All In with Chris Hayes

Obama’s surprise call to Zohran Mamdani revealed by NYT

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Aug 15, 2025
Jamie Raskin, Democratic Congressman from Maryland and ranking member of the Judiciary Committee, dives into pivotal topics ranging from Gavin Newsom's redistricting plans to Donald Trump's controversial remarks about the Epstein case. He discusses the alarming trends of federal overreach and the importance of bipartisan efforts in tackling gerrymandering. Raskin also reflects on a significant call from Obama to Zohran Mamdani, emphasizing themes of hope and progressive change within the Democratic Party during turbulent political times.
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Newsom Frames Redistricting As Counterattack

  • Governor Gavin Newsom frames mid-decade redistricting as necessary to 'meet fire with fire' against GOP gerrymandering.
  • He presents California's plan as a strategic counter to Trump's push for more Republican seats elsewhere.
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D.C. Policing Seen As Political Provocation

  • Jamie Raskin argues federal occupation tactics in D.C. are deliberate provocation tied to broader authoritarian tendencies.
  • He links the policing moves to attempts to suppress local governance and shift the national conversation.
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Epstein Files May Drive Federal Moves

  • Raskin connects the surge in federal action to efforts to hide scrutiny of the Epstein files and related Justice Department moves.
  • He highlights Maxwell's unusual transfer and personnel changes as evidence of cover-up dynamics.
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