicans. Democratic Rep. Joe Neguse joins The Weekend to discuss his take on the administration's effort to cut $163 billion in federal spending.

We're just a few days removed from the 100-day mark of Donald Trump's second presidency, and it has been met with cabinet shakeups, legal challenges, rising costs, and many protests. Our hosts dive into these peculiar times with an expert panel of guests.

Since Trump took office over 100 days ago, DOGE has slashed thousands of federal workers' jobs. Everett Kelley and Michele Norris join The Weekend to discuss upcoming nationwide protests as people vent their frustration over the Trump agenda. Plus, Elon Musk is stepping away from his role in DOGE to shift back to his ailing companies. 

Democrats are holding rallies across the country urging Americans to resist the Trump agenda. Beto O'Rourke, Doug Jones and Rep. Greg Casar join the Weekend to discuss the role of progressives in the age of Trump. Democratic Rep. Josh Gottheimer and Republican Rep. Don Bacon hope their bipartisan bill will "return Congress' constitutionally authorized role in setting and approving U-S trade policy."

We're barely 100 days into Trump's second term in office and his approval rating is sinking as Americans criticize the White House's sweeping policy changes. MSNBC contributor Michele Norris and political analyst Brendan Buck discuss. Plus, Congresswoman Yassamin Ansari talks about traveling to El Salvador with fellow Congressional Democrats.

Trump's sweeping policy changes have left the country reeling from federal worker layoffs to a massive immigration overhaul. A former special counsel to President Barack Obama, Norm Eisen weighs in. Plus, states nationwide are fighting back against those policy changes. One of those state attorney generals, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, joins to discuss.

Trump might be beginning to realize that all of that business acumen he thinks he has, might not really exist. He's starting to soften his tariff stance as the markets quake. Former deputy director of the National Economic Council, Bharat Ramamurti, discusses. Plus, John McCarthy, President Biden's former senior adviser for political engagement who would meet with Pope Francis, discusses the Pope's legacy and how he influenced the political world. 

A Milwaukee County judge was arrest and charged by federal authorities after she allegedly misdirected federal agents away from an undocumented immigrant. This judge, Judge Hannah Dugan, says she's committed to the rule of law, but Attorney General Pam Bondi says some people think they're above the law. Congresswoman Maxine Dexter weighs in. Legal experts Joyce Vance and Lisa Rubin also discuss how the Trump administration is politicizing the legal fight over immigration. 

Former ICE official Jason Houser joins to discuss exclusive new video showing just how close a group of Venezuelan detainees were to being deported amid a late-night legal battle. Plus, Symone and Michael discuss the exploding generational divide in the DNC after  Vice Chair David Hogg announced his plan to primary older incumbent Demcorats

Aisha Braveboy, the State's Attorney for Prince George's County, Maryland, joins to discuss the tools at her disposal to hold people accountable for the mistaken deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia. Plus, former Chair of the Council of Economic Advisers Jared Bernstein on the new lawsuits facing Trump for his economy-tanking tariff regime. 

A late-night decision from the Supreme Court halts deportations of Venezuelan nationals under the Alien Enemies Act while litigation is underway. Virginia Congressman Suhas Subramanyam joins to discuss. Plus, despite the famous Hamilton line, "everything is legal in New Jersey," Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill doesn't want Elon Musk to think he can come through and just get away with cutting jobs. She joins to discuss. 

Trump has had an ongoing back-and-forth with the courts over his use of the Alien Enemies Act. In a late-night ruling, the Supreme Court halted deportations of Venezuelan nationals from Texas, just as at least one charter bus was set to leave a detention center there. This decision is temporary, while the litigation over Trump's use of this 18th century wartime law is underway. Maryland Congressman Glenn Ivey discusses. Plus, political analyst Anthony Coley and legal expert Ankush Khardori discuss what happens if Trump decides not to listen to judges' orders.

Tara Setmayer and Basil Smikle join to discuss Trump's tariff exemptions for tech titans after he said repeatedly that there would be no exemptions. Plus, ACLU Deputy Director Esha Bhandari on what's next for Columbia grad student Mahmoud Khalil after a judge ruled that he can be deported despite being charged with no crime.

United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain joins to discuss his stance on Trump's tariffs. Plus, Rep. Gregory Meeks, the ranking member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, on why Democrats fear Trump's economic policy is causing international damage and shaking the global financial order.

