The Briefing with Jen Psaki

Trumpworld shocked: Governing is hard!

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May 30, 2025
Dan Goldman, a New York Congressman known for confronting ICE agents in Manhattan, joins the discussion about the stark realities of governing. They dive into the complexities Trump faces with his administration's legal challenges and the intricacies of global issues like the Ukraine war. The chat reveals how Trump's political rhetoric doesn't align with actual governance, showcasing community responses to immigration policies and the fallout from controversial figures like Elon Musk. Personal stories highlight the fears of those impacted by aggressive immigration enforcement.
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INSIGHT

Governing Is Harder Than Tweets

  • Donald Trump and his allies are learning the hard way that governing is much harder than making bold claims or posting on social media.
  • The complexity of issues like tariffs and international conflicts shows that policy work requires more than rhetoric.
ANECDOTE

Dan Bongino's Tough Reality Check

  • Dan Bongino, a former podcast host who criticized the FBI, is now the deputy FBI director and is under intense pressure.
  • His personal struggles highlight how difficult real government roles can be compared to commentary.
INSIGHT

Health Report Reveals Flaws

  • RFK Jr., promoting fringe medical theories, released a report with many citation errors, undermining credibility.
  • Running a complex health bureaucracy demands rigorous science and accuracy, revealing gaps in his approach.
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