The Briefing with Jen Psaki

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.

Andrew Bakaj, whistleblower counsel explaining legal paths for intelligence-tipoffs. Jamie Raskin, Maryland lawmaker focused on DOJ conduct and election threats. James Walkinshaw, Virginia rep on oversight probing Epstein links. Yassamin Ansari, Arizona rep involved in the deposition and committee findings. They dissect a chaotic Clinton deposition, missing DOJ files, possible election emergency plans, and whistleblower access challenges.

Gavin Newsom, California governor and national progressive leader, explains why he shifted tactics to expose Trump and MAGA narratives. He criticizes corporate and media capitulation. He warns about election interference risks, assesses potential successors like J.D. Vance and Marco Rubio, and stresses state-level vigilance for election integrity.

Abigail Spanberger, Virginia governor and Democratic responder, critiques the administration and outlines party priorities. She challenges tariffs and their impact on affordability. She condemns harsh immigration tactics and calls for accountable law enforcement. She warns about national security risks and highlights corruption and the need for democratic action.

Elizabeth Warren, U.S. Senator and former law professor, explains legal and policy fallout from the Supreme Court tariff ruling. J.B. Pritzker, Illinois governor and businessman, describes how tariffs hit Illinois families and his effort to seek refunds. They discuss Trump's use of tariffs for personal and political gain, examples of favoritism, and the hurdles to getting Americans their money back.

Skye and Amanda Roberts, brother and sister‑in‑law of Virginia Roberts Giuffre, share emotional reaction and advocacy perspective after the arrest of former Prince Andrew. Ro Khanna, U.S. Representative and Oversight Committee member, discusses Les Wexner’s deposition and calls for accountability around the Epstein network. Multiple short conversations focus on evidence, investigations, and U.S. inaction compared to other countries.

Wes Moore, Maryland governor and former nonprofit leader and author, joins to critique federal overreach and election interference. He discusses redistricting fights, limits on local ICE cooperation, and concerns about federal agents at polls. Short, pointed conversation about the optics and stakes of national tactics aimed at state elections.

Terry Moran, former ABC national correspondent, offers media analysis on corporate pressure and FCC influence. Jasmine Crockett, U.S. Representative from Texas and Senate candidate, discusses her Texas race, a Paramount phone call about a rival interview, and upcoming testimony tied to the Epstein probe. They explore censorship, equal-time questions, and how media power shapes political coverage.