Economics Professor Justin Wolfers on his warning that "life will never be the same" after Trump's tariff regime. Plus, former HHS employee Mack Schroeder discusses his viral run-in with Indiana Senator Jim Banks who called him a "clown" who "probably deserved" to be fired.

George Conway makes the case that Trump and his allies are twisting the law to deport whoever they want for any reason. Plus, Eugene Daniels and Maria Teresa Kumar on the administration's plan to screen immigrants' social media accounts for "antisemitism."

America prepares for another week of tumbling stocks and rising prices. Meanwhile, Trump spent his weekend, where else? On the golf course trying to see if he "strike the iron" to a win...somewhere? Former Congressman Denver Riggleman and retired Lieutenant Colonel Amy McGrath discuss. Plus, the president of the American Federation of Government Employees, Everett Kelley, talks about the "Hands Off!" rallies across the country. 

Canadian International Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc joins to discuss Trump's chaotic tariff regime that has frayed the U.S.-Canadian partnership and completely upended the global economy. Plus, Michigan Senate Candidate Mallory McMorrow on her high-stakes race to help Democrats retake the U.S. Senate.

Trump's tariff tumult has left the world reeling.  Global leaders are scrambling to respond. Companies, both small and large, are worried about their futures. Most importantly, everyday Americans are not sure how they're going to afford retirement, rent and groceries. Former Congressman David Jolly and Congressman Robert Garcia discuss. Plus, two top National Security Agency officials are dismissed. Analyst and former executive editor of Defense One, Kevin Baron, weighs in.

Rep. Hakeem Jeffries joins to discuss Trump's torpedoing of the economy and the brewing battle over the Republican budget. Plus, Maya Wiley and Paola Ramos on the fight to bring home the man wrongly deported to an El Salvadorian mega-prison due to an "administrative error."

Trump has entered the Signal chat, despite supposedly not knowing what it is. What he does know, is that it is a "witch hunt." That's what the President told NBC's Kristen Welker exclusively on Saturday. Former Congressman Denver Riggleman and former deputy chief of staff to Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, Caroline Zier, discuss. Tuesday is also a critical state supreme court election in Wisconsin, an election that has already seen record-breaking turning and money spent. The chair of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin, Ben Wikler discusses. 

Elie Mystal and Mark Zaid join to discuss the "deeply disturbing" trend of international university students with pro-Palestinian views having their visas revoked and being detained or even deported. Plus, Rep. Jamie Raskin on the Trump Administration playing fast and loose with the justice system. 

Fist emoji, American flag and fire emoji...if you've been following the news this week, you know that refers to the now-infamous signal chat between senior Trump administration officials discussing military attack plans that also inadvertently included a journalist. Symone, Michael and Alicia discuss with Angelo Carusone, former Congressman Charlie Dent and former CIA director John Brennan.

Marc Elias joins to discuss the legal smackdown dealt against Trump's grudge-filled crusade against private law firms. Plus, Delaware Sen. Chris Coons on his call for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to resign for his role in the Signal-gate security fiasco.

NAACP President Derrick Johnson joins to discuss how Trump dismantling the Department of Education could impact students of color. Plus, Elon Musk appears to be trying to grow his influence in the Republican Party one donation at a time.

Former Obama special counsel Norm Eisen joins to discuss the potential consequences of a private law firm bending the knee to Trump. Plus, California Congressman Jimmy Gomez on his effort to bring the Democrats' message into Republican districts.

Who needs education anyway? That seems to be the question Trump is posing as he took his Sharpie and signed yet another executive order, working to dismantle the Education Department. Eugene Daniels and Tara Setmayer discuss. Plus, Elon Musk expands his influence, heading to the Pentagon with a mysterious itinerary. Congressman Gregory Meeks weighs in.

Trump has been known to show a disregard for the judicial system when he was a regular citizen, but now that he is the leader of the free world, he's taken that hostility to a whole new level. The sitting president of the United States of America is suggesting we impeach a sitting judge, because he blocked a Trump Administration effort. Legal experts Melissa Murray and Ankush Khardori weigh in. Plus, voters are showing up to town halls across the country frustrated and concerned that Congress isn't doing enough. Congressman Glenn Ivey talks about what he heard from his constituents in Maryland. 

Rep. Jim Clyburn joins to discuss being "blindsided" by Sen. Chuck Schumer caving to Trump's government funding bill. Plus, the president of the largest teacher's union in the country discusses Trump's plan to gut the Department of Education. 

House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries joins to discuss the rift in his party after a dramatic vote to fund the government.  Plus, a new NBC News poll finds voters souring on Trump's handling of the economy. 

