Best Andrew Weissmann Podcasts (2024)

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Trigger Avenue 46:25

1d ago46:25

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This week, MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord dive deep into several pending motions, including Jack Smith’s pre-trial motion to modify Trump's conditions of release in the Florida documents case, which would effectively impose a gag order, just under a different legal principle. Plus: Trump’s push to end the post-trial gag order…

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Post-Trial and Pre-Trial 44:32

9d ago44:32

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Former President Trump awaits his sentencing in New York, but he wants the gag order lifted in the meantime. Is that typical? Veteran prosecutors Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord break down that motion, and the mechanics of sentencing in the lead up to July 11th. They also highlight Attorney General Merrick Garland’s recent op-ed calling for an end…

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The Disinformation Campaign 50:16

17d ago50:16

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It’s been less than a week since the jury reached a verdict in Donald Trump’s criminal trial and the political spin on the result is dizzying. MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord seek to debunk several claims entered into the public discourse, especially around the Department of Justice being involved in a state case and that the …

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BONUS: Witness to History 42:39

19d ago42:39

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In a new special, Andrew Weissmann, Rachel Maddow and our team give an intimate and personal look inside the Trump courtroom. They tell some never-before-heard stories about what it was like to witness, firsthand, some of the most explosive moments of the trial. In addition to Rachel and Andrew, you'll hear from Joy Reid, Lawrence O’Donnell, Chris …

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“We Have a Verdict” 48:16

21d ago48:16

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Donald J. Trump, the former president and presumptive 2024 Republican nominee, was found guilty on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records. Veteran prosecutors Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord reflect on the gravity of the verdict and offer insights into what comes next in terms of sentencing and the appeals process.…

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In Closing 56:52

23d ago56:52

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It’s a historic moment, as the country awaits the jury’s verdict in the first ever criminal trial of a former president. To assess the gravity of what each side needed to convey in summations, MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord scrutinize the approach to closing arguments by both the defense and the prosecution. Then, they turn t…

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"The E-mail Speaks for Itself" 48:07

27d ago48:07

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Ahead of Tuesday’s closing arguments in the first ever criminal trial of a former president, MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord detail Tuesday’s crushing cross examination of Robert Costello by Susan Hoffinger, and what it means for the defense’s attempt to undermine Michael Cohen’s credibility. Then, what listeners should infer …

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130,000 Reasons 50:12

1M ago50:12

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Donald Trump’s defense team rested on Tuesday without calling the former President to the stand. But some crucial points were made before the conclusion of Michael Cohen’s cross examination that veteran prosecutors Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord explain in depth. They also weigh in on some courtroom tactics that worked and others that didn’t go o…

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How do you Solve a Problem like Michael Cohen? 51:22

1M ago51:22

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A recurring theme in Michael Cohen’s testimony this week was his evolving moral compass. Analyzing the last day of direct examination, veteran prosecutors Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord draw out some distinctions to be mindful of, and what the intense cross examination from defense attorney Todd Blanche was alluding to. In their estimation, the s…

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'For the Benefit of Mr. Trump' 51:35

1M ago51:35

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With Michael Cohen testifying in the New York criminal trial this week, MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord take stock of the style and the substance of the assertions made by Trump’s former lawyer and ‘fixer’. Andrew was in the courtroom for the first day of Michael Cohen’s testimony and shares some first-person impressions as th…

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It's Not About Sex 48:30

1M ago48:30

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We head into the “eye of the storm” as MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord explore the nature of Stormy Daniel’s testimony in depth, and why her credibility is less at issue than that of others who facilitated the hush payments to her. Then, they turn their prosecutorial expertise to understanding why the defense’s mistrial motion…

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Exhibits 35 and 36 47:41

1M ago47:41

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As witness testimony continues today with Stormy Daniels in Donald Trump’s New York criminal trial, jurors also recently heard from former Trump advisor Hope Hicks and longtime Trump Organization controller Jeff McConney. After trading some testimony takeaways, veteran prosecutors Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord get nerdy on the significance of ex…

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Color From the Courtroom 49:53

2M ago49:53

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As week three of Donald Trump’s criminal trial wraps up in New York, Andrew Weissmann paints a first-hand picture of the scene—both outside and inside the courtroom — after attending on Thursday. Then, he and fellow MSNBC legal analyst Mary McCord recount the gist of Keith Davidson’s testimony and cross-examination. And Andrew and Mary answer liste…

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It’s Only Tuesday 46:19

2M ago46:19

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Donald Trump’s New York criminal trial is back in session Tuesday, as Judge Merchan fines Trump $9000 for gag order violations. Last week, David Pecker wrapped up his testimony, detailing the catch and kill scheme, and jurors also heard from Trump’s assistant, Rhona Graff, and bank executive Gary Farro. After examining the art of cross-examination,…

