Former Republican Communications Director Tara Setmayer and Corey Brettschneider, co-host of "The Oath and the Office" podcast join The Weeknight to discuss the Democratic Leadership's response to Trump's authoritarian tactics. Plus, Rep. Eric Swalwell weighs in on defense Secretary Pete Hegseth being grilled by Senate Democrats today.

JD Vance is in Los Angeles as ICE raids ramp up and the Trump admin blocks members of Congress from detention facilities. Reps. Bennie Thompson and Judy Chu join The Weeknight to discuss. Plus, Democrats are reasserting their power as Trump considers military action in Iran – without getting approval from Congress. And the latest as a federal judges orders the release of pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil from federal custody after over 100 days in detention.