Eva McKend, a national politics reporter for CNN, discusses the fallout from a controversial email sent to federal workers that suggested resignation if they did not respond. Arthur Delaney, senior reporter at HuffPost, analyzes the chaotic dynamics of a narrowly passed budget bill amid intense Republican divisions. White House Press Secretary Carolyn Levitt weighs in on federal employee accountability and the implications of a recent government misspending report. Additionally, they explore international tensions regarding Ukraine's ongoing conflict and the complex ceasefire negotiations in Gaza.

Carolyn Levitt, the incoming White House Press Secretary, shares her insights on the controversial pardon of Hunter Biden, addressing its implications for the Democratic Party. The discussion touches on recent political turmoil in South Korea, including the lifting of martial law and its impact on U.S. relations. Levitt also comments on the controversies surrounding new Pentagon nominee Pete Hegseth, amid serious allegations, and reflects on the Trump transition's handling of background checks, revealing the complexities of current U.S. political dynamics.