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The Presidency Before the Supreme Court 51:37

2M ago51:37

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Yesterday, the Supreme Court heard arguments over Donald Trump’s claim of presidential immunity, which will have implications beyond whether he is shielded from criminal prosecution in the January 6th case. MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord go deep on what arguments to pay attention to. This, as the New York trial wraps up a wee…

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Live Coverage: Supreme Court Hears Trump’s Immunity Claim 2:40:12

2M ago2:40:12

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Donald Trump’s lawyers argue before the Supreme Court that he should be granted immunity for his efforts to overturn the 2020 election results. Hear every word of the oral arguments in a case with potentially huge implications for Trump, the 2024 election and the nation’s rule of law.By Michael Dreeben, Neil Gorsuch, Amy Coney Barrett, Sonia Sotomayor, Clarence Thomas, John G. Roberts, Samuel A. Alito, Elena Kagan, Brett M. Kavanaugh, Ketanji Brown Jackson, D. John Sauer

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Opening Statements 44:18

2M ago44:18

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This week, Donald Trump’s New York criminal trial began in earnest with opening statements and testimony from former AMI CEO, David Pecker. MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord break down the essence of the openings from both sides and how the statements will illuminate aspects of the trial in the coming weeks. Plus, Judge Merchan …

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The Jury Is Seated, with Readings from Robert De Niro and Glenn Close 38:02

2M ago38:02

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The twelve-person jury has been seated in the New York criminal case against Donald Trump. MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord detail the latest alleged gag order violations and give insights into the jury selection process. Then, they analyze District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s own words, through his Statement of Facts submitted in t…

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In a Manhattan Courtroom 45:35

2M ago45:35

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On Monday, jury selection began in what is the first and potentially only criminal trial former President Trump may face before the November election. Veteran prosecutors Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord detail the jury selection process and what to track about the motions being filed, including one to hold Trump in contempt for violating a gag ord…

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Live Coverage: New York v. Donald Trump 1:24:08

2M ago1:24:08

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After the first day of jury selection in the New York criminal case before Judge Juan Merchan, Ari Melber leads special coverage on what’s at stake and what to expect in the coming weeks. This is the first-ever criminal trial of a former president, and to break down the historic significance, Ari is joined by Rachel Maddow, Andrew Weissmann, and ot…

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BONUS: The Stakes of Immigration with Aaron Reichlin-Melnick 1:05:52

2M ago1:05:52

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As a bonus for listeners, we’re sharing the first episode of a special series from “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes Podcast,” called “WITHpod 2024: The Stakes.” For the first time since 1892, we have an election in which both candidates have presidential records. It’s a unique chance to take a hard look at what both Joe Biden and Donald Trum…

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History in the Making 51:04

2M ago51:04

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Donald Trump is on the precipice of his New York criminal trial, a historical first for a former president. Veteran prosecutors Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord give a primer on the who, what, when, where and why of Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s case, as both sides prep for jury selection. Then they head to Florida, where tensions are e…

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The Fair Administration of Justice 43:46

3M ago43:46

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With the New York trial looming, veteran prosecutors Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord set the table for what to expect: anticipating more delay tactics from Trump’s legal team, and the importance of Judge Merchan’s gag order reinforcement and clarification. They also look at several bar hearings held to decide whether John Eastman and Jeffrey Clark…

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Ups and Downs in New York 43:10

3M ago43:10

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Former President Trump was back in a New York courtroom on Monday, as Judge Merchan set a mid-April trial date for the hush money case against him brought by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg. Veteran prosecutors Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord set expectations as the countdown to jury selection begins. Then, they turn to the appeals court d…

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The Trump Indictments, read by Peter Coyote and Renée Elise Goldsberry 49:57

3M ago49:57

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Veteran federal prosecutor Andrew Weissmann welcomes back his colleague and co-author Melissa Murray for the second in this special two-part series of Prosecuting Donald Trump. Their book: The Trump Indictments: The Historic Charging Documents with Commentary, collects the four unprecedented indictments against Donald Trump and features extensive c…

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The Trump Indictments, read by Glenn Close and Liam Neeson 47:18

3M ago47:18

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Veteran federal prosecutor Andrew Weissmann welcomes his colleague and co-author Melissa Murray for a special two-part episode of Prosecuting Donald Trump. Their new book: The Trump Indictments: The Historic Charging Documents with Commentary, collects the four unprecedented indictments against Donald Trump and features extensive footnotes, comment…

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Two Steps Forward, One Step Back 49:18

