Courtney Kube

Courtney Kuby, NBC News senior national security correspondent, sheds light on Elon Musk's eye-opening meeting with Defense Secretary Hegseth and the implications for national security. Rep. Glenn Ivey, a Democratic Congressman from Maryland, voices his concerns over the party's leadership and the looming constitutional crisis. Together, they discuss the challenges ahead for the Democratic Party, the delicate balance of political power, and the urgent need for unity amidst a rapidly changing political landscape.

In this segment, guests include Julie Serkin, NBC News congressional correspondent, Courtney Kuby, Pentagon correspondent, and Ashley Akers, a former federal prosecutor. They uncover the surprising dynamics of Mitch McConnell's vote against Pete Hegseth, revealing deep party tensions. The implications of Hegseth's controversial nomination are analyzed, alongside concerns about his qualifications. Akers sheds light on the emotional toll of handling January 6th cases and discusses the impact of presidential pardons on public safety and legal integrity.

Two national security and foreign policy experts, Courtney Kube and Gordon Lubold, discuss the Aspen Security Forum, highlighting topics like the November elections, security failures, and ongoing wars. They share insights into the conference atmosphere, Republican absence, potential Trump administration appointments, Israel and Gaza discussions, and the impact of rhetoric on journalism. The episode concludes with a playful conversation on spy models and James Bond actors.

NBC News Pentagon Correspondent talks about U.S. dock system aiding Gaza. Rep. Gregory Meeks discusses Israel security concerns. Missouri House Minority Leader addresses abortion rights battles in her state.

Jen Psaki, along with guests John Brennan, Ben Rhodes, and others, discusses the recent war in Israel, focusing on topics such as the surprise attack by Hamas, retaliatory strikes, the US-Israel relationship, political dynamics in Israel, challenges in the Biden administration's efforts for a new Middle East alignment, the impact on US politics, and a father's desperate search for his abducted family.