Ten Democratic senators helped Republicans pass Trump and Musk's partisan government funding bill, and a lot of members of their party are unhappy about it. Plus, former Rep. Charlie Dent makes the case that Trump's tariffs give Democrats a massive opportunity to go on the offense.

Sen. Chuck Schumer faces the ire of furious Democrats incensed that he helped Trump and Musk pass their government funding bill. Plus, the detainment of a Columbia University student activist raises alarms over free speech in America.

Trump and his allies admit that America's economic future could be facing "a little disturbance" despite big campaign promises. Plus, Elon Musk appears to endorse a right-wing suggestion to pardon George Floyd's murderer.

The Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Committee discusses Democrats' plan to vote against Republicans' short-term government funding bill that she has deemed a "nonstarter." Plus, Wisconsin Supreme Court Candidate Judge Susan Crawford discusses the high-stakes race that could decide many critical issues in the state.

Trump and House Republicans are pushing forward with their multitrillion-dollar budget blueprint. Now, the Congressional Budget Office, which is nonpartisan, says that budget will not be able to move forward without cuts to Medicare and Medicaid. The ranking member of the Budget Committee, Congressman Brendan Boyle joins to discuss. Plus, Congressional town halls are getting louder nationwide, as voters call for lawmakers to fight back against Elon Musk's DOGE. Congressman Suhas Subramanyam talks about what he's hearing and how he's helping his constituents.

Trying to follow what is happening with Trump's tariff plan is nearly as hard as trying to figure out what some of our significant others are thinking: one minute they're hot, and the next cold... Former Congressman David Jolly and Molly Jong-Fast help try to keep track of it all. Plus, Trump might be following through on a long-held campaign promise. No, not lower the costs of eggs, but creating a tiered system for NATO. Former CIA Director John Brennan weighs in.

Global leaders are stepping up, rallying around President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as the rift between him and Trump deepens. Congresswoman Sara Jacobs, a member of the Foreign Affairs and Armed Services Committees talks about that as well as Trump's tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China, which take effect Tuesday. Speaking of Tuesday, that's also the day the president is set to address a joint session of Congress. Charlie Sykes and Tara Setmayer talk about what we can expect.

Rep. Melanie Stansbury says Americans can expect Democrats to get into some "good trouble" during Trump's upcoming Joint Address to Congress. Plus, Peter Baker joins to discuss his comparison of Donald Trump's media controls to the early days of Vladimir Putin.

It was the meeting seen around the world: Trump and his vice president openly berating the president of Ukraine, whose country was invaded by Russia three years ago. The globe is still reverberating from the clash and world leaders are responding. Former Congresswoman Barbara Comstock and Evelyn Farkas discuss. Plus, employees for the watchdog group, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau say Trump and Elon Musk are planning to fire nearly everyone and wind down the agency. Rohit Chopra, the CFPB's former director, talks about it.

John Bolton joins to discuss Donald Trump and JD Vance's Oval Office ambush of Volodymyr Zelenskyy on live TV. Plus, a former DOJ lawyer on the Trump Administration's demotion of senior federal prosecutors who handled some of the biggest January 6th cases.

Elon Musk's ultimatum: you've got one week to justify your work or you're out of a job. The billionaire posted that to X on Saturday, telling federal employees to defend themselves, but not every agency plans to comply, with leaders at the FBI and State Department telling their employees not to respond. Corey Brettschneider and Heath Mayo join to discuss. Plus, as eggs become a scarce commodity and measles cases rise, Dr. Kavita Patel discusses the public health concerns in America.

Elon Musk's massive DOGE cuts receive major backlash from voters, but many Republicans are still trying to defend them. Plus, Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser on the numerous lawsuits he's now involved in against the Trump Administration and the path forward for Democratic resistance.

Donald Trump fires the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff months after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth accused him of pushing a "woke" agenda. Plus, new DNC Chair Ken Martin on the Democrats' path forward as public opinion on Trump begins to sour.

Elon Musk's DOGE is now in more than a dozen agencies as Donald Trump calls for him to be even more aggressive after already cutting thousands of jobs. Plus, the second-largest egg producer in America on the skyrocketing price of eggs amid the bird flu outbreak.

As Trump proposes increasing tariffs on our trade partners across the globe, experts say you should get ready to pull out more cash from your wallet. Michael, Alicia and Symone talk to MSNBC political analyst Kimberly Atkins Stohr about how Trump's reciprocal tariff plan could raise inflation even more. Plus, Secretary of State Marco Rubio is in the Middle East talking the Israel-Hamas ceasefire. Next, he meets with the Russians over their invasion of Ukraine. Senator Jack Reed gives his advice to the Trump administration.

