The Briefing with Jen Psaki Republicans strain to explain election failures, ignoring the obvious
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Nov 7, 2025 
Wes Moore, the Governor of Maryland and a champion of progressive policies, discusses crucial topics like SNAP funding and redistricting. He explains Maryland's $62 million measure to support SNAP benefits while federal aid is delayed. Moore emphasizes the importance of translating electoral victories into actionable policies and critiques the narrative around voter dissatisfaction. The conversation also touches on bipartisan efforts in redistricting to ensure fair maps for upcoming elections.
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Performance Over Policy
- Wes Moore says Republican actions since the election show performative responses, not real policy shifts.
- He highlights continued shutdown inaction and SNAP legal battles as evidence.
Use State Funding To Bridge Federal Gaps
- Act proactively when federal leadership fails: Wes Moore authorized $62 million to cover two weeks of SNAP in Maryland.
- Use state resources temporarily to protect residents while pressing the federal government for a lasting solution.
Filibuster Push Is Power Play
- Trump floated ending the filibuster while tying it to voting restrictions like mail-in voting limits and voter ID.
- Psaki and guests interpret this as a power-consolidation move to block future Democratic electoral gains.