The Briefing with Jen Psaki Trump spirals as shutdown calls for leadership skills he lacks, a problem endemic to his team
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Oct 8, 2025 
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Top Lawyer Avoids Accountability
- Jen Psaki highlights that Attorney General Pam Bondi repeatedly dodged direct questions during a Capitol Hill hearing.
- Bondi redirected to the FBI, launched personal attacks, and relied on scripted notes instead of taking responsibility.
In Charge Yet Playing Victim
- Psaki argues the Republican leadership acts like victims despite controlling the federal government.
- This victim posture undermines credibility as polls show the public blames Trump and Republicans for the shutdown.
Confused Leadership On Operational Matters
- Trump publicly minimized airport delays and blamed Democrats while showing confusion over shutdown details.
- Psaki notes this reflects his lack of engagement with policy, negotiations, and leadership duties.