"He who saves the country does not violate any law." Trump, using a menacing Napoleon Bonaparte line, suggests yet again that he is above the law. Legal expert and founder of the Democracy Docket, Marc Elias, joins to discuss. Plus, Assistant Democratic Leader, Congressman Joe Neguse, talks about how Democrats are fighting back against the Trump administration.

Trump's legal cronies move to dismiss charges against Eric Adams prompting chaos and resignations in the Justice Department. Plus, Hamas releases three more hostages including one American Israeli.

Top Democrats says DOGE is "clearly breaking the law" as Elon Musk is blocked from accessing U.S. Treasury systems. Plus, former acting Labor Secretary Julie Su on Trump admitting that prices "could go up" despite vowing to bring them down.

George Conway joins to discuss New York Mayor Eric Adams' capitulation to the Trump Administration after the DOJ moved to dismiss the case against him. Plus, the Trump Administration works overtime to discredit America's legal system after multiple judges issued rulings against the administration's radical moves.

Trump has determined it's time for payback, announcing he'll strip security clearances from a former president, national security officials and multiple attorneys. A former special counsel to President Barack Obama and co-counsel to the House Judiciary Committee during Trump's first impeachment, Norm Eisen, discusses Trump's plan to strip him of his security clearance. Plus, Rep. John Garamendi talks about both the global and local impact of Trump targeting USAID.

Trump and his lackeys are gutting federal agencies, stripping longtime civil servants of their security clearances and firing government officials who have served both parties, including trying to get rid of the commissioner of the Federal Election Commission. The commissioner, Ellen Weintraub, discusses why it's illegal. Plus, Rep. Ro Khanna talks about Trump's second-hand man, Elon Musk and his relationship with the billionaire.

As soon as President Trump or Elon Musk tries to gut a federal office, a lawsuit quickly follows behind it. MSNBC legal analysts Mary McCord and Andrew Weissmann walk Alicia, Michael and Symone through some of the lawsuits that have been filed against the Trump Administration. Plus, Trump tried to rip apart USAID, hey, he even took down the sign outside the building, but a federal judge temporarily blocked that effort. Republican strategist and MSNBC legal analyst Susan del Percio gives her thoughts. 

If you give Elon Musk an inch, he'll take the oval office...Trump's new second-hand man is leading DOGE and ready to watch the heads roll. Connecticut Attorney General William Tong discusses his state's lawsuits against Musk and the Trump administration and where they stand. Plus, Congresswoman Madeleine Dean talks about how she and other Democratic Congresspeople are fighting to save the Department of Education.

In the age of a second Trump Administration, where the new president can issue memorandums on social media, we all know we live in the age of the screen. The world fights for our attention and many of us fight to be seen. MSNBC host of "All In with Chris Hayes," Chris Hayes, joins to talk about that as well as his new book, The Sirens' Call: How Attention Became the World's Most Endangered Resource. Plus, New York Governor Kathy Hochul talks about how she's standing up to a second Trump Administration.

Do some of Trump's recent executive orders sound familiar? They might, because Alicia, Michael and Symone have probably talked about them when they discussed Project 2025. The new chair of the Congressional Black Caucus, Congresswoman Yvette Clarke, discusses how many of Trump's recent actions in office sound very similar to items that can be read in the Project 2025: Mandate for Leadership. Plus, Stewart Rhodes' ex-wife, Tasha Adams, talks about her husband, his organization the Oath Keepers, and the new MSNBC film, "King of the Apocalypse."

Trump tries to get his loyalists approved in the Senate while working on another purge, this time from the FBI. NBC News justice reporter Ryan Reilly talks about that as well as the firings of January 6 prosecutors from the Justice Department. Plus, former CIA director John Brennan weighs in on Tulsi Gabbard and Kash Patel's confirmation hearings.

Trump Administration officials purge top FBI executives as Donald Trump's retribution campaign begins in full force against his perceived enemies. Plus, Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker on how Democrats can fight back against Trump's agenda of chaos. 

Sorry...he's not sorry...President Trump isn't feeling any shame after he unceremoniously fired 18 inspectors general. He told reporters that it's a "very common thing to do," despite the fact that it's actually not and there's actually a Congressional requirement to give these employees 30-days' notice. Congressman Steven Horsford talks about that as well as what Trump had to say during a visit to his Congressional district. Plus, Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester is about to grill RFK Jr. in one of his two days of confirmation hearings. She talks about what she expects.