3M ago49:18

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Delays persist in several of the cases against former president Trump, including in the New York case that was set to begin next week. MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord detail what led to the delay in receiving documents from the U.S. Attorney in Manhattan. They also review Judge Cannon’s decision on Trump’s motion to dismiss th…

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Live Coverage: The Trump Indictments 44:04

3M ago44:04

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Tonight on MSNBC’s one hour special on “The Trump Indictments:” MSNBC Legal Analysts Andrew Weissmann and Melissa Murray cover the latest developments in Donald Trump's criminal cases and reflect on whether the American justice system has so far proven it can meet the challenge of Donald Trump’s attempts to destroy democracy. Also, Rep. Jaime Raski…

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Immunity Take Two... and Three 37:11

3M ago37:11

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In a last-ditch effort to delay, delay, delay- Donald Trump’s legal team submitted a motion on Monday to pause the New York trial on election interference (a.k.a. the ‘hush money’ case) until the Supreme Court decides on immunity. MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord break that down, and how it differs from the motion to dismiss th…

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Troupis, Chesebro & Trump 37:53

4M ago37:53

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After the settlement in Wisconsin over the fraudulent electors scheme, veteran prosecutors Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord analyze the importance of what came to light as a result of the litigation against James Troupis, Kenneth Chesebro and 10 ‘alternate’ electors. Mary was part of the team arguing the case and gives expansive context to the ongo…

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Justice Delayed 30:29

4M ago30:29

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The Supreme Court of the United States announced Wednesday that they'll take up former President Donald Trump’s claims for immunity, throwing yet another delay into Trump’s DC trial. Veteran prosecutors Mary McCord and Andrew Weissmann explain the High Court’s order, what options the justices have, and what Special Counsel Jack Smith can do to get …

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A Flurry of Motions 38:31

4M ago38:31

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The nation continues to watch for a decision from the Supreme Court on both the Colorado ballot issue and Trump’s presidential immunity claim. In the meantime, MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord detail the flurry of motions filed by Trump’s lawyers in the Florida classified documents case in an effort to have the case thrown out.…

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Rick Wilson, Barbara McQuade & Carlos Lozada 57:36

4M ago57:36

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The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson examines how the Republicans are shooting themselves in the foot by targeting IVF. Former US Attorney Barbara McQuade details her new book, ‘Attack from Within: How Disinformation Is Sabotaging America.’ The New York Times’ Carlos Lozada details his new book, ‘The Washington Book: How to Read Politics and Politicia…

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Stuart Stevens, Mary Pat Hector & Dr. Uche Blackstock 50:39

4M ago50:39

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The Lincoln Project’s Stuart Stevens examines the divisions in the Democratic Party from an outside view. Rise’s Mary Pat Hector tells us how to get out the Gen Z vote for Dems in the 2024 election. Dr. Uche Blackstock details her new book, ‘LEGACY: A Black Physician Reckons with Racism in Medicine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati…

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Sen. Debbie Stabenow, Rep. Colin Allred & Catherine Rampell 55:16

4M ago55:16

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Senator Debbie Stabenow examines the complexities of Michigan politics as their presidential primary looms. Rep. Colin Allred updates us on his run against Sen. Lyin’ Ted Cruz in Texas on the three-year anniversary of the senator’s trip to Cancun. The Washington Post columnist Catherine Rampell makes the argument for why immigration is good for the…

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Half a Billion and Counting 36:02

4M ago36:02

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Court watchers are closely monitoring two decisions from the Supreme Court: a ruling on Trump’s motion to stay the decision on immunity from the DC Circuit and whether the former president is disqualified from appearing on Colorado primary ballot. MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord detail what to watch for there, and review Judge…

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Rick Wilson, Michael Tomasky & Jonathan Blitzer 53:53

4M ago53:53

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The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson dismantles the idea of “swapping out” President Biden. The New Republic’s Michael Tomasky critiques the media coverage of the 2024 election. The New Yorker’s Jonathan Blitzer outlines his new book “Everyone Who Is Gone Is Here: The United States, Central America, and the Making of a Crisis.” See omnystudio.com/list…

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BONUS: Alex Wagner Tonight with Rachel Maddow and Lawrence O'Donnell 43:38

4M ago43:38

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Judge Arthur Engoron has fined Donald Trump more than $350 million in damages in the former president's civil fraud case. Trump is also barred him from running businesses in New York for three years. Trump said on Friday that he would appeal the decision. Rachel Maddow and Lawrence O'Donnell join for a special episode of Alex Wagner Tonight to disc…

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Dan Nathan, Jay Willis & Rachel Bade 56:58

4M ago56:58

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Balls & Strikes editor Jay Willis details the latest legal maneuvers that will determine Trump’s legal jeopardy. On The Tape host Dan Nathan examines where the perceptions of our economy meet the statistics. Politico’s Rachel Bade updates us on the never-ending chaos in Congress. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. The post Dan Nat…

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Tim Miller, Andrew Weissmann & Theda Skocpol 55:53

4M ago55:53

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The Bulwark’s Tim Miller gives an inside look at the RNC shakeup. MSNBC legal analyst Andrew Weissmann details Robert Hur’s significant strides in his job qualifications. Harvard professor Theda Skocpol examines how the right wing is mutating. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. The post Tim Miller, Andrew Weissmann & Theda Skocpol…

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Last Call for Immunity 37:04

4M ago37:04

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In a last-ditch effort for total immunity, former President Donald Trump asked the Supreme Court to pause proceedings in the DC election subversion case while the high court decides whether to take up his appeal. MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord discuss the merits of Trump’s arguments and how the court may proceed. They also we…

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Mika Brzezinski, Rick Wilson & Adam Carlson 53:25

4M ago53:25

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MSNBC’s Mika Brzezinski tells us about her journey to help women believe in themselves as well as her journey as a mentor. The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson assails Robert Hur’s assessment of President Biden in his report on the president’s handling of classified documents. Pollster Adam Carlson talks to us about the flaws in polling for the 2024 e…

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A Momentous Day 42:36

4M ago42:36

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Veteran prosecutors Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord gather for an additional episode this week to share their insights and takeaways from Thursday’s oral arguments before the Supreme Court. At issue: whether former President Trump can be barred from Colorado’s Republican primary ballot due to the 14th Amendment’s insurrection clause. Then, a revie…

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Sen. Chris Murphy, Dahlia Lithwick & Matt Fuller 52:23

4M ago52:23

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Connecticut Senator Chris Murphy details the silver linings to the GOP sinking the border bill. The Daily Beast’s Washington Bureau Chief Matt Fuller surveys the chaos in the House under Speaker MAGA Mike Johnson’s rule. Slate’s Dahlia Lithwick reads between the lines of today’s Supreme Court hearing on Trump’s ballot eligibility.” See omnystudio.c…

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BONUS: SCOTUS Hears Colorado Ballot Issue 2:09:32

4M ago2:09:32

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The Supreme Court heard arguments today in the unprecedented case that could threaten former President Donald Trump’s eligibility to appear on the primary ballot in Colorado. Listen to the full hearing here.By NBC News

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Charlie Sykes, Michael Isikoff, Daniel Klaidman & Emily Atkin 51:54

4M ago51:54

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The Bulwark’s Charlie Sykes discusses the GOP’s mind-bending flip-flop on their own border bill. Michael Isikoff and Daniel Klaidman detail their new book, ‘Find Me the Votes: A Hard-Charging Georgia Prosecutor, a Rogue President, and the Plot to Steal an American Election.’ HEATED editor Emily Atkin examines the misinformation surrounding Biden’s …

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Citizen Trump 48:04

5M ago48:04

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On Tuesday, the US Appeals Court for the DC Circuit unanimously ruled that former President Trump is not immune from prosecution as it relates to his actions after the 2020 election. MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord detail what the decision means and what happens next. This, as we await Thursday's oral arguments before the Supr…

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Rick Wilson, Daniella Ballou-Aares & Arelis Hernandez 53:10

5M ago53:10

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The Lincoln Project’s own Rick Wilson examines how Trump and the GOP are dealing with Biden’s strong economy. The Leadership Now Project’s Daniella Ballou-Aares, the CEO, details how they mobilize business leaders to protect democracy. The Washington Post’s Arelis Hernandez drops in for a boots-on-the-ground report from the Texas-Mexico border. See…

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Dana Milbank, Harry Litman, Gina Ortiz Jones & Lauren Miller 53:42

5M ago53:42

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The Washington Post columnist Dana Milbank plays out Trump vs. Biden’s chances of expanding their respective electorates. Talking Feds’ Harry Litman previews Trump’s incoming legal woes. Find Out PAC founders Gina Ortiz Jones and Lauren Miller discuss their new PAC aimed at removing the judges in Texas who denied them medical care. See omnystudio.c…

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E. Jean Carroll, Roberta Kaplan, Al Franken & Brian Klass 54:41

5M ago54:41

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E. Jean Carroll and Roberta Kaplan discuss their significant victory over President Trump and what’s next in their quest for justice. The Al Frank Show’s Al Franken analyzes the posturing among his former colleagues regarding immigration reform. Brian Klaas introduces his new book, ‘Fluke: Chance, Chaos, and Why Everything We Do Matters’. See omnys…

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