The Briefing with Jen Psaki

Terry Moran, veteran broadcast journalist known for national reporting, discusses press freedom and wartime coverage. Ali Velshi, MSNOW data reporter, breaks down Illinois primary results from the big board. They tackle media pressure, disputed Iran narratives, intelligence versus public claims, and how election data and on-the-ground reporting shape the story.

Bobby Pulido, two-time Latin Grammy-winning Tejano singer running for Congress in Texas, discusses local politics and campaign tactics. Fiona Hill, former NSC Russia expert, analyzes foreseeable international fallout and geopolitical ripple effects. Brig. Gen. Steven M. Anderson (Ret.), retired military analyst, assesses operational risks and force posture. Barbara Starr, longtime Pentagon correspondent, warns briefings are becoming performative and eroding norms.

James Talarico, Texas state representative and Democratic Senate nominee, campaigns on affordability and opposing the war in Iran. He discusses how the Iran conflict is reshaping Texas politics and criticizes reckless policy choices. Short, clear conversations cover community impacts, campaign strategy against GOP infighting, and efforts to unite voters around economic and moral priorities.

Michael McFaul, former U.S. ambassador to Russia and international relations scholar, and Pete Hegseth, former Fox News host now leading the Pentagon's image, are featured. They discuss alleged U.S. responsibility for a strike on a school, Pentagon photo ops versus battlefield planning, how Iran resilience and Hormuz disruptions reshape geopolitics, and who stands to gain from the chaos.

Adam Schiff, U.S. senator and former House Intelligence chair, urges hearings and accountability on the Iran conflict. Sean Harris, retired Army brigadier general and farmer, describes his surprising runoff performance and views on the war. They discuss mixed messaging from the Trump administration, conflicting claims about a school strike, and political fallout from the conflict.

Joe Neguse, U.S. Representative focused on oversight and accountability. Paul Eaton, retired Major General with military expertise. They probe Trump's casual wartime comments and unclear military aims. They discuss risks of deploying troops, propaganda-style government messaging, investigations into Kristi Noem's contracting, and withheld Epstein-related documents.

Tim Walz, governor of Minnesota and former congressman, discusses DHS actions in his state and demands accountability. He recounts harms linked to ICE and calls for investigations. Short takes cover concerns about DHS leadership, confirmation fights, and the broader national security risks as lawmakers push for oversight.

Mark Kelly, U.S. Senator and ex-Navy pilot focused on national security, and Beto O'Rourke, former U.S. Representative turned Texas organizer, join the conversation. They dissect chaotic justifications for strikes on Iran and the risks of unclear military aims. They also explore rising Democratic energy in Texas, turnout boosts, and the high-stakes fights shaping future elections.

Chris Hayes, political commentator offering legal and political perspective. Paul Adams, Dallas County elections administrator explaining logistics. Rosa Flores, local reporter sharing voter interviews. Jasmine Crockett, U.S. Congresswoman addressing vote-counting controversy. Ali Velshi, TV journalist analyzing real-time vote stats. They discuss Dallas polling confusion, court orders on ballots, late vote surges, and how counting delays reshape narratives.

Soledad O'Brien, journalist and award‑winning producer, joins to discuss media consolidation and Larry Ellison's big acquisitions. Short takes cover concerns about CNN’s future under new ownership. She also plugs her documentary and flags how corporate moves could reshape local news and reporting.