Michael Fanone, one of the many DC police officers brutally attacked on January 6th, reacts to being told that he is "no longer a victim" after Donald Trump pardoned hundreds of the rioters. Plus, former CIA Director John Brennan discusses having his security clearance revoked as the president launches his retribution tour.

President Trump started his time White House with settling scores. Former Deputy Press Secretary for the Pentagon Sabrina Singh and former federal prosecutor Mary McCord weigh in. Plus, we're one week away from the Democratic National Committee chair election February 1, former 2020 Bernie Sanders campaign manager, Faiz Shakir, discusses his candidacy for the role.

A federal judge blocks Trump's executive order aimed at limiting birthright citizenship calling it "blatantly unconstitutional." Plus, former Capitol Police Officer Harry Dunn reactions to Trump's pardoning of hundreds of January 6th rioters. 

Inauguration preview special

A precarious cease-fire begins between Israel and Hamas as both sides begin the process of freeing hostages. Plus, Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand on her role holding Trump's cabinet picks accountable.

Hamas releases the names of three hostages it plans to release into Israeli custody as a delicate cease-fire holds. Plus, TikTok tries to schmooze Trump after the app goes dark for 170 million American users overnight.

Frigid weather forces Donald Trump's inauguration indoors while his picks for top cabinet posts get their own icy reception from Democrats on Capitol Hill. Plus, the hosts discuss the impending ban on TikTok as the app says it will go dark without "definitive" assurances.

President Biden uses his final days in office to warn of the "oligarchy" threatening American democracy. Plus, Dr. Bernice King, the daughter of Martin Luther King Jr., on her message for Americans two days before Trump takes power again. 

Marianne Williamson is ready to throw her hat back into the Democratic ring. She's announced her candidacy for DNC chair, and she joins to discuss her plans for the party. Plus, one week until unified power. That's how long until Donald Trump is sworn into office. But even before the felon-elect puts his hand on the Bible, he's attacking the people who are trying to fight the deadly wildfires in California. The Washington Post's Jacqueline Alemany joins to discuss. 

Get ready to watch some of Trump's top cabinet picks try and secure their jobs at their Senate confirmation hearings this week. Former CIA director John Brennan explains why some of Trump's intelligence picks should be disqualified from those positions. Plus, Santa Monica, California mayor, Lana Negrete, talks about what is happening on the ground in and around her city.

A convicted felon will become president for the first time in history. President-elect Donald Trump was officially sentenced to unconditional release for 34 felonies in New York. Lawyers Andrew Weissmann and Marc Elias talk about the sentencing and how to hold Trump accountable in his second term. Plus, California's attorney general, Rob Bonta talks about what is happening on the ground in Los Angeles as tens of thousands are displaced by wildfires.

After Donald Trump became the first former president to be convicted of a felony, he took to Truth Social to air his grievances, including complaining about a key witness in the hush-money trial, Michael Cohen. He talks about Trump's sentencing and why he wants President Joe Biden to pardon him. Plus, as Republicans take over DC, Trump is getting ready to hold court at Mar-a-Lago, hosting meetings with multiple different Republican groups. Punchbowl's senior Congressional reporter Melanie Zanona joins to discuss.

Donald Trump hosts a reunion of election deniers at Mar-a-Lago the weekend before the four-year anniversary of the January 6th attack on the Capitol. Plus, Rep. Bennie Thompson, the former chair of the January 6th Committee, on being awarded the Presidential Citizens Medal by President Biden. 

Some of Donald Trump's political adversaries are being advised by an attorney to leave the country at the beginning of his second term amid fears of a potential revenge tour. Plus, Mary McCord on the legal double-whammy hitting Trump in the final weeks before Inauguration Day. 

2025 is already starting off to be one for the history books. Speaker Mike Johnson gets to keep the gavel, on the first vote no less, and Judge Merchan has ordered President-Elect Trump to appear in court on January 10th to be sentenced in his New York hush money case. For the first time in history, we will have a felon serving as president. DC Mayor Muriel Bowser discusses the preparations underway for inauguration as well as what she says about her "genuine" meeting with Trump. Plus, DNC Chair candidate, James Skoufis, on where he wants to see Democrats invest more resources.

Donald Trump is set to be sentenced in the election interference case just days before his second inauguration.  Plus, Rep. Pramila Jayapal on the start of the 119th Congress and how Republicans are already playing dirty.