The Brian Lehrer Show Thursday Morning Politics: Cease-Fire Deal; Government Shutdown Continues
Oct 9, 2025
Jonathan Lemire, a veteran national politics reporter and co-host of Morning Joe on MSNBC, dives into the contentious landscape of American politics. He discusses the 'project 2025 shutdown' and the GOP's push for a clean continuing resolution. The dynamics of blame for the shutdown draw attention, as he navigates the roles of various political players including Marjorie Taylor Greene. Lemire also analyzes Trump's influence on hostage negotiations and the implications of his calls for political retribution, offering a gripping view on current events.
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Give Credit For Credible Diplomatic Wins
- Many Democrats concede Trump deserves credit when he achieves meaningful diplomatic results.
- Jonathan Lemire says acknowledging successes maintains democratic norms and credibility.
Pressure Can Force Hamas Concessions — But Limits Remain
- U.S. officials believe pressure and threats convinced Hamas to consider releasing hostages.
- Lemire highlights skepticism remains about Hamas fully disarming despite apparent concessions.
A Doha Strike Shifted Trump's Calculus
- A Doha strike that harmed Qatari mediators angered Trump and pushed him to press Netanyahu hard.
- Lemire says that pressure, plus leverage over aid and Israeli politics, helped bring Netanyahu back